Beautiful period fisherman's cottage

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A residential street with houses, a white picket fence, and a blue chair in the garden.
A cozy attic bedroom with two beds, wooden beams, a window with a view, a fire extinguisher, and a small bedside table with a lamp.
A kitchen with a wooden staircase, a clock, and a radio.
A cozy living room with a brick fireplace, a television, and comfortable seating.
A kitchen with a wooden table and chairs, a clock on the wall, and a view of the garden through large windows.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Barbecue grill
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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West Mersea, England
  • Place, beach near Fishing lake
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Mersea Island Museum
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Ipswich Waterfront
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Ground floor single

1 Single Bed

Master

1 King Bed

Twin

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful period fisherman's cottage

Anchor cottage is a delightful period Grade 2 listed, three-bedroom cottage situated in the heart of The Anchorage, once known as Mersea City. It was built circa 1575, and is the largest of three terraced fishermen's cottages, nestling alongside other period buildings in The Lane, and next to a very small chapel.

It has three bedrooms, a large double, a twin room and a ground floor single bedroom. The bathroom is also on the ground floor.

A large sitting/dining room provides plenty of space for five people indoors and there is also a lovely sheltered patio, with summer house, for alfresco dining.

Please note, being a 'period' property there are some low ceilings, some with beams, some low door heights and the stairs are quite steep too.

There is a private garden with BBQ area that enjoys the sun at most times of the day.

The Lane is a popular local walk with little traffic so lots of peace and quiet.

Being only 150 metres from the water's edge it provides ideal access to the water for paddle-boarding, kayaking, crabbing and swimming. Most of the island's bars and restaurants are situated in the anchorage so it's only a short walk to find food and drink hospitality. Well behaved dogs are welcome.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 10987883
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
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

About the area

Colchester

Located in Colchester, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cudmore Grove Country Park and Abberton Reservoir, while Headgate Theatre and Hollytrees Museum are cultural highlights. Colchester Arts Centre and Xtreme Gaming are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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West Mersea, England

What's nearby

  • beach near Fishing lake - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Mersea Island Museum - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Colchester Castle Park - 29 min drive - 18.2 km
  • University of Essex - 30 min drive - 21.9 km
  • Ipswich Waterfront - 59 min drive - 63.9 km

Getting around

  • Colchester Town Station - 25 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anchor - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Ye Olde Albion - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Fox & Hounds - ‬44 min drive
  • ‪Boathouse Bar & Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Greyhound - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful period fisherman's cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful period fisherman's cottage?

As of 23 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful period fisherman's cottage on 10 April 2027 start from NZ$849, 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 for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Beautiful period fisherman's cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful period fisherman's cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful period fisherman's cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful period fisherman's cottage located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Mersea Island Museum and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Mersea Island Vineyard. Cudmore Grove Country Park and Gosfield Lake Golf Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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