Secluded Island Retreat - in the heart of the Anchorage
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9.5Outstanding
(108 Ratings)
"Attention to detail, extremely well furnished. Complimentary bottle of fizz in the fridge on arrival was a lovely touch. Very well fitted out and a comfortable place to be."
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2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
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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.
Free WiFi/internet
Free Parking
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Heating
Balcony/Terrace
WiFi/Internet
Contactless check-in/out
Fire alarm
Fire extinguisher
Cleaning products
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Top rated by guests
9.5Outstanding
(108 Ratings)
"Attention to detail, extremely well furnished. Complimentary bottle of fizz in the fridge on arrival was a lovely touch. Very well fitted out and a comfortable place to be."
Verified guestDon't miss out! Price and availability may change
Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0
Attention to detail, extremely well furnished. Complimentary bottle of fizz in the fridge on arrival was a lovely touch. Very well fitted out and a comfortable place to be.
Leaving!!!!!!
10.0 / 10.0
Easy to use, great host contact, lovely furnishings and clean
cover on remote lose.
shower temp control hard to use
10.0 / 10.0
This is a lovely flat with cosy thoughtful amenities. Great location to restaurants, shops and a quick stroll to the sea. Definitely coming back again.
10.0 / 10.0
All I can say is perfect. Beautifully furnished, had everything we needed. Great for a couple of nights of a 2 week stay.
There was nothing to dislike
10.0 / 10.0
Absolutely love this little gem. Cannot recommend it highly enough, we'll definitely be back. Stunningly decorated, so cosy and everything you could want in the kitchen. Board games to play and beautifully situated!
10.0 / 10.0
It was the perfect, cosy, seaside getaway! The decor was peaceful. The lodge was spotless. And the location was unmatched. The host were lovely and let us get on with our holiday with a few dog friendly recommendations.
10.0 / 10.0
Excellent. a few minutes from the beach and local pub.
Nothing
10.0 / 10.0
Easy access to pubs etc and eating venues. Great walks
Nothing
10.0 / 10.0
The accomodation was amazing- it was spotlessly clean, thoughtfully furnished and very comfortable. The location was wonderful, so close to the harbour, lovely walks and pubs and cafes. The hosts were very kind and thoughtful and the directions really helped.
Nothing. It was an amazing break and thank you for letting us stay at your place.
10.0 / 10.0
Super smart property which was extremely comfortable too. Great location, peaceful and only a 5 minute stroll to the water front, The Coast Inn and other eateries. Excellent parking on site. Brilliant price for such a stylish apartment. Highly recommended... And the beautiful sunsets are free.
Nothing.
9.0 / 10.0
Locality, decor and free Prosecco was nice.
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9.0 / 10.0
Great location. Lovely and clean. Very comfortable pad for a few days. An enjoyable stay.
10.0 / 10.0
The steep stairs were a problem for my husband
10.0 / 10.0
The decor was very calming and the apartment is a 2 minute walk to the harbour .
There was nothing not to like
10.0 / 10.0
Door code sent in plenty of time before arrival and even a drawing of where to park. All very well organised.
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9.0 / 10.0
Well appointed spotlessly clean accommodation.Perfectly located to explore this wonderful island.
10.0 / 10.0
Just got back from a 2 night stay, the apartment was immaculate. Lovely little touches (bottle of fizz in the fridge, fresh cleaning supplies, and extensive instructions for the hob and oven) hosts where on hand if needed with multiple ways to get in touch, but honestly they provided all the information needed so didn't need to bother them.
Location was brilliant, 3 mins drive to Tesco extra big co op another minute down the road. The coast Inn was walkable and the food looked amazing (I decided to cook at the apartment and had everything I needed.)
Very secluded and peaceful whilst still having easy access to local amenities.
The only negative is we didn't book longer.
Would highly recommend and already looking at going back.
9.0 / 10.0
Beautiful decor; clean and well stocked. Excellent location
Chopped knives could be sharper although could be used
10.0 / 10.0
We hoped for a relaxing break. We got so much more. West Mersea is a small, very friendly community and offers some great restaurants. We would recommend Seafood at Dawn and the Coast Inn, which are just around the corner from the apartment.
The apartment itself is lovely, and the hosts David and Anne were helpful, when needed, but not intrusive. The apartment was the cleanest we have ever stayed in, and trust me, we have stayed in a lot. It is well equipped and decorated/designed to a high standard. The parking space is a great bonus, and the balcony adds an outside space to relax enjoy on a warm day. Can't recommend enough.
