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.
Angie's Beachside House
A quirky renovated 1920s boathouse by the sea at Point Clear, offering tranquil and scenic waterside accommodation for up to 4 guests and 1 pet, with a games room and private terrace overlooking panoramic sea views.
The Beth Chatto Gardens in Elmstead Market is a renowned outdoor garden featuring drought-tolerant gravel gardens, a lush water garden, and mature woodland with century-old oaks. The garden offers an accessible and peaceful experience with facilities including refreshments, plant sales, and parking. Access is free for RHS members on selected days.
Cutters Cottage
Cutters Cottages is a beamed 16th-century cottage in a village setting near the river and marina, featuring four bedrooms accommodating six guests and offering a garden patio area with outdoor seating.
Stanstead Bury is a historic Tudor-origin house in Hertfordshire featuring a blend of architectural styles and family heritage. Visitors can tour the house, gardens, and the adjacent Grade I listed St James' Church, with opportunities to purchase local produce and enjoy refreshments. The site offers partial wheelchair access and scheduled guided tours.
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.
Barn House and Mansion - The Essex Mansion
This luxury seven-bedroom mansion in Romford, Essex, is set on 4 acres with extensive gardens and offers a range of high-end amenities including an indoor heated swimming pool, cinema room, gym, sauna, private hot tubs, and games room, suited for families and groups seeking an indulgent and spacious retreat.
Russets
A loft-style first floor apartment set on a working fruit farm in the Essex countryside within the Epping Forest District, offering a peaceful and scenic rural retreat for up to two guests with pet allowance and on-site parking.
Hill Hall is an Elizabethan Renaissance mansion built between 1568-77, featuring rare figurative wall paintings. Currently divided into private houses, parts of the hall are open for pre-booked guided tours. The venue offers onsite parking and basic facilities but is not wheelchair accessible and does not have onsite food services.
Steeple Bay
Steeple Bay is a family-friendly leisure park located on the Blackwater Estuary in the South East of England, offering waterside views and a variety of activities including fishing, children's clubs, and outdoor heated pools.
Northey Island is a tidal island in Essex's Blackwater Estuary, accessible by causeway at low tide. It is a nature-rich site managed by the National Trust and known for its historical significance in the Battle of Maldon.
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.
Fowlmere Nature Reserve is a wildlife haven in farmland featuring diverse habitats like reedbeds, fen, and a rare chalk stream, ideal for spotting various birds and wildlife along accessible trails and hides.
Barn House and Mansion - Essex Barn House
This converted barn in Stapleford Abbotts offers a peaceful countryside retreat with three bedrooms, expansive garden frontage, and a private hot tub, ideal for families or small groups seeking a stylish and homely stay.
Pond View Loft
A charming one-bedroom first-floor annexe in the peaceful countryside of Bulmer, Suffolk, offering scenic views, a balcony, and a private parking space, ideal for couples or solo travellers seeking relaxation and rural exploration.
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.
Belchamp Hall is a Queen Anne country house in Suffolk housing an eclectic collection illustrating the Raymond family history, featuring Gainsborough portraits, a medieval church, formal gardens, and a Victorian summer house. It offers both indoor historic tours and outdoor landscaped grounds.
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.
Copt Hall Marshes is a wildlife-rich working farm on the Blackwater Estuary, offering visitors outdoor experiences including walking trails, bird watching, and nature conservation in an important breeding area for farmland and coastal birds.
The Mount
This holiday cottage is a semi-detached property set on the ground floor in the heart of the Suffolk countryside, offering peaceful and stylish accommodation with a large garden and private onsite parking.
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.
Thorington Hall is a historic Grade-II* listed manor house in Suffolk, known for its timber-framed architecture and unique superstitious marks. Managed by the National Trust, it is primarily an indoor heritage site with occasional public access during special events.
Doggetts Farm - The Cartlodge
The Cart Lodge is a restored four-bedroom barn style lodge in rural Rochford, offering a peaceful, multi-generational retreat with countryside surroundings and spacious private gardens.
Rochford is a historic market town in Essex, England, characterized by its historic buildings, churches, and leisure trails, with convenient train and bus access.
Linley Farm Cottages - Apple Tree Cottage
This accommodation is a ground-floor holiday cottage set within 3 acres of countryside grounds, offering scenic views and abundant wildlife, with a focus on walkers and nature lovers.
