A peaceful summer retreat, just for adults
All Inclusive Summer Holidays in the Essex Countryside
Make the most of those long, light evenings at Five Lakes, our Fully Inclusive resort set in 333 acres of Essex countryside and kept just for adults. It's a summer at your own pace, in good company.
One simple price covers it all. Full board dining, drinks from our extensive menu, West End-quality shows every evening and a packed programme of activities to enjoy as much or as little as you like. Everything's taken care of, so there's nothing to keep track of and no bills to settle. Just time to relax and enjoy yourselves.
With plenty of grounds to wander, evenings to look forward to and sunsets over the lakes with your favourite drink in hand, it's easy to see why our guests return year after year, and why Which? readers voted us among the UK's best holiday resorts.
What’s included in your
Summer break?
Dining
Included
Savour delicious British fare in a relaxed atmosphere. Enjoy full board dining with loved ones and share stories over good food.
Drinks
Included
Choose from our extensive drinks menu. Whether you prefer hot or cold, alcoholic or non-alcoholic, we have something for everyone.
Dining
Included
Savour delicious British fare in a relaxed atmosphere. Enjoy full board dining with loved ones and share stories over good food.
Accommodation
Included
Choose between the peaceful Village rooms, set in the grounds just a short walk from the main resort, or our Hotel rooms, conveniently located near central facilities.
Drinks
Included
Choose from our extensive drinks menu. Whether you prefer hot or cold, alcoholic or non-alcoholic, we have something for everyone.
Dining
Included
Savour delicious British fare in a relaxed atmosphere. Enjoy full board dining with loved ones and share stories over good food.
Accommodation
Included
Choose between the peaceful Village rooms, set in the grounds just a short walk from the main resort, or our Hotel rooms, conveniently located near central facilities.
What's New at Five Lakes This Summer
Loved by 5,000+ guests
Hear from the people who know us best… our guests.
Best Time Ever!
Had a brilliant time. Accommodation was clean and spacious. Food was delicious with a good choice each day. Entertainment was fabulous. Lots to do during the day or you could just sit back and chill, your choice. ALL the staff were dedicated to making your stay special. It was our first time at Five Lakes and it won’t be our last.
Mary G, August 2025
Absolutely worth a stay!
Everything you could want or even need is there. From top class entertainment to all inclusive activities. Place is spotless and quite modern. Staff are efficient, polite and give good service. Drinks are good, both hot and cold to alcoholic to non alcoholic.
Tina B, June 2025
Best Time Ever!
Had a brilliant time. Accommodation was clean and spacious. Food was delicious with a good choice each day. Entertainment was fabulous. Lots to do during the day or you could just sit back and chill, your choice. ALL the staff were dedicated to making your stay special. It was our first time at Five Lakes and it won’t be our last.
Mary G, August 2025
Fantastic Break
Every time I go to Potters the experience is amazing. Comfortable beds, top quality food, top class entertainment and excellent customer service. The resort is clean, the staff are friendly and always ensure you have a fantastic time. So many activities available you cannot fit them all in!! I always need a holiday to get over my holiday!
Kathy S, July 2025
Absolutely worth a stay!
Everything you could want or even need is there. From top class entertainment to all inclusive activities. Place is spotless and quite modern. Staff are efficient, polite and give good service. Drinks are good, both hot and cold to alcoholic to non alcoholic.
Tina B, June 2025
Best Time Ever!
Had a brilliant time. Accommodation was clean and spacious. Food was delicious with a good choice each day. Entertainment was fabulous. Lots to do during the day or you could just sit back and chill, your choice. ALL the staff were dedicated to making your stay special. It was our first time at Five Lakes and it won’t be our last.
Mary G, August 2025
Fantastic Break
Every time I go to Potters the experience is amazing. Comfortable beds, top quality food, top class entertainment and excellent customer service. The resort is clean, the staff are friendly and always ensure you have a fantastic time. So many activities available you cannot fit them all in!! I always need a holiday to get over my holiday!
Kathy S, July 2025
Let us show you around
As the UK's ONLY Fully Inclusive Resorts, we offer something you can’t find anywhere else. One simple price that includes EVERYTHING you need to enjoy your precious time away. No add-ons, passes, tickets or bills; just a jam-packed break built for fun, entertainment, relaxation and great memories!
