
House vacation rentals in Essex
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Explore 20 vacation rentals in Essex

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Essex vacation rentals start at ﺩ.ﺇ 257 per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly vacation rentals
10 properties offer extra space & kid-friendly amenities

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
10 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
20 of Essex vacation rentals include wi-fi access

Popular amenities for guests
Guests love Kitchen, Wifi, and Pool across Essex rentals

4.9 Average rating
Essex stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
Top-rated house rentals in Essex
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Beachfront Paradise
Beautiful beachfront home available weekly in season third week of June through Labor Day) and nightly (2 night min.) off season. Step out the door and into the sand. Sit on the porch and watch sailboat races from Niantic Bay Yacht Club just steps away. Close to downtown Niantic with restaurants, shops, etc. 18 miles from Mohegan Sun Casino. Attractions within 1/2 hour: Beautiful Mystic, CT, several vineyards, Harkness State Park, Eugene O'Neill Theatre, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, golf courses.

Year Round Beach House in Old Saybrook, CT.- Pets
Our Beautiful Home is Located in Saybrook Manor Association and only a short walk to the beach . We have 4 Bedrooms that can accomadate 8 people,pull out couch,2 bathrooms, a Dining Room,Kitchen, and Spacious Living room.Our Yard is fenced in for your privacy & pets.Our home comes with many ammenities such as movies,games,kayaks, Clamming &Crabbing tools,Bikes,Floats & Beach Chairs.We have a beautiful backyard to enjoy games,barbecue or just to relax & unwind.Enjoy our beautiful & quaint beach

Romantic Getaway at The Lake!
Beautiful year round getaway! Relax and have a glass of wine by the lake. Wake early to enjoy the sun rising directly over the lake with a fresh cup of coffee. Enjoy direct lake access on a trophy bass lake including a beautiful dock. Hot tub overlooking the water open year round. Enjoy dinner in front of beautiful gas fireplace. Amazing sunrises and colorful sunsets. The location and amenities make for a fantastic romantic getaway for two! Centrally located 30 minutes from the Mohegan Casino.

The Dragon Fly Garden
The phrase "nestled in nature” is the best way to describe the dragonfly's den. Sitting on the trail head to over 1,000 acres of the Cocaponsette State Forest across from Messerschmidt pond and just three miles from the winding salt water marsh water way you won't find a better mix of activities. Golf & boating are just moments away. Mountain biking & Trail running off the property. This country cottage boasts lake views, wildlife and wandering trails to loose yourself within. 1GB internet

The Beach House (Costa Casa Pelo Mar)
Great accommodations for families or large groups of friends. Amazing amenities and beach location. Family friendly home in a private beach community, in Niantic, CT. Parking pass included, to walk/park steps away from our private beach & walk into Rocky Neck State Park. A short drive to downtown Niantic, great restaurants, Foxwoods & Mohegan Casinos, Shopping (Niantic, Westbrook Outlets, Clinton Crossing), Mystic Aquarium and Seaport, Garde Arts Center, The Kate & SE CT Children's Museum

Steps to Beach! *Cozy Cottage* Pet Friendly
Relax and enjoy the beach life in this newly renovated charmer just steps from The Saybrook Manor Assoc private beach which is only available to Saybrook Manor Assoc members. Enjoy cooking your favorite family meals in our fully stocked kitchen or venture out to some of the best restaurants on The CT Shore with a short 5-15 min drive. Free wifi for work or entertainment , private outdoor patio dining and serenity await you. You will feel at home in our little slice of heaven on The Shore.

Walk to the beach at Black Point, Niantic, Ct
Black Point beach home (5th house from water) within walking distance of three beaches. Open floor plan with three levels. Ping Pong room on lower level. Living room, dining room, sitting area, and kitchen on mid level. Three bedrooms & 2 full bath on top level. WI-Fi, linens, coffee, water provided. Fenced in back yard with gas grill. Close to casinos, charter fishing, Essex steam train, Mystic Aquarium & Seaport, and Newport (1 Hr). Walk Niantic Bay Boardwalk or Old Black Point.

