From Clacton on Sea to Colchester, find the prices and availability for a selection of self catering properties in Essex. Explore the countryside or go shopping in many of the Essex towns that have fantastic independent shops. Visit Colchester and the cathedral or enjoy an ice cream by the sea in coastal and beach side villages and towns that have beautiful views out towards the ocean. Essex is a popular county, ideal as a location of you want a day trip into London and yet stay in the countryside. If you want to find last minute deals, look for prices or just search for dates when self catering holiday homes in Essex are available, view a range of holiday cottages here.