Harbour Lodge
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Add your business details- 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
Campground type
10
3Languages spoken
English
British Sign Language (BSL)
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Features
No dogs allowed
Pop-up campground
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 WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Adults only Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowedThemes
Lake and/or mountain Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearbyType
Pop-up campground Tiny (1-10 sites)Accessibility
Disabled facilitiesNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
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
AirportPlease 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brightlingsea | 3.9 km | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Jaywick | 4.2 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Clacton Beach Martello Tower | 5.4 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Clacton | 7.3 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| West Mersea | 9.7 km | Sea | N/A | Good | N/A | N/A |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
firstsite 15.2 km
Colchester Castle Museum 15.4 km
Colchester Zoo 17.5 km
East Anglian Railway Museum 25.6 km
Christchurch Mansion 30 km
National Trust
Bourne Mill 13.9 km
Flatford: Bridge Cottage 18.3 km
Thorington Hall 22.5 km
Coggeshall Grange Barn 27.3 km
Paycocke's 27.8 km
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 0.9 km
ST OSYTH'S PRIORY 1.1 km
Brightlingsea 3.3 km
Hollybush Hill - Brightlingsea - River Colne - Hollybush 3.4 km
Cudmore Country Park - East and West Mersea - Cudmore 4.7 km
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.
Offers
Conditions apply - see site type section for details
Reviews
would recommend this campground to a friend
would stay here again
Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.
Friendly owner & clean site.
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Unpowered grass motorhome site
Liked: Site owner was extremely friendly & helpful and on hand to assist.
Lovely spot with great views and short drive to the coast.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Overall a very nice chap, very relaxed, very quiet.
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Unpowered grass tent site
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.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Great location, Flat grass overlooking the lake. Watching the wake boarding whilst cooking…
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Unpowered grass motorhome site
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.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Ideal for couple looking for basic camping experience
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Unpowered grass motorhome site
Liked: Quite non commercial site, althoughmo facilities there was toilets in walking distance. Great out look over lake.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Frequently asked questions
- 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 caravan Arrive: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: noon