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House holiday rentals in Essex

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Quick stats about house rentals in Essex

  • Total holiday rentals

    Explore 40 holiday rentals in Essex

  • Nightly prices starting at

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

  • Verified guest reviews

    Over 2,050 verified reviews to help you choose

  • Family-friendly holiday rentals

    20 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

  • Rentals with dedicated workspaces

    10 properties have a dedicated workspace

  • Wi-Fi availability

    30 of Essex holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

  • Popular amenities for guests

    Guests love Kitchen, Wi-Fi and Pool across Essex rentals

  • 4.9 Average rating

    Essex stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!

Top-rated house rentals in Essex

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Top Guest favourite
The exterior of a wooden house is displayed, featuring a sloping entrance with a wooden walkway leading to the main entry. Large windows provide views of the lake and surrounding greenery, while colorful flower beds enhance the peaceful setting.
Home in Port Kent

18 Lake Stunning View of Champlain in Adirondacks

Welcome to 18 Lake. Situated in beautiful, quiet, Port Kent, NY, this gem is the perfect place to relax and get away. People come from all across the country to tour this charming area on bicycles in summer, and from all over the world during the winter for Lake Placid's winter sports. In fall, the colors are vibrant and breathtaking. Fresh maple products are on tap in Spring. Enjoy area attractions such as Ausable Chasm, High Falls Gorge, Port Kent Beach, golf, orchards, hiking and biking.

LocationFamilyHiking

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 383 reviews
Top Guest favourite
A modern living area is captured with large windows providing natural light and views of the surrounding trees. A gray sectional sofa faces a sleek coffee table, with a brown leather armchair nearby. The streamlined kitchen features a gray countertop and minimalist design elements.
Home in Malletts Bay

Modern, hilltop, lakeside retreat!

A minimal, refined retreat nestled in trees offers peaceful, modern luxury. Use the dock for swimming and relaxing, kayaking, and paddleboarding. Built in 2021 to the highest standards, for extended family. Located about 15 minutes from downtown Burlington & downtown Winooski w/ access to all manner of outdoor & maritime activities! We encourage you to enjoy coffee on the dock in the morning! Views from the house vary with the season due to the leaves on the trees. The lake is always beautiful.

LocationFamilyBackyard

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 139 reviews
Top Guest favourite
A bright living room features a large sectional sofa adorned with colorful accent pillows. A wooden coffee table with a glass top sits on a vibrant floral area rug, while natural light filters through a sheer window covering, illuminating the space.
Home in South Burlington

Luxury Urban Farmstay, centrally located

Enhance your visit to our beautiful Green Mountain State with a unique housing experience-rent a private home on Woods Edge Farm. 10 minutes from downtown Burlington, UVM & the airport, this tiny urban farm is tucked in a quiet residential neighborhood backed by woods & trails. Your stay won’t lack amenities: fully equipped chef’s kitchen, backyard patio, Roku tv. Beyond the private patio, wander onto the farm to pick your own berries for breakfast or arrange a tour with farmer/chef/host Anne.

FamilyLocationParks

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 248 reviews
Top Guest favourite
A charming wooden exterior of the Little House is framed by lush greenery. Large windows reflect natural light, and a neat patio area includes seating options and a grill. The well-maintained yard features various plant life and is surrounded by trees, creating a serene environment.
Home in Jericho

Private guest house with firepit

The perfect location for an authentic Vermont experience! This custom-built 750 sq ft cabin was designed with your peace, comfort, and privacy in mind. 20 min to Burlington & Bolton Valley 30 min to Stowe, Sugarbush, & Smugglers Notch Abut 400+ acres of forest, you can access trails & swimming holes from your door. Parking for 2. AC. Washer/Dryer. Firepit. Private patio & yard. BBQ. In this house we believe black lives matter, love is love, no human is illegal. No pets, smoking or guns.

ValueFamilyView

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 101 reviews
Top Guest favourite
A bright living area features large glass doors with a view of the lake, allowing natural light to fill the space. Comfortable seating, including two armchairs and a circular table, complements the open layout. Wood accents add warmth to the room, creating a relaxed ambiance.
Home in Malletts Bay

Vermont Lakeside Cottage

Make some lakeside memories at this unique and family-friendly cottage.The Lakeside Cottage (house) is located right on Malletts Bay (Lake Champlain) in Colchester, Vermont. The amazing views can be seen from every room in the cottage. There is a beautiful deck complete with patio furniture and outdoor dining area. There are two bedrooms. One bedroom has a king bed. The other bedroom has a queen bed. There is one full bathroom and a 1.5 bathroom. The kitchen is fully equipped for guests.

ValueFamilyParking

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 105 reviews
Guest favourite
A light-filled living room features large windows offering views of the bay. A comfortable grey sectional sofa is paired with a blue armchair, and a wooden coffee table is set with decorative items. A flat-screen TV is mounted on a modern media console.
Home in Colchester

The Crow's Nest | Beachfront home on Malletts Bay

The Crow's Nest is a stunning luxury listing on Malletts Bay. This new construction home offers a dream vacation experience for up to 7 guests. Situated directly on the beach at Malletts Bay, you can live the Vermont lake life with your toes in the sand, paddle boarding on the lake, or from the top-level primary suite, enjoying unparalleled views of Lake Champlain. Out of state travelers will love visiting Church Street in Downtown Burlington, a quick 20 minute drive from The Crow's Nest!

