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The best cottages in Essex

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Dinky cottage

Brightlingsea

Dinky cottage is located in Brightlingsea, just 13 miles from Colchester Zoo and 16 miles from Flatford.

T
Tracey Lee
From
United States
Clean cheerful ambiance. Extremely cozy and comfortable. Host was very responsive and kind. Great location close to shops, restaurants, and the harbor.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews
Price from
$134.75
1 night, 2 adults

Burnt Mill Cottage

Burnham-on-Crouch

Offering a garden, Burnt Mill Cottage features accommodations in Burnham-on-Crouch. This bed and breakfast offers free private parking, full-day security, and free Wifi.

P
Page
From
United States
It was very clean and the host were most hospitable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 109 reviews
Price from
$95.69
1 night, 2 adults

Ivy Todd cottage

Debden

Ivy Todd cottage enjoys a location in Debden, 4 miles from Audley End House and 7.9 miles from Stansted Mountfitchet Station.

E
Emilia
From
United States
John and Joan are incredibly nice people who will help in every situation!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 445 reviews
Price from
$128.33
1 night, 2 adults

3 bedroom Peaceful Clacton Getaway

Great Clacton

3 bedroom Peaceful Clacton Getaway is located in Great Clacton, just 29 miles from Freeport Braintree and 31 miles from Hedingham Castle.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
$197.56
1 night, 2 adults

Luxury Spa Retreat with HotTub, Sauna and Massage Chair

Great Baddow

2.4 miles from Chelmsford Train Station in Great Baddow, Luxury Spa Retreat with HotTub, Sauna and Massage Chair provides accommodations with access to a sauna, hot tub, and spa facilities.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
Price from
$204.65
1 night, 2 adults

Diamond Touch Home

Saint Osyth

Featuring a garden, Diamond Touch Home provides accommodations in Saint Osyth. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews
Price from
$79.69
1 night, 2 adults

M&B Holiday Home 2025 Cozy Beach side Caravan 4 Beds, 3 Sofa Bed, 7 Sleep, Wifi, Tea and Coffee, Free Parking

Saint Osyth

M&B Holiday Home 2025 Cozy Beach side Caravan 4 Beds, 3 Sofa Bed, 7 Sleep, Wifi, Tea and Coffee, Free Parking is located in Saint Osyth, just 1.1 miles from St.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 29 reviews
Price from
$98.23
1 night, 2 adults

Country Cottage with moat

Ingatestone

Country Cottage with moat is located in Ingatestone, just 5.4 miles from Hylands Park and 7.7 miles from Chelmsford Train Station.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Price from
$151.97
1 night, 2 adults

Beautiful Cottage opposite Hedingham Castle!

Castle Hedingham

A few steps from Hedingham Castle in Castle Hedingham, Beautiful Cottage opposite Hedingham Castle! provides accommodations with access to a hot tub.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews
Price from
$631.52
1 night, 2 adults

Old Customs House

Harwich

Housed in a historic building, the recently renovated Old Customs House offers accommodations with free bikes and free Wifi.

J
James
From
United Kingdom
Lovely cosy house, plenty of space and right on the sea front
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 45 reviews
Price from
$160.98
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews
Lovely cottage, spotlessly clean. Secluded garden with nice table and chairs at the end. We loved all the thoughtful extras they've provided too..The breakfast items were a welcome surprise and meant we didn't have to go out to the shop as soon as we arrived. Hosts were very friendly and responsive. We would definitely stay again if we were in the area.
Guest review byEmma
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 70 reviews
Lovely cottage, nicely decorated with a cute garden.
Guest review bySarah
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 72 reviews
Cosy and warm, excellent garden area with hot tub
Guest review byDaniel
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 247 reviews
Excellent location. Jumped the train to London. 5 min walk to Roydon station. Also some amazing local walks. Bright clean and spacious. Very attentive staff. Fabulous big fluffy towels. Lodge was well equipped with dishes / cooking utensils etc. Hot tub was immaculately clean.
Guest review byDenise
Group
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews
A lovely cottage in the heart of Wivenhoe. Really dog friendly with an enclosed garden. We stayed two nights for the regatta and it was a great base to get to the Quay and to meet up with friends who live nearby. I accidentally locked myself out shortly after arriving, and the owner was so helpful and understanding and helped me get back in quickly. Thanks for a great stay, we would definitely book again.
Guest review byKate
Young couple
Avg. price/night: $134.75
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews
Exactly what we needed. Close to where family lives. Lovely feel to the cottage, perfect self catering facility if you need it. We parked across in a side road.
Guest review byJarvis
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews
The hot tub , the location , the garden, the log burner, the cleanliness.the character of the cottage. communication from owner excellent. The lock system .Pub next door was an added bonus.
Guest review byLeader
Travelers with friends
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 70 reviews
Lovely stay at Stone Cottage. Very clean and well equipped. Angelina was very friendly, quick to respond to my questions before we went and was often around for advice. A really interesting location. Our grandson loved visiting the hens!
Guest review byJane
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews
This is a stunning place to visit. It's clean, well presented and the beds are extremely comfortable. The view from the outdoor turret space is breath taking, especially at night from the hot tub! So lovely to see all the wild animals too. Local pubs are fantastic with lovely food, would also recommend the Indian restaurant 5 mins walk away and the Curve water park was so much fun! A lovely romantic get away for myself and my husband.
Guest review byJai
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 109 reviews
We only spent a night at burnt Mill Cottage as we were there for a wedding, but our host was super friendly, showed us to our room and explained where everything was. The room was nice and cosy with an ensuite, it was very cute and clean. The bed was really soft, a bit too soft for my partner but I have slept like a baby. Next morning we had a lovely cooked breakfast before we left. Can't fault anything and would defo stay again if ever in the area.
Guest review byInes
Young couple