Best Vacation Rentals in Mersea Island

The retreat in West Mersea has accommodations with free WiFi, 27 miles from Hedingham Castle, 28 miles from Chelmsford Train Station and 10 miles from Colchester Zoo. Located 23 miles from Freeport Braintree, the property provides a garden and free private parking. The lodge comes with a satellite flat-screen TV. Featuring a shower, the bathroom also has free toiletries, and towels and bed linen are included. Colchester Castle is 10 miles from the lodge, while Alresford is 15 miles away. London Stansted Airport is 38 miles from the property.

- "Loveliest stay" - "As the name suggests ‘The Retreat' is a great bolt hole for a break away." - "Perfect little hideaway right near the beach I have told all my friends and family about this little gem!" - "Very comfortable bed and quality bedding. Room could have been warmer especially shower room." - "Lovely room set in the garden very nice" - "We enjoyed our time here and housekeeper Jess was very friendly and helpful"

Beach hotel with a restaurant and a bar
This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a garden. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a banquet hall.
The Victory at Mersea offers 10 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "Went to see friends had a great time the room was very big and spacious comfortable and clean. The staff were very friendly and could not do enough for you " - "Great staff, friendly & helpful. Fantastic food & drink. Comfortable bed, nice room & a good shower.." - "Very friendly staff, they had fruit, snacks, tea, coffee and toilet roll that you could help yourself to if you wanted/needed. " - "Lovely gem in West Mersea, friendly helpful staff, comfy room, great amenities, good food and super area"

North Farm Lodges offers accommodations in East Mersea, 29 miles from Hedingham Castle and 29 miles from Chelmsford Train Station. Offering free private parking, the 5-star vacation home is 24 miles from Freeport Braintree. Colchester Zoo is 12 miles away and Colchester Castle is 12 miles from the vacation home. With free Wifi, this 2-bedroom vacation home offers a TV and a kitchen with a dishwasher and kitchenware. Towels and bed linen are offered in the vacation home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Alresford is 16 miles from the vacation home, while Flatford is 22 miles from the property. London Southend Airport is 40 miles away.

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Beachfront resort in Colchester with free parking
Along with an indoor pool, this resort has free self parking and free WiFi in public areas.
Mersea Island Holiday Park offers 59 accommodations. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.
Recreational amenities at the resort include an indoor pool.

- "This was a great place to stay. Staff was super helpful and the place was nice. " - "A very clean, comfortable and spacious caravan, well equipped. The site was quiet, the shop was reasonably well stocked, pool and bar area clean and staff friendly " - "Lovely clean and tidy property. Would definately recommend. " - "We had a peaceful 2 night stay. Property was very clean and comfortable. " - "This was the first family holiday experience with our kids really we enjoyed for every single thing very clear quite place we can’t wait to back again summer time."

Boasting a garden and a bar, The Victory at Mersea is set in West Mersea. This property also has a restaurant and a children's playground. Both free WiFi and private parking are accessible at the inn. A Full English/Irish or vegetarian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Ipswich is 27 mi from the accommodations, while Colchester is 9.9 mi from the property.

- "Amazing staff!" - "Brilliant stay first time there so very happy with everything" - "So welcoming and helpful with a very muddy do." - "Amazing stay" - "Fabulous Place" - "Fantastic location , staff were brilliant breakfast good" - "Lovely place to meet and stay with friends" - "Overnight night stay at Mersea" - "Thought pub was great. Staff also excellent" - "A perfect overnight stay on Mersea Island" - "Very pleasant stay"

Located in Colchester, this welcoming vacation home brings it all within your reach. With the property's convenient onsite parking, you'll be ready to make the quick 3-minute drive to Mersea Island Vineyard or the 3-minute drive to Cudmore Grove Country Park.

Relax by the indoor pool or sip a drink in the garden of this vacation home. For a change of scenery, come inside and enjoy the free WiFi and TV.

The kitchen is equipped with an oven, a stovetop, and a refrigerator, as well as an electric kettle, a microwave, and a toaster. Bathroom amenities include towels and shampoo. Other amenities include a fireplace, bed sheets, an ironing board, and heating.

- "Was every happy and kids enjoyed it"

Secluded Island Retreat - in the heart of the Anchorage offers accommodations in West Mersea, 23 miles from Freeport Braintree and 27 miles from Hedingham Castle. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi. Outdoor seating is also available at the apartment. This apartment includes 1 bedroom, a living room and a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dining area, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a washing machine. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing. Chelmsford Train Station is 28 miles from Secluded Island Retreat - in the heart of the Anchorage, while Colchester Zoo is 10 miles away. London Southend Airport is 39 miles from the property.

