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01787 211115 Award Winning Cottages in Suffolk UK
Self Catering Holiday Accommodation
Great walks and interesting seafood restaurants.
Bromans Barn is an elegant mix of ecological build and sympathetic historical renovation, this romantic cottage is right beside Mersea Islands wonderful Cudmore Nature reserve.
| Location of the cottage: | Mersea Island |
| Number of bedrooms: | 1 |
| Sleeps: | 2 |
| Children / Babies: | No / 1 Baby, No Children |
| Arrival days (changeover): | Sunday, Monday, Friday |
| Pets: | 2 (Up to 2 large dogs, NO CATS) |
Gallery
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The Strood - seperating Mersey Island from the mainland -
Open plan cottage -
Lovely Sitting Room with log burner and Suffolk brick floor -
Comfy sofa to relax in. -
Cosy Bedroom -
Easily accessible rooms -
A bright fully equipped kitchen -
Lovely antique furniture and Suffolk White brick floor -
Cosy double bedroom -
A quiet retreat beside a Nature Reserve and the sea -
Wet room bathroom -
Bromans Barn a very eco renovation of an lovely old barn -
There is a pretty pond to enjoy -
Bromans Barn -
Bromans Barn -
The coast is just a stroll through the Nature Reserve away and you can catch the little ferry to Brightlingsea
Description
Checklist:
Barbeque
Bath- Bed Linen Provided
- Bikes Provided
- Cats Accepted
- CD Player
- Central Heating
- Clothes Airer or Washing Line
- Clothes Dryer
- Clothes Washer
- Cooker and Hob
- Cottages that accept Pets
- Courtyard
- Dishwasher
- DVD Player
- Flame Effect Fire
- Freezer-compartment
- Fridge
- Garden
- Garden - Enclosed
- Ground Floor Bath
- Ground Floor Bedroom
- Ground Floor Shower
- Ground Floor Toilet
- High Chair Provided
- Internet Access
- Iron and Board
- King Size Bed
- Microwave
- Off Road Parking
- Open Fire
- Shepherds Hut
- Shower, over Bath
- Shower, Walk In
- Single Storey
- Television
- Towels Provided
- Travel Cot Provided
- Village
- Wifi
- Wood Burner
Bromans Barn is self catering cottage with an elegant mix of ecological build and sympathetic historical renovation, this romantic cottage is right beside Mersea Islands wonderful Cudmore Nature reserve.
This is an excellent place to enjoy the rich wildlife of Mersea Island from the comfort of a beautiful Barn conversion on a lovely old farm; it is just a short stroll through the adjacent Nature Reserve to the beach - here you can really exhaust a dog and enjoy the beauty of the salt marshes where seals bask and you become very aware of the ever changing light relationship between sky, marsh and sea.
Bromans Barn itself is very eco friendly with sheep's wool insulation and ground heat source pump supplying hot water and under floor heating - it also has its own organic vegetable and herb beds for guests to freely use.
As from April 22nd The Brightlingsea Ferry starts and a trip there from Mersea Island is rather fun, with lovely fish and chips there too. Information about this is provided in the Cottage.
As with all the cottages everything is supplied to provide you with a stress free and enjoyable stay, including bedding, linen, towels, basic supplies, a lovely breakfast welcome basket, maps and bikes for you to explore the area, you can even bring your own dinghy, windsurf or kayak !
This is a very creative conversion of an old Barn, and although impressively spacious is also very cosy and relaxing, the sun streams in through the many windows and in the evenings there is a lovely cosy log wood burner to enjoy.
As Bromans Barn is all on the ground floor and has a very large 'wet room' bathroom it is it also ideal for guests who have limited mobility problems, please call us to discuss this further.
What you see of the main room does change a little bit in different photos as more lovely items like the handbuilt 'Settle' and dining table have been added since the initial photoshoot.
There is also a dishwasher and fridge in the kitchen. A cot and high chair is available and there are bikes to explore the lovely countryside which starts just 50 yards away.
Mersea Island is well known for its oyster beds and wonderful harbourside restaurants like 'The Company Shed', if you decide to check this one out remember to get there at leaste an hour before luchtime and bring your own bread, butter and bottle of wine: you'll see why and you will definitley not be dissapointed
Bromans will suit guests who enjoy a good walk and some interesting seafood restaurants
Well behaved Dogs are always welcome, please refer to this web page All About Bringing Pets for charges and how this cottage may suit your pet.
While you are staying with us why not have a special
treat and go Sailing for the day.
Click for days out sailing
Standard Inclusive Features
All prices include vat and everything written below.
Kitchen: all cottages are complete little homes and facilities include modern central heating, refrigerator, hobs, oven and / or microwave, toaster, crockery & serving dishes, cutlery, many utensils, fire-extinguisher, lots of pots & pans, glasses & mugs, kettle, coffee maker, teapot, kitchen towels, oven gloves, olive oil & vinegar, salt & pepper, sugar, herbs, tea, fresh and instant coffee, washing up liquid, cloths, general cleaning materials, etc.
"Welcome Pack": Contains all the freshest ingredients for a 'Proper English breakfast': eggs, bacon, butter, some tomatoes, fruit, a lemon, a litre of milk and a loaf of fresh local bread.
Bathroom: soap, fluffy cotton towels, bath mats, shaver point, toilet brush, toilet roll.
Bedroom: cotton bed linen, wardrobe with coat hangers / chest of drawers, iron, ironing board, hairdryer.
Living room: If your cottage has an open fire or stove then a basket with firewood and a bucket with coal will be provided free and more will be available at cost and there will be firelighters provided, TV, DVD's, stereo CD system, CD's selection, books, games, magazines, local brochures, OS and other maps, folder with our special 'What To Do' insiders guide to the local area.
Bikes for adults and children.
Baby cot and high chair provided in cottages accepting babies (please bring babies bedding).
Water bowl and treat per dog is provided in cottages accepting pets.
Map
What did the guests say:
Friday, 10th of May, 2013, Tracy, Matt & Dexter:
Beautiful cottage- perfect location within walking distance to a nature reserve that leads down to a lovely beach. Perfect for couples and dogs. There were fresh flowers awaiting our arrival, fresh milk. bread, butter, eggs, fruit and bacon....absolutely perfect. Ru was lovely and stopped by to welcome us and give us some tips on places to visit and walks to take. There are some lovely places to visit. The Coast Inn ( restaurant ) in West Mersea was fab. We had a lovely chilled out week and will definitely recommend to friends and family
Friday, 5th of April, 2013, Roz & John:
Jo and Ru have been perfect hosts (especially as the have only just moved it themselves!) and made our break a real “home from home” with a high level of care. As soon as we walked into The Barn – the welcoming sound of Classical music, 2 vases of daffodils and a little basket of Easter eggs. These little touches are so important and much appreciated. This is the perfect get away from it all, but NOT cut off! Shops within driving distance, superb walks from the farm.
Monday, 11th of March, 2013, Martin:
Lovely warm, comfy cosy barn. A beautifully done conversion.
Sunday, 17th of February, 2013, Arne & Astrid:
Super cosy barn, 5 min walk to the beach, relaxing and quite. Best way to escape from London
Sunday, 10th of February, 2013, Nigel:
A delightful rustic cottage. Very quiet, relaxing, away from it all setting
Sunday, 3rd of February, 2013, John:
From the moment we arrived Bromans Barn welcomed us with character and warmth. Despite being - early February and bitterly cold it was always a pleasure to the warmth and peace of Bromans Barn
Tuesday, 29th of January, 2013, Georgie & Chris:
Lovely barn conversion, we used the log fire constantly. The hosts very friendly. We really enjoyed the walks by the sea “being on the doorstep”
Sunday, 27th of January, 2013, Thomas:
Amazing barn, amazing location! Best sleep in a long time.
Beautiful cottage- perfect location within walking distance to a nature reserve that leads down to a lovely beach. Perfect for couples and dogs. There were fresh flowers awaiting our arrival, fresh milk. bread, butter, eggs, fruit and bacon....absolutely perfect. Ru was lovely and stopped by to welcome us and give us some tips on places to visit and walks to take. There are some lovely places to visit. The Coast Inn ( restaurant ) in West Mersea was fab. We had a lovely chilled out week and will definitely recommend to friends and family
Friday, 5th of April, 2013, Roz & John:
Jo and Ru have been perfect hosts (especially as the have only just moved it themselves!) and made our break a real “home from home” with a high level of care. As soon as we walked into The Barn – the welcoming sound of Classical music, 2 vases of daffodils and a little basket of Easter eggs. These little touches are so important and much appreciated. This is the perfect get away from it all, but NOT cut off! Shops within driving distance, superb walks from the farm.
