Harbour Lodge
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- Adults-only waterside site on the edge of a peaceful Essex village
- A mile and a half from the coast; 25 minutes' drive from Colchester
- Direct access to a lake; 10 minutes' walk from pubs and takeaways
Site type
10
3
This site has no on-site toilet and shower facilities.
No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.- Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
- Bookings must not be for more than 5 consecutive nights.
- No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
- Public toilets are available in the village (a 10-minute walk) or at the water park 200m away from the site.
Languages spoken
British Sign Language (BSL)
English
Pitch types & availability
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Reviews
Voted 55% of visitors View breakdown
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Friendly owner & clean site.
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Non-electric grass motorhome pitch
Liked: Site owner was extremely friendly & helpful and on hand to assist. Lovely spot with great views and short drive to the coast.
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Overall a very nice chap, very relaxed, very quiet.
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Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked: Very quiet location, right next to the lake.
Disliked: Finding the place is difficult and you have to bump over a curb to get in. As you’re next to the road, there’s a bit of road noise, but it’s not around for too long.
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Great location, Flat grass overlooking the lake. Watching the wake boarding whilst cooking…
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Liked: Great location, Flat grass overlooking the lake. Watching the wake boarding whilst cooking breakfast.
Disliked: Not a dislike as such, but if you own a low vehicle (like me) be warned there is a curb to drive up to get in. Take some wood to make life easier! No amenities, but during day hours you can use the sporting lakes toilets. The lake is surprisingly shallow 🤣 it was knee deep at best, but they still require you to wear a life jacket. The non affiliated sporting lake charge £6 a day to launch your own craft.
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Ideal for couple looking for basic camping experience
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Non-electric grass motorhome pitch
Liked: Quite non commercial site, althoughmo facilities there was toilets in walking distance. Great out look over lake.
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Lovely little private spot, very relaxed hosts very friendly!
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Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked: The view and the privacy, hosts friendly
Disliked: Little bit of litter where we pitched our tent (old tissue etc)
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Beautiful, quiet location There are no facilities, come prepared with water and…
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Liked: Beautiful, quiet location There are no facilities, come prepared with water and camping loo. It’s opposite a water inflatable park so noisy during the day but we rather liked watching . They have a toilet and cafe so that was actually handy and nice coffee / cake .
Disliked: Hard to find - no sign on the road
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Amazing little pitch up. Right next to the water and a short…
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Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked: Amazing little pitch up. Right next to the water and a short walk from the shops. Spent only one night there but was a great night with friends. Would 100% go back. Tony was very helpful. Was running abit late but he rang and let me know where I was pitching up and clear directions. 10/10
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A lovely site with good views of the lake. Facilities could be better.
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Liked: A fantastic view of the lake with friendly and welcoming hosts.
Disliked: The neighbours were playing loud music in the garden in the morning that started around 8am which wasn't how we wanted to wake up. Also the public toilets were locked over night.
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We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!!
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Liked: Camping spot right on the lake side. Calm and chilled atmosphere. very spacious and could part our car right by our tent. Felt very welcome
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Excellent site with lovely view
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Non-electric grass motorhome pitch
Liked: Location and friendly owner
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Features
No dogs allowed
Pop-up campsite
Adults only
Leisure on site
Bar or club house
Cycle hire
Evening entertainment
Fishing
Fitness centre
Games room
Indoor swimming pool
Kids' club
On-site restaurant/cafe
Outdoor swimming pool
Play area
TV room
Take away
Tennis
Watersports
Amenities on site
Bath available
Car parking by pitch/unit
Composting toilet
Disabled facilities
Dog park
Drying room
Food shop
Free wifi
Ice pack freezing
Internet access
Launderette
Parent & baby washroom
Pick-up from public transport
Portable toilet
Pub toilets
Public telephone
Shower available
Toilet block
Washing-up area
Wifi
Groups welcome
Family friendly
Motorcycle friendly
Single-sex groups welcome
Student groups welcome
Rules
Adults only
Barbecue provided
Barbecues allowed
Campfires allowed
Commercial vehicles allowed
Dogs allowed
No dogs allowed
Themes
Lake and/or mountain
Walkers' paradise
Wild camping
Wildlife haven
Utilities
Charging facilities
Chemical disposal
Electric car charging point(s)
Gas cylinders available
Recycling available
Renewable energy
Nearby amenities
Bar nearby
Dog walk nearby
Public transport nearby
Shop nearby
Type
Pop-up campsite
Tiny (1-10 pitches)
Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golf nearby
Horse riding nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Restaurant nearby
Sailing nearby
Surf school nearby
Watersports nearby
Location
Harbour Lodge
5 Point Clear Road
St Osyth
Essex
England
CO16 8EP
Directions Timezone
Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)
GPS
51.79607°N
1.06557°W
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
Airport
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
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| Brightlingsea | 2.4 mi | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Jaywick | 2.6 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Clacton Beach Martello Tower | 3.4 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Clacton | 4.5 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| West Mersea | 6.1 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | N/A | N/A |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
firstsite 9.5 mi
Colchester Castle Museum 9.6 mi
Colchester Zoo 10.9 mi
East Anglian Railway Museum 15.9 mi
Christchurch Mansion 18.6 mi
National Trust
Bourne Mill 8.6 mi
Flatford: Bridge Cottage 11.4 mi
Thorington Hall 14 mi
Coggeshall Grange Barn 17 mi
Paycocke's 17.2 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
St Osyth - Beach - Lee-over-Sands - Creek - St Osyth 0.6 mi
ST OSYTH'S PRIORY 0.7 mi
Brightlingsea 2 mi
Hollybush Hill - Brightlingsea - River Colne - Hollybush 2.1 mi
Cudmore Country Park - East and West Mersea - Cudmore 2.9 mi
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Want to know more about camping in Essex?
- Does Harbour Lodge have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Harbour Lodge dog friendly? No View all features
- What attractions are near Harbour Lodge? Local attractions and activities include: - Clacton seafront: 10 minutes' drive - Brightlingsea Lido: 15 minutes - Colchester Castle: 25 minutes - Hamford Water National Nature Reserve: 30 minutes - Harwich Redoubt … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Harbour Lodge?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 12 p.m.