Secluded Island Retreat - in the heart of the Anchorage
Apartment in Mersea Island
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher
About this apartment rental
Secluded Island Retreat - in the heart of the Anchorage, a property with a terrace, is situated in West Mersea, 43 km from Chelmsford Train Station, 44 km from Hedingham Castle, as well as 16 km from Colchester Castle.
Amenities
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Map of Mersea Island
Available Rooms
One-Bedroom Apartment
1 Double • 484 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Ratings and reviews
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4.5 / 5.0
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.
5.0 / 5.0
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
5.0 / 5.0
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 .
5.0 / 5.0
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
5.0 / 5.0
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
5.0 / 5.0
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.
5.0 / 5.0
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.
5.0 / 5.0
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
5.0 / 5.0
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
5.0 / 5.0
Loved the decor. Everything that we needed & more.
Nothing at all
4.5 / 5.0
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!
5.0 / 5.0
Accommodation was great, clean, luxurious, and comfortable. The location was good, just a 5 minute walk to the sea, and pubs with amazing views. We were very lucky with the weather and saw beautiful sun sets.
Nothing.
5.0 / 5.0
The apartment was beautifully furnished with great attention to detail, it was light, airy, spotlessly clean and equipped to a very high standard. The kitchen had everything you need to cater for yourself, the French doors to a little balcony were perfect, and the bed was so comfortable. There was access to washing and drying facilities and if you have a dog there were even towels for them! David was very welcoming and nothing was too much trouble.
The property was within a 5 minute walk of the coast and places to eat. The shops are about 15 minutes walk away.
Nothing, it was perfect!
5.0 / 5.0
Very good location although as it was out of season,and also early in the week, some facilities were closed. Brilliant walks.
Perhaps a shelf for toiletries in the bathroom and shower
5.0 / 5.0
Very close to beaches, moorings, eateries, two lovely pubs etc and loved the Hamptons style decor
Nothing - we’d book again. Would recommend.
4.0 / 5.0
Mersea Island was wonderful with lovely beaches and we managed to fit in a couple of lovely walks . The apartment was lovely, more than you could ask for and the location was perfect , we would have given 10/10 BUT (see below)
Our last night was marred by people leaving and making a lot of noise below our bedroom window then later on there was another couple talking loudly and occasionally swearing below the window so I had to get up and tell them to be quiet, they did apologise but we couldn't get back to sleep. I would suggest that guests should be warned about possible noise and also the people leaving should also keep noise to a minimum. Saying that we would love to return some day
4.5 / 5.0
gorgeous decor and lovely and quiet. bathroom of dreams! dog towels on hand too
towels could be bigger ie bath sheets instead
5.0 / 5.0
Lodge was beautiful , very modern, spotless thought out...Bed was very comfortable & had lovely warm quilt...Kitchen was well equipped & clean had everythink we needed to cater for ourselves...Bathroom was clean & the shower was outstanding...Beach was right on our door steps...very quite area...had trouble finding the place but owner David stayed on the phone with us until we arrived which we was then welcome by him as we pulled in...enjoyed our stay very much will definitely be returning 😀
Coming home 😩
5.0 / 5.0
The clean, fresh decor, luxurious bedding - Exquisite.
Coming home!
5.0 / 5.0
Spotlessly clean and well appointed apartment. Very cozy during the recent sub-zero temperatures, especially after bracing coastal walks.
Also very good communication from our host David and the provision of a bottle of Prosecco was a lovely touch and much appreciated....
5.0 / 5.0
Clean, everything you need, on top of everything you need, perfect! Highly recommended
Nothing it was perfect!
5.0 / 5.0
What a brilliant place to stay. The interior design is comfortably stylist. It's just a few minutes walk to the waterfront, eateries and pubs.
5.0 / 5.0
Everything
Nothing
FAQs
How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Mersea Island?
The average price for a rental in Mersea Island is $173 per night. This rental is $4 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this apartment?
Yes, parking is listed as an 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 8 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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