As featured in

Become a member for free to access exclusive deals
Essex Dog Friendly Villas
Tendring District
The Granada
Ref: S879561
Reviews 1
From
£77
per nightBraintree District
Bell Tower Cottage, Little Henny
Ref: S604805
Reviews 16
From
£149
per nightBraintree District
Belchamp Hall Mill, Belchamp Walter
Ref: S1048516
Reviews 2
From
£179
per nightUttlesford District
Gin and Toffee Carriage, Thaxted
Ref: S1078497
From
£131
per nightTendring District
1 Bed Cottage in Manningtree
Ref: S266358
From
£88
per nightTendring District
Home by the Sea
Ref: S882472
From
£188
per nightTendring District
Sea Vista - Dovercourt
Ref: S1053213
From
£188
per nightBraintree District
Belchamp Hall Coach House, Belchamp Walter
Ref: S1048515
Reviews 1
From
£133
per nightTendring District
3 Bed Cottage in Walton on the naze
Ref: S811458
From
£151
per nightTendring District
The Upper Circle
Ref: S842383
Reviews 2
From
£81
per nightTendring District
Lodge Cottage
Ref: S819214
Reviews 7
From
£158
per nightTendring District
Hide and Sleep
Ref: S821506
Reviews 5
From
£189
per nightTendring District
21 Skippers Way
Ref: S1075522
From
£140
per nightUttlesford District
The Saracens Head Hotel
Ref: S494208
From
£59
per nightTendring District
The Pier Hotel
Ref: S290169
From
£164
per nightBraintree District
The Stables, relax in 5 star style and comfort with lovely walks all around
Ref: S474703
From
£134
per nightColchester District
Talbooth House & Spa
Ref: S601642
From
£289
per nightChelmsford District
Rothmans B&B
Ref: S500411
From
£71
per nightBraintree District
White Hart Hotel by Greene King Inns
Ref: S492248
From
£62
per nightHarlow District
The Harlow Hotel By AccorHotels
Ref: S902532
From
£51
per nightMaldon District
The Retreat- amazing scenic views of the Essex countryside!
Ref: S993393
From
£120
per nightColchester District
The Victory at Mersea
Ref: S504745
From
£130
per nightColchester District
Birds Farm
Ref: S968289
From
£120
per nightColchester District
Beautiful 1-Bed Apartment in Colchester
Ref: S975578
From
£163
per nightReviews
What our customers say about their holidays
Elaine - Verified booking
Beautifully appointed property, tastefully decorated and very comfortable.
We all found our beds really soft and comfortable - although a sheet had been placed between the duvet and bottom sheet, which on 3 of the beds was very crumpled up and twisted and meant having to re-make the bed. The dining chairs were the most comfortable I've ever known and meant sitting over long luxurious meals was a dream. We felt the kitchen could have been better stocked with essential equipment - there was no whisk, so whipping cream and eggs with just a fork was rather laborious! There was no ice cube making tray/container so we just filled up plastic boxes with water and once frozen, had to smash it up! There were only 6 mugs, no cups so meant having to run bowls of washing up water or putting the dishwasher on every time we had hot drinks was a bit of a waste of water! Ideally I'd recommend at least 12 to 18 mugs to allow for enough hot drinks throughout the day! When we arrived and began hunting for mugs, we found them in the dishwasher along with some other crockery, which hadn't been emptied! On the whole, we had a wonderful weekend and the weather enabled us to enjoy sitting out in the lovely garden - although, it would have been nice to have some seat cushions as the wooden chairs were very hard and a bit worn/mossy and a parasol would have been useful. The only entrance to the property had a very high step, which a couple of us less fit ladies found quite a struggle to climb up - a smaller step outside the door would make it safer and easier. Having ground floor bedroom and shower room and being so spacious inside, makes the property ideal for a wheelchair user, if only the entrance could be re-jigged - just a thought for the future as it is so difficult to find suitable properties for the physically challenged! A lovely holiday cottage and we would go back if the entrance was easier!
