Cottage vacation rentals in Maldon

We had a restful and relaxing long weekend at Little Fenn. With a toddler we found lots to do both indoors and outdoors. The local zoo as well as a short drive to the beach was a treat. The air was clean and we enjoyed waking up to the sound of birds. Kirran was very responsive and anticipated our needs with recommendations of things to do with a toddler. Thank you for a beautiful get away from the London rush!

Great location and Paul was a very helpful and communicative host, even helping one of our guests recover some belongings they had left behind. Thank you very much, Emily

Was already impressed with the pictures on the listing but the property exceeded my expectations. Somehow it was better than the pictures would suggest!! Secluded, clean, charming, comfortable, spacious, characterful. Beautiful views. Friendly donkeys. Immaculate gardens. Tranquil walks. The most equipped kitchen you can imagine. We were a group of 8 and everyone felt at home instantly. The one thing I would say is that the hot tub certainly needs pre-heating before you arrive if you intend using it the day you get there- it took at least 8 hours+ of rigorous attention to the wood fire to reach temperature. Overall a truly memorable and lovely stay. Thank you.

Hollie was fast responsive when I had messaged her before booking. The cottage was lovely and warm when we arrived and the hot tub was ready for use. We had a great stay here and enjoyed our time x

A beautiful cottage set in beautiful grounds. Perfect for our teenage girls who loved the hot tub and fire pit. Amanda our host was great and very helpful. Would definitely would love to stay again.

As a family of foodies and in particular loving shellfish West mersea and the cottage were absolutely perfect for us. Our two teenagers loved the hot tub and we thoroughly enjoyed cooking good food in the small but perfectly formed kitchen and sitting in the sunshine in a very pretty deck watching the world go by. three nights was a treat, But perhaps a few extra just to make sure we could try all of the wonderful food offerings West Mersey provides . Thanks Roland for being a great host - we loved the cottage and would love to return.

Forest Cottage was an amazing place to stay! I was visiting family and this was a great place to relax and have our own space for the vacation . Great rural location , yet close enough to amenities etc . We had an issue with the toilet and Jason promptly had a plumber out to fix it. Quiet and charming place. Jason was very responsive and easy to reach out to if we had any issues . My only suggestion would be to have a binder or booklet with more detailed instructions on the cottage rather than hand written notes ( ex. How to use the stovetop, where the outside lights are located etc). Beautiful country views with access to Hatfield Forest on our doorstep. The hot tub was an added bonus. Will definitely look to visit again sometime soon . Thanks Jason !

Our stay at Rise Cottage was perfect. The cottage itself is charming and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. Mark was the perfect host. He showed us round the grounds and the cottage and gave us some helpful tips as to local places to visit. We would definitely visit again!

Adam welcomed us on arrival and was friendly and accommodating. When we needed to contact them about a couple of minor things, they were responded very quickly and dealt with any small issues immediately. Very friendly and provided local information. Accommodation was as expected, presented well - a 400 year old cottage with quirky, rustic and therefore in keeping decoration. Well appointed and plenty of kitchen accessories for cooking in if that's what you want to do. A lovely welcome pack provided :-) Nice pub over the road, beautiful walks to local villages with other great places to eat, a good location for a relaxing and walking and admiring the local scenery.. Area popular with bird watchers it seems (being right on the estuary...) Some road noise outside as the cottage is right on the road, but you soon get used to this if you're not already.

Fabulous week long stay at The Stables. Really nice, well appointed, private accommodation and a perfect location for walks with the dog or as a base for exploring the area. Amanda was the perfect host. We thoroughly recommend The Stables.

We had a lovely stay at Fred's. The house was tucked away in a quiet yet central location, and had everything we needed. The converted stables were beautifully done, and it has calming decor so that we felt relaxed after a day of being out and about. There were fantastic friends nearby for the dog too!

Had a wonderful Easter with relatives in Chelmsford. The property was beautiful. Everything we needed and more. The welcome hamper was a very thoughtful touch. Great shower and the beds were extremely comfortable. Will definitely book again. Thank you Helen.

