Pet-friendly vacation rentals in Colchester

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Luxury Self-Catering and Sauna

Escape to Oaks Rest, a tranquil retreat in Lexden, Colchester with views of ancient oak trees. Unwind in the traditional sauna and relax in a shared wildlife-friendly cottage garden. Enjoy nearby walks and meet our friendly cats and chickens, while being close to the city, cafés and shops. The luxury self-catering retreat offers easy self check-in, fully equipped kitchen, books, games and free overnight EV charging. Perfect for couples and solo travellers seeking a calm city break or holiday.

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City Escape: Hot Tub, Pool Table & Ping Pong

Welcome to our luxurious 5-bedroom, 4.5 bathroom (3 ensuite) home in the charming town of Colchester! We are right in the heart of it near to the town & all the amenities, but at the same time in a quiet street ! Colchester Town Centre - 0.2 miles The Gym Group - 0.3 miles Colchester zoo - 3.6 miles Colchester Hospital - 2.4 miles University Of Essex - 4 miles Mersea - 9 miles Brightlingsea - 11 miles Braintree Designer outlet - 17 miles Clacton on sea - 19 miles Walton On The Naze - 21 miles

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Beautiful Period Fisherman's Cottage

Anchor cottage, an Historic Home and now with EV charger, is a delightful period, cottage situated in the heart of The Anchorage, once known as Mersea City on Mersea Island. It has three bedrooms, a large double, a twin room and a downstairs single bedroom. The bathroom is on the ground floor and large sitting/dining room with a gas heater and provides plenty of space for five people indoors and there is a private, wrap around garden with BBQ area that enjoys the sun at most times of the day.

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The Strawberry Box - luxury eco barn conversion

The Strawberry Box is a luxuriously converted old tractor barn located on our working strawberry farm in rural Suffolk. South facing with extensive views across the rolling countryside, it is self contained and private, perfect for a quiet relaxing holiday, a romantic break or a base for exploring the rich heritage and beautiful villages around us. There are good pubs within comfortable walking distance and footpaths and narrow lanes to explore close by - or just take a wander around the farm.

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The Bakehouse, Coggeshall

Welcome to The Bakehouse. A light-filled, cottage tucked away in our garden, right in the heart of historic Coggeshall. Once a working bakehouse, this one-bedroom retreat blends the character of the old with the ease of the new. Whether you're here for a quiet solo stay, a romantic weekend, or travelling to visit family, there's space to slow down & settle in. Step outside & you’re moments from historic sites, leafy green spaces & charming shops, each with stories woven through the centuries.

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The Loft, West Mersea

Sitting in the heart of the Anchorage area with open plan living with a lounge, kitchen, 1 double bedroom, bathroom with shower over the bath & WC, off street parking for 1 car & short walk to the Waterfront, Beach, local pubs & restaurants. 2 well behaved Pets allowed. We live on an island, sometimes the tide will cover the Strood (only Road onto the island). Please check tide times as you will be stuck waiting. It is best to arrive 1hr either side of the high tide of the day if over 5.0.

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Secret Mersea Retreat•Stylish Coastal Hideaway

You won't be disappointed! A calm and stylish hideaway just minutes from the anchorage, restaurants, world-famous Company shed, local cafes and the village. This beautiful self-contained retreat is perfect for couples and solo adventurers looking to unwind by the coast. The living area is open plan to the dining and kitchen and the double bedroom overlooks the courtyard. and a contemporary-styled bathroom has both a bath and walk-in shower. We're dog-friendly and parking is onsite

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Luxurious newly built cottage in central Wivenhoe

Set in the heart of Wivenhoe, within close reach of the water front and the village's superb array of shops, pubs and restaurants, this stunning one bedroom cottage has been newly built to an outstanding specification and provides comfortable, luxurious accommodation throughout. There is a fabulous open plan living space and bespoke kitchen, a delightful South facing courtyard, a double bedroom and a luxury bathroom. Perfect year-round holiday cottage, well behaved dogs welcome!

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Annexe Garden Cottage

Annexe Garden Cottage is located in West Mersea, next door but one to The Fox Inn. Walk to the beach via Cross Lane, further along the beach you can access the Hard. Annexe has off street parking, it's own private entrance & enclosed garden, garden table & chairs. & offers a great holiday base giving you access to both East and West Mersea. The accomendation provides kitchen, living & bedroom area & showeroom/WC. Bedding & towels are hotel quality giving you a relaxing stay.

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Cozy two bedroom cottage in lower Wivenhoe

The Little Blue Cottage A cosy and homely end of mews two bedroom cottage situated on lower Wivenhoe. Located at the end of a quiet gravelled mews out of sight and earshot of the road but just a stones throw away from local amenities (just 120 steps to The Greyhound pub)! At over 150 years old, this charming cottage is packed with original features and has recently been restored to a high standard ensuring a luxurious and comfortable stay with all the latest mod cons.

Outdoor spaces · Walkability · River

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The Moorings: 3 bed house in historic Lane.

Located in the historic and picturesque Anchorage area of beautiful Mersea Island the house is in a quiet and tranquil lane, with the sea a moments distance away. 50 Yards at the end of the lane turn left for pubs and restaurants and turn right to find the sea wall, with opportunities for bird watching and scenic dog walks. The property sleeps 5/6 people and has an enclosed garden with seating and bbq, there is also a large lockable shed for any outdoor equipment.

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Idyllic house and gardens on estuary

A beautiful large farmhouse, dating from approximately 1600 and listed Grade II, in acres of idyllic gardens and overlooking a mile-wide river estuary. There is direct access from the bottom of the garden onto the ‘sea wall’ along the river, for walks and wonderful birdwatching. There is a duckpond (fenced) by the house and chickens (collect the eggs), and a large summerhouse with veranda in the garden, as well as a paddock of alpacas!

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