Island Cottage
Island Cottage is a two-bedroom fisherman's cottage on Mersea Island near the beach and village, offering a cosy and homely coastal retreat with a private garden, on-site parking, and Wi-Fi included.
Ray Island is a 40.5-hectare nature reserve in Essex featuring saltmarsh, rough grassland, and a shingle foreshore, known for its wildlife and multiple environmental designations. Visitors access the island by boat, exploring its unique natural habitats and birdlife in an outdoor setting.
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.
The Orchards Holiday Village
Orchards Holiday Village is located on the tip of Point Clear near Clacton-on-Sea, offering beach access, pools, fishing lakes, and various family-oriented activities in a seaside setting with nearby town exploration.
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.
Ipswich is a historic port town and county town of Suffolk, England, known for its medieval heritage, cultural institutions, arts scene, and scenic waterfront with marina.
Easthorpe Retreat
A cosy log cabin for couples located in the rural village of Easthorpe with a private hot tub, enclosed courtyard garden, and private parking within the owners' grounds.
Colchester Zoo is a large zoological garden in Essex offering outdoor themed animal habitats with rare and endangered species, interactive exhibits, conservation efforts, and family-friendly facilities.
Hall Farm Cottages - Ivy No.1
Ivy is a two-bedroom ground-floor apartment in Althorne, Essex, offering peaceful countryside views and a tranquil rural setting suitable for families and couples seeking a quiet retreat.
Birds Farm Holidays - Partridge
This accommodation is a charming two-bedroom barn conversion in the village of Elmstead Market, set in a peaceful and scenic countryside location with access to a shared heated outdoor swimming pool and communal gardens.
Green Island Gardens is a wildlife-friendly garden featuring National Plant Collections, diverse themed gardens, and seasonal highlights. Visitors can enjoy autumn colours, rare plants, and an educational wildlife centre.
14 Oct (next Wednesday)
An intensive course covering the stages of designing a garden, from site surveying and drawing plans to landscaping and planting design. It is aimed at people planning their own garden and those considering a career in garden design.
Island Holidays - Island Lodge
Beautiful Island Lodge is a detached waterside accommodation located at Paper Mill Lock, offering a peaceful and stylish retreat in the Essex countryside with a private enclosed garden and terrace overlooking the river.
Danbury Common is a large biological Site of Special Scientific Interest in Essex featuring heathland, woodland, ponds, and uncommon species, with areas managed by the National Trust and Essex Wildlife Trust.
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.
Landguard Fort is a historic artillery fort located at the mouth of the River Orwell in Felixstowe, Suffolk. Dating back to 1540 with major rebuilds in the 18th century, it played key roles in coastal defence including repelling a Dutch attack in 1667 and serving as a World War II military base. Now managed by English Heritage, it features preserved fortifications and offers both indoor exhibits and outdoor exploration.
Harwich is a historic port town in Essex, England, known for its maritime heritage, historic architecture, and cultural festivals, including an annual sea shanty festival.
Curlew
This is a spacious holiday house located directly on the beach overlooking the Colne Estuary, ideal for larger families or two-family groups seeking a seaside retreat with natural coastal and wildlife surroundings.
Belt Annexe
A charming and spacious one-bedroom annexe in a rural location near Writtle with views of woods and countryside, offering a peaceful and romantic retreat with air conditioning and a private hot tub.
Hylands Estate is a large Grade II* public park featuring a Neo-Classical house, formal gardens, ancient woodlands, and an accessible children's playground. Visitors can enjoy indoor and outdoor activities including house tours, art workshops, adventure courses, and seasonal events, with food and drink available on site.
All Saints Cottage
All Saints Cottage is a charming three-bedroom thatched house with traditional English architecture set in the historic town of Saffron Walden, offering a peaceful countryside retreat with lovely gardens and a private outdoor space.
Mals Barn
A spacious and stylish five-bedroom barn conversion nestled in the Essex countryside near vineyards and the River Crouch, offering a private garden and peaceful rural surroundings ideal for families or groups.
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.
Woodland Cottages - Copper Beech
Copper Beech is a large two-bedroom lodge located in the countryside of Toppesfield, offering a peaceful, cosy, and stylish retreat with a private hot tub, outdoor games room, and access to shared facilities including a sauna and tennis courts.
