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Homely 3 bedroomed caravan on Mersea Island, Essex
Van is in one of the best spots for views and privacy. Very comfortable with everything you need close by. Another fab stay.

Spacious Country Home - Hot Tub and Seasonal Pool
Laura’s house is beautiful, it’s very private and the pool is fantastic. The house is cosy and spotless clean. The area is also quite nice, and there’s also a pub walking distance.

Barn, heated pool, stables, farm stay
Pretty much everything about this house was perfect, the host was very responsive and helpful. Really happy with the whole experience and hope to stay there again one day not just because of the beautiful house, but also to see the friendly chihuahuas that would come to sit with us in the afternoons.

beachside house with uninterrupted Sea views
Beautiful place, excellent facilities and clean. Antonina was brilliant, responsive and a lovely host. Would definitely recommend. It was perfect for our big family gathering and plenty for the kids to play with in the kids room! All in all, wonderful trip! Thank you so much for having us!

Writer's Cottage at Shore Hall
Spent a lovely few days, we had planned to go out and about but we the grounds were so lovely we didn't need to. Lara was always available if we needed but we were left to ourselves to relax and enjoy the cottage and grounds. My kids want to go back already!

Bear House, Nayland, Suffolk
We enjoyed a relaxing weekend at Bear House. Marcus is a fantastic host, replying promptly and helping whenever we had questions. His house and gardens are spectacular and we loved our swim in his natural swimming pool. Nayland village is beautiful. We enjoyed a short walk along the river spotting a heron, several varieties of poppy and admiring the riverside houses on the way to the Anchor pub. We also enjoyed brunch at the old mill and a meal at the Angel, which is 5 minutes’ drive away in Stoke-by-Nayland.

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What made our stay so great was the communication we had with Daisy. There were a few snags, parking, getting in the complex late at night without a key code, heating and water didn’t work the first day and the light in the kids room didn’t work. That said, she was incredibly helpful and polite. All sorted quick as a flash. Very clean, free WiFi, all you needed for a nice weekend break. Would 100% go again and recommend to any family. We’re a family of 5 and it was …..⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️!!!!!! Thankyou Daisy! 💙

Private, two bed accommodation in medieval house
Patsie’s accommodation is unique and second to none. In the center of the delightful village of Nayland, facing the church spire and clock, surrounded by scenic footpaths.
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The Old Steam Mill, Luxury in a beautiful location
We had a wonderful weekend at the old steam mill. Photos don’t do it justice - it’s even more spacious and beautiful in real life! Very comfortable and quiet, the hosts Mark and Celina accommodated us at very short notice and were lovely and responsive when needed. The garden was perfect to enjoy a drink and meals in the warm summer evenings and our dog loved exploring. It was everything we hoped for a countryside getaway not too far from London.

Spacious 3 Bedroom Family House with Workspace
Lovely stay, host answered all questions promptly. Very clean and had everything we needed. Thank you

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Perfect destination there was a gym and shop, one minute away for your property felt right at home. Thanks again.Kev

Stylish Victorian house, close to City Centre
Rebecca’s property was as described and was extremely pleasant! Would stay here again for a short weekend.

Coastal Gem
Great location for attending a wedding at Villiers Barn. House is really well equipped with everything you need for a relaxing stay. Gemma was really responsive prior to our stay and provided lots of useful information re the local area, places to eat etc. The hot tub was a big hit with all of us, particularly our 5 year old grandson!

Alma Street 2 bed
Clean, tidy and warm. The stairs are steep but we were warned in the description. Beds comfortable.

Sailors Retreat, Brightlingsea
My daughter and grand children (all grown up now) had a fabulous stay and loved every minute. The cottage and gardens were immaculate, I would definitely recommend it to friends and family. Thank you Clare on behalf of my family

The Gildhall
Had a wonderful stay in this delightful, beamed farm house with great character. Lots of space inside with large lounge and dining room and nice sized bedrooms. Large kitchen with AGA cooker. Gardens are beautiful, so well maintained, peaceful and lovely walks through the countryside. Perfect for a nice relaxing break. Local farm shop a few minutes drive away has all you would need plus there's a very nice restaurant too.
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No.18 - A perfect island getaway
Enjoyed our stay at this beautiful home, everything was spotless the garden was beautiful. Everything you would need was provided! Will definitely be coming back. The area it self was also lovely. We was also aloud to check in early free of charge. Would definitely recommend this place for anyone looking for a getaway! Thank you.

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Had a lovely stay here. Found the rooms really spacious and comfortable. It’s a peaceful location yet near the city and has A12 access for a quick getaway. The coffee shop and Coop a few minutes walk away were also really handy for the morning boost and to shop.

Magnolia Lodge
This is wonderful accommodation, spacious for two and a dog with a nice garden in a beautiful area. Accommodation was very clean and comfortable. There are plenty of local walks without even having to drive, plus a very decent local pub with excellent food. We had a fantastic time and would definitely visit again.

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We enjoyed our stay at this lovely property which was in pristine condition. Very close to the university which was exactly what we needed for this visit. The free parking space round the back was super convenient. The house was well stocked with all the essentials and some luxuries too - a nice surprise. We'd like to thank our hosts for having the property ready for us in such a welcoming way. This was definitely one of the best places we've stayed at in Colchester in this price range, with lovely hosts too. We're looking forward to our next visit.

Georgian Farmhouse in Serene Countryside
We stayed in Katie’s accommodation to celebrate my grandmothers 80th birthday. The accommodation is gorgeous and has everything you need. We really appreciated having an en-suite in every bedroom. Lots of entertaining rooms downstairs and beautiful large garden. Would highly recommend this accommodation for large family gatherings. Perfect for all ages. Thank you

2 bed family home, 5 min drive from the beach
I had a lovely stay here with my son and dog. We came to clacton to visit family and it was ideally positioned for this. The local rugby field is just behind the house, which was ideal for walking the dog. Would definitely stay again.

Gorgeous cottage set in Bures
Lovely Suffolk cottage, which has been done up to a very high standard. Great kitchen that had quality appliances, glassware, crockery etc. Large sitting room with lots of room for 4 adults. Large spacious bathroom with a first class shower. The garden is stunning

High Street, Mersea
An excellent cottage in a great location. Well appointed and close to all amenities. Mersea Island is a great place for a holiday or weekend away.
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130 properties are a good fit for families
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100 properties have a dedicated workspace
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220 properties include access to Wi-Fi
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- Tower Bridge
- London Bridge
- St. Paul's Cathedral
- The O2
- Emirates Stadium
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- Alexandra Palace
- Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, London
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