Title: Lighthouse Retreat - A stones throw from West Mersea beach Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # Lighthouse Retreat - A stones throw from West Mersea beach ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92400000/92391000/92390936/8f427782.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92400000/92391000/92390936/ba7e9afa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92400000/92391000/92390936/c2dac01f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92400000/92391000/92390936/458769fb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92400000/92391000/92390936/ab488086.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located in West Mersea Holiday Park, The Lighthouse Retreat offers a serene beachside escape with its own garden area and BBQ. Enjoy comfortable living spaces, fast WiFi, and central heating while being steps away from the waterfront and local restaurants. 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Barbecue grill - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Free WiFi £145 includes taxes & fees 2 Dec - 3 Dec ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Lighthouse Retreat - A stones throw from West Mersea beach The Lighthouse Retreat is located at the end of Seaview Avenue in West Mersea Holiday Park, a stones throw from West Mersea Beach. A luxury holiday villa, in a quiet holiday park, sleeps 4-6 persons. Features its own garden area, BBQ, shower and toilet facilities, with dedicated parking. Located right next to the waterfront you are in an ideal position to spend days on the beach, explore Mersea, and head out to the local restaurants, cafes, and pubs. The Space The Lighthouse Retreat is a luxury holiday villa, with a spacious and light open plan living room, dining and kitchen area. With comfortable sofas throughout the living room, and a pull out sofa bed to cater for an additional two guests. Large TV, fast WIFI, and central heating. The main bedroom features a double bed, wardrobe, small side tables and a mirror. The second bedroom has two single beds, which guests are welcome to move together if required, and a small wardrobe. Extra bedding available. The main bathroom features a large shower, basin, and toilet facilities. Soaps and shampoo available. The kitchen includes an oven, hob, fridge freezer, and all essential cutlery, pots, pans, and utensils for self catering. Kettle, toaster, coffee and tea making facilities. The surrounding garden area includes a BBQ for your use and garden furniture. Guest Access You have full access to the holiday villa and the private grass and BBQ area surrounding the accomodation. Dedicated free parking space is also located next to the Lighthouse Retreat. Other things to note As a guest to the Lighthouse Retreat you have access to West Mersea Holiday parks Sandbanks clubhouse and restaurant facilities. 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Return accommodation furniture and garden furniture to original positions if it is moved. Replacement key and barrier fob will be charged at £25 if lost. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 1 total pets ### 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector 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%7C51.77506%2C0.93528&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=gDObjZcgPdooRSfEJ9tbhJR3PEo=) Colchester #### What's nearby - Mersea Island Museum - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles - Mersea Island Vineyard - 7 min drive - 3.1 miles - Colchester Zoo - 16 min drive - 10.1 miles - University of Essex - 20 min drive - 11.4 miles - Colchester Castle Park - 20 min drive - 10.6 miles #### Getting around - Hythe Station - 25 min drive - London (SEN-Southend) - 87 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Yachtsmans Arms - ‬29 min drive - ‪Burger King - ‬35 min drive - ‪The Plough - ‬7 min drive - ‪Mersea Barn - ‬6 min drive - ‪Mash And Barrel - ‬35 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lighthouse Retreat - A stones throw from West Mersea beach pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total). ### How much does it cost to stay at Lighthouse Retreat - A stones throw from West Mersea beach? > As of 1 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lighthouse Retreat - A stones throw from West Mersea beach on 2 Dec 2025 start from £144.6, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Colchester-Hotels-Lighthouse-Retreat-A-Stones-Throw-From-West-Mersea-Beach.h92390936.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Lighthouse Retreat - A stones throw from West Mersea beach? > There is free parking nearby. ### What time is check-in at Lighthouse Retreat - A stones throw from West Mersea beach? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Lighthouse Retreat - A stones throw from West Mersea beach? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Lighthouse Retreat - A stones throw from West Mersea beach Reviews 9.2 ### Wonderful 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) ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heidi H. 12 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great little spot The property was clean, in good working order with a good-sized communal space. Good access to beach and amenities. We had a lovely stay. ##### Heidi H. Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Catherine A. 2 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family get-together A simple but lovely place to stay beside the seaside. All the people we met were super friendly. ##### Catherine A. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John A. 11 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great time on mersea The caravan was for my son and his family. They had a wonderful time, the children loved being near the beach. We would have no hesitation in booking again. ##### John A. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### James W. 29 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Bedding Bedding coud have been more organized. Beds made up for 4, when there were 5.people staying. ##### James W. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Sarah M. 26 Jul 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Short family getaway Just a two night get away for myself my mum and teenage son. Communication with owner was great. Site is well positioned for beach and the restaurant nearby too. Caravan was an ok standard, a bit of smell when entering as if nobody had stayed for a while or pets had stayed there. Lots of cobwebs in lounge area too. Beds, bedding and bathroom were clean though. My son is only 13 but over 6’ tall and didn’t fit in the single bed so had to sleep on the sofa but we were half expecting that. Overall a good stay, would visit again ##### Sarah M. 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