5 Bed and Breakfast Stays in Essex

Are you looking for somewhere to stay in Essex when visiting family this Christmas? Or maybe you’re planning a relaxing retreat in the new year – whatever your reasons for booking, there’s an array of wonderful B&Bs in Essex for you to choose from!

The Cricketers, Saffron Walden

If you’re looking for a cozy place to stay in the Essex countryside, The Cricketers is ideal for you. Steeped in history and renowned for its warm hospitality, this inn has recently unveiled its beautifully refurbished interiors. The bar and dining areas have been thoughtfully redesigned, preserving the building’s 16th-century charm. Exposed brickwork, timber beams, and copper accents blend seamlessly with contemporary furnishings, creating a cosy and stylish atmosphere. Their bedrooms offer a tranquil retreat, with floral and botanical motifs that evoke the beauty of the Essex countryside. The kitchen team is passionate about showcasing the best local produce, with an ever-changing menu that highlights seasonal ingredients, from succulent game to fresh seafood and locally sourced vegetables.

Tuffon Hall Farmhouse, Halstead

Escape to Tuffon Hall Farmhouse, a charming Essex farmhouse next to an award-winning vineyard, perfect for quality time with loved ones. The farmhouse sleeps up to 12 guests in six bedrooms (including a ground-floor double), with three bathrooms, a cloakroom, a country kitchen, a cosy sitting room with a log burner, a formal dining room with a feasting table, and an upstairs snug. The fully equipped kitchen features an electric AGA and gas hobs, while Sky TV, free WiFi, and a welcome hamper — including Tuffon Hall’s award-winning Classic Cuvée — add thoughtful touches. Enjoy outdoor fun with a firepit, private pond, egg collection, barbecues, tennis (pre-booking required), and local walks or bike rides. Indoors, relax with books, board games, and puzzles, or cozy up for a movie. Enhance your stay with a vineyard tour and wine tasting or indulge in Tuffon Hall’s wines and gins from the “not-so-mini bar.”

Kings Arms, Coggeshall

The Kings Arms, a family-run establishment, offers a warm and inviting atmosphere, serving traditional home-cooked meals and a selection of real ales. Unwind by the warming fireplace during the winter months or enjoy the beautiful garden in the summer! Their accommodation includes six deluxe rooms with stunning views of the Essex countryside and three standard en-suite rooms located above the pub. Conveniently situated near several popular wedding venues such as Layer Marney Tower, The Kings Arms is the perfect place to stay in Essex before or after a special occasion.

Talliston Bed & Breakfast, Great Dunmow

Once an ordinary house, Talliston has been transformed into a captivating labyrinth of thirteen distinct locations, each transporting you to a different time and place. Dubbed "Britain's Most Extraordinary Home" by The Times, this enchanting space serves as the inspiration for John Tarrow's fantasy novel, The Stranger's Guide to Talliston. Stay in one of three unique guest rooms at Talliston House & Gardens – The Haunted Bedroom, The Cabin, or The Room of Dreams! Beyond your chosen room, you'll have access to explore the entire house, including a Victorian living and dining room, a Japanese teahouse, a New Orleans kitchen, and a Boathouse bathroom.

Essex Stays at The Kings Head, Great Baddow

Recently awarded Essex's 'Best Boutique Stay' and available for exclusive hire, this venue is a firm favourite with families, friends, and corporate groups. Sleeping 14-22, it boasts a karaoke and disco room, private cocktail bar, spacious hosting area, outdoor hot tub, and dining igloo. Guests can choose to self-cater or enhance their stay with their local partnerships, offering private chef services, cocktail soirees, wine tastings, decor, and entertainment packages. For larger celebrations, the venue can accommodate up to 45 guests for a sit-down meal or 100+ for garden events.

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