Read more >
Ms B - Verified booking
I had a wonderful 28-day stay in this beautifully set and thoughtfully designed property. It had absolutely everything you could need for a comfortable, relaxing break. One of my favourite daily rituals was watching the sunrise at 6.30am, coffee in hand, as the frosty morning mist lifted to the sound of birdsong â pretty special (see video).It was incredibly peaceful â the perfect place to focus and get work done, and relax after a stressful period.The shower pressure was brilliant, the bed super comfortable, and the whole place was spotless. I loved lighting the stove burner while cooking a Sunday roast, listening to a favourite podcast as pheasants and rabbits foraged on the front lawn. The blossom tree in the cottage garden was just coming into full bloom while I was there which was an unexpected joy.Jessica and Peter were fantastic hosts, and Lucy the cleaner did a great job each week â the fresh flowers she left were a thoughtful, welcoming detail.There are stunning walks from the doorstep, and Sudbury is only a short drive away. I genuinely canât think of a single negative⦠other than wishing I could have stayed longer!A big thank you for making my stay so seamless and comfortable.
Read more >
Gina - Verified booking
Hide and Sleep is a welcoming, home from home property, perfect for large families.
There were 9 of us in 3 groups. It is well equipped, although as our stay was over Christmas we had taken extra serving bowls and kitchen equipment, not all of it was needed. The wet room in the annexe is a fabulous addition, but we didn't use it in Winter because the room was chilly, and the shower did not stay hot for long. Laminate flooring through out the downstairs made it easy to move furniture about for the house to function as we needed it to, and easy to keep clean. The large bedrooms were clean and comfortable. For our party twin beds in another room would have been better as the children would have had to share a bed. We provided our own air bed which there was plenty of room for. Providing hanging rails was good. No bulky furniture. There were enough decorations in the house to make it feel festive. A walk to the beach for the adults and our dog was not too far. The children enjoyed their time at the beach and the park, which were a short drive away
Read more >
Matthew - Verified booking
This property is exceptional. It is located in Little Henny, a very small village right in the beautiful,bucolic Essex countryside. The cottage has a small, tastefully landscaped garden. There is a large forested area that starts at the bottom of the garden. There are a several country hikes that start near the cottage.The interior of the cottage is modern, clean and spacious. Everything is new, and , again , tastefully chosen. The bathroom has a clawed bathtub , and a new, modern shower. The bedroom is located on the upper floor, and is comfortable and bright. All of the appliances and kitchenware are high quality. The host Jessica was pleasant to interact with, and and efficiant in responses. Based on my experience with similar rentals, this place is a bargain and I highly recommend it.
Read more >
Mrs L - Verified booking
We loved the cottage. It was bright and perfectly furnished and very comfortable. We loved the wall -charging torches and have ordered some to have at home. We appreciated having a bath and a walk in shower. We weren't sure how to access the wifi and the link answered our phone query. We felt the key placement was not easy for oldies like us and had we arrived in the dark, it would have been very difficult to access. The height of the hood over the hob meant that we bumped our heads and felt that was a bit dangerous. But neither the key placement nor the hood level spoiled our holiday in any way. The location was perfection for us. We loved being in easy access to so many towns and villages and houses of interest.
Read more >
Best price guarantee
No one can beat our prices
We partner with the largest cottage providers to offer you over 100,000 properties on one website. Our cottages are professionally managed by these partners and payments are taken by them, but rest assured, by booking via The Snaptrip Family you'll pay the lowest possible price for your trip.
We never charge you more than you would pay booking directly on the partner's site and if you become a Last Minute Cottages member you can save even more. If you find a property priced lower anywhere else on the internet (we’d be amazed if you do), simply email us at marketing@lastminute-cottages.co.uk and we'll refund you the difference.
Biggest range of last-minute accommodation
We connect you to a range of great suppliers with a huge selection of properties. We've done the research, so that you don't have to.
View propertiesWe get you the lowest price
We help you to complete your booking whilst giving you discounts, member only prices and our best price guarantee.
Become a memberA marketplace you can trust
We connect you with the best professionally managed properties and our marketing leading customer services can help you every step of the way.
Start your journey