Navigation Cottage - Elegant luxury in a beautiful cottage beside a historic Sea Lock, Nature Reserv

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A conservatory with a round table, white chairs, and a wicker chair.
A wooden staircase with a white railing leading to an upper floor. A wooden chair and a table with a lamp and a plant are positioned near a door on the lower floor.
A cozy living room with a brick fireplace, a comfortable armchair, and a flat-screen TV.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and an oven.
A house with a sloped roof and a chimney, surrounded by tall grass and trees.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Barbecue grill
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Maldon, Essex
  • Place, Mill Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Five Lakes Resort
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Colchester Castle Park
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom #1

1 King Bed

Bedroom #2

1 King Bed

Bedroom #3

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom #1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom #2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Maldon

Located in Maldon, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. Bond Street and Freeport Outlet Village are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Blackwater Rail Trail Country Park and Danbury Country Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Blackwater Leisure Centre and Beeleigh Abbey Gardens. Power boating and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cycling nearby.
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Maldon, Essex

What's nearby

  • Mill Beach - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Warren Golf Club - 16 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Five Lakes Resort - 18 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Colchester Castle Park - 41 min drive - 35.1 km
  • Jimmy's Farm - 57 min drive - 71.0 km

Getting around

  • Wickford Hatfield Peverel Station - 19 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪UK Fish Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Heybridge Tandoori - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Borough Arms - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Queens Head - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Navigation Cottage - Elegant luxury in a beautiful cottage beside a historic Sea Lock, Nature Reserv pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Navigation Cottage - Elegant luxury in a beautiful cottage beside a historic Sea Lock, Nature Reserv?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Navigation Cottage - Elegant luxury in a beautiful cottage beside a historic Sea Lock, Nature Reserv?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Navigation Cottage - Elegant luxury in a beautiful cottage beside a historic Sea Lock, Nature Reserv?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Navigation Cottage - Elegant luxury in a beautiful cottage beside a historic Sea Lock, Nature Reserv located?

This family-friendly Maldon cottage is located by the ocean, within 3 mi (5 km) of Mill Beach, Beeleigh Abbey Gardens and Blackwater Leisure Centre. Maldon Combined Military Services Museum and Thomas Plume's Library are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

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

beautiful Location

Excellent hosts with great communication. Beautiful location and very sweet cottage
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing place to stay

Very peaceful and relaxing stay. House well equipped and comfortable. Garden area very nice (could do with some new garden chairs)Easy access to Maldon and surrounding area s
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2025
Hi Susan, I am so glad you enjoyed Navigation Cottage and have passed your comments onto the owners. We hope you have the chance to visit again. Best wishes. Mark and The Grove Cottages team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very reachable and easy to communicate with. Sitting in the living room with the log fire burning bright was just lovely. Beds very comfortable and kitchen has plenty everything you would need. All in all very excellent stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Nov 2025
Hi Fiona Thank you for your lovely review, the owners will be thrilled. I hope you find the time to visit us again Best wishes Mark and The Grove Cottages team.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Shower wasn't very reliable at timesVery pleasant viewThe cottage was comfortable Having meals in the conservatory was very pleasant quite often saw rabbits in the garden when having our meals
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug 2025
Hi Ian Thank you for your kind review, we had no idea there was an issue with the shower but of course will look into it right away now. We are always available to sort out any issues in the cottage as we wish our guests to have the best experience posssible. We hope you find the time to return and we look forward to welcoming you again. Best wishes Mark and The Grove Cottages team.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Lovely house and lovely stay. Marked down the checkin process as unfortunately the owner forgot to leave the keys where agreed. Had to call them and to arrange spare set. But appart from that lovely cottage in a great area
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Dec 2025
Hi Roger, Thank you for your kind review, we will take into acount your comment and see how we can make sure there is a back up if the cleaner forgets to leave the keys. Kind Regards Mark and The Grove Cottages team.
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