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The Hide

(Ref. 1159020)

Mersea Island, Essex Show on map

About Sykes tick ratings

Our Property Experts award tick ratings to the property during the initial onboarding stage, before they are added to our website. While tick ratings vary, they are all based on the same fundamental standards.

Simple, practical, no frills.

Well presented and well run.

Good level of quality and comfort.

Excellent standard throughout.

Exceptional standard with a degree of luxury.

Sykes rating

  • 8 Guests

  • 4 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets: No

Features

  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Hot tub
  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Broadband / WiFi

Summary

  • Single-storey
  • Four bedrooms: 1 x double with TV and en-suite walk-in shower, basin, and WC, 1 x double with TV, 1 x double, 1 x adult bunk
  • Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC
  • Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area, and sitting area with woodburning stove
  • Utility
  • Electric central heating
  • Electric oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, air-conditioning
  • 5 x TVs, WiFi
  • Fuel, power, and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Private driveway with off-road parking for 3 cars
  • EV charging available
  • Large patio, BBQ, and outside heated sitting area
  • Enclosed rear garden with lawn and hot tub
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 0.9 miles, pub 0.8 miles, lake 1.1 miles, beach 1.4 miles
  • Note: Good Housekeeping Bond of £500 payable to the owner prior to arrival and returned upon positive inspection

The property

The Hide is a stunning barn conversion located on Mersea Island in Essex sitting in a unique location in the grounds of Reeves Hall.

The Hide has endless views over untouched countryside.

This single-storey property has an open-plan living space with magnificent countryside views to look at from the hot tub, making it the perfect holiday abode for a big family.

Walk in to be met by the fine living area, housing everything you need to fulfil your relaxation needs.

Settle in by the woodburning stove as it crackles away to warm you up.

Make the most of the kitchen by preparing and cooking yummy meals to enjoy together as one.

Take luxury up a level by admiring the sensational views in the garden whilst soaking in the soothing hot tub.

As night approaches pick one of the four bedrooms to make your own during your stay.

Use the main bathroom or en-suite to complete your usual routine before drifting off into a refreshing night's embrace.

Pubs are close by for a drink should you venture out with a shop a short drive away for any essentials.

Michelin star restaurant within walking distance.

Go to the West Mersea beach to have a day of sandy fun with the little ones.

Hire an electric bike to fly through The Cudmore Grove Country Park.

Then go on a tranquil walk before you find a perfect spot for a picnic.

Not too far away, Clacton-on-Sea has the largest pier in Europe, sure to send the kids into an overdrive of fun.

Hasty’s Adventure Farm has some furry friends on display as well as some pedal go-karts for a race.

Princess Theatre also has a plethora of performances to revel in should you want to view a show.

Slightly further afield Colchester has some intriguing things to do for a pleasant day out.

Amble around the Colchester Zoo to see some rare species at their enthralling best.

Take the kids to the family-oriented park Wyvernwood Park for some interactive storytelling.

End the day in Colchester by viewing the pretty Wetzlar Garden.

Book The Hidge to give the whole family something to look forward to.

Note: This property has a refundable Good Housekeeping bond of £500.

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Where you’ll be staying

MERSEA ISLAND

Colchester 9 miles; Ipswich 25 miles.

Around seven miles square, beautiful Mersea Island is one of the most easterly islands in the UK. The island enjoys an abundance of wildlife and is ideal for walkers, bird watchers and watersports lovers alike. The east of the island offers unspoiled, remote locations, filled to the brim with wildlife and home to lovely beaches, whilst the west enjoys a wide selection of shops, cafes, restaurants and watersports opportunities. The island is famous for its oysters, to be bought from huts or enjoyed in the local restaurants and is situated just nine miles from Colchester, a lovely town offering a castle, museums, a zoo, excellent sports and leisure facilities, a cinema, great shopping and good restaurants. A little further afield is Ipswich, with an excellent shopping centre and interesting places, including Christchurch Mansion, museums, galleries, and the trendy Waterfront marina with wine bars, restaurants and river boat trips. A fabulous Island, ideal for a holiday to remember.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas