Title: The Boat House at Tides Reach Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=78482602&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Boat House at Tides Reach ## Photo gallery for The Boat House at Tides Reach ![Exterior - The Boat House at Tides Reach (Mersea Island, near Colchester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78490000/78482700/78482602/21ae9159.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Living area - The Boat House at Tides Reach (Mersea Island, near Colchester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78490000/78482700/78482602/ceecdc4f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Boat House at Tides Reach (Mersea Island, near Colchester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78490000/78482700/78482602/1c9f0381.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets - The Boat House at Tides Reach (Mersea Island, near Colchester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78490000/78482700/78482602/a95f946a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - The Boat House at Tides Reach (Mersea Island, near Colchester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78490000/78482700/78482602/09d2ec53.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Right by the sea, The Boat House offers a tranquil retreat with an open-plan living space and modern amenities like WiFi and a coffee machine. Enjoy plenty of natural light, take in the views from the front of this fabulous property or explore Mersea Island's shops, tea rooms, restaurants and pubs. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Boat House at Tides Reach 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. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as su-UK39132-UK39132 ## About the area Colchester is home to this cottage. Mersea Island Vineyard and Gosfield Lake Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Colchester Arts Centre and Xtreme Gaming. Colchester Natural History Museum and Tenpin Bowling Colchester are also worth visiting. [Visit our Colchester travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Colchester.dx4609) [View more Cottages in Colchester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Colchester-Cottages.d4609-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.77503%2C0.93051&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=CQS54hTzfBLw6I76pLE5OCWwZdc=) Mersea Island, near Colchester ### What's nearby - ![Colchester Zoo featuring zoo animals and land animals](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081373/642303a6-7942-40d0-993a-51f21990e2ae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Colchester Zoo 16 min drive \- 10.1 miles - ![Colchester Castle Park showing a park and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081369/7503fe40-29b4-4424-9853-20ceb802d43a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Colchester Castle Park 20 min drive \- 10.6 miles - Mersea Island Museum 2 min drive \- 1.1 miles - Mersea Island Vineyard 7 min drive \- 3.1 miles - University of Essex 20 min drive \- 11.4 miles ### Getting around - Colchester Town Station 20 min drive - London (SEN-Southend) 81 min drive ### Restaurants - Yachtsmans Arms 29 min drive - The Plough 7 min drive - The Railway Tavern 28 min drive - Mash And Barrel 35 min drive - The White Hart Inn 2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Boat House at Tides Reach pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Boat House at Tides Reach? ### What time is check-in at The Boat House at Tides Reach? ### What time is check-out at The Boat House at Tides Reach? ### Where is The Boat House at Tides Reach located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Boat House at Tides Reach Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anita B. 18 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very happy! The property was scrupulously clean & was lovely. ##### Anita B. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Craig T. 2 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very nice house in great location The house was very clean, well equipped and comfortable. Lovely welcome from the propery owner. Dog friendly beach only a short walk away. Shops etc. a slightly longer walk, or a short car journey. Great place from which to explore Mersea island and the surrounding area. ##### Craig T. 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