Monday, 11th of March, 2013, Martin:
Lovely warm, comfy cosy barn. A beautifully done conversion.
Sunday, 17th of February, 2013, Arne & Astrid:
Super cosy barn, 5 min walk to the beach, relaxing and quite. Best way to escape from London
Sunday, 10th of February, 2013, Nigel:
A delightful rustic cottage. Very quiet, relaxing, away from it all setting
Sunday, 3rd of February, 2013, John:
From the moment we arrived Bromans Barn welcomed us with character and warmth. Despite being - early February and bitterly cold it was always a pleasure to the warmth and peace of Bromans Barn
Tuesday, 29th of January, 2013, Georgie & Chris:
Lovely barn conversion, we used the log fire constantly. The hosts very friendly. We really enjoyed the walks by the sea “being on the doorstep”
Sunday, 27th of January, 2013, Thomas:
Amazing barn, amazing location! Best sleep in a long time.
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Saturday, 19th of January, 2013, Sue:
Despite the extreme weather for the weekend, the cottage was warm and welcoming.
Monday, 7th of January, 2013, Carol:
Peace and an opportunity to recharge and reflect following a mad year. Beautiful surroundings and wild life – a walkers paradise.
Friday, 4th of January, 2013, Nick:
A great place to escape to at New Year!
Friday, 21st of December, 2012, Robert:
We found the barn very comfortable and relaxing. Despite the rain our holiday was smashing!
Friday, 30th of November, 2012, Louise:
Cosy, romantic and lovely bacon and eggs!
Monday, 26th of November, 2012, Arezoo & Joseph:
Splendid and relaxing weekend, right next door to the beautiful country park and wild beaches.
Monday, 5th of November, 2012, Roy & Sue:
Wonderful place, wonderful time, great host. Hope to return
Friday, 2nd of November, 2012, Pat&Bunty:
We enjoyed every minutes and recharged our batteries.
Friday, 26th of October, 2012, Helen:
Thoroughly enjoyable stay. Peace and tranquillity very much appreciated.
Friday, 19th of October, 2012, Sue:
The area and cottage is an ideal "doggy heaven".
Thursday, 18th of October, 2012, Chris&Tony:
The barn was beautiful very cosy and well furnished we had a really brilliant week with lots of walks thank you
Monday, 1st of October, 2012, Jack:
Wonderful area for walking, bird watching ad sea food. Very peaceful
Friday, 28th of September, 2012, Roger:
Lovely little cottage, very helpful hosts
Monday, 17th of September, 2012, Maureen&Patrick:
Nice quiet place to stay - dog loved Laving his own field to run around!! Local for both park and beach just right for a short break!
Friday, 7th of September, 2012, Cann:
A beautiful barn conversion in an idyllic setting on interesting island with great character.
Friday, 31st of August, 2012, Richar&Sonia:
Cosy, idyllic and well situated barn!! Wonderful!! Also perfect place for dogs!
Friday, 24th of August, 2012, Caroline&Len:
Lovely, lazy and very relaxing stay. Enjoyed bring in the countryside and excellent walks/swim for our little dog
Tuesday, 21st of August, 2012, Paul&Mary:
Lovely tranquil spot with a gentle stroll to nature reserve and beach. Perfect especially for our dog Bailey who had a great time - as did we!
Saturday, 4th of August, 2012, Janet&Peto:
Bromans Barn was just perfect
Sunday, 29th of July, 2012, Deborah&Ian:
A beautiful cottage to escape from the busy lives. Perfect get away location.
Friday, 27th of July, 2012, Dennis&Rose:
A very restful place to stay
Friday, 13th of July, 2012, Keith :
Excellent location walking from the door, but also plenty to see
Monday, 11th of June, 2012, Jack:
Lovely place, beautiful surroundings a walk and all very welcoming
Friday, 1st of June, 2012, Marion&John:
Lovely, comfortable barn. Mersea Island is a lovely place to explore and we were really pleased and surprised at how lovely it is. We also visited Frinton and Clacton, which is again very interesting place to visit.
Friday, 25th of May, 2012, Anthea:
Perfect weekend spend away quiet cosy comfortable. Everything we wanted in a beautiful little barn.
Monday, 21st of May, 2012, Tim:
Lovely Barn in a beautiful location
Monday, 14th of May, 2012, Helen:
Another fantastic short break at Bromans – lovely barn, delight hosts. Perfect coastline for walking dogs – they too had a wonderful time.
Monday, 14th of May, 2012, Sue:
Gabriel’s place is a truly wonderful cottage in a very friendly village. A very relaxing break from normal busy lives
Thursday, 19th of April, 2012, Paul&Sonja:
One of the loveliest cottages we have stayed in. Martin was ever so helpful and we had a wonderful break from “the grind”.
Sunday, 15th of April, 2012, Wendy:
A great place for your dog to have a holiday!
Thursday, 12th of April, 2012, Liz:
A lovely cottage to stay at with a dog. Very cosy and lots of walks
Thursday, 12th of April, 2012, Eamonn:
Really enjoyed the cottage and local area. Very good for walking, cycling and eating!
Wednesday, 4th of April, 2012, Emma:
Fantastic welcome – the personal touch was most appreciated. The cottage is great and every need is catered for. It was a truly special weekend. Thank you
Friday, 30th of March, 2012, Sue & Ali:
Beautiful cottage as before, with the added bonus of glorious wall to wall sunshine in March. Courtyard garden now enclosed, which is a bonus with the dogs.
Monday, 19th of March, 2012, Debbie & Chris:
Lovely cosy barn. Great walks with the dogs
Monday, 19th of March, 2012, Mandy & Giuseppe:
Excellent place for refreshing coastal walks and bird watching.
Friday, 9th of March, 2012, Mike & Helen:
Fantastic location, very comfortable accommodation. Wonderful walks and bird life. Great seafood !
Sunday, 26th of February, 2012, Sarah:
Loved the home-made bread and the cosy fire and the great walks !!
Friday, 24th of February, 2012, Carole & Paul:
A very pleasant little cottage, beautifully made from a barn, with coastal walks and bird life a few minutes walk from your doors.
Friday, 17th of February, 2012, Amy & Mark:
Bromans Barn is the perfect place to relax and rejuvenate in this cosy barn. The beach and nature reserve is just ideal for dog walks.
Wednesday, 15th of February, 2012, Jon & Kate:
If you like the sound of owls in the early evening- peace tranquillity and calm, this is the place for you. Cottage superb, extremely cosy and inviting. Thank You.
Monday, 30th of January, 2012, Susie & Ben:
This is the 2nd time we have stayed in one of The Grove Cottage and again it has been delightful. Real log fires, immaculate and beautifully decorated. We will definitely come back
Friday, 20th of January, 2012, Mike and Christine:
Lovely cottage for two with dog walking from the door -coast 4 minutes.
Sunday, 15th of January, 2012, Susan and Sean:
After an enjoyable walk with our dog it was great to come back to the Barn and cuddle up in front of the wood burner and enjoy a glass of local wine.
Thursday, 12th of January, 2012, Rebecca and John:
Wonderful stay, a real 'get away from it all' break.
Tuesday, 27th of December, 2011, Carole:
We needed a relaxing Christmas and that is exactly what happened. Only problem was leaving.
Friday, 23rd of December, 2011, John:
Thank you for a wonderful stay in your beautiful barn. We had such a cosy and relaxed time here. A perfect December day without a cloud in the sky to explore the entire coastline of Mersea
Monday, 5th of December, 2011, Nicola & Mitch:
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Bromans Barn. It will always be memorable to us as we got engaged at the barn - our young daughter and 2 border terriers also enjoyed their stay.
Saturday, 3rd of December, 2011, Jeremy and Sally:
A really cosy barn in a wonderful location, perfect for long walks on the beach before heading back to the cottage to doze on the rocking chair in front of the fire.
Sunday, 27th of November, 2011, Lydia and Simon:
An idyllic, fairytale cottage. Escapism at its best.
Friday, 18th of November, 2011, Alan and Gill:
We came for the well documented seafood and discovered a cosy hideaway on a delightful island! Thank you.
Friday, 18th of November, 2011, Christopher:
Beautiful tranquil location. Perfect cottage for a romantic weekend away with world class seafood thrown in!
Monday, 14th of November, 2011, Jill and Ben:
Beautiful accommodation, lovely setting. Fantastic food on the island. Highly recommend the Company Shed.
