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About this property

Historic Setting: Old Thatch Bambers Green in Takeley offers a 4-star guest house experience within a historic building. Guests enjoy garden views and a sun terrace, complemented by free WiFi throughout the property. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms with walk-in showers, tea and coffee makers, and garden views. Additional amenities include a work desk, soundproofing, and parquet floors, ensuring a relaxing and comfortable stay. Convenient Services: The guest house provides a paid airport shuttle service, housekeeping, full-day security, breakfast in the room, express check-in and check-out, and luggage storage. Guests appreciate the connectivity to London Stansted Airport, 1.2 mi away. Local Attractions: Nearby attractions include Stansted Mountfitchet Station (5.6 mi), Audley End House (12 mi), and Hedingham Castle (22 mi). Hiking enthusiasts can explore the surrounding countryside.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)


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1 queen bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Perry
    United States United States
    We loved everything! The owners live on the property and were incredibly helpful and attentive to our needs. The food was also amazing! The cleanliness was excellent. The charm of the historic accommodations was also wonderful. The airport and...
  • Ricci
    United States United States
    So helpful and accommodating. I came in past check out. Snd had to leave earlier than their normal shuttle. They made it work.
  • Sharon
    Ireland Ireland
    We really enjoyed our stay at the old thatch it had everything we needed for our stay thank you 🙏
  • Danijel
    Croatia Croatia
    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...
  • Paul
    United States United States
    A wonderful old cottage a short drive from Stanstead airport.
  • Frances
    Australia Australia
    Very comfortable and in a great location. Close to Stansted but removed enough so you could hear the birds sing
  • Jack
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Perfect location for Stansted airport Very quiet, nice place to go for a peaceful walk
  • Susan
    United States United States
    The Inn was aout 5 minutes to the airport, taking their "secret" and scenic back way. Check-in was a wonderful and personal, as the owner just happened by at the right time. The room was big, with a sitting area, a small table and stools, and a...
  • Salah
    Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia
    Clean, quiet, very welcoming staff, and the yard. The eggs in the breakfast from hens inside the property Also they give me free ride to the small city Bishop’s Stortford and to the airport
  • Tom
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Clean, very helpful staff, great value, far superior to an airport Travelodge

Host Info

9.5
Host Review Score
Stunning 17th Century Thatched Listed Building. Lots of Historic Charm and Picture Box beauty. Each room has its own style and all are very lovely. Grouse Studio Ensuite - Historical & sympathetically restored, 1 x super king bed with en'suite facilities, large flat screen tv, hairdryers & fans. All rooms have a fridge GROUSE studio also has a microwave. Please clean all spillages after use. Toiletries, Teas, Coffee, biscuits & bottled water are all included free of charge. Airport shuttles arranged - please enquire at booking. No children under 15 in any rooms.
We are very proud owners of Old Thatch Bambers Green. We love hosting and strive to provide the very best facilities - we welcome all guests and are confident that every guest will really enjoy their stay here.
Old Thatch Bambers Green is a 17th Century Thatched Listed Country House. It is set in the small Beautiful Hamlet of Bambers Green and just 1.5 miles away from the airport but with NO airport related noise. The house itself is Chocolate Box pretty and overlooks farm land to the back. There are plenty of lovely seating areas around the property and there is also a popular walking track. Many local Country pubs/restaurants and clubs/cinema & restaurants are all a short drive away.
Languages spoken: Bulgarian,English

Area info

House rules

Old Thatch Bambers Green takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 11:30 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of £50 is required on arrival. That's about $66. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 15 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this reservation.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Old Thatch Bambers Green of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

As a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has temporarily suspended its shuttle services.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

A damage deposit of £50 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.