Formerly a group of fishing huts, Southend-on-Sea (Essex) was recognized by the Georgian high society after Princess Caroline and her daughter, Princess Charlotte, paid a visit in the 1800s. Today, Leigh-on-Sea, the only civil parish in Southend-on-Sea, is known as one of the happiest places to live in the United Kingdom. Set on the bank of the Thames Estuary, this fishing village teems with fish restaurants, pubs, craft shops, and galleries. Its laidback environment is perfect for enjoying a tranquil holiday. And when it comes to accommodation, this location has a myriad of family abodes to beautiful studios and cottages to choose from. Now, don’t waste another second mulling whether or not you should go on vacation. Turn up these tunes to inspire your trip while you check out these top Airbnb rentals in Leigh-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, the UK.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 07, 2024.
1. Cozy one-bedroom boutique apartment (from USD 167)
Enjoy Studio 83, a one-bedroom boutique apartment with a collection of the most eclectic and interesting furniture to please all the senses. Let the warmth of having your fur babies with you embrace you during this vacation as pets are allowable in this accommodation. Appreciate the tranquillity of your backyard, surrounded by a fence, the ideal setting to enjoy a moment alone among all the beauties that nature has to offer.
Warm up on chilly nights with an indoor wood-burning fireplace for an intimate, welcoming touch. A tasty morning start is laid out for you.
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the bed was super comfy and the kitchen had full amenities for cookinglauren greg and katy were communicative and helpful and the apartment is fantasticabsolutely stunning apartment - the pictures are very accuratesuper comfortable bed and beautiful linenCleanliness:
fabulous apartment spacious clean beautifully presented a real gemRead more reviewsLocation:
great location easy walking distance to the old town various pubs restraunts and shopswe absolutely loved this placeit is a short walk to lots of good restaurants take-aways and shopsgreg's place is a work of art very quirky very well equipped everything you could possibly need
2. Newly refurbished apartment (from USD 172)
Discover the historic centre of Leigh on Sea by living here at this recently rejuvenated abode catering to two people’s comfort. Relax in comfort evenings with the 55-inch HD TV providing unlimited entertainment options. The home provides you with a collection of literature and reading materials to spend your time off doing just that! Board Games for your friendly-competition cravings.
When it’s time for some catching-up work, there is a dedicated work zone in this place that will take care of all your professional needs. Enjoy the rental’s breathtaking coastal setting, right on the beach for leisurely seaside walks.
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very nicely decorated light & airy apartment in lovely area full of beautiful local shops & restaurantsthe apartment has very good double glazing and christine has provided a fanthe apartment itself is decorated to a high standard and super cosyCleanliness:
clean modern and very comfycozy clean and charmingbeautiful very clean spacious and modern apartmentthe apartment is very clean and well decoratedthe apartment was beautifully decorated spotlessly clean and well appointed - perfect for our needsHost:
amazing host really helpful and welcominggreat host with simple clear instructionsfriendly host and the apartment is stunninga wonderful apartment and lovely helpful hostthe host was extremely helpful on the two occasions i needed to contact herRead more reviewsLocation:
nice flat in good locationthe location was perfect close to bars shops & the coastlineexcellent flat in perfect location - very comfortable and well-equippedit's a great location right on the broadway and near some fantastic restaurants coffeeshops and shopslocation convenient for what we needed but we didn’t sleep very well
3. Double room close to airport (from USD 44)
Set close to the airport on a tranquil street is this well-decorated, well-equipped holiday rental in Southend-on-Sea, designed to give solo vacationers or romantic pairs a one-of-a-kind experience. It’s a room on the second floor of the main house, overlooking the garden and featuring a private bathroom, a TV with FreeSat, WiFi, a wardrobe, and a double bed for your comfort. You can cook your favorite dish with a fully equipped kitchen on the first floor and the rental also comes with a free breakfast. Note that, since this home is near the Airport, there are occasional sounds from aircraft.
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the bed very comfortable but low to the floor bottles of water a lovely touchthe room was immaculate and came with a tv and everything we needed for a good night's restreally enjoyed a long soak in the bubble bath separate toilet was handyhosts very accommodating home lovely and clean comfortable bed fantastic amenities and use of modern kitchenCleanliness:
great communication lovely house clean facilitiesthe place was clean and comfortablea clean comfortable quiet and welcoming staygreat airbnb hosts- clean comfortable and welcomingthe space is warm clean and comfortableHost:
simon and sarah were very friendlysimon and sarah were wonderful hosts they were welcoming and provided plenty of recommendations for local eateriesgreat place and great hostsgreat hosts thank you for having mesimon is a very nice host very helpful and thoughtfulRead more reviewsLocation:
nice and central to shops and airportgreat convenient place near the airportgood alternative to stay close to southend airportgreat value for money great location and very hospitablegood location if u take national express 090 from london victoria
4. Two-bedroom home with vistas of the sea
If you are going to this charming town with your family of four, then this two-bedroom seafront Airbnb in Leigh-on-Sea, set close to Cliffs Pavilion Theatre and other top city attractions is your ideal choice. This beautifully decorated, immaculate apartment with heartwarming views of the sea also features a well-equipped kitchen, WiFi, laundry amenities, a bathroom with toiletries, and much more for your pleasure. You will find the location more attractive if you plan to have some recreational outings, with its proximity to Peter Pans Playground/Amusements and the beach.