If you haven’t been before, it’s not always easy to imagine the value, friendliness and award-winning service that awaits you on your first visit. So don’t just take our word for it, take a look at the below tour and reviews of our Fully Inclusive Breaks…
What’s included on your
Summer break?
Jam-packed Activities
With 333 acres of Essex countryside to enjoy, there's plenty to do at Five Lakes and no pressure to do any of it. Take aim at archery, laser clays and air rifle shooting, or have a go at Fun Axe Throwing. Take a peaceful row on the boating lake, a spin on the karts, or a game of pickleball or tennis out in the grounds. Indoors, our Sports Park has bowls, snooker, pool, darts and more, ready for whatever the weather's doing. And for a slower pace, the Orangery is a quiet spot for chess, cribbage or draughts.
New for this summer!
Ease into the morning with Outside & Stretch, Better Balance or a new Aqua Class in the pool, then test yourself with Countdown, Rock Busters or our Interactive Quiz. There's Field Archery to try, relaxed tournaments in Bridge, Qwirkle and Mexican Train Dominoes, and a lively Country Afternoon to round things off. As ever, no two days are quite the same and you'll always find something new to do.
Delicious Food
Fully Inclusive at Potters Resorts means four meals a day, served in the Eden Restaurant, a relaxed dining room with a natural, garden-inspired feel that perfectly reflects Five Lakes' relaxed atmosphere.
A hearty breakfast sets you up for the morning, there's a 3-course lunch to fuel your afternoon, and a 3-course dinner before the evening's entertainment. And should you feel a little peckish later on, a late night dish is there to see you through!
You'll have your own table throughout your stay, so with no bookings to think about and nothing to settle at the end, simply take your time over good food in good company.
Our chefs cater for most dietary requirements, so please feel free to discuss this with our friendly team at time of booking.
West End-Quality Entertainment
At Potters Resorts Five Lakes, the nights come alive in our state-of-the-art Glade Theatre, while The Garden Bar sets the stage for live music and comedy throughout the day.
This Mid-Summer, the Potters Theatre Company presents Simply The Best, AMPLIFIED! and The Cabaret Club.
With spectacular performances and world-class production, it’s no wonder our entertainment keeps guests coming back year after year.
Inclusive Drinks
At Potters the rounds simply don’t add up, so you can kick back throughout fun-filled days in the summer sun with a refreshing drink, however the mood takes you. And in the evenings, enjoy your favourite tipple over dinner and superb live entertainment.
With a wide selection of branded beers, wines, spirits, zero alcohol alternatives, soft drinks and all your coffee shop favourites included, it’s easy to relax when you can forget about the purse strings.
Our welcoming bars provide the perfect spots in the company of friends and entertainment, while in our Lake View Lounge you can enjoy stunning sunsets over the Essex countryside. Here at Five Lakes, with your favourite drink in hand, even simple moments can provide the fondest of memories.
Comfortable Accommodation
With Premier rooms as standard, a quality and comfy room awaits you for a great night’s sleep. Perfect for friends and couples, Five Lakes offers twin and double bedded accommodation in either the peaceful Village a short walk from the main Resort, or the Hotel close to the main facilities. With upgrades also available offering beautiful views of the countryside, even your room at Five Lakes will be a holiday highlight this summer.
Superb golf this summer
As the days grow longer, there’s nothing like getting outdoors and enjoying some top class golf. With continued investment in our facilities at Five Lakes, we proudly offer one of Essex’s premium golfing experiences on the championship Lakes Course, available to add to your break at reduced green fees. And don’t worry about missing lunch, we’ve got you covered with a packed lunch to tuck into as you navigate 18-holes over 6,267 yards within the stunning Essex countryside.
Call us on 0333 3207 422 to add a round of the Lakes Course on your next break with your exclusive saving.
Alternatively, our 9-Hole Par 3 course is included within your break price, and perfect for some fun, friendly competition or short game practice.
Join us in the glorious Essex countryside
Potters Resorts Five Lakes, is located between Maldon and Colchester, next to the village of Tolleshunt Knights. It’s just a 20 minute drive from Colchester and 40 minutes from Chelmsford.
Potters Resorts Five Lakes
Colchester Road, Essex, CM9 8HX
