
Cottage holiday rentals in Essex
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Explore 30 holiday rentals in Essex

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Essex holiday rentals start at $205 NZD per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly holiday rentals
30 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

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Find 10 rentals that welcome pets

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
10 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
30 of Essex holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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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!
Top-rated cottage rentals in Essex
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Year Round Hot Tub & Beautiful Views Cottage
Welcome to the Cozy Lakeside Cottage! Located within the village of Colchester, right on Lake Erie, nestled in the middle of Essex Wine Country. This cottage features 4 beds (A queen bed in the primary bedroom, one bunk bed with a queen base and a full upper bunk in the 2nd bedroom, plus an additional murphy bed on the main floor) Full kitchen, indoor dining, outdoor dining, 4 person hot tub & stunning views! Colchester Beach, Restaurants, Park & Marina just steps away! A truly relaxing escape.

Lakeview Inn
The Lakeview Inn sits on the North Shore of beautiful Lake Erie. This modern lakehouse is an 8 minute drive to the centre of kingsville where there is multiple breweries and restaurants, a public beach is a 1 minute drive down the road and is right in the centre of Southern Ontario's Wine Country. If you're coming down for a weekend to relax, taste wine or to enjoy the exceptional birding the area has to offer. At the end of your day relax to the sound of the waves brushing up against the shore.

"Willow Soul" newly renovated beach front cottage
Willow Soul sits on a beautiful sandy beach, facing breathtaking views of Lake Erie. This quaint little Island is located with just a 5-minute drive to uptown Kingsville. Bustling with amazing restaurants, specialty shops, salons, winery, marina, golfing, and charter fishing services. The cottage has high-speed fibre optics, cable, air conditioning, antenna and open4 seasons Free 2 car parking diagonally on 5th boulevard. At the end of your day relax in this newly renovated beachfront cottage.

Chardonnay Bay- Pet Friendly, beach, hot tub!
Beautiful rustic cottage located in Colchester, Ontario! Chardonnay Bay offers 2 bedrooms and a loft, the master bed includes one queen bed, the 2nd bedroom has single bunk beds and the loft has a queen. We offer a full kitchen as well as laundry facilities. Outdoor patio area with hot tub, picnic table and bbq. We are located within a one minute walk to the beautiful Colchester beach, splashpad, park and marina, located on Essex County’s EPIC wine route consisting of over eighteen wineries.

Sunset Beach Escape Lake House
Escape to our newly renovated beach house with large deck, hot tub & panoramic lake views. Modern open concept design, high-end appliances, equipped kitchen. A king bed on the main floor. King bed and full sofa bed on the 2nd flr. Comfortably accommodates small groups or families. Witness magical sunsets from the balcony, the large beachfront deck or the hot tub. Access your private beach for a swim. Explore nearby attractions like Point Pelee Nat. Park, Leamington Marina, & Seacliff Park.

3 Bdr Toes In The Sand Beach Cottage on Lake Erie
Located in the heart of wine country, on a Lake Erie sandy beach with great views, family-friendly activities, restaurants and dining. You will love the high ceilings, panoramic views, comfy beds, hearing the waves on the beach, the feeling of your toes in the sand with a cool drink in your hand. This retreat is great for couples, solo adventurers, business travellers, and families (with kids). There is a cozy gas fireplace with 4K TV, Netflix, wifi, & full kitchen. Your Haven awaits you!

Serenity Waterside Retreat!
Serene, Chic Cottage on the water! Modern and rustic touches await you! Please come enjoy our little getaway cottage complete with a dock that sits on the water, amazing for morning coffee in perfect serenity! Stay in our cozy cottage that easily sleeps 6. Enjoy days out sunbathing on the deck or create a little excitement scrolling down the creek in the included kayak, pedal boat and canoe. Outdoor fire pit, ducks and swans oh my! Great location for local wineries! Girls’ wknd

North Shore Retreat
Welcome to North Shore Retreat! Our house sits atop an elevated bluff overlooking Lake Erie and is adjacent to a beautiful ravine surrounded by mature trees. It is a warm, modern, rustic home with a view you will never forget. Our home is walking distance to three of the most established wineries along Lake Erie (Viewpoint Estate Winery, North 42 Degrees and CREW). This space has everything you need to unwind, cook, disconnect, relax, enjoy wildlife and take care of yourself.

