Sleeps 14 | 6 bedrooms | 3 bathrooms | Outdoor pool | Cinema room | Games room

Overview of Rosetti House

Rosetti House occupies part of the village area on Osea Island, a privately owned island surrounded by the Blackwater Estuary near Maldon in Essex. Rather than functioning simply as a large holiday apartment, it forms a base from which guests can use a much wider collection of island facilities and explore miles of shoreline, tracks and open countryside. Discover our full range of large holiday homes in Essex here.

The entire property is arranged on the ground floor. At its centre is a large lounge with three substantial sofas, giving a group of 14 enough seating to spend evenings together without relying on dining chairs or temporary furniture.

The kitchen and dining room provide a second major social space. A long table seats all 14 guests, while the kitchen includes a double electric cooker, fridge freezer, microwave and dishwasher. This makes the property particularly suitable for birthdays, extended family meals and weekends where much of the time is spent together.

Six bedrooms lead off the main accommodation, ranging from conventional doubles and a twin to a particularly large family-style bedroom with two double beds. Three bathrooms serve the property, including two with roll-top baths.

Outside, Rosetti House has its own large garden with seating, dining furniture and a barbecue. Beyond the private space, guests can move freely around the island and use shared facilities including the outdoor swimming pool and The Shack, home to the cinema and games room.

The result is a property where much of the holiday can take place without leaving Osea at all.

Rosetti House at a Glance

Who is Rosetti House Best For?

Rosetti House is particularly strong for groups who want the accommodation itself to be part of a wider experience rather than simply somewhere to return to after days out.

Families can divide their time between the pool, beaches, cycling, games and exploring the island, while adults have enough space for longer meals and evenings together back at the house.

Having the entire property on one floor may also suit groups who prefer to avoid repeatedly moving between several levels, although anyone with specific accessibility requirements should check the island access and individual property thresholds before booking.

The unusual causeway arrival and private-island environment make it particularly suitable for celebrations or group holidays where something more distinctive than a conventional country cottage is the priority.

Why is Rosetti House a Great Large Holiday Home?

• All six bedrooms arranged on one level
• Dining table large enough for all 14 guests
• Private garden for outdoor meals and gatherings
• Seasonal heated outdoor swimming pool
• Shared cinema and games facilities
• Private beaches and sea swimming
• Bikes and sporting equipment available around the island
• A destination where groups can spend entire days without using the car

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you reach Rosetti House on Osea Island?

Osea is linked to the mainland by a tidal causeway which can only be driven across around low tide. Arrival and departure therefore need to be planned around the published crossing times. A pre-arranged water taxi provides an alternative when the causeway is covered.

Does Rosetti House have a swimming pool?

Guests have access to Osea Island's heated outdoor swimming pool, which normally operates from May to September.

Is there a cinema at Rosetti House?

The property itself does not have a private cinema, but guests can use The Shack on Osea Island, which contains a cinema and games facilities.

Can all 14 guests eat together?

Yes. The kitchen-diner has a large table seating up to 14.

Is Rosetti House dog friendly?

Yes. Dogs are welcome, although groups bringing several dogs should confirm the permitted number when booking.

Can you stay on the island without planning off-island day trips?

Yes. The beaches, swimming pool, walking and cycling routes, games facilities and seasonal activities mean there is plenty to do without leaving Osea.

Bedrooms & Bathrooms at Rosetti House

Rosetti House has six bedrooms, all arranged on the ground floor. The combination of doubles, twin beds and a room containing two doubles provides more flexibility than six identical bedrooms.

Group Accommodation Layout

Bedroom 1 is the only ensuite room, while the remaining bedrooms use the two shared bathrooms.

Bedroom 6 sleeps four people in two double beds, making it particularly useful for a family unit, teenagers or guests happy to share a larger room.

How does the layout work for a group of 14?

The standard bed arrangement accommodates all 14 guests without temporary beds.

Four conventional double rooms sleep eight guests, the twin accommodates another two and the final room sleeps four across two double beds.

For a multi-generational family, Bedroom 6 could work well for parents and younger children, while couples use the separate doubles. A group of friends may need to consider room allocation more carefully because four guests share the final bedroom.

The entirely ground-floor layout also means the bedrooms remain relatively close to the main living areas without anyone being separated onto an upper floor.

Bathroom Layout

Rosetti House has three bathrooms.

• Bedroom 1 has a private ensuite shower room
• One shared bathroom has a roll-top bath and separate shower
• A second shared bathroom has a roll-top bath with handheld shower

Two full shared bathrooms for the remaining five bedrooms means groups will benefit from coordinating morning routines when the house is at maximum occupancy.

Facilities & Information at Rosetti House

The facilities inside Rosetti House are relatively straightforward, with the wider island supplying much of the entertainment.

The kitchen includes a double electric cooker and hob, fridge freezer, microwave and dishwasher, while the washing machine allows longer stays to be managed without leaving the property.

The large dining table is a particularly important feature for a house sleeping 14. Rather than splitting the group between several smaller tables, meals can become one of the main shared parts of the stay.

Outside, the private garden has seating, a table and chairs and barbecue facilities. Once beyond the garden, the island becomes the main recreational space.

Guests can swim in the heated outdoor pool during its seasonal opening period, use the cinema and games room at The Shack and borrow sports equipment including cricket, rounders and volleyball gear. Bikes are also available for exploring the island tracks and coastline.

Facilities

Category	Facilities
Kitchen	Double electric cooker, hob, fridge freezer, microwave and dishwasher
Dining	Large table seating 14
Living	Lounge with three large sofas and TV
Laundry	Washing machine
Outdoor	Private garden, seating, dining furniture and barbecue
Swimming	Shared heated outdoor pool and sea swimming
Entertainment	Cinema, pool table and table tennis
Activities	Bikes, sports equipment and organised activities available
Parking	Free island parking
Connectivity	WiFi

Important Information

Information	Details
Maximum Occupancy	14
Bedrooms	6
Bathrooms	3
Accommodation	Entirely ground floor
Dogs	Welcome
Outdoor Pool	Normally open May to September
Causeway	Accessible only around low tide
Water Taxi	Available by prior arrangement
Minimum Stay	Generally 2 nights
Arrival & Departure	Must account for tidal access
Island Pub	Seasonal opening
Event Spaces	Separate charges may apply

Location & Things to Do Near Rosetti House

Osea Island is part of the holiday rather than simply the location of the accommodation. Set in the Blackwater Estuary off the Essex coast, the island covers around 550 acres of gardens, meadows, orchards and salt marsh, edged by approximately five miles of shoreline.

The most unusual part of any stay begins before guests even arrive. The island's ancient tidal causeway emerges around low tide, creating a temporary road linking Osea with the mainland. At high tide the route disappears beneath the estuary, with a water taxi providing an alternative way across when arranged in advance.

Once on the island, cars become far less important. Bikes can be used to explore the tracks, beaches and quieter corners, while walking routes pass through woodland, open meadows and stretches of shoreline. Wildlife includes owls, kestrels, brent geese, cormorants, pheasants, rabbits and muntjac deer.

Water is central to the experience. Guests can use the private beaches for paddling and sea swimming, while boating, fishing and watersports can be arranged through local activity partners. Younger children can spend time crabbing, beachcombing and exploring the shoreline.

The heated outdoor pool provides an alternative to the estuary from May to September. When the weather changes, The Shack offers a cinema alongside games including pool and table tennis.

For groups staying several nights, Maldon is the obvious mainland excursion. The historic town is known for its Hythe Quay and traditional Thames sailing barges, while the wider Blackwater Estuary provides further opportunities for coastal walks and wildlife watching.

Rosetti House therefore works differently from a conventional cottage near Maldon: the principal attraction is having an entire private-island environment immediately outside the door.

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