Lake House Cottage

Lake House Cottage works well for couples seeking a quiet base in the Essex countryside. The property is a semi-detached cottage on almost two acres of grounds, where you'll find space to walk and spot local wildlife including ducks and horses. Everything is on the ground floor: a combined living and dining area with Freeview TV, a kitchen with electric cooker and full-size fridge, and a bedroom with a double bed. The bathroom has a bath with shower over.

You get the whole cottage to yourself, with private parking for two cars and your own sitting-out area in the small garden. Essentials like electricity, bed linen, towels and wifi are covered. The nearest pub and shops are within a mile. Finchingfield village is close by, as are the historic towns of Colchester, Saffron Walden, Chelmsford and Sudbury—all within reach for a day out. The location suits walkers and cyclists, with rural footpaths and the surrounding landscape readily accessible. No smoking inside.