Situated in a unique position alongside and overlooking the most picturesque lock, this modern property, provides an idyllic holiday retreat. Boats can be hired from the door or walks can be taken along the river. Fishing can also be enjoyed. Maldon Beach, 5 miles, and there is a golf course close by. Southend-on-Sea is a 45 minutes drive or Leigh-on-Sea for the famous Cocklesheds. Visit Great Baddow, Danbury, the Hanningfields, Stock and the Heybridge Basin. Shops 2 miles, pub 1/2 mile.

Six steps to ground floor: Lounge with laminate floor, dining room, kitchen, 1 twin bedroom, bathroom with bath, shower attachment, toilet & basin. First floor: 2 bedrooms - 1 5ft double, 1 twin.

Services: Open fire. OFCH. First basket of fuel for fire, oil & power (Apr-Oct), bed linen (duvets) & towels inc. Remainder fuel for fire avail locally. Fuel & power £35pw (Nov-Mar). Parking for 2 cars. DVD player. Radio/CD player. Elec hob & oven. D/washer. F/freezer. M/wave. W/machine. T/dryer. Enclosed courtyard with patio & furniture. BBQ. Access to river in grounds, young children must be supervised. Non smokers only. Friday to Friday bookings.