This former Georgian coaching inn located in the picturesque village of Great Chesterford, just off the M11 motorway, features a garden and free parking. The comfortable rooms at The Crown House Hotel feature seating areas with flat screen TVs with free view and work desks. They also include hairdryers and tea/coffee-making facilities. Free WiFi is available to all guests. A cooked full English breakfast is available at the property. The Crown House is 2 miles from the market town of Saffron Walden. Great Chesterford Train Station is 656 feet away and has direct links to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Buffet

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
or
1 king bed
1 twin bed
2 twin beds
and
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.0
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
8.2
Location
8.8
Free WiFi
7.8
High score for Great Chesterford
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  • Navid
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location was great, very lovely peaceful place to stay and relax. The staff were friendly and helpful.
  • Steff
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff were extremely accommodating and very friendly. Nothing was too much trouble. The breakfast was delicious.
  • Lesley
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff were excellent The room was fabulous and clean Very comfortable

Host Info

Company review score: 9.3Based on 598 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

The AA 4* rated Crown House Inn has a history of hospitality going back to King Charles II, rumored to have left his wife at Audley End, stopped off here to meet his friends before continuing on to Newmarket races. Easily accessible by both road and rail, situated in the village of Great Chesterford. We are close to the university city of Cambridge, National Trust properties of Ickworth, Anglesey Abbey, Wimpole Estate. Audley End, with its grounds, house tours and seasonal concerts and events is 3 miles away. We are also close to the medieval market town of Saffron Walden, with its street markets, historical walks, independent shops, mazes and restaurants. A small independently owned Inn, we are consistently highly reviewed for our friendly, helpful customer relationships. We are very proud of this grade II listed building with its history of famous guests, of secret tunnels and priest holes. The Crown House is perfect for getaways/corporate events. We love to share this historic building with our guests. Our breakfasts are also highly rated on review sites, we do not serve evening meals. Allergies catered for. Advance notice is appreciated.

Property info

-Historic building -Large Landscaped Gardens -Perfect for functions -Ground floor rooms -Wakes -Conferences -Weddings -Baby Showers -Parties -The Crown House is an excellent choice for travellers, a tranquil comfortable retreat. Well served by excellent travel links by road and rail. Popular with walkers, on The Icknield Way in a delightful Essex village. The Crown House is a non corporate, romantic hotel offering ensuite rooms, each with a flat screen TV . It easy to stay connected during your stay as free WIFI is offered to our guests. The hotel is nestled in beautiful grounds with comfortable outdoor furniture, in the gazebo or on the patio. Guests can enjoy sitting in the lounge, which is a popular choice among travellers visiting Great Chesterford. Room service is available,(chargeable) and you can order newspapers. For guests with a vehicle, we offer free on site parking. We do not serve evening meals. There are two pubs/restaurants in the village The Plough or The Crown and Thistle. We also have a delicatessen bakery serving snacks during the day, all a short walk away. We look forward to welcoming you to The Crown House!

Neighborhood info

This former Georgian coaching inn located in the picturesque village of Great Chesterford, just off the M11 motorway, features a garden and free parking. The comfortable rooms at The Crown House Hotel feature seating areas with flat screen TVs with free view and work desks. They also include hairdryers and tea/coffee-making facilities. Free WiFi is available to all guests. A cooked full English breakfast is available at the property. The Crown House is 2 miles from the market town of Saffron

Languages Spoken

English,Spanish

Area info

Amenities of The Crown House Inn
Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Room service
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Live music/Performance
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in some rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not possible).
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business center
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

3 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
£15 per child, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Mastercard Visa American Express Cash The Crown House Inn accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Driving Instructions: the Sat Nav may take you off the B1383, please do not turn off main road, please do not turn off this road. The Crown House Hotel is on the point where this road changes from The London Road to The Newmarket Road.

Please note that the restaurant in this property is now closed.

This property does not serve evening meals.

Please note that dogs can only be accommodated in the Superior Double or Twin Rooms and there are only 4 rooms that can accommodate dogs. Requests for dog-friendly rooms is subject to availability upon request.

Please inform The Crown House Inn 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.

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).

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.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

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.

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

FAQs about The Crown House Inn

  • Guests staying at The Crown House Inn can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.9).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Buffet
    • À la carte

  • Room options at The Crown House Inn include:

    • Twin
    • Double
    • Suite
    • Quad
    • Single

  • The Crown House Inn is 1,650 feet from the center of Great Chesterford. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at The Crown House Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, The Crown House Inn is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The Crown House Inn offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Walking tours
    • Live music/Performance

  • Check-in at The Crown House Inn is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.