Friday, 21st of October, 2011, Jean:
A cosy peaceful retreat very close to the wonderful Cudmore Nature Reserve. Consequently we had lots of great walks for our dog Red. Martin was a gracious and informative host.
Friday, 7th of October, 2011, Tim and Lindy:
A lovely, comfy barn conversion in a peaceful landscape at the junction of land sea and sky, with plenty of good walks and great seafood nearby - A little gem.
Friday, 7th of October, 2011, Tim and Lindy:
A lovely, comfy barn conversion in a peaceful landscape at the junction of land sea and sky, with plenty of good walks and great seafood nearby - A little gem.
Monday, 3rd of October, 2011, Janice:
A lovely welcome to a wonderful barn in a superb position for walkers next to the nature reserve and the sea. Fabulous !
Friday, 23rd of September, 2011, Mary and Austin:
A very warm welcome from Martin and a little oasis of calm and quietness. A time of relaxation we needed!!
Sunday, 18th of September, 2011, Abby:
The most beautiful barn, renovated to the highest standard, in the most tranquil setting. The perfect place to enjoy the fabulous local oysters!!
Friday, 9th of September, 2011, Lionel:
Very cosy cottage with very welcoming arrangements and feeling. Great location and lovely walks. Definitely intend to return.
Sunday, 4th of September, 2011, Nigel and Deborah:
This is a special place. An experience not to be forgotten, helped by hosts and treats of the house. Ideal location for cycling to the beach. A lovely welcome.
Friday, 2nd of September, 2011, Nigel:
We had an enjoyable relaxing stay in very tranquil surroundings. Great walks and lovely accomodation
Friday, 19th of August, 2011, Sarah:
The perfect place to escape for a few days and from which to discover the delights of Mersea Island
Monday, 15th of August, 2011, Frances:
Excellent information on local area. We had a very relaxing time and will definitely visit again.
Friday, 12th of August, 2011, Geoff & Helen:
Excellent peace & tranquility. A good base for exploring local countryside and places of interest.
Thursday, 11th of August, 2011, Sandra:
Lovely cosy cottage in a superb location. Lots to see and do from your doorstep. Pleasant and helpful hosts. Enjoyed having the use of the bicycles.
Thursday, 4th of August, 2011, Janet:
A delightful barn. Good weather and a relaxing time.
Friday, 29th of July, 2011, Jim & Brenda:
An idyllic setting. A vert relaxing introduction to the joys of Mersea. Our hosts could not have been kinder.
Friday, 29th of July, 2011, Andy:
Excellent spot. Very quiet, Great walking and excellent fish !!
Monday, 18th of July, 2011, Barry:
Despite the rain we had a lovely relaxing break.
Monday, 4th of July, 2011, Katie:
Fantastic location, barn beautiful, great for dogs.
Monday, 27th of June, 2011, Michael:
Lovely area for walks, especially if you have dogs who like to swim!!
Friday, 17th of June, 2011, Mike and Wendy:
It really was a place to wind down and the local country park with its flora and bird life was a real bonus.
Friday, 10th of June, 2011, Roger and Pat:
Perfect for a peaceful getaway from the noise of the city.
Friday, 3rd of June, 2011, Carol and Idris:
An enchanting cottage offering a warm, cosy welcome, full of character, for any time of year. Wonderful !!
Thursday, 26th of May, 2011, Brian:
Bromans Barn is comfy, relaxing and quiet. For the country lover - walker and dog owner it is ideally situated and safe, but it is also well situated to visit many interesting places in this area.
Sunday, 22nd of May, 2011, Rachel and Alan:
Fabulous peace and quiet, pure escapism from everyday life. We have been spoilt for choice in terms of places to visit, walks to explore and places to eat out. We highly recommend Bromans Barn.
Friday, 13th of May, 2011, Sue and John:
As seasoned cottage renters we were pleasantly surprised at the quality of the cottage, the welcome and the ambiance. Truly a romantic and relaxing experience.
Friday, 13th of May, 2011, Helen:
Bromans Barn is perfect - very comfortable, the owners are delightful and if you're looking for somewhere to take a dog on a beach holiday it can't be beaten. My spaniel had a splendid time charging round the virtually deserted coastline round here and we were all made to feel most welcome - highly recommended!
Monday, 9th of May, 2011, Tim and Sue:
A lovely barn, very comfy, great walks, our dog loved his holiday.
Friday, 29th of April, 2011, Nick and Sarah:
Perfect peace and tranquillity with walks on the doorstep.
Friday, 22nd of April, 2011, Karen and Richard:
Even the weather performed! It was the hottest Easter ever! Fantastic cottage, great kayaking and fabulous fish/seafood - eat in or take away from the Company Shed.
Sunday, 17th of April, 2011, Ellis and Shirley:
Very comfortable 'Barn'. Delicious sea food. Excellent birds and wildlife generally. We saw Avocet, Marsh Harrier, Spoonbill, Nightingale and Adders.
Monday, 11th of April, 2011, Lisa:
Beautiful location, peaceful and charming cottage. Excellent base to explore Mersea Island. Really didn't want to leave!
Monday, 4th of April, 2011, Sarah:
We had a lovely time here. It was so quiet and the patio a nice surprise and complete sun trap!
Monday, 28th of March, 2011, Chris and Rosemarie:
Very nice. Cosy and in a good location for walking around the coastal path.
Sunday, 20th of March, 2011, Claire and Miles:
Had lovely stay! Owners were very welcoming with roaring fire prepared for our arrival. Barn was really quiet and therefore very relaxing.
Monday, 14th of March, 2011, Kevin:
Lovely barn in a very peaceful setting. Well positioned for man different walks recommend the Victory for a drink and lunch.
Sunday, 6th of March, 2011, Christine and Vadim:
Bromans Barn is the perfect spot for a weekend away from London. We had local white wine and local seafood, a lovely place to stay, what else can we ask for?
Friday, 25th of February, 2011, Mary:
Excellent location for dog walks along the estuary. Owners of Bromans Barn make visitors feel relaxed. The barn is a lovely cosy place to stay.
Sunday, 30th of January, 2011, Steve and Wendy:
Fantastic stay, lovely peaceful location and superb barn. Thanks for the 'welcome basket' lovely bread and eggs and bacon!
Friday, 28th of January, 2011, Jeannette and Mac:
Superb location, quiet but not far from all amenities. The woodburner made the barn a cosy retreat on cold days.
Wednesday, 19th of January, 2011, Edward and Joy:
Delightful cottage, ideal for a quiet break. Well worth a stay.
Friday, 7th of January, 2011, Pascal:
This is our second visit to Bromans Barn for us it s a real treat away from all the hustle and bustle of normal life, the cottage and the owners made us feel so welcome.
Monday, 27th of December, 2010, Joe and Maya:
I am not easy to please, however have no complaints here. The barn is beautiful with all you need to escape the rest of the world. The surrounding area is wonderful and the host quite lovely. The area is great for dogs.
Thursday, 16th of December, 2010, James and Lydia:
Warm and toasty even when snowing outside(-7) A charming hideaway - great escape from the city! Beautifully Christmassy!
Monday, 13th of December, 2010, Ally and Stefan:
Had an amazing, relaxing, romantic weekend away. Thank you.
Friday, 12th of November, 2010, Wayne:
Excellent accommodation, location, everything was superb. Our Spaniel was in seventh heaven in the walks that we took, we loved it too. Would recommend to anyone who loves walking and fresh air and romantic accommodation!!
Sunday, 31st of October, 2010, Gill:
Just what we needed - a real 'get away from it all' weekend - peaceful setting and beautiful barn that met all our requirements. Thoroughly recommend it!
Friday, 29th of October, 2010, Rachel and Paul:
Even better than imagined. A peaceful and relaxing stay.
Sunday, 17th of October, 2010, Matthew and Marie-Claire:
Far exceeded expectations - Even from the website. A fabulous stay.
Saturday, 9th of October, 2010, Kate & Liam:
Excellent, real cosy accomodation within a few minutes of the beautiful, epic coastline of Mersea Island. If you want seclusion, this is it !!
Thursday, 7th of October, 2010, Andrew & Abigail:
What a beautiful barn. We wish we could take it back with us !
Monday, 27th of September, 2010, Sue & Steve:
A lovely barn conversion. Warm & Cosy. Welcome basket was great and Ruth & Martin were very welcoming. Our stay has been all we thought it would be.
Friday, 17th of September, 2010, Thelma:
A lovely barn conversion, great hosts and a beautiful area. Would love to come again.
