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Condo in Essex

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 250 reviews

Seaside Beach Apartment HotTub & woodburning fire

Exclusive use Seaside Beach Apartment with a moulded Hot Tub. The apartment is very spacious & 2 minutes walk to the sandy beach. Great for 1 or 2 couples or a family. Modern newly refurbed decor with a comfy lounge upstairs & open fire & cosy downstairs snug with a wood burning stove. Beach walks with/without dogs all year round with no restrictions. Private courtyard garden with hot tub, table & chairs & bbq area 2x TV’s, Stairs down to basement. We love being by the sea and so will you.

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Home in East Bergholt

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 113 reviews

"Landscape" New Eco Lodge Flatford Mill

Tranquil, Stylish and Luxurious. "Landscape" is a brand new 2 bedroom Eco Lodge in Flatford in the heart of Constable Country . With views over Dedham Vale an Area Of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Sleeps 4 in 1 king double room and 1 twin/double room . Open plan kitchen lounge with log burner and bi-fold doors opening on to a beautiful patio with natural pond and countryside views . Separate utility/boot room and luxury bathroom. Newly built to the highest standards and luxury finish.

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Cottage in West Mersea

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 204 reviews

Cottage on the beach

With its own beachside garden and breathtaking uninterrupted views of the wildest of Essex creeks and marshes, the cottage is only to be reached on foot atop a sea wall. The perfect retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The last in a row of westerly facing cottages, perfect to watch the evening sun go down . From the front garden or even laying in bed, watch the tide slip in and out, the fishing boats come and go and live, for a while, in a world moving at a slower pace.

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Home in Essex

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 211 reviews

Daisy Beach House is your seaside dream house!

Daisy Beach House in Walton-on-the-Naze has bright furnishings, white walls, tongue & groove panelling, bunting, fairy lights and lots of fun and quirky accessories! You will really feel the holiday vibe when you walk in! The house is in a fab location right behind the beach huts & the prom so just a short stroll and you're on the beach! The house even comes with a front row Beach Hut included at certain times of the year and with comfy beds and sea air - you will sleep like a log!

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Chalet in Lee-over-Sands

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 198 reviews

Solitude 2 hours from London. Sea. Sky. Space.

Now with super-fast Fibre Max internet, The Beach House is situated on the Essex Sunshine Coast, right on the bank of a tidal creek with stunning views of the sea in front and the river behind. Being in the Nature Reserve, we cannot accept dogs or pets of any kind; sorry. We do not let to groups; we only let to families or two couples maximum. Absolutely no groups of more than four guests or parties of any kind. High tide sometimes cuts off the house so please be aware of this.

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Cottage in Coggeshall

4.85 out of 5 average rating, 371 reviews

The Cottage Spa

Enjoy a stylish experience at this centrally-located cottage offering a unique and pleasant stay. The Cottage has been finished to an exceptionally high standard to offer you a luxurious stay. Cosy warm log burner comes as standard ♥️ Relaxing outdoor private sauna with built in light chromotherapy. Enjoy a kayak along a beautiful stretch of the river Black water, a 20 second walk away from the Cottage, 2 Kayaks included. Alternatively lounge in the hot tub and enjoy the stars!

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Condo in Thorpe Bay

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 323 reviews

Estuary Views Penthouse with Parking

A Beachfront Coastal Retreat with private driveway parking & situated in the sort after area Thorpe Bay. Boasting unspoilt Panoramic Sea Views. Central to Blue Flag Beaches, 2 mins from award winning restaurants, superb location for coastal walks, watching the seabirds & a short walk to the longest Pier in the world. Re-Designed with Bi-Folding Glass doors, bringing the Outside Inside. Intricately Designed embracing tiny details that define our property for a Luxury & cosy stay.

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Condo in Essex

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 140 reviews

River View Apartment

Barge View apartment is an independent living space in the heart of Maldon. Offering amazing views over the River Blackwater there is no place quite like it, in fact the river front and iconic Thames barges are just a stone’s throw away! The beautiful Prom Park is also on the doorstep perfect for photography or exercise. There are numerous places to eat with many restaurants and pubs a few minutes walk away. This stylish and cosy apartment was completed in January 2022

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Home in West Mersea

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 152 reviews

The Moorings: 3 bed house in historic Lane.

Located in the historic and picturesque Anchorage area of beautiful Mersea Island the house is in a quiet and tranquil lane, with the sea a moments distance away. 50 Yards at the end of the lane turn left for pubs and restaurants and turn right to find the sea wall, with opportunities for bird watching and scenic dog walks. The property sleeps 5/6 people and has an enclosed garden with seating and bbq, there is also a large lockable shed for any outdoor equipment.

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Cottage in Clare

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 184 reviews

Wrenwood Cottage - quiet, riverside retreat

Wrenwood is a beautifully presented, riverside cottage in the quaint historic town of Clare. At over 250 years old and recently renovated, it is the perfect place for a relaxing break. Situated along a quiet footpath, next to the River Stour and a few minutes' walk from the High Street, it is conveniently placed to explore the delights of the Suffolk and Essex countryside. With its inglenook fireplaces, exposed beams and cosy rooms, it exudes country charm.

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Condo in Southend-on-Sea

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 222 reviews

Seashells - Thorpe Bay beach apartments

Seashells is a beautiful seafront apartment with amazing views over the Estuary. Sit back and watch the ships sail past or cross the road and you are on the beach. We are a short stroll from the main strip on Southend seafront but far enough away to avoid the crowds. There are plenty of bars and restaurants within walking distance. The 1 bedroom apartment has a king size bed, south facing balcony, full kitchen, modern shower room, 50" tv and free wifi.

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Cottage in Wivenhoe

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 126 reviews

Riverside gem with a nautical past

In the heart of lower Wivenhoe on the quay, our little self-contained cottage was once part of the home of The Colne Marine and Yacht Company. Its thick brick walls and quiet and pretty disposition, defy its former role as a working yard where timber yachts were crafted and repaired, drawn up inside at high tide. Emma and Charlie welcome guests back time after time to relax and enjoy this very special place. We hope you will join them.