A 3-minute walk from Clacton Beach in Clacton-on-Sea, Viva Guest House offers accommodations with access to a fitness room. 10 miles from Alresford and 17 miles from Colchester Castle, the property provides a garden and a shared lounge. The bed and breakfast also features free Wifi, free private parking, and facilities for disabled guests. At the bed and breakfast, every unit is equipped with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, and towels. At the bed and breakfast, all units are soundproof. A continental, full English/Irish, or vegetarian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. You can play billiards and mini-golf at the bed and breakfast, and the area is popular for canoeing and hiking. Windsurfing, cycling, and fishing are possible within the area, and Viva Guest House offers water sports facilities. Flatford is 19 miles from the accommodation, while Colchester Zoo is 23 miles from the property. The nearest airport is London Stansted Airport, 50 miles from Viva Guest House.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
or
1 twin bed
1 full bed
or
1 twin bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
9.7
High score for Clacton-on-Sea
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  • Barnes
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The owner was lovely & very accommodating. The house was extremely clean & well looked after.
  • Russell
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We received a warm greeting on arrival and then were given a guided tour. Fire exits were pointed out which is something we have nod had happen at other properties. The owner was very helpful and knowledgeable about the area. A very pleasant...
  • Denise
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We liked the clean tidy room and pleasent welcome, and a lovely breakfast, ideally situated to walk to sea front

Host Info

Company review score: 9.8Based on 362 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Passionate about hospitality and travel, Kirk has immersed himself in the local area so as to gather local information and local business contacts which he shares with guests so as to enhance their stay. Kirk's main aim is for his guests to appreciate and enjoy the local area, beach and countryside because the UK has so much to offer and it's all just on our doorstep. Staycations are a great way to reduce our carbon footprint and boost the local economy, which in turn will maintain and regenerate our local area's for generations to come. I hope you enjoy the Essex Sunshine Coast, I look forward to welcoming you soon.

Property info

Lovingly restored by its present owners, this 5-bedroom pet free Victorian property, offers a tranquil and casual retreat, close to the beach and within a 10-minute stroll to the town, Clacton pier, restaurant’s and local train station. The 3 storey house offers a combination of double, triple and family rooms, two of which offer partial sea views, with the others offering garden or town views. The ground floor, together with an accessible double bedroom, offers level access to the west facing garden, guest lounge and dining room. Viva Guest House is a fully licenced property where drinks can be served in the garden, guest lounge or guest rooms before heading off for dinner. Clacton has a wide selection of restaurants to suite all of our guest’s needs, so once parked in the private driveway, guests have an easy walk into town to sample the nightlife and theatres. The West Cliff and Princes theatre’s offer great productions throughout the year. The local surrounding area to Viva, has many local attractions and places of interest which are accessible either by foot, bicycle or public transport. Our environmental policy includes suggestions for lowering our carbon footpri...

Neighborhood info

The Sunshine Coast offers a variety of activity's with beachside walks, theatre, watersports and good old fashion fun at the world famous Clacton Pier. Historic Harwich, Colchester and Constable country are a short drive away. The Essex coast has one of the kindest climates in the UK allowing you to enjoy your staycation more.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Viva Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Garden
Activities
  • Beach
  • Water sports facilities on site
  • Mini golf
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
  • Windsurfing
  • Pool table
  • Fishing
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not possible).
  • Street parking
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Baggage storage
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Safety & security
  • CCTV outside property
  • Safe
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Soundproof
  • Heating
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
Spa
  • Fitness
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Check-out

Until 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.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 5 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

5 years old
Extra bed upon request
£10 per stay
Crib upon request
£6 per stay
6+ years
Extra bed upon request
£10 per stay

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this reservation. During your stay, you can pay for any extras using Mastercard, ​Visa and Cash only .


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

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

FAQs about Viva Guest House

  • Viva Guest House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Pool table
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Mini golf
    • Windsurfing
    • Water sports facilities on site
    • Fitness
    • Beach

  • The nearest beach is 150 feet from Viva Guest House. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Viva Guest House include:

    • Double
    • Triple

  • Viva Guest House is 2,450 feet from the center of Clacton-on-Sea. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at Viva Guest House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.1).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan

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

  • Check-in at Viva Guest House is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.