Positioned in the peaceful village of Barling Magna in Essex, is this pleasant, one-bedroom annexe, 493 Little Wakering Road. Enjoying a front courtyard to dine alfresco in the warmer months, this single-storey abode makes a great base for a couple looking for a hideaway. The annexe is settled behind the owner's home with its own off-road parking space, so you can unload your luggage with ease. Step inside to the open-plan living space with a kitchenette hosting an oven, hob, microwave and a washing machine to keep your clothes fresh. When meals are served, enjoy mealtimes together at the dining table; afterwards carry the conversation outside onto the courtyard with a cold beverage. As the evening cools, retire inside and look forward to freshening up in the shower room whilst your towel keeps toasty on the heated rail. When sleep calls, there is a well-presented double bedroom with ample storage and patio doors leading out to a private patio. In the morning, awaken with a cup of tea and home-cooked breakfast with the kitchen appliances to assist you before exploring your surroundings. The next village, Little Wakering, is home to a convenience store so you can grab any of the essentials and a welcoming pub, where you can savour real ales. Visit the seaside town of Saltburn-on-the-Sea, hosting a range of attractions, from the adrenaline rush of Adventure Island to the educational delights of the Southend Central Museum and Planetarium, there's something for everyone. History buffs will love exploring Prittlewell Priory, while shoppers and foodies will find plenty of treats in the lively town centre. Essex is a county of contrasts, with bustling towns and villages, and peaceful, rural areas. The county is home to many attractions, including Langdon Hills Country Park, Noak Bridge Nature Reserve, and the Imperial Birds of Prey Academy. Essex is also well-known for its lively nightlife and its wide range of shops, restaurants, and bars. For a blissful escape, choose 493 Little Wakering Road.

Little Wakering is a little community northeast of Southend-on-Sea in Essex's prestigious county. For any last-minute need, the village has a well-stocked convenience store, as well as The Castle Inn for real ales and home-cooked meals. Little Wakering Creek provides lovely walks for people seeking a break from the city, as well as opportunities to meander among farms for fresh fruit and vegetables. Cupids Country Club for sports fans, Wakering Stairs, and Barling Magna Wildlife Reserve for a countryside walk are all located just outside the village.

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