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Our top choices for Mersea Island holiday rentals

1. The Hide

The Hide
3.0 star property
Colchester
The price is NZ$3,199
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
The Hide

2. Island Retreat

Island Retreat
2.0 star property
Colchester
The price is NZ$2,865
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Island Retreat

3. Birds Farm

Birds Farm
3.0 star property
Colchester
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (11 reviews)
"Really comfortable bed. Super clean. Great for a couple of nights stay. Close to the University to meet up with our daughter. Would recommend the Beth Chatto Garden near by for a visit. "
United Kingdom
Nicola
The price is NZ$223
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Birds Farm

4. Pippin Cottage

Pippin Cottage
3.0 star property
Clacton-on-Sea
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Spotlessly clean throughout. Lovely cottage and great hosts."
United Kingdom
Steve
The price is NZ$759
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Pippin Cottage

5. Ryegate House Colchester

Ryegate House Colchester
3.0 star property
Dutch Quarter
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (29 reviews)
"Good price, helpful host and all necessary facilities. Would recommend!"
United Kingdom
Norman
The price is NZ$153
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Ryegate House Colchester

6. Highfield Grange Family Holiday Park

Highfield Grange Family Holiday Park
3.5 star property
Clacton-on-Sea
The price is NZ$191
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Highfield Grange Family Holiday Park

7. Staycations Maldon Suites

Staycations Maldon Suites
4.0 star property
Maldon
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (20 reviews)
"Fantastic suite. Unique. Comfortable. Spacious. Has everything you'll need for short or longer term stays."
United Kingdom
Jonathon
The price is NZ$295
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Staycations Maldon Suites

8. Chelmsford Serviced Apartments

Chelmsford Serviced Apartments
5.0 star property
Chelmsford
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (61 reviews)
"Very handy location close to where we needed to be in Chelmsford. Certainly more room that a budget hotel wih everything you need, including safe parking."
United Kingdom
Paul
The price is NZ$325
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Chelmsford Serviced Apartments

9. Lakewood Plot 4

Lakewood Plot 4
2.0 star property
Clacton-on-Sea
The price is NZ$1,840
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Lakewood Plot 4

10. Cozy Studio in Colchester - Perfect for Couples

Cozy Studio in Colchester - Perfect for Couples
3.0 star property
Colchester
The price is NZ$293
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Cozy Studio in Colchester - Perfect for Couples

11. 7a Sir Alf Ramsey Way

7a Sir Alf Ramsey Way
2.0 star property
Ipswich
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Lovely little place to stay like home from home "
United Kingdom
Lisa
The price is NZ$162
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
7a Sir Alf Ramsey Way

12. 3 bed Static Caravan With 5 Beds on a Holiday Park

3 bed Static Caravan With 5 Beds on a Holiday Park
2.0 star property
Felixstowe
The price is NZ$155
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
3 bed Static Caravan With 5 Beds on a Holiday Park

13. The Farmhouse

The Farmhouse
3.0 star property
Clacton-on-Sea
The price is NZ$1,828
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
The Farmhouse

14. Surridges Studio, Sleeps 4 w/ Parking & Dogs Ok

Surridges Studio, Sleeps 4 w/ Parking & Dogs Ok
3.0 star property
Chelmsford
The price is NZ$352
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Surridges Studio, Sleeps 4 w/ Parking & Dogs Ok

15. Curry Farm

Curry Farm
3.0 star property
Southminster
The price is NZ$943
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Curry Farm

16. Apartment Sleeps 2 With Parking

Apartment Sleeps 2 With Parking
3.5 star property
Chelmsford
The price is NZ$302
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Apartment Sleeps 2 With Parking

17. Booking Urban at Stisted

Booking Urban at Stisted
3.0 star property
Braintree
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (17 reviews)
"Excellent stay , superb room "
United Kingdom
Jason
The price is NZ$212
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Booking Urban at Stisted

18. Lakewood Plot 2

Lakewood Plot 2
2.0 star property
Clacton-on-Sea
The price is NZ$1,806
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Lakewood Plot 2

19. Cabin Sleeps 4 With Indoor Pool and Patio

Cabin Sleeps 4 With Indoor Pool and Patio
3.0 star property
Felixstowe
The price is NZ$299
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Cabin Sleeps 4 With Indoor Pool and Patio

20. Seaside Haven Retreat in Walton

Seaside Haven Retreat in Walton
3.0 star property
Walton on the Naze
7.4 out of 10, Good, (3 reviews)
"It was a excellent stay, nice clean caravan perfect size for a couple or family of four. Just opposite club house, good if you don't mind a little noise till about 12, which we didn't mind at all. "
United Kingdom
Anonymous traveller
The price is NZ$289
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Seaside Haven Retreat in Walton
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You always said you would go on a dream holiday someday. Now, someday is here. But you don’t just want to dip your toe into the trip of a lifetime, you want to cannonball into the deep end. Go ahead, unplug and unwind in style. When you book one of our Mersea Island holiday rentals, the ordinary is in the rearview. Instead of sharing your vacation with hundreds of hotel guests, you get to take advantage of all the space at your private apartment. You also get to enjoy all the amenities of a private residence for a truly unique and memorable stay. Why don’t you take off your shoes and settle in for a while? Your holiday just got upgraded.

As much as you love your vacation rental, it’s always good to get out and explore to soak up Mersea Island. Live like a local: Eat regional food, cheer on the home team, and visit the best cultural attractions in town. No matter the season, there is always something going on in Mersea Island. Seeing all the best attractions is bound to make you fall in love with Mersea Island. Who knows, you may even be tempted to extend your stay. There’s a reason home rentals are so popular here—after a long day of exploration, going back to your very own living room to stretch out is a dream come true. 

It’s your escape so why share it? You deserve your own slice of paradise. Booking your holiday rental on Expedia is simple and safe. Just pick your dates to search for the perfect property and book securely. We let you contact the property owner directly to make any special arrangements. All that’s left to do is show up with bells on and have a memorable vacation. With all the amenities available in Mersea Island short-term rentals, that won’t be hard to do.

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