Cottage vacation rentals in Southend-on-Sea

The Garden Room - Countryside & Wellness Cottage.

An affordable countryside paradise - The Garden Room is an immaculately presented studio cottage in the beautiful hamlet of Harvel in the heart of The Garden of England. Set in an AONB with additional Wellness Treatments available in house, walking, horse riding & The Bravo Show, National Trust, Brands Hatch & local Vineyard. With excellent transport links; railway stations at Meopham, Borough Green & Ebbsfleet providing services DIRECT from London in UNDER 45 minutes! M25/M20 are close by.

2 Bed Coastal Cottage. Paddleboard. Dogs welcome.

This spacious Victorian cottage is a great base to explore the coast , walk, birdwatch or paddleboard. Situated in the traditional fishing village of Tollesbury the cottage has a lovely dining area, fully stocked kitchen, two large bedrooms and garden. We’re a 5 minute walk from the water and access to miles of coastal seawall walks and nature reserves looking over the river Blackwater. Tollesbury is a popular place in summer with a saltwater swimming lido and many water based activities.

Twitchers Cottage Oare - Nature on your doorstep

Twitchers Cottage at Broomfield Barn is a beautifully presented converted in 2020, one bedroom cottage. Located on the edge of Oare marshes that is an important wetland reserve with a range of bird species. This area is popular with bird watches, walkers, wildlife photographers and cyclists or anyone who wants a relaxing break away surrounded by open countryside. There is plenty to do throughout the year wether you want coast, town or countryside it’s all in easy reach for your enjoyment.

A rural retreat, near Rochester

An ideal alternative to a hotel, Chantry Cottage offers the flexibility of self catering, where care and attention has gone into providing the perfect stay. Inside the cosy accomodation ancient timbers are paired with twists of antique luxuries and modern influences in which to relax and enjoy. Externally, the private pretty cottage garden is complete with patio furniture, pizza oven, bbq perfect for eating alfresco. For cyclists there’s a shed large enough to store the bikes.

Comfy, quiet beach cottage for walking & seafood

'The Cabin' is a comfortable, bright, two bedroom cottage on Mersea Island, near Colchester, a few steps from the sea on a much sought after quiet lane. There are two double bedrooms, one with a Super King bed the other with a King size bed and a bunk bed. There are great walks and bike rides either along the sea wall or on the beach, and some fantastic seafood eateries. Mersea Island is off the coast of Essex, 9 miles southeast of Colchester, just one hour from London.

PJ's @ Willow Cottage

Small but beautifully created detached one bedroom apartment with kitchen, study/dining room and shower room/toilet Close to places of interest, train station, bus routes and M2 / M20 motorways . Superfast Wi-Fi, flat screen TV, fridge/freezer, combination microwave, hob, coffee/hot water machines and many extras. Double bed with Simba memory foam mattress , leather sofa Off-road parking and full access to large garden area. A secure bicycle store also available.

The Old Tuck Shop (entire cottage - 1 double bed)

Ideally located for exploration of the historic Medway Towns and surrounding areas of Kent,The Old Tuck Shop is the perfect place for a relaxing getaway. The accommodation can sleep up to 3 guests, but this listing is only for two guests sharing the double room. If the second single bedroom is required please contact your host before booking or see the other listing. There is a full bathroom upstairs and an additional loo and cloakroom downstairs.

Riverside gem with a nautical past

In the heart of lower Wivenhoe on the quay, our little self-contained cottage was once part of the home of The Colne Marine and Yacht Company. Its thick brick walls and quiet and pretty disposition, defy its former role as a working yard where timber yachts were crafted and repaired, drawn up inside at high tide. Emma and Charlie welcome guests back time after time to relax and enjoy this very special place. We hope you will join them.

Cosy 3 bedroom cottage in the heart of Kent

Shillinghurst Cottage is the perfect getaway for a relaxing break for friends, couples or a family break. It is cosy, comfortable yet modern and comes with everything you would expect to make it the ideal home away from home. Set in the heart of the beautiful village of Borden, it will suit individuals who like country walks, relaxing in a peaceful surrounding or exploring the many towns and cities nearby.