A local Barn Owl was a little loud one night and Luna, our dog, has said that a chairlift would be appreciated, especially after a long walk.
In essence, absolutely nothing. Thank you.
9.0 / 10.0
Very clean, very well presented, really nice shower
Few spiders
10.0 / 10.0
I liked the fact you could walk to the coast.
I couldn’t get the shower cold enough!
10.0 / 10.0
Loved the location very convenient for amenities and the beach.
Nothing really.
10.0 / 10.0
The place was spotless, designed so beautifully, relaxing and set at the end of a gravel drive and it was so peaceful so enjoyed sitting on the balcony with a cuppa. The people are so lovely there’s everything you could ask for within walking distance, shops, restaurants, and so many walks along the coastline.
10.0 / 10.0
It was one of best holiday apartments that we’ve stayed in. Great spec with everything we wanted
10.0 / 10.0
Absolutely spotless and extremely well equipped
Nothing! It was perfect
10.0 / 10.0
Very modern, cosy with a comfy bed & lovely shower
10.0 / 10.0
Spotlessly clean and warm apartment. Decor was superb , tea ,coffee ,sugar, cleaning aids all supplied .Very close to the restaurants and jetty lovey island to chill out and have lovely walks .
No negatives
9.0 / 10.0
Perfect location. Walking distance of beach, pubs, restaurants & high street. Parking space. Only 20 mins from Colchester zoo. Delightful accommodation, perfect for a couple, comfy, clean, very quiet, lovely decor & a great walk-in rain head shower.
Nothing! but if being picky, clock in kitchen needed a battery & personally I would like a hook on the bathroom door.
10.0 / 10.0
Great location and decor was very modern & tastefull. The property had ample space and excellant facilities.
The hosts also provided excellent directions & information of local attractions.
Nothing
10.0 / 10.0
Location was perfect for us , plenty of room and great bathroom and kitchin every we needed, very clean , loved the outside space outside the door for coats and boots ,all under cover , and small balcony would be loverly in summer .
Possible a long mirror somewhere , and a bit more shelfing in bathroom and few hooks . But this was a very very small thing and in no way effective are perfect stsy here. Would deff book again .
10.0 / 10.0
Perfectly located close to the water and really comfy. The quality of the finish in the kitchen and bathroom was exceptional and we had a lovely relaxing couple of nights
Can’t think of a single issue with the property
10.0 / 10.0
Clean, well appointed and quiet.
Stairs up to property, no good for small dogs, need to carry them up. Well our diva had to be lol
10.0 / 10.0
Great location in the old part of town and information in advance from the owners. Fabulous walks. Comfortable, high quality, quiet accommodation? Enjoyed the arty shops and cafe’s in West Mersea.
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful apartment in an excellent location. Everything we needed was there and more. Very comfortable bed, well equipped kitchen and comfy living area with balcony!
We were close to The Coast Inn which was a lovely spot and also had a meal at The Company Shed which specialised in seafood.
A great base for walking the coastline.
10.0 / 10.0
Fabulous stylish apartment for two, minutes from the harbour. Very quiet at night. Great area for walking with handful of pubs and restaurants nearby and lots of places selling fresh seafood during the day.
Apartment had everything we needed and in addition, access to drying facilities should you get drenched walking or sailing.
Nothing
10.0 / 10.0
This is a beautifully decorated apartment and very comfy. It has everything you need to self cater but on our short break we ate out as it is just a short walk to the shore where there are 2 pubs and a fish beach bar.
There are several cafes on the Island but luckily no McDonald's so it feels unspoilt!
Enjoyed walks along the beach.
A full length mirror would be nice
10.0 / 10.0
Loved the decor. Everything that we needed & more.
Nothing at all
9.0 / 10.0
Location was superb, close to the yacht club & jetty. Quiet, light & airy apartment and on-site parking.
'Cos I'm old-fashioned, Id like a radio in the bedroom!
FAQs
Does this property follow enhanced cleaning procedures?
Yes, this apartment has implemented enhanced cleaning procedures and processes to keep you healthy and safe.
Is parking included with this apartment?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Secluded Island Retreat - in the heart of the Anchorage. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this apartment?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this apartment. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Secluded Island Retreat - in the heart of the Anchorage pet friendly?
Yes! This apartment is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Secluded Island Retreat - in the heart of the Anchorage?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes free wifi/internet, free parking, non-smoking, pets allowed, and heating.