Lake Erie Escape Cottage - escape and explore
A home away from home. So close, but a world away. Lake Erie Escape Cottage is right on the beach. Bright and airy with lots of windows looking at Lake Erie. Featuring 2 bedrooms with queen size mattresses, plus a double size sleeper-sofa to accommodate 6. 1.5 baths for added convenience. Well supplied (some might say gourmet) kitchen provides everything you need to cook up the bounty of the county. LEE Cottage is here for you to enjoy all four seasons of Essex County and Lake Erie.

Waterside Lakehouse - Lake Erie & EPIC Wineries
Welcome to Waterside Lakehouse on the shores of Lake Erie and nestled among the EPIC Wineries of Essex County. Take in the magnificent views of Lake Erie from the 'infinity deck' or take a short walk (5 min.) to the public beach, harbour and marina in the Village of Colchester. The harbour features a park with a splash pad for the kids, pirate ship climbers and a pier that can be the perfect spot for fishing. You are minutes away from a number of the best Ontario wineries. Enjoy!

Lakeside getaway
Welcome to Lake Erie and the village of Colchester. Enjoy this premier location with views of the lake and easy access to many local amenities. Families will enjoy the splash pad, play center, public beach, harbour and public changerooms/toilets so close you can see from the window. Friends and couples are well situated to explore local wineries and breweries, 3 of which are less than 10 minutes away by bicycle, and many more accessible via bike lanes along the HWY 50 wine route

Sawiak Waterfront Haven
Relax with family and friends at the private Lake Erie Country Club, where you can enjoy a variety of outdoor amenities in a peaceful, scenic setting. This location offers easy access to the many renowned wineries throughout Windsor-Essex County—perfect for tastings, tours, and unforgettable day trips. Just minutes from great restaurants, local activities, beautiful golf courses, and serene beaches, making it an ideal destination for both relaxation and adventure
Popular amenities for Essex cottage rentals
Cottage rentals with a hot tub

Lakeside Hydeaway Cottage on Lake Erie w/ Hot Tub

Lakefront Retreat + Hot Tub

2-bedroom with hot tub,200 steps from the beach

Waterfront home with amazing views & great fishing

The Mayaswell - All Year - Hot Tub - Lake Views

Eddie's dream on the lake

Sunrise Retreat - Lakefront Cottage w/ Hot Tub

Point Pelee Beach Retreat | Hot Tub | Lake Erie
Pet-friendly cottage rentals

Erie Shores Cottages

Reveries on the Lake- Kingsville cottage

The Coziest Cottage in Essex County's Wine Country

A Lakeside View

Sauna, stunning Lake Erie view, lakefront retreat

100 ft of Private Beach, Sleeps 10 - Pura Vida

Fox Den on the Beach-Sunrise, Surf and Sand

*King bed+Pet Friendly+fenced yard*
Private cottage rentals

Cozy 2 Bedroom Lakeview Cottage

Lakeshore Cottage Retreat

PELICAN PLACE Cottage ❤ Kingsville WALK EVERYWHERE

Relaxing lakefront cottage near wineries and beach

Modern cottage on the lake w/ 2 kayaks & game room

Lakeside Living

Unique A-Frame Cottage Steps away from the Beach!

★Sunrise Beach House★ Epic Sun, Sand & Sea getaway
When is the best time to visit Essex?
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| Avg. price | $247 NZD | $247 NZD | $250 NZD | $247 NZD | $247 NZD | $277 NZD | $312 NZD | $310 NZD | $260 NZD | $243 NZD | $241 NZD | $255 NZD |
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