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A residential street with houses, a white picket fence, and a blue chair in the garden.

1. Beautiful period fisherman's cottage

West Mersea

Neville

A white building with a yellow door, a chimney, and a small garden area.

2. Wayside Cottage Vacation Home

St. Osyth

Samantha

A wooden cabin with a porch, a bench, and a fenced yard.

3. The Gate Lodge - One Bed Cottage - Pet Free - Nr Finchingfield & Saffron Walden

Little Bardfield

Jessica L.

A mobile home with a porch and a fenced deck area.

4. Caravan 607

Clacton-on-Sea

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A building with a wooden facade, large windows with shutters, and a visible door.

5. The Boat House at Tides Reach

Mersea Island, near Colchester

Robin

A rustic wooden building with a metal roof, a wooden staircase leading to a door, and a picnic table with an umbrella.

6. 3 bedroom accommodation in Chelmsford

Chelmsford

An outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, a wooden cutting board with bread and condiments, and a wall-mounted knife block.

7. 4 bedroom accommodation in Peldon, near Colchester

Peldon, near Colchester

Marian Kirkham

Two black cushioned chairs with wooden frames and plaid cushions, positioned on a carpeted floor with a white door and a fireplace in the background.

8. BookedUK - Large Cosy Cottage

Stansted

Paul

A modern two-story house with a large glass front, a gravel driveway, and a well-maintained lawn.

9. Beautiful beach front property close to amenities.

Holland-on-Sea, near Clacton-on-Sea

A compact kitchen with a wood-burning stove, a sink, and a window.

10. Set among the fruit trees with views of the fields.

Ongar

Rowena Herbert

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A brick building with a concrete patio, a wooden bench, and a tree providing shade.

11. Grapnells Lodge cottages Essex sleeps 14. For families, retreats, RSPB Wallasea.

Wallasea Island, Rochford

Ellie N.

A dining area with a round table, chairs, a vase with flowers, a leather sofa, and a wooden cabinet.

12. Lowal House - UK46054

Saffron Walden

Clive A.

A traditional Tudor-style building with white-framed windows, a brick facade, and a black door.

13. 15th Century Period Cottage In Saffron Walden, Essex, England

Saffron Walden

Sandra M.

A residential area with houses, a wooden fence, and a body of water in the background.

14. Welcome to this delightful fisherman’s cottage on the unique Island of Mersea.

Mersea Island

A two-story brick building with a modern extension featuring a large sliding door.

15. The Hexagon - Wow. What a Location! With views to the Sea and Bird Sanctuaries. Totally remote

Tollesbury

Lysa B.

A wooden building with a sign reading "Maylesbury."

16. Indulge and delight at this wonderful lodge, with your own private hot tub.

Halstead

An outdoor dining area with a table set for four, a large umbrella, and a view of boats and greenery in the background.

17. Island Lodge - UK46767

Little Baddow, near Chelmsford

Dawn

A compact kitchen with wooden flooring, a built-in toaster, a fire blanket, and a window with a view of the outside.

18. 6 bedroom accommodation in Clacton on Sea

Clacton on Sea

Janet C.

19. 4 bedroom accommodation in Point Clear Bay

Point Clear Bay

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A narrow street lined with houses, a white picket fence, and a body of water with boats in the background.

20. 1 bedroom accommodation in West Mersea, near Colchester

West Mersea, near Colchester

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Top Essex Hotel Reviews

Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport

8/10 Good

"I’d say three star… I’ve stayed here often over the past few years and tend to enjoy it, but it’s starting to feel a bit tired. The carpets in the corridor were dirty, the room didn’t have a smart TV, amenities in the room were a bit dated. Could do with updating. Also: The bar is expensive."

The Essex Golf and Country Club

8/10 Good

"Overall, the stay was ok. I was not a fan of the connecting door in the room that had no visible lock on my side, which made the stay slightly uncomfortable. The Spa could do with some work, with the sauna door blowing open every 20 seconds and gaps in the Steam room tiles creating cold drafts. The Breakfast was good, but I was never actually welcomed or spoken to. So there might have been things I missed that I was unaware of. That being said, it was a buffet style, so fairly self explanatory."

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Essex Cottages information

Number of reviews	272
Accommodation	280 Cottages
Lowest Price	AU$356
Highest Price	AU$813

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How much do cottages in Essex cost?

Prepare to pay between AU$356 and AU$813 per night for cottages in Essex. Whatever your budget, an excellent stay is just a few clicks away on Expedia. This price was available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for a hotel booking with a check-in date within the next year. Prices reflect current offers and availability is subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

How many cottages are there in Essex?

Select from 280 cottages in Essex. Whether you're travelling with the whole family, as a couple or with a group of close friends, Expedia makes it easy to find your perfect fit.

What is there to do in Essex near my cottage?

Whether you like sightseeing, shopping, dining or partying, Essex is one place where it's difficult to be bored! The leading city of Colchester boasts lots of things to do and see, including Mercury Theatre, Xtreme Gaming and Colchester Castle Museum. If you're staying in Southend-on-Sea, Adventure Island, Thorpe Bay Beach and Southend Beach will fill up your itinerary.

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