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Essex Cottages

  • Last Minute Cottages - The Acorn

Tendring District

The Acorn

Ref: S855918

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Indulge in the tranquillity of Essex's countryside and discover the captivating allure of Lawford and its surroundings. Nestled on a peaceful lane, this charming shepherd's hut offers an enchanting escape from the rush of everyday life. Ideal for...

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£69

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  • Last Minute Cottages - The Coach House - One-Bedroom Holiday Home

Colchester District

The Coach House - One-Bedroom Holiday Home

Ref: S848198

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Boasting a private entrance, this holiday home includes 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower. The holiday home's kitchen, which has kitchenware, is available for cooking and storing food. This holiday home offers heating and a TV. The unit has 1...

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£61

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Coastal Retreat - One-Bedroom Holiday Home

Tendring District

Coastal Retreat - One-Bedroom Holiday Home

Ref: S881599

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The holiday home's kitchen, which has a dishwasher and kitchenware, is available for cooking and storing food. The holiday home features a TV, a washing machine, a private entrance, heating as well as sea views. The unit has 1 bed.

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£75

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Shepherd Hut - One-Bedroom Holiday Home

Epping Forest District

Shepherd Hut - One-Bedroom Holiday Home

Ref: S882061

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The fireplace is a top feature of this holiday home. The holiday home's kitchen, which features kitchenware, is available for cooking and storing food. This holiday home has a private entrance, heating and a TV. The unit has 1 bed.

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£77

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  • Last Minute Cottages - The Boat House At Tides Reach - Two-Bedroom Holiday Home

Colchester District

The Boat House At Tides Reach - Two-Bedroom Holiday Home

Ref: S851124

Reviews 8

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The holiday home's kitchen, which features a dishwasher and kitchenware, is available for cooking and storing food. This holiday home has a private entrance, heating and a TV. The unit has 3 beds.

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£81

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Ebenezer Chapel - One-Bedroom Holiday Home

Uttlesford District

Ebenezer Chapel - One-Bedroom Holiday Home

Ref: S881982

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This holiday home features a hot tub. The holiday home's kitchen, which has a dishwasher and kitchenware, is available for cooking and storing food. The holiday home features a washing machine, a private entrance, a barbecue, heating, as well as a...

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£120

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Baytree Cottage 2 - One-Bedroom Holiday Home

Colchester District

Baytree Cottage 2 - One-Bedroom Holiday Home

Ref: S845592

Reviews 14

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Guests will have a special experience as this holiday home features a fireplace. Featuring a private entrance, this holiday home is comprised of 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom and a kitchen. The holiday home's kitchen, which features kitchenware, is...

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£59

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  • Last Minute Cottages - The Long Barn - Three-Bedroom Holiday Home

Chelmsford District

The Long Barn - Three-Bedroom Holiday Home

Ref: S853849

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The holiday home's kitchen, which has kitchenware, is available for cooking and storing food. The holiday home features a washing machine, a private entrance, heating and a TV. The unit has 5 beds.

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£95

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Cutters Cottage - Four-Bedroom Holiday Home

Epping Forest District

Cutters Cottage - Four-Bedroom Holiday Home

Ref: S851667

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This holiday home's standout feature is the fireplace. The holiday home's kitchen, which has kitchenware, is available for cooking and storing food. The holiday home offers a washing machine, a private entrance, a barbecue, heating, as well as a...

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£128

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Colemans Farm Barn

Braintree District

Colemans Farm Barn

Ref: S371995

Reviews 20

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Finchingfield is a village resting in the Braintree district of Essex, offering a picture-perfect setting for a relaxing break. Often described as the 'most photographed village in England', Finchingfield appears on many calendars, jigsaws and...

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£123

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Cottage in Essex

Tendring District

Cottage in Essex

Ref: S811458

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Nestled on the Essex coastline, this holiday home in Walton on the Naze is just a short walk from the beach, offering a perfect seaside getaway. The town is charming with colorful beach huts, peaceful promenades, and stunning beaches for leisurely...

