Essex

Essex is a historic county in East England known for Roman heritage, scenic coastline, charming market towns, and good transport links.

Thistle No.4 - Hall Farm Cottages

Thistle is a two-bedroom apartment in Althorne, Essex, situated in a tranquil countryside village setting with scenic views over the river and surrounding countryside near a vineyard with a café.

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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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The Orchard & Old Bakery - The Orchard

A single ground-floor accommodation near the Essex/Suffolk border offering a private and rural retreat with a garden, orchard, and wildlife around, suitable for couples and pets with on-site parking and Wi-Fi.

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White Hart Cottages - Roe Cottage

Roe Cottage is a cottage in Hadleigh, Suffolk, featuring 2 bedrooms and set near historic sites and countryside with access to a garden patio and private parking.

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Gladwyns Farm Lodge

A spacious, stylishly furnished three-bedroom barn set in the grounds of a historic farmhouse in rural Thaxted, offering a private hot tub, garden with firepit and barbecue, and scenic countryside views.

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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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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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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.

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Lowal House - Lowal House

Large rural bungalow near Saffron Walden offering a peaceful countryside retreat with garden, woodburner, and nearby walking opportunities.

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Russets

A loft-style first floor apartment set on a working fruit farm in the Essex countryside within the Epping Forest District, offering a peaceful and scenic rural retreat for up to two guests with pet allowance and on-site parking.

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White Hart Cottages - Fallow Cottage

Fallow Cottage is a cosy holiday cottage constructed in 2021 located in the heart of Hadleigh, featuring a wood burner, private courtyard garden, and proximity to Suffolk countryside and historic villages.

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Admiralty Lodge

Admiralty Lodge is a three-bedroom, two-bathroom property in Shotley Gate offering tranquil riverside views from dual balconies and a bright, comfortable living space in a peaceful coastal setting ideal for families and couples.

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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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Walnut Cottage

A characterful 14th century semi-detached cottage in the centre of Sproughton village with original features and a wood burner, offering a peaceful country setting with an enclosed garden and private parking.

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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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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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Praise Machine Caravan Experience

A spacious two-bedroom caravan located on St Osyth’s Beach Holiday Park near the beach, featuring open-plan living, shared indoor swimming pool, on-site restaurant, and private parking.

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Shepherd's Retreat

This one-bedroom shepherd's hut is situated within a fruit farm in Ongar, offering a quiet and scenic rural retreat with views of orchards and close access to farm amenities including a shop and café.

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Oak Tree Cottage

Charming semi-rural cottage in Kirby-le-Soken with countryside views, close to coastal towns, featuring two bedrooms suitable for families, an enclosed garden, and private parking.

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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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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.

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Evie Rose Cottage

Evie Rose Cottage is a quaint, comfortable stable conversion next to a 9-hole golf course and clubhouse with a bar and restaurant, set in rural paddock and woodland surroundings near Stansted Airport.

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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.

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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.

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Emerson Park Villa

A spacious six-bedroom luxury house in Emerson Park with a private heated swimming pool, hot tub, gym, and games room, ideal for family gatherings and celebrations in a scenic and peaceful neighbourhood.

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Sunny Meadow Cottage

Sunny Meadow Cottage is a quaint, romantic one-bedroom cottage set in the peaceful Suffolk countryside near Sudbury, offering a homely and cosy atmosphere with a private garden and easy access to local nature and historic attractions.

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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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Ryeland Hut

Ryeland Shepherd Hut is an off-grid eco hut set in rural farmland offering a private and cosy glamping experience with natural surroundings and a sense of tranquillity.

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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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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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Ivy Rose Cottage

A charming 2-bedroom cottage located in the quiet village of Tuddenham, Suffolk, offering a peaceful and scenic countryside setting within walking distance of a gastro pub.

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Ratcliffe Cottage

A cozy two-bedroom holiday house in Ipswich with a private garden, located within walking distance to the historic town and waterfront, suitable for up to three guests and welcoming one small dog.

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The Snug Cottage

A cosy cottage in the historic Suffolk village of Stratford St. Mary offering a peaceful rural retreat with period charm and modern comforts for small families, couples, or friends.

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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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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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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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Mersea Island Holiday Park

Mersea Island Holiday Park offers a peaceful setting near the beach and countryside on Mersea Island, featuring family entertainment and nature-focused surroundings by the Blackwater Estuary.

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Cutters Cottage

Cutters Cottages is a beamed 16th-century cottage in a village setting near the river and marina, featuring four bedrooms accommodating six guests and offering a garden patio area with outdoor seating.

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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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