Holiday homes for sale in Essex

Find out why Essex is an excellent option for holiday home ownership with our brilliant resort, Mersea Island, perfect for everyone, including your four-legged friends. Check out fantastic attractions, including Colchester Zoo, Wyvernwood, and the beautiful Beth Chatto Gardens. There are plenty of stunning Sandy Beaches for you to explore in Essex.

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Mersea Island

Experience holiday home ownership at Mersea Island and enjoy coastal views, modern amenities, and plenty of beaches and coastal walks on your doorstep.

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Explore holiday home ownership in Essex

We love that here at Away Resorts we are able to offer you, your family, friendship group or otherwise something truly special. If you have been on the hunt for the perfect holiday homes for sale in Essex, then you have absolutely come to the right place.

All of our units make for a comfortable and spacious place for you and your family to enjoy whenever you wish! Mersea Island is a feel-good getaway and a great place for your four-legged friends to stretch their legs too.

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Mersea Island

Discover our fantastic range of static caravans for sale at Mersea Island from £29,995.

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Find out more about ownership

Take your pick of the best holiday homes for sale Essex has to offer at our outstanding resorts from holiday caravans to luxury lodges.

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Why choose us?

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Steps to ownership

We’re here to make the process as easy as possible for you

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Pitch fees & running costs

A look at what your new holiday home will cost you after the initial purchase

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Caravan finance

From monthly payment options to earning through subletting, we've got answers to your all finance queries

Part exchange

You can part-exchange your existing holiday home, motorhome, tourer or tent towards your new holiday home

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Subletting

Did you know you could earn from your holiday home?

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Residential

Take a look at our residential park homes with stunning scenery at our Glendevon resort

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Furnished Holiday Lets

The new hot ticket on the buy to let market

Come for an open weekend

Why not have a try-out day? Spend some time with us on-site and see what it’s like to be a holiday home owner.

2025 Models Incoming

Discover the new models we have available at Away Resorts for 2025!

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No Pitch Fees to pay until 2026

Kickstart your getaway dreams with a new or pre-loved holiday home and enjoy no pitch fees until 2026 plus a 3-year warranty for hassle-free relaxation.

No pitch fees to pay until 2026*
3 years warranty for added peace of mind.**

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What's great about Essex

There are plenty of beautiful beaches, such as Clacton-on-Sea Beach, Thorpe Bay and Mersea Island Beach, as well as plenty of other sandy beaches with cafés and loads of amenities for you and your family to enjoy.

You must visit these family attractions, such as the iconic Southend-on-Sea, Marsh Farm Animal Adventure Park, and the stunning Beth Chatto Gardens, and so much more!

If you fancy visiting Museums or stately homes, you have plenty to choose from, such as the impressive Ingatestone Hall or Military Services Museum, and even more for you and your family to discover.

Things to do at your Essex resort

Food/drink Family Relax

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The Muddy Duck Clubhouse

Drop into the Muddy Duck for the perfect end to a perfect day on holiday. As the sun sets over the fields, gather your group – including the dog – and wander over to enjoy an evening drink.

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Park Shop

Forgotten an important ingredient or just need some milk for your morning cuppa? Our well-stocked shop located in Guest Services has everything you need plus so much more!

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Indoor pool

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Mersea Island swimming

Dip, jump or splash into our heated indoor swimming pool for all-weather family fun.

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Adventure playground

Enjoy a fully equipped outdoor play area complete with a slide and climbing frame, where the little ones will have a great time exploring and playing to their heart's content.

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Discover the perfect relaxing evening in Essex with Away Resorts

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Beach and slipway

Mersea Island has its own private beach overlooking the Blackwater Estuary where you can launch your boat or Jet Ski or take some beautiful scenic walks.

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