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Essex, a charming county in the East of England, offers a delightful blend of vibrant urban life and serene countryside, making it an ideal travel destination. With its largest settlement, Southend-on-Sea, and the county town, Chelmsford, Essex provides a variety of accommodations ranging from luxurious hotels to cozy bed and breakfasts. The best neighbourhoods to stay include the bustling city of Chelmsford, the historic town of Colchester, and the seaside resort of Southend-on-Sea, each offering unique experiences and easy access to local attractions.

Visitors can explore top attractions such as the ancient Colchester Castle, the picturesque Dedham Vale, and the expansive Epping Forest. The county's extensive coastline, featuring beautiful beaches and estuaries, is perfect for leisurely walks and water activities. Whether you're seeking history, nature, or relaxation, Essex promises a memorable stay for every traveller.

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Elegant 3 Bedroom House in Basildon - Essex Free Parking & Superfast Wifi, upto 6 Guests
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Villa in Basildon · 18.72 km from centre

7.5

 

2 reviews

Elegant 3 Bedroom House in Basildon - Essex Free Parking & Superfast Wifi, upto 6 Guests is located in Basildon, just 11 miles from Upminster Tube Station and 14 miles from intu Lakeside Shopping Centre. This villa provides free private parking, private check-in and check-out, and free Wifi. Bluewater is 18 miles away and Chelmsford Train Station is 19 miles from the villa.

The spacious villa is composed of 3 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom. A flat-screen TV is provided. The accommodation is non-smoking.

Guests can also relax in the garden.

Hylands Park is 14 miles from the villa, while Adventure Island is 16 miles away. London Southend Airport is 12 miles from the property.

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Stylish 3 bedroom House In Grt Gregorie Basildon & Essex - Free Wifi, Parking, Dedicated Office & Private Garden
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Villa in Basildon · 18.68 km from centre

7.5

 

2 reviews

Stylish 3 bedroom House In Grt Gregorie Basildon & Essex - Free Wifi, Parking, Dedicated Office & Private Garden offers accommodations in Basildon, 11 miles from Upminster Tube Station and 14 miles from Hylands Park. This villa provides free private parking and free Wifi. Intu Lakeside Shopping Centre is 14 miles from the villa and Adventure Island is 16 miles away.

Providing a patio and garden views, the spacious villa includes 3 bedrooms, a living room, satellite flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath. Towels and bed linen are featured in the villa. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

Guests can also relax in the garden.

Bluewater is 19 miles from the villa, while Chelmsford Train Station is 19 miles away. London Southend Airport is 13 miles from the property.

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Roomy One bed loft apartment
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Apartment in Bishop's Stortford, Bishops Stortford · 25.09 km from centre

7.4

 

33 reviews

Roomy One bed loft apartment is located in Bishops Stortford, just 19 miles from Freeport Braintree and 21 miles from Chelmsford Train Station. With free private parking, the property is 3.6 miles from Stansted Mountfitchet Station and 12 miles from Audley End House. Hedingham Castle is 25 miles away and Woodford is 25 miles from the apartment.

With free Wifi, this 1-bedroom apartment provides a flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge. The accommodation is non-smoking.

Knebworth House is 25 miles from the apartment, while South Woodford Tube Station is 25 miles away. London Stansted Airport is 1.9 miles from the property.

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Stunning New Penthouse Apartment
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Apartment in Southend-on-Sea · 27.68 km from centre

9.0

 

31 reviews

Stunning New Penthouse Apartment is located in Southend-on-Sea, just a 4-minute walk from Three Shells and 300 yards from Adventure Island. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace and free Wifi. Chelmsford Train Station is 21 miles away and Upminster Tube Station is 23 miles from the apartment.

The apartment features 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

Hylands Park is 23 miles from Stunning New Penthouse Apartment, while intu Lakeside Shopping Centre is 26 miles away. London Southend Airport is 2.5 miles from the property.

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Modern Cosy Warm Home With Free Parking
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Apartment in Chelmsford · 2.37 km from centre

8.3

 

46 reviews

Modern Cosy Warm Home With Free Parking is located in Chelmsford, just 3 miles from Chelmsford Train Station and 7.9 miles from Hylands Park. The apartment features both Wifi and private parking free of charge. Freeport Braintree is 13 miles away and Stansted Mountfitchet Station is 21 miles from the apartment.

The apartment consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a bath and a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking.

