Find self catering and cottages with detached property in Essex, East England

St Elmo, West Mersea, Essex, East England

Sleeps 5
Weekly price range £397 to £921

Self catering accommodation in West Mersea sleeps 5.

Features include: Short Breaks • Multi bathrooms • Non smoking • Detached Close to the Sea Pub near by • Pets allowed sleeps 5

Accommodation overview: Set on the unique island of Mersea between the Colne and Blackwater estuaries this delightful detached property lies within 10 minutes' stroll of the sandy beach (pictured) and just 5 minutes from shops pub and restaurants. This popular yachting and fishing area has excellent local seafood and is a paradise for walkers and bird watchers. Colchester Zoo and Castle 10 miles. Constable Country and Clacton-on-Sea within 20 miles.

Entrance hall. Sitting room. Dining room with doors to patio. Spacious kitchen with door to garden. Cloakroom/W.C. Twin bedded room. First floor: Double bedroom with TV/DVD and ensuite shower room/W.C. Single bedroom. Bathroom/W.C. (shower attachment).

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

The Manor House, Osea Island, Essex, South East England

Sleeps 20
Weekly price range £ to £

Self catering accommodation in Osea Island sleeps 20.

Features include: • Pool • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Detached • Sleeps 20

Accommodation overview: From the minute visitors cross the causeway it is obvious that a stay on Osea Island is something really unique, making it ideal for family celebrations, a get together with friends or a relaxing holiday in peaceful surroundings. The services of a chef can also be arranged to make light of the cooking chores. The Manor House, standing detached, was built around 1900 in the style of a grand Edwardian seaside residence. It is set 25ft above sea level with breathtaking views along the beach and across the estuary.
The interior has been sympathetically restored capturing the charm of the period, with the addition of some modern features. All bedrooms have been designed with great style for maximum comfort, featuring four poster and antique beds with Egyptian cotton bed linen, 42 plasma screen TV/DVD, with bathrooms furnished in classic Edwardian style throughout. Soak up the atmosphere looking out to sea in front of an open fire in the drawing room, or enjoy a celebration meal in the dining room where the dining table is also a full-size billiard table. The Manor House has its own salt water swimming pool and there is also a second outdoor heated pool in the village.
Osea Island has a rich and diverse history, mentioned in the Domesday book, The causeway was built by the Romans, later the island was owned by many powerful and titled families. In 1903 Osea was purchased and developed by brewery owner and philanthropist Frederick Charrington. Osea is now a Site of Special Scientific Interest because of its unique ecology, rare plants, birds and marine life. The district has become the centre for classic sailing boats, such as the Blackwater Barges taking part in the Osea Islands Regatta. Guests should be aware that arrival and departure from the island is dependant on tide times. Shops and pubs 4 miles.

Spacious living room with open fire and wooden floor. Spacious dining room with open fire, French doors, antique billiards table and wooden floor. Spacious, well-equipped kitchen with wooden floor. Utility. First floor: Sitting room. Compact kitchen area. Two double bedrooms, each with four-poster bed, TV and en-suite bathroom with roll-top bath, separate shower cubicle, shower attachment and toilet, one with sitting area. Double bedroom with four-poster bed, sitting area and dressing room. Three further double bedrooms, two with four-poster bed. Bathroom with roll-top bath, separate shower cubicle and toilet. Separate toilet. Second floor: Compact kitchen area. Two double bedrooms, each with four-poster bed, one with dressing area, wooden floor and en-suite bathroom with separate shower cubicle, shower attachment and toilet. Two double bedrooms. Two bathrooms, each with roll-top bath, separate shower cubicle, shower attachment and toilet.

Great Prestons, Stock, Essex, South East England

Sleeps 8
Weekly price range £1300 to £

Self catering accommodation in Stock sleeps 8.

Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Detached • Sleeps 8

Accommodation overview: This fabulous Queen Anne house, set in 3½ acres of glorious grounds, makes a wonderful location for a week long holiday or weekend retreat. The well-furnished accommodation imparts a feeling of an old country house and the beautiful country garden offers a grass tennis court, croquet lawn, stables and horses. Completely secluded and rural, it provides the perfect backdrop for a quiet family holiday or a celebration gathering.
Just 15 minutes from Chelmsford and the M25, 10 minutes from Billericay, 5 minutes from the A12 and 30 miles from Trafalgar Square and the heart of London, this makes a good base from which to explore the surrounding areas. The old town of Maldon lies on the ridge above the Blackwater and has a strong nautical theme, and here, carefully restored 19th-century Thames sailing barges can often be seen at their moorings. The riverside promanade overlooks a shingle beach offering delightful views of the town. Sailing-barge races are held here from July, August and September, and cruises are available from March to October.
Marsh Farm Country Park in South Woodham Ferrers occupies 320 acres of low-lying reclaimed marshland. Visitors can tour the farm, which specialises in cattle, sheep and pigs and shows how a modern farm works. With many traditional Essex farm buildings, over 3 miles of riverside walks and a nature conservation zone, where migrant birds such as Brent geese can be seen in Winter, this is a wonderful day out for the family. Colchester is nearby and offers many interesting attractions to visit such as the town’s honey-coloured castle and museum, open-air market, Tymperleys Clock Museum and Hollytrees Museum. There are many pretty villages to visit such as The Hanningfields, Danbury, the Ongars and the Baddows to name but a few, and they all offer a range of excellent public houses and restaurants. Other attractive towns on the Crouch are Burnham, Wallasea, Paglesham and on the Blackwater are Heybridge and the Merseas. The picturesque villages of Higham, Stratford St Mary, Dedham and Flatford are all within an hour’s drive. Shops 1½ miles.

