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Just metres from the river in Burnham-on-Crouch, The Oyster Smack Inn has an on-site bar, free Wi-Fi and free parking. It dates back to the 1800s, and is known for its fantastic food.

The restaurant’s chef has worked in Jamie Oliver’s first restaurant, as well as Gorden Ramsey’s 3 Michelin Starred establishment. The diverse menu features Asian influences and British classics, with food made from seasonal produce.

Rooms at The Oyster Smack Inn are individually designed, and each benefits from a flat-screen TV and an en suite bathroom with free toiletries. Tea and coffee making facilities with fresh milk are also provided.

The coast at Southend is just 25 miles away, and the centre of Chelmsford can be reached in 40 minutes’ drive. Historic Colchester can also be reached in less than an hour by car.

Located in Burnham-on-Crouch, Creeksea Place Barns is a 5-minute drive from Ramblers Stadium and 6 minutes from Mangapps Railway Museum. This spa hotel is 12.2 mi (19.7 km) from St. Peter-on-the-Wall and 12.4 mi (20 km) from Marsh Farm Country Park.

With a stay at The Ship Inn in Burnham-on-Crouch, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Mangapps Railway Museum and Ramblers Stadium. This inn is 11.5 mi (18.5 km) from St. Peter-on-the-Wall and 13.5 mi (21.7 km) from Marsh Farm Country Park.

When you stay at Le Bouchon Brasserie & Hotel in Maldon, you'll be on a river, within a 5-minute drive of Museum of Power and Mill Beach. This hotel is 3.5 mi (5.7 km) from Forrester Park Golf Club and 4 mi (6.5 km) from Warren Golf Club.

Located in Rochester, The Horseshoe and Castle is a 1-minute drive from Cooling Castle Barn and 10 minutes from Upnor Castle. This inn is 16 mi (25.7 km) from Bluewater Shopping Centre and 22.8 mi (36.8 km) from Lakeside Shopping Centre.

With a stay at Luxurious 2 Bedroom Apartment With Free Parking in Chelmsford, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Bond Street and Chelmsford Cathedral. This property is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Admirals Park LNR and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Admirals Park.

Located in Burnham on Crouch, within 32 km of Chelmsford Train Station and 36 km of Hylands Park, Creeksea Place Barns provides accommodation with a fitness centre and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is non-smoking and is set 39 km from Freeport Braintree.

At the hotel, every room is equipped with a wardrobe. All units in Creeksea Place Barns are equipped with a TV and free toiletries.

Adventure Island is 40 km from the accommodation, while Upminster is 47 km away. London Southend Airport is 38 km from the property.

Located in Maldon, Staycations Maldon Suites is within a 5-minute drive of Museum of Power and Warren Golf Club. This aparthotel is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Mill Beach and 3.1 mi (5 km) from St John the Baptist Monastery.

Located in Rochester, The Six Bells is a 3-minute drive from Cooling Castle Barn and 5 minutes from Cliffe Pools. This inn is 14.9 mi (23.9 km) from Bluewater Shopping Centre and 21.7 mi (35 km) from Lakeside Shopping Centre.

Situated in Maldon within 17 km of Chelmsford Train Station and 20 km of Freeport Braintree, Maldon Executive Apartments features rooms with free WiFi. The property is set 23 km from Hylands Park, 38 km from Hedingham Castle and 39 km from Adventure Island.

Each unit has a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a private bathroom with a bath or shower and a hair dryer. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also available, as well as a coffee machine. At the apartment complex, each unit is fitted with bed linen and towels.

Upminster is 45 km from the apartment, while Stansted Mountfitchet Station is 46 km from the property. London Southend Airport is 36 km away.

Situated in Maldon, 17 km from Chelmsford Train Station, The Swan Hotel Bar and Grill features accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. Located around 24 km from Hylands Park, the hotel with free WiFi is also 38 km away from Hedingham Castle. The property is non-smoking and is located 20 km from Freeport Braintree.

At the hotel, rooms come with a wardrobe. With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at The Swan Hotel Bar and Grill also boast a city view. The rooms in the accommodation are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer.

Adventure Island is 39 km from The Swan Hotel Bar and Grill, while Upminster is 45 km from the property. London Southend Airport is 36 km away.

