• Entire home
  • 969 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Garden
  • Free WiFi
  • Private Bathroom
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Driftwood Cottage is located in Harwich, just 17 miles from Alresford and 20 miles from Colchester Castle. The property is around 22 miles from IP-City Centre - Conference Venue, 23 miles from Ipswich Station, and 27 miles from Colchester Zoo. Free Wifi is available throughout the property and Flatford is 16 miles away. The vacation home includes 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom with a shower, a seating area, and a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave. A TV is provided. The accommodation has a fireplace. Guests at Driftwood Cottage will be able to enjoy activities in and around Harwich, like golfing, cycling, and fishing. Guests can also relax in the garden. The nearest airport is London Stansted Airport, 53 miles from the accommodation.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.2)


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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.0
Facilities
7.9
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
7.1
Location
8.2
Low score for Harwich
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  • Davis
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    My stay at Driftwood cottage was excellent, great location and the old town of harwich was so historic. Lot's of lovely old pubs that all offer great food. The cottage was so cosy and we had the best sleep, would definitely recommend this place to...
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location was excellent (for the Harwich International Sea Shanty Festval), walking / cycling distance to lots of interesting places. Cozy cottage with lots of character. Quiet location down no through road. No parking but long-stay carpark...
  • A
    Anonymous
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Good situation, very nicely finished, cosy bed, generally good facilities

Managed by Sykes Holiday Cottages

Company review score: 9.1Based on 73,270 reviews from 21526 properties
21526 managed properties

Company info

Sykes Holiday Cottages is an independent holiday cottage rental agency, with the finest selection of holidays across the UK and Ireland. Whether it’s a family-friendly holiday, a pet-friendly holiday or an activity and adventure-filled holiday, find your ideal UK break with Sykes Holiday Cottages. Our sister brands include Abersoch Quality Homes, Best of Suffolk, Carbis Bay Holidays, Character Cottages, Coast and Country Cottages, Coast and Country Holidays, Cornish Cottage Holidays, Dream Cottages, Heart of the Lakes, Helpful Holidays, Hideaways, Hogans Irish Cottages, John Bray, Lakes Cottage Holidays, Lake District Lodge Holidays, Lakelovers, Manor Cottages, Menai Holidays, Northumbria Coast & Country, Welsh Coast and Country Cottages and Yorkshire Coastal Cottages, and our family extends as far as Bachcare in New Zealand.

Property info

The living areas in the property consist of an open-plan living space with a kitchen with electric hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dining seating for two and a sitting area with Smart TV and electric fire. The bedroom hosts a double bed with Smart TV and there is a bathroom. Outside, there is an enclosed courtyard with furniture and roadside parking close-by. WiFi, fuel, power, bed linen and towels are all included in the price. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Within 0.1 miles there is a shop and pub and within 1.4 miles. Driftwood Cottage is only 100 yards from the beach and the pier at Harwich. Please note: Children are not accepted, and the staircase is very steep so please be careful. Check-in is at 3pm and check-out is 10.30am. Driftwood Cottage is a unique property for a romantic escape. The Electric Palace cinema has been recently refurbished and is within walking distance from this property. Note: The staircase is very steep any may not be suitable for those with mobility issues. Note: Check-in is from 3pm and check-out is by 10.30am. Note: This property does not accept mind the step between the kitchen and lounge. Please take care on the staircase as is it very steep and may not be suitable for people with mobility issues Please also mind the step between the kitchen and lounge. Please note this property cannot accept children.

Neighborhood info

This historic port town in Essex is located at the mouth of the River Stour. Harwich, which borders Dovercourt, has a variety of amenities ranging from convenience stores to harbourside restaurants, one of which is named after the famed diarist Samuel Pepys, who was the town's MP in 1679. It also has a variety of interesting buildings, a golf course, and a sandy beach to keep you entertained during your stay. Clacton-on-Sea, a popular seaside town with a beach and pier for a very English day by the sea, is only 15 miles distant.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Driftwood Cottage

Most popular amenities
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
Parking
Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and charges may apply.
  • Street parking
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Heating
Outdoors
  • Garden
Activities
  • Beach
  • Cycling
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
Miscellaneous
  • Smoke-free property
Safety & security
  • Carbon monoxide detector
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

Driftwood Cottage takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 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

Until 10:30 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.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Driftwood Cottage accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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.

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

FAQs about Driftwood Cottage

  • Driftwood Cottage can accommodate this group size:

    • 2 guests

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

  • Yes, Driftwood Cottage is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Driftwood Cottage offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Beach

  • Driftwood Cottage has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 1 bedroom

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

  • Check-in at Driftwood Cottage is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

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

  • Driftwood Cottage is 800 feet from the center of Harwich. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.