The Cottage Guest House
71 Birchanger Lane, Birchanger CM23 5QA England
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We do our very best to ensure that everyone is comfortably accommodated and made most welcome. The Cottage is to be found in the village of Birchanger which lies between a large ancient wood and the farmland of the peaceful Stort Valley. It is a quiet village despite its proximity to Stansted Airport, M11 and Bishop's Stortford. A friendly bed and breakfast guest house with 14 bedrooms ranging from single, double and twin en-suite and only a short journey time of 10 minutes makes it ideal Stansted Airport accommodation.
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Bar / lounge
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Non-smoking hotel
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Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
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Charming
Languages Spoken
English, Japanese
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71 Birchanger Lane, Birchanger CM23 5QA England
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What can I say except you definitely won't be disappointed if you stay here! I couldn't find anything to fault. The guest house is very clean & breakfast is 1st class. I was in room 10 at the very top & can say it was well looked after. Towels were soft & plenty of hot water. The bed was very comfortable too. The hosts were friendly & couldn't do enough for you. I used Associated Taxis during my 3 night stay & they were either early or on time & even have their own app so you don't have to ring them if you don't want to. Perfect location for those visiting Arthur Findlay College. There is a nice pub 15 mins walk from the Guest house called Three Willows.
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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Needed overnight accommodation while dropping student at London university over the Queens funeral weekend. London hotels jacked price up on a daily basis, week prior to date we needed. Found this gem 40 minutes from Stratford. Pre-planned to arrive late. Lovely cottage and warm welcome. Room was perfect. Nice comfortable bed. Very quiet. Full English Breakfast was cooked to perfection. Highly recommend.
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Date of stay: September 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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This is an absolute find. This cottage has history oozing from its walls. You step through the door and turn left and step into the past. A beautiful oak panelled 'lounge'. We walked through the maze of corridors and up the our spacious dual aspect room - gorgeous. The garden needs to be explored.....along the back of the verdant garden you'll meet the 'ladies' whose eggs grace your Full English breakfast plate. The gothic windows are obvious clues to the back story of this former rectory. Perfectly located to visit London or local places of interest or the perfect stop over when flying out of the nearby Stansted airport. No need to stay in a soulless 'box' when you can enhance your time away by enjoying the home comforts offered by The Cottage. Wonderful place, we'll definitely return.…
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Date of stay: June 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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Perfect! Working in hospitality myself, I was impressed by how clean everything was. Very well kept, room and general areas, garden is perfect and is so so quiet during the night. Stayed 1 one but wish i could have stayed more. Lovely property and lovely lady on check in. Will definitely go back!
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Date of stay: September 2021Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Clean rooms, friendly people , quiet surroundings, a good shower, and a great breakfast. Would I stay again? I definitely will be back when on business in the local area. The local pub is about a 15 minute walk. But it’s a pleasant walk.
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Date of stay: June 2021Trip type: Travelled on business
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I had one week of amazing stay.Room was lovely,spotless and charming.The hosts were wonderful.If one wants to experience british hospitality and great charm visit The Cottage. Looking forward to my next visit!
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Date of stay: September 2020Trip type: Travelled with family
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This was a wonderful experience, I would certainly recommend this as a place to visit, charming, beautifully restored and one of the experiences you will talk about in the coming years. Very impressed and would like to visit again.
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Date of stay: July 2019
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Was a very good and hassle free stay - albeit only for one good night's sleep and a really good breakfast. It does what it says on the label - and does it exceptionally well. Full marks to owners and staff (though I suspect they are the same people)
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Date of stay: September 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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OnTheRoadAgain2240 wrote a review Jul 2019
Grass Valley, California1456 contributions137 helpful votes
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Looked around Stanstead for a reasonabke place to use for our departures and arrivals. The reviews for The Cottage stood out. Arrivals happen after 1630 and you ring the bell as the front door is kept locked. If you book directly, a full breakfast is included. Booking through a service like Expedia just includes a Continental breakfast, though a full breakfast can be purchased. Our room was perfect with coffee for the early morning. Breakfast is served by 0700. The sitting room on the ground floor was wonderful as was the garden. A 15 minute walk brings you to the Three Willows pub for dinner. All very enjoyable.
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Date of stay: July 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Made to feel very welcome, excellent clean facilities with large well equipped rooms and one of the best breakfasts of any hotel we have stayed in. Will stay here again if the need arises. Other B&B's should aim to be like this.
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Date of stay: July 2019Trip type: Travelled with family
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PRICE RANGE
US$123 - US$145 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
United KingdomEnglandEssexBirchanger
NUMBER OF ROOMS
10
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Cottage Guest House
Which popular attractions are close to The Cottage Guest House?
Nearby attractions include Bishop's Stortford Escape Rooms (0.9 miles), Mountfitchet Castle (1.3 miles), and Hatfield Forest Nature Reserve (3.0 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at The Cottage Guest House?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a lounge, and free parking.
What food & drink options are available at The Cottage Guest House?
Guests can enjoy a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at The Cottage Guest House?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to The Cottage Guest House?
Conveniently located restaurants include Bottega Prosecco Bar, Brohmon, and The Rose and Crown.
Is The Cottage Guest House located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.2 miles away from the centre of Birchanger.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at The Cottage Guest House?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Japanese.
Are there any historical sites close to The Cottage Guest House?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Mountfitchet Castle (1.3 miles) and Waytemore Castle (1.4 miles).