
Waterfront vacation rentals in Southend-on-Sea
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Stunning Chelmsford Apartment
Very good accommodation and very proactive and kind owner. Recommended also for business stays.

Lovely clean and modern apartment.Relaxing place.
Stella has a fantastic two bed apartment here with wonderful views out to the water. Everything is within walking distance whether that be shops, pubs or just a nice stroll along the coastline! I would highly recommend this apartment to anyone looking to stay in Kent and get the best of both worlds being so close to the station and city but also being on the doorstep of so much greenery and countryside. Stella was fantastic as was her assistant Natasha.

Cosy escape heated luxury pod with hot tub
We found our stay to be very comfortable, pre-arrival instruction were very good and clear. Communication with the host was really good. We would definitely recommend. Thank you for a great stay

Sea front one bedroomed flat.
A beautiful apartment. Clean and tidy with everything you need for a short break. Plenty of restaurants and bars within walking distance. Would definitely recommend.

Stunning Sea Front Views
Richard kept in contact right until check in day , apartment was lovely with great views a couple of snags the carpet in the hall way could do with a clean , had a lovely peaceful weekend & great to wake up to views of the sea would recommend totally apartment is a lovely size with a homely feel . Thank you for allowing us to stay .

Wonderful Burnham riverside flat - gorgeous views!
Great location, the flat is spacious and has amazing views of the river. Close to lots of nice bars, restaurants and shops. Good communication from the host. Would definitely recommend!

Home from Home
Clean, nice location and Devi was great at communicating and ensuring we were happy with the stay!

Oyster bay, stunning sea views (Whitstable, Kent)
Alex was lovely from the very beginning, so helpful! The apartment is one if the best we've stayed in, beautiful, amazing location right on the front, and everything was completely spotless! Such s perfect stay thank you so much Alex.
Waterfront house rentals

Navigation Cottage Luxury on the Historic Sea Lock
Beautiful lockside property, amazing location with two great pubs right across the way. House was nice and cosy when we arrived and the heating was great all weekend long. We especially loved the conservatory where we at our breakfast in the sun. Perfect for dogs and lots of beautiful walks nearby. Would definitely return in summer. Great stay thank you

Home by the sea
Jason’s place was wonderful for our little family and super close to old town and new town. Sara’s was great for brunch Sunday morning and the Library playground and library were great for my little one on Saturday.

Unique Wedge Shaped Seaside Beach House
Ria’s place was fantastic.Great location minutes from the sea front.Spotless clean and everything you needed was there .Very good selection of toys which the baby loved.Everything was so easy to use from the shower to the hob and oven etc . Ria even made arrangements to have the house ready for us from 11am when we enquired if we could just drop our bags off early as we’d been travelling from 4 am. That to us was an amazing gesture 🤩

Robin’s Nest - 4-bed home close to beach
This was my first booking with Airbnb so I didnt really know what to expect but Mel has certainly set the standard. She is a friendly, helpful, honest, and incredibly responsive host. The house was exactly as described and the quiet location was perfect for us. We'll definitely stay again when we return to Mersea Island, which was beautiful too!

Stunning Cottage in the Heart of Old Leigh
Love Old Leigh. Needed somewhere while visiting family locally and where better. Somehow managed to never see the tide in. Parking was good considering how busy the area is.

Pet-Friendly & Accessible, SeaViews
Becky's bungalow is beautifully decorated, alot of time and love has been put into making it a lovely space. Becky was responsive and friendly.

beachside house with uninterrupted Sea views
This was an absolutely perfect stay. The house is enormous yet homely, beautifully appointed and with the most breathtaking views. The pool and spa are an added bonus and the path down to the beach / estuary is gorgeous. All in all an absolutely fabulous place and we will be back. Thank you xxx

Panoramic Beach Retreat in Arts & Crafts House
Staying at beautiful Beacon house, with those dream views of the sea right in front of us, has been fantastic! Katrina is a wonderful host, very friendly and helpful. I would definitely recommend it!
Waterfront condo rentals

Estuary view
Great location, nice and quiet. Close to the beach and 10 minute walk to the pier. Looked like the pictures and exactly as I was expecting. Sofa and beds were comfy and plenty of afternoon sun on the balcony.

Victorian flat + parking 5 mins frm station/town
Had a wonderful stay at Elca's place, it was exactly what me and my family were looking for, a home away from home.Thank you Elca for being a wonderful host. Lots of best wishes to you.

A luxury 2 bedroom apartment with 2 free parking
Is a lovely flat for getting around Medway. perfect location for shopping at dockside or popping to the nearby restaurants. stocked tea and coffee which we appreciated.

WindyS Grays Smart Home, you will love it.
Would come again, lovely and secure parking.

The Flat
Stunning spot. Above and beyond expectation. Nikki was a lovely host. We will definitely be back. We loved being outside of the more tourist area. Everything really relaxing and thoughtfully laid out. A plus is the amazing restaurant downstairs. They even delivered to us!

Fully fitted studio flat with riverside views
Very cozy singe bed studio.. all necessary amenities were provided and we have enjoyed our stay.. very close to the waters and our work in Greenhithe. Highly recommended!

Serenity Waterfront 2 Bed Apartment
I recently stayed at this apartment and had an absolutely wonderful experience. The place was spotless—very clean and well-maintained. One of the highlights was the stunning view, which made every morning and evening feel special. The location is perfect—convenient, safe, and close to everything you might need. What really stood out to me was how helpful and responsive the host was. Anytime I called, he answered immediately and was always available, no matter the time. His attention and care really made the stay even more comfortable. I 100% recommend this apartment to anyone looking for a great place to stay. I will definitely be coming back again and again

3 Bedroom Spacious Seaside Apartment–Estuary Views
Fab apartment, really homey and warm, Georgina was very proactive and responsive. Very flexible and friendly.
Quick stats about waterfront rentals in Southend-on-Sea
Total rentals
40 properties
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20 properties are a good fit for families
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10 properties allow pets
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20 properties have a dedicated workspace
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