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.
Hedingham Castle is a historic Norman keep and Georgian mansion set in beautiful gardens and woodlands. Visitors can explore the castle interiors via steep stairs, enjoy accessible grounds with picnic and cafe facilities, and attend various events including outdoor theatre. The Georgian House is available for private tours and weddings.
Wiggles and Piggles - Piglet Cottage
A charming one-bedroom barn conversion in the village of Wimbish featuring rustic and contemporary elements, a spacious open-plan living area, private garden with a copper tub under a pagoda, woodburner, and scenic rural surroundings near historic towns.
Audley End House is a grand early 17th-century Jacobean English country house near Saffron Walden, Essex, set within Capability Brown-designed parkland with historic gardens. It served as a royal residence and was used by the Special Operations Executive during WWII. Visitors can explore the extensive interiors, grounds and gardens, which have been featured in film and television.
Emerson Park Villa
A spacious six-bedroom luxury house in Emerson Park with a private heated swimming pool, hot tub, gym, and games room, ideal for family gatherings and celebrations in a scenic and peaceful neighbourhood.
Holly No.2 - Hall Farm Cottages
Holly is a first floor two-bedroom apartment in Althorne, Essex, offering tranquil countryside views and a serene village setting, ideal for a peaceful retreat among natural surroundings.
Cherry Cottage
Cherry Cottage is a spacious two-bedroom cottage set in the countryside with beautiful river views, offering a tranquil and scenic retreat for up to 4 guests with pet-friendly accommodation and a private garden patio.
Pin Mill is a scenic outdoor destination on the Suffolk Coast featuring woodland and heathland restoration, panoramic river views, a peaceful nature walk, and nearby village amenities including shops and a pub. The terrain is uneven and steep, limiting wheelchair accessibility.
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.
Ray Island is a protected wildlife haven in Essex known for its rare saltmarsh plants and breeding water birds, with no public footpaths or visitor access on foot to preserve the natural habitat.
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.
Gainsborough’s House in Sudbury is the childhood home of the artist Thomas Gainsborough, now a museum featuring extensive indoor galleries with exhibitions and collections alongside outdoor gardens and panoramic views. The venue offers a café, shop, and workshops, making it a cultural and educational destination.
Converted Stable No 3
A cosy open-plan stable conversion cottage on the ground floor in rural Essex, offering peaceful countryside views with private parking and a small patio, close to historic villages and outdoor activities.
Finchingfield Guildhall is a Grade I listed historic building from the 15th and 17th centuries, beautifully restored and serving as a community hub with guided tours, an interactive museum, and a library. Visitors can explore both the interior and exterior, set within the grounds of a Norman church, and enjoy the surrounding village of Finchingfield.
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.
The Orchard & Old Bakery - The Orchard
A single ground-floor accommodation near the Essex/Suffolk border offering a private and rural retreat with a garden, orchard, and wildlife around, suitable for couples and pets with on-site parking and Wi-Fi.
Bridge Cottage is a 16th-century thatched cottage in Flatford, Suffolk, part of the National Trust properties, featuring an exhibition on John Constable and access to scenic River Stour walks.
8 Oct–1 Nov (another 23 days)
Join a guided outdoor tour around Flatford to learn about John Constable’s life and work and see the views that inspired paintings including The Hay Wain and Flatford Mill.
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.
Blake Hall is a historic 17th century house remodelled in 1822, offering beautifully restored barns and private gardens mainly for weddings and special events, with both indoor and outdoor spaces to explore.
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.
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.
Lake House Cottage
A characterful thatched cottage located in a quiet rural area within almost 2 acres of land, offering a cosy and peaceful retreat surrounded by nature and wildlife.
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.
Danbury Commons and Blakes Wood is a large natural reserve featuring ancient woodland, heathland, and historical military sites. Visitors can enjoy diverse wildlife, scenic walking trails, and explore the rich heritage of this Essex ridge-top location.
White Hart Cottages - Fallow Cottage
Fallow Cottage is a cosy holiday cottage constructed in 2021 located in the heart of Hadleigh, featuring a wood burner, private courtyard garden, and proximity to Suffolk countryside and historic villages.
