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Holiday accommodation in Essex:

Self-catering holiday cottages in Essex provide families and couples with classic accommodation and a useful base to explore out into this historic county. One of England’s ancient counties, Essex was originally part of the Kingdom of Essex, and today offers a rich and varied mix of engaging towns – visit Colchester for a trip back to Roman times. A family holiday favourite for all ages is a visit to the seaside, and in particular Southend-on-Sea, to walk down Southend Pier, it is the longest pleasure pier in the world and is almost a mile and a half long going into the Thames Estuary.

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Exterior | Violet Place, Chelmsford

Violet Place, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 6AU.

A modern, luxurious home, perfect for relaxing family gatherings, with easy access to the vibrant city of Chelmsford.

  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Kitchen | Holland Beach Bungalow, Clacton on Sea

Holland Beach Bungalow, Clacton on Sea, Essex, CO15 5AT.

Here is a truly luxurious chalet styled bungalow located in the prestigious Avenues of Clacton-on-Sea situated just 450 yards from the beach.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • Stairgate
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
  • Seaside
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Living area | 1 Lamb Barn, Clacton-on-Sea

1 Lamb Barn, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, CO16 8HS.

A beautiful timber frame barn conversion, all on one level, making a perfect holiday retreat for couples and small families alike.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Pets – no charge
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Luxury Collection
  • Seaside
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Exterior | The Chapel, Great Bromley

The Chapel, Great Bromley, Essex, CO7 7JT.

Unique and luxurious, comfortably sleeping up to eight guests, with the bonus of a private indoor swimming pool.

  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Swimming Pool
  • Swimming Pool - Indoor
  • Swimming Pool - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Rural Location
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Living room | Toppesfield Hall, Halstead

Toppesfield Hall, Halstead, Essex, CO9 4LS.

With its own hot tub, this is the perfect place in which to relax and unwind within the tranquillity of the Essex countryside.

  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Exterior | Country Escape at The Granary - Winter Cottages, Easthorpe, near Colchester

Country Escape at The Granary, Easthorpe, near Colchester, Essex, CO5 9HG.

Escape to the country in style and luxury! This two bedroom detached, new-build barn is ideally situated in a beautiful part of Essex.

  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Exterior | Warren House Retreat, Maldon

Warren Lodge, Maldon, Essex, CM9 6RW.

An awe inspiring and historical destination, its stag logo reflecting origins as a red deer park. The 325 acre estate boasts breathtaking views, superb golf courses, a beautiful wedding...

  • Golf nearby
  • Hot Tub
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Swimming Pool
  • Swimming Pool - Indoor
  • Swimming Pool - Shared
  • Hot Tub - Private
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Essex self-catering holiday cottages to rent

Essex holiday cottages allow you to explore the county’s lesser-known locations – smaller, picturesque hamlets are popular. Close proximity to Suffolk also gives you an easy route to Constable country, or if you want a City experience, take a day trip into London. The area is very well connected via road and train – London Liverpool Station is just an hour from Colchester.

Essex is a large county in East Anglia with a large coastal area, London is to the South West, Suffolk to the North and Hertfordshire to the West. Essex has some fantastic scenery and some incredibly old and beautiful villages. Chelmsford is in the centre of Essex but Colchester is probably its best known town. Dating back before the Romans, Colcheter is England's oldest recorded town and as you can imagine it has a huge range of architecture. Essex has a range of holiday homes to accommodate all sizes of holiday groups from two to twenty. From Oak framed buildings to Georgian mansions there is something for everyone.

The coastline has some really nice villages and probably the most well know part is Maldon and the Blackwater River. It is known for its great sailing area as well as its table salt. In fact there are 35 islands in Essex! Clacton and Southend are larger seaside towns and Southend has the longest pier in England. Inland there is much to do in Essex. Apart from the scenery, Gardens and Houses there are many attractions to see as well as activities.