Sleeps: 6
Pets Allowed: No
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Close to the sea with amazing views of the river estuaries of the Colne and Blackwater plus the vineyard, both The Hop Loft and Vine Cottage offer holiday accommodation in beautiful, peaceful, unique surroundings. Situated in the heart of the 11 acre working vineyard there is still opportunity to see and hear wildlife and birds around you. Mersea Island, famous for its oysters, is reached by a tidal causeway (this only usually floods for a short time on spring/high tides). It is an unspoilt area, a place set back in time, ideal for bird watching, walking or sailing. Try Cudmore Grove Country Park which has access to the beach. Mersea has several friendly local places to eat, including the well known Company Shed and, conveniently placed on the Vineyard, the Courtyard Café which serves light lunches and scrumptious homemade cakes. Should you wish to explore further a field, Colchester is approximately 9 miles to the East; here you will find a Norman castle, museum, zoo and a varied selection of shops and restaurants. A further short drive away is Beth Chatto’s gardens, Dedham Vale, Constable Country and picturesque Maldon with its riverside promenade._All on first floor: Living/dining room/kitchen. 3 twin bedrooms, each with en-suite shower room and toilet._Elec by £1 meter. Gas CH, elec, bed linen and towels inc. Stereo/CD. Elec cooker. M/wave. Shared laundry room with coin operated w/machine and t/dryer. D/washer. Shared courtyard. Ample parking. No smoking please.....