- "a home from home!" - "Perfect stay" - "Perfect base in tranquill surroundings, with all local sights & amenaties in close proximity." - "Perfectly located and formed apartment." - "Very relaxing stay with our 5 month old puppy." - "A quiet retreat that exceeds expectations." - "Great accommodation in a great location" - "Excellent" - "Lovely couple of nights away. Apartment was beautifully decorated, warm and cosy. Excellant location to explore Mersea i"

Located in Colchester, this welcoming villa lets you experience it all. Jump into your car and make short work of the 3-minute drive to Mersea Island Vineyard or the 3-minute drive to Cudmore Grove Country Park (and enjoy the property's convenient onsite parking in the meantime).

The kitchen is equipped with an oven, a stovetop, and a refrigerator, as well as an electric kettle and a microwave. Bathroom amenities include a deep soaking tub, along with a hair dryer and towels. And there's a washer/dryer, so you can even pack a bit lighter. Other amenities at this 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom rental include a fireplace, bed sheets, an ironing board, and heating.

- "We had a very cosy and comfortable first ever stay in a caravan. It was freezing outside but the central heating was very effective, the kitchen was well equipped and the communication with the owners was very good." - "Very clean and excellent communication from the owner. Only thing missing was bedding for the sofa bed. Otherwise faultless."

A recently renovated vacation home, Klara's House offers accommodations in West Mersea. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi. Outdoor seating is also available at the vacation home. Providing a terrace with garden views, this vacation home also provides guests with a flat-screen TV, a well-equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven, and a microwave, as well as 2 bathrooms with a bath and a hair dryer. There's also a seating area and a fireplace. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Freeport Braintree is 23 miles from Klara's House, while Hedingham Castle is 27 miles away. London Southend Airport is 39 miles from the property.

- "Fabulous break in a beautiful house.the location was perfect as so many places to visit locally either on foot or 10 min" - "Klara's House" - "Home from home" - "We couldn’t have asked for a better experience" - "Great vacation getaway in lovely mersea" - "Exceptional property in the heart of West Mersea. Delicious homemade cake and freshly laid eggs. Not to mention the Neil" - "Superb property!" - "Could not have asked for a better experience this house was so inviting, & perfectly placed for us"

Located in Colchester, this welcoming apartment brings it all within your reach. With the property's convenient onsite parking, you'll be ready to make the quick 3-minute drive to Mersea Island Vineyard or the 3-minute drive to Cudmore Grove Country Park.

Prepare a home-cooked meal in the kitchen, complete with an oven, a stovetop, and a refrigerator, as well as an electric kettle and a microwave. Other amenities at this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom rental include bed sheets and heating.

- "The property was clean, but unfortunately, the water did not work a day before we checked out, so we could not take a shower before leaving. "

Featuring a garden, Sunshine Corner features accommodations in West Mersea. The property is around 22 miles from Freeport Braintree, 27 miles from Hedingham Castle, and 28 miles from Chelmsford Train Station. The apartment also offers free Wifi, free private parking, and facilities for disabled guests. With direct access to a patio, the apartment consists of 2 bedrooms. Offering a terrace with garden views, this apartment also has a flat-screen TV, a well-equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven, and a microwave, as well as 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hair dryer. There's also a seating area and a fireplace. If you'd like to discover the area, cycling and hiking are possible in the surrounding area, and the apartment can arrange a bicycle rental service. Colchester Zoo is 10 miles from Sunshine Corner, while Colchester Castle is 10 miles away. London Southend Airport is 39 miles from the property.

- "Very comfortable and enjoyable" - "Good stay at Sunshine Corner." - "Peace and comfort by the seaside!" - "Excellent!" - "Very happy holiday weekend" - "Delightful bungalow in a beautiful part of West Mersea" - "In spite of 'dodgy' weather this was a very pleasant and comfy stopover." - "Satisfactory"

Located in Colchester, this welcoming cabin lets you experience it all. Cudmore Grove Country Park is an easy 11-minute walk away, so you can leave your car at the property, which offers onsite parking, or jump in your vehicle to make short work of the 4-minute drive to Mersea Island Vineyard.

Relax by the indoor pool or sip a drink in the garden of this cabin, which also features a balcony. As for the great indoors, you can come inside and enjoy the free WiFi.

Prepare a home-cooked meal in the kitchen, complete with an oven, a stovetop, and a refrigerator, as well as an electric kettle, a microwave, and a toaster. Bathroom amenities include a hair dryer, towels, and toilet paper. Other amenities include a fireplace, bed sheets, an ironing board, and heating.

