Waterfront vacation rentals in Southend-on-Sea

This Air B&B is incredible, so homely and the high street is right on your door step . The hosts are very good and quick with getting back to you with any questions you may have. Definitely recommend anyone staying in Essex to book there stay here. You won’t be disappointed

Thoroughly enjoyed my stay. The spotless apartment was beautifully furnished, with very comfortable beds! Town was within walking distance, which was great. Jodie was a wonderful host, making sure my stay was a happy one. I’ll definitely be booking again! I highly recommend!

great apartment is well located

Loved this place and looking forward to hopefully staying again. Amazing location. Good size for myself and my 2 children but would be tight if it was 2 adults and 2 kids. Very clean and tidy except windows were very dirty but I imagine it's hard to keep them clean being opposite the sea so maybe expected. Other than that it was a lovely stay and I would highly recommend this apartment and found the pass the key to be extremely helpful. Happy with our stay.

Great location for relaxing break

A lovely well appointed modern flat with everything you need for a comfortable stay

Had a lovely stay in this immaculately clean apartment. Excellent location, for the castle , cathedral and high street, and next to the station, and didnt notice the noise of the trains! Very comfortable, would definitely recommend! When busy parking would be hard. We had to walk 15 mins to get keys but easy to do.

Levi was very informative with check in. The apartment is very modern and comfortable. Would highly recommend. Free parking right outside too! Thanks Levi for great stay!

We came back for our second stay at Beacon House and had a brilliant time! We would highly recommend this holiday home. The house is spacious and warm, you feel very cosy when looking out at the sea from the living room. Nicola is a great host, very friendly and quick to respond to any queries. We really enjoyed the walks along the sea front into Herne Bay for hot chocolates, kids can scoot or bike along the path, it made it a great trip all round. There is also tons to do nearby, this time we visited the Scalextric museum (near Margate) which provided a lot of entertainment and the Turner gallery in Margate which has a great space and workshops for young children. On one of the days we popped to Canterbury and visited the Beany museum which we all enjoyed. My parents also stayed this time and they enjoyed the local cinema in Westgate – just £4 a ticket! Thank you for a lovely stay, it's a fantastic home in a great area.

Melanie is a great host. Very proactive and responsive and provided lovely homemade baked goods, butter, tea, coffee and biscuits. Mini pool table was a nice bonus! Easy walk to the beach and town with good pubs, eateries and shops.

Cosy little cottage with lovely views

Great place Super clean Quick and responsive messages Bit noisy outside but to be expected. Would 10/10 recommend

We had a lovely family trip to Antonina’s place-the house was lovely, so warm and welcoming and beautifully clean. We were a large party at times and the kitchen was fully equipped for lots of guests with plenty of crockery, cutlery and glassware. The beds were comfortable and we all slept well after our excursions and time in the hot tub and swim pool. Our goal was to have a comfortable, fun weekend in a lovely house with our family and we got it! 😊 10/10

We had a lovely time in Herne Bay. The house was gorgeous and in an amazing location. It was well equipped with everything you could need and was super clean. Any questions were answered quickly and they were super helpful. Would definitely recommend staying here if you’re coming to herne bay.

We had a lovely new year stay at this lovely property which was a stone throw from the beach and also Whitstable high street. The house was ideal with high end finishes throughout. Terry was a great host - quick to respond and friendly and went the extra mile with check out

We had an absolutely wonderful stay at this Airbnb in Whitstable! The location couldn't have been more perfect – less than a minute from the high street, and with everything we needed within walking distance. It made exploring this charming town so easy and enjoyable. The house itself is beautiful, immaculately clean, and so thoughtfully set up. We didn’t need to contact the owners at all because everything was so straightforward and well-prepared. They even left a lovely selection of teas, coffee, snacks, and water for our arrival, which was such a thoughtful touch and made us feel instantly welcome. My wife and kids absolutely loved it here, and we all felt at home from the moment we walked in. We can’t wait to come back and stay again – highly recommend this place to anyone visiting Whitstable!

Absolutely stunning place, better than expected by far. Photos didn’t do it justice and very clean with lots of home comforts. Maxine was great with recommendations for local restaurants and communication was brilliant. Especially when I had a moment when I thought we’d have to cancel. I got the time wrong for check out but the cleaner was understanding while we finished up our packing. Location was great, we went to the Ocean Beach and had a lovely meal and staff were really friendly.

A beautiful flat. We have stayed in the area many times and this was the best place by far. We would definitely book again.

Beautiful apartment in the perfect location. Claire was very responsive and check in and out details were very clear. Loved our stay.

Mikes place was ideal for,our visit to Medway. It was very clean the beds were comfortable and the TV / Wi-Fi was very good. We were greeted by Abbie who was very friendly and helpful. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Mikes place to friends and family.

Cosy modern and homely right on the coastal walking path. We booked for 2 nights and ended up staying 4. Nic is a great host, left excellent instructions, is friendly and shared her beautifully decorated space with us.

I recently had the pleasure of staying at Belinda flat, and I can confidently say it was one of the best experiences I've ever had! From the moment I walked in, I was blown away by the spotless cleanliness and thoughtful touches throughout the space. The decor was modern yet cozy, making it feel like a true home away from home. Belinda went above and beyond to ensure my stay was perfect, providing everything I could possibly need—from a fully equipped kitchen to luxurious linens and toiletries. The location was ideal, situated in a quiet neighborhood but just a short walk away from the train station. The attention to detail was impeccable, and it was clear that Belinda genuinely cares about her guests' comfort and experience. Communication with Belinda was smooth and easy, with quick responses. Overall, this flat exceeded all my expectation and provided an unforgettable stay. If you're looking for a place that combines style and comfort, look no further—this is it!

We had an amazing 2 nights at Nikkis apartment, including am evening where we had a great meal at the resteraunt downstairs. The apartment is lovely, so well decorated and spacious. The service from the host team was amazing and friendly. The location was perfect for us as we could access Whitstable by walking along the seafront, right on the doorstep, for 20 minutes. Overall we has a fantastic time and would highly recommend.

My family (4 adults) stayed here whilst our home was being renovated, we felt at home from the moment we walked into the apartment. Christie the host is fabulous, she has literally thought of everything and has also equipped the apartment with some lovely high quality items and furnishings, which made staying here even more enjoyable. We didn’t need to contact Christie very much during our stay, but when we did she replied immediately and was extremely helpful and friendly. I would absolutely recommend this apartment, it is beautiful, comfortable, has everything that you will need… plus more… and the location is absolutely perfect. I will miss the view of the sea front, along with “people watching” from the living room window. Would i stay here again…. Yes, i absolutely would 👌🏼