With a stay at this apartment in Maldon, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Mill Beach and Museum of Power. This apartment is 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Forrester Park Golf Club and 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from St John the Baptist Monastery.

Decked with oak-beamed ceilings, Rothmans B&B is a grade II listed manor house situated in the urban village of Great Baddow. Still maintaining much of its original décor, it boasts a secluded walled garden and free on-site parking.

The elegant rooms at Rothmans B&B are each magnificently furnished with free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, a work desk, a radio and tea and coffee making facilities.

A full English breakfast using free-range ingredients is served within the friendly dining room. Alternatively, a continental breakfast offering cold meats, cheeses, yoghurt and breads is also available.

For entertainment, guests can make use of the billiards room, or explore further afield. The nearby cathedral town of Chelmsford and the Riverside Ice & Leisure Centre are 7 minutes’ drive away. Admirals Park is also an 8-minute car journey away.

Situated 22 km from Upminster, 30 km from Lakeside Shopping Centre and 32 km from Adventure Island, Cosy Cabin provides accommodation set in Stock. The air-conditioned accommodation is 13 km from Hylands Park, and guests can benefit from private parking available on site and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 17 km from Chelmsford Train Station.

The apartment is equipped with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fully equipped kitchenette, and a terrace with garden views. This apartment also offers a patio that doubles up as an outdoor dining area. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

Guests at the apartment can enjoy fishing nearby, or make the most of the garden.

Gants Hill is 33 km from Cosy Cabin, while Barking is 35 km away. London Southend Airport is 27 km from the property.

Located in Burnham-on-Crouch, this apartment is within a 5-minute drive of Mangapps Railway Museum and Ramblers Stadium. This apartment is 11.7 mi (18.8 km) from St. Peter-on-the-Wall and 13.7 mi (22 km) from Marsh Farm Country Park.

Situated in Mayland, 27 km from Chelmsford Train Station, Mayland Motel features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is around 33 km from Hylands Park, 34 km from Freeport Braintree and 38 km from Adventure Island. When staying at the apartment, guests can use private entrance.

The units in the apartment complex are fitted with a flat-screen TV. A fridge and kettle are also offered. All units at the apartment complex are fitted with a private bathroom and bed linen.

Upminster is 45 km from Mayland Motel. London Southend Airport is 36 km from the property.

With a stay at Chelmsford Serviced Apartments in Chelmsford, you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Bond Street and Chelmsford Cathedral. This luxury apartment is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Admirals Park LNR and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Admirals Park.

The Squirrels Strelley Barn, a property with a garden, is located in Woodham Mortimer, 19 km from Hylands Park, 24 km from Freeport Braintree, as well as 33 km from Adventure Island. The property is situated 41 km from Hedingham Castle, 41 km from Upminster and 45 km from Stansted Mountfitchet Station. The property is non-smoking and is set 13 km from Chelmsford Train Station.

The holiday home is composed of 1 bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom. Offering free private parking, this 3-star holiday home also features free WiFi. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

Lakeside Shopping Centre is 47 km from the holiday home. London Southend Airport is 29 km away.

Set in Burnham on Crouch and only 33 km from Chelmsford Train Station, Burnt Mill Cottage offers accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. It is located 37 km from Hylands Park and features full-day security. The bed and breakfast has family rooms.

At the bed and breakfast, units are fitted with a wardrobe, 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.

For visitors looking to embark on day trips to nearby landmarks, the bed and breakfast provides a selection of packed lunches.

Guests can relax in the garden at the property.

Freeport Braintree is 39 km from Burnt Mill Cottage, while Adventure Island is 41 km from the property. London Southend Airport is 38 km away.

Situated in Chelmsford, the recently renovated Sleek & Comfortable Chelmsford Apartment features accommodation less than 1 km from Chelmsford Train Station and 8.8 km from Hylands Park. Among the facilities at this property are full-day security and private check-in and check-out, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is set 24 km from Freeport Braintree.

The 1-bedroom apartment features a living room with a TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. Additional in-room amenities include wine or champagne.

A minimarket is available at the apartment.

A baby safety gate is also available for guests at the apartment.

Upminster is 31 km from Sleek & Comfortable Chelmsford Apartment, while Adventure Island is 34 km away. London Southend Airport is 29 km from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.