Vacation rentals with lake access in Epping Forest

What a beautiful place to stay - right next to a nature reserve, with the oyster catchers and curlews calling at night and wildlife wandering into the garden. But also very close to pubs, coffee shop and the sea. Great if you like birds, wildlife and peace and quiet.

What a fabulous couple of days we have had at Aimee's place! Aimee was wonderful to deal with, answering any questions in super quick time and so very friendly on meeting us. Such a unique place to stay - absolutely love the way Aimee has done her beautiful home up - we felt so comfy and so enjoyed the boat trips, visits from the gorgeous geese and swans, cats and meeting lovely Bob next door. We felt gutted that we only had a couple of days of our trip left - as would have loved to stay longer and explore more of the area. How lucky are we that Aimee shares her adorable place with us!!! Thanks for everything Aimee x

Vaida's place was as described. It was very clean, well furnished and quiet. Check-in was a breeze. Vaida was very responsive and turned around any request for assistance very quickly.. We felt right at home. The house is close to the Excel and London City Airport. I will stay here again and definitely recommend it to others.

Only used as a place to stay after a wedding but would’ve loved to stay longer! Good communication, lovely and clean and very nicely decorated. Would definitely return

We absolutely loved our stay at this cozy English cottage! From the moment we arrived, Sarah made us feel so welcome. She truly went above and beyond—every little extra she left in the home made our stay feel special and thoughtful. The cottage itself was spotless and beautifully maintained, filled with authentic British charm that made it peaceful and relaxing throughout our stay. It had everything we needed and more—every amenity was thoughtfully provided. The location couldn’t have been more perfect: just a short walk to the main area of town and right across the street from the railroad station, which made getting around so convenient. This was the perfect countryside escape, and we’re so grateful for Sarah’s hospitality. We can’t wait to return!

We had a great stay and Lynn was a great host. House was fantastic and in an amazing location. I highly recommend it!

We enjoyed our stay at the Lake House. The kitchen was well stocked and the private outdoor space made meals feel special. We would definitely come back again.

I had a truly wonderful stay at this beautiful home. The house was absolutely perfect—spotlessly clean, thoughtfully decorated, and equipped with everything I needed for a comfortable and relaxing visit. I was especially touched by the extra care taken to prepare for my son’s stay: a high chair, cot bed, and even some lovely toys were all thoughtfully provided, which made a big difference for us as a family. The garden was a peaceful haven and perfect for enjoying a morning coffee or letting my little one play. The location is ideal for a longer stay, with easy access to nearby attractions for day trips—and even London is not too far away. Every detail in the home showed how much the host cares about the guests’ comfort. It truly felt like a home away from home. I’m so grateful for the warm hospitality and would love to come back again!

A group of 7 of us stayed at Amira & Syed’s listing and we couldn’t fault it. It was immaculate and perfect for us travelling to Wembley. Hosts were always so responsive and were able to provide us with the information we asked. Thank you for a great stay🩷

We had a lovely stay in Hampstead Heath! Completely quiet neighbors, and the area is just perfect. Lots of flowers, nature, and dogs! It was very easy to use the local buses to get to the Underground. A Tesco grocery was literally across the street with a green grocer, butcher shop, and fishmonger on our block as well. The pub at the end of the street served perfect meals both nights. Laura's 2nd floor flat is very clean and has basic necessities with everything from shampoo to tinfoil plus plus all expected items like dishes, silverware, coffee, towels,?etc. Windows and sliding glass door opened easily for fresh air thru the apartment. This is a great place to stay if you want a more relaxed place to stay to London while still being super-close to everything downtown. Oh, bring comfy shoes, too, to wander the streets and hills of the Hampstead Heath! Thanks again, Laura!!!

A hidden gem and rather exceptional in so many ways! Beautifully furnished and very comfortable bed. Feels like a little bit of paradise and such a warm hearted host! Perfect! One of the best Airbnb’s that I’ve stayed in!

Great place to stay in central London. Quiet and safe too. Very clean and the view across the waters to central London was jaw dropping.

The place was really nice and the urbistay team were so nice and helpful! We had some problems that lead us to arriving after the check-in time but they were so understanding and helped us check-in in another way! The apartment was also very clean and pretty!

Fantastic place nestled within a beautiful modern homely community. Everything down to having all the different utensils required to make a good dish is there. The effort going into making this beautiful place so welcoming is great!

A descent place, free street parking and perfect for those who aren’t going that much in to the city centre. Close to Elizabeth line (with bus), which makes it easy to come from anywhere. There’s also a few local pubs and restaurants in near vicinity only requiring five minutes by car. The flat it self were also just what we needed. It were tidy and nice, with all facilities one needs.

Femi’s flat is very well decorated and also well stocked making for a comfortable and relaxing stay. Location is perfect in the town center. Femi is a great host, giving clear instructions in advance and being highly responsive during the stay. I would highly recommend this apartment and would happily stay again.

Beautiful cottage style house very homely with lots of personal expression in the decor and personal effects (instruments and furnishings) Very spacious both inside and outside. Close enough to Milton Keynes for our event and close to surrounding towns but very quiet residential area with quaint little strip of shops and a post office. Was ideal stay for our purposes at a time where all accommodation was high it was fairly priced although I did mention it was not most ideal price but when you get there and see that your in their home and protecting their space it is clear why it’s priced as such. This is a stay that will feel like you’re in someone’s home, however, the communication and instructions allow you to feel at ease and welcome. Neighbours seemed lovely and friendly and the cat was a welcomed visitor. Cannot fault the property or its amenities at all would love to stay again

We had a lovely stay at Debi’s property. We didn’t know it was so close to the Runnymede memorial trail which quickly became our daily routine. Debi was quick to respond with our questions. Wonderful stay.

We hired the cart lodge for our wedding locally and we really enjoyed the space, it was perfect. Angela was very accommodating. The location is very pretty and peaceful. we would highly recommend.

We had a wonderful time in the beautiful cottage of Mooi. Really unwinding after the hustle and bustle in London City. The house is provided with everything you might need. We had beautiful weather and then it is wonderful to have breakfast in the garden. The forest next door is a plus! Beautiful is involved and easily accessible as needed. We'd love to come back!

Wonderful quaint cottage in a quiet courtyard. Loved the Church bells in the background on one day, made it all more enchanting. Would definitely book again, great location to explore Windsor.

Wow, what a beautiful place. The house is immaculate, the surroundings so tranquil. Thank you to Jamie and Camilla for being great hosts.

We had a lovely stay at the Cart, beautiful lakes and excellent fishing. The hosts were fantastic and there is a little cafe onsite. I would recommend staying here.

lovely cottage, very helpful host. the cottage was clean and well equipped. Tastefully decorated. In beautiful surroundings. Very peaceful stay.