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      Holiday Lets in Colchester

      Compare 10 top-rated holiday lets and Airbnbs in Colchester, from Mersea Island beachfront spots to central lodges. Check ratings and book your stay.

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      Ryegate House ColchesterApartment
      8.8
      Great
      Map
      700 m from City Centre500 m from Tymperleys Clock Museum
      Shared KitchenPrivate Parking24-hour Security
      • Shared kitchen for all guests
      • Family rooms with kitchenettes
      • VIP check-in and checkout
      From£ 109 /nightSelect
      Mersea Island By Away ResortsGroup of apartments
      7.9
      Very good
      The largest option:
      8 adults
      2 bedrooms
      2 beds
      Map
      13.2 km from City Centre
      Indoor PoolBeach AccessKids Playground
      • Beachfront with indoor pool
      • Children's playground on-site
      • Pets allowed in rooms
      From£ 79 /nightSelect
      Apple Tree LodgesApartment
      9.0
      Perfect
      Map
      11.4 km from City Centre
      Electric Vehicle ChargingGolf Course24-Hour Front Desk
      • Private fireplace in each lodge
      • On-site electric vehicle charging
      • Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher
      From£ 168 /nightSelect
      Plumptons Farm Holiday LodgesLodge
      9.6
      Perfect
      2 adults
      1 bedroom
      1 bed
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      10.2 km from City Centre2.0 km from Alresford
      KitchenettePrivate ParkingTerrace
      • Self-catering lodges with garden views
      • Private terrace and fully equipped kitchen
      • Pet-friendly accommodation
      From£ 90 /nightSelect
      Birds FarmApartment
      8.6
      Great
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      7.3 km from City Centre1.7 km from Alresford
      Seasonal PoolGame RoomBarbecue
      • Seasonal outdoor pool with loungers
      • Fully equipped kitchens and BBQ
      • Game room and board games
      From£ 124 /nightSelect
      Pheasant SuitesCountry house
      9.8
      Perfect
      2 adults
      1 bedroom
      1 bed
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      6.2 km from City Centre1.9 km from The Beth Chatto Gardens
      Private GardenCorner BathGolf Course
      • Adults-only countryside retreat
      • Private garden with day bed
      • 17th-century farmhouse setting
      From£ 124 /nightSelect
      Dk HouseApartment
      8.1
      Great
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      3.0 km from City Centre400 m from Sub Zero, Essex Uni
      Garden ViewEquipped KitchenVIP Check-in
      • Garden-view apartment with kitchen
      • Private dressing room included
      • Free on-site parking available
      From£ 67 /nightSelect
      Two Bedroom Flat Town Centre ColchesterApartment
      9.0
      Perfect
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      1.5 km from City Centre700 m from Colchester Town Railway Station
      Private ParkingAirport Shuttle24-Hour Front Desk
      • 2-bedroom flat with fireplace
      • 24-hour front desk and security
      • Paid airport shuttle available
      From£ 135 /nightSelect
      City Centre Wallgate ApartmentsApartment
      7.7
      Very good
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      500 m from City Centre500 m from Colchester Arts Centre Ltd
      Free ParkingFull-Day SecurityVIP Check-In
      • Roman history-themed apartments
      • Self-catering with full kitchen
      • Pets allowed with VIP check-in
      From£ 119 /nightSelect
      Quaint & Quirky House Colchester Town CentreHomestay
      8.6
      Great
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      1.1 km from City Centre300 m from Colchester Arts Centre Ltd
      Outdoor FireplaceAdults OnlyVIP Check-In
      • Adults-only historic homestay
      • Outdoor fireplace and patio dining
      • VIP check-in with 24-hour security
      From£ 47 /nightSelect
      2 Bedroom Flat Ground Floor Town Centre ColchesterApartment
      8.4
      Great
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      1.5 km from City Centre700 m from Colchester Town Railway Station
      Private TerraceFree ParkingAirport Shuttle
      • Ground-floor flat with private terrace
      • Free private parking on site
      • Paid airport shuttle available
      From£ 133 /nightSelect
      Stylish StudioApartment
      8.7
      Great
