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Island Retreat

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Essex » Mersea Island
Sleeps up to 8
Pets 1
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 4
Island Retreat is a spacious and modern detached house in an ideal location on a quiet road, within easy reach of beaches and everything else you need for a fantastic holiday on Mersea Island. With the added opulence of a bubbling hot tub, this home is ideal for friends and families looking to explore the coast of Essex and all the island has to offer. Park up and be welcomed into a light and airy property with plenty of amenities to cater to your stay. There is an open-plan living space offering a kitchen with state of the art amenities, ideal for cooking up a storm using local produce, accompanied by a dining table for hearty meals and a sitting area.
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About Island Retreat

Island Retreat is a spacious and modern detached house in an ideal location on a quiet road, within easy reach of beaches and everything else you need for a fantastic holiday on Mersea Island. With the added opulence of a bubbling hot tub, this home is ideal for friends and families looking to explore the coast of Essex and all the island has to offer.

Park up and be welcomed into a light and airy property with plenty of amenities to cater to your stay. There is an open-plan living space offering a kitchen with state of the art amenities, ideal for cooking up a storm using local produce, accompanied by a dining table for hearty meals and a sitting area.

The property boasts a beautiful living/dining room with seas of natural light, a selection of eye-catching house plants, and a plush sofa for your relaxation, as well as a second dining table. This pretty space opens up onto the enclosed garden, a walled space with a patio ideal for alfresco dining as the sun sets overhead, and why not spend an opulent evening in the hot tub?

When sleep calls, settle into one of the four bedrooms, beginning on the ground floor with a bedroom which is a multi-use space, a handy room that can be a double, two singles or a sofa for flexibility, serviced by a sleek shower room. On the first floor three plush double bedrooms await, serviced by a bathroom.

Located on the western main hub of Mersea Island, a multitude of watersports can be enjoyed such as sailing, windsurfing, kayaking and kitesurfing, as well as fishing and crabbing opportunities aplenty. There is also bike hire available in the village, ideal for exploring the island on two wheels.

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Sleeps 2
Hot Tub
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A sweet and cosy getaway for two, this thoughtfully handcrafted shepherd’s hut makes a characterful retreat for couples seeking a peaceful hideaway in beautiful rural surroundings. Providing a great base for eager walkers, hikers and nature spotters, the hut is part of a small group of glamping properties in a quiet corner of Essex with distant views towards the Blackwater Estuary.
1-Bedroom Hot Tub Cottage in Purleigh near Chelmsford
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Making a delightful romantic retreat in idyllic surroundings, this charming shepherd’s hut is perfectly positioned for hikers, wildlife watchers and sightseers keen to discover a serene corner of the Essex landscape. Within easy reach of the Blackwater Estuary, and with the New Hall Wine Estate just around the corner, the property is ideally situated for long rural walks along St Peter’s Way.
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Attractions Near Island Retreat

While there'll be plenty to keep you entertained at Island Retreat itself, if you plan to get out and about and see some of what Essex has to offer, here are some of the nearby attractions you can enjoy during your stay. Please note that some of these activities and days out are paid and it's always a good idea to book in advance to secure your place where applicable.

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Colchester Zoo - CO3 0SL
about 6 Miles
Colchester Zoo is a fantastic place to visit with something for all the family.  Wander around and see the array of animals in excellent habitats.  Don't forget to visit the Leopards at Ussuri Falls, this new expansion can be located opposte the White Tiger Valley and the Medellin Momkeys.  Other popular areas of the zoo include Tiger Taiga, Chimp World and Wallaby Walkabout.   Look out for special events throughout the year such as Shriek Week on Halloween.  If you book tickets online you can obtain a discount of 10% and are also fast tracked on entry to the zoo - a great idea in the school holidays.
Great Notley Park - CM77 7FS
about 17 Miles
This attraction is currently under construction but we are looking forward to it opening in early 2011.  The philosophy of the Discovery Centre is 'healthy body, healthy mind, healthy planet and aims to change people's attitudes and actions towards our planet.  Educational as well as fun there are plenty of activities such as outdoor sport pitches, cycle and walking trails and indoor activity rooms.  This is a unique attraction for the whole family.
Adventure Island - SS1 2AU
about 18 Miles
Adventure Island costs nothing to enter and there is an array of rides and attractions on offer. The Big Adventure rides include the Dragon's Claw, Rage and Vortex.  For younger children there is just as much fun on offer with rides like the Cow Jump, Over the Hill and Dragon. Mini Rides include the Choo Choo Train, Crooked House and Flying Jumbos.  When you have ran out of energy you could have a wander round the gift shop and perhaps buy a souvenir of your day.