15 of the Best Places to Stay in Essex
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15 of the Best Places to Stay in Essex

21st July 2021

Essex is a hidden gem. Look beyond the tired stereotypes and you'll find a beautiful landscape of ancient woods and golden fields, and a shimmering coastline of estuary islets and bobbling boats. Here's our pick of the best places to stay.

The Raft at Chigborough

Chigborough - Essex

Sleeps 4

An exceptional way to experience life on the water, with room for four in this floating lake cabin on the Essex coast. There’s a hot tub, a boat and an inviting covered deck

The Trap

Ongar - Essex

Sleeps 2

Sleep under the stars in a gorgeous cabin on ancient farmland just one hour from London in Essex.

The Old Oak at Coleman's Farm

Ongar - Essex

Sleeps 2

A magical treehouse in Essex where a fabulous oak tree is literally part of the furniture

Kingfisher's Nest

Near Colchester - Essex

Sleeps 4

Secluded cabin with hot tub and sauna on the banks of a lake just south of Colchester, perfect for rural romantic getaways.

The Nook

Ongar - Essex

Sleeps 2 +2

Secluded little house on three acres of private farmland in Essex with a hot tub and a pretty pond.

The Coop

Ongar - Essex

Sleeps 2

Cosy cabin with its own hot tub on a 200-acre farm an hour from London - Perfect for romantic getaways near Epping.

Grebes Nest

Maldon - Essex

Sleeps 2

Enjoy lakeside living on this wonderful floating pod - with its own rowing boat, covered deck and glorious lake views in Essex.

Unplugged Rest

Saffron Walden - Esssex

Sleeps 2

Lock your phone away and experience a digital detox in an off-grid cabin just an hour north of London, the perfect opportunity to relax and recharge

The Hexagon

Tollesbury - Essex

Sleeps 2

A converted hexagonal radar tower, surrounded by green fields with panoramic views of the Essex Marshes, perfect for couples and small families.

Hedingham Huts

Castle Hedingham - Essex

Sleeps 2

Bespoke shepherd’s hut in a secluded corner of a working farm in North Essex, perfect for romantic countryside escapes.

Millers

Bishops Stortford - Essex

Sleeps 4

Contemporary barn-style holiday cottage on a working farm in North Essex, perfect for couples or family escapes to the countryside.

Water Lily Lodge

White Colne - Essex

Sleeps 6

A beautifully secluded farm location and lake views right outside - Water Lily Lodge will introduce you to the hidden countryside of the Colne Valley

Woolmers

Bishops Stortford - Essex

Sleeps 4

Contemporary cottage set on 180-acres of Hertfordshire farmland. A luxury country retreat that sleeps up to four people.

Fox Hatch

Bishops Stortford - Essex

Sleeps 4

Barn-style holiday cottage with a contemporary interior set amidst the fields of North Essex, perfect for rural retreats with family or friends.

Osea Island

Maldon - Essex

Sleeps Up to 42

Retreat to this stunning English island, perfect for big group celebrations, and only an hour from London.

The Lady of the Twizzle

Walton-on-the-Naze - Essex

Sleeps 14

A salvaged, wartime barge in an exclusive Essex marina, complete with a bubbling outdoor hot tub and luxury interiors…

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