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      1.1 km from City Centre300 m from Colchester Town Railway Station
      Private EntranceSoundproof RoomsFull Kitchen
      • Private entrance with soundproofing
      • Full kitchen with dishwasher and oven
      • Quiet street views in studio
      From£ 85 /nightSelect
      Roman QuarterApartment
      9.5
      Perfect
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      1.2 km from City Centre500 m from Colchester Town Railway Station
      Golf CourseMini GolfVIP Check-in
      • On-site golf course and mini golf
      • Apartment with private entrance
      • VIP check-in and check-out
      From£ 111 /nightSelect
      Luxury Self-Catering And Sauna - Oaks RestApartment
      9.3
      Perfect
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      2.1 km from City Centre900 m from Colchester Castle
      Private SaunaGarden Patio24-hour Security
      • Private sauna in apartment
      • Garden-view patio with fireplace
      • Private entrance with full-day security
      From£ 147 /nightSelect
      Swish StudioApartment
      8.1
      Great
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      1.1 km from City Centre300 m from Colchester Town Railway Station
      Adults OnlyFull KitchenPrivate Entrance
      • Adults-only studio with kitchen
      • Recently renovated with soundproofing
      • Private entrance and dishwasher
      From£ 87 /nightSelect
      One Bedroom Flat Town Centre ColchesterApartment
      8.9
      Great
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      1.5 km from City Centre700 m from Colchester Town Railway Station
      Full KitchenPrivate TerraceFull-Day Security
      • Full kitchen with dishwasher and oven
      • Private terrace with courtyard views
      • Full-day security on premises
      From£ 159 /nightSelect
      The Roundhouse YurtApartment
      8.4
      Great
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      4.3 km from City Centre1.5 km from Weston Homes Community Stadium
      Hot TubGardenKitchen
      • Unique yurt-style accommodation
      • Private hot tub in garden
      • Self-catering kitchen included
      From£ 144 /nightSelect
      Beautiful Georgian Townhouse In Central ColchesterHoliday home
      8.6
      Great
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      700 m from City Centre400 m from Tymperleys Clock Museum
      FireplaceDishwasherGarden
      • 5-bedroom holiday home with fireplace
      • Garden views from property
      • 2 km from Colchester Castle
      From£ 312 /nightSelect
      Mersea Best Kept SecretApartment
      9.6
      Perfect
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      13.0 km from City Centre
      Adults OnlyEV ChargingSoundproofing
      • Adults-only apartment with garden
      • Electric vehicle charging station
      • Private entrance and soundproofing
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      Cheerful House, Private Room And Private Shower/ Toilet. Comfortable King Size MattressHomestay
      8.4
      Great
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      1.1 km from City Centre600 m from Colchester Railway Station
      Private BathroomGarden TerraceKing Bed
      • Private bathroom with shower
      • Garden views and terrace
      • King size mattress
      From£ 65 /nightSelect
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      Colchester's holiday lets offer a self-catering alternative to traditional hotels, ranging from lodges with top guest scores to beachfront apartments. Options like Plumptons Farm Holiday Lodges (score 96) provide kitchenettes, free parking, and soundproofing, ideal for nature trips. For direct beach access, Mersea Island by Away Resorts features an indoor pool, bar, and family-friendly apartments. Budget-conscious travelers can choose central holiday homes such as Kensington House or Ryegate House, both offering free WiFi and parking within walking distance of Colchester Castle.

      Guests seeking premium amenities will appreciate Apple Tree Lodges with air-conditioning and electric vehicle charging, or the adults-only Unique Period One Bedroom House near the railway station. Most properties include fully equipped kitchens, washing machines, and private gardens. Rates vary, but top-rated lets (scores 90-98) fill quickly-book ahead for summer weekends. Whether you prefer a quiet lodge in Alresford or a central apartment near St Botolphs Priory, Colchester's holiday lets provide practical, comfortable bases for exploring the city and countryside.