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6 Guests
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3 Bedrooms
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2 Bathrooms
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Pets No
Features
- Off road parking
- Garden / Patio
- Pub/shop < 1 mile
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Seaside
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
15 Customer Reviews
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"I'll address a few of the former complaints made about this holiday home as well as say broadly I would recommend this house to others, friends and family, should they want to stay in Southend."
The shower glass downstairs is difficult to move and requires maintenance. The garden is very pleasant, full of vegetables and vegetation but still able to walk around it and enjoy the outdoor space (August). Cannot comment on dishwasher or bbq as didn't try to use them. The beds were comfortable, even the low bunk. Pillows, sheets, towels, kitchen amenities were all good, pots and pans etc all fine in good order and useable. The decor is good, not too much not too little by way of furniture etc. The blinds/curtains situation could be improved: sunlight does stream through so it's worth noting for those affected by such things. Another thing to note, while watching TV at 9pm we were asked by the immediate neighbours to be quieter as the walls are thin and all noise can be heard, so it's definitely worth noting that noises won't be appreciated.
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"It was dirty when we arrived."
We spent the first hour cleaning. The dishwasher only washed with cold water and was mouldy. Downstairs shower screen was unmovable. The cooker had dirty pan in it and didn’t work properly it took 45 minutes to grill some bacon . The garden was very overgrown and the bbq was overgrown so I couldn’t use it. Hall and landing light was constantly turning on and off day and night. House needs curtains in all the bed rooms not just the main bedroom. The house did have welcome pack of milk biscuits and croissants and fresh juice. Lots of cleaning stuff for us to clean . It was only a short walk to the front and a Lidl the other direction. We came home a day early as this was the worst sykescottage we have ever stayed in and we have been using them for nearly 10 years I will make sure I spend more time reading the reviews in future as many of my comments are old problems that other people have said.
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"New pots for cooking And dishwasher doesn’t clean And new tins for oven"
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"Do not book here and certainly do not use Sykes."
Property only superficially clean and safety issues identified. Could only stay for one day of a full weeks holiday due to concerns about health.
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"The house was very well provided, very clean and on the whole very comfortable."
As we were 4 adults needing 3 bedrooms one used the bottom bunk which was not as comfortable. It was good to have a second toilet and walk in shower but it was not a wet room as on the listing. We were advised to bring tea towel, oven gloves, and laundry detergent. So we were pleasantly surprised to find these provided as well as aprons, washing up material. So many thanks but it would be good to update listings to say these are provided.
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"A really nice stay."
We found in the house every little detail we needed. Thanks for everything,
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"The house was great, it had everything that we could need and more."
The reclining chairs were very welcome after a busy day. The double bedrooms were spacious with comfy beds. The kitchen dining room was light and so well equipped. We were thankful for the welcome pack and enjoyed picking tomatoes from the lovely garden. The location was in a quiet street and not too far from the town. We had a really good stay here.
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"Great house and garden in good location."
Garden was lovely and we loved the fresh tomatoes! Really enjoyed our stay here, however there are a few things I feel I need to raise. 1. Drinking glasses - very limited drinking glasses in the house, could definitely do with some more tumbler style. 2. Curtains are definitely needed in back and kids bedrooms. Sun was streaming in back bedroom at sunrise. 3. Hallway light - automatically clicks on and off day and night. 4. Bedsprings are very prominent on mattress on the bottom bunk in kids room. 5. Never found the rack for the bbq 6. No Sky TV as listed. 7. There was also a query before we went whether there was a hot tub which I revived mixed advice on from Sykes when I queried it as it was still on the property description, just to confirm there is no hot tub at the property. Overall had a lovely stay. Many thanks
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"Great location, welcome pack was a nice touch and a surprise."
The house was comfortable and spacious. Lots of family related items which were useful. The installation of properly fitted bedroom curtains would be valuable, blinds alone are not sufficient to block out light.
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"There was a hot tub listed in the particulars but no sign at the property."
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"A++++++ will book again"
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"Let me described it in one word (Home From Home)."
Beautiful and clean house with nice garden. Lovely environment with lots of fun ( The Beach, Adventure island, Game House).
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"Enjoyable stay, couldn't turn heating down though, especially in bedroom."
Everything else was fine though, just a pity weather wasn't.
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"The property was really much nicer than we anticipated."
The owners were very kind and friendly. I would definitely recommend to others! Thank you for a wonderful stay at 98!
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"Ninety Eight is a great place to stay - it was so nice of the host to provide 'Welcome' refreshments on our arrival."