Southend-on-Sea, England, United Kingdom
1.67 km (1.1 mi) from Adventure IslandSuperhost
Accommodates: 4
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sea views from most rooms loved our morning coffee therethe sea view from the living room and from one bedroom is a constant delightgreat apartment and seems bigger than you would expect with great views and amenitieslovely bright homely living room with huge tv and great view of the pierthe bed is comfy sea views beautiful and just a generally wonderful stayCleanliness:
excellent stay clean tidy apartmenteverything was clean tidy and very well presentedclean and a good space for a staywe just stayed at joes san remo house in westcliff for christmasthe apartment is clean huge and spaciousspotless place with amazing locationHost:
great value and a great hostgreat responsive host and very friendlywas easy to communicate with the host and easy access made it even betterjoe was very accommodating and help make our trip that much more specialamazing place and great host best place ever stayed on airbnbRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and close to everythinggreat location easy access to the main city centrenice apartment and great locationgreat location and straightforward self check ineasy access to the seafront via steps close by
5. Well-equipped flat with stunning views (from USD 130)
If you wish to stay at the heart of the seaside village, then consider this elegant private rental in Leigh-on-Sea featuring comfort amenities for a family or group of six. It is perched on the second floor of a vintage building. Within the appealing interior, you will find a fully equipped kitchen, one bathroom, and a spacious living area with a balcony, awarding beautiful vistas of the estuary. You will also be a few steps away from shops offering the best things you can buy in the United Kingdom, the beach, and waterfront pubs.
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good amenities wifi dishwasher and washer dryer includedstunning views and a comfortable staythe property has great facilities with a beautiful balcony view of the seathe place was really warm and cozy and the wifi was good enough to support 4 devices simultaneouslythe wifi was fantastic and the tv has the added bonus of free sat for additional channelsCleanliness:
very clean shall definitely returnso clean and lots of lovely touchesandrew’s place was very clean and tidythe place was spotlessly clean with some nice toucheslovely and clean inside with tea milk and biscuits on arrivalHost:
thoughtful host that provided everythingvery helpful staffandrew is a great host and his flat was lovelyandrew is a great host and responded to any queries promptlyandrew was very quick to respond to any questions asked and was very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was idealgreat location and well equipped accommodationgreat stay and great locationexcellent facilities in a brilliant locationgood space in a great location
6. Large, family-friendly home in Leigh-on-Sea (from USD 307)
Are you nursing a fun family reunion or a beach getaway with your group of friends? This ample, four-bedroom abode with a splash pool, a garden with a seating set and barbecue, and games is the best place to stay in Leigh-on-Sea. The kids will especially love this place with its well-appointed children’s room, a playroom with musical instruments and board games, and even a PlayStation 4 in the lounge area. The second you are bored, you can simply head out to explore all the fun things to do in Rochester.
The home has amenities to drive a happy mood as well as eclectic decoration, a fully equipped kitchen, and more of what you wish for on a getaway.
7. Spacious room close to the beach and city center (from USD 50)
Feel at home in this elegant bedroom with vintage decors, perched a few minutes’ walk away from the beach and the village center. This Airbnb comes with WiFi, a work desk, a wardrobe, and a double bed for your comfort. The bathroom is shared with the single host and you can also use the well-equipped kitchen and also enjoy the available breakfast provisions. After working hours, the owner can also offer to drop or take you from around town and there is free parking space for your convenience.