Friday, 17th of September, 2010, Lynn & Colin:
Cosy stay in a lovely rural/coastal setting
Monday, 6th of September, 2010, Derek and Crystal:
Everything was as expected. A very warm welcome, a nice welcome basket and a lovely peaceful break with plenty of 'easy walks' and everything for the nature lover.
Friday, 3rd of September, 2010, Gary:
Excellent. Look forward to a return visit.
Friday, 20th of August, 2010, Katrina:
Relaxing short break with great walks.
Monday, 16th of August, 2010, Joanna:
Bromans Barn is a really lovely barn conversion superbly located for long coastal walks. Perfectly dog friendly.
Friday, 6th of August, 2010, Horst and Anuschka:
It is such a calm, quiet and relaxing location, that can be recommended to anybody, who loves nature and remoteness.
Sunday, 25th of July, 2010, Mary and Claire:
We have stayed in a lot of self-catering properties and really appreciated those extra special touches of free bike use and the welcome breakfast basket. The personal welcome from Martin was lovely and we're only sorry that we could only stay for 2 nights in such a beautiful area.
Friday, 23rd of July, 2010, Hedley and Jane:
The barn is in a wonderful position with easy access to the country park, the coast and well marked local walks. A great retreat.
Sunday, 11th of July, 2010, Nick:
Delightful barn conversion, great location. We had a perfect weekend, the barn was lovingly decorated together with the use of bikes and great host made it an ideal weekend! Thank you!
Friday, 2nd of July, 2010, Karen and Brendan:
We have had a great 4 day break. Lovely walks/runs/cycles! Friendly welcoming hosts. Wildlife aplenty, especially birds. The birdsong is beautiful. Great fish@ The Company Shed. Lovely little suntrap of a garden. Would love to come back in winter to try the log burner.
Monday, 28th of June, 2010, Laurie and jason:
A perfect hideaway. Bromans Barn is a wonderful place to spend the weekend - we had almost as much fun as the dog did!! Thank you.
Friday, 25th of June, 2010, Margaretha:
Lovely cottage in a lovely setting - great walks and views.
Sunday, 13th of June, 2010, Cath and Giles:
A lovely cottage and a really relaxing holiday. Even though we only stayed two nights this has been a fantastic break. The cottage is beautiful and it's great to be so close to the nature reserve and the sea. Highly recommended!!
Sunday, 6th of June, 2010, Briony:
A wonderful relaxing week, another cosy cottage, lots of birds and wildlife - dogs enjoyed the country park and sea!
Sunday, 30th of May, 2010, Nick:
A beautiful and romantic place to stay with plenty of lovely walks on the doorstep. The sea is never far away.
Friday, 28th of May, 2010, Philip:
This is our second stay at one of 'Grove Cottages' and it will not be our last!!! We have been so delighted by each cottage - even more than the website describes!
Monday, 17th of May, 2010, Gill:
Peaceful and relaxing stay, wonderful walks nearby, excellent food and beer at the whalebone.
Friday, 7th of May, 2010, Helen and Jack:
We have had a truely wonderful and relaxing stay, the cottage is perfect in every way. Highly recommended lunch at the company shed and a trip out to Deadham.
Friday, 30th of April, 2010, Steve:
Mersea Island was great fun to explore. Lottie the Beagle loved the beach and was desperate to get into the thick brown mud!
Friday, 16th of April, 2010, Maureen and Doug:
A thoroughly enjoyable week with good weather, a fantastic host in Martin who saw to our every need in the absence of Ruth. The cottage is everything we expected having enjoyed a week in Cobblers Cottage last Spring. The overall attention to detail leaves nothing to chance and we will use Grove Cottages again - may even be back here next year.
Thursday, 15th of April, 2010, Sally:
A lovely peaceful place in the country to get away from it all. Lovely walks and sea close by. Our dog especially enjoyed it.
Friday, 9th of April, 2010, Charlotte:
Enchanting barn conversion. Lovely private front garden which is a great sun trap. Lovely to enjoy tea/coffee/read in the sun. Fantastic bird-life and spent a lot of time with doors open, listening to them sing. Cudmore park literally two minutes from barn, which I walked in everyday with pooches. Lovely beach close by-good for shell collecting - beautiful in the evening if you can avoid the flies!!
Sunday, 4th of April, 2010, Kevin and Tina:
Lovely barn, lovely location, lovely hosts, lovely weekend ! Thank you x
Friday, 2nd of April, 2010, Helen:
We received a very warm welcome. A great place to get away from it all. Super walks for the dogs. Ideal location to visit the 'Constable area'. Accomodation was very cosy especially when the weather was bad! Excellent service, Thankyou.
Monday, 22nd of March, 2010, Linda and Richard:
Another lovely addition to the Grove Cottages listings - excellent walks close by.
Monday, 22nd of March, 2010, Sarah:
A super little place, cosy, and ideal for dogs, with lots of walks on the doorstep.
Monday, 15th of March, 2010, Adrian and Lesley:
Very pleasant quiet friendly situation. We would be happy to return.
Monday, 8th of March, 2010, Tamasyn and Philip:
We had a lovely, quiet weekend, walking and relaxing. The cottage was lovely, very cosy and we'd definately recommend a visit.
Thursday, 4th of March, 2010, Lynne:
Great location, cosy barn, super for dogs, great accessability to the sea. Barn owls, little owls!! Very enjoyable, relaxing short break! Very friendly hosts!
Sunday, 31st of January, 2010, Linda:
IF you're looking for a cosy, delightful cottage with fantastic walks by the sea, quiet and romantic, this is for you.
Friday, 29th of January, 2010, John:
Cosy cottage in peaceful location for our anniversary.
Sunday, 17th of January, 2010, Mark:
We were celebrating 25 years together and Bromans was just perfect for us. Just fantastic we enjoyed every minute.
Tuesday, 12th of January, 2010, Juliana and Anastasis:
A very peaceful warm and cosy cottage in a great location next to the coast. Ideal for taking nice long walk with beautiful scenery.
Monday, 21st of December, 2009, Tanya:
We had a lovely, relaxing weekend here. Lots of good walks in beautiful surroundings. Even though we picked the coldest weekend ever the cottage was lovely and cosy.
Tuesday, 15th of December, 2009, Richard and Sheila:
Bromans Barn is a lovely, cosy get away from it all place. Lots of walks to enjoy, peace and tranquility. Warm welcome from Martin and Ruth. Thanks for lighting the fire.
Friday, 11th of December, 2009, Sue and Ian:
Lovely place to stay, well placed for great walking - total peace and quiet.
Monday, 7th of December, 2009, Craig:
Excellent Cottage, very warm and cosy.
Friday, 27th of November, 2009, Richard and Sita:
We had a wonderful short break, the cottage and location are fantastic and we'll definately recommend it to friends. Look forward to trying out some of the other Grove Cottages !
Tuesday, 6th of October, 2009, Ros and David:
Very warm welcome, comfortable cottage in peaceful setting.
Monday, 28th of September, 2009, Gary and Gina:
Great location. Cosy and comfortable. Wonderful for our dog.
Monday, 14th of September, 2009, Helen:
The peace and quiet were just perfect - gave us chance to recharge! Thank you. A gentle walk on the wild side, with excellent seafood up west! We will recommend.
Thursday, 10th of September, 2009, Keith:
Wonderfully peaceful location- just bird song on waking up. Perfect for two big healthy dogs (andowners) ! The barn has been tastefully restored - beautiful exposed beams - all making for a very happy holiday - many thanks - Pick of the dog friendly pub/restaurant was the Wholebone at Fingringhoe - great food.
Friday, 14th of August, 2009, Kate and Gordon:
The perfect place for a much needed break.
Monday, 10th of August, 2009, Lucy:
Top class accomodation and just a short distance to a nature reserve and beach. I'll be back!
Sunday, 2nd of August, 2009, Shirley:
This spacious and comfortable barn conversion was an ideal escape from the rat race and the closeness of the country park having two springer spaniels was an added bonus. Well done Grove Cottages and well recommended.
Sunday, 2nd of August, 2009, Mary and Phil:
Fabulous as ever, so cosy and relaxing.
Friday, 24th of July, 2009, Keith and Debbie:
Incredible silence, lovely views, beautiful walks, friendly people, lovely barn, good food. What more could you want for a time away from home, and a very friendly horse!
Thursday, 16th of July, 2009, Keeley:
What a little gem. Perfect location for walks, and just to get away for a few days. Will be coming back!
Friday, 10th of July, 2009, Sue and Ali:
Delightful hideaway, lovely walking, very peaceful. Great for dogs
Sunday, 5th of July, 2009, Chris:
lovely weekend in tranquil setting but within easy walking distance of Cudmore nature park.
