A holiday home in Holland-on-Sea has received an award from Visit England recognising it as one of the best in the country.
Holland Beach Bungalow has been given a Rose - recognition of service excellence - award for giving guests the warmest of welcomes.
The award also celebrates the property for the outstanding experience provided.
The property is one of only two to receive the award across Essex and one of 10 across the East of England.
The house is run by Zoe Pink and mum Denise.
The house has been in the family since it was built in 1952 and holds a lot of history for them both.
Zoe said: "We’re really focused on everyone and it’s the little touches which make the difference.
"We put a lot of work into the garden and we also open it for the National Garden Scheme.
"We like to tell our guests about what they can do in the area, days out to be had and nice things to do.
"There is so much to do and we pride ourselves on giving guests the best experience.
"We do a lot of extras for people. We give them a big welcome pack and even packs for dogs and children."
Zoe said it was great to win the award.
“We were really surprised and didn’t even know we had been entered," she said.
“They’re so good. They come in person and give you so much support on how to give people a lovely holiday.
"Their support is amazing.
“We’re extremely happy and it makes the hard work worth it.
"Running a holiday let isn’t necessarily easy and we always have a short time frame to turn it around between bookings.
“It’s so important to maintain it to a high standard.”
The assessors' comment from Visit England said: "A delightful home-from-home, just a short walk from the beach."
The bungalow is available all year round to hire out.
To see more of the property, visit Holland Beach Bungalow - Holiday Home, Self Catering
Those interested can book through AirBnB here - Holland Beach Bungalow - Bungalows for Rent in Essex, England, United Kingdom - Airbnb
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