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Set in Wethersfield and only 11 km from Hedingham Castle, Little Barham B&B offers accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property features quiet street views and is 23 km from Audley End House and 26 km from Stansted Mountfitchet Station. The property comes with a seasonal outdoor pool with a pool bar and is situated 14 km from Freeport Braintree. Cliff was amazing and he even made us a full English breakfast the morning we were checking out. He was super accommodating and if we're ever in the area again, this is where we'll stay!

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9.2
Superb
113 reviews
Price from
US$108
per night

The bed and breakfast comes with a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are featured in the bed and breakfast.

Colchester Castle is 13 km from the bed and breakfast, while Alresford is 13 km away. London Stansted Airport is 61 km from the property. It was very comfortable, everything was available

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9.1
Superb
161 reviews
Price from
US$88
per night

Located in Halstead, the recently renovated 59 Halstead - Gorgeous single bedroom with private bathroom offers accommodation 8.4 km from Hedingham Castle and 12 km from Freeport Braintree. This bed and breakfast provides free private parking, a housekeeping service and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 33 km from Chelmsford Train Station. The host was absolutely charming and very caring texting me after my first night there and checking that there wasn't anything more that I needed. Would definitely recommend,

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9.2
Superb
104 reviews
Price from
US$72
per night

The bed and breakfast offers a seating area with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with bathrobes, slippers and shower. The bed and breakfast offers some units with sea views, and every unit is equipped with a kettle. At the bed and breakfast, units come with bed linen and towels. Wonderful b&b is very close to the port. The room was beautiful and bright and spotlessly clean.very very comfortable. Jane was a superstar.

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9.4
Superb
438 reviews
Price from
US$160
per night

At the bed and breakfast, all units come with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Additional in-room amenities include chocolates or cookies. The units are equipped with heating facilities. Beautiful 16th century pub! Very spacious inside and nice garden.

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9
Superb
638 reviews
Price from
US$128
per night

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 25 km from Flatford. The property is non-smoking and is set 15 km from Alresford. The place was quaint, and ideal for somewhere to stay for a few days. It has everything you need for a comfortable getaway. We would return, no problem. Already we are telling our friends about the location and how we enjoyed our stay. It was very clean, and had everything we needed.

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9.4
Superb
160 reviews

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. Lovely room and a great country pub atmosphere

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9.1
Superb
126 reviews
Price from
US$160
per night

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 33 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. Exceptionally friendly hosts. Excellent food and drinks. The room was small (I knew that beforehand) but with a very good bed and a desk to work on. Thank you Dee and Märchioness!

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9
Superb
99 reviews
Price from
US$93
per night

At the bed and breakfast, every unit is equipped with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Additional in-room amenities include wine or champagne. The units are equipped with heating facilities. The host was very attentive and the room was lovely. The cooked breakfast was brilliant.

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9.8
Exceptional
313 reviews
Price from
US$113
per night

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. Great spot in a lovely village. Beautiful furniture and extremely well appointed. Fluffy towels and bathrobes. Dog made welcome with bowl, bed and toy. And we were made welcome with beer wine and a variety of things for breakfast. Host was very welcoming. Place to park car.

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9.7
Exceptional
511 reviews
Price from
US$133
per night

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