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Beautiful period fisherman's cottage provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Beautiful period fisherman's cottage

  • Anchor cottage is a delightful period Grade 2 listed, three-bedroom cottage situated in the heart of The Anchorage, once known as Mersea City. It was built circa 1575, and is the largest of three terraced fishermen's cottages, nestling alongside other period buildings in The Lane, and next to a very small chapel.

    It has three bedrooms, a large double, a twin room and a ground floor single bedroom. The bathroom is also on the ground floor.

    A large sitting/dining room provides plenty of space for five people indoors and there is also a lovely sheltered patio, with summer house, for alfresco dining.

    Please note, being a 'period' property there are some low ceilings, some with beams, some low door heights and the stairs are quite steep too.

    There is a private garden with BBQ area that enjoys the sun at most times of the day.

    The Lane is a popular local walk with little traffic so lots of peace and quiet.

    Being only 150 metres from the water's edge it provides ideal access to the water for paddle-boarding, kayaking, crabbing and swimming. Most of the island's bars and restaurants are situated in the anchorage so it's only a short walk to find food and drink hospitality. Well behaved dogs are welcome.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Located in Colchester, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cudmore Grove Country Park and Abberton Reservoir, while Headgate Theatre and Hollytrees Museum are cultural highlights. Colchester Arts Centre and Xtreme Gaming are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling. Visit our Colchester travel guide
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West Mersea, England

What's nearby

  • A wrought iron gate with intricate designs, a brick building with ivy, and a paved area.
    Colchester Castle Park
    29 min drive - 18.2 km
  • A waterfront cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings and boats docked along the quay.
    Ipswich Waterfront
    59 min drive - 63.9 km
  • beach near Fishing lake
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Mersea Island Museum
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • University of Essex
    30 min drive - 21.9 km

Getting around

  • Colchester Town Station
    25 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend)
    86 min drive

Restaurants

  • Anchor
    13 min drive
  • Ye Olde Albion
    14 min drive
  • Fox & Hounds
    44 min drive
  • Boathouse Bar & Restaurant
    9 min drive
  • The Greyhound
    21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful period fisherman's cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful period fisherman's cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful period fisherman's cottage?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful period fisherman's cottage located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Mersea Island Museum and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Mersea Island Vineyard. Cudmore Grove Country Park and Gosfield Lake Golf Club are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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