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.
Colchester Zoo
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.
Lavenham Coconut Mill
Coconut Mill is a tastefully decorated three-bedroom house converted from a Victorian mill located close to the historic town centre of Lavenham, offering a homely and peaceful setting with easy access to local amenities and scenic countryside surroundings.
1 mile from Melford Hall
Melford Hall is a historic Grade I listed stately home in Suffolk with 16th-century origins and Tudor architecture. Owned by the National Trust and open to the public seasonally, it offers a blend of both indoor historic house tours and extensive outdoor grounds hosting events.
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.
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Avondale
Large 6-bedroom terraced holiday home near the beach in Clacton-on-Sea, ideal for families and groups seeking a coastal retreat with outdoor space and on-site parking.
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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.
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.
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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.
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3 miles from Bourne Mill
Bourne Mill is a historic Grade I listed former fishing lodge and mill located in Colchester, Essex, managed by the National Trust. Visitors can explore the restored mill machinery and the mill's surrounding pond, experiencing both indoor historic architecture and outdoor picturesque grounds.
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.
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3 miles from Landguard Fort
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.
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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3 miles from Flatford Wildlife Garden
Flatford Wildlife Garden is a family-friendly nature reserve set in the historic village of Flatford, Suffolk. Visitors can explore an outdoor garden rich with wildlife, including a living willow tunnel, a wildlife pond home to newts, and habitats for various insects and birds. The garden offers seasonal events, picnic areas, and educational opportunities about wildlife-friendly gardening. The main paths are wheelchair accessible with some limitations to certain areas. Dogs are allowed on leads, and entry is free for all visitors.
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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3 miles from Hedingham Castle
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.
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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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.
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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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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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.
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The School House Cottage
This is a luxury converted school outhouse with a cosy and romantic feel, located within a peaceful village close to amenities, featuring a ground-floor open plan living space and a private enclosed garden patio.
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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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.
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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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3 miles from Flatford
Flatford is a historic hamlet in Suffolk, celebrated for inspiring the paintings of John Constable. Visitors can explore unique historic buildings, enjoy riverside walks and boat hire on the River Stour, visit an exhibition about Constable, and relax in a riverside tea-room. The venue offers family-friendly activities and is accessible for wheelchair users and dog-friendly.
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.
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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.
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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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.
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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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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.
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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.
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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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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.
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3 miles from Gainsborough’s House
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.
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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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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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.
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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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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.
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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.
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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Sunnyside
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.
2 miles from Copt Hall Marshes
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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Doggetts Farm - Orchard House
Orchard House is a recently renovated five-bedroom cottage in a quiet rural setting near Rochford, blending modern comfort with countryside charm in a peaceful environment.
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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.
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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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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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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.
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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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The Long Barn
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.
3 miles from Danbury Commons and Blakes Wood
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.
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.
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The Great Escape
This large detached six-bedroom house in the quiet village of Barham, Suffolk, comfortably accommodates families or groups with various bedrooms, a games room, and a private hot tub in the garden, offering a peaceful and cosy retreat for togetherness and relaxation.
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