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the room is spacious and comfortable (although the bed may be considered slightly small for two adults)luba’s is a warm and welcoming household and we felt very comfortablethe room was warm and comfortablethe room is absolutely wonderfulCleanliness:
just as advertised clean and simplesparkling clean and very comfortableclean room fresh sheetsalways very clean and a nice homely feelvery clean and spacious room and very accomodatingHost:
luba is a friendly hostluba was a great hostnice host and lovely placeluba & steve were great hoststhe hosts are very niceRead more reviewsLocation:
great location very nice couplevery close to the seafront great transport links via bus and a short walk to the train stationperfect location less than 15 minutes away from the airportnice place to stay close to the airportbig and bright room close to shops and 15 walk from the center of town
8. Elegant cottage by the water (from USD 203)
This fisherman’s cabin is another superb family spot, featuring beautiful vistas and family-oriented amenities. The fully equipped kitchen, leading to the courtyard, and the tastefully decorated living area with armchairs, a flat-screen TV, and a sofa bed, sit on the first floor of the beautiful cottage. There is no better way to spend the evening than in the lovely balcony, admiring the Brent geese flocked around, the changing tides, and the busy life of the cockle boats in the estuary. The two bedrooms upstairs are designed to give you a sweet night rest, featuring a king-size bed in the master unit and two single beds in the other. The home is also pet-friendly.
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it has a beautiful view from the upstairs living roomaccommodation was perfect for us beautiful kitchen and the living room overlooking the seagreat cafe almost opposite the cottage - sara’s tea room i think it was definitely recommendthe cottage is more spacious that we expected the beds were comfortable and the kitchen well stockedthe cottage is warm cosy and comfortable and is in a fantastic locationCleanliness:
beautiful cottage- spotlessly clean and incredibly well equippedkitchen equipped brilliantly sparkling cleangreat location beautifully decorated and furnished very comfortable and clean and excellent communicationcottage was quaint and clean and we had a great weekenda lovely cottage beautifully decorated extremely clean and a very kind 'welcome food pack' on arrivalHost:
kirsty is a friendly helpful and flexible hostkirsty was a fantastic host who made me feel very welcomeyou really are a super hostkirsty and her family are super hosts and do everything to make you feel welcomekirsty was a great host and responded quickly when we had an issue with the front door lockRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect house in a perfect locationbrilliant location and would highly recommendseriously cute cottage in a great location in old leigha great house in a good locationexcellent location we had a great time
9. Recently updated, cozy home
This newly updated, one-bedroom accommodation is set between walking distance to many amenities in the town and features a garden and other modern facilities for your pleasure. With a spacious living area with a smart TV and sofa bed and a master bedroom, this apartment can sleep four people comfortably. There is a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area and a workspace for your convenience. This spot is a few minutes’ walk to Old Town and Broadway.
Southend-on-Sea, England, United Kingdom
4.95 km (3.1 mi) from Adventure IslandAccommodates: 4
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we’ve just enjoyed a lovely stay at kit’s place and the apartment is amazing just as the photos showit’s a very comfortable flat with thoughtful touches which included a welcome packCleanliness:
the accommodation was spotless and so welcomingwe should also mention it was spotlessly cleanit had everything that we wanted and was sparkling clean and comfortablethe place is very well equipped spotlessly clean with lots of nice touchesa beautiful and sparkly clean place run by fantastic hostsHost:
kit is a brilliant host and the extra touches made all the differencekit was super accommodating and very quick to respond to any questionshosts super welcoming with some lovely and generous touchesgreat host lovely property that's central for everything in leigh on sea would definitely stay againvery friendly guy and full of useful recommendations for the areaRead more reviewsLocation:
great location for station and towngreat location with off street parkingvery comfortable and good location for the townlocation is perfect easy walking distance to shops restaurants old leigh town the station and public transportwe highly recommend this location
10. Beachfront family house (from USD 234)
This updated, three-bedroom house provides you with all the comfort of a home away from home. It’s located close to the beach and lots of restaurants and bars for easy accessibility. The house comes with a well-appointed kitchen, a garden for a recreational evening with family, a fireplace and smart TV in the lounge area, laundry amenities, and free WiFi for your pleasure. This place is also equipped with kid-friendly amenities and it’s great for a family of four.
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the cottage is cosy but has all the amenities you need for a comfortable staythere's plenty of space for for adults comfortable beds and a nice little years to sit out inbeds were very comfy and rooms all decorated in a cute cottage stylehouse was beautiful comfortable and had everything we neededCleanliness:
nice clean cottage with everything we needed would stay againit’s is very clean stylish has everything you need and local area is lovelyvery clean with great amenities and stylish little touches throughout the houseHost:
lisa the host did everything to make the stay greatgreat host too really friendly and very helpfulhighly recommended this lovely home away from home and lisa was very responsive and helpfuljust want to thank lisa for her kind hospitalitylisa was helpful and communicative throughoutRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location in old leigh highstreetthis is a beautiful house in a gem of a locationamazing location beautiful property first class from first contact to checkoutwe had a lovely walk right along the sea front into southendperfect location for old leigh experience and lifestyle
11. Beautiful waterfront abode
What is more desirable than being greeted by an endless view of the sea from the Velux windows of a high-end accommodation on your family vacation? This dual-level, two-bedroom, waterfront abode is tastefully decorated and equipped to suit even the most discerning of five. Both the first-floor and second-floor bedrooms are fitted with king-size beds for your pleasure. The kitchen is fully equipped and you can relax on the sofa in the living area, watching some exciting movies or soaking in the awe-inspiring views all around.
