Title: Mersea Island Retreat - 4 Bedroom House Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=108420833&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Mersea Island Retreat - 4 Bedroom House Holiday home in Colchester with kitchen and fireplace ## Photo gallery for Mersea Island Retreat - 4 Bedroom House ![Beach nearby - Mersea Island Retreat - 4 Bedroom House (Colchester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108430000/108420900/108420833/cce3a341.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Mersea Island Retreat - 4 Bedroom House (Colchester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108430000/108420900/108420833/0bfdfcc1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Mersea Island Retreat - 4 Bedroom House (Colchester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108430000/108420900/108420833/06eb4f6b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Mersea Island Retreat - 4 Bedroom House (Colchester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108430000/108420900/108420833/e6441960.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Mersea Island Retreat - 4 Bedroom House (Colchester)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108430000/108420900/108420833/be761573.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies West Mersea is an idyllic location where you can stroll to the beach and enjoy enchanting sunsets. Discover beautiful scenery, historic charm, sailing holidays and abundant wildlife at this unique island getaway. ### Entire home 4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8807 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Parking available ## 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. ### Mersea Island Retreat - 4 Bedroom House The house is only a one-minute stroll from the beach that leads to boats, bewitching sunrises and enchanting sunsets, pubs, restaurants and the lovely village itself. West Mersea is also environmentally unique. Please note that the house can only comfortable accommodate 4 adults. Please view bedrooms and beds prior to booking and note that the house and beds are most suited to 5 adults and 3 children (max), or 4 adults and 4 children (max). The house does not comfortably accommodate more than 5 adults. Mersea Island is an idyllic location found nine miles south east of Colchester and covering seven square miles, with a glowing reputation for beautiful scenery and historic charm. The island offers .. Mersea Island boasts, incredible scenery, abundant wildlife, sailing holidays, water sports, boat trips, charter boats and yachts, holiday parks and caravans, fine restaurants, great seafood and super spaces to experience and explore. Please note that the house can only comfortably accommodate 4 adults. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 807 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108210000/108203700/108203675/159610e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Entire home in West Mersea UK 4-bed house a minute's walk from beach West Mersea - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Outdoor space [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=108203675&PinnedHotelID=108203675&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114410000/114404400/114404337/16632400.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming 2-bedroom terraced house in quaint West Mersea West Mersea - Washing machine - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=114404337&PinnedHotelID=114404337&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114100000/114094700/114094669/155d0215.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Oakleaves Colchester - Kitchen - Washing machine - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=114094669&PinnedHotelID=114094669&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107260000/107258800/107258766/a6a417b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lorna, Houseboat , West Mersea West Mersea - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Toys/games - Microwave 6.0 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=107258766&PinnedHotelID=107258766&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House | Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108410000/108408900/108408849/5104a1e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mersea Island Retreat - 4 Bedroom House Colchester - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=108408849&PinnedHotelID=108408849&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93040000/93031600/93031525/dcab2faf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Fantastic Family 3-bed Static Caravan Cooper bea Colchester - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 8.0 Very good 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=93031525&PinnedHotelID=93031525&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44510000/44506400/44506368/e2d6227b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The beach is about 0.1 mile away. 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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 This property accepts cash 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 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 8429865 ## About the area Located in Colchester, this holiday home is near the beach. Roman Circus House and Jumbo Water Tower are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Xtreme Gaming and Colchester Natural History Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Colchester Community Stadium or Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool. [Visit our Colchester travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Colchester.dx4609) [View more Holiday homes in Colchester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Colchester-Private-Holiday-Homes.d4609-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.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%7C51.77447%2C0.92060&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=QcEQ6d9EDXNNhJHfY9oQcPL7ZTw=) Colchester ### What's nearby - Mersea Island Museum \- 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Colchester Zoo \- 16 min drive \- 10.1 miles - University of Essex \- 19 min drive \- 11.4 miles - Colchester Castle Park \- 20 min drive \- 10.6 miles - Flatford Mill \- 37 min drive \- 25.4 miles ### Getting around - Colchester Kelvedon Station - 22 min drive - London (SEN-Southend) - 79 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Yachtsmans Arms - ‬29 min drive - ‪The Plough - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Railway Tavern - ‬28 min drive - ‪Victory at Mersea - ‬2 min drive - ‪Mersea Barn - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Mersea Island Retreat - 4 Bedroom House pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Mersea Island Retreat - 4 Bedroom House? ### What time is check-in at Mersea Island Retreat - 4 Bedroom House? ### What time is check-out at Mersea Island Retreat - 4 Bedroom House? ### Where is Mersea Island Retreat - 4 Bedroom House located? ## Have a question? 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