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Holiday rentals with lake access in Essen

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  • Total holiday rentals

    Explore 20 holiday rentals in Essen

  • Nightly prices starting at

    Essen holiday rentals start at £8 per night before taxes and fees

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  • Rentals with dedicated workspaces

    20 properties have a dedicated workspace

  • Wifi availability

    20 of Essen holiday rentals include wifi access

  • Popular amenities for guests

    Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Essen rentals

  • 4.8 Average rating

    Essen stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.8 out of 5!

  • Nearby attractions

    Essen’s top spots include Baldeneysee, Museum Folkwang and Sportpark am Hallo

Top-rated rentals with lake access in Essen

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Guest favourite
A dining area features a modern table set for meals, adorned with a floral arrangement of roses. Overhead, a stunning chandelier glistens, casting light onto the space. Large windows showcase a view of the water and surrounding buildings, creating a serene dining experience.
Home
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 106 reviews

Suite with kitchen, bathroom and roof terrace on Lake Phönix

This is a studio with two guest rooms, daylight bathroom, kitchen and dining area as well as a roof terrace with gas barbecue. The studio is in our house, you have your own privacy. More information on request. Fresh towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper as well as coffee capsules and etc. Fresh flowers, chocolate, mineral water and fruit are available to welcome you. It can accommodate up to a maximum of 3-4 people can be accommodated. 2 additional single beds are possible No parties.

Top guest favourite
A spacious kitchen area is visible, featuring white cabinetry and a wooden countertop. A modern stove and sink are included. A cozy seating area with a green cushion is in a corner, next to large glass doors leading to a garden view. Light filters in warmly.
Flat
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 178 reviews

Best feeling in the centre of Werden/own Entrance

Das neue Appartement (inkl. sep. Eingang) liegt im Herzen Essens schönstem Stadtteil: Werden. Es erwartet Dich: Eine große, stilvolle Wohnküche inkl. Esstisch und gemütlichem Sofa in einem sonnigen Wintergarten (Blick ins Grüne). Ein geräumiges Schlafzimmer mit großem Doppelbett und Einbauschrank. Ein heller Flur und ein stilvolles Badezimmer mit Regendusche/Sitz. Dazu: neues Parkett/Fliesen, WLAN, Bettwäsche, Handtücher, Espressomaschine u.m. Fussweg zu Cafés, Restaurants, Baldeneysee 2 min.

Guest favourite
A spacious living area is illuminated by natural light, featuring a sectional couch, a coffee table, and a dining set. Potted plants add greenery, while large glass doors provide a view of the outdoor space. The polished floor reflects the surroundings.
Home
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 115 reviews

Fantastic by the lake

Cozy holiday cottage with 4 double bedrooms for up to 8 people. Perfect retreat located directly by the 6-Lake Plateau. Reach the first bathing spot within a 2-minute walk. Tastefully decorated rooms, 2 terraces, fully equipped kitchen, ideal for nature lovers and active vacationers. Enjoy walks, water skiing, bike tours, high ropes courses, and much more. Explore the surrounding area with excellent transport connections and experience unforgettable moments in a particularly tranquil location.

Top guest favourite
A stone pathway leads through lush greenery and potted plants towards a charming structure. Sunlight filters through the trees, illuminating a cozy outdoor seating area and a tent-like canopy in the background, enhancing the serene and private atmosphere of the space.
Flat
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 128 reviews

Small loft on Lake Baldeney

A special accommodation with a loft character. A loft designed with great attention to detail with a double bed and sofa bed for 3 - 4 people. A spacious bathroom with bath/shower. Open space with self-catering kitchen. Private outdoor area with table and garden couch. Despite a shared property with a historic house, complete independence and privacy. A perfect retreat on the edge of the forest for nature lovers. 8 min to Lake Baldeney. Public transport (5 min to the bus/14 min to the S-Bahn)

Superhost
A spacious living area includes a large dining table set for four with green dishware. A comfortable sofa with pillows and a stylish armchair are visible in the background. A modern media console is positioned across from the seating area, with a TV and decorative items.
Flat
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 231 reviews

Apartment 85 m² with 2 bedrooms up to 5 people Kettwig

Our beautiful apartment is located in the southernmost district of Essen, in Kettwig. From the balcony on the 6th floor, you have an indirect view of the Ruhr reservoir, which is right at your doorstep (about 5 minutes' walk). The apartment has 2 bedrooms (1x 2 single beds, 1x a large double bed), a large living room with sofa bed, a fully equipped kitchen and a shower room. There is also a balcony with indirect views over the Ruhr and Kettwig. The living spaces are very bright and friendly.

