Essex is a historic county in East England known for Roman heritage, scenic coastline, charming market towns, and good transport links.
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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.
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.
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.
The Long Barn is a detached holiday property in the Essex countryside with ground floor open plan living and sleeping accommodation suitable for families and pet owners.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Volunteers perform stories about the people and events that shaped Audley End. The performance accompanies an exhibition of paintings about three generations of the family connected with the house.
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.
Sunnyside is a Victorian seaside cottage on Mersea Island offering accommodation for five guests with three bedrooms and two bathrooms, featuring spacious, light-filled rooms and garden access.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Prior's Hall Barn is a well-preserved medieval barn in Essex dating from the mid 15th century, featuring an impressive aisled interior and crown post roof. The barn is open free to the public on weekends from April to September with a small car park nearby but no onsite food or facilities.
An exhibition of photographs by Lachlan French and Clive Downes reveals Audley End’s usually closed second-floor rooms, once used as guest bedrooms and servants’ quarters. The images explore the rooms’ faded interiors and traces of life in the house.
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.
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.
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.