Title: Beautifully refurbished cottage in Lower Wivenhoe with games room, pet friendly! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=4609&destination=Colchester%2C+England%2C+United+Kingdom&selected=100218873&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Beautifully refurbished cottage in Lower Wivenhoe with games room, pet friendly! ## Photo gallery for Beautifully refurbished cottage in Lower Wivenhoe with games room, pet friendly! ![Interior - Beautifully refurbished cottage in Lower Wivenhoe with games room, pet friendly! (Wivenhoe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100220000/100218900/100218873/a14dcca2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Beautifully refurbished cottage in Lower Wivenhoe with games room, pet friendly! (Wivenhoe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100220000/100218900/100218873/f7925ae1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Beautifully refurbished cottage in Lower Wivenhoe with games room, pet friendly! (Wivenhoe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100220000/100218900/100218873/46585bf2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Beautifully refurbished cottage in Lower Wivenhoe with games room, pet friendly! (Wivenhoe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100220000/100218900/100218873/00446488.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Beautifully refurbished cottage in Lower Wivenhoe with games room, pet friendly! (Wivenhoe)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100220000/100218900/100218873/e7ef4b06.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies 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. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6754 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space ## 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 ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106240000/106233000/106232916/f667bf58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Birds Farm Colchester - Pool - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi 9.2 Wonderful 10 reviews £143 includes taxes & fees 23 Apr - 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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 Located in Colchester, this cottage is on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at High Woods Country Park and Dedham Vale, while Hollytrees Museum and The Minories Galleries are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Adrenalyze Leisure and The Wyvern Maze. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [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%7C51.85664%2C0.96053&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=qHEm8ZpGzOoKZkoXwkxtmAS0CGg=) Wivenhoe, England ### What's nearby - ![Colchester Castle Park](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 9 min drive \- 4.4 miles - ![Mercury Theatre](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532509185/933b690b-8720-435c-9081-0b9b62ee7c0c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Mercury Theatre 11 min drive \- 5.0 miles - ![Colchester Zoo](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 14 min drive \- 6.9 miles - ![Willy Lott's Cottage outside in flatford mill in constable country old and famous location building from a painting on a summer afternoon with no people very beautiful](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6094515/bbf84a27-b3d2-4273-a137-97f340dadb3e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Flatford Mill 24 min drive \- 14.8 miles - University of Essex 3 min drive \- 1.7 miles ### Getting around - Wivenhoe Station 5 min walk - London (SEN-Southend) 69 min drive ### Restaurants - Horse And Groom Inn 16 min walk - The Station Pub 5 min walk - Henley's Fish and Chips 2 min drive - Black Buoy 4 min walk - The Greyhound 1 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Beautifully refurbished cottage in Lower Wivenhoe with games room, pet friendly! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Beautifully refurbished cottage in Lower Wivenhoe with games room, pet friendly!? ### What time is check-in at Beautifully refurbished cottage in Lower Wivenhoe with games room, pet friendly!? ### What time is check-out at Beautifully refurbished cottage in Lower Wivenhoe with games room, pet friendly!? ### Where is Beautifully refurbished cottage in Lower Wivenhoe with games room, pet friendly! located? ## 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 ## 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 6 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 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 Verified ### 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 Verified ### 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 Verified ### 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 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kath B. 8 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Fantastically stylish house in a great location. We had an issue with the front door and with no hot water but Michael was very speedy in talking me through the problem. I would have no problem recommending this property. ##### Kath B. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 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. 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