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Seaview B&B 4 stars

Harwich

Boasting a garden and views of sea, Seaview B&B is a recently renovated bed and breakfast set in Harwich, 26 km from Flatford. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking. The accommodation offers a housekeeping service and private check-in and check-out for guests. We were absolutely stunned by the perfection of the room. Clearly its quality level far exceeds its price range. It almost felt as coming home. We saw this as a simple solution to sleep before catching the ferry, but we already decided to return and stay a couple of days more. I really would recommend.

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9.4
Superb
506 reviews
Price from
£117
per night

Burnt Mill Cottage

Burnham on Crouch

At the bed and breakfast, units are fitted with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Guests can have chocolates or cookies delivered to their room. The units are equipped with heating facilities. The owners were very helpful and very welcoming. Lovely cottage and great room with a nice comfortable bed

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9.1
Superb
175 reviews
Price from
£76.50
per night

The Lodge

Little Clacton

Located in Little Clacton and only 50 km from Freeport Braintree, The Lodge provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. The guest house, set in a building dating from 2019, is 23 km from Colchester Castle and 26 km from Flatford. The property is non-smoking and is set 15 km from Alresford. Beautiful location. Very easy to find. The Lodge is a perfect little hideaway. The owners are friendly and welcoming. I loved the firm bed, smart TV, fast broadband, Fridge and Chocolate! I'd definitely stay again, it's very good value.

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9.2
Superb
159 reviews
Price from
£64.80
per night

The Ferry Boat Inn

North Fambridge

Located in North Fambridge, in a historic building, 24 km from Chelmsford Train Station, The Ferry Boat Inn is a bed and breakfast with a garden and bar. With inner courtyard views, this accommodation provides a patio. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station. Very friendly and helpful staff. Lovely atmosphere. Excellent room, like new. Good location for local walks by the river.

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9.1
Superb
143 reviews
Price from
£140
per night

Prince Cottage

Colchester

Set in Colchester, in a historic building, 28 km from Freeport Braintree, Prince Cottage is a bed and breakfast with a garden and barbecue facilities. It is located 31 km from Hedingham Castle and provides full-day security. The bed and breakfast offers garden views, a picnic area, a 24-hour front desk, and free WiFi is available. That was an amazing experience being pampered by the service of Dee. I agree with every comment here and thank you, Dee, for letting us feel so welcome. We do not plan to explore Colchester again though we dream of coming to Prince Cottage again.

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9
Superb
183 reviews
Price from
£70
per night

Viva Guest House

Clacton-on-Sea

At the bed and breakfast, every unit is equipped with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. The units are equipped with heating facilities.

You can play billiards and mini-golf at the bed and breakfast, and the area is popular for windsurfing and cycling. After a day of fishing, canoeing or hiking, guests can relax in the garden or in the shared lounge area. Absolutely amazing, very homely, breakfast was excellent

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9.7
Exceptional
362 reviews
Price from
£85
per night

Ivy Todd cottage

Debden

The guest house provides guests with a terrace, garden views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave and a toaster, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and bathrobes. A fridge and kitchenware are also available, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the guest house, every unit is fitted with bed linen and towels. Gorgeous little cottage in a peaceful environment. Spotlessly clean, and full of delightful surprises. The breakfast is ready in the kitchen, which was a wonderful solution, when had to leave at early hours to catch plane. 20 minutes from Stansted airport, it was a very convenient location.

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9.8
Exceptional
511 reviews
Price from
£94.50
per night

Old Thatch Bambers Green 4 stars

Takeley

Set in Takeley and with Hatfield Forest reachable within 5 km, Old Thatch Bambers Green offers express check-in and check-out, allergy-free rooms, free bikes, free WiFi and a garden. The accommodation features luggage storage space.

All guest rooms at the guest house come with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a private bathroom with a hairdryer and a shower. I booked this place for my adult son because he had an early flight the next morning. He messaged me whilst he was there and told me how comfortable and well located it was. Parking for his car and easy access to Stansted. Perfect.

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9.1
Superb
494 reviews
Price from
£120
per night

Corner House Luxury BnB

Little Dunmow

Featuring a garden, Corner House Luxury BnB features accommodation in Little Dunmow with free WiFi and garden views. Boasting a terrace, the bed and breakfast is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as cycling and hiking. it was convenient I was in a deadline so just needed everything to be functional must apologize to my hosts as I dud not have the time to greet them, but there was no need as the instructions were clear and I did not wish to disturb them.

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9.5
Exceptional
116 reviews
Price from
£86
per night

Victoria Villa Guesthouse

Clacton-on-Sea

Situated in Clacton-on-Sea, 200 metres from Clacton Beach, Victoria Villa Guesthouse features accommodation with a garden, free WiFi and a housekeeping service. The property is around 16 km from Alresford, 27 km from Colchester Castle and 30 km from Flatford. The guest house has family rooms. Amazing cooked to order breakfast. I was in a small single room with shared bathroom which is perfect if you are on a budget. 10 minute walk to the train station and 1 minute to the beach, shops, busses, pier, arcades etc. There are also large rooms for families and couples.

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9.6
Exceptional
402 reviews
Price from
£50
per night

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