• Entire home
  • 1722 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Sea view
  • Garden
  • Pet friendly
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free WiFi
    482 Mbps
  • Terrace
  • Free parking
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Island Retreat is a recently renovated vacation home in West Mersea where guests can make the most of the garden and barbecue facilities. With garden views, this accommodation provides a patio. There's an outdoor fireplace and guests can use free Wifi and free private parking. Providing a terrace and sea views, the spacious vacation home includes 4 bedrooms, 2 living rooms, flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a bidet. Towels and bed linen are provided in the vacation home. There's also a seating area and a fireplace. Freeport Braintree is 22 miles from the vacation home, while Chelmsford Train Station is 27 miles away. The nearest airport is London Southend Airport, 39 miles from Island Retreat.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 king bed
Bedroom 2:
1 full bed
Bedroom 3:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 4:
1 queen bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
10
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.7
High score for West Mersea
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  • Carolyn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great position. Comfortable house Weather didn’t let us use the lovely garden sadly Everything we needed Hope to return!
  • Humphreys
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautifully spacious, perfect for family holidays.
  • Janet
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We had a magical stay over Christmas we had the logs on the fire it was cosy and comfortable . Great location . John was really helpful especially when we needed help with the induction cooker. I fully recommend a stay here .

Hosted by John Ready

9.4
9.4
Host Review Score
Host Review Score

John Ready
A spacious, inviting, beach house owned by a family of watersports' lovers Island Retreat sits in the heart of West Mersea's Anchorage area. A 2 minutes walk from the sea, close to local pubs, restaurants and the village. **with off street parking You can all congregate in the generous kitchen, stretch out in the large south facing lounge or better yet under the parasol overlooking the garden. It's all there. ** Some pets allowed, by arrangement only** The space Island Retreat is a private house on a gravel road with off street parking a short walk from the sea and is suitable for upto 8 guests in 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Our beautiful home offers a large open plan living/dining room with a cosy wood burner and patio doors leading to the garden. There is plenty of space for the whole family, with a play room to keep the children entertained, and a generous family kitchen with breakfast table, the perfect spot to come together and plan the day’s adventures. You’ll find a conveniently placed bedroom/playroom on the ground floor with either 2 singles or a double bed, along with a walk-in shower room. Upstairs are a further three double bedrooms all of which have views of the sea on the horizon, and a good-sized family bathroom with a tub.
Hi, I'm John Ready a proud father of 2 monkeys, 6 and 11yrs old. I've lived on Mersea Island (know as 'The Tropical' to locals!) since 1985 and am a passionate Catamaran racer. I moved here when I was 16yrs old and immediately fell in love with the place and its connection to the sea, it just drew me in. Every night after school I always walked home taking the seaside route and I distinctly remember as I got home each night, not quite believing that this was now my home. We love the sea and the many different ways to engage with it. This is what I hope to share with you to match your needs and interests..
We have a really beautiful range of places to eat and things to do. From the famous 7th Generation "Company Shed" (Oysters), to "Mersea Island Watersports" -run by a dear family friend- which gives your the 'locals' experience to get into the sea by paddleboard, foiling or sailing. For children -and mine love this- crabbing from the pontoon is a must! **All of this is at the end of the road! We have lovely coffee shops too -The Art Cafe run by local a artist- and a new Gastro pub next door - The White Hart. I am always happy to have a chat before you arrive to help you plan your stay!
Languages spoken: English,French,Italian

Area info

Amenities of Island Retreat
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    Fast free Wifi 482 Mbps. Suitable for streaming 4K content and making video calls on multiple devices. Speed test carried out by the host.
    Kitchen
    • High chair
    • Dining table
    • Coffee machine
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Dryer
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Dishwasher
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linens
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bidet
    • Guest bathroom
    • Bathtub or shower
    • Private Bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Hairdryer
    • Bathtub
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Fireplace
    • Sitting area
    Media & Technology
    • Streaming service (like Netflix)
    • Flat-screen TV
    • Radio
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Drying rack for clothing
    • Fold-up bed
    • Clothes rack
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Tile/Marble floor
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Iron
    Pets
    Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor fireplace
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Sun deck
    • Barbecue
    • BBQ facilities
    • Patio
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Common Areas
    • Game room
    Food & Drink
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Activities
    • Canoeing
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Windsurfing
      Additional chargeOff-site
    • Fishing
      Additional chargeOff-site
    Outdoor & View
    • Garden view
    • Sea view
    • View
    Building Characteristics
    • Detached
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/out
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Books, DVDs or music for children
    • Board games/puzzles
    Miscellaneous
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • Smoke alarms
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    Languages Spoken
    • English
    • French
    • Italian

    Property practices

    This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    Island Retreat takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

    Check-out

    From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Damage policy

    If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to GBP 200 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    No cribs or extra beds are available.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 30

    Payments by Booking.com

    Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Free! Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Island Retreat of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to £200 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

    FAQs about Island Retreat

    • Island Retreat has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 4 bedrooms

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • The prices at Island Retreat may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Island Retreat is 0.7 miles from the center of West Mersea. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Island Retreat is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • Yes, Island Retreat is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Island Retreat can accommodate this group size:

      • 8 guests

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Island Retreat offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Game room
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Windsurfing

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Island Retreat on this page.

    • The nearest beach is 2,150 feet from Island Retreat. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.