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Featuring a garden and views of garden, The Suites at Pannells Ash is a bed and breakfast situated in a historic building in Castle Hedingham, 1.9 km from Hedingham Castle. This bed and breakfast provides free private parking, a shared kitchen and free WiFi. This 5-star bed and breakfast offers private entrance. There was absolutely nothing that I could possibly fault about this beautiful property - wonderful hosts, immaculate facilities, and all in a stunning and peaceful location.

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9.9
Exceptional
293 reviews
Price from
US$171
per night

Situated in the quiet hamlet of Littley Green in the heart of the Essex countryside, The Compasses is a Victorian Pub steeped in history and tradition. With free on-site parking and free Wi-Fi access for all guests, it also offers a bar and a restaurant. We liked everything about the inn, it was an amazing spot on a cycle route and very friendly towards cyclists, the owner is keen cyclist himself. The room was excellent and the evening meal we had there was very good indeed. Fantastic service throughout from all the staff. Would recommend to anyone.

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9
Superb
491 reviews
Price from
US$131
per night

A short walk from Maldon’s main street, The Limes is a Grade II heritage-listed townhouse offering fresh breakfasts and rooms with private bathrooms and four-poster beds.

Guests at The Limes By Luigis Al Fresco can enjoy full English breakfasts made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Warm welcome. Room very clean and well appointed. Great location, easy to walk to high street. Great Italian restaurant attached.

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9
Superb
632 reviews
Price from
US$146
per night

The individually designed rooms and suites include original features, such as exposed wooden beams, along with modern comforts. Each en-suite room offers a DVD player and free Wi-Fi. With ironing supplies and a hairdryer, the rooms also include bathrobes, slippers, a minibar, and tea and coffee making facilities with fresh milk and Costa Coffee. Excellent choice. Beautiful surroundings.

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9.2
Superb
658 reviews
Price from
US$155
per night

Set in 22 acres of beautiful grounds, Mulberry House has impressive Georgian architecture. There is excellent access to the M11 and M25 motorways.

Dogs are welcome at extra charge, and there are walking areas available. Please contact the property in advance of your stay to check the availability of dog-friendly rooms. That is a very beautiful place to stay. Everything was just perfect. Additionally I was very lucky due to some evening event I got some dinner. I got ribs and that had been the best ribs what I have eaten in my life.

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9
Superb
557 reviews
Price from
US$125
per night

Situated in Colchester, 200 metres from Colchester Castle, this AA rated property features a garden. Located around 6 km from Colchester Zoo, the hotel is also 11 km away from Flatford. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage for guests. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. We had a lovely time at GreyFriars, super comfy and nice friendly staff would definately stay again.

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8.9
Fabulous
1,930 reviews
Price from
US$164
per night

Colchester’s North Hill Hotel provides luxurious bed and breakfast in Britain’s oldest town. Just off the High Street and 4 minutes’ drive from the train station, its well-appointed rooms and suites are complemented by a high-quality bistro restaurant. Clean and quiet smaller rooms. Great breakfast and nice lounge and bar area for a drink in the evening before bed. Excellent location in Colchester, walking distance to everything.

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8.3
Very good
1,081 reviews
Price from
US$77
per night

Situated 25 minutes’ drive from London Stansted Airport, the Holiday Inn Express Harlow is enclosed by various shopping and leisure facilities. Harlow Town rail station is a 20-minute walk away and offers regular services to London Liverpool Street station and Cambridge. There is also an adjacent bus station. Extremely friendly staff especially at the checkin counters .

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8
Very good
2,308 reviews
Price from
US$81
per night

The Holiday Inn is just a 14-minute drive from the award-winning Colchester Zoo, which is rated one of the finest zoos in Europe. Guests can enjoy over 260 species of animals and reptiles, along with 60 acres of beautiful parkland and lakes. The nearest airport is Stansted Airport, 61 km from the hotel. Everything! Staff were amazing up on check in and couldn't ask for more

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8
Very good
1,503 reviews
Price from
US$68
per night

Just 5 minutes from Stansted Airport, this hotel offers breakfasts and dinner at the hotel restaurant. Central London is only a 45-minute train journey away.

Holiday Inn Express Stansted Airport offers a paid shuttle service to and from the airport terminal. Quiet and comfortable. Ideal for a night's rest before travel

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8.2
Very good
16,609 reviews
Price from
US$105
per night

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