The Harvard Inn - Stock
51.663682, 0.442118Overview
4-star historic countryside hotel with original Tudor character in Stock, Essex
Historic Building and Accommodations
The Harvard Inn Stock is a 4-star accommodation housed in a 16th-century building with original Tudor character and rustic furnishings. Guest rooms include unique garden rooms and duplex suites, each with en-suite bathrooms and tea and coffee making facilities. All rooms feature flat-screen TVs, electric kettles, and wardrobes, with some offering accessible bathrooms with emergency cords and grab rails.
Dining Experience
The hotel's family-friendly restaurant serves British cuisine with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options for both dinner and breakfast. A free cooked-to-order breakfast is included, offering full English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free selections. Guests can also request a customizable dining experience with the chefs available to design bespoke menus for special occasions.
Amenities and Services
The Harvard Inn provides free private parking for all guests, with accessible parking spaces available. The property includes facilities for disabled guests, with wheelchair-accessible rooms and bathrooms that have raised toilets and grab rails. Additional amenities include a garden with outdoor furniture, a coffee house on site, and meeting/banquet facilities for up to 50 guests.
Location and Nearby Attractions
Harvard Inn is located 2 km from Crondon Park Golf & Country Club and 25 km from London Southend Airport. Guests can visit Hylands Park, Chelmsford Cathedral, and the Festival Leisure Park within a short drive. The hotel is also close to Billericay and Chelmsford train stations, providing direct connections to central London.
Family and Community Events
The Harvard Inn Essex participates in local community events such as Valentine's and Mothering Sunday celebrations. Family-friendly rooms include deluxe family rooms with sofa beds and board games/puzzles available for children. The hotel also offers kids' meals and special diet menus upon request, making it suitable for families with dietary requirements.
- Accommodation: 16th-century Tudor rooms, garden rooms & duplex suites
- Dining: Restaurant with seasonal menu & free cooked-to-order breakfast
- Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible rooms & bathrooms with grab rails
- Parking: Free private on-site parking for all guests
- Location: 2 km from Crondon Park Golf & Country Club, 25 km from Southend Airport
- Events: Customizable menus for weddings & community celebrations
Rooms and availability
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:2 Single beds
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:2 Single beds
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
Facilities
Main facilities
24-hour security
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Coffee shop
Flat-screen TV
Electric kettle
Express check-in/ -out
Sports & Fitness
- Golf course
Services
- Housekeeping
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Cots
- Board games
- Children's menu
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
Room features
- Heating
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about The Harvard Inn
| 💵 Lowest room price | 162 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 100 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 27.5 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | London Southend, SEN |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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