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 240 total

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15 Jun - 16 Jun

"Ideal place to explore Cambridge. And next to a great pub."

SAR 365 total

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15 Jun - 16 Jun

Twin Room (Extra Large) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

"The property was in a good location with plenty restaurants around and the bonus of onsite parking. "

SAR 485 total

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11 Jun - 12 Jun

Family Suite, Ensuite (MCG Suite Room 5)

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

SAR 406 total

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6 Jul - 7 Jul

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

Comfort Quadruple Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

"Didn't like having to pay a damage deposit sprung on me, after I had booked and paid. Place was cheap so wasn't expecting too much....that is what I got. Mattresses were awful and downstairs communal toilet was disgusting. Good kitchen and cooking facilities."

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

SAR 278 total

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18 Jun - 19 Jun

"Great to have parking, easy walk into town and the Cathedral , great breakfast and a great stay, certainly be back, Thank you :)"

SAR 776 total

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10 Jun - 11 Jun

Suite, Ensuite (Toppesfield) | 1 bedroom

"Excellent hotel been times"

SAR 493 total

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12 Jun - 13 Jun

Comfort Studio | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

"Clean and very central to lots of local places"

SAR 497 total

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12 Jun - 13 Jun

"Quick but good visit!"

"Its a very simple and friendly place to stay."

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

SAR 350 total

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15 Jun - 16 Jun

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

"Friendly host, nice room with a decent en-suite, good basic breakfast (bread, yoghurt, cereal), easy parking."

SAR 433 total

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13 Jun - 14 Jun

Triple Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

"We had a wonderful stay with Guido and Maria —comfortable room, delicious breakfast, fantastic hosts!"

SAR 893 total

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11 Jun - 12 Jun

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!"

Comfort Double Room, Shared Bathroom (Double Room)

"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 245 total

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16 Jun - 17 Jun

"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 548 total

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12 Jun - 13 Jun

SAR 604 total

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10 Jun - 11 Jun

"Wasn't informed we would be sharing with another family. Room was cute, but if you weren't careful you would hit your head. your"

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The Fellows House Cambridge, Curio Collection by Hilton

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"A fantastic spacious room with a very modern bathroom and really comfortable beds . Kitchen was very well equipped and toiletries in the bathroom were lovely "

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