Sea Views at this Grade II Listed Cottage with Baby Grand Piano (Pet Friendly)

Beach nearby, sun loungers
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Living area | Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels, soap

About this cottage rental

Located in Mersea Island, this charming cottage for $245 per night is a great option for your next vacation. ** NEW FROM OCTOBER 2023 ** We are happy to announce that the beds will now be freshly made up for your arrival and towels are also provided. 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!

Amenities

Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly

Map of Mersea Island

Reviews

4.6/5.0
Outstanding(105 Reviews)
4.0
star 5 empty
Dec 2023
Lovely position with ample parking. House has bags of character. Tall guests will need to mind their heads! As a house that allows pets, a few of us suffered mild allergic symptoms. Entirely my fault however as it is advertised as such but worthwhile mentioning if your group has allergies. Great for walks and seafood 😋
5.0
Oct 2023
This is a lovely cottage in a really beautiful area with great views. The cottage is very spacious with comfortable seating and beds. Excellent communication with the host . Great amount of local information which we found very useful. My granddaughter loved the board games. Would definitely recommend
4.0
star 5 empty
Sep 2023
Beautiful location and views. Very charming.
4.0
star 5 empty
Sep 2023
A wonderful old cottage right on the river - great atmosphere.
5.0
Sep 2023
My family stayed at Crabtree cottage and we had a great stay. It was definately like staying in someones home rather than a holiday let. Great location short walk over to the jetty. Walking distance to shops and local pubs. We enjoyed the views over the estuary at night with a glass of wine. The downstairs bedroom and shower were ideal for my parents.
5.0
Aug 2023
Another lovely week. Best cottage in the best location. Don’t go changing anything!
5.0
Aug 2023
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
4.0
star 5 empty
Jul 2023
overall we were happy with the property and excellent communication with the owner however we think that the furniture is tired/grubby looking and the oven and baking tins need a deep clean but the location and outside space is very nice and relaxing, we would stay again

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Mersea Island?

The average price for a rental in Mersea Island is $119 per night. This rental is $126 above the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Sea Views at this Grade II Listed Cottage with Baby Grand Piano (Pet Friendly). For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Sea Views at this Grade II Listed Cottage with Baby Grand Piano (Pet Friendly) pet friendly?

Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Sea Views at this Grade II Listed Cottage with Baby Grand Piano (Pet Friendly)?

We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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