Internet • Laundry • Parking • Bedding/Linens • Balcony/Terrace • Child Friendly • Accessibility • Kitchen • Pool • Pet Friendly • Fireplace/Heating • Other

Secret Mersea Retreat - a stroll from the anchorage! is located in West Mersea, just 23 miles from Freeport Braintree and 27 miles from Hedingham Castle. The vacation home, set in a building dating from 2018, features free Wifi and free private parking. Outdoor seating is also available at the vacation home. This vacation home includes 1 bedroom, a living room and a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dining area, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a washing machine. Towels and bed linen are available in the vacation home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Chelmsford Train Station is 28 miles from Secret Mersea Retreat - a stroll from the anchorage!, while Colchester Zoo is 10 miles from the property. London Stansted Airport is 38 miles away.

- "Wonderful stay in a lovely location. Has everything you want in a place to relax after a days work." - "Fabulous place to stay" - "Hoping to visit again." - "It was a great stay!" - "Home from Home, Mersea Island" - "Relaxing" - "Don't go there😁" - "a really lovely relaxed and well located property" - "lovely stay on beautiful mersea - hopefully be be back!!" - "Mersea Island great base to explore surrounding areas."

Located in Colchester, this welcoming vacation home brings it all within your reach. With the property's convenient onsite parking, you'll be ready to make the quick 3-minute drive to Mersea Island Vineyard or the 3-minute drive to Cudmore Grove Country Park.

The kitchen is equipped with an oven, a stovetop, and a refrigerator, as well as an electric kettle and a toaster. Connect to the free WiFi, or get cozy in front of the digital TV. Other amenities at this 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom rental include a fireplace, bed sheets, an ironing board, and heating.

Child Friendly • Parking • Accessibility • Kitchen • Internet • Fireplace/Heating • Laundry • Pet Friendly • Pool • Tv • Security/Safety • Other

23 miles from Freeport Braintree in West Mersea, Island Retreat with HotTub offers accommodations with access to a hot tub. With garden views, this accommodation provides a patio. There's an outdoor fireplace and guests can use free Wifi and free private parking. Providing a terrace and sea views, the spacious vacation home includes 4 bedrooms, 2 living rooms, flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a hot tub. Towels and bed linen are provided in the vacation home. There's also a seating area and a fireplace. Guests can make the most of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Hedingham Castle is 27 miles from the vacation home, while Chelmsford Train Station is 28 miles away. London Southend Airport is 39 miles from the property.

- "A great house in a perfect location on the island" - "lovely home to stay In, In a great location, with fantastic facilities. The owner John met us at the property to show us" - "Loved it!" - "Lovely property in a great seaside location!" - "Fabulous family holiday in a beautiful location, would definatly stay again" - "Great location and great hosts . Thank you" - "Perfect for what we needed . Great communication from host"

While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including a refrigerator and an oven, as well as a stovetop and free WiFi. Other amenities include an electric kettle, a toaster, and an ironing board.

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24 miles from Freeport Braintree in East Mersea, Luxury 2 Bedroom Caravan at Mersea Island Holiday features accommodations with access to an indoor pool. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi. Outdoor seating is also available at the vacation home. The vacation home consists of 2 separate bedrooms, 1 bathroom with a hair dryer, a seating area, and a living room. Towels and bed linen are available in the vacation home. The accommodation has a fireplace. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Hedingham Castle is 28 miles from Luxury 2 Bedroom Caravan at Mersea Island Holiday, while Chelmsford Train Station is 29 miles from the property. London Southend Airport is 40 miles away.

- "Very relaxing a chance for a change of location before winter." - "A perfect quiet retreat for a few days." - "Quiet, pleasant stay once again in Mersea" - "We really enjoyed our stay, the caravan was great and the location was great for coastal walks." - "Fab caravan with everything you need for a stay by the beach"

This beautiful Grade II listed cottage built in 1600 boasts all of its original features, so its jam packed with history. At the same time the decor has been updated to allow a fresh, coastal feel but retaining the coziness of a low ceiling-ed, exposed beamed cottage.

If you are above 6ft 3" you will not fit into this cottage as its ceilings in the main living area are very low, but we feel it adds to its charm. The kitchen and master bedroom in contrast are later additions to the house and so have full height ceilings. This is a house that has evolved over the years and has a story to tell if only walls could talk!

With a fully equipped modern kitchen and bathrooms you will not have to suffer the inconveniences of period living but instead get a taste for the life of a fisherman that would have fished on the island hundreds of years ago, with all the modern day comforts!

The house has a large rear garden with beautiful views out towards the estuary and a small jetty where at high tide access can be gained to the water, for watersports. At the front there is a large driveway with parking for several cars.

