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Burnt Mill Cottage

Burnham on Crouch

Set in Burnham on Crouch and only 32 km from Chelmsford Train Station, Burnt Mill Cottage offers accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. It is located 36 km from Hylands Park and provides full-day security. The bed and breakfast has family rooms. Bed was really comfy, hosts were friendly and welcoming. Room was cosy but practical nice dressing table and gave options for breakfast

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9.1
Superb
152 reviews
Price from
£76.50
per night

WindyS Basildon Smart Home

Basildon

The air-conditioned holiday home consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a coffee machine, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and bathrobes. Guests can enjoy an ambient stay in their soundproof room with parquet floors and a fireplace. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and is protected by full-day security. Easy location. beautifully presented.

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9.1
Superb
131 reviews
Price from
£77.40
per night

The Nook

West Mersea

Set in West Mersea in the Essex region, The Nook offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is located 43 km from Chelmsford Train Station, 44 km from Hedingham Castle and 16 km from Colchester Castle. The property is non-smoking and is situated 36 km from Freeport Braintree. Nice quiet area. Very clean and orderly. Lovely little place that's perfect for short stays.

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9.2
Superb
169 reviews
Price from
£89
per night

Walnut Tree Cottage Barn

Toppesfield

Walnut Tree Cottage Barn, a property with a garden, is set in Toppesfield, 18 km from Freeport Braintree, 31 km from Audley End House, as well as 34 km from Stansted Mountfitchet Station. This property offers access to a patio, table tennis, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 3.5 km from Hedingham Castle.

For guests with children, Walnut Tree Cottage Barn provides outdoor play equipment. The apartment has a barbecue, outdoor fireplace and sun terrace. The property was extremely clean and felt so homely. It was lovely to relax in the evening with our two boys (ages eleven and nine) with Netflix. Lots of thoughtful little extras like hot water bottles,hair dryers in both bedrooms. The bathroom had shampoo,conditioner and bodywash. We asked for the heating to be turned up as my wife really feels the cold and Richard came over and sorted very quickly.

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9.7
Exceptional
195 reviews
Price from
£162
per night

Prince Cottage

Colchester

Set in Colchester, in a historic building, 28 km from Freeport Braintree, Prince Cottage is a bed and breakfast with a garden and barbecue facilities. It is located 31 km from Hedingham Castle and provides full-day security. The bed and breakfast offers garden views, a picnic area, a 24-hour front desk, and free WiFi is available. I stayed at Prince's Cottage for nine days. These nine days will be unforgettable in my life. Mr. Barrett and Ms. Barrett did a lot of things for me. All breakfasts and dinners made by Ms. Barrett were tasty and healthy. The coffee, lemonade and desserts served with the meal were excellent. Mr. Barrett and Ms. Barrett's warm thoughtfulness makes me feel at home. They always looked out for me and listened to me. I will never forget their kindness and hospitality.

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9
Superb
216 reviews
Price from
£70
per night

Ivy Todd cottage

Debden

Ivy Todd cottage, a property with a garden, is situated in Debden, 6.5 km from Audley End House, 13 km from Stansted Mountfitchet Station, as well as 30 km from University of Cambridge. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. The guest house has family rooms. an absolute hidden gem. Unique Accomodation, spotless, fully stocked and comfortable. Hosts Joan and John were so welcoming and friendly

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9.8
Exceptional
476 reviews
Price from
£90
per night

Pheasant Suites 5 stars

Colchester

The Pheasant Retreat and Pheasant Lodge and Pheasant Suite are situated in the grounds of Balls Farm, a 17th-century farmhouse surrounded by fields and wildlife. The accommodation has a 5-star Gold Award from the British tourist board. how spacious, clean and cosy it was the big bath was unreal!! loved it we will be coming back in summer to enjoy the outside area too.

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9.7
Exceptional
145 reviews
Price from
£110
per night

Stylish Victorian house, close to City Centre

Colchester

Offering a garden and garden view, Stylish Victorian house, close to City Centre is located in Colchester, 33 km from Hedingham Castle and 40 km from Chelmsford Train Station. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Freeport Braintree is 28 km away. The beds are super comfortable. Super nice garden. In the kitchen is anything you may need.

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10
Exceptional
6 reviews
Price from
£127.50
per night

Contented Cottage - 2 Bedrooms, Zone 5

Buckhurst Hill

Located in Buckhurst Hill in the Essex region, Contented Cottage - 2 Bedrooms, Zone 5 provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is around 5.7 km from South Woodford, 6.7 km from Snaresbrook and 8.2 km from Gants Hill. The property is non-smoking and is set 2.6 km from Woodford. The cottage is beautiful! Cosy, comfortable, very well appointed and furnished… lovely fireplace and super bathroom. We loved the colour palette too! Easy to access and parking was great plus right beside the forest for walks!

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9.8
Exceptional
5 reviews
Price from
£178.75
per night

4 Bed 10 Berth Caravan Seawick Holiday Park

Saint Osyth

Located in Saint Osyth, 4 Bed 10 Berth Caravan Seawick Holiday Park offers accommodation with a private pool and garden views. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the holiday home free of charge. The property is non-smoking and is set 700 metres from St. Osyth Beach. The caravan was spotless, smelt amazing and just perfect.

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9.2
Superb
6 reviews
Price from
£135
per night

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