Large living room with open fire in marble surround fireplace. Games room with snooker/pool table. Large, well-equipped, farmhouse-style kitchen with Aga for cooking. Utility. Snug with sofa. Boot room. Cloakroom with toilet. First floor: Two double bedrooms, each with 5ft bed. Two twin bedrooms, one with en-suite bathroom and toilet. Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet.

The White House Estate, Little Laver, Essex, South East England

Sleeps 14
Weekly price range £1300 to £

Self catering accommodation in Little Laver sleeps 14.

Features include: Hot Tub • Pool • Short Breaks • Detached • Sleeps 14

Accommodation overview: The majestic Georgian architecture of this detached millionaire’s mansion cannot fail to impress for a holiday in style and opulence. The White House Estate has a splendid drawing room with period fireplace, antique furniture, comfortable sofas, beautiful bay windows and French doors overlooking the landscaped garden. The indoor pool room has a full size heated swimming pool, Jacuzzi, poolside seating and sun loungers, shower room and changing area. The pool house opens up through a series of sliding doors to give direct access to the gardens and terraces.
The exquisite first floor master bedroom has a marble finished en-suite bathroom and a wonderful bay window with far reaching views of the gardens/countryside beyond. Set in magnificent 6-acre grounds in the heart of the beautiful Essex countryside, The White House Estate has its own flood-lit tennis court. There are sunny terraces with tables and seating to the rear of the house and ample secure parking; the property is fully enclosed and has an electronic gated entrance.
There is a golf course just 5 miles away in Ongar with further golf courses in Epping and Stapleford Abbotts, all within 10 miles. The White House Estate is situated just 30 miles from central London, ideal for a day trip to the city or a perfect weekend getaway for those living there. Shops 4 miles, pub 2 miles.

Spacious living room with double French doors. Elegant dining room with French doors. Large kitchen/breakfast room with TV, Aga, double oven, marble work surfaces, tiled floor and French doors. Sitting room with feature fireplace and TV. Study with double sofa bed (for alternative sleeping only). Utility. Separate toilet. First floor: Reading area. Double bedroom with 6ft bed, TV, garden/country views and en-suite bathroom with shower attachment, separate shower cubicle and toilet. Double bedroom with 5ft four-poster bed and en-suite bathroom with shower attachment and toilet. Two twin bedrooms, each with en-suite shower room and toilet. Two twin bedrooms sharing en-suite bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet. Twin bedroom with separate kitchen and en-suite shower room (access via landing or kitchen/morning room - perfect for accompanying nanny/housekeeper).

Island Cottage, West Mersea, Essex, East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £250 to £582

Self catering accommodation in West Mersea sleeps 4.

Features include: Non smoking • Detached Near the Beach • Close to the Sea Pub near by sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Wonderfully situated just yards from the sea on popular Mersea Island this charming 17th century cottage boasts a lovely sunny interior giving it a delightful beach house feel. The salt marshes beach and boats at anchor provide a lovely view and the location is ideal for walking bird watching and water sports as well as for exploring the many attractions in the area. Reached by causeway the island is a favourite with the sailing fraternity and famous for the quality of its fish and oysters – 'The Company Shed' restaurant enjoys a fine reputation and the oyster bar should not be missed. Constable Country lies a mere 30 minutes' drive away and Colchester's castle and fine shopping are just 8 miles distant. The nearby country club offers golf and a health spa and shops and pubs are a 500 yard stroll.

Well equipped kitchen with door to garden and patio. Bathroom/WC (shower over bath). Sunny sitting room. Bright dining room. Steep stairs to first floor: Pretty double bedroom. Twin bedded room with 2' 6“ beds.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Park Field House, Toppesfield, Essex, South East England

Sleeps 10
Weekly price range £1300 to £

Self catering accommodation in Toppesfield sleeps 10.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Detached • Games Room • Garden • Sleeps 10

Accommodation overview: Park Field House has been recently renovated and now affords every comfort for an enjoyable and relaxing holiday, perfect for family celebrations or get together with friends. Providing bright spacious accommodation this detached house, with unspoilt view over open countryside, is well equipped with excellent facilities including an outdoor heated swimming pool and tennis court in the enclosed lawned garden. Set on the owners farm a stay here will provide the opportunity to enjoy rural life including long walks on numerous footpaths directly outside the house, bird watching and cycling whilst offering the convenience of being just a few minutes walk from the centre of the picturesque village of Topperfield on the Essex/Suffolk border. Within easy reach are numerous nearby attractions including Constable Country, Lavenham, Castle Hedingham with Britain’s finest and best preserved Norman keep,and the market town of Sudbury, home of the artist Gainsborough. A short drive away are the Colne Valley railway and museum and Gosfield Lake which offers 18 hole golf, water skiing, fishing and nature walks. Also within an easy drive are historic Cambridge, Newmarket for a day at the races and Colchester which is Britain’s oldest recorded town with a castle, museum and zoo.

Spacious living room with wood-burning stove and French doors. Spacious dining room with wooden floor and French doors. Kitchen with breakfast area, electric Aga (for cooking) and tiled floor. Utility. Games room. Single bedroom with additional pull-out bed (for +1). Separate toilet. First floor: Double bedroom with 5ft bed, dressing area and en-suite bathroom with separate shower cubicle, toilet and bidet. Further double bedroom. Twin bedroom. Single bedroom with additional pull-out bed (for +1). Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet.

Butlers Farm, Saffron Walden, Essex, South East England

Sleeps 11
Weekly price range £1300 to £

Self catering accommodation in Saffron Walden sleeps 11.

Features include: • Pool • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Detached • Sleeps 11

Accommodation overview: Set at the end of a pretty country lane, this large detached Grade II listed farmhouse dating back to 1610 is perfect for a family holiday, celebration or get together with friends. Steeped in character with beams and an inglenook fireplace in the living room, it is set in 4 acres of delightful grounds with an outdoor heated swimming pool. The holiday property has fantastic views over open countryside, with an enjoyable 15-minute walk across fields to the pub but is only a few miles from the charming market town of Saffron Walden. Saffron Walden is one of England’s finest towns packed with half timbered medieval buildings and has a wide selection of shops, restaurants, galleries and a museum. Butlers Farm is ideally situated to explore Essex, Suffolk and Cambridgeshire. Within easy reach is Cambridge (14 miles), famous for its colleges, museums, botanic gardens and art galleries. Visitors can try their hand at punting along the River Cam. Newmarket is 17 miles for a day at the races and Duxford Imperial War Museum is 8 miles. Other local places of interest include Audley End House, gardens and miniature railway, Mountfitchet Castle, Linton Zoo, Wimpole Hall and Anglesey Abbey. Shops 2 miles.

Large beamed living room with open fire in large inglenook fireplace and French doors. Kitchen/dining room with Aga (for cooking) and doors leading to conservatory. Utility. Separate toilet. First floor: Double bedroom with 5ft bed and en-suite bathroom with separate walk-in shower and toilet. Double bedroom with 5ft bed. Two double bedrooms, one with additional single bed (for +1). Twin bedroom. Bathroom with separate shower cubicle and toilet.

The Olde Cart Lodge, Castle Hedingham, Essex, South East England

Sleeps 5
Weekly price range £600 to £899

Self catering accommodation in Castle Hedingham sleeps 5.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pub nearby • Detached • Easy Walking • Garden • Sleeps 5

Accommodation overview: Nestling in a rural location on the edge of Castle Hedingham, this spacious, renovated, detached cart lodge, adjacent to the owner’s farmhouse, commands far reaching views over a valley towards Hedingham Castle. Guests have their own garden area and use of the owner’s garden and extensive grounds. Castle Hedingham lies in the valley of the River Colne on the ancient road between Colchester, 20 miles, and Cambridge, 30 miles. Nearby places of interest include the Colne Valley Steam Railway and the market town of Sudbury, 7 miles. Shop and pub ½ mile.

Ramp to entrance. Spacious beamed open plan living/dining room with French doors, kitchen area and tiled floor. Beamed double bedroom with 5ft four-poster bed, TV and en-suite shower room with toilet. Single bedroom with additional pull-out bed (for +1) and en-suite wet room with toilet. First floor: Single bedroom.

Folkards Barn, Brightlingsea, Essex, East England

Sleeps 5
Weekly price range £319 to £753

Self catering accommodation in Brightlingsea sleeps 5.

Features include: Short Breaks • Multi bathrooms • Non smoking • Detached Near the Beach • Close to the Sea Easy Walk access • Pub near by • Pets allowed sleeps 5

Accommodation overview: This hidden oasis set in 26 acres and converted to exacting standards enjoys a covered terrace for alfresco dining and glorious views over an undulating landscape encompassing a livery stable rare breed sheep and woodland full of birdlife. With one of the best sailing stretches on the East coast Brightlingsea is a unique yachting centre rich in maritime heritage. Beth Chatto gardens 4 miles. Coarse fishing beach ¾ mile. Shops inns ½ mile.

Open plan sitting room with electric 'wood burner effect' fire oak floors dining and kitchen areas. Double bedroom with ensuite shower room/W.C. First floor: Second sitting area with TV/video and 'mock' balcony. Twin bedded room with zip and link beds (double by arrangement). Single bedroom. Bathroom/W.C.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143