Title: Beautifully refurbished cottage in Lower Wivenhoe with games room, pet friendly! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Beautifully refurbished cottage in Lower Wivenhoe with games room, pet friendly! Riverside cottage with kitchen and patio ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100220000/100218900/100218873/3f0cdc2a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100220000/100218900/100218873/20391adf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100220000/100218900/100218873/1419a967.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, video game console, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100220000/100218900/100218873/250c1e8c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100220000/100218900/100218873/b0924bdc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In lower Wivenhoe, this beautifully refurbished Victorian cottage offers a warm and inviting atmosphere. Unwind in the luxurious bathroom or enjoy family time in the fabulous games room with table football and a PS4. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6754 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Pet-friendly - Kitchen ## 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. ### Beautifully refurbished cottage in Lower Wivenhoe with games room, pet friendly! A stunning Victorian semi detached cottage set in lower Wivenhoe, recently refurbished to a high standard. This beautiful, family friendly home features a large open plan living/kitchen and dining space, a utility room, cloakroom, two generous bedrooms and a luxurious bathroom. Guests can also enjoy a fabulous family/games room in the garden - which comes complete with board games, table football and a PS4 to keep the whole family entertained on those rainy days. Wivenhoe’s famous waterfront, a mainline station, glorious walks and the area’s amazing variety of pubs, restaurants, art galleries and shops are all within a very short stroll. A perfect holiday cottage all year round, dogs very welcome! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Dressing gowns - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV - Stereo - Video game console - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a zoo - Near the marina - On a river ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 754 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby, sun-loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18790000/18789200/18789127/43ef23b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy comfortable cottage by the sea and water, surrounded by fields and space Lee over Sands - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 54 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=18789127&PinnedHotelID=18789127&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74700000/74693100/74693074/1e7ce480.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful period fisherman's cottage West Mersea - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 13 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=74693074&PinnedHotelID=74693074&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111640000/111636800/111636725/208f480d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosgrove Cottage is nestled on the beautiful and secluded Langham Hall Estate Langham - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 7.4 Good 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=111636725&PinnedHotelID=111636725&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83240000/83232300/83232250/0fea838a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### My Chester Luxury 3bedroom Home Colchester - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=83232250&PinnedHotelID=83232250&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96550000/96544800/96544775/1fdc18f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Central Colchester - Just 3 minutes walk to Colchester Castle and High Street! Colchester - Kitchen - Washer £170 includes taxes & fees 5 Nov - 6 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=96544775&PinnedHotelID=96544775&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93050000/93043400/93043341/430d4316.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coopers Beach 3-Bed Caravan, Sleeps 8 & Pets Ok Colchester - Pet-friendly - Parking available - Microwave - Kitchen [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=93043341&PinnedHotelID=93043341&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108710000/108709900/108709816/dd852b64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sugar Hut by Tiny Away Great Horkesley - Kitchen - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 1 review £166 includes taxes & fees 3 Dec - 4 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-03&endDate=2025-12-04&selected=108709816&PinnedHotelID=108709816&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71710000/71703800/71703738/292a9f7a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Vetrelax Colchester Rotary Way Colchester - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Parking available 4.0 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=71703738&PinnedHotelID=71703738&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102230000/102223800/102223798/1f2de434.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 BR - Luxury Family Home Near The Beach Mersea Island - Kitchen - Washer - Parking available - Fireplace [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=102223798&PinnedHotelID=102223798&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115110000/115105800/115105709/4ce99a32.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 bedroom accommodation in Manningtree Manningtree - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi £199 includes taxes & fees 5 Nov - 6 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=115105709&PinnedHotelID=115105709&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only 2 total pets ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties ### 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 Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10 Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property 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 ## 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%7C51.85664%2C0.96053&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=qHEm8ZpGzOoKZkoXwkxtmAS0CGg=) Wivenhoe, England #### What's nearby - University of Essex - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles - Beth Chatto Garden - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles - Colchester Castle Park - 8 min drive - 4.4 miles - Colchester Town Hall - 9 min drive - 4.8 miles - Colchester Zoo - 16 min drive - 7.3 miles #### Getting around - Wivenhoe Station - 5 min walk - London (SEN-Southend) - 69 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Ye Olde Albion - ‬11 min drive - ‪Horse And Groom Inn - ‬16 min walk - ‪Anchor - ‬11 min drive - ‪The Greyhound - ‬1 min walk - ‪The Station Pub - ‬5 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Beautifully refurbished cottage in Lower Wivenhoe with games room, pet friendly! pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). ### What time is check-in at Beautifully refurbished cottage in Lower Wivenhoe with games room, pet friendly!? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Beautifully refurbished cottage in Lower Wivenhoe with games room, pet friendly!? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Beautifully refurbished cottage in Lower Wivenhoe with games room, pet friendly! located? > This family-friendly Colchester cottage is located on a river, 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from University of Essex, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Beth Chatto Garden and Wyvernwood. Tenpin Bowling Colchester and Xtreme Gaming are also within 6 miles (10 km). Wivenhoe Station is only a 5-minute walk. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Beautifully refurbished cottage in Lower Wivenhoe with games room, pet friendly! Reviews 9.8 ### 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 5 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ryan W. 8 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cute place The property was cute and convenient. ##### Ryan W. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kenji L. 6 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Wivenhoe home The host of this home was very responsive. This home was just as described and look just like the pictures. Our kids enjoyed the game room in the back garden. All the local pubs were within walking distance in the water was also a nice walk. Everyone in the town is very friendly. One night we were late to town and all the pubs had closed and we had to cook in the kitchen and had everything we needed. The weather was lovely and we had take out from the nearest pub and dined outside in the garden space one evening. WiFi access was excellent. Would stay there again. ##### Kenji L. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Estelle C. 17 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### it was great we have a lovely time, communicaiton was good, the property was nice, there was an extra snug at the back of the garden, great for teens. We had all we needed to stay, the communal area was very nice, there is a patio and garden too. We were able to park with 2 cars. It was only a few minutes walk from the shop and from the riverfront. ##### Estelle C. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jenny M. 17 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely cottage Lovely cottage ##### Jenny M. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sean M. 27 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wiv Xmas Family Xmas near my sisters house, perfect location lovely property and Michael was a great host ##### Sean M. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel and Spa Chester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Hotel-And-Spa-Chester.h527788.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Colchester by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Colchester-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Colchester.h19417.Hotel-Information) > > [Royal Whitby](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitby-Hotels-The-Royal-Hotel.h57917040.Hotel-Information) > > [Drapers Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Colchester-Hotels-Drapers-Hotel.h22454758.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Cheltenham-Cotswolds](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cheltenham-Hotels-Doubletree-By-Hilton-Cheltenham.h65899.Hotel-Information) > > [ibis budget Manchester Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Ibis-Budget-Manchester-Airport.h75715089.Hotel-Information) > > [De Vere Tortworth Court](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bristol-Hotels-De-Vere-Tortworth-Court.h570412.Hotel-Information) > > [Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Colchester-Hotels-Stoke-By-Nayland-Hotel.h807924.Hotel-Information) > > [Redworth Hall Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newton-Aycliffe-Hotels-Redworth-Hall-Hotel.h517266.Hotel-Information) > > [Lakes Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Hotels-Lakes-Hotel-And-Spa.h901040.Hotel-Information) > > [Last Drop Village Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bolton-Hotels-Last-Drop-Village-Hotel-And-Spa.h9341.Hotel-Information) > > [Cave Hotel & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Faversham-Hotels-Cave-Hotel-Golf-Resort.h33410673.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bristol-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-Bristol-Airport.h16543862.Hotel-Information) > > [De Vere Wokefield Estate](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Reading-Hotels-De-Vere-Wokefield-Estate.h1044123.Hotel-Information) > > [The Blue Anchor Feering](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Colchester-Hotels-The-Blue-Anchor-Feering.h11537135.Hotel-Information) > > [Grosvenor Pulford Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-Grosvenor-Pulford-Hotel-Spa.h790572.Hotel-Information) > > [The Essex Golf and Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Colchester-Hotels-Essex-Golf-Country-Club.h1605688.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hook-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Hotel-Hampshire.h986107.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Garden Inn Silverstone](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Towcester-Hotels-Hilton-Garden-Inn-Silverstone.h48251404.Hotel-Information) > > [De Vere Cotswold Water Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cirencester-Hotels-De-Vere-Cotswold-Water-Park.h1770053.Hotel-Information) > > [Cambridge Belfry Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cambridge-Hotels-Cambridge-Belfry.h1103020.Hotel-Information) > > [The Crown Stoke By Nayland](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Colchester-Hotels-The-Crown-Stoke-By-Nayland.h3697573.Hotel-Information) > > [The Park Royal Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Warrington-Hotels-The-Park-Royal.h24462.Hotel-Information) > > [The Marlborough Dedham](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Colchester-Hotels-The-Marlborough-Dedham.h4531072.Hotel-Information) > > [The Windermere Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Hotels-The-Windermere-Hotel.h13431161.Hotel-Information) > > [Harbour Hotel Christchurch](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-The-Christchurch-Harbour-Hotel-And-Spa.h18097.Hotel-Information) > > [Ufford Park Woodbridge Hotel, Golf & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Woodbridge-Hotels-Ufford-Park-Woodbridge-Hotel.h12685.Hotel-Information) > > [Dunston Hall Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Norwich-Hotels-Dunston-Hall.h519081.Hotel-Information)