Guests can also relax in the garden.

Upminster Tube Station is 22 miles from Modern Cosy Warm Home With Free Parking, while Hedingham Castle is 22 miles away. London Stansted Airport is 18 miles from the property.

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Farmhouse Inn
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Inn in Dunmow, Thaxted · 23.95 km from centre

7.9

 

158 reviews

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Located in Thaxted, 8.1 miles from Stansted Mountfitchet Station, Farmhouse Inn provides accommodations with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. This 3-star inn features free WiFi and a bar. Hedingham Castle is 16 miles away and Chelmsford Train Station is 19 miles from the inn.

Guest rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, an electric tea pot, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. The inn has certain rooms that include garden views, and each room is equipped with a private bathroom with a bath. All rooms have a closet.

A continental, Full English/Irish or vegetarian breakfast is available at the property. At Farmhouse Inn you'll find a restaurant serving British cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options can also be requested.

Audley End House is 9.5 miles from the accommodation, while Freeport Braintree is 15 miles away. London Stansted Airport is 5.6 miles from the property.

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Spacious Apartment in the Heart of Chelmsford
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Apartment in Chelmsford · 0.45 km from centre

9.2

 

43 reviews

Spacious Apartment in the Heart of Chelmsford is located in Chelmsford, just a 9-minute walk from Chelmsford Train Station and 5.9 miles from Hylands Park. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi. The accommodation provides an elevator and private check-in and check-out for guests.

This apartment includes 2 bedrooms, a living room and a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dining area, and 1 bathroom with a bath and a washing machine. The accommodation is non-smoking.

Freeport Braintree is 14 miles from the apartment, while Upminster Tube Station is 20 miles away. London Southend Airport is 19 miles from the property.

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Fourwinds
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Guest house in Maldon · 14.13 km from centre

7.5

 

28 reviews

Fourwinds enjoys a location in Maldon, 11 miles from Chelmsford Train Station and 14 miles from Freeport Braintree. This guest house offers free private parking, a shared kitchen, and free Wifi. Featuring a private entrance, the guest house allows guests their privacy.

At the guest house, each unit comes with a desk. A microwave, a fridge, and kitchenware are also offered, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the guest house, the units include bed linen and towels.

For those times when you'd rather not eat out, you can cook in your kitchenette.

Hylands Park is 15 miles from the guest house, while Adventure Island is 23 miles from the property. London Southend Airport is 22 miles away.

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Beautiful 2-bed Apartment in Southend-on-sea
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Apartment in Southend-on-Sea · 27.47 km from centre

With a stay at this apartment in Southend-on-Sea, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of New Empire Theatre and Southend Cliff Gardens. This apartment is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Cliffs Pavilion and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Rendezvous Southend Casino.

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Towerview Apartments Braintree
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Apartment in Braintree · 17.04 km from centre

8.2

 

31 reviews

Towerview Apartments Braintree in Braintree offers accommodations with free Wifi 1.5 miles from Freeport Braintree, 10 miles from Hedingham Castle, and 13 miles from Chelmsford Train Station. The property is around 18 miles from Hylands Park, 20 miles from Stansted Mountfitchet Station, and 22 miles from Audley End House.

Each unit comes with a sofa, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a well-equipped kitchen with a dining area, and a private bathroom with a hair dryer. A dishwasher, an oven, and microwave are also featured, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the apartment complex, the units have bed linen and towels.

London Stansted Airport is 17 miles away.

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Onsite Apartments in Central Brentwood
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Apartment in Brentwood · 17.41 km from centre

With a stay at Onsite Apartments in Central Brentwood in Brentwood (Brentwood Town Centre), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Lakeside Shopping Centre and Hopefield Animal Sanctuary. This apartment is 13.8 mi (22.3 km) from Thames River and 16.9 mi (27.2 km) from Bluewater Shopping Centre.

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Impeccable 3 bed House in Brentwood
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Residence in Brentwood · 17.22 km from centre

With a stay at this residence in Brentwood, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of St Faith's Country Park and Hopefield Animal Sanctuary. This residence is 13.1 mi (21 km) from Lakeside Shopping Centre and 14.4 mi (23.2 km) from Thames River.

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Breathtaking Elizabethan Manor House
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Vacation home in Burnham-on-Crouch · 24.93 km from centre

Located in Burnham-on-Crouch, this vacation home is a 4-minute drive from Ramblers Stadium and 6 minutes from Mangapps Railway Museum. This vacation home is 12.4 mi (19.9 km) from St. Peter-on-the-Wall and 12.4 mi (20 km) from Marsh Farm Country Park.