Friday, 26th of June, 2009, Lesley Anne and Glynn:
Thoroughly wonderful, peaceful and relaxing holiday. Barn's beautiful and our dogs loved the fields we were allowed to use. Ruth and Martin made us so very welcome, thank you. P.S the weather was just fabulous. It was just like being in the med!
Friday, 19th of June, 2009, Mark and Karen:
Beautiful Barn, pictures don't do it justice, fabulous location for beach runs for the dog, West Mersea Oyster Bar a must. We have to return.
Friday, 12th of June, 2009, Brian:
Delighted with the accommodation and its idyllic setting and everyone very friendly. Super getaway.
Friday, 5th of June, 2009, Suzanne:
Bromans Barn lived up to all our expectations. An ideal place to relax and unwind. The barn is spacious and very cosy. Perfect for long walks with Charlie our labrador. We had whole stretches of beach to ourselves in the early evening, and plenty of doggy friends to play with at other times. A very romantic place with or wothout a dog.
Friday, 29th of May, 2009, Anne:
Something special set in a stunning location. Shhh...Don't tell everyone!
Monday, 4th of May, 2009, Kate and Alfie:
Our stay here was exactly what everyone needs. pretty, quiet, relaxing, clean and enjoyable.
Friday, 24th of April, 2009, Lynne and Colin:
A wonderful and tranquil retreat-absolute peace and quiet with only the odd pheasant sound. Mersea island is a real treasure!
Monday, 2nd of March, 2009, Ian & Carol:
A great weekend in a very cosy cottage. Wonderful walks by the sea; the dog loved the whole experience!
Monday, 16th of February, 2009, Tracey:
An excellent location and everything met Grove Cottages high standard.
Monday, 15th of December, 2008, Kat & Guy:
A lovely warm welcome at such a beautiful place. A proper bolthole away from the stresses and strains of life.
Monday, 1st of December, 2008, Annabel:
We've spent the weekend curled up in front of the log burner eating the amazing local seafood!
Friday, 7th of November, 2008, Deborah:
We found a gem when we picked Bromans Barn - cosy yet spacious - exceeded our expectations - beautiful location on the farm with horses and heron for neighbours. WE enjoyed our daily walk through the country park to the beach, lunch at the Company Shed, day in Colchester town and evenings with the log burner. Perfect
Sunday, 2nd of November, 2008, Nigel:
Close your eyes and listen - no evidence of human noise!
Sunday, 26th of October, 2008, Steve & Keri-Leigh:
Lovely House, Lovely People, Lovely Location!!!
Monday, 20th of October, 2008, Wilma & Mark:
Our second visit in a month! Absolutely wonderful cottage; Ruth and Martin are very welcoming. Our little dog Molly loved it! Looking forward to visiting again.
Sunday, 12th of October, 2008, Nick & Vicky:
An amazing barn in a beautiful & tranquil location - The perfect getaway!! we'll certainly be back!
Monday, 22nd of September, 2008, Mark & Wilma:
Excellent Cottage. Very comfortable, very spacious. Extremely well thought out. Would definitely revisit!
Friday, 19th of September, 2008, Nick & Steve:
Super Cottage in very nice surroundings. Very nice owners. Interior of Bromans Barn is very much to our country/rural taste and we are very much looking forward to our return visit! First class area if you are a dog owner, with super walks.
Friday, 5th of September, 2008, Kim:
Ruth & Martin are so welcoming. A delightful cottage and ideal for a short break (with small doggies) Very peaceful and really close to the sea.
Monday, 1st of September, 2008, Richard:
EVEN better than it looks on the pictures friendly, welcoming and some fantastic walks.
Thursday, 7th of August, 2008, Ian & Lynne:
Ruth & Martin have worked very hard to develop their barn into a welcoming and comfortable holiday home. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The barn was a peaceful, tucked-away retreat for us and the dog. Loved the walks straight from the door through the country park and coastal path. We appreciated the pretty sitting area, complete with sun loungers - perfect for a good book and glass of wine!
Thursday, 7th of August, 2008, Joanne:
Beautiful cottage in an idyllic location. Mersea Island is a hidden gem!
Thursday, 7th of August, 2008, Mary & Phil:
We would prefer to keep it a secret - otherwise we will never be able to get a space for another booking! Cannot wait to return!!
Tuesday, 22nd of July, 2008, Alan & Liz:
A hidden gem - great accommodation, great island. Local wine, beer, seafood, people - all fantastic !
Tuesday, 22nd of July, 2008, Fikret & Aysepul:
Thank you for this cottage; we have spent two wonderful days here. My wife says that this was a special two days for us and she will never forget it !
Tuesday, 22nd of July, 2008, Alison & Shaun:
The barn was very welcoming and cosy. It was ideally situated for dog walking, bird and wildlife watching. We will be recommending it to all our friends !
Despite the extreme weather for the weekend, the cottage was warm and welcoming.
Monday, 7th of January, 2013, Carol:
Peace and an opportunity to recharge and reflect following a mad year. Beautiful surroundings and wild life – a walkers paradise.
Friday, 4th of January, 2013, Nick:
A great place to escape to at New Year!
Friday, 21st of December, 2012, Robert:
We found the barn very comfortable and relaxing. Despite the rain our holiday was smashing!
Friday, 30th of November, 2012, Louise:
Cosy, romantic and lovely bacon and eggs!
Monday, 26th of November, 2012, Arezoo & Joseph:
Splendid and relaxing weekend, right next door to the beautiful country park and wild beaches.
Monday, 5th of November, 2012, Roy & Sue:
Wonderful place, wonderful time, great host. Hope to return
Friday, 2nd of November, 2012, Pat&Bunty:
We enjoyed every minutes and recharged our batteries.
Friday, 26th of October, 2012, Helen:
Thoroughly enjoyable stay. Peace and tranquillity very much appreciated.
Friday, 19th of October, 2012, Sue:
The area and cottage is an ideal "doggy heaven".
Thursday, 18th of October, 2012, Chris&Tony:
The barn was beautiful very cosy and well furnished we had a really brilliant week with lots of walks thank you
Monday, 1st of October, 2012, Jack:
Wonderful area for walking, bird watching ad sea food. Very peaceful
Friday, 28th of September, 2012, Roger:
Lovely little cottage, very helpful hosts
Monday, 17th of September, 2012, Maureen&Patrick:
Nice quiet place to stay - dog loved Laving his own field to run around!! Local for both park and beach just right for a short break!
Friday, 7th of September, 2012, Cann:
A beautiful barn conversion in an idyllic setting on interesting island with great character.
Friday, 31st of August, 2012, Richar&Sonia:
Cosy, idyllic and well situated barn!! Wonderful!! Also perfect place for dogs!
Friday, 24th of August, 2012, Caroline&Len:
Lovely, lazy and very relaxing stay. Enjoyed bring in the countryside and excellent walks/swim for our little dog
Tuesday, 21st of August, 2012, Paul&Mary:
Lovely tranquil spot with a gentle stroll to nature reserve and beach. Perfect especially for our dog Bailey who had a great time - as did we!
Saturday, 4th of August, 2012, Janet&Peto:
Bromans Barn was just perfect
Sunday, 29th of July, 2012, Deborah&Ian:
A beautiful cottage to escape from the busy lives. Perfect get away location.
Friday, 27th of July, 2012, Dennis&Rose:
A very restful place to stay
Friday, 13th of July, 2012, Keith :
Excellent location walking from the door, but also plenty to see
Monday, 11th of June, 2012, Jack:
Lovely place, beautiful surroundings a walk and all very welcoming
Friday, 1st of June, 2012, Marion&John:
Lovely, comfortable barn. Mersea Island is a lovely place to explore and we were really pleased and surprised at how lovely it is. We also visited Frinton and Clacton, which is again very interesting place to visit.
Friday, 25th of May, 2012, Anthea:
Perfect weekend spend away quiet cosy comfortable. Everything we wanted in a beautiful little barn.
Monday, 21st of May, 2012, Tim:
Lovely Barn in a beautiful location
Monday, 14th of May, 2012, Helen:
Another fantastic short break at Bromans – lovely barn, delight hosts. Perfect coastline for walking dogs – they too had a wonderful time.
Monday, 14th of May, 2012, Sue:
Gabriel’s place is a truly wonderful cottage in a very friendly village. A very relaxing break from normal busy lives
Thursday, 19th of April, 2012, Paul&Sonja:
One of the loveliest cottages we have stayed in. Martin was ever so helpful and we had a wonderful break from “the grind”.
