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1. Wayside Cottage Vacation Home

Wayside Cottage Vacation Home
St. Osyth
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (49 reviews)
"Wayside cottage is absolutely lovely. Suzanne and John have thought of everything you could possibly need from comfy beds to an abundance of fluffy towels to treats like a bottle of chilled wine, orange juice, bread for breakfast, cereals, milk, biscuits and even sweeties. The cottage was spotless and there was plenty of room for four adults. There is even a lovely, secluded garden. I can't recommend Wayside cottage highly enough and I hope that we will be able to stay again next time we are in...
United Kingdom
Karen
Wayside Cottage Vacation Home
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2. 6 bedroom accommodation in Clacton on Sea

6 bedroom accommodation in Clacton on Sea
Clacton on Sea
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Friendly host, excellent communication beforehand. Lots of extras provided, from milk to paper towels. Nice house near the pier. We all enjoyed our stay."
United States
Rehanna Neky
6 bedroom accommodation in Clacton on Sea
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3. 3 bedroom accommodation in Chelmsford

3 bedroom accommodation in Chelmsford
Chelmsford
3 bedroom accommodation in Chelmsford
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4. Beautiful beach front property close to amenities.

Beautiful beach front property close to amenities.
Holland-on-Sea, near Clacton-on-Sea
Beautiful beach front property close to amenities.
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5. 4 bedroom accommodation in Peldon, near Colchester

4 bedroom accommodation in Peldon, near Colchester
Peldon, near Colchester
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Suitable for a weekend getaway."
United States
Marian Kirkham
4 bedroom accommodation in Peldon, near Colchester
Cottage | Living area | Flat-screen TV

6. BookedUK - Large Cosy Cottage

BookedUK - Large Cosy Cottage
3.0 star property
Stansted
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Great place and location very nice clean "
United Kingdom
Paul
BookedUK - Large Cosy Cottage
Terrace/patio

7. Grapnells Lodge cottages Essex sleeps 14. For families, retreats, RSPB Wallasea.

Grapnells Lodge cottages Essex sleeps 14. For families, retreats, RSPB Wallasea.
Wallasea Island, Rochford
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"A wonderful weekend in the spacious and relaxing grapnells lodge."
United States
Ellie N.
Grapnells Lodge cottages Essex sleeps 14. For families, retreats, RSPB Wallasea.
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8. 15th Century Period Cottage In Saffron Walden, Essex, England

15th Century Period Cottage In Saffron Walden, Essex, England
Saffron Walden
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (144 reviews)
"The cottage was lovely, it had absolutely everything you could want and was warm and comfortable. "
United Kingdom
Angela G.
15th Century Period Cottage In Saffron Walden, Essex, England
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9. Beautiful period fisherman's cottage

Beautiful period fisherman's cottage
West Mersea
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (20 reviews)
"Great experience staying in a 500 year old cottage, great value. Excellent facilities"
Australia
Neville
Beautiful period fisherman's cottage
Private kitchen

10. Set among the fruit trees with views of the fields.

Set among the fruit trees with views of the fields.
Ongar
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Excellent stay in luxury Shepherds Hut with all you could need. Sorry we didnt get to use the log burner, but we were out every night at the excellent pub restaurants near by. Thank you."
United States
Rowena Herbert
The price is £217
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Set among the fruit trees with views of the fields.
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11. 1 bedroom accommodation in Ongar

1 bedroom accommodation in Ongar
Ongar
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Amazing property. Beautiful and quiet"
United States
Christopher P.
The price is £257
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
1 bedroom accommodation in Ongar
Beach nearby

12. A wonderful retreat on the Island of West Mersea

A wonderful retreat on the Island of West Mersea
West Mersea
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (35 reviews)
"Wonderful relaxing stay, the property was immaculate with everything you would need and more.Great location to explore mersea.Thankyou Angie"
United Kingdom
Trevor H.
A wonderful retreat on the Island of West Mersea
Outdoor spa tub

13. 3 bedroom accommodation in Thaxted

3 bedroom accommodation in Thaxted
Thaxted
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Amazing lodge. We had a great few nights. The hamper on arrival was a welcome surprise. Great jams and chutneys (made by the host), delicious! Very well equipped lodge so no need to bring anything with you."
United States
Donna Collins
3 bedroom accommodation in Thaxted
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14. Country Cottage with moat

Country Cottage with moat
Ingatestone
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Absolutely beautiful inside and out. Was perfect for what we needed. Peaceful and very comfortable. Definitely would stay again."
United Kingdom
keeley
The price is £158
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Country Cottage with moat
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15. The Hexagon - Wow. What a Location! With views to the Sea and Bird Sanctuaries. Totally remote

The Hexagon - Wow. What a Location! With views to the Sea and Bird Sanctuaries. Totally remote
Tollesbury
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The Hexagon - Wow. What a Location! With views to the Sea and Bird Sanctuaries. Totally remote
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16. 4 bedroom accommodation in Point Clear Bay

4 bedroom accommodation in Point Clear Bay
Point Clear Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"House was great and had all the facilities we required. Host was very helpful. Location just yards from the sea. Lots of interesting bird life. Pretty amazing for a stay in mid February!"
United Kingdom
Anonymous traveller
4 bedroom accommodation in Point Clear Bay
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17. Island House - UK51001

Island House - UK51001
Little Baddow, near Chelmsford
Island House - UK51001
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18. 1 bedroom accommodation in West Mersea, near Colchester

1 bedroom accommodation in West Mersea, near Colchester
West Mersea, near Colchester
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Quirky property that had all you need for your stay. Right on top of the waterfront bars and restaurants, lovely walks and plenty of sailing going on. Weather was unbelievable, lucky us! West Mersea is a great place to visit, very friendly and welcoming people."
United States
GINA W.
1 bedroom accommodation in West Mersea, near Colchester
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19. Lovely and cosy, late Victorian cottage with large garden area.

Lovely and cosy, late Victorian cottage with large garden area.
Maldon
Lovely and cosy, late Victorian cottage with large garden area.
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20. 2 bedroom accommodation in West Mersea

2 bedroom accommodation in West Mersea
West Mersea
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"It was clean and well stocked. Hosts were very kind and friendly. Would go back and stay again in my next trip to the Uk"
Canada
Mary N.
2 bedroom accommodation in West Mersea
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Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport

Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Room was clean,staff were very helpful. Breakfast was really nice."
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Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport

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