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The Granary - 921968 - photo 1
16
Wickham St Paul near Sudbury, Essex, CO9
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

A wonderful barn conversion within the rural village of Wickham St. Paul, Essex. Pet-friendly. En-suites. Lavenham 12 miles Colchester 15.5 miles, (Ref. 921968)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from $548

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The Cart Lodge - 985434 - photo 1
26
Wickham St Paul near Sudbury, Essex, CO9
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

A fabulous semi-detached timber cottage set on a farm in Wickham St Paul in Essex. Private patio. Rural setting. En-suite. Sudbury 5.5 miles; Colchester 15.5 miles; Cambridge 33.8 miles. (Ref. 985434)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from $537

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Pippin Cottage - 1122485 - photo 1
19
St. Osyth, Essex, CO16
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • Pets No

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

This charming, one-bedroom holiday home rests in St. Osyth, Essex. Smart TV. Open plan. Ground-floor living. Clacton-on-Sea 4.6 miles; Brightlingsea 7.4 miles; Colchester 12.8 miles. (Ref. 1122485)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher

7 nights from $538

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Bramley Cottage - 1122487 - photo 1
26
St. Osyth, Essex, CO16
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

This delightful, two-bedroom holiday home rests in St. Osyth, Essex. Smart TV. Open plan. Ground-floor living. Clacton-on-Sea 4.6 miles; Brightlingsea 7.4 miles; Colchester 12.8 miles. (Ref. 1122487)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher

7 nights from $631

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Yellow House on the Corner - 1056959 - photo 1
34
Frinton-On-Sea, Essex, CO13
  • 9 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

This fabulous four-bedroom house rests in the seaside town of Frinton-On-Sea, Essex. Off-road parking. Close to amenities and beach. Open fire. Pet-free. Garden with furniture. Colchester 17.9 miles; Ipswich 24.9 miles (Ref. 1056959)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from $1585

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Tuffon Hall Farmhouse - 1067084 - photo 1
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Sible Hedingham, Essex, CO9
  • 12 Guests
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    4.7

    Sykes Rating

A traditional farmhouse on a working farm and vineyard on the outskirts of Sible Hedingham, Essex. Countryside location. Courtyard garden. Ample off-road parking. Castle Hedingham 1.7 miles; Lavenham 15.5 miles; Colchester 18.8 miles. (Ref. 1067084)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

7 nights from $2027

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Lodge Cottage - 1146120 - photo 1
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Harwich, Essex, CO12
  • 7 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

Lodge Cottage is a wonderful, detached property resting in Little Oakley near Ramsey, Essex. Period features. Enclosed garden. Close to amenities. Harwich 1.9 miles; Bradfield 6.2 miles; Colchester 18.7 miles. (Ref. 1146120)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from $1018

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Stable Cottage - 989260 - photo 1
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Sudbury, Suffolk, CO10
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

Beautifully converted stables with character features throughout in the centre of Sudbury. Offering comfortable accommodation for up to four guests. Ideal base for exploring this wonderful part of Suffolk and perfect for walkers and cyclists. (Ref. 989260)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from $541

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Wherry Cottage - 1099051 - photo 1
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Manningtree, Essex, CO11
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • Pets No

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

A fabulous holiday home resting in the heart of Manningtree, Essex. Views of the estuary. Close to amenities. Woodburning stove. Character features. Lawford 1.3 miles; Colchester 9.6 miles; Harwich 10 miles. (Ref. 1099051)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from $723

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Flat 1, Cambridge Court - 980201 - photo 1
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Frinton-on-Sea near Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex, CO13
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    4.7

    Sykes Rating

This beautifully presented sea view apartment offers a perfect base for guests to explore the popular Essex coast. Garden with patio furniture. WiFi. Sea views. Colchester 18 miles. (Ref. 980201)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from $552

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Sea View Cottage - 1003037 - photo 1
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Frinton-On-Sea, Essex, CO13
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

A mid-terrace Victorian cottage nestled in Frinton-on-Sea, Essex. Woodburner. Enclosed garden. Sea views. Walton-on-the-Naze 1.7 miles; Clacton-on-Sea 7.1 miles. (Ref. 1003037)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from $591

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Flat 19 By The Beach - 1101146 - photo 1
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Harwich, Essex, CO12
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.8

    Sykes Rating

A contemporary, first-floor apartment overlooking the sea in Harwich, Essex. Open-plan living. Close to beach and amenities. Bedroom with en-suite. Clacton-on-Sea 15.9 miles; Colchester 18.9 miles. (Ref. 1101146)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

7 nights from $756

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Little Haven - 1146110 - photo 1
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Kirby Cross, Essex, CO13
  • 4 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • Pets No

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

Little Haven is a spacious garage conversion situated on a residential development the village of Kirby Cross, Essex. Open-plan. Wheelchair-friendly. Frinton-on-Sea 2.3 miles; Walton-on-the-Naze 2.7 miles. (Ref. 1146110)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from $548