FamilyLocationComfort

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 108 reviews
Top Guest favourite
A scenic view of Ten Springs Farm showcases vibrant autumn foliage surrounding the farmhouse and red barn. Lush trees with a variety of colors are present in the foreground, complementing the greenery of the field. The backdrop features distant mountains under a bright blue sky.
Home in Underhill

Ten Springs Farm at the foot of Mt. Mansfield

Ten Springs Farm offers easy access to some of Vermont's finest ski areas (Stowe and Jay Peak each 1 hour away, Smugglers Notch and Bolton Valley each 1/2 hour away) and hiking, biking, sledding and groomed cross-country skiing. Located at the base of Mt Mansfield it is a newly renovated 1840's Vermont farmhouse. Surrounded by open fields and beautiful mountain views, it is close to many recreational, cultural and culinary activities. Burlington and Lake Champlain are less than an hour away.

LocationFamilyTV

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 115 reviews
Guest favourite
A two-level house is set against a backdrop of greenery, featuring a front deck with seating and a sliding door entry. Bright yellow daffodils bloom in the foreground, enhancing the serene garden landscape. The sky is clear, suggesting a bright day.
Home in Williston

Hillside Hideaway | Hot Tub, Privacy, Proximity

Welcome to The Hillside Hideaway! We pride ourselves in offering up prime location, clean everything, and enough privacy to feel completely at home. Less than 10 min Williston shopping, fuel, restaurants, grocery, trails 15-25 min Downtown Burlington, Essex Junction, Shelburne, Richmond, Waterbury, Jericho, BTV, UVM, I-89, Hinesburg, Cochrans ski, Bolton valley ski, Less than 1hr Stowe, Sugarbush, Mad River, Montpelier, Jay Peak, islands, Also ours: airbnb.com/h/theconvenientcape

LocationFamilyAccuracy

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 101 reviews
Top Guest favourite
A bright living area features a cozy orange sofa and a wooden rocking chair. A large wall-mounted photograph of a snow-covered mountain adds visual interest. A dining table is positioned in the foreground, with a floral arrangement on display.
Home in Burlington

Déjà View: Beautiful Home with Views of the Lake

Newly renovated, historic home with modern features and designs. Our home is located in downtown Burlington and features a wall of windows with spectacular lake and mountain views. The Lake Champlain waterfront and Battery Park are a short 10-15 minute walk away, while the top of Church Street is a 15-20 minute walk. Our 4 bedroom, 2 bath home is great for families and quiet guests as it is nestled in a quiet neighborhood oasis. The backyard has plenty of space to enjoy the sunsets.

ValueFamilyBiking

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 176 reviews
Guest favourite
A large, colonial-style house with a white exterior features multiple gabled roofs and symmetrical windows. A manicured lawn surrounds the home, with shrubs and two mature trees adding to the spacious setting. Blue skies provide a bright backdrop.
Home in Colchester

Lake Champlain Colonial

Beautiful Colonial across the street from Lake Champlain. Beach access, minutes walk to Bayside Park, 8 miles from downtown Burlington, 45 minutes to Smuggler's Notch and Stowe. Perfect for a family reunion or relaxing getaway. Kid's Kayak, beach chairs, fire pit, Kan Jam, soccer goal, basketball hoop, ping pong table, and game room with pop a shot, & foosball table. **Please note: This is in a residential neighborhood and NOT a party house. Must be 25 or older to rent.

LocationValueParking

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 158 reviews
Top Guest favourite
An airy bedroom features a spacious bed adorned with a textured blanket and decorative pillows. A small dining table is paired with a chair, while a bright sofa adds a pop of color. Natural light streams through a nearby window that is adorned with light curtains.
Home in Essex Junction

5 Bedrooms 5.5 Bath house

This house has plenty of space for a big group or a big family who like to travel together. Four of the bedrooms features its own bathroom, & 3 of the bedrooms has its own designated workstations. This home is about 10 - 15 minutes away from St. Michael's college, UVM, & Champlain College. 40 minutes to Stowe and Smugglers’ Notch Resort. Closed to Champlain Valley Exposition, Golf Course, Breweries, Essex movie theater, Essex Spa, Restaurants, grocery stores

LocationValueCheckout

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 165 reviews
Guest favourite
A light blue farmhouse is positioned behind a wooden fence, with a garden visibly flourishing in the foreground. Lush greenery and trees are surrounding the property, contributing to a serene outdoor environment. The house features multiple windows and a steeply pitched roof.
Home in Winooski

City Farmhouse

Relax with the whole family at this refurbished 1800s farmhouse. Re-designed with groups in mind, this newly renovated four bedroom house sleeps ten comfortably. Our space is in a busy Winooski neighborhood 5 mins walking distance to downtown Winooski or a quick 5 minute drive to Burlington. You can enjoy local eats or the luxury of cooking in a brand new kitchen, dishwasher and custom-built, Vermont-milled cherry bar-top. License: 24525

FamilyLocationHiking

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 154 reviews

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