Ivy No.1 is in Althorne. It's a ground-floor apartment that sleeps four, in two bedrooms. There's one bathroom with a shower.
It's got a 4 Star rating. The main thing is the view. The living room windows look out over the River Crouch and the fields. It's open-plan, so the kitchen and sitting area are all one space.
You've got your own entrance. Parking is on site. There's a dishwasher, Wi-Fi, and TV. Bedding and towels are included. No pets.
The village is quiet. There's a local pub within walking distance. For a different sort of drink, Crouch Ridge Vineyard is next door. They do tastings and you can get something to eat there.
Burnham-on-Crouch is a few miles away. It's a sailing town. Maldon is about a 15-minute drive. The Hythe there has the Thames barges, which are worth seeing.
If you like walking, there's a path along the river to North Fambridge. It's about five and a half miles. You can get the train back from there. For wider planning, the Visit Essex site is useful.