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Ivy Cottage with Garden
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- 6 People
- 3 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathroom
- Cottage
- No pets allowed
- Wi-Fi
Free parking
Stress-free on-site parking.
Ocean view
Enjoy the view of the sea.
Free parking
Stress-free on-site parking.
Ocean view
Enjoy the view of the sea.
Ivy Cottage is a detached cottage, dating back to the 19th century, tucked away on the picturesque Mersea Island, Essex.
This traditional cottage is close to the beach for tons of seaside activities as well as being near lots of amenities, making it an ideal base for families or a group seeking a coastal holiday on Mersea Island. After exploring local attractions, make yourself at home in the lounge, flicking on the TV and Amazon Fire stick, easing into the evening.
Take over the kitchen and prepare a hearty home-cooked dish, whilst the dining room offers a place to enjoy meals together.
Venture upstairs and discover the bedrooms, offering a double with a toilet and wash basin, and two twins.
Enjoy fresh mornings from the rear garden, offering a set of tables and chairs for alfresco breakfasts before you explore this beautiful island.
Known for its unspoiled landscapes, Mersea Island boasts stunning stretches of coastline on the River Blackwater Estuary, a Site of Special Scientific Interest, including beaches, marshes, and mudflats.
This location is therefore ideal for nature lovers and birdwatchers, as well as picnics on the beach, crabbing on the jetty, and all manner of water sports.
The cottage is situated close to eateries serving local seafood, including the world-famous Native oysters.
There are also cafés and pubs all within walking distance of the cottage.
At East Mersea, there is a vineyard and a country park with an adventure play area.
A little further afield are the villages of Flatford and Dedham, set in Constable Country, perfect for a stroll across the meadows or rowing on the River Stour.
Take a day trip to Colchester, where you can immerse yourself in local history at the 11th-century Colchester Castle, St John’s Abbey and St Botolph’s Priory.
Head to the bustling city of Ipswich, where you can shop 'til you drop at the bustling Butter Market or take a stroll through Holywells Park and admire the beautiful gardens and abundance of wildlife.
Break away from everyday life at Ivy Cottage.
This traditional cottage is close to the beach for tons of seaside activities as well as being near lots of amenities, making it an ideal base for families or a group seeking a coastal holiday on Mersea Island. After exploring local attractions, make yourself at home in the lounge, flicking on the TV and Amazon Fire stick, easing into the evening.
Take over the kitchen and prepare a hearty home-cooked dish, whilst the dining room offers a place to enjoy meals together.
Venture upstairs and discover the bedrooms, offering a double with a toilet and wash basin, and two twins.
Enjoy fresh mornings from the rear garden, offering a set of tables and chairs for alfresco breakfasts before you explore this beautiful island.
Known for its unspoiled landscapes, Mersea Island boasts stunning stretches of coastline on the River Blackwater Estuary, a Site of Special Scientific Interest, including beaches, marshes, and mudflats.
This location is therefore ideal for nature lovers and birdwatchers, as well as picnics on the beach, crabbing on the jetty, and all manner of water sports.
The cottage is situated close to eateries serving local seafood, including the world-famous Native oysters.
There are also cafés and pubs all within walking distance of the cottage.
At East Mersea, there is a vineyard and a country park with an adventure play area.
A little further afield are the villages of Flatford and Dedham, set in Constable Country, perfect for a stroll across the meadows or rowing on the River Stour.
Take a day trip to Colchester, where you can immerse yourself in local history at the 11th-century Colchester Castle, St John’s Abbey and St Botolph’s Priory.
Head to the bustling city of Ipswich, where you can shop 'til you drop at the bustling Butter Market or take a stroll through Holywells Park and admire the beautiful gardens and abundance of wildlife.
Break away from everyday life at Ivy Cottage.
Ivy Cottage consists of a kitchen with an electric oven, gas hob, microwave, a dining room with seating for six, a sitting room with a TV, and a utility with a fridge/freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer. The bedrooms include a double with en-suite basin and WC, and two twin rooms, along with a ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC. Outside, there is an enclosed rear garden with patio, furniture and a small pond, as well as off-road parking for 2 cars. Within 0.7 miles, you will find a shop, and within 0.1 miles, a pub, and please note that this is a non-smoking and pet-free property. WiFi, fuel, power, bed linen and towels are all included in the price. Highchair available on request. Ivy Cottage is a hidden gem in this part of Essex. Note: Steep staircase, not suitable for those with limited mobility. There is a pond in the garden; children must be supervised.
What this place offers you
Wi-Fi
Parking
TV
Garden
Private
Washing machine
Microwave
Toaster
Kitchen utensils
Sleeping arrangements
Bedroom 1
1 Double bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single beds
Bedroom 3
2 Single beds
Guest reviews
7.6
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10.0
Sajida, Nov 2026
A beautiful cottage, a little dated in its deco yet it just added to its charm. I would definitely recommend it and hopefully go again soon. Great value for money and close to the sea.
Very good
8.0
Katie, Apr 2025
Lovely old cottage liked everything about it apart from the heat. The heating was off yet the house was very warm and none of us slept through the night as too warm. The source of the heat seems to be under the kitchen floor. We could have done with fans in all rooms.
Very good
8.0
William, Mar 2025
It is great family sized, well equipped place to stay with a brilliant location within walking distance of the quay and pubs/shops.
Where you'll stay
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House rules
- Check-in: From 15:00 to 23:59
- Check-out: Until 10:00
- Pets not allowed
Good to know
- Family friendly
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