Despite the heatwave, we had a very pleasant stay as air conditioning units were available in the bedrooms. It was lovely to enjoy the cool of the evening sitting in the beautiful garden. Everything had been thoughtfully prepared. Hope to stay at this lovely house again sometime soon. Thank you to the property owner & all involved in the upkeep of the house.
Summary
- Three bedrooms: 2 x double, 1 x bunk
- Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
- Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
- Kitchen/diner
- Utility
- Sitting room
- Gas central heating
- Electric oven, grill and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher
- TV with Sky, WiFi
- Fuel and power inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Off-road parking for 2 cars
- Enclosed rear garden with lawn, patio, furniture and barbecue
- Sorry, no pets and no smoking
- Shop 0.1 miles, pub and beach 0.3 miles
The property
Tucked away in the bustling seaside town of Southend-on-Sea is this large, semi-detached house, 98 Victoria Road.
A great base for exploring the South of England, there are plenty of amenities, attractions, and sandy beaches a stone's throw away, as well as thoughtfully appointed living areas and a large, enclosed garden.
Two off-road parking spaces welcome you on arrival to unpack and make yourself at home with ease.
Head straight to the bright kitchen/diner with seating for six to savour family dinners together.
Stock up the kitchen cupboards and rustle up home-cooked meals with the electric oven, grill and hob, microwave, and fridge/freezer.
Just next door is a handy utility with a washer and dryer to quickly clean sandy towels and bathing suits ready for another day by the sea!
When it's time to relax, sink into the sofas of the large sitting room with homely décor, a feature fireplace, and TV with Sky to catch your favourite shows.
Alternatively, step outside on summer evenings into your private, enclosed garden where the little ones can play, pick strawberries and tomatoes from the garden patch, and you can prepare tasty treats on the barbecue!
As night draws in, freshen up in the ground-floor shower room or climb the stairs for a comforting bubble bath before bed.
Two large double bedrooms offer ample storage space and beautiful, original fireplaces, alongside a bunk bedroom for two younger guests.
Explore your local surroundings in Southend-On-Sea; spend the day at Adventure Island, Sealife Adventure, or stroll along the world's longest pier for classic seaside amusements!
Southchurch Park is nearby for picnics or pack your towels, buckets and spades for Jubilee Beach lined with beachfront shops and eateries, whilst the centre is home to Southend Central Museum & Planetarium.
Just north lies idyllic countryside such as Barling Magna Wildlife Reserve and boat trips into the wetlands to visit the likes of Wallasea Island.
With excellent rail links from Southend-On-Sea, spend the day in Chelmsford for plenty of family-friendly restaurants, a leisure centre, and historic sites such as the 11th-century cathedral, and nearby manor houses for activities and tours of Boreham House and Hylands House.
Why not hop on the train and visit the historic, vibrant city of London?
The British Museum, Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, and Kensington Palace are just some of the spectacular sights on offer!
A fun-filled holiday with your loved ones awaits at 98 Victoria Road.
About the location
SOUTHEND-ON-SEA
Wallesea Island 9 miles; Chelsmford 21 miles; London 35 miles.
Southend-on-Sea has been a magnet to tourists since Georgian times and now welcomes over 6.5 million visitors every year. With 7 miles of beaches and boasting "the longest pleasure pier in the world" at 1.34mls, there is no doubt that Southend-on-Sea offers families and friends the perfect place to enjoy a more traditional seaside holiday, but with over 80 parks and 14 conservation areas to enjoy, Southend-on-Sea is so much more. During the day visitors can enjoy everything from a dip in the sea and lazing on the beaches, all types of watersports and boats trips, a visit to art galleries or museums, all finished off by afternoon tea on the pier. Southend Pier is home to The Royal Pavilion which plays host to a number of events throughout the year, including jazz and comedy festivals, plays, concerts and exhibitions and there's even a visit from Santa in December! Adventure Island is a must for all children, even the grown up ones, with more than 50 rides to choose from, making this an ideal choice to spend the day and, come the evening, visitors can stay on as Adventure Island lights up the coastline. Southend-on -Sea doesn't slumber in the evenings, it wakes up! Awarded the Purple Flag for night-time entertainment, this vibrant town offers visitors the chance to catch the stars in a top music concert or enjoy a West End musical at the Cliffs Pavilion. Be entertained at the Palace Theatre by drama, live music or maybe a comedy act. Adults can see if luck is on their side at the Rendezvous Casino or at the Genting Club, alternatively, they can relax in one of the wine bars or seafront pubs. For those who enjoy shopping, you will not be disappointed as there are many shops to browse and pick up some souvenirs of your trip. This exciting seaside town offers a wealth of activities all year through.
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute
- Christmas