Essex

Essex is a historic county in East England known for Roman heritage, scenic coastline, charming market towns, and good transport links.

The Resort House

The Resort House is a large modern four-bedroom house in Greenhithe’s Ingress Park, offering a family-friendly and private retreat setting with easy access to central London and local amenities including Bluewater Shopping Centre.

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The Essex Country Club

The Essex Country Club is set within an 18-hole Championship golf course offering a variety of leisure and activity options in a countryside setting with access to spa facilities and local attractions.

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Rose Cottage

Rose Cottage is a unique upside-down house nestled in serene countryside, offering two bedrooms and panoramic views from its upstairs living area with access to a balcony and outdoor spaces, located near Mersea Island with nearby pubs, restaurants, and coastal walks.

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West Mersea Park

This lodge-style accommodation is set on West Mersea Holiday Park near the beach featuring a ground-floor open plan living space with two bedrooms and two bathrooms, offering a relaxed coastal stay with nearby on-site amenities including a café, bar, and shops.

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Mayflower Cottage

Mayflower Cottage is a terraced coastal cottage in Harwich, Essex, offering a classic seaside setting with views of the estuary and easy access to local historic and natural attractions.

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Evie Rose Cottage

Evie Rose Cottage is a quaint, comfortable stable conversion next to a 9-hole golf course and clubhouse with a bar and restaurant, set in rural paddock and woodland surroundings near Stansted Airport.

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St Osyth and Martello Beach

St Osyth and Martello Beach holiday park offers a beachfront location near Clacton-on-Sea on the Essex coast with family-oriented entertainment and leisure facilities including an indoor heated pool and a beach nearby.

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Sycamore Farm

Sycamore Farmhouse is a 15th-century farmhouse situated on a working farm near Bramford, Ipswich, offering a rustic and cosy countryside retreat with abundant beams and views of highland cattle. It caters for groups and families, including pet-friendly facilities, and provides a peaceful setting surrounded by nature and rural landscapes.

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English Oak

This is a secluded woodland lodge on the Essex/Suffolk border designed for couples seeking peace and privacy, featuring a private garden and hot tub, an open-plan living space with countryside views, and shared on-site amenities including a sauna, games room, and tennis court.

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Ashen Equestrian : Mac Shack Stable

Mac Shack Stables is a stylishly renovated former stable located at Ashen Equestrian Centre near the Stour Valley, offering a peaceful rural retreat with countryside views, suitable for families, couples, and walkers.

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House of Light

House of Light is a bright and spacious accommodation located in the coastal town of Harwich, offering a comfortable and inviting atmosphere suited for families and groups.

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Blackwell Barn

A compact and comfortable barn conversion retreat for two guests located in the rural Suffolk village of Raydon, featuring countryside views and shared grounds with the owner.

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Brightlingsea Holiday Park

Brightlingsea Holiday Park is a coastal holiday park located on the Essex Sunshine Coast, known for its seaside views and family-friendly environment near historic Brightlingsea town and local attractions.

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Cosy Cottage

Cosy Cottage is a charming two-bedroom riverside cottage in the Essex/Suffolk borders near Mistley and Manningtree, set in a peaceful village with historic and natural surroundings, ideal for small families or groups seeking a homely and quiet retreat.

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River Lodge

River Lodge is a two-bedroom house located in a quiet neighbourhood near Canary Wharf with access to a riverside walk, offering a private enclosed garden and onsite parking, suitable for families and groups of up to four guests.

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Admiralty Lodge

Admiralty Lodge is a three-bedroom, two-bathroom property in Shotley Gate offering tranquil riverside views from dual balconies and a bright, comfortable living space in a peaceful coastal setting ideal for families and couples.

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Ratcliffe Cottage

A cozy two-bedroom holiday house in Ipswich with a private garden, located within walking distance to the historic town and waterfront, suitable for up to three guests and welcoming one small dog.

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Shepherd's Retreat

This one-bedroom shepherd's hut is situated within a fruit farm in Ongar, offering a quiet and scenic rural retreat with views of orchards and close access to farm amenities including a shop and café.

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Bramble No.6 - Hall Farm Cottages

Bramble is a ground floor two-bedroom apartment in Althorne, Essex, set in a rural village location with views over the river and surrounding countryside and a nearby vineyard with cafe.

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Humperdink

This charming coastal retreat is nestled within a 750-acre bird reserve offering a peaceful rural setting close to a shingle-sand beach and tidal creeks, ideal for families and nature lovers.

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Decoy Farm Holiday Cottages - The Haybarn

A ground floor terraced holiday cottage set on a working fruit farm near natural reserves, with rural peaceful surroundings and views across to Northward Hill RSPB Reserve, suitable for families and featuring enclosed garden space.

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Spring Vale Bungalow

The Bungalow is a charming single-storey home in the village of Ardleigh, Essex, set within picturesque grounds near lakes and countryside, offering a peaceful rural retreat with natural surroundings.

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Seascape

Seascape is a three-storey terraced property near Clacton-on-Sea beach, suitable for families or couples seeking a seaside stay with coastal views and nearby local amenities.

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Hill House

This Grade II listed house in the village of Polstead offers a characterful and peaceful setting opposite the village green, blending classic period features with a homely atmosphere for families and small groups.

