Family-friendly holiday rentals in Rayleigh

Soak up the Cool, Coastal Style at a Harbour Hideaway

Snuggle up in the azure, panelled bedroom at this cosy bolthole after a day at the beach in the sea air. Step through the dusky-pink door, whip up a snack in the snug, chic kitchen, then curl up on the sofa next to the rustic log pile. Featured in Cosmopolitan 2020 “10 of the coolest places to stay in Whitstable” https://www.cosmopolitan.com/uk/entertainment/travel/g33322282/airbnb-whitstable/ And Time Out 2021 “The best Airbnbs in Whitstable” https://www.timeout.com/whitstable/travel/best-airbnbs-in-whitstable-kent This quaint, seaside haven sits directly opposite Whitstable's iconic harbour and beach. The central location is on the doorstep of the town's fashionable restaurants, bars, and boutiques.

Buttercup Studios

Buttercup Studios is in the heart of the centre of Whitstable 2 mins from the seaside & dozens of eclectic independent shops & restaurants (with a car park and free street parking 1 min away). The pretty 16th Century 2-story house, with haven-courtyard & happy style is a quiet secret hidden oasis. It's the perfect destination for couples in love or families wanting a breath of fresh air! Buttercup is small pet, baby/child friendly. Please include each as an additional ADULT guest when booking :)

Secret Mersea Retreat - late booking discounts!

You won't be disappointed! This Secret Mersea Island retreat offers stylish contemporary-styled self-contained accommodation in West Mersea just minutes from the anchorage, restaurants, world-famous Company shed, yacht club and local cafes. This is a real couples or small family getaway. The living area is open plan to the dining and kitchen areas, the double bedroom overlooks the courtyard garden and a contemporary-styled bathroom has both a bath and walk-in shower. Small pets welcome. Parking

Fawkes Perch

Fawkes Perch is a self-contained studio apartment furnished in a contemporary style in West Mersea. It's a 5 minute walk from the beautiful monkey beach.The apartment is below our own flat and is one large room, with a king size double bed and a large corner sofa-bed. It has a small kitchen too. The property is ideal for a couple but the sofa bed in the room which would be ideal for children but would be a bit cosy for four adults in the room unless you all knew each other really well!

Lovely fisherman's cottage near beach and harbour

Our cosy holiday cottage is located in the heart of Whitstable's beautiful conservation area and buzzing town centre, with the beach and harbour less than five minute's walk away, and all the pubs, cafes, restaurants and quirky shops on the doorstep. The house has a traditional feel, mixed with contemporary, warm and down-to-earth Scandinavian simplicity. There's a well-equipped kitchen, a log burner to cosy up in front on cold winter evenings, and a private, decked, south facing garden.

Luxury cottage, seconds from beach & restaurants

A stone's throw from the beach, Harbour, boutiques and eateries, Fig Cottage oozes luxury charm. With its newly converted cool mellow interiors, lofty living and generous eating areas, it's a wonderful space to spend time with friends and family. Think a pampering free-standing bath, Egyptian cotton sheets and fluffy white towels. Three generous bedrooms (one with a secret bunk) in relaxing tones give a fabulous nights sleep after a long walk on the beach or a sea dip.

Billet Wharf House

My place is at the heart of Leigh-on-Sea Old Town, with its cockle boats, waterside pubs and restaurants, sea birds and beach. You’ll love my place because of the location, the views, and being at the cosy centre of a lively seaside village. My place is good for couples, solo adventurers, business travellers, and families (with kids).

St Peter's Cottage, Essex countryside

New build house in outstanding countryside location. Half acre (2000 m2) garden surrounded by open fields with views across the Blackwater River valley in every direction. The house is located next to the ancient monument of St Peter's Church, dating from the 11th century and now a stained glass artists studio.

Bay Cottage in Whitstable's Conservation Area

Bay Cottage is a spacious 3 bedroom fisherman’s cottage in the heart of Whitstable’s picturesque conservation area. The property has been renovated to a high standard, comfortably sleeps up to 5 people, and is on the doorstep to Harbour Street with it’s boutique shops, restaurants, and the seafront.