Island Retreat

Island Retreat is a cottage located in West Mersea, Essex. The accommodation includes an open-plan living space with kitchen, dining seating for eight, and a sitting area, along with a separate living and dining room featuring a woodburning stove. The kitchen is equipped with Neff appliances including electric oven and hob, microwave, refrigeration, dishwasher, coffee maker, blender, kettle, and toaster. There are four bedrooms, comprising a ground-floor bedroom which can be set up as a twin/singles or a sofa by prior arrangement and two king-size and 1 double bedrooms. The property benefits from a ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC, as well as a bathroom with bath, shower over, hand-held shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC. Central heating, WiFi, fuel, power, bed linen, towels, and a starter pack for the woodburning stove are included in the rent. A travel cot with mattress, protector, and fitted sheet, and a Stokke adjustable highchair are available on request. Outside, there is an enclosed rear garden with lawn, patio, furniture, and a hot tub, along with off-road parking for two cars and additional parking a short walk away. One well-behaved pet welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 0.6 miles, pub 0.2 miles, beach 0.7 miles.One well behaved dog welcome, large breeds and puppies not allowed. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 0.6 miles, pub 0.2 miles, beach 0.7 miles. Note: Please park on the drive in front of the property (maximum of two cars) as advised in your booking details and not in front of the garage or the road. Note: Dogs to be kept downstairs only and not allowed on furniture and preferably caged overnight if possible. Note: For guest security CCTV in operation on the driveway and entrance. Good Housekeeping Bond 500GBP

West Mersea is a lovely town located on the small island of Mersea in Essex. Just nine miles south of Colchester, this island has been a settlement for 2000 years and is positioned on the East Coast of England. Explore West Mersea, where you can relish fresh seafood at The Dukes Seafood, discover the fascinating exhibits at the Mersea Island Museum, or enjoy fishing with Essex Sea Fishing. Take time to relax on the sandy shores of West Mersea Beach or set off to Monkey Beach for some family fun. A short drive away, the historic town of Colchester awaits, boasting attractions such as Colchester Zoo, where you'll encounter a variety of wildlife and the impressive Colchester Castle which offers insight into the town's rich history. Don't miss the vibrant performances scheduled at the Colchester Arts Centre or a round of golf at Lexden Wood Golf Club for an enjoyable day out. Further afield, Chelmsford invites you to wander through the Chelmsford Museum and take a leisurely stroll around the beautiful Beaulieu Park.

The Home Counties comprise the counties that surround London and include Bedfordshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Middlesex. Although mostly built up, they include some fabulous scenery and attractions which are well worth a visit.