Very cute place in the English countryside with amazing charm. The cottage has recently been refurbished and feels like a movie set (think ‘The Holiday’ but with the home feeling of a cozy retreat). The decor was beautifully done, capturing the essence of a traditional English cottage while offering modern comforts. The location was serene and perfect for a peaceful getaway. Overall, it was a wonderful stay, and I would highly recommend this charming cottage to anyone seeking a relaxing escape in the countryside. Absolutely indispensable to have a car AND review the checking pictures well in order to find the place

We had a great Easter break, it was quiet and met all our needs to be able to walk each day and not really need to get into the car. The layout was ideal for us and the 2 dogs and though there are people around you we felt private and did not hear any of the neighbours, the kitchen was well equipped and the bathroom was very comfortable and so was the bed which was a plus. Would definitely consider using this as a base again.

We absolutely loved our stay at The Stable. The photos when we booked looked amazing but in reality it was superb. The bed and settee were super comfy and all the TV set up was great. We had amazing weather for April so really enjoyed the little sun trap of a garden. The lights at night were so pretty. Going to get some for home. The kitchen had everything we needed. Little goodies left by Greg were very nice. Our little dog was very well behaved and enjoyed his holiday too. The stable is in good walking distance to everywhere in Southend. We walked miles both ways on the beach. Luckily we came before 1st May because after that till September dogs are not allowed on the beaches. And that would have been a game changer for us. All in all it is a lovely little cottage. Designed beautifully well done.

Fantastic cottage in idyllic location. Photos do not do it justice - it’s a beautiful cottage, full of character and charm. Lovely garden too. Had a wonderful stay and communication was excellent.

Cottage in a great location. In quiet lane. A short walk into historic Woodbrige - 3 mins. Similarly a short stroll to river front. Cottage is very comfortable and welcoming. Excellent. Thoroughly recommended. Would go again :-)

We had an amazing stay at 4 Angel Lane, Woodbridge. The cottage is small but has everything that you need as well as being in a perfect location. With the bonus of a lovely garden to enjoy the early spring sunshine our break was everything we were wanting. Thank you x

Amazing place and amazing host. Had a fantastic and peaceful 4 day/3 night stay. Comfortable beds and everything we needed. If I was to be very, very picky, the living space part was a bit snug for 2 adults and 2 fully grown late teens and the upstairs bedroom could have used a bit more head room, however that did not detract from our lovely stay. Great amenities, lovely outdoor area, peaceful at night listening to the owls and the birds during the day. Host was highly responsive, messaging back within seconds to any query, proactively working to ensure our stay was everything we were looking for. Could not have asked for more. We would definitely stay again and highly recommend it if you want a peaceful break.

Lovely place to stay for a week whilst visiting family who live locally. There are lots of over places to visit all within easy travel distance from the cottage. The Cottage was very cosy and comfortable and had everything we needed for our stay. The views from the cottage over the Thames are amazing and a great way to start the morning by relaxing and enjoying a coffee. The kids enjoyed the games room and been able to play football on the field. Communication and instructions from the host was excellent throughout the week. We will definitely be back.

We loved staying here and I especially loved how peaceful the location was. Our children loved it and the spaces are gorgeous; our daughter especially loved how friendly the horses were. We arrived at 10pm on a Friday night and Amanda had left the keys in the door for us which made the end to a long drive from Leeds easier! The whole lodge is beautiful throughout and with underfloor heating was very cosy. I could imagine the summer months being even more luxury to the property with the bifolds and stunning views at the back of the property. Overall, we’d stay here again as it was such a lovely breakaway.

Such a gorgeous place to stay, a charming little cottage in a pristine village! Cottage was well stocked, and we felt right at home. Would love to visit again

Stunning cottage in stunning grounds of a stately home / manor. The cottage is in a private orchard so you have a lovely very large green / garden with the accompanying birdsong to enjoy to yourselves! There are no other cottages so the grounds are private and wonderful to explore on foot too. The kids brought their bikes for some cycling on the attached woodland paths and lovely for morning or evening walks. The cottage itself is modern, spotless and well heated, lovely roll top bath and walk in showers. The cottage from outside to in is all one floor so great for our baby who was crawling (there is one step between the kitchen and living room). Hosts were very responsive and welcoming.