• Entire home
  • 549 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Garden
  • Pets allowed
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Free parking
  • Bath
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Secret Cottage, Wivenhoe - Charming, Cosy, Convenient & Quiet, 2 x Double Bed Period Cottage PLUS Patio - 6 min walk train, 2 min walk High Street Pubs, Restaurants, Shops, a property with a garden, is situated in Wivenhoe, 36 km from Hedingham Castle, 45 km from Chelmsford Train Station, as well as 3.5 km from Alresford. Guests can benefit from a patio and a picnic area. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Freeport Braintree is 34 km away. The holiday home features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with garden views. Guests can take in the ambience of the surroundings from an outdoor dining area or keep themselves warm by the fireplace on colder days. Additional in-room amenities include wine or champagne. Colchester Castle is 9.1 km from the holiday home, while Colchester Zoo is 13 km from the property. The nearest airport is London Stansted Airport, 61 km from Secret Cottage, Wivenhoe - Charming, Cosy, Convenient & Quiet, 2 x Double Bed Period Cottage PLUS Patio - 6 min walk train, 2 min walk High Street Pubs, Restaurants, Shops.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

FREE parking!

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 double bed
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Property practices

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

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
10
High score for Wivenhoe
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  • Andy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Quiet position with easy parking, well placed to access the great amenities in Wivenhoe. We had a really lovely stay, despite lots of rain we went for walks followed by a great excuse to go to the pub. We would definitely go back and hopefully...
  • Hazel
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location close to the waterfront in Wivenhoe with easy access to local pubs, shops and the train station. It had everything we needed for our self-catering stay plus more!
  • Katrin
    Austria Austria
    Very cosy and sweet cottage. The kitchen is very well equipped and the rooms nicely decorated. The cottage is very close to our favourite pub the greyhound as well as the bus and train stop and the supermarket.
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Kate & Marty

9.4
9.4
Host review score
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Kate & Marty
Our cute & cosy cottage in the ever-popular getaway fishing village of Wivenhoe awaits you! Perfectly situated to enjoy the delights of nearby Colchester ('Britain's Oldest Recorded Town), Dedham Vale (Constable Country), Mersea Island (sea, sand & oysters) or to just take in the sights and sounds of our picturesque little village. Recently refurbished & tastefully redecorated, the Secret Cottage showcases critically acclaimed artwork from local artists depicting the hamlet of Wivenhoe, both past & present. CONCEALED but CONVENIENT Located just beyond earshot & eye-line of any roads, this secret little bolt-hole offers peace & quiet but presents the numerous renowned restaurants and bars of historic Wivenhoe within a 3-4 min walk. OLDE WORLDE but WELL EQUIPPED Your own Victorian cottage delivering loads of period charm & quirkiness but also boasting all the mod-cons needed for you to maximize a relaxing break.
Wivenhoe is not only situated in an area of natural beauty but is also a cosmopolitan village influenced by its proximity to Essex University and is home to scholars, artists, poets and musicians - all of whom very much add social colour to our pretty little village. There are many interesting pubs here; 'The Greyhound', which offers friendly service and tasty meals; 'The Black Buoy', a community-run pub, with a varied and interesting menu and very welcoming hospitality; 'The Rose & Crown', right on the river-front with outdoor seating from which to sit & enjoy the River Colne drift by; 'The Railway', which hosts travelers looking for a quick drink or bite to eat between trains! If pubs aren't your thing we also have a plethora of restaurants and cafes; Indian, Italian, Spanish and Middle Eastern that can satisfy your need for either a Full English, a slice of Victoria Sponge or tasty tapas. Not forgetting of course, our two 'chippies' (fish-n-chip shops) serving scrumptious and traditionally cooked fresh fish. One is located not far from the river-front action and the other the award winning 'Henleys of Wivenhoe', just a quick drive away.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Secret Cottage, Wivenhoe - Charming, Cosy, Convenient & Quiet, 2 x Double Bed Period Cottage PLUS Patio - 6 min walk train, 2 min walk High Street Pubs, Restaurants, Shops
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
Parking
Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Shared toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Pay-per-view channels
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Terrace
  • Sun terrace
  • Patio
  • Garden
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Outdoor & View
  • Garden view
Building characteristics
  • Semi-detached
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Miscellaneous
  • Pet bowls
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Carbon monoxide detector
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

Secret Cottage, Wivenhoe - Charming, Cosy, Convenient & Quiet, 2 x Double Bed Period Cottage PLUS Patio - 6 min walk train, 2 min walk High Street Pubs, Restaurants, Shops takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00

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

Check-out

Until 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Damage policy

If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to GBP 500 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 21

Payments by Booking.com

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


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 07:00.

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to £500 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Secret Cottage, Wivenhoe - Charming, Cosy, Convenient & Quiet, 2 x Double Bed Period Cottage PLUS Patio - 6 min walk train, 2 min walk High Street Pubs, Restaurants, Shops

  • Check-in at Secret Cottage, Wivenhoe - Charming, Cosy, Convenient & Quiet, 2 x Double Bed Period Cottage PLUS Patio - 6 min walk train, 2 min walk High Street Pubs, Restaurants, Shops is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Secret Cottage, Wivenhoe - Charming, Cosy, Convenient & Quiet, 2 x Double Bed Period Cottage PLUS Patio - 6 min walk train, 2 min walk High Street Pubs, Restaurants, Shops is 1,000 yards from the centre of Wivenhoe. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Secret Cottage, Wivenhoe - Charming, Cosy, Convenient & Quiet, 2 x Double Bed Period Cottage PLUS Patio - 6 min walk train, 2 min walk High Street Pubs, Restaurants, Shops on this page.

  • Secret Cottage, Wivenhoe - Charming, Cosy, Convenient & Quiet, 2 x Double Bed Period Cottage PLUS Patio - 6 min walk train, 2 min walk High Street Pubs, Restaurants, Shops offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Secret Cottage, Wivenhoe - Charming, Cosy, Convenient & Quiet, 2 x Double Bed Period Cottage PLUS Patio - 6 min walk train, 2 min walk High Street Pubs, Restaurants, Shops can accommodate the following group size:

      • 4 guests

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

    • The prices at Secret Cottage, Wivenhoe - Charming, Cosy, Convenient & Quiet, 2 x Double Bed Period Cottage PLUS Patio - 6 min walk train, 2 min walk High Street Pubs, Restaurants, Shops may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Secret Cottage, Wivenhoe - Charming, Cosy, Convenient & Quiet, 2 x Double Bed Period Cottage PLUS Patio - 6 min walk train, 2 min walk High Street Pubs, Restaurants, Shops has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 2 bedrooms

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