Beachfront vacation rentals in Leigh-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea

Panoramic Beach Retreat in Arts & Crafts House

Built at the turn of last century, The Beacon House is an idyllic seaside retreat with wrap-around decks, historic veranda, extensive grounds and uninterrupted sea views. The location is ideal for relaxed holidays among family & friends. On tranquil Tankerton Beach, The Beacon House is positioned above a unique spit (The Whitstable Street) a landmark view and famous for fossil foraging, fishing & seal-spotting. Original arts and crafts detailing combines with modern facilities for a luxury stay.

Westbury House Self Catering

Ideal for special family stays, work or leisure. Westbury House is ideally located. 2m to Southend Airport, 1m to Rochford Bars or Restaurants & Train Station & only 4m to the beach. Fully modernised & furnished with spacious level access. 4 large bedrooms, huge Lounge, 2 bathrooms, fully kitted kitchen & Conservatory. Large gated gardens & parking for 3 cars. With SuperFast Unlimited Broadband, Smart TV & Hive heating, Shops & fast food within 300m. Luxurious Fully Serviced accommodation

The old school house by the sea

Spacious two bedroom, two bathroom ground floor flat in an old Victorian schoolhouse with beautiful large bright rooms and fully fitted kitchen. Close to the seafront with safe, stony beach that is perfect for sunning or swimming. Whitstable harbour is only a short walk along the seafront or there is an easy bus ride to historic Canterbury with a bus stop along the road. Whitstable is a beautiful town with lots of independent shops/cafes. Fantastic for art and creativity, I am a potter myself.

Home by the sea

Welcome to a home by the sea. Located just minutes from the coast, our lovely little flat offers an idyllic escape with beautiful panoramic views of the ever-changing Thames Estuary. The historic Leigh-on-Sea Old Town and beach are just minutes away and the vibrant New town with shops, bars and restaurants, just a short walk up the hill. It’s our family home so whilst it isn’t a five star hotel room or luxury boutique cottage you will find it is a clean, tidy and functional place to stay.

Cottage on the beach

With its own beachside garden and breathtaking uninterrupted views of the wildest of Essex creeks and marshes, the cottage is only to be reached on foot atop a sea wall. The perfect retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The last in a row of westerly facing cottages, perfect to watch the evening sun go down . From the front garden or even laying in bed, watch the tide slip in and out, the fishing boats come and go and live, for a while, in a world moving at a slower pace.

Estuary Views Penthouse with Private Parking

A Beachfront Coastal Retreat with private driveway parking & situated in the sort after area Thorpe Bay. Boasting unspoilt Panoramic Sea Views. Central to Blue Flag Beaches, 2 mins from award winning restaurants, superb location for coastal walks, watching the seabirds & a short walk to the longest Pier in the world. Re-Designed with Bi-Folding Glass doors, bringing the Outside Inside. Intricately Designed embracing tiny details that define our property for a Luxury & cosy stay.

Stunning 2 bedroom fisherman’s cottage, Old Leigh.

Completely renovated 2 bedroomed Fisherman’s cottage in the heart of Leigh on Seas’ old town with fabulous views to the rear over the Thames Estuary. The cottage is centrally located within meters of Leigh beach and the waterside bars and restaurants of the old town. Leigh-on-Sea train station is a 10 minute walk past the historic cockle sheds and the popular Broadway is with a short stroll with its many independent shops and boutiques and more bars and restaurants.

Freshly decorated 2025 Thorpe bay beach apartment

Seashells is a beautiful seafront apartment with amazing views over the Estuary. Sit back and watch the ships sail past or cross the road and you are on the beach. We are a short stroll from the main strip on Southend seafront but far enough away to avoid the crowds. There are plenty of bars and restaurants within walking distance. The 1 bedroom apartment has a king size bed, south facing balcony, full kitchen, modern shower room, 50" tv and free wifi.

Seasalter Beach Chalet.

A special place. Direct beach access; wonderful views; spectacular sunsets. Beautifully converted and well equipped. A perfect retreat. A stroll from the Sportsman Restaurant, Oyster Pearl Pub and near lovely Whitstable for shops and restaurants. Perfect in summer with a safe swimming beach meters away and in winter the pleasure of of sea mist, migrating birds and walks on the shore and marshes. Afternoons with a book in front of the fire.