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Entire studio with private parking and balcony
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Apartment in Westcliff-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea · 27.04 km from centre

8.5

 

30 reviews

Entire studio with private parking and balcony offers accommodations in Southend-on-Sea, a 15-minute walk from Three Shells and 0.8 miles from Adventure Island. This property offers access to a pool table, free private parking, and free Wifi. Outdoor seating is also available at the apartment.

Providing a patio with garden views, this apartment also offers a satellite flat-screen TV, a well-equipped kitchenette with a microwave, a toaster, and a fridge, as well as 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hair dryer. The apartment offers bed linen, towels, and laundry service.

Guests at Entire studio with private parking and balcony will be able to enjoy activities in and around Southend-on-Sea, like fishing and canoeing.

Chelmsford Train Station is 21 miles from the accommodation, while Upminster Tube Station is 23 miles away. London Southend Airport is 2.5 miles from the property.

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Hurrell House
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Holiday home in Boreham · 5.84 km from centre

8.9

 

19 reviews

Hurrell House offers accommodations in Boreham, 4.2 miles from Chelmsford Train Station and 11 miles from Hylands Park. Both Wifi and private parking are available at the vacation home free of charge. Hedingham Castle is 22 miles from the vacation home and Adventure Island is 23 miles away.

This vacation home includes 1 bedroom, a living room and a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dining area, and 1 bathroom with a bath and a washing machine. Towels and bed linen are provided in the vacation home. The accommodation is non-smoking.

Freeport Braintree is 13 miles from Hurrell House, while Stansted Mountfitchet Station is 22 miles away. London Stansted Airport is 20 miles from the property.

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Charming 2-bed Apartment in Danbury, Essex
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Apartment in Chelmsford · 7.92 km from centre

With a stay at this apartment in Chelmsford, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Danbury Country Park and Warren Golf Club. This apartment is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from St John the Baptist Monastery and 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from Museum of Power.

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Freddy Corner - Studio Flat
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Homestay in Westcliff-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea · 25.57 km from centre

8.1

 

45 reviews

Freddy Corner - Studio Flat offers accommodations in Southend-on-Sea, 22 miles from Upminster Tube Station and 22 miles from Hylands Park. With free private parking, the property is 2.8 miles from Adventure Island and 19 miles from Chelmsford Train Station.

With free Wifi, this homestay features a flat-screen TV, and a fully equipped kitchenette with an oven and microwave. Towels and bed linen are offered in the homestay. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

Intu Lakeside Shopping Centre is 24 miles from the homestay, while Bluewater is 29 miles from the property. London Southend Airport is 1.9 miles away.

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Burnt Mill Cottage
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Bed and breakfast in Burnham-on-Crouch · 25.77 km from centre

9.0

 

140 reviews

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. Freeport Braintree is 24 miles from the bed and breakfast, and Adventure Island is 25 miles away.

At the bed and breakfast, units are fitted with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, and towels. The bed and breakfast provides some units with garden views, and every unit has a kettle. The rooms are equipped with heating facilities.

As an added convenience, the bed and breakfast offers packed lunches for guests to bring on excursions and other trips off-property.

Chelmsford Train Station is 20 miles from Burnt Mill Cottage, while Hylands Park is 23 miles from the property. London Southend Airport is 24 miles away.

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AC Lounge 119a
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Apartment in Rochford · 24.14 km from centre

7.9

 

30 reviews

AC Lounge 119a offers accommodations in Rochford, 3.7 miles from Adventure Island and 20 miles from Chelmsford Train Station. The property is around 22 miles from Upminster Tube Station, 23 miles from Hylands Park, and 25 miles from intu Lakeside Shopping Centre.

With free Wifi, this 3-bedroom apartment features a flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and toaster. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

Bluewater is 30 miles from the apartment. London Southend Airport is 1.2 miles from the property.

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Remarkable 1-bed Cabin in Dunmow
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Cabin in Dunmow · 16.21 km from centre

Located in Dunmow, Remarkable 1-bed Cabin in Dunmow is within a 5-minute drive of Crazy Dog Field and Flitch Way Country Park. This cabin is 7.3 mi (11.8 km) from Thaxted Parish Church and 7.4 mi (11.8 km) from Leez Priory.

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