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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. Lovely place to stay, the room was clean and comfortable. The staff were exceptionally friendly. Breakfast was delicious and really good value.

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9
Superb
1,245 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. Stayed for 2 nights 21 to 23 September What's there not to like? My stay was exceptional. The place itself has a cottage like vibe. It has everything you need and the decor, features etc is very high spec. Fully equipped kitchen, fridge, microwave etc. A TV with "proper" channels including netflix, very comfortable indeed. Lesley is on hand to answer and help with any questions or queries about the area and things to do. Plus they also offer a very reasonable, very flexible taxi service. Tiptop!!! The cottage is warm and cosy. It is set back in an area surrounded by beautiful green land and in a garden with lovely garden furniture and ample seating areas. It really has the best backdrop. There is also a fully equipped gym which I had the opportunity to use, very considerate to open it up for guests. The hosts have thought about everything you may need for a comfortable getaway. They were brilliant hosts, Lesley and Pat, their welcome was more like going to stay with friends for the weekend! The nicest people you would ever want to meet, hands on, making sure you're comfortable, super pleasant, engaging and just really really nice folks. I highly recommend the Glen Adorable... the name says it all!

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9.5
Exceptional
102 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
135 reviews
Price from
£64.80
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
374 reviews
Price from
£95
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
477 reviews
Price from
£90
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. Delightful restored B&B . Everything was In working order. Nice lift to the airport in the morning!

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9
Superb
495 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. Location was perfect. Breakfast was lovely and a vast choie available.The oweners were very friendly

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9.6
Exceptional
435 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. everything! really nice breakfast, rooms are lovely as well as staff!

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9
Superb
587 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. Breakfast was excellent. Paul served us witha smile

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9.1
Superb
558 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. We had a very pleasant stay in this beautiful accommodation. The lady running the House was very friendly and flexible. We booked the wrong options when booking online but it was sorted out in no time. Breakfast is gorgeous, the rooms very clean and the location is very quiet. Thanks for the nice stay!

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9.2
Superb
547 reviews
Price from
£85
per night

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