Found in a lovely lively town that’s also awash with history and natural beauty, our Colchester holiday cottages are the perfect base for your next short break.

From delightful dog-friendly properties to stunning stable conversions, we’ve got a promising pad for your stay. Poised between the Essex coast and rural East Anglia – with nature reserves and a country park on its doorstep – there’s plenty to see and do in and around Colchester.

With an impressive array of restaurants, inns and cafes you’d expect from a thriving town, self-catering in Colchester’s foodie heaven. Love seafood? Don’t forget to try oysters served fresh from their beds on nearby Mersea Island! Travelling with the family? Whether they’re hooked on history or amazed by animals, both Colchester Castle and Colchester Zoo should be on the itinerary.

Get your stay at a holiday cottage in Colchester, Essex, booked today.