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For a riverside holiday in Essex, the small charming town of Wivenhoe could be the perfect choice. With a strong history of boat building and fishing, Wivenhoe is a scenic place to holiday with ample riverside charm, a development of modern houses along with an older part of town with charming historic waterfront properties, including quaint timber framed houses.
What Wivenhoe offers for Self-Catering Breaks
- There are a few pubs in Wivenhoe, including one by the waterfront.
- For more eating out and shopping options on holiday and perhaps for a visit to the zoo or the castle, the historic town of Colchester is just 5 miles away.
- Pathways lead all the way from Wivenhoe, along the River Colne in to Colchester. There are 2 trails to choose from; the Wivenhoe trail where you can enjoy a riverside walk and the Town to Sea trail which takes you right in to Colchester.
- For day trips out whilst on a cottage holiday, beautiful Constable Country is close at hand; the Dedham Vale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is just 9 miles away. Discover beautiful landscapes that so inspired John Constable.
- When it comes to country charm, the historic town of Coggeshall with its rich collection of historic buildings, pubs and tea shops is well worth a visit and is just 17 miles away.
- For day trips by the seaside don’t miss Frinton on Sea with its lovely golden sandy beach, just 16 miles from Wivenhoe.
- Whether you opt to rent an apartment or a holiday house in Wivenhoe itself or a holiday lodge in the nearby countryside, this is a lovely part of North Essex with lots to offer visitors, as well as plenty to discover along the nearby coast and countryside.
Whether you choose to book a holiday cottage in Wivenhoe, an apartment, a lodge or another type of self-catering holiday accommodation, we hope you have your best holiday yet in Essex.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wivenhoe
The best places to stay depend on your preferences, interests and the type of accommodation that best suits you. Country Cottages Online features a great selection of good quality rentals.
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Read the description of Wivenhoe to find out ideas and tips on the best things to see and do. Also see our area guides for more information on what Essex has to offer for holidaymakers.
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