Title: Elegant Retreat near Station, Pet-Friendly Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Elegant Retreat near Station, Pet-Friendly Apartment in Rayleigh with kitchen and patio ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96810000/96809100/96809004/b850268b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96810000/96809100/96809004/797e72eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96810000/96809100/96809004/be18b9db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96810000/96809100/96809004/f1b7ef22.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96810000/96809100/96809004/edeef857.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Just a 15-minute walk from Rayleigh Station, this spacious apartment offers the perfect retreat for families and contractors. Unwind in the front room with a 55-inch Samsung TV and plush L-shape sofa, or relax in your own private courtyard area. ### Entire apartment 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Elegant Retreat near Station, Pet-Friendly Experience comfort and convenience at our elegant flat. Just a 15-minute walk to the Rayleigh station and town centre, our pet-friendly retreat offers the perfect blend of modern amenities and a cosy atmosphere. Ideal for small groups, business travellers, and families, it offers a relaxing courtyard, free WiFi, and on-street parking. Your perfect home away from home awaits! Welcome to our stylish flat near the centre of Rayleigh. ? Enter the spacious living room, perfect for relaxing after a long day. ? Relax in front of the smart TV and take in your favourite Netflix series. ?‍? A well-equipped kitchen makes meal preparation easy and enjoyable. ? The adjacent dining area is perfect for sharing meals. ? A dedicated workspace helps you manage tasks, while fast Wi-Fi keeps you connected and productive. Bedrooms and Bathrooms: Each bedroom is designed for restful sleep, with plush bedding, extra pillows, and linen. ∙ Bedroom 1: Plush King with stylish furnishings perfect for relaxation and deep sleep. ∙ Bedroom 2: Beautifully decorated and offers two comfy single beds, ∙ Bedroom 3/ Living Area: A cosy single bed connected to an area of the living room. The space is versatile and can be used as a living room, bedroom or both. ∙ Main bathroom: A full bathroom with fresh linens, towels, and complimentary toiletries. The bathrooms include high-quality shampoo and shower gel for your convenience. ? Enjoy the courtyard, a great spot for morning coffee or evening relaxation. ? We welcome your pets and wish them a comfortable stay. The dog-friendly Rayleigh Mount is just a 20-minute stroll away. ?The apartment is a short walk from Rayleigh station, providing easy access to London and other destinations. ? Local shops, restaurants, and parks are also within walking distance, offering plenty of dining and recreation options. ? Free parking is available on the premises in addition to street parking. We look forward to hosting you and ensuring your visit to Rayleigh is memorable and enjoyable. Book your stay today and experience the charm of Essex! Rules: \*This property is not suitable for parties \*This is a breach of house rules and will result in immediate removal from the property, your deposit may be used towards extra costs in removing you. This flat is in a quiet area, so after 11 p.m., the quiet times are to be respected. \*For stays longer than 10 days, you may require additional housekeeping, this can be arranged for a further fee. We require completion of our reservation form which includes an agreement to our TandCs, provision of a UK government-issued photo ID or passport, and we may require a card pre-authorisation of £250 for potential damage, loss or lack of adherence to our TandCs. We will not charge an amount from the £250 unless upon checkout there is evidence of damage, loss, or lack of adherence to our TandCs. EXTRAS: If you require an extra night or wish to extend your booking, please contact us as soon as possible so that we can make sure the dates are available and book you in. Need a late check-out? Send us a message and we can arrange it for you for a small charge. Parking: The property benefits from FREE on-street parking on the road right outside the property. The details of which can be found on the check-in instructions ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk chair ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 12 steps to reach entrance - Single level property - Well-lit path to entrance - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - 100% renewable energy - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bed sheets changed on request - Bulk dispensers for toiletries - Double-glazed windows - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Eco-friendly toiletries - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Recycling - Towels (changed on request) - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11910000/11900300/11900261/b26477a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The New Chichester Hotel Wickford - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available - Parking available 6.8 110 reviews £52 includes taxes & fees 7 Dec - 8 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-07&endDate=2025-12-08&selected=11900261&PinnedHotelID=11900261&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105460000/105459100/105459059/28230baa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Essex Holiday Home|Basildon Luxe Accommodation|Sleep 1-6|Near Station/TownCentre Basildon - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=105459059&PinnedHotelID=105459059&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83220000/83218000/83217951/86a85973.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A BYK luxury new home that sleeps 2 - 8 people Stanford-le-Hope - Dryer - Parking available [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=83217951&PinnedHotelID=83217951&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 700029448 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=51.591732,0.585849&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:mk%7CyHqlq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key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=81ZN4OWK5I0b3oQuyR_H2GFLFCM=) Essex, England #### What's nearby - Rayleigh Indoor Karting Stadium - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles - Lakeside Shopping Centre - 22 min drive - 19.7 miles - Bluewater Shopping Centre - 30 min drive - 24.8 miles - ExCeL Exhibition Centre - 48 min drive - 34.6 miles - O2 Arena - 53 min drive - 39.6 miles #### Getting around - Rayleigh Station - 19 min walk - London (SEN-Southend) - 17 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Rayleigh Lanes Pool and Snooker - ‬3 min drive - ‪Greggs - ‬3 min drive - ‪Paul Pry - ‬4 min drive - ‪Costa Coffee - ‬3 min drive - ‪Manzano Lounge - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Elegant Retreat near Station, Pet-Friendly pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Elegant Retreat near Station, Pet-Friendly? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Elegant Retreat near Station, Pet-Friendly? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Elegant Retreat near Station, Pet-Friendly located? > Situated in Rayleigh, this apartment building is within 3 miles (5 km) of Rayleigh Indoor Karting Stadium, Wick Country Park and Battlesbridge Antiques and Craft Centre. Hockley Woods and Monkey Bizness are also within 6 miles (10 km). Rayleigh Station is 19 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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