Wolves Wood is an ancient woodland nature reserve in Suffolk offering a flat, circular 1-mile trail through diverse habitats managed by traditional coppicing. Visitors can enjoy birdwatching and insects in a natural wet woodland setting, but facilities are limited and dogs are not allowed except assistance dogs.
Hadleigh is an ancient market town in Suffolk known for its rich medieval and Georgian heritage, historic wool and cloth industry, and notable cultural and artistic connections.
Linley Farm Cottages - Pear Tree Cottage
A ground-floor holiday cottage set within 3 acres of grounds in Essex offering wheelchair access, private parking, shared laundry facilities, and a patio with garden furniture, surrounded by countryside and near coastal paths.
The Woodford Retreat
A stylish two-bedroom detached property in East London with unique design features including a fish tank in the master bedroom wall, located in a leafy suburban area close to transport and amenities, offering a comfortable base for families or groups.
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.
Willow Loft
This one-bedroom annexe in the countryside of Bulmer offers a peaceful and stylish retreat with rustic charm and scenic views, ideal for couples or solo travelers seeking relaxation in a rural setting.
Rectory Manor is a Victorian rectory with Georgian appearance and parts over 1,000 years old, set in a quaint English village near Lavenham, Suffolk. Visitors can enjoy the historic house, extensive gardens, and bed and breakfast facilities including a tennis court and swimming pool.
Gladwyns Farm Lodge
A spacious, stylishly furnished three-bedroom barn set in the grounds of a historic farmhouse in rural Thaxted, offering a private hot tub, garden with firepit and barbecue, and scenic countryside views.
Hall Farm Cottages - Mistletoe No.3
Mistletoe is a two-bedroom ground-floor apartment located in the peaceful village of Althorne, Essex, offering stunning views over the river and countryside, and a tranquil setting with nearby vineyard and café.
Birds Farm Holidays - Plover
This accommodation is a charming two-bedroom barn conversion located in the village of Elmstead Market, set in a peaceful and scenic countryside environment with a shared outdoor swimming pool and communal outdoor space.
Leveret Lodge
Leveret Lodge is a one-bedroom countryside annexe set within rural grounds near the Essex/Suffolk border and offers peaceful surroundings with shared garden, patio, and access to private woodland.
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.
Lakeside Shopping Centre in West Thurrock, Essex is a large indoor retail complex featuring over 250 shops, numerous dining options, a cinema, and a leisure area including a lake with a diving school. It offers extensive parking and direct public transport links, making it a major regional shopping and leisure destination.
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.
Mistley Towers are the surviving twin neoclassical towers of the demolished Church of St. Mary the Virgin in Mistley, Essex, notable for their architectural design by Robert Adam and their historical significance as a Grade I listed structure and scheduled monument.
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.
West Mersea is a historic seaside town on Mersea Island in Essex with Roman roots, a lively maritime heritage, and a range of local cultural and leisure amenities including sailing, regattas, and a museum.
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.
Peacock on the Pin
A romantic and luxurious ground-floor accommodation in Essex with a private hot tub, enclosed garden, and private on-site parking, set in a peaceful countryside location close to a golf course and village amenities.
Markshall Estate in Essex is a 200-acre arboretum and garden estate featuring global tree collections, formal gardens, and family-friendly facilities including play areas and refreshments. It offers free access to RHS members on selected days.
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.
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.
Lavender Cottage
Lavender Cottage is a cosy two-bedroom cottage in the village of Kirby le Soken, Essex, offering a peaceful and homely retreat with easy access to both the coast and countryside.
Aylesbury Lodge
A ground-floor lodge suitable for 4 guests with 2 ensuite bedrooms, private hot tub, enclosed garden, and on-site parking, located near a market town with various local attractions and outdoor activities.
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.
Shepherds Belle & Croft Hut
This semi off-grid glamping site offers a cosy and intimate accommodation set in a secluded meadow with nature immersion, featuring a distinctive lotus belle tent and a croft hut in a countryside setting.
Paycocke's House and Gardens is a Tudor merchant's house with intricate woodwork, paired with restored historic gardens in an Arts and Crafts style. It offers visitors a blend of indoor historic architecture and outdoor garden exploration under National Trust care in Coggeshall, Essex.
The Bull Pen
This detached, single-storey barn conversion is set in a rural village near the Suffolk and Essex borders, offering a peaceful countryside setting with views of surrounding fields and a lawned garden with patio and BBQ area.
