Essex is famous for its celebrity culture, but what makes a rural Essex holiday special? We’ve put together 10 great reasons to escape here for a while and capture some memorable moments at our luxury holiday lodges.

Ideal for breaks in Autumn, Winter and Spring, here are just 10 self-catering holiday cottages with wood burning stoves or open fires welcoming you to hunker down for a night or two!

These top UK winter walks near our holiday cottages offer stunning scenery, wildlife and historic landmarks - and of course a cosy café - making braving the cold just that little bit more appealing.

If you’re looking for festive things to try on your pre-Christmas getaway, these fabulous Christmas light trails are worth braving the cold for, and will really lift your spirits.

Get in the festive mood with our pick of the best 2021 Christmas Markets in Cumbria and book a beautiful cottage for a perfect pre-Christmas getaway.

Check out our pick of the best 21 East of England Christmas markets in 2021 and book one of our beautiful nearby 5 star holiday cottages in Essex and Norfolk.

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Here are our favourite 2021 Christmas Markets in the Heart of England, all of which can easily be visited whilst staying at one of our nearby holiday cottages in Derbyshire, Herefordshire and Shropshire.

Ready to Christmas shop? Hell Yeah! Why not escape the crowds of the high street and visit these best 2021 Christmas markets in the South West to get into the spirit of things this year?

Take a look at our 14 unmissable Christmas Santa Specials for 2021. They are sure to get the kids chuffed on a fun Chrismassy Staycation Holiday break!

Once a royal hunting forest and now one of Britain’s oldest National Parks, Exmoor is a place full of contrasts just waiting to be explored. Check out our top 10 things to do in and around Exmoor to find the perfect day out for you and your family.