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Longridge

A large luxury house near Mersea Island set in scenic countryside with outdoor space including an enclosed lawned garden, patio, and private hot tub suitable for families and pet owners.

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Periwinkle No.5 - Hall Farm Cottages

Periwinkle is a first floor two-bedroom apartment in Althorne, Essex, set in a peaceful village with scenic countryside and river views, ideal for families or groups seeking a cosy and countryside retreat.

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Dovercourt

This accommodation is a holiday park located near a Blue Flag Beach, offering family-focused and child-friendly entertainment with an indoor heated pool, adventure golf, sports facilities, and a clubhouse with restaurant and bar.

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Thistle No.4 - Hall Farm Cottages

Thistle is a two-bedroom apartment in Althorne, Essex, situated in a tranquil countryside village setting with scenic views over the river and surrounding countryside near a vineyard with a café.

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Pattiswick Hall

A luxurious detached farmhouse set on a working arable farm in rural Essex, offering spacious accommodation for family gatherings with countryside views and private outdoor amenities including a swimming pool and tennis court.

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1 Lamb Barn

This offering is a beautiful timber frame barn conversion on one level suitable for couples and small families, located in a peaceful countryside setting near the coast and local towns with sandy beaches and a variety of nearby attractions.

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North Farm Lodge

A ground floor detached coastal property with open plan living, two bedrooms, and a private garden, located on Britain’s most easterly inhabited island providing peaceful, scenic surroundings with opportunities for walking, bird watching, and enjoying local seafood.

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Mark Farmhouse

A traditional early 20th century weatherboard farmhouse situated in rural Essex countryside, offering a peaceful setting with countryside views, suitable for families or groups of friends seeking a tranquil retreat.

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Liston Hall Barn

Liston Hall Barn is a spacious converted 5-bedroom barn located in the countryside of Gosfield, Essex, offering a peaceful and stylish rural retreat with ample outdoor space and modern comforts.

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Sunny Meadow Cottage

Sunny Meadow Cottage is a quaint, romantic one-bedroom cottage set in the peaceful Suffolk countryside near Sudbury, offering a homely and cosy atmosphere with a private garden and easy access to local nature and historic attractions.

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Chestnut Lodge

Chestnut Lodge is a newly built, two-bedroom holiday lodge set in the tranquil countryside of Toppesfield, offering a cosy and stylish atmosphere with outdoor activities and scenic surroundings.

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Walnut Cottage

A characterful 14th century semi-detached cottage in the centre of Sproughton village with original features and a wood burner, offering a peaceful country setting with an enclosed garden and private parking.

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Warren Lodges

Warren Lodges offers a rural retreat within a large countryside and woodland area at the Warren Golf and Country Club, providing a scenic environment with views and outdoor hot tubs on generous decks, set near picturesque villages and beaches.

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Lime Tree House

Lime Tree House is a spacious newly built six-bedroom holiday home in the countryside near Sudbury, offering a peaceful and family-friendly retreat with scenic views and a private garden.

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Ryeland Hut

Ryeland Shepherd Hut is an off-grid eco hut set in rural farmland offering a private and cosy glamping experience with natural surroundings and a sense of tranquillity.

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Old Alton Hall Farmhouse

A detached former farmhouse in the Suffolk countryside offering accommodation for up to 10 guests, with extensive outdoor space, pet-friendly policies, family-friendly features, and nearby countryside and wildlife exploration opportunities.

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Swift Johnson

This caravan is a coastal accommodation located close to a Blue Flag beach and Dovercourt Holiday Park, offering a family-friendly atmosphere and proximity to various on-site leisure activities.

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Silver Birch

This accommodation is a peaceful rural lodge on the Essex/Suffolk border with countryside surroundings, located close to a village with local shops, a brewery, and a dog-friendly pub, suitable for up to 4 guests with outdoor amenities and a private hot tub.

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The Stables

This stylish and comfortable apartment offers a romantic rural retreat surrounded by Suffolk countryside near Great Bealings, with panoramic views, abundant wildlife, and proximity to Woodbridge and local natural attractions.

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Leys Barn

A converted barn in a rural setting overlooking open fields, offering ground floor open-plan living with three bedrooms and a garden with seating area amid a peaceful countryside environment.

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Toppesfield Hall

Toppesfield Hall is a historic holiday retreat in the Essex countryside with five guest capacity across two bedrooms set in tranquil surroundings with garden views from bedrooms, renovated recently with a private hot tub and shared sauna on site.

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Staying Inn

Stylish and spacious lodge located in a tranquil gated community on West Mersea Holiday Park with sea views and walking distance to local amenities, offering a comfortable coastal retreat for small families or groups.

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Coastal Gem

A stylish, contemporary seaside property with three bedrooms, a private garden, and a hot tub, located near sandy beaches and local amenities in Holland-on-Sea.

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The Snug Cottage

A cosy cottage in the historic Suffolk village of Stratford St. Mary offering a peaceful rural retreat with period charm and modern comforts for small families, couples, or friends.

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Lowal House - Lowal House

Large rural bungalow near Saffron Walden offering a peaceful countryside retreat with garden, woodburner, and nearby walking opportunities.

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Linley Farm Cottages - Dairy Cottage

This ground-floor cottage is set within 3 acres of grounds with wildlife and rolling countryside views, offering a tranquil rural retreat with easy wheelchair access and private parking for 2-3 cars.

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