Waterside Beach Retreat
Beautiful New England period home steps from the beach on the Long Island Sound. Recently renovated from top to bottom with new kitchen and bathrooms, hardwood floors throughout. Idyllic location on quaint & quiet street. Hide away and relax or discover the many local attractions - water sports, fishing, winery, antique stores, scenic walks, premium outlet shopping are all on your doorstep. Ideally located off the I-95 halfway between NYC & Boston, both of which are a train ride away.

Water View Mid Century Home in Essex CT, 4 Kayaks
Welcome to FALLS RIVER, Essex CT! The house is located in a well established, quiet & charming New England neighborhood on a scenic road, few min from Essex Village! This mid-century house offers 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1 outdoor shower, a movie room, meditation loft and an outdoor deck (dry bar, grill) to enjoy the water view. You also have access to 4 kayaks. Nature and animal lovers will appreciate the views, birds symphony and the quick access to multiple nature trails.

Hot Tub & Firepit•Sunsets & Beach Walk | Fireplace
Explore our Old Saybrook retreat on Great Hammock Rd, a cozy spot near the beach. Perfect for romance or family fun, it boasts stunning views and amenities. Relax in the hot tub, use bikes for local exploration, and enjoy evenings by the fire pit. Indoors, a fireplace adds warmth. Book now for a delightful getaway with views, memories, and the charm of Old Saybrook! Please note Our property is strictly an animal-free zone due to severe allergies persisting in the family.

Ideal Historic Home in Essex Village
Welcome to village life in the heart of Essex Village. This is the longest running and most visited vacation rental home on Main St in Essex, CT. Chosen as the best small town in America by Norman Crampton in his book, The 100 Best Small Towns in America. Essex also appears in 1000 Places to Visit Before You Die. Located on the Connecticut River, this friendly New England community has been welcoming travelers since before the American Revolution.

Best of both worlds!
Great location- 1 mile to the beach, 1/2 mile to shops and restaurants, and less than a 1/4 mile to a park! The house is set back from the road with a good size driveway. The inside is newly renovated and we are working to finish the yard area for the summer! The house has WiFi, large yard, and a great front porch that gets a ton of sun. We’ve made great memories there over the years and are now looking to share it with others!
Popular amenities for Essex house rentals
House rentals with a pool

Casino Stay & Play House w/Hot Tub, Game Room

Hot Tub~Pool~GameRoom~FirePit~BBQ~King Bed~Casinos

Sunset Oasis 1 @ Ocean Beach: $1Mil View 6 Queen

Walk to Casino with POOL+HOT TUB

Breathtaking home with unforgettable views & pool!

Modern East Hampton Home w/ Heated Saltwater Pool

Oasis backyard, Pool, Gym, and Sunroom!

Beauty and the Beach!
Weekly house rentals

Chester Gingerbread House: Stroll to Village

Hyde House-A classic New England cape.

Essex village carriage house

Plans for Fall? Book The Winding Rock House Today!

Blue Bird Beachfront home Dock available

Relax and Refresh at the Mill-on-Sill

The Connecticut Cottage | Historic Modern Charm

5* CT. Shoreline Home. Stylish Comfort. Sleeps 10+
Private house rentals

Waterfront Property on 30 Acres

Quarry House: Mid-Century Modern

Stylish Modern Home, 4-Bedroom, Madison CT

Stunning house on CT river !

Killingworth Estate - Elite Amenities & Finishings

Sea Salt Air Changes Everything

Tinker Gardens

Newly renovated CT shoreline home next to Marinas
When is the best time to visit Essex?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,069 | ﺩ.ﺇ 771 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,028 | ﺩ.ﺇ 690 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,028 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,028 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,025 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,025 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,028 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,028 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,138 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,076 |
| Avg. temp | 0°C | 1°C | 4°C | 10°C | 16°C | 21°C | 24°C | 24°C | 20°C | 14°C | 8°C | 3°C |
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