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£126

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Lodge Cottage

Tendring District

Lodge Cottage

Ref: S819214

Reviews 5

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Nestled in the heart of Essex, the timeless village of Ramsey invites visitors into a world of historical charm and serene beauty. Quaint cottages line its streets, adorned with well-tended gardens, creating a picturesque atmosphere that captures...

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£102

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Home by the Sea

Tendring District

Home by the Sea

Ref: S882472

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The seaside town of Clacton-on-Sea is a great family holiday destination. There are sandy beaches, great for bathing and watersports, a Victorian pier, cliff-top gardens, a fun fair, bowling greens, theatres, a golf course, shopping, leisure...

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£182

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Hide and Sleep

Tendring District

Hide and Sleep

Ref: S821506

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Frinton-on-Sea is a small seaside town situated in the Tendring District of Essex, next to Walton-on-the-Naze. This delightful area boasts tree lined avenues sweeping down to the elegant esplanade and picturesque shoreline, peppered with rows of...

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£140

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Swift Johnson - Two-Bedroom Holiday Home

Tendring District

Swift Johnson - Two-Bedroom Holiday Home

Ref: S853407

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The holiday home's kitchen, which features kitchenware, is available for cooking and storing food. This holiday home has a private entrance, heating and a TV. The unit has 3 beds.

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£70

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Fronks House - Four-Bedroom Holiday Home

Tendring District

Fronks House - Four-Bedroom Holiday Home

Ref: S849864

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This holiday home features a fireplace. Boasting a private entrance, this holiday home also features 4 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a shower. The holiday home's kitchen, which has kitchenware, is available for cooking and storing food....

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£153

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Avondale - Six-Bedroom Holiday Home

Tendring District

Avondale - Six-Bedroom Holiday Home

Ref: S853264

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Guests will find a dishwasher and kitchenware in the kitchen. The holiday home also includes a barbecue. The holiday home features a washing machine, a private entrance and heating. The unit has 7 beds.

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£151

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  • Last Minute Cottages - The Bungalow

Basildon District

The Bungalow

Ref: S821875

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£154

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Hillcroft

Maldon District

Hillcroft

Ref: S706447

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£55

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  • Last Minute Cottages - The Bird House at Woodburn Cottage

Colchester District

The Bird House at Woodburn Cottage

Ref: S719704

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£145

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Haven Hideaway

Tendring District

Haven Hideaway

Ref: S717975

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£63

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  • Last Minute Cottages - The Royal Albion

Tendring District

The Royal Albion

Ref: S671661

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£89

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Baytree Cottage 1

Colchester District

Baytree Cottage 1

Ref: S705000

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£58

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Sandy Cottage

Tendring District

Sandy Cottage

Ref: S709571

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£51

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Essex Holiday Cottages

Explore the beautiful surroundings of South East England from our Essex holiday cottages. A county steeped in history and natural beauty, there's plenty to be discovered here. Whether you're planning a weekend break in one of its bustling market towns or perhaps heading into the country for a rural retreat, there's something for everyone.

Our cottages offer all you need for a relaxing week away, equipped with all your home comforts and those lovely, welcome extras! From luxury cabins with hot tubs in rural locations to city-centre apartments, we've got a variety of beautiful homes to choose from across the county.

Unwind with a quiet break in the idyllic villages of Castle Hedingham and Dedham or head to the coast and make a splash at Southend-on-Sea. Whatever you have in mind, we're here to help you plan the perfect last-minute break. Take a look at our Essex holiday cottages and get planning your next weekend away today!

Best locations for a cottage in Essex

Can't decide where to visit? With so many scenic locations across the county, we don't blame you. Here are some of our most popular locations for cottage breaks in Essex.

Best things to do in Essex

Get out and about and make the most of your holiday with these popular attractions and days out in Essex!

  • Colchester Castle
  • Clacton Beach
  • Chelmsford Cathedral
  • Beth Chatto's Plants & Gardens
  • St Osyth Museum

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