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.

15 of the Best Places to Stay in Essex

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

15 of the Best Places to Stay in Essex

The Trap

Ongar - Essex

Sleeps 2

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

15 of the Best Places to Stay 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

15 of the Best Places to Stay in Essex

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.

15 of the Best Places to Stay in Essex

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.

15 of the Best Places to Stay in Essex

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.

15 of the Best Places to Stay in Essex

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.

15 of the Best Places to Stay 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

15 of the Best Places to Stay in Essex

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.

15 of the Best Places to Stay in Essex

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.

15 of the Best Places to Stay in Essex

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.

15 of the Best Places to Stay in Essex

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

15 of the Best Places to Stay in Essex

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.

15 of the Best Places to Stay in Essex

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.

15 of the Best Places to Stay in Essex

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.

15 of the Best Places to Stay in Essex

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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