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Casino Wine Down House with Winter Igloo
Stay at the end of a quiet, cozy, cul-de-sac while minutes from local attractions. Our house is conveniently located near casinos, Mystic, vineyards, Nature's Art Village, Naval Submarine Base, CT College, USCG Academy and several beaches. Enjoy the fire pit on our large deck under the gazebo year round. In the summer cool off in the pool. In the winter relax and enjoy some cozy time under the stars in the heated igloo. Lot of fun and games! Dogs are family and always welcome at no charge.

Breathtaking home with unforgettable views & pool!
This perfect peaceful and private home on 5 acres is great for unwinding & relaxing whether it is enjoying the day by the incredible pool/spa or stargazing at night. far from the noise and pollution of city life. You can spend a weekend or a week away from work life because you deserve it. Close to Foxwoods casino and Mohegan sun casino, super Walmart and other stores. Please let us know before booking more than 4 people whether it is just for the day or night or both. No loud music no parties.

Romantic Getaway at The Lake!
Beautiful year round getaway! Relax and have a glass of wine by the lake. Wake early to enjoy the sun rising directly over the lake with a fresh cup of coffee. Enjoy direct lake access on a trophy bass lake including a beautiful dock. Hot tub overlooking the water open year round. Enjoy dinner in front of beautiful gas fireplace. Amazing sunrises and colorful sunsets. The location and amenities make for a fantastic romantic getaway for two! Centrally located 30 minutes from the Mohegan Casino.

The Dragon Fly Garden
The phrase "nestled in nature” is the best way to describe the dragonfly's den. Sitting on the trail head to over 1,000 acres of the Cocaponsette State Forest across from Messerschmidt pond and just three miles from the winding salt water marsh water way you won't find a better mix of activities. Golf & boating are just moments away. Mountain biking & Trail running off the property. This country cottage boasts lake views, wildlife and wandering trails to loose yourself within. 1GB internet

Stunning Artisan Waterfall Escape, Walk Downtown
Rated one of the top 70 airbnb's near NYC on the online mag "Curbed". Featured on EarthxTV "House of What" series. Over 10 years of craftsmanship went into creating a work of art using more than 80% recycled materials. Known locally as "The Recycle House," this is the perfect place to stay to explore shops and galleries in downtown Chester - just steps away. When you are done shopping, come back and relax in the zen-like garden overlooking a waterfall or curl up inside by the fire place.

Walk to the beach at Black Point, Niantic, Ct
Black Point beach home (5th house from water) within walking distance of three beaches. Open floor plan with three levels. Ping Pong room on lower level. Living room, dining room, sitting area, and kitchen on mid level. Three bedrooms & 2 full bath on top level. WI-Fi, linens, coffee, water provided. Fenced in back yard with gas grill. Close to casinos, charter fishing, Essex steam train, Mystic Aquarium & Seaport, and Newport (1 Hr). Walk Niantic Bay Boardwalk or Old Black Point.

Beachfront Paradise
Beautiful beachfront home available weekly in season (6/20/26-9/5/26) and nightly (2 night min.) off season. Step out the door and into the sand. Sit on the porch and watch sailboat races from Niantic Bay Yacht Club just steps away. Close to downtown Niantic with restaurants, shops, movie theatre, etc. 18 miles from Mohegan Sun Casino. Attractions within 1/2 hour: Beautiful Mystic, CT, several vineyards, Harkness State Park, Eugene O'Neill Theatre, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, golf courses.

Lake Home w/Game Room 5 Min To Foxwoods & Mohegan
Relax and enjoy the breathtaking views of this new contemporary lake front home. Offering the best of New England, 5 min. from Foxwoods, 10 min. from Mohegan Sun, with multiple choices of hiking, boating, shopping and dining. Stunning 14' cathedral ceilings, fully equipped kitchen w/ granite counter tops, tiled shower w/ full amenities and a full game room. You can not get any closer to the water! This 1 Bdrm, w/ open low ceiling loft, sleeps 6, 1100 square ft. building completed in 2022.

Cozy Comforts!
Keep it simple at this peaceful and centrally-located place. Completely open concept and fully renovated. Country living yet just minutes to downtown Middletown and Wesleyan University. Come stay at our home away from home! We are about 20-25 min from the shoreline or travel in the other direction and you’ll be in our state’s capital, Hartford. We are only about 10-15 min from Wesleyan and downtown Middletown for shopping and great restaurants! You don’t want to miss this one!

Waterfront Retreat on the Mystic River
This kayakers paradise is a waterfront home secluded on 2.5 wooded acres along the Mystic River. Views of the water, tidal marsh, woods, and wildlife are constantly changing. Owned by two designers, this home’s modern aesthetic has interesting art, objects, furniture, lighting & textiles. Dine & relax on the porch, paddle kayaks on the river, walk on the scenic road into downtown Mystic, or visit nearby beaches and family destinations.

Best of both worlds!
Great location- 1 mile to the beach, 1/2 mile to shops and restaurants, and less than a 1/4 mile to a park! The house is set back from the road with a good size driveway. The inside is newly renovated and we are working to finish the yard area for the summer! The house has WiFi, large yard, and a great front porch that gets a ton of sun. We’ve made great memories there over the years and are now looking to share it with others!

Walk to Breakwater Beach in Heart of Wine Country
Private and peaceful cottage walking distance to Breakwater Beach and Old Mill Inn Restaurant on the water opening Spring 2025. There are two large decks to relax by the firepit and drink your wine from the local wineries. Bikes, kayak, and paddle board are stored in the barn for guests use. Easy access to the marina, fishing, fine dining, vineyards, and farm stands.
Popular amenities for house rentals in Essex
House rentals with a pool

3 BR/Pool. Walk to Beach & Town!

Private Oasis W/Stunning Vinyard and Pool Views

Serene ~ 1 block to water ~ Large pool + privacy

East Hampton Oasis - Pool and Hot Tub

Amazing Home close to Everything -

Hot Tub~Pool~GameRoom~FirePit~BBQ~King Bed~Casinos

Modern farmhouse w/ pool, beach, horses and winery

Beauty and the Beach!
Weekly house rentals

Stunning house on CT river !

Zion's Light Beach Cottage

Guilford Field House

Mulberry Seaside Cottage

The Farmhouse Stay

Relax and Refresh at the Mill-on-Sill

Walk to Goodspeed • Farmhouse • Pets • Chickens

Rogers Lake House (87) · CT College+Beach+USCGA
Private house rentals

15 acres! * Pine Pond at Devils Hopyard State Park

Seas the Day at the CT Shoreline

Newly renovated CT shoreline home next to Marinas

New Listing - Charming Classic Cottage Style Home

Four Season Retreat - White Sand Beach Old Lyme Ct

Waterfront Lake House on Pickerel Lake

Summer at the Haddam House

Waterfront Oasis 4Bdr/2b
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Quick stats about house rentals in Essex

Total holiday rentals
Explore 30 holiday rentals in Essex

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Essex holiday rentals start at £52 per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly holiday rentals
10 properties offer extra space & child-friendly amenities

Pet-friendly holiday rentals
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Rentals with dedicated workspaces
10 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wifi availability
20 of Essex holiday rentals include wifi access

Popular amenities for guests
Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Essex rentals

4.9 Average rating
Essex stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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