The Barn Annexe - Situated in private, secluded grounds spread across 2 acres, The Barn Annexe is just 10 minutes drive from Stansted Airport and 2 miles from Bishop Stortford Train Station. All rooms are comfortable and spacious, with an en suite and power shower. The accommodation is well equipped with modern facilities, including a fridge, TV and DVD player. Toiletries and towels are provided. The Barn Annexe has good access to London, Cambridge, Bishop's Stortford and Harlow. Free transfers can be arranged to Stansted airport during fixed hours. An excellent village pub is nearby, serving lunch and dinner and there is a golf course a short drive away from the annexe.

Bull Hotel - Originally built in 1398, the Bull is best described as a high street pub with bedrooms; offering warmth, character and individuality, the lively pub is the social centre of this Essex town. Halstead is a quaint, but often busy, north Essex town, particularly at weekends. Situated in the heart of the town, at the bottom of the High Street, the building has been a coaching inn for over 500 years. The Bull boasts a warm comfortable ambience, relaxed dining, an extensive menu and an inviting bar with a fantastic range of beers, wines and spirits. A hearty full English breakfast is served every morning. With a vibrant and lively atmosphere, the pub offers regular live music nights and karaoke at the weekends until late into the evenings. All major sporting events are shown on the big-screen plasma TVs in the bars. Please note that bedrooms are affected by noise from the bars at weekends.

Pier View - In central Southend, with superb views of its pier and estuary, this 4-star (Silver Award), boutique, family-run Guest Accommodation is in a conservation area, next to the high street and a very short stroll from the beach. Within a charming Grade II Listed building, Pier View opened in March 2008 after an 8-month restoration of its original architecture. Pier View now offers Wi-Fi and LCD TVs in all bedrooms, with traditional Georgian fireplaces and beautiful ceiling cornices. In a central Southend location, Pier View is 5 minutes' walk from the Central Train Station (direct links to London) and the Central Bus Station, 10 minutes from Victoria Train Station. The A127 and M25 are also easily accessible.

Taphall Bed And Breakfast - Just 2 miles (3.2 km) from London Stansted Airport terminal, Taphall is a charming 300-year-old detached cottage with a wealth of period features, including exposed timbers and large open fireplaces. Taphall Bed and Breakfast has a peaceful and yet convenient location. The building is just a 5-minute drive from the airport, but is not on the flight path. The house is situated opposite the tranquil natural beauty of Hatfield Forest, which is owned by the National Trust. The market towns of Great Dunmow and Bishop's Stortford are just 4 miles (6.5 km) away. Both London and Cambridge are only 30 minutes by train from the airports railway station. Free transfers to the airport are available from 06:00. On-site parking is available for guests and long-term holiday parking is available by prior arrangement. Breakfast is included in the price and Taphall provides a variety of breakfast options, which are determined by your departure time.

The Cottage Guest House - The Cottage Guest house is a 17th-century building in a quiet village 4 miles (6.4 km) from Stansted Airport, close to the M11 and 2 miles (3.2 km) from Bishop Stortford. The Grade II listed building has free Wi-Fi internet and reception rooms with a log-burning stove. Off-site parking is available. An award-winning pub is a 10-minute walk away from Cottage Guest House, while Cambridge and London are about 25 miles (40.2 km) away.

The Yew Tree Inn - This charming inn originally dates back to 1457 and is situated in the heart of the village of Manuden, approximately 3 miles from Stansted Airport. The inn has 14 individually decorated and appointed rooms, each with their own character and charm. There are 11 en suite rooms, 3 of which are situated in the inn itself, 4 run alongside the building and 4 that are housed in their own block within the grounds. There is a large and welcoming bar, full of attractive period features, as well as a restaurant with an award-winning chef. The chef and his team will cater for all your dining requirements and the restaurant offers everything from light lunches to ? la carte evening meals. There is ample on-site parking, with airport parking available at an additional cost, and the inn also offers a transfer service to and from the airport.

The Langtry Hotel - This cosy hotel has a lounge, a bar, and is ideally situated just a few metres from Clacton's popular beachfront. The Langtry Hotel features a tastefully decorated lounge with leather seating and marble tables that offer a quiet space for relaxation. There is also a well-stocked bar that has a friendly atmosphere and moderate prices. All of the bedrooms are centrally heated and feature an en suite shower and modern facilities. The Langtry has a lift to all floors, so there is no need to take the stairs.

The Swan Hotel - After a ?300,000 refurbishment, this traditional old coaching inn has a new look and new facilities, including free Wi-Fi, free parking, a new bar, renovated rooms and a brand new restaurant. With a real open fireplace at its heart, the Swan Hotel's large bar offers fine wines and an excellent selection of beers and traditional real ales. The interesting and varied menu features traditional home-cooked English food, combined with a wider range of meals, with something to suit everyone. The specials board changes on a regular basis. All of the hotel's 21 comfortable en suite rooms are well furnished. Dating back to before the Doomsday Book, Thaxted itself is a small, charming town with a rich history. This can be explored by visiting the town's impressive 13th century church, the 15th century guildhall and John Webb's windmill, which houses a museum of rural life. Stansted Airport is only a 15-minute drive away.

George Green Farm - A short drive from Stansted Airport, The hotel offers airport and station transfers from 04:00 until 10:00 and from 16:00 until 22:00.this friendly bed and breakfast accommodation is situated in a 300 year old listed Georgian farmhouse, offering traditional hospitality and personal attention. George Green farm is ideally situated on the doorstep of Stansted, just a few miles away from the airport. It is adjacent to The George; a pleasant old pub where you can enjoy excellent home cooked food and good beer. This small and friendly family-run B&B offers you the perfect combination of comfort and value. Its convenient location makes it an ideal base for Stansted Airport and the many local attractions nearby. There is also easy access to a mainline railway station, enabling you to easily connect with London Liverpool Street and Cambridge train stations.

Latchmead Bed and Breakfast - In the heart of the Essex countryside and 7 miles from Stansted Airport, this B&B offers beautiful views and excellent accommodation. The Latchmead offers free shuttles to the airport between 04:15 and 09:00, and early-starter breakfasts for guests leaving before 07:30. Built in the 1930s, Latchmead offers excellent overnight accommodation for guests. All rooms are recently refurbished, spacious and welcoming, featuring a TV and DVD player, a fridge, hairdryer and tea and coffee making facilities.