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The Glen Guest House 1-bedroom guest house with free parking

Fyfield

19 km from Chelmsford Train Station in Fyfield, The Glen Guest House 1-bedroom guest house with free parking provides accommodation with access to a sauna and hot tub. It is located 22 km from Stansted Mountfitchet Station and offers private check-in and check-out. Free WiFi is available and private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. Beautiful location. Accommodation was lovely and clean with a comfortable bed. Nice little touches and free Netflix!!

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9.5
Exceptional
119 reviews
Price from
£79.14
per night

The Lodge

Little Clacton

The spacious guest house comes with a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are provided in the guest house. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

Colchester Zoo is 34 km from the guest house, while IP-City Centre - Conference Venue is 44 km away. The nearest airport is London Stansted Airport, 77 km from The Lodge. Extremely clean and comfortable accommodation

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9.2
Superb
158 reviews
Price from
£64.80
per night

Viva Guest House

Clacton-on-Sea

Situated in Clacton-on-Sea, within 300 metres of Clacton Beach and 16 km of Alresford, Viva Guest House features accommodation with water sports facilities and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. It is located 30 km from Flatford and offers luggage storage space. The property offers soundproof units and is set 27 km from Colchester Castle. 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

Ivy Todd cottage, a property with a garden, is situated in Debden, 6.5 km from Audley End House, 13 km from Stansted Mountfitchet Station, as well as 30 km from University of Cambridge. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. The guest house has family rooms. We loved everything about our stay. The cottage is super warm and comfy, you feel like better than in a 5 stars hotel!!! White linen and towels and robes. The attention to detail of Joan and John is out of this world, with plenty of fresh food. They left for my partner gluten free options of everything and even all kind of dog food for our Queen. They left a birthday cake for me and a card... The area is fantastic with very nice hikes to do around the house. Saffron is a cute village with a very nice local market on Saturday, worth the visit!

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9.8
Exceptional
510 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. Very comfortable and in a great location. Close to Stansted but removed enough so you could hear the birds sing

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9.1
Superb
497 reviews
Price from
£120
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. I liked everything about the service I got- the customer service, cleanliness, the meals and the attention to details. The owners were professional, yet friendly, without being overwhelming.

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9.6
Exceptional
392 reviews
Price from
£50
per night

Alma Inn & Dining Rooms

Harwich

Featuring free WiFi and a restaurant, Alma Inn & Dining Rooms offers pet-friendly accommodation adjacent to The Pier in Harwich, 400 metres from the town centre. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar.

You can play darts at the inn. The best inn I have ever stayed inn! It's a 1500s building and it is gorgeous and fascinating inside. So much to look at, lovingly and tastefully restored and preserved. See pics. Fantastic staff. I didn't use the pub / restaurant but it looked superb. I did have breakfast which was 10 out of 10, see pic. The location is in the heart of the historic old town, all the streets are narrow and quaint, I managed to find parking up the street, but the whole area wasn't designed for motor cars. Be aware that the many steep stairs are not suitable if you have mobility issues or heavy suitcases, so if that's you call them to discuss your options. See the pic of the paper they gave me to help me navigate the labyrinth! Overall the best historic property I have ever stayed in, and I have travelled a lot. Don't miss staying here!

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9
Superb
647 reviews
Price from
£90
per night

The Compasses 4 stars

Chelmsford

In the restaurant, a Continental and cooked breakfast is available in the morning for a surcharge. Muesli, yoghurt and fresh fruit is also available. Using fresh, local produce there is also a lunch and dinner menu available. The menu also includes a ‘Huffer’ filled sandwich, popular with the locals. Everything. Last minute booking (day before) nad we were delighted. Gorgeous little spot. The pub was fab, the meal was great. Room had everything - plenty of space and a comfy bed - all we needed for one night as we were touring the area. Have stayed in 15+ place over the UK in the past month and this was the best in terms of value and how nice it was.

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9.1
Superb
567 reviews
Price from
£100
per night

The Sandrock 4 stars

Clacton-on-Sea

Just a minute's walk to West Cliff Beach, Clacton-On-Sea town centre and Clacton-On-Sea pier, The Sandrock has free WiFi.

A full English breakfast is freshly cooked and served every morning. A continental option, with items such as cereals and toasts, is also available. Host was very welcoming and and informative re parking. The location is amazing. We went for a concert at the West Cliff Theatre and its minutes from there and the beach front. The whole place is impeccably clean, very quiet and the breakfast was very yummy. No expense has been spared on the bed and bedding, which resulted in a very indulgent nights sleep.

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9.2
Superb
568 reviews
Price from
£85
per night

Brunton House Guest House

Clacton-on-Sea

Brunton House is a family-run guest house situated in the heart of Clacton-on-Sea, only a 5-minute walk from Clacton-on-Sea Rail Station and the beach. Parking and Wi-Fi are free.

All bedrooms at Brunton House Guest House have their own bathroom with a shower. Other facilities provided include a TV, refrigerator, toaster and electric kettle, with microwaves, irons and hairdryers available on request. Convenient location, quiet, clean and reasonably priced. breakfast in room good.

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9.1
Superb
420 reviews
Price from
£55
per night

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