Sunday, 15th of April, 2012, Wendy:
A great place for your dog to have a holiday!
Thursday, 12th of April, 2012, Liz:
A lovely cottage to stay at with a dog. Very cosy and lots of walks
Thursday, 12th of April, 2012, Eamonn:
Really enjoyed the cottage and local area. Very good for walking, cycling and eating!
Wednesday, 4th of April, 2012, Emma:
Fantastic welcome – the personal touch was most appreciated. The cottage is great and every need is catered for. It was a truly special weekend. Thank you
Friday, 30th of March, 2012, Sue & Ali:
Beautiful cottage as before, with the added bonus of glorious wall to wall sunshine in March. Courtyard garden now enclosed, which is a bonus with the dogs.
Monday, 19th of March, 2012, Debbie & Chris:
Lovely cosy barn. Great walks with the dogs
Monday, 19th of March, 2012, Mandy & Giuseppe:
Excellent place for refreshing coastal walks and bird watching.
Friday, 9th of March, 2012, Mike & Helen:
Fantastic location, very comfortable accommodation. Wonderful walks and bird life. Great seafood !
Sunday, 26th of February, 2012, Sarah:
Loved the home-made bread and the cosy fire and the great walks !!
Friday, 24th of February, 2012, Carole & Paul:
A very pleasant little cottage, beautifully made from a barn, with coastal walks and bird life a few minutes walk from your doors.
Friday, 17th of February, 2012, Amy & Mark:
Bromans Barn is the perfect place to relax and rejuvenate in this cosy barn. The beach and nature reserve is just ideal for dog walks.
Wednesday, 15th of February, 2012, Jon & Kate:
If you like the sound of owls in the early evening- peace tranquillity and calm, this is the place for you. Cottage superb, extremely cosy and inviting. Thank You.
Monday, 30th of January, 2012, Susie & Ben:
This is the 2nd time we have stayed in one of The Grove Cottage and again it has been delightful. Real log fires, immaculate and beautifully decorated. We will definitely come back
Friday, 20th of January, 2012, Mike and Christine:
Lovely cottage for two with dog walking from the door -coast 4 minutes.
Sunday, 15th of January, 2012, Susan and Sean:
After an enjoyable walk with our dog it was great to come back to the Barn and cuddle up in front of the wood burner and enjoy a glass of local wine.
Thursday, 12th of January, 2012, Rebecca and John:
Wonderful stay, a real 'get away from it all' break.
Tuesday, 27th of December, 2011, Carole:
We needed a relaxing Christmas and that is exactly what happened. Only problem was leaving.
Friday, 23rd of December, 2011, John:
Thank you for a wonderful stay in your beautiful barn. We had such a cosy and relaxed time here. A perfect December day without a cloud in the sky to explore the entire coastline of Mersea
Monday, 5th of December, 2011, Nicola & Mitch:
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Bromans Barn. It will always be memorable to us as we got engaged at the barn - our young daughter and 2 border terriers also enjoyed their stay.
Saturday, 3rd of December, 2011, Jeremy and Sally:
A really cosy barn in a wonderful location, perfect for long walks on the beach before heading back to the cottage to doze on the rocking chair in front of the fire.
Sunday, 27th of November, 2011, Lydia and Simon:
An idyllic, fairytale cottage. Escapism at its best.
Friday, 18th of November, 2011, Alan and Gill:
We came for the well documented seafood and discovered a cosy hideaway on a delightful island! Thank you.
Friday, 18th of November, 2011, Christopher:
Beautiful tranquil location. Perfect cottage for a romantic weekend away with world class seafood thrown in!
Monday, 14th of November, 2011, Jill and Ben:
Beautiful accommodation, lovely setting. Fantastic food on the island. Highly recommend the Company Shed.
Friday, 21st of October, 2011, Jean:
A cosy peaceful retreat very close to the wonderful Cudmore Nature Reserve. Consequently we had lots of great walks for our dog Red. Martin was a gracious and informative host.
Friday, 7th of October, 2011, Tim and Lindy:
A lovely, comfy barn conversion in a peaceful landscape at the junction of land sea and sky, with plenty of good walks and great seafood nearby - A little gem.
Friday, 7th of October, 2011, Tim and Lindy:
A lovely, comfy barn conversion in a peaceful landscape at the junction of land sea and sky, with plenty of good walks and great seafood nearby - A little gem.
Monday, 3rd of October, 2011, Janice:
A lovely welcome to a wonderful barn in a superb position for walkers next to the nature reserve and the sea. Fabulous !
Friday, 23rd of September, 2011, Mary and Austin:
A very warm welcome from Martin and a little oasis of calm and quietness. A time of relaxation we needed!!
Sunday, 18th of September, 2011, Abby:
The most beautiful barn, renovated to the highest standard, in the most tranquil setting. The perfect place to enjoy the fabulous local oysters!!
Friday, 9th of September, 2011, Lionel:
Very cosy cottage with very welcoming arrangements and feeling. Great location and lovely walks. Definitely intend to return.
Sunday, 4th of September, 2011, Nigel and Deborah:
This is a special place. An experience not to be forgotten, helped by hosts and treats of the house. Ideal location for cycling to the beach. A lovely welcome.
Friday, 2nd of September, 2011, Nigel:
We had an enjoyable relaxing stay in very tranquil surroundings. Great walks and lovely accomodation
Friday, 19th of August, 2011, Sarah:
The perfect place to escape for a few days and from which to discover the delights of Mersea Island
Monday, 15th of August, 2011, Frances:
Excellent information on local area. We had a very relaxing time and will definitely visit again.
Friday, 12th of August, 2011, Geoff & Helen:
Excellent peace & tranquility. A good base for exploring local countryside and places of interest.
Thursday, 11th of August, 2011, Sandra:
Lovely cosy cottage in a superb location. Lots to see and do from your doorstep. Pleasant and helpful hosts. Enjoyed having the use of the bicycles.
Thursday, 4th of August, 2011, Janet:
A delightful barn. Good weather and a relaxing time.
Friday, 29th of July, 2011, Jim & Brenda:
An idyllic setting. A vert relaxing introduction to the joys of Mersea. Our hosts could not have been kinder.
Friday, 29th of July, 2011, Andy:
Excellent spot. Very quiet, Great walking and excellent fish !!
Monday, 18th of July, 2011, Barry:
Despite the rain we had a lovely relaxing break.
Monday, 4th of July, 2011, Katie:
Fantastic location, barn beautiful, great for dogs.
Monday, 27th of June, 2011, Michael:
Lovely area for walks, especially if you have dogs who like to swim!!
Friday, 17th of June, 2011, Mike and Wendy:
It really was a place to wind down and the local country park with its flora and bird life was a real bonus.
Friday, 10th of June, 2011, Roger and Pat:
Perfect for a peaceful getaway from the noise of the city.
Friday, 3rd of June, 2011, Carol and Idris:
An enchanting cottage offering a warm, cosy welcome, full of character, for any time of year. Wonderful !!
Thursday, 26th of May, 2011, Brian:
Bromans Barn is comfy, relaxing and quiet. For the country lover - walker and dog owner it is ideally situated and safe, but it is also well situated to visit many interesting places in this area.
Sunday, 22nd of May, 2011, Rachel and Alan:
Fabulous peace and quiet, pure escapism from everyday life. We have been spoilt for choice in terms of places to visit, walks to explore and places to eat out. We highly recommend Bromans Barn.
Friday, 13th of May, 2011, Sue and John:
As seasoned cottage renters we were pleasantly surprised at the quality of the cottage, the welcome and the ambiance. Truly a romantic and relaxing experience.
Friday, 13th of May, 2011, Helen:
Bromans Barn is perfect - very comfortable, the owners are delightful and if you're looking for somewhere to take a dog on a beach holiday it can't be beaten. My spaniel had a splendid time charging round the virtually deserted coastline round here and we were all made to feel most welcome - highly recommended!
Monday, 9th of May, 2011, Tim and Sue:
A lovely barn, very comfy, great walks, our dog loved his holiday.
Friday, 29th of April, 2011, Nick and Sarah:
Perfect peace and tranquillity with walks on the doorstep.
Friday, 22nd of April, 2011, Karen and Richard:
Even the weather performed! It was the hottest Easter ever! Fantastic cottage, great kayaking and fabulous fish/seafood - eat in or take away from the Company Shed.
Sunday, 17th of April, 2011, Ellis and Shirley:
Very comfortable 'Barn'. Delicious sea food. Excellent birds and wildlife generally. We saw Avocet, Marsh Harrier, Spoonbill, Nightingale and Adders.