Superhost
The modern houseboat is seen moored by the water, featuring large glass windows that reflect the gentle evening light. A spacious upper terrace is equipped with lounge seating, while a welcoming interior is visible through the open doors.
Houseboat
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 402 reviews

The Duisburg houseboat Lore in the heart of the city

Our small 13 meter long houseboat Lore is located in the inner harbor of Duisburg, 3 minutes from the city center in one of the trendiest areas of the city: the inner harbour. The Lore has two spacious bedrooms, a roof terrace with lounge furniture, a small covered terrace, a living room with a direct view of the water, a kitchen and of course a bathroom with shower and toilet. The Lore is winter festival and can be booked 365 days a year. We have had three boats in the harbor since 2025.

Top guest favourite
A charming terrace area is visible, featuring metal patio furniture under a large umbrella. Vibrant greenery surrounds the space, with climbing plants on stone walls and blooming flowers in pots, creating a serene outdoor setting that complements the nearby entrance to the apartment.
Place to stay
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 75 reviews

Luxury Forest Retreat above Baldeneysee

Welcome to your private forest retreat above Lake Baldeney. This exceptionally peaceful designer apartment combines nature, modern architecture and carefully curated interiors to create a unique premium living experience — just minutes from Messe Essen, the city center and the heart of the Ruhr region. Enjoy relaxing moments on two private terraces surrounded by greenery and an atmosphere that feels far more like a boutique hotel than a typical vacation rental.

Guest favourite
A living area features a dark sofa and armchair, complemented by a coffee table. Colorful artwork is displayed on the walls, adding visual interest. A tall lamp provides soft lighting, and a patterned area rug enhances the space, which is finished with large, light-colored tiles.
Flat
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 140 reviews

Apartment in the countryside (Wesel-Bislich)

The beautiful bright apartment is surrounded by fields on the outskirts of Bislich. Completely renovated at the end of 2018, the apartment has underfloor heating and includes a fully equipped new kitchen with dishwasher and a new bathroom. The bedrooms have laminate floors, all other living areas with large tiles. The furnishings are chosen with a lot of love for detail and exudes a warm atmosphere. A private terrace (with barbecue) is also available.

Superhost
A wooden dock extends over calm water surrounded by lush greenery. Two lounge chairs are placed on the dock, one covered with a towel, and a watering can rests nearby. The scene is illuminated by clear blue skies, reflecting off the water's surface.
Bungalow
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 51 reviews

Seebungalow-Traar: My Step, Hot Tub & Fireplace

Welcome to a very special place - surrounded by fields and forests, but still very well connected, we invite you to our unique lake house on the nature reserve Niepkuhlen (Altrheinarm). The great facilities include, among other things, your own jetty, the wood-heated hot tub (usable as a cold tub in summer), the projector for a home theater atmosphere and the fireplace for cozy evenings. Also popular: the large gas/electric stove with seven hobs.

Guest favourite
A spacious living area is shown, featuring a comfortable sofa and a wooden dining table with two chairs. Natural light fills the room through large glass doors leading to the balcony, while modern kitchen appliances are visible in the background.
Flat
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 18 reviews

Apartment Phoenixnest near Baldeneysee, Balcony

Our cozy, fully equipped apartment is located in Essen Kupferdreh, Dilldorfer Höhe. The lake Baldeneysee can be reached on foot in about 8 minutes. Hiking and cycling trails are close by. Our accommodation has a separate entrance. Check-in is flexible via key box. The apartment has an inviting living room, a bedroom with a working area, a bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen and a balcony. A private parking space is also available on request.

Superhost
A spacious living area features a wooden bookshelf that divides the space, showcasing a television and decorative items. A bed is positioned beside a window, while a cozy couch and a glass table complement a wooden dining set in the background.
Flat
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 111 reviews

Bright single Apartment 40sqm, fully furbished

single apartment, Düsseldorf-Kalkum, 40sqm, fully furbished QUOTE Apt. (Souterrain) with separate and contactless entrance, in total 40sqm, recently renovated, fully furnished (incl. washing machine and dish washer). parking in front of house (street) possible. Free and strong internet . By walking • next bus stop: 2min • next Subway Station (U79, Klemensplatz) 15min Area 40489, Düsseldorf-Kalkum (Kaiserswerth), near Rhine

Superhost
A spacious bed with neutral-colored bedding is positioned against a light-colored wall. A bedside lamp casts gentle light, while a plant in a woven pot adds a touch of greenery. A small table holds a few books, creating a serene and inviting space.
Flat
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 221 reviews

Modern apartment in the ♡ of the Ruhr area by the lake

Just a minute's walk from Lake Phönix in a 100-year-old house in a traditional working-class neighborhood is our apartment "Trallafitti." It was recently renovated and is modernly furnished. The apartment offers everything to spend a few relaxing days. You will have a private bathroom and a small kitchenette. If you want to do something in the evening, the nearby Phönixsee offers a lot of restaurants and bars.

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