The Boat House at Tides Reach
ID: S1311109
- Bedrooms 2
- ・ Sleeps 4
- ・ Pets 2
Guests say
The Boat House at Tides Reach is a beautifully decorated and spotlessly clean cottage, just a short stroll from the beach in a peaceful location. Guests praise its well-equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, and thoughtful touches for both people and dogs. The property is ideal for relaxing getaways and exploring Mersea Island. While some mention ongoing building works and the lack of a garden, the majority highlight the excellent amenities, helpful hosts, and proximity to local attractions, making it a popular choice for couples, families, and pet owners.
Cleanliness is consistently praised, with multiple guests describing the property as spotlessly clean, tidy, and well-maintained throughout their stay.
The location is highly rated, being just yards from the beach and close to local attractions, cafes, and scenic walks. Some mention temporary building noise, but most found the area peaceful and convenient.
Guests frequently mention comfortable beds, cosy accommodation, and a relaxing atmosphere. The property is suitable for those with mobility issues and provides a restful environment, though a few note the living space is compact with larger dogs.
Facilities are well regarded, with a well-equipped kitchen, modern bathrooms, and thoughtful extras like beach towels and dog amenities. The main drawback noted is the absence of a garden and some minor accessibility concerns with the upstairs bath.
Many guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as a welcome bottle of wine and a well-stocked cupboard of essentials, as well as dog-friendly provisions. Please note, these gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
You’ll love being able to see the sea from the front of the house..
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Freeview TV
Ensuite Wet Room: Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, Freeview TV, DVD Player
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels included and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack. Private parking for 1 car. On road parking (seasonal restrictions); additional public car park nearby. No smoking.. A recently built fabulous property set in an enviable location and only 400 feet to the beach. The Boat House offers room for four people and space to relax. On the ground floor you’ll find the master bedroom, complete with shower/wet room and plenty of storage. Upstairs is the second bedroom with twin single beds and space for the travel cot, and family bathroom. The house benefits from plenty of natural light and modern plantation shutters to the windows and the second bedroom also has Velux windows and blackout blinds, along with free Wi-Fi. You will find a folder within the property listing many local attractions, pubs and restaurants.
Mersea Island benefits from some fantastic shops, tea rooms, restaurants and pubs as well as being famous for its seafood and brightly coloured beach huts. Enjoy a drink or something to eat in one of the family friendly pubs and restaurants. Mersea Island is great for anyone who wants a break beside the sea but there are lots of activities to keep you busy too - walking, cycling and sailing to name a few. The Boat House is an ideal location from which to explore Mersea Island.
Cudmore Grove Country Park is situated a short distance away at East Mersea and is terrific for those who prefer green open spaces and quieter spots, why not take a picnic? Should you decide to travel, only 20 minutes away and you can find yourself in the historic city of of Colchester or Maldon, both worth a visit. There are two beachside cafés, a park, a small shop (seasonal) and a bar serving food all within 5 minutes walk of the property. There are further amenities just over a mile away including butchers, bakery and supermarkets.
Free WiFi
There will be building works carried out next door from August 2024 - End of 2025 - there will potentially be noise between 8am and 4pm.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (21)
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Geoff Matthews
Great location just a few yards from the beach. Property was well laid out, 2 good bedrooms, 2 wet rooms, decent living space. Would stay again.
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely cosy accommodation with every comfort provided. Great location close to the sea and walking distance of 2 seafront cafes - Seaview Cafe has particularly excellent fish and chips.Please note, there is no garden at all with this property which I missed when looking at the details on the Cottages.com site.Shower over bath upstairs could do with some grab handles and a non slip mat as it is a high sided bath to get in and out.
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Confirmed Guest
Delightful house. Ground floor bedroom and en-suite was perfect for someone with mobility issues. Well equipped and great extras for dogs - bowls, beds, towels - and comfortable beds.