Essex lake rentals

We've got a wide range of lakefront holiday homes in or near Essex where you can chill out by the still, serene water. Here are some top picks:

• "240' Private Beachfront @kent Island Love Point" has all you could need for a relaxing holiday, such as a stovetop and games. Once you've unpacked, step outside your front door and enjoy the picturesque scenery.
• Unrivaled access to the water and the comforts of home make "Newly Renovated Escape To A Beautiful Getaway On The Chesapeake Bay" a hard act to beat. This appealing lakeside option comes with coffee and tea making facilities, cable/satellite TV services and more.

Add a splash of indulgence to your lakeside holiday by staying somewhere with a private pool. These properties in or near Essex have a swimming space to call your own, along with easy access to beautiful lakes:

• Get your holiday on at "240' Private Beachfront @kent Island Love Point", where your major priority will be having a blast in, on or around the water. Amenities such as a nearby beach and pet-friendly services help make this retreat a favourite with guests.
• You can also spend your holiday splashing in your private pool and enjoying adventures around the lake at "Newly Renovated Escape To A Beautiful Getaway On The Chesapeake Bay". Conveniences here include a garden and a water view.

Not sure what the weather is like in Essex? It has a humid subtropical climate, with average temperatures in summer varying from 18 ºC to 29 ºC. If you're chasing a little more inspiration on places to stay in this popular destination, just check out the search bar at the top of the page. Simply adjust the filters to explore our full range of Essex holiday homes.

If you'd prefer to sleep on the water than alongside it, grab your sailor's hat and browse through our houseboat holiday homes in and around Essex. These floating retreats are a unique way to enjoy your next trip to the lake:

• "Cass - Away Luxury Houseboat": Assemble a crew of fun-loving friends then climb aboard this escape, located around 40 kilometres from central Essex. A fridge and towels are among the amenities that'll help keep you comfortable.
• "Welcome Aboard The Back Of The Moon": Work on your suntan, go fishing and enjoy the best lake views from this option, located around 32 kilometres from Essex. Towels and a firepit are a couple of the conveniences on offer here.

We all deserve a break now and then, and that includes your pooch. Give your best friend a chance to sniff some new smells and have fun by the water at one of these pet-friendly lake houses in or near Essex:

• Grab your fur child and their favourite toy and settle in at "240' Private Beachfront @kent Island Love Point". It's around 31 kilometres south of Essex and comes with amenities including a garden and a nearby bay.
• Or, stay a few nights or more at "Newly Renovated Escape To A Beautiful Getaway On The Chesapeake Bay", around 48 kilometres to the northeast of Essex. Towels and nearby birdwatching activities are a few amenities at this lakeside escape.

Spend your waking hours enjoying leisurely walks by the water and your nights winding down at a luxury lake house in or around Essex. These holiday homes come with beautiful lakeside surroundings and style to spare:

• "240' Private Beachfront @kent Island Love Point" takes an everyday lakeside holiday to another level. Around 31 kilometres south of Essex, this swish property comes with amenities such as a beach view and beauty services.
• "Newly Renovated Escape To A Beautiful Getaway On The Chesapeake Bay" is around 48 kilometres northeast of Essex and another top pick. Featuring thoughtful touches such as a firepit and golf, it'll score you major brownie points with your gang.

You don't need to decide between staying by the water or in the hills. These mountain lake houses in or around Essex deliver the best of both stunning worlds:

• Settle in for a while at "Tentrr Signature Site - Fern Creek At Azimuth Acres". This cosy holiday home is around 40 kilometres northwest of Essex and comes with 1 bedroom that sleep up to 4 people. A lake view and off-street parking options will make your stay even more comfy and relaxed.
• Whether you'd love to play by the lake or walk through the mountains, "Life Is Better At The River" offers ample opportunities for adventure. It's around 48 kilometres east of Essex and its 3 bedrooms can accommodate 5 family members. It's filled with features to keep everyone occupied, including coffee and tea making facilities and a free nearby fitness centre.

Every now and then, the moon and stars align and you wind up with a free weekend. When that happens, get away to one of these lake houses in or near Essex:

• Take a mini break at "240' Private Beachfront @kent Island Love Point" and enjoy long walks by the lake. When it's time to explore, top attractions including Chesapeake Bay Bridge and Sandy Point State Park are close by.
• Bring the whole family to "Newly Renovated Escape To A Beautiful Getaway On The Chesapeake Bay". Do some waterside activities together and then make your way to Elk Neck State Park and Harford Memorial Hospital.

Visualize yourself waking up to a glassy lake right outside your door and then spending your day doing some hiking, fishing and water sports. That's what you can look forward to at these lake cabin resorts:

• Take life at a more leisurely pace or throw yourself into all the fun activities "240' Private Beachfront @kent Island Love Point" has to offer. Approximately 31 kilometres south of Essex, it comes with a host of amenities including a porch and a bicycle.
• Or, get adventurous with the family at "Newly Renovated Escape To A Beautiful Getaway On The Chesapeake Bay". It's roughly 48 kilometres northeast of Essex and offers a stereo and a nearby marina.