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A building with a wooden facade, large windows with shutters, and a visible door.
Living area | The Boat House at Tides Reach, Mersea Island, near Colchester
Double bedroom | The Boat House at Tides Reach, Mersea Island, near Colchester
Dining Area | The Boat House at Tides Reach, Mersea Island, near Colchester
A coastal street with a clear view of the sea, a parked car, and residential buildings.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Fishing available onsite
    A rare find — cast your line without leaving the property.

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Non smoking

Explore the area

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Mersea Island, near Colchester
  • Place, beach near Fishing lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mersea Island Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Mersea Island Vineyard
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪69 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Bedroom

2 Twin Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen

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About the neighborhood

Colchester

Located in Colchester, this cottage is on a river. Mersea Island Vineyard and Gosfield Lake Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Colchester Arts Centre and Xtreme Gaming. Colchester Natural History Museum and Tenpin Bowling Colchester are also worth visiting.
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Mersea Island, near Colchester

What's nearby

  • beach near Fishing lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mersea Island Museum - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Mersea Island Vineyard - 11 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Colchester Castle Park - 29 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Jimmy's Farm - 57 min drive - 62.4 km

Getting around

  • Colchester Town Station - 20 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Kings Head - ‬45 min drive
  • ‪Mersea Island Fish Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Dukes Seafood - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ye Olde Swan - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Mersea Island Vineyard - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Boat House at Tides Reach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Boat House at Tides Reach?

As of Nov 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Boat House at Tides Reach on Nov 16, 2026 start from $274, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Boat House at Tides Reach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Boat House at Tides Reach?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Boat House at Tides Reach located?

Situated by the ocean, this cottage is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Mersea Island Museum and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Mersea Island Vineyard. Cudmore Grove Country Park and Abberton Reservoir are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

The Boat House is just perfect in every way, so very clean and equipped.

The Boat House is just perfect in every way, so very clean and equipped. The beach is just two minutes walk away. Cannot wait to return.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very happy!

The property was scrupulously clean & was lovely.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Absolutely wonderful.

Absolutely wonderful. The cottage is home from home. Faultless. There was everything you would need, the dog had beds, blankets, bowls & treats.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice house in great location

The house was very clean, well equipped and comfortable. Lovely welcome from the propery owner. Dog friendly beach only a short walk away. Shops etc. a slightly longer walk, or a short car journey. Great place from which to explore Mersea island and the surrounding area.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
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