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Located in the heart of St Osyth village, Wayside cottage offers a unique blend of history and charm. This 150-year-old end-of-terrace property boasts quirky features like wonky ceilings and original gate doors, while its beautiful garden invites relaxation with a charcoal BBQ and chilled wine on arrival. A continental breakfast awaits your first morning.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 52 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Wayside Cottage Vacation Home

  • Wayside cottage is an end of terrace property, which is 150 years old, located in the historic village of St Osyth. It is situated in between the village centre, where you will find all the necessary amenities, and the lake, where you will find water sport activities, scenic walks and bike rides. The cottage has been completely renovated to retain all the original quirky features of wonky ceilings, old exposed beams and original gate doors. The rooms are cosy and inviting. All of the windows are double glazed but there is an element of road noise at certain times of day that is out of our control.

    Our quaint cottage will host four guests comfortably, however we can accommodate five by adjusting the single day bed, in bedroom two, to become a double. We can supply an additional dining room chair or high chair if required.

    We will provide continental breakfast supplies, sufficient for your first morning, consisting of tea, coffee, milk, small selection of individual cereals, orange juice, bread, butter and jam.
    There is a charcoal BBQ in the outside storage for your use in the beautiful garden.

    On arrival you will find a chilled bottle of wine in the fridge to welcome you to Wayside Cottage.

    We are very dog friendly and our Hugo ( chocolate Labrador ) loves the local walks so please bring yours and enjoy the fantastic walks avalible.
    We only live a few miles up the road and can offer any advise on the local area, restaurants, dog walks, cycle rides, days out at near by local beaches, villages and of course Dedham the Constable Country etc.
    Wake boarding, kayaking and paddle-boarding is available to rent on the local lake which is only a 1 minute walk away, where you will find which not only has two wakeboard Cables with jumps but also boasts the largest water inflatable obstacle course in Essex !!

    With the St Osyth Parish boasting to be the driest area in the UK, only receiving on average 507mm of rainfall a year a Priory and a history of Witching there should be plenty to keep you entertained :)

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Free breakfast available

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Food and water bowls

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 22 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Located in Clacton-on-Sea, this cottage is next to a golf course and on a lake. Jaywick Martello Tower and Colchester Castle Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Clacton Pier and The Wheel Experience. Traveling with kids? Consider Clacton Leisure Centre and The Wyvern Maze. Kayaking and water skiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Clacton-on-Sea travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Jaywick Sands
    7 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Clacton-on-Sea Beach
    9 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Princes Theatre
    9 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Clacton Pier
    9 min drive - 7.2 km
  • St. Osyth Beach
    10 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

  • Colchester Great Bentley Station
    7 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend)
    82 min drive

Restaurants

  • Kings Arms
    9 min walk
  • Chester Camp Bar
    3 min drive
  • The Three Jays
    7 min drive
  • The Wick Lodge Bar and Restaurant
    5 min drive
  • The Creek
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wayside Cottage Vacation Home pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Wayside Cottage Vacation Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wayside Cottage Vacation Home?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Wayside Cottage Vacation Home located?

This family-friendly Clacton-on-Sea cottage is located on a lake, 3 mi (4.9 km) from Jaywick Martello Tower, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Clacton Pier and The Wheel Experience. Clacton Leisure Centre and The Wyvern Maze are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Wayside Cottage Vacation Home Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesley T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host so accommodating and friendly. The cottage is beautifully presented. Crisp clean bedding, fluffy towels, perfectly clean and thoughtful touches in every room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Susan E.

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

A perfect holiday home

This property is fantastically equipped and presented. Loved the garden. A holiday home of the highest order
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

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

Fantastic stay!

An amazing well equipped cottage. Hosts were fantastic and couldn't do enough for us. Would highly recommend for a family break with your four legged fur baby :-). Lots of lovely walks and the nearby water park was a hit with the braver members of the family. They also do great coffee and cake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

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

Cottage getaway

We had a wonderful stay at Wayside cottage. The hosts really did go above and beyond. The cottage was cosy and situated in a lovely village. It was spotless and the attention to detail was spot on. We would love to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kirsty W.

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

Lovely, peaceful getaway

This property met all our expectations and more ! It was so homely and cosy. We visited with our pup, who absolutely loved the enclosed garden. Lots of places to visit locally and many many walks had by all. Thank you 😊
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Doodle D.

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

Cute little cottage

Enjoyed our stay, cottage is welcoming and attention to detail appreciated. Very clean and everything you need is thought of. Garden is nice and well kept. Only down side is having no parking, but owner has arranged parking at nearby water park, but this was a little problematic for us. There is quite a bit of road noise as it’s on a relatively busy road, but maybe we notice it more as we live in a very rural location with no traffic and are not used to it. But would def stay again, thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

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

Cozy, Welcoming - Great Hosts

We booked last minute to get out of the bustle of the city. Suzanne and John were really thoughtful in sharing that there was unexpected roadwork outside the cottage, giving us the opportunity to find another place to stay but we decided to go ahead and are so glad that we did. The cottage is comfortable and quaint with all the amenities you need to relax. The cottage is walking distance to local cafes, restaurants, and bars. It was great for a weekend away and exactly what we needed. Definitely on our list to revisit, thanks for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Helen B.