Stour Estuary is a nature reserve featuring ancient woodland and estuary habitats where visitors can explore varied nature trails, observe diverse birdlife, and enjoy seasonal flora displays. The reserve offers peaceful outdoor experiences with picnic areas and bird hides overlooking the estuary.
Lowal House - Lowal House
Large rural bungalow near Saffron Walden offering a peaceful countryside retreat with garden, woodburner, and nearby walking opportunities.
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.
Malting Cottage
This 16th century thatched cottage in the Hertfordshire countryside features two bedrooms, rustic decor with beams, and a charming garden shared with a neighbouring property, offering a tranquil village setting in Much Hadham.
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.
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.
Place for Plants: East Bergholt Place Garden is a tranquil 20-acre garden in Suffolk featuring a rich collection of trees, shrubs, and rare plants including National Plant Collections. Visitors can enjoy meandering paths, wildflower meadows, ponds, and a woodland atmosphere in a coastal climate.
The Boat House at Tides Reach
The Boat House is a recently built property set near the beach on Mersea Island offering accommodation for up to four guests with two bedrooms and two bathrooms in a peaceful seaside setting.
Lee Valley
Lee Valley accommodation is located on a peaceful park with lodges and caravans, offering access to miles of walking and cycling routes and proximity to the River Lee in a scenic countryside setting near London and Cambridge.
Rye Meads is a wetland nature reserve in Hertfordshire popular for birdwatching with trails, hides, and a visitor centre. It features accessible paths, seven viewing hides including wheelchair-accessible sections, and opportunities to spot Kingfishers and Common Terns. The site offers basic refreshments, binocular hire, and is suitable for families and children.
Hoddesdon is a historic market town in Hertfordshire with a walkable town centre, served by train and local public transport, featuring heritage sites, markets, and leisure facilities.
Doggetts Farm - Woodland House
Woodland House is a recently renovated and extended character cottage set in a quiet rural location near Rochford, offering a peaceful and homely private retreat with scenic countryside surroundings and access to outdoor activities like fishing.
Sunrise Villa
Sunrise Villa is a four-bedroom family holiday home in Clacton-on-Sea near the beach and town amenities, featuring a garden patio, private parking, and suitable for up to 8 guests including pets.
Chandler's Cottage
A large, tastefully decorated cottage on Mersea Island with a south-facing garden, located within walking distance of the beach and local amenities on a peaceful island that experiences unique tidal changes.
Linley Farm Cottages - Orchard Cottage
A wheelchair accessible ground-floor cottage set within rural Essex surrounded by peaceful countryside and wildlife, offering a homely atmosphere with private outdoor space and parking onsite, suitable for families and pets with good nearby walking and nature immersion possibilities.
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.
Linley Farm Cottages - Meadow View Cottage
A ground-floor bungalow cottage set within 3 acres of grounds near a lake, offering wheelchair access, private parking, and peaceful countryside views with opportunities for fishing, boating, and walking.
Converted Stable No 2
This is a cosy and homely single-bedroom cottage set on a working farm in rural Essex countryside, offering a ground floor open plan living space with peaceful views over fields and easy access to local nature and historic market towns.
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.
Ivy Rose Cottage
A charming 2-bedroom cottage located in the quiet village of Tuddenham, Suffolk, offering a peaceful and scenic countryside setting within walking distance of a gastro pub.
Olympic
A comfortable three-bedroom caravan on the Pretoria Caravan Site in St Osyth, offering a peaceful seaside stay close to the beach and local amenities, suitable for families, friends, or couples.
Ashen Equestrian : Saddlers
A cosy converted barn accommodation set on a peaceful private equestrian site in the Suffolk countryside, offering rustic charm and modern comforts in a tranquil rural village location.
Oak Tree Cottage
Charming semi-rural cottage in Kirby-le-Soken with countryside views, close to coastal towns, featuring two bedrooms suitable for families, an enclosed garden, and private parking.
Wiggles and Piggles - Wiggles Cottage
A charming and romantic one-bedroom barn conversion situated in a tranquil village setting near a historic market town, featuring rustic charm and contemporary elegance in a self-contained, peaceful rural retreat with a private garden including a luxurious outdoor copper bath under a pergola.
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.