Monday, 11th of April, 2011, Lisa:
Beautiful location, peaceful and charming cottage. Excellent base to explore Mersea Island. Really didn't want to leave!
Monday, 4th of April, 2011, Sarah:
We had a lovely time here. It was so quiet and the patio a nice surprise and complete sun trap!
Monday, 28th of March, 2011, Chris and Rosemarie:
Very nice. Cosy and in a good location for walking around the coastal path.
Sunday, 20th of March, 2011, Claire and Miles:
Had lovely stay! Owners were very welcoming with roaring fire prepared for our arrival. Barn was really quiet and therefore very relaxing.
Monday, 14th of March, 2011, Kevin:
Lovely barn in a very peaceful setting. Well positioned for man different walks recommend the Victory for a drink and lunch.
Sunday, 6th of March, 2011, Christine and Vadim:
Bromans Barn is the perfect spot for a weekend away from London. We had local white wine and local seafood, a lovely place to stay, what else can we ask for?
Friday, 25th of February, 2011, Mary:
Excellent location for dog walks along the estuary. Owners of Bromans Barn make visitors feel relaxed. The barn is a lovely cosy place to stay.
Sunday, 30th of January, 2011, Steve and Wendy:
Fantastic stay, lovely peaceful location and superb barn. Thanks for the 'welcome basket' lovely bread and eggs and bacon!
Friday, 28th of January, 2011, Jeannette and Mac:
Superb location, quiet but not far from all amenities. The woodburner made the barn a cosy retreat on cold days.
Wednesday, 19th of January, 2011, Edward and Joy:
Delightful cottage, ideal for a quiet break. Well worth a stay.
Friday, 7th of January, 2011, Pascal:
This is our second visit to Bromans Barn for us it s a real treat away from all the hustle and bustle of normal life, the cottage and the owners made us feel so welcome.
Monday, 27th of December, 2010, Joe and Maya:
I am not easy to please, however have no complaints here. The barn is beautiful with all you need to escape the rest of the world. The surrounding area is wonderful and the host quite lovely. The area is great for dogs.
Thursday, 16th of December, 2010, James and Lydia:
Warm and toasty even when snowing outside(-7) A charming hideaway - great escape from the city! Beautifully Christmassy!
Monday, 13th of December, 2010, Ally and Stefan:
Had an amazing, relaxing, romantic weekend away. Thank you.
Friday, 12th of November, 2010, Wayne:
Excellent accommodation, location, everything was superb. Our Spaniel was in seventh heaven in the walks that we took, we loved it too. Would recommend to anyone who loves walking and fresh air and romantic accommodation!!
Sunday, 31st of October, 2010, Gill:
Just what we needed - a real 'get away from it all' weekend - peaceful setting and beautiful barn that met all our requirements. Thoroughly recommend it!
Friday, 29th of October, 2010, Rachel and Paul:
Even better than imagined. A peaceful and relaxing stay.
Sunday, 17th of October, 2010, Matthew and Marie-Claire:
Far exceeded expectations - Even from the website. A fabulous stay.
Saturday, 9th of October, 2010, Kate & Liam:
Excellent, real cosy accomodation within a few minutes of the beautiful, epic coastline of Mersea Island. If you want seclusion, this is it !!
Thursday, 7th of October, 2010, Andrew & Abigail:
What a beautiful barn. We wish we could take it back with us !
Monday, 27th of September, 2010, Sue & Steve:
A lovely barn conversion. Warm & Cosy. Welcome basket was great and Ruth & Martin were very welcoming. Our stay has been all we thought it would be.
Friday, 17th of September, 2010, Thelma:
A lovely barn conversion, great hosts and a beautiful area. Would love to come again.
Friday, 17th of September, 2010, Lynn & Colin:
Cosy stay in a lovely rural/coastal setting
Monday, 6th of September, 2010, Derek and Crystal:
Everything was as expected. A very warm welcome, a nice welcome basket and a lovely peaceful break with plenty of 'easy walks' and everything for the nature lover.
Friday, 3rd of September, 2010, Gary:
Excellent. Look forward to a return visit.
Friday, 20th of August, 2010, Katrina:
Relaxing short break with great walks.
Monday, 16th of August, 2010, Joanna:
Bromans Barn is a really lovely barn conversion superbly located for long coastal walks. Perfectly dog friendly.
Friday, 6th of August, 2010, Horst and Anuschka:
It is such a calm, quiet and relaxing location, that can be recommended to anybody, who loves nature and remoteness.
Sunday, 25th of July, 2010, Mary and Claire:
We have stayed in a lot of self-catering properties and really appreciated those extra special touches of free bike use and the welcome breakfast basket. The personal welcome from Martin was lovely and we're only sorry that we could only stay for 2 nights in such a beautiful area.
Friday, 23rd of July, 2010, Hedley and Jane:
The barn is in a wonderful position with easy access to the country park, the coast and well marked local walks. A great retreat.
Sunday, 11th of July, 2010, Nick:
Delightful barn conversion, great location. We had a perfect weekend, the barn was lovingly decorated together with the use of bikes and great host made it an ideal weekend! Thank you!
Friday, 2nd of July, 2010, Karen and Brendan:
We have had a great 4 day break. Lovely walks/runs/cycles! Friendly welcoming hosts. Wildlife aplenty, especially birds. The birdsong is beautiful. Great fish@ The Company Shed. Lovely little suntrap of a garden. Would love to come back in winter to try the log burner.
Monday, 28th of June, 2010, Laurie and jason:
A perfect hideaway. Bromans Barn is a wonderful place to spend the weekend - we had almost as much fun as the dog did!! Thank you.
Friday, 25th of June, 2010, Margaretha:
Lovely cottage in a lovely setting - great walks and views.
Sunday, 13th of June, 2010, Cath and Giles:
A lovely cottage and a really relaxing holiday. Even though we only stayed two nights this has been a fantastic break. The cottage is beautiful and it's great to be so close to the nature reserve and the sea. Highly recommended!!
Sunday, 6th of June, 2010, Briony:
A wonderful relaxing week, another cosy cottage, lots of birds and wildlife - dogs enjoyed the country park and sea!
Sunday, 30th of May, 2010, Nick:
A beautiful and romantic place to stay with plenty of lovely walks on the doorstep. The sea is never far away.
Friday, 28th of May, 2010, Philip:
This is our second stay at one of 'Grove Cottages' and it will not be our last!!! We have been so delighted by each cottage - even more than the website describes!
Monday, 17th of May, 2010, Gill:
Peaceful and relaxing stay, wonderful walks nearby, excellent food and beer at the whalebone.
Friday, 7th of May, 2010, Helen and Jack:
We have had a truely wonderful and relaxing stay, the cottage is perfect in every way. Highly recommended lunch at the company shed and a trip out to Deadham.
Friday, 30th of April, 2010, Steve:
Mersea Island was great fun to explore. Lottie the Beagle loved the beach and was desperate to get into the thick brown mud!
Friday, 16th of April, 2010, Maureen and Doug:
A thoroughly enjoyable week with good weather, a fantastic host in Martin who saw to our every need in the absence of Ruth. The cottage is everything we expected having enjoyed a week in Cobblers Cottage last Spring. The overall attention to detail leaves nothing to chance and we will use Grove Cottages again - may even be back here next year.
Thursday, 15th of April, 2010, Sally:
A lovely peaceful place in the country to get away from it all. Lovely walks and sea close by. Our dog especially enjoyed it.
Friday, 9th of April, 2010, Charlotte:
Enchanting barn conversion. Lovely private front garden which is a great sun trap. Lovely to enjoy tea/coffee/read in the sun. Fantastic bird-life and spent a lot of time with doors open, listening to them sing. Cudmore park literally two minutes from barn, which I walked in everyday with pooches. Lovely beach close by-good for shell collecting - beautiful in the evening if you can avoid the flies!!
Sunday, 4th of April, 2010, Kevin and Tina:
Lovely barn, lovely location, lovely hosts, lovely weekend ! Thank you x
Friday, 2nd of April, 2010, Helen:
We received a very warm welcome. A great place to get away from it all. Super walks for the dogs. Ideal location to visit the 'Constable area'. Accomodation was very cosy especially when the weather was bad! Excellent service, Thankyou.
Monday, 22nd of March, 2010, Linda and Richard:
Another lovely addition to the Grove Cottages listings - excellent walks close by.
Monday, 22nd of March, 2010, Sarah:
A super little place, cosy, and ideal for dogs, with lots of walks on the doorstep.
Monday, 15th of March, 2010, Adrian and Lesley:
Very pleasant quiet friendly situation. We would be happy to return.