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

Characterful cottage

Lovely cottage, super clean and everything you could imagine was provided. Kitchen was well equipped, and so was the bathroom with toiletries provided. Great that breakfast was provided too. Private garden with comfortable seating. Able to park outside for loading and unloading then moved to an off road car park just down the road. A great aqua sports centre is literally just down the road, we wished we had time for more, because there were so many activites we could have done there. The village is quite rural but great for the coast and inland too - we visited Flatford Mill in Constable Country and swam in the river Sowe.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful little cottage, hosts were amazing in their communication,very welcoming and had everything you can need to make your stay comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely little cottage. Hosts communicate well and have thought of everything to make your stay a pleasant one. Nice garden.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Kevin H.

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

Lovely clean property with a nice garden

Communication with the owners was very good and we were not disappointed with property
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Sue C.

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

Beautiful cottage by the coast, wonderful!

Wayside Cottage is lovely, beautifully decorated and so comfortable and homely, very well equipped with everything you could need for your stay. The owner has thought of everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Asmik S.

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

Mrs

Very welcoming, great place
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

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

Perfect location for quiet holiday

This cottage is perfect for a quiet getaway. It is clean and has many little extras included that you would not expect. Lovely garden which is very secure. St Osyth is a little village with some good dog walks. The hosts have thought of everything to help you have a good holiday.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

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

Essex St Osyth

Really lovely cottage , clean and well looked after . Good garden as well A short walk from the village . . Best to have a car .
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Andrea A.

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

4th - 7th March 2023

Lovely property, nice little extras (milk, bread, cereal, orange juice) Hosts very easy to get hold of. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

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

Clean, comfortable with a lovely garden

Second time we have stayed at the cottage and will be returning. Suzanne’s communication leading up to, during and afterwards has been spot on without ever intruding. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

SANDRA M.

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

Brilliant Cottage

Everything about the cottage was wonderful. Lovely extra touches such as wine in fridge along with everyday essentials - milk, bread etc. Excellent value for money with all bed linen and towels included. The robes and toiletries made it feel like a hotel stay! Nicely placed for exploring area. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Sue S.

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

Peaceful, cosy cottage

Like home from home & very comfortable. Lots of extras provided. Eg bread, milk, tea. Street parking a little difficult but owner had sorted parking arrangements with a nearby local business. Good location to explore Essex coast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

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

Great cottage

Communication from the owners is very good from the start and all way through. Very clean and comfortable. Large garden that's not overlooked. Few minutes into town.beds all comfortable. Only stayed 2 nights but still got welcome pack with wine . Can't find fault.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Jo P.

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

A perfect time away

Thank you Suzanne and John for a perfect stay. Very good pre-stay communication, directions and access to the cottage. Also for the provisions for breakfast - orange juice, tea/coffee, milk, bread and butter and a bottle of wine. We arrived on the day of the Queens funeral so this was very appreciated. The Cottage was great for us and also the secure garden for our dogs. We look forward to returning and highly recommend Thank you for a great stay Jo, Rob, Jenny and the dogs Thomas and Harvey
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Lindsey T.

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

Fantastic cottage

Had a lovely stay here for 2 nights despite the awful weather. The cottage was clean, homely and everything you need. Right down to brand new toothbrushes. Communication with the owners was fantastic. Only downfall for me was the noise of passing traffic. Although not terribly busy was still quite loud even of a night, I am a very light sleeper though Beautiful walks and short distance to beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Clive G.

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

Cosy cottage

Very pleasant and comfortable long weekend stay. Suzanne & John made us feel very much at home, meeting all our needs and very easy to contact. The cottage was clean, comfortable and well equipped, including a decent sized and well maintained garden. The 'goodies' there on our arrival were well appreciated. As stated in the listing, the road is fairly heavily used but the noise was not intrusive and S&J have arranged for very suitable nearby parking. We are already looking to return
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

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

Outstanding Cottage

This cottage was perfect. It was very clean. All the little extras that are included are very much appreciated and there was much more than we expected, even dog towels to dry your pet in case you don't have any. St Osyth is a lovely village, very peaceful and we found some good dog walks and is only a short drive to Clacton and Colchester. The garden is very secure as our dog is only little but there was nowhere for him to get out. The owners were very helpful and we hope to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

David A.

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

Idyllic vacation in my favorite town

Our stay at the beautiful Wayside Cottage could not have been enjoyable. We spent two weeks there summer '22 after having to cancel in spring '20... and the wait was more than worth it! The owners were wonderful throughout and the property more than lives up to its online billing - compact (to be expected) and a treasure of a place with the amount of room, comfort, and obvious care inside. The location is great for all the family - idyllic St Osyth and its surroundings, the quayside next door, and the watersports down the hill - we had many great hours at all of these places this trip. Perfect, thank you!
Stayed 15 nights in Jun 2022