Kyson Hill in Woodbridge, Suffolk, offers grassy slopes, specimen trees, and views of the estuary, ideal for walking and relaxation in an outdoor natural setting. It features walking trails through woodland, mudflats, and estuarine ecosystems and allows dogs on leads. The site is accessible via footpath from Woodbridge Railway Station and has benches for resting, but the terrain is uneven and not wheelchair accessible.
Bramley Cottage
This accommodation is a one-bedroom holiday retreat set in a quiet rural part of Essex surrounded by fruit trees, featuring an open-plan living area, woodburner, enclosed garden with patio, and private parking.
Point Clear View
Point Clear View is a three-storey detached coastal home near a natural beach on the Essex coast, suitable for couples and families with sea views and access to outdoor decking and balcony spaces.
Linley Farm Cottages - Willow Tree Cottage
Willow Tree Cottage is a ground-floor family cottage in a rural Essex park, surrounded by countryside and wildlife with privacy and wheelchair access.
Birds Farm Holidays - Swallow
This charming two-bedroom barn conversion is set in the picturesque village of Elmstead Market, offering a peaceful countryside retreat with shared outdoor swimming pool and garden seating area.
Seawick Holiday Park
Seawick Holiday Park is a family-focused holiday park near Clacton-on-Sea offering various entertainment and leisure facilities including indoor and outdoor heated pools, a restaurant, and outdoor play areas in a fresh air setting.
Highfield Grange
Highfield Grange in Clacton-on-Sea offers a traditional seaside holiday setting with a range of on-park activities including indoor and outdoor heated pools, adventure playgrounds, and multi-sports courts, alongside eateries like The Boathouse Bar and Restaurant and takeaway options.
Ivy Todd Barn
Ivy Todd Barn is a converted barn set in rural Essex with exposed beams and high ceilings, featuring an open plan living area, three bedrooms including a zip and link bed and a galleried day bed, and an enclosed courtyard with garden furniture and countryside views.
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.
Yasmin Cottage
Late Victorian cottage in Maldon with two bedrooms, a large garden, and parking, offering a cosy and homely atmosphere within walking distance to town amenities and countryside walks.
Northey Island is a remote coastal island in the Blackwater Estuary, Essex, accessible only by a tidal causeway at low tide. It is known for its historical significance as the oldest recorded battlefield in Britain and as a peaceful wildlife haven with saltmarsh habitat and a waymarked walking trail. Visitors should check tide times before visiting due to causeway accessibility restrictions.
Maldon is a historic market town in Essex known for its maritime heritage, annual festivals, and scenic riverside location on the Blackwater Estuary.
Decoy Farm Holiday Cottages - The Cart Shed
This accommodation is a terraced holiday cottage set on an owner's working fruit farm near the Northward Hill RSPB Nature Reserve, offering a quiet rural setting with wildlife viewing opportunities and views across farmland adjacent to a heronry.
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.
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.
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.
Grange Barn is a historic 13th-century timber-framed barn in Coggeshall, Essex, preserved by the National Trust and open to the public with exhibits on its history and woodworking heritage.
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.
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.
Kentwell Hall is a moated Tudor country house in Suffolk featuring extensive formal gardens and grounds, a rare breeds farm, and a variety of historical exhibitions and events. Visitors can explore the house interiors as well as outdoor gardens, with facilities supporting accessibility and on-site dining.
8 Oct, 15 Oct…
A gentle guided walk around the park, offering time to move, enjoy the fresh air and connect with nature at your own pace.
Birds Farm Holidays - Robin
This accommodation is a one-bedroom barn conversion in the village of Elmstead Market offering a peaceful and homely setting with a shared outdoor swimming pool and shared games room in scenic surroundings ideal for a quiet retreat or family stay.
Converted Stable No 1
A cosy open plan ground floor cottage converted from an old stable, located in peaceful countryside surroundings near Great Sampford with private patio and parking.
Goldstones Farm - The Dutch Barn
A spacious and stylish luxury barn conversion on a working farm edge in Ashdon village offering scenic countryside views, well-suited for families or groups seeking a peaceful rural retreat with waterside features.
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.
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.
Mersea Island Holiday Park
Mersea Island Holiday Park offers a peaceful setting near the beach and countryside on Mersea Island, featuring family entertainment and nature-focused surroundings by the Blackwater Estuary.