The house is situated at the end of a long private driveway servicing just 5 houses all tucked away in the "Old City" part of the village also known as The Anchorage due to the Sailing/Yacht Clubs and Chandlers. This means that although the position is very secluded, quiet and peaceful you are never more than a few minutes walk from places to eat the lovely seafood on offer or drink in the local pubs. A few more minutes walk will take you to the centre of the village where you will find everything you need. With a top quality butchers, cafe's, post office, bank, library, shops and supermarkets, it means that once you have arrived, you'll never need to leave the Island again till it's time to go home!

Mersea Island is rapidly growing a reputation as a "foody haven", and just a few moments walk from Crabtree Cottage you will find the famous Company Shed. From this small "shed" by the waters edge you can eat freshly caught seafood moments out of the water. People trek from London to this unpretentious eatery each weekend to experience the fresh seafood on offer, its reputation is spreading so wide. There are plenty of other high quality, again unpretentious venues to eat the local seafood or other foody delights on offer, all accessed just a few minutes walk directly from the house. No need to take the car, just walk and have as many drinks as you like! Maybe sample each of the Mersea Island Breweries beers or Mersea Vineyard wines!

Please Note:-
- Upstairs there are two linked bedrooms, and no bathrooms, as these are all on the ground floor.
- Being a very old and quirky cottage the staircase to the upper floor is quite awkward for anyone with mobility issues.

- "Another lovely week. Best cottage in the best location. Don’t go changing anything!" - "A lovely old property - very comfortable with a well equiped kitchen etc and a large attractive garden with beautiful views. Good walks and great pubs" - "We have had a wonderful stay here. Both parents (in their 80’s) absolutely loved it and to my surprise too, two boys aged 12 did too. My elderly dad enjoyed playing the piano - even bought music with him to play. Enough space for the boys to run around, and a terrace for my parents to sit and enjoy the sun and view. It turned out to be the perfect getaway for everyone. We’ve loved it!! We’ve reminisced, and made new memories too. 😊. Exactly how it should be."

Secretseaview is located in West Mersea, just 27 miles from Hedingham Castle and 28 miles from Chelmsford Train Station. Featuring free private parking, the 4-star vacation home is 22 miles from Freeport Braintree. Alresford is 14 miles away and Flatford is 20 miles from the vacation home. With free Wifi, this 2-bedroom vacation home features a TV and a fully equipped kitchen with kitchenware. Towels and bed linen are available in the vacation home. The property offers sea views. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Colchester Zoo is 10 miles from the vacation home, while Colchester Castle is 10 miles from the property. London Stansted Airport is 37 miles away.

- "Lovely and calm" - "Fantastic place for a short break." - "Fabulous Secretseaview" - "Secret Seaview highly recommended" - "Lovely place to stay and owners very respectful of your privacy and allowed you to get on with it ." - "Enjoyable" - "A great holiday." - "Really enjoyable stay, weather was poor, but apartment and location made up for it." - "Enjoyed the upside down feel ...stairs were a little steepl"

'The Cabin' is a pretty, coastal, two bedroom cottage on West Mersea Island, Colchester, Essex, England. It is a few steps to the sea on a much sought after quiet lane. There are beautiful beach walks and bike rides. Stop on the way at Dukes Sea Food, Seafood at Dawn, The Coast Inn, White Hart or the infamous Company Shed for some fabulous fresh fish either to take home or eat in.

The cottage sleeps 6 in two good sized bedrooms, one with a Super King size bed and Tempura mattress & and one with a King size double and a bunk bed, only children on the top bunk please). Black out blinds in both rooms and so so quiet... Watch for the red squirrels in the garden in the early morning.

The bathroom is upstairs and has a large walk in shower cubicle.

The kitchen is well equipped and has bright seaside design which continues into the comfortable living room. It has a small enclosed private courtyard garden which is a sun trap in the summer and out of the wind during the colder months.

Well behaved dogs are welcome, there is a gate and hose in the back garden for muddy paws.

There are two sailing clubs close by, a Stand up Paddleboard and windsurfing rental shop and Fishing trips are available.

Coming to Mersea is a little like stepping back in time, well known for it's traditional sailing and fishing boats. There is a nature reserve on the other side of the island and a perfect spot for walking, birdwatching or photography. You can also have the use of the two man kayak for a small extra fee.

There is a smart TV with use of Netflix and Amazon Prime (payment per view).

- "The house was comfortable, and comprehensively appointed after along walk along the sea shore a pleasure to return to." - "Quiet position but easily accessed. Keen sailing family's genuine holiday home. Cosy feel but good size rooms with everything you'd need and thoughtful touches on arrival. Room for 6 but only 2 bedrooms, 2nd bedroom with 4 bunk beds. Private sun-trap courtyard." - "I grew up on Mersea and wanted to return with my teenagers. The cabin was perfect for us, both in location and layout. We loved its homely feel and would definitely recommend."