Gosfield Hall is a magnificent building with noble connections, home to many kings and queens in the past. Overlooking a tranquil lake, the historical mansion is set among 10 acres of parkland in the heart of picturesque rural Essex. A seamless combination of Elizabethan charm and Georgian elegance, the grand interior of the house is home to the Queen’s Gallery, Grand Salon, Marquis of Buckingham’s former Ballroom and Library along with a number of stately bedrooms.

Externally, Gosfield Hall is equally as impressive. The property has retained many of his historical period features including its leaded windows, chimneys and clock and weathervane.

After being exiled from France King Louis XVIII of France and Navarre, and his Queen Mary-Josephe-Louise of Savoy took refuge in England. Lord Buckingham had long been in sympathy of Royalsit France, and in 1807 offered to loan them Gosfield Hall. They gratefully accepted this offer and along with a huge entourage of courtiers and staff they stayed there for the next couple of years. Over this time the Hall become a home of lavish French hospitality, with many social gatherings including such distinguished guests as the Prince Regent. According to French tradition on Sunday's the villagers were allowed into the kitchen to see the dinner set out for the King, and on occasions were allowed into The Grand Salon to watch him dine. King Louis and his Queen moved out of the Hall in 1809.

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"Great for overnight for Stansted airport. Easy parking, pubs close by. Ten minute drive to airport"

SAR 264 total

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30 Jun - 1 Jul

"Nice, clean and convenient property to stay near the airport"

Family Suite, Ensuite (MCG Suite Room 5) | 1 bedroom

"Great stop over for Stanstead only 20mins away. Friendly staff, comfortable, clean rooms and excellent food"

SAR 407 total

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6 Jul - 7 Jul

Suite, Ensuite (Toppesfield) | 1 bedroom

"Excellent hotel been times"

SAR 495 total

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19 Jun - 20 Jun

"Quaint old building, nice people, accommodated us in a family sized room, couldn’t ask for more!"

SAR 289 total

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18 Jun - 19 Jun

"Lovely room. Very clean and everything you need. We had breakfast the following morning which was very tasty "

SAR 351 total

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22 Jun - 23 Jun

"Quick but good visit!"

Family Triple Room | Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels, soap, toilet paper

"Nice room with large ensuite. Only stayed 1 night but room was quiet and very comfortable. 20 mins walk to main centre. Only bad thing was roadworks and diversions everywhere but not property's fault!"

"Lovely character BnB in stylish property. Chosen for location of a famiky gathering but V near Stanstead too. Lovely and helpful host and great freshly cooked breakfast. "

SAR 601 total

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19 Jun - 20 Jun

Comfort Double Room, Shared Bathroom (Double Room) | 1 bedroom

"I booked a guest room but after arriving at the property an hour and a half later, the contact number I was given is turned off, and there is no one around. I’m stranded on the road at midnight."

SAR 243 total

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19 Jun - 20 Jun

SAR 535 total

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15 Jul - 16 Jul

"Host was nowhere to be found. No communication"

SAR 332 total

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16 Jul - 17 Jul

"This worked out great for our family. We spent most of our time in nearby Bishop’s Stortford with family. For rest, morning coffee and winding down in the evening, this place was perfect. It was clean and quiet, the mornings and evenings were cool and calm, very relaxing. The place is a bit remote, but that was easily remedied by the superior taxi service we experienced during our stay. We would strongly consider staying again on future visits and feel comfortable passing along this...

SAR 840 total

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24 Jun - 25 Jun

"Excellent five star facilities in the room, very friendly staff excellent breakfast with home made Granola, just highly recommended.😀"

"I really enjoyed my stay at this property. It definitely caters to a certain type of person...one who likes super modern decor and a "diner" feel. Honestly, it had everything one could ask for and at a very good price. The owner is really attentive and he has quite a car collection...for those who like old time Morgan Stanleys! "

"I really enjoyed my stay: friendly helpful staff, comfortable quiet room and excellent food."

"Friendly, clean and quiet. Breakfast was very nice too 😊"

"We spent a wonderful night here, everything was perfect from the warm welcome to the well appointed room and of course the swimming pool. Thank you we’ll ensure we recommend the Dunmow Guest House. "