Destinations / England / South East
- Holiday cottages in Essex, London and the Home Counties give you unparralled choice and freedom to enjoy a holiday exactly as you would want. On one hand you have rolling hills, deep valleys and a delightful rural retreat to explore, but on the other you have the vibrant capital: one of the world's most cosmopolitan cities with a stunning array of things to see and do. And with so much choice on offer, your only problem is what to enjoy first.
- cottages4you have been featuring holiday cottages in Essex, London and the Home Counties for over 30 years. So while we can find you a stunning place to stay in the region we can also give you some advice on things to see and do while you're there.
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- As the UK's capital, a lot of the focus on holidays in Essex, London and the Home Counties goes on London itself. A leading global city with a 24-hour ambience and a whole host of attractions, a holiday home in London is a must for those after a lively cosmopolitan break. If you're after culture then we'd suggest taking in a show in the West End. Lovers of both art and architecture will be equally satiated with a visit to the stunning Tate Modern on the South Bank of the Thames. If you're after more historic attractions then we'd suggest a visit to the Tower of London to admire the Crown Jewels followed by a stroll past Buckingham Palace to see if you can make a guard laugh.
- In part seperated from London by a metropolitan green belt, a holiday cottage in Essex presents a more rural proposition for the UK holidaymaker. Epping Forest acts a border and also offers a range of active pursuits, including rambling, cycling and horse riding. Saffron Walden is a delightful market town offering many historic buildings. Make sure you visit Audley End House and Gardens for a tour of the Jacobean house and beautiful gardens. But if you fancy something a little wilder then a visit to Colchester Zoo is a must. With over 260 species spread out over 60 acres of parkland, and over 50 displays every day, there's plenty to keep your own little monkeys occupied.
- When in Buckinghamshire we'd recommend a visit to Bekonscot Model Village for a uniquely English experience. Similarly, Bletchley Park is a great place to learn about a key moment in English, if not the world's, history. Windsor Castle is probably the most celebrated attraction in Berkshire and a well worth a visit if you're staying at your very own holiday retreat in the region. While you're in Windsor, we'd also recommend a boat trip down the Thames. Equally splendid, Kew Gardens in Surrey is particularly beautiful in the spring. Hampton Court Palace is equally striking and definitely an all weather attraction.
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- Things We Love Most About…South East England
- ‘Variety! Enjoy rural retreats or vibrant urban areas on your break.’
- ‘Wildlife! From zoos to wildlife reserves, there are plenty of wild encounters to be had.’
- ‘Nightlife! The cosmopolitan capital is truly a 24-hour city.’
- ‘Culture and heritage! There's plenty of history to explore in the region.’
- 5 Fantastic…Things to do in London
- Take a tour - Whether on an open top bus or on foot, there's no better introduction to the capital.
- The National Gallery - One of the greatest collections of paintings in the world and it's free!
- Many museums - Explore the Churchill museum, War Museum, British Museum and many more.
- The Houses of Parliament - Take a tour of the iconic houses on the bank of the Thames.
- Madame Tussauds - There's no better way to meet a celebrity in the capital.
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