Monday, 8th of March, 2010, Tamasyn and Philip:
We had a lovely, quiet weekend, walking and relaxing. The cottage was lovely, very cosy and we'd definately recommend a visit.
Thursday, 4th of March, 2010, Lynne:
Great location, cosy barn, super for dogs, great accessability to the sea. Barn owls, little owls!! Very enjoyable, relaxing short break! Very friendly hosts!
Sunday, 31st of January, 2010, Linda:
IF you're looking for a cosy, delightful cottage with fantastic walks by the sea, quiet and romantic, this is for you.
Friday, 29th of January, 2010, John:
Cosy cottage in peaceful location for our anniversary.
Sunday, 17th of January, 2010, Mark:
We were celebrating 25 years together and Bromans was just perfect for us. Just fantastic we enjoyed every minute.
Tuesday, 12th of January, 2010, Juliana and Anastasis:
A very peaceful warm and cosy cottage in a great location next to the coast. Ideal for taking nice long walk with beautiful scenery.
Monday, 21st of December, 2009, Tanya:
We had a lovely, relaxing weekend here. Lots of good walks in beautiful surroundings. Even though we picked the coldest weekend ever the cottage was lovely and cosy.
Tuesday, 15th of December, 2009, Richard and Sheila:
Bromans Barn is a lovely, cosy get away from it all place. Lots of walks to enjoy, peace and tranquility. Warm welcome from Martin and Ruth. Thanks for lighting the fire.
Friday, 11th of December, 2009, Sue and Ian:
Lovely place to stay, well placed for great walking - total peace and quiet.
Monday, 7th of December, 2009, Craig:
Excellent Cottage, very warm and cosy.
Friday, 27th of November, 2009, Richard and Sita:
We had a wonderful short break, the cottage and location are fantastic and we'll definately recommend it to friends. Look forward to trying out some of the other Grove Cottages !
Tuesday, 6th of October, 2009, Ros and David:
Very warm welcome, comfortable cottage in peaceful setting.
Monday, 28th of September, 2009, Gary and Gina:
Great location. Cosy and comfortable. Wonderful for our dog.
Monday, 14th of September, 2009, Helen:
The peace and quiet were just perfect - gave us chance to recharge! Thank you. A gentle walk on the wild side, with excellent seafood up west! We will recommend.
Thursday, 10th of September, 2009, Keith:
Wonderfully peaceful location- just bird song on waking up. Perfect for two big healthy dogs (andowners) ! The barn has been tastefully restored - beautiful exposed beams - all making for a very happy holiday - many thanks - Pick of the dog friendly pub/restaurant was the Wholebone at Fingringhoe - great food.
Friday, 14th of August, 2009, Kate and Gordon:
The perfect place for a much needed break.
Monday, 10th of August, 2009, Lucy:
Top class accomodation and just a short distance to a nature reserve and beach. I'll be back!
Sunday, 2nd of August, 2009, Shirley:
This spacious and comfortable barn conversion was an ideal escape from the rat race and the closeness of the country park having two springer spaniels was an added bonus. Well done Grove Cottages and well recommended.
Sunday, 2nd of August, 2009, Mary and Phil:
Fabulous as ever, so cosy and relaxing.
Friday, 24th of July, 2009, Keith and Debbie:
Incredible silence, lovely views, beautiful walks, friendly people, lovely barn, good food. What more could you want for a time away from home, and a very friendly horse!
Thursday, 16th of July, 2009, Keeley:
What a little gem. Perfect location for walks, and just to get away for a few days. Will be coming back!
Friday, 10th of July, 2009, Sue and Ali:
Delightful hideaway, lovely walking, very peaceful. Great for dogs
Sunday, 5th of July, 2009, Chris:
lovely weekend in tranquil setting but within easy walking distance of Cudmore nature park.
Friday, 26th of June, 2009, Lesley Anne and Glynn:
Thoroughly wonderful, peaceful and relaxing holiday. Barn's beautiful and our dogs loved the fields we were allowed to use. Ruth and Martin made us so very welcome, thank you. P.S the weather was just fabulous. It was just like being in the med!
Friday, 19th of June, 2009, Mark and Karen:
Beautiful Barn, pictures don't do it justice, fabulous location for beach runs for the dog, West Mersea Oyster Bar a must. We have to return.
Friday, 12th of June, 2009, Brian:
Delighted with the accommodation and its idyllic setting and everyone very friendly. Super getaway.
Friday, 5th of June, 2009, Suzanne:
Bromans Barn lived up to all our expectations. An ideal place to relax and unwind. The barn is spacious and very cosy. Perfect for long walks with Charlie our labrador. We had whole stretches of beach to ourselves in the early evening, and plenty of doggy friends to play with at other times. A very romantic place with or wothout a dog.
Friday, 29th of May, 2009, Anne:
Something special set in a stunning location. Shhh...Don't tell everyone!
Monday, 4th of May, 2009, Kate and Alfie:
Our stay here was exactly what everyone needs. pretty, quiet, relaxing, clean and enjoyable.
Friday, 24th of April, 2009, Lynne and Colin:
A wonderful and tranquil retreat-absolute peace and quiet with only the odd pheasant sound. Mersea island is a real treasure!
Monday, 2nd of March, 2009, Ian & Carol:
A great weekend in a very cosy cottage. Wonderful walks by the sea; the dog loved the whole experience!
Monday, 16th of February, 2009, Tracey:
An excellent location and everything met Grove Cottages high standard.
Monday, 15th of December, 2008, Kat & Guy:
A lovely warm welcome at such a beautiful place. A proper bolthole away from the stresses and strains of life.
Monday, 1st of December, 2008, Annabel:
We've spent the weekend curled up in front of the log burner eating the amazing local seafood!
Friday, 7th of November, 2008, Deborah:
We found a gem when we picked Bromans Barn - cosy yet spacious - exceeded our expectations - beautiful location on the farm with horses and heron for neighbours. WE enjoyed our daily walk through the country park to the beach, lunch at the Company Shed, day in Colchester town and evenings with the log burner. Perfect
Sunday, 2nd of November, 2008, Nigel:
Close your eyes and listen - no evidence of human noise!
Sunday, 26th of October, 2008, Steve & Keri-Leigh:
Lovely House, Lovely People, Lovely Location!!!
Monday, 20th of October, 2008, Wilma & Mark:
Our second visit in a month! Absolutely wonderful cottage; Ruth and Martin are very welcoming. Our little dog Molly loved it! Looking forward to visiting again.
Sunday, 12th of October, 2008, Nick & Vicky:
An amazing barn in a beautiful & tranquil location - The perfect getaway!! we'll certainly be back!
Monday, 22nd of September, 2008, Mark & Wilma:
Excellent Cottage. Very comfortable, very spacious. Extremely well thought out. Would definitely revisit!
Friday, 19th of September, 2008, Nick & Steve:
Super Cottage in very nice surroundings. Very nice owners. Interior of Bromans Barn is very much to our country/rural taste and we are very much looking forward to our return visit! First class area if you are a dog owner, with super walks.
Friday, 5th of September, 2008, Kim:
Ruth & Martin are so welcoming. A delightful cottage and ideal for a short break (with small doggies) Very peaceful and really close to the sea.
Monday, 1st of September, 2008, Richard:
EVEN better than it looks on the pictures friendly, welcoming and some fantastic walks.
Thursday, 7th of August, 2008, Ian & Lynne:
Ruth & Martin have worked very hard to develop their barn into a welcoming and comfortable holiday home. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The barn was a peaceful, tucked-away retreat for us and the dog. Loved the walks straight from the door through the country park and coastal path. We appreciated the pretty sitting area, complete with sun loungers - perfect for a good book and glass of wine!
Thursday, 7th of August, 2008, Joanne:
Beautiful cottage in an idyllic location. Mersea Island is a hidden gem!
Thursday, 7th of August, 2008, Mary & Phil:
We would prefer to keep it a secret - otherwise we will never be able to get a space for another booking! Cannot wait to return!!
Tuesday, 22nd of July, 2008, Alan & Liz:
A hidden gem - great accommodation, great island. Local wine, beer, seafood, people - all fantastic !
Tuesday, 22nd of July, 2008, Fikret & Aysepul:
Thank you for this cottage; we have spent two wonderful days here. My wife says that this was a special two days for us and she will never forget it !
Tuesday, 22nd of July, 2008, Alison & Shaun:
The barn was very welcoming and cosy. It was ideally situated for dog walking, bird and wildlife watching. We will be recommending it to all our friends !
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