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The Harvard Inn 4 stars

Stock

Situated in Stock, 9.2 km from Hylands Park, The Harvard Inn features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 4-star inn offers luggage storage space and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 13 km from Chelmsford Train Station. Just how wonderfully it had been restored with up to date comforts and amazing en-suite with super cool barn doors and sash windows you can open!!! We slept like babies in the bed after a lovely meal in the restaurant and woke up refreshed before having showers to our next stop - will definitely recommend to everyone and eat/stay again. Thanks for a lovely stay x

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9
Superb
1,257 reviews
Price from
£135
per night

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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9.4
Superb
105 reviews
Price from
£83.79
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
140 reviews
Price from
£63.90
per night

Viva Guest House

Clacton-on-Sea

Situated in Clacton-on-Sea, in a historic building, 300 metres from Clacton Beach, Viva Guest House is a bed and breakfast with a garden and shared lounge. It is set 16 km from Alresford and offers luggage storage space. The bed and breakfast also features free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. Absolutely amazing, very homely, breakfast was excellent

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9.8
Exceptional
381 reviews
Price from
£100
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. Everything was perfect, our stay was amazing. 10/10.

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9.8
Exceptional
480 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 nice place, cosy atmosphere, incredibly clean rooms and very friendly owner.

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9
Superb
496 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
433 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
598 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. Beautiful country setting. The rooms are spotless and very well appointed. Very comfortable bed. Locals frequent the local pub and the was great. Particularly convenient for guest going to weddings / functions at Leez Priory.

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9.1
Superb
556 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. Very clean, cosy room, breakfast was perfect. Nice staff. Perfect stay

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9.2
Superb
550 reviews
Price from
£85
per night

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