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Bramertons Nest, Long Melford - 1117037 - photo 1
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Long Melford, Suffolk, CO10
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

A countryside wood panelled house resting in Long Melford, Suffolk. Off-road parking. Close to a pub. EV charging port. Sudbury 2.9 miles; Pin Mill 30 miles; Felixstowe 35 miles. (Ref. 1117037)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging

7 nights from $960

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Home by the Sea - 1016410 - photo 1
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Clacton-On-Sea, Essex, CO15
  • 8 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

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Home by the Sea, a beautiful house situated in the town of Clacton-on-Sea in Essex. Woodburning stove. Near beach. Dishwasher. Smart TV. Electric fire. Colchester 16 miles. (Ref. 1016410)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

7 nights from $1584

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Knights Farm - 1153327 - photo 1
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Harkstead, Suffolk, IP9
  • 12 Guests
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

Knights Farm is a Grade II-listed cottage near Chelmondiston in Suffolk. Family-friendly. Rural location. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. Hot tub. Ipswich 8.5 miles. Felixstowe 19 miles. Colchester 24.2 miles. (Ref. 1153327)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

7 nights from $2373

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1 Coconut Cottage, Long Melford - 1117133 - photo 1
24
Long Melford, Suffolk, CO10
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

A tranquil and spacious holiday cottage in Long Melford in Suffolk. Pet-friendly. Family-friendly. Parking. WiFi. Welcome gift. Sudbury 3 miles; Lavenham 4.5 miles; Aldeburgh 45.1 miles. (Ref. 1117133)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

7 nights from $1062

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Hide and Sleep - 1143012 - photo 1
38
Frinton-On-Sea, Essex, CO14
  • 10 Guests
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.5

    Sykes Rating

Hide and Sleep is a detached home resting in Frinton-on-Sea, Essex. Annex in garden. Off-road parking. Woodburning stove. Clacton-on-Sea 7.8 miles; Harwich 12.5 miles; Colchester 18.1 miles. (Ref. 1143012)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

7 nights from $1333

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Flink's Barn - 1054079 - photo 1
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Monk Street near Thaxted, Essex, cm6
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • Pets No

    4.6

    Sykes Rating

A picturesque bungalow nestled in Monk Street, Essex. Accessible accommodation. Outstanding surroundings. En-suite. Great Dunmow 4.8 miles; Saffron Walden 9.2 miles; Chelmsford 18.7 miles. (Ref. 1054079)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Washing machine

7 nights from $560

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Holm Oak Lodge - 1163023 - photo 1
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42
Tendring near Weeley, Essex, CO16
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

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Holm Oak Lodge is a delightful, single-storey lodge located near Tendring, Essex, well-positioned to nearby amenities and boasting a woodburning stove. Holland-on-Sea 8.1 miles; Frinton-on-Sea 19.8 miles; Colchester 19.8 miles. (Ref. 1163023)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

7 nights from $623

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Are you looking for a short break to covers from the breathtaking English countryside and its idyllic coastline? Then you’re in luck! Choose from one of these wonderful short breaks in Essex to explore picturesque villages, historic landmarks and stunning beaches, it’s an ideal destination for a couple of days away. 

A weekend break in Essex is full of hidden gems waiting to be discovered! 

Why Weekend Breaks in Essex? 

A weekend break in Essex is the perfect way to escape and explore history, nature, and coastal charm. With its stunning countryside and beautiful coastline, Essex offers something for everyone. Plus, with its excellent transport links from London and beyond, it’s an easy and convenient destination for a short getaway. 

Food lovers will enjoy the county’s fantastic dining scene, from traditional country pubs to award-winning seafood restaurants. Or if you enjoy a spot of nature, you can enjoy scenic walks in Epping Forest or wildlife spotting at the Essex Wildlife Trust reserves.  

Places to Visit during Weekend Breaks in Essex 

A weekend break in Essex offers plenty of must-visit destinations. Start with Colchester, Britain’s oldest recorded town, where you can explore the impressive Colchester Castle, or if you are with the family, visit Colchester Zoo, one of the best in the UK.  

If you prefer a seaside escape, Southend-on-Sea is a great choice, home to the world’s longest pleasure pier and a lively beachfront with traditional amusements and games such as crazy golf. Can you win a prize at the arcade to remember your short break in Essex. For a mix of shopping and culture, Chelmsford offers a vibrant city centre with great restaurants and historic attractions like Hylands House and Estate.  

Whatever you choose to do, a weekend break in Essex has plenty of exciting places and attractions to keep you busy on your short break away. 

More Destinations to Visit during Short Breaks in Essex: 

Clacton-on-Sea 

Types of Essex Holidays 

Explore the county of Essex today with a weekend break in Essex! Looking to bring your pet along with you? Then take a look at a selection of dog-friendly cottages in Essex. You can also choose from the full list of holiday cottages in Essex.

If you still haven’t found what you’re looking for, take a look at the full collection of short and weekend breaks in the UK.