Southend-on-Sea, England, United Kingdom
1.22 km (0.8 mi) from Adventure IslandTop guest reviews
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fantastic apartment with sea viewsthe view from the living room is wonderfulgreat apartment good amenities bedrooms really spacious and fantastic viewsvery comfortable beds and a lovely viewbeautiful apartment with a stunning view within easy reach of the townCleanliness:
as advertised clean and spacious roomsa clean and cozy placea clean bright apartmentthe apartment is clean stylish and well equippedmy engineers stayed here while on a job very clean and great communicationHost:
support from host's staff was excellentthe house was lovely as was perry as a hostthe host was very helpful and provided some bare essentials when we arrived which was very thoughtfulperry was helpful upon check in and check outperry and his team were super responsive and very accommodating as wellRead more reviewsLocation:
perry’s place was perfectly locatedwithin easy walking distance to adventure island and southend shopsgreat place good size great locationgreat location right at the beach and a 10m stroll to southend piera good 15-20 minute walk to the start of the high street
12. Lovely home, moments away from the waters
Set in Hartington Place, close to the seafront, is this cozy two-bedroom home with lots of natural light, a garden, a private entrance from the back, and much more. Its ample living area is immaculate and highlights a dining area and a large flat-screen TV with Freesat for your comfort. Prepare some fresh meals in the well-equipped kitchen and dine indoors or alfresco on the dining set in the garden. This Airbnb also comes with free WiFi, parking, and laundry amenities.
Southend-on-Sea, England, United Kingdom
325 meters (0.3 ft) from Adventure IslandTop guest reviews
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the amazon firestick and huge tv were a bonus tooCleanliness:
everywhere clean and tidyclean property and secure parkinghouse was clean and homelyvery clean with a few ice toucheseverything was very nice very cleanedHost:
our host was great at answering questions etcgreat host who was very accomodating and friendlycarol was a great host quick to respond to questions and offered plenty advice on the areahelpful and friendly host great holiday thankscommunication from the host was very good with quick response and contactRead more reviewsLocation:
great location close to everythingbrilliant location so close to attractionsgood place near by seathe location is great - close to the seafront and not too far from the train stationand the location is amazing very close to the beach
13. Sizable and stylish studio
Have easy access to all the top draws in Southend on Sea from this centrally located, elegantly decorated studio. It has all you need to have a luxurious stay, from a king-size bed, a private bathroom (although detached from the room),and a well-equipped kitchen. This place also comes with complimentary WiFi and parking for your convenience. Some top attractions nearby include Roots Hall Football Stadium and Palace Theatre.
Southend-on-Sea, England, United Kingdom
1.9 km (1.2 mi) from Adventure IslandTop guest reviews
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nice bedroom/kitchenette with unexpected separate bathroom which was accessed via public space (thought the bathroom was private)the room was modern and comfortable and had everything i needed for my staythe room was nice and had everything you needed to stay for a few daysthe bed was really comfortable and bigCleanliness:
the studio was very clean well furnished and functionalthe studio is spotlessly clean very comfortable and stylishvery nice clean modern studio couldn’t ask for anything moreit was as clean and enjoyed the option to cook if i wanted togreat place the accommodation is well furnished bright clean and with a lot of spaceHost:
lovely space and great hoststhe host was very easy to communicate with would definitely recommend it and stay againRead more reviewsLocation:
good location for downtown southend westcliff dining and palace theatre - all within moderate walking distanceclean and tidy accommodation situated close to southend town centreit's a good place to stayangie's studio is exactly how it looks in the pictures comfy clean and a walk away from the beach
Enjoy a tranquil getaway
This fishing village provides an ideal environment to get away from the hustle and bustle of life. Whether you are looking for a restful vacation alone, with your partner or family, these top Airbnb vacation rentals in Leigh-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom, should be your comfort base. For those visiting with their family, taking a detour to the popular neighborhood of Maldon, home to just as many Airbnb vacation rentals, which would make the vacation even more memorable.
Just under 15 minutes from Leigh-on-Sea is this town that sits atop a cliff and overlooks the Thames Estuary called Westcliff-on-Sea. Just like Maldon and Leigh-on-Sea, the Airbnb vacation rentals in Westcliff-on-Sea are top-notch.
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