Title: A wonderful retreat on the Island of West Mersea Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=34137913&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # A wonderful retreat on the Island of West Mersea Family-friendly cottage in Colchester ## Photo gallery for A wonderful retreat on the Island of West Mersea ![Beach nearby - A wonderful retreat on the Island of West Mersea (West Mersea)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34140000/34138000/34137913/8da8197c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - A wonderful retreat on the Island of West Mersea (West Mersea)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34140000/34138000/34137913/10ba9c56.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player - A wonderful retreat on the Island of West Mersea (West Mersea)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34140000/34138000/34137913/a83f0d3a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player - A wonderful retreat on the Island of West Mersea (West Mersea)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34140000/34138000/34137913/dfcbeeb0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - A wonderful retreat on the Island of West Mersea (West Mersea)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34140000/34138000/34137913/21e61f87.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in a quiet area, Sunshine Corner is the perfect haven for those seeking relaxation and adventure. Take a leisurely stroll to the beautiful beach, enjoy underfloor heating in your conservatory, or simply unwind on sun decking overlooking an enclosed lawned garden. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Dryer - Outdoor space - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Fireplace ## 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. ### A wonderful retreat on the Island of West Mersea Sunshine Corner is a 5 minute stroll to the beautiful beach with the village a 10 minute walk and the world famous Company Shed a 15 minute walk. The cottage is completely self contained with underfloor heating in the conservatory opening onto sun decking and enclosed lawned garden, situated in a quiet area with off road parking. Bike hire is available on request. Beach Hut hire is available locally for your stay. Private entrance with a key safe access. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car not required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Dryer - Laundry facilities ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - Near the sea ### Things to do - Bicycles - Boat - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Bicycles - Garden ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 1 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 ### We should mention A car is not required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Wonderful Retreat Island West Mersea House Wonderful Retreat Island West Mersea A Wonderful Retreat on the Island of West Mersea Cottage A Wonderful Retreat on the Island of West Mersea Colchester A Wonderful Retreat on the Island of West Mersea Cottage A Wonderful Retreat on the Island of West Mersea Colchester ## About the area ![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%7C51.77611%2C0.92251&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ePJuHldt1JAeWontbLHLtJDs-UI=) West Mersea, England #### What's nearby - Mersea Island Museum \- 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Colchester Zoo \- 15 min drive \- 9.9 miles - University of Essex \- 19 min drive \- 11.2 miles - Colchester Castle Park \- 20 min drive \- 10.4 miles - Flatford Mill \- 37 min drive \- 25.2 miles #### Getting around - Colchester Kelvedon Station - 24 min drive - London (SEN-Southend) - 78 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Yachtsmans Arms - ‬28 min drive - ‪The Plough - ‬6 min drive - ‪Mash And Barrel - ‬35 min drive - ‪The Railway Tavern - ‬28 min drive - ‪Victory at Mersea - ‬2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is A wonderful retreat on the Island of West Mersea pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at A wonderful retreat on the Island of West Mersea? ### What time is check-in at A wonderful retreat on the Island of West Mersea? ### What time is check-out at A wonderful retreat on the Island of West Mersea? ### Where is A wonderful retreat on the Island of West Mersea located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## A wonderful retreat on the Island of West Mersea 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 29 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathleen T. 29 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Communication Everything in the property was perfectly clean ,we had everything we needed ,lovely weather and enjoyed out and about thank you ##### Kathleen T. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vea 22 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very enjoyable stay, well stocked cottage with comfortable bedrooms, lounge, bathroom, kitchen and conservatory, extra fans were provided when weather was too hot. ##### Vea Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Susan C. 3 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sunshine Cottage We had a lovely relaxed and quiet stay. The proprty was lovely. ##### Susan C. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nita K. 11 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect stay The cottage had everything we needed and was in a great location. The couple were very friendly and communicated with me regularly. Would def stay again. ##### Nita K. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### perry g. 1 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### weekend away We enjoyed our stay (been before) it is a lovely well kept well stocked comfortable property and good communication with the owners will stay again perry and Diane ##### perry g. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Arron L. 12 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very Nice Place The property was very nice, pretty much the nicest place I have ever stayed. Very comfortable, very clean, well stocked with essentials. I highly recommend this place. ##### Arron L. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris W., Lethbridge 25 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect location to visit local area We had an amazing stay at Sunshine Corner. Hosts were very accommodating and easy to deal with. Property was very cosy and clean and had everything you needed. Just felt like being at home. Highly recommend . ##### Chris W. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### MRS RAMSBOTTOM R. 20 Feb 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sunshine Corner Very comfortable and relaxing in a beautiful part of the country. ##### MRS RAMSBOTTOM R. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert B. 17 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sunshine Corner Had a great week, can't fault the property everything you need is there and very clean. Many thanks to the owners and hope to be back in the future. ##### Robert B. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul L. 19 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Short break on Mersea. Very pleasant stay in quiet residential area of West Mersea about 10 minute walk of town centre. Modern property all mod cons and nice touches from the owners. ##### Paul L. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Margaret A. 17 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Simply excellent Well equipped. Good standard of furnishings,very comfortable. Quiet location. Would recommend. ##### Margaret A. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sue G. 16 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A peaceful, well equipped property. This property was well equipped, in a peaceful location and had easy access to the coast, restaurants and shops. The owner ensured that we had prior knowledge of items of food, drink and cleaning materials etc. that she had provided which was over and above our expectations for a self catering property. ##### Sue G. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deborah E. 2 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend away with old friends Lovely bungalow - comfortable, clean and well situated for exploring the area. Welcome supplies from the hosts were much appreciated- a very nice touch. Communication easy and quick. Would love to come again some time. Highly recommended. ##### Deborah E. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew R. 11 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Overall Location quiet, relaxing and easy to find accommodation as expected good and clean. Will return ##### Andrew R. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lynne C. 5 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent in every way. The property was very clean, comfortable and warm. It had everything we needed, and was of good quality. The property owner was excellent. Communication was good, and was available if needed. We couldn't have asked for more. If we decide to stay in the area again we wouldn't hesitate to stay in this property again. ##### Lynne C. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Phrosa A. 14 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sunshine Cottage West Mersea Island. Property is situated in a nice, quiet neighbourhood. The cottage itself is well equipped with everything that you could possibly need, with a few added luxuries. Definitely a home away from home. It is spacious, comfortable and very clean. It is not far from restaurants and amenities. We did not meet the hosts, but the messages from them were welcoming and friendly. ##### Phrosa A. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Uta B. 17 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### das Haus war sehr sauber und bequem. Die Lage so nah am Meer war großartig. ##### Uta B. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John B. 14 Nov 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### By the sea Well presented with easy access to the village facilities ##### John B. Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Martin P. 6 Sept 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good Enjoyed ##### Martin P. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### S P. 14 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved our stay Absolutely gem of a place, especially the location. Cannot wait to go back as soon as we can! ##### S P. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susie G. 5 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous property in a great location We loved Sunshine Corner and would absolutely stay again. It's beautifully proportioned, and the conservatory is a blissful place to spend time even if the British weather isn't kind! The bedrooms are really comfortable, and the decoration throughout is so tasteful. Mersea is a lovely place to spend time, and you can easily walk to the beach, shops, pubs and restaurants from Sunshine Corner. We hired a beach hut during our visit too, and that was brilliant fun. Thanks so much for having us, and we hope to come again. Thank you too for the lovely treats you left us on arrival. Great promotion for the local brewery in particular!! ##### Susie G. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew Walker 23 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great property and area We would really recommend this property ##### Andrew Walker Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barbara R. 7 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Pleasant and quiet position hosts very helpful Property clean and tidy good position for getting around the area host helpful with sorting out the charging of my sister wheelchair we enjoyed our holiday ##### Barbara R. Stayed 6 nights in May 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### perry g. 28 May 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely weekend stay Very nice and comfortable with well equipped kitchen good location will stay again ##### perry g. Stayed 3 nights in May 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gillian H. 20 Apr 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A welcome break Warm,sunny and immaculately clean. Décor a delight. Couldn't have asked for a nicer place to be coming out of what has been a torrid winter! ##### Gillian H. 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