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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

Ivy Todd cottage, a property with a garden, is situated in Debden, 6.4 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. Well appointed room and spotlessly clean

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9.7
Exceptional
510 reviews
Price from
US$131
per night

Old Thatch Bambers Green is set in Takeley, 8.9 km from Stansted Mountfitchet Station, 19 km from Audley End House, as well as 25 km from Freeport Braintree. This 4-star guest house offers full-day security and luggage storage space. The guest house offers garden views, a sun terrace, and free WiFi is available. We had a lovely one night stay at Old Thatch Bambers Green. The unit was clean and very well equipped. It had everything you needed and more. Big thanks to our lovely hosts, Angela and Steve, who were very helpful and even went out their way to make sure that we are happy and satisfied.

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9.4
Superb
413 reviews
Price from
US$134
per night

All units are fitted with a flat-screen TV with streaming services, fridge, a coffee machine, a shower, a hair dryer and a desk. Each unit is fitted with a kettle and a private bathroom with free toiletries, while some rooms are fitted with a fully equipped kitchenette fitted with a microwave. At the homestay, units are equipped with bed linen and towels. Isabel was the perfect hostess We had a wonderful stay. Had a lovely room we everything we needed. Ideal for any local events or parties in our case. I would not hesitate to recommend Ross House to anyone. Will will certainly be coming back. Thanks again Isabel, it was wonderful

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9.3
Superb
222 reviews
Price from
US$114
per night

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 set 15 km from Alresford, 27 km from Colchester Castle and 28 km from Flatford. The guest house has family rooms. The rooms and food were amazing

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9.6
Exceptional
272 reviews
Price from
US$59
per night

Housed in a historic building, Woodview B Colchester features accommodation with water sports facilities and free WiFi in Birch, 26 km from Freeport Braintree. Built in 17th century, this 4-star guest house is within 31 km of Hedingham Castle and 34 km of Chelmsford Train Station. Hylands Park is 45 km from the guest house. Very nice and quiet location, clean tidy

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9.1
Superb
108 reviews
Price from
US$72
per night

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. The building the location the price

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9.5
Exceptional
661 reviews
Price from
US$105
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
631 reviews
Price from
US$146
per night

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. Its always clean and staff always polite and very helpful

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9
Superb
369 reviews
Price from
US$72
per night

The Chudleigh is located close to Clacton-on-Sea's pier, seafront and shopping centre.

Established by the current family in 1963, The Chudleigh is a popular Clacton on Sea guest house, with unique architecture. Free WiFi and free parking are offered. The breakfast was delicious, our host(s) was very friendly and helpful, our dog was very welcome.

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9.6
Exceptional
577 reviews
Price from
US$85
per night

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