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The Annex is a pleasant, single-storey cottage resting in the village of Thorrington, Essex. Ground-floor living. Off-road parking. Near pub and shop. Brightlingsea 3.1 miles; Clacton-on-Sea 7.3 miles; Colchester 8.5 miles. (Ref. 1111076)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights $480

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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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)

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  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights $542

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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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)

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  • Washing machine


for 7 nights $1109

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  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms6
  • PetsYes

    5.0

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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
  • 10% off - Mon 24th Nov to 31st Dec 2025


for 7 nights $2541

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    4.8

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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


for 7 nights $1473

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.7

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This Castle Hedingham cottage is perfectly situated in the heart of this pretty village. Spacious and comfortable accommodation. Sudbury 7 miles. (Ref. 15314)

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for 7 nights $385

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.4

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46 Tower Road is a splendid, first-floor apartment resting in Clacton-on-Sea, Essex. Close to amenities and a beach. Off-road parking. Balcony. Colchester 16.4 miles. (Ref. 1143142)

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for 7 nights $557

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.6

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A family-friendly holiday home in Shotley, Suffolk. WiFi. Parking. Gardens. Rural views. Chelmondiston 2.5 miles; Ipswich 9.3 miles; Felixstowe 21.4; Aldeburgh 33.8 miles. (Ref. 1160398)

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for 7 nights $734

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.6

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Delightful, detached coach house conversion within a short walk of the historic village of Sible Hedingham. Spacious open plan living accommodation with open fire, beams, boot room and large enclosed garden. Halstead 4 miles. (Ref. 29621)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher


for 7 nights $1034

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.1

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This large, semi-detached house rests in Southend-On-Sea, Essex. Close to beach. Enclosed garden. Close to amenities. Off-road parking. Wallesea Island 12.5 miles; Chelmsford 21.6 miles; London 45.8 miles. (Ref. 1100573)

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for 7 nights $708

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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Number 1, a stylish ground-floor apartment located in the town of Clare in Suffolk. Couple's retreat. Characterful. Near shop and pub. Enclosed garden. Great Cornard, 9.9 miles; Bury St Edmunds 16.1 miles; Dedham Vale AONB 23 miles. (Ref. 1154993)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly
  • $67 off - Mon 1st Dec 2025 to 4th Jan 2026


for 7 nights $663

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes
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Caravan 941 is a suitable single-storey lodge located in bustling Clacton-On-Sea in Essex, boasting on-site facilities and a short walk to a beach and pub. Colchester 18.5 miles. (Ref. 1174649)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Swimming pool
  • Ground floor bedroom


for 7 nights $643

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes
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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)

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for 7 nights $1632

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.3

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A bright and airy annexe resting in Barling Magna near Little Wakering, Essex. Open-plan. Washing machine. Close to amenities. Rochford 4.1 miles; Southend-on-Sea 5.7 miles; Essex 16.7 miles. (Ref. 1105037)

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


for 7 nights $473

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes
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Berkley Cottage is a charming semi-detached cottage nestled near local amenities in Coggeshall, Essex, boasting a garden with furniture and open fire. Witham 7.5 miles; Colchester 10.2 miles; West Mersea 16.7 miles. (Ref. 1177200)

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


for 7 nights $1200

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    3.8

    Good

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The Farmhouse is a substantial, detached property in St Osyth near Clacton-on-Sea in Essex. Family-friendly. Countryside views. Off-road parking. Clacton-on-Sea 3.3 miles. Brightlingsea 7 miles. Colchester 12.4 miles. (Ref. 1152471)

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  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights $1023

  • Sleeps11
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes
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Holly Farm, a delightful house near the village of Brantham in Suffolk, boasting a woodburning stove, freestanding bath, a garden and allowing pets. Manningtree 3.4 miles, Ipswich 8.5 miles (Ref. 1178403)

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  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Hot Tub
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for 7 nights $1595

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes
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Headland Barn is an outstanding Grade II listed house in Maldon, Essex, with 300-year-old beams, incredible high ceilings, open-plan living and a barbecue. Witham 6.9 miles; Chelmsford 10 miles; Southend-on-Sea 22.8 miles. (Ref. 1179653)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • 10% off - Thu 1st Jan to 31st Jan 2026


for 7 nights $2412

  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo
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Walton Beach Holiday Lets - Walton Beach Holiday Lets, a pleasing retreat located in the town of Walton on the Naze in Essex, a short walk from the beach. Frinton on Sea 2.1 miles; Clacton 8.4 miles; Harwich 13.1 miles; Colchester 18.6 miles. (Ref. 1163024)

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


for 7 nights $1244

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo
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The Woodshed is a delightful, single-storey annexe located on the rural outskirts of Tendring, near Weeley, in Essex, featuring a studio-style design. Holland-on-Sea 7.8 miles; Colchester 14.1 miles. (Ref. 1171032)

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


for 7 nights $627