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23 Years
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Your Home Away in Colchester | Ransomes Bed & Breakfast Bed and Breakfast
Ransomes Bed & Breakfast Bed and Breakfast is a family-run establishment housed in a 17th-century farmhouse, offering guests a unique blend of historical charm and modern comfort. Since 2003, Andrew and Nicky have welcomed visitors to their home, combining meticulous restoration with warm hospitality. Our property features individually designed accommodations, including the Blue Room with en-suite facilities and a self-contained annexe for extended stays. Guests enjoy a full English breakfast prepared on our Aga using locally sourced ingredients, including Tiptree jams and seasonal produce from our garden. The two-acre garden, a highlight of Ransomes Bed & Breakfast Bed and Breakfast, provides a tranquil setting with fruit trees, a pond, and wildlife attractions.Strategically located near Colchester, Mersea Island, and the North Essex Coast, we offer easy access to historic sites, nature reserves, and scenic walks. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our high-speed WiFi, single-level accessibility, and attention to detail in every room. With over two decades of experience in hospitality, we ensure every stay combines comfort, convenience, and a personal touch. Repeat guests appreciate the evolving garden features and the opportunity to experience rural Essex life. Whether visiting for business or leisure, our goal is to make Ransomes Bed & Breakfast Bed and Breakfast feel like a second home.
Services
Bed and Breakfast
Self-Catering Annexe
Garden Access
High-Speed WiFi
Local Attractions Guide
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer spacious, self-contained accommodation for up to 6 guests
- Our full English breakfast uses locally sourced produce
- Enjoy a peaceful garden with seasonal fruits and wildlife
- Close to Colchester, Mersea Island, and nature reserves
- High-speed WiFi in all rooms
What people say
Comfiest bed
Amazingly filling full English
Beautiful room
Fantastic breakfast
Wonderful welcome
Services
Bed and Breakfast
Our Bed and Breakfast offers a full English breakfast using locally sourced ingredients, including Tiptree jams and seasonal produce. Guests stay in a 17th-century farmhouse with timber beamed ceilings, located near Colchester and Mersea Island. The service combines historical charm with modern comforts for a memorable stay.
Self-Catering Annexe
The self-catering annexe accommodates up to six guests with two double bedrooms and a twin room. It features a fully equipped kitchen, lounge area, and private access. Ideal for families or extended stays, this option provides home comforts in a peaceful rural setting with garden access.
Garden Access
Guests enjoy unrestricted access to our two-acre garden, featuring fruit trees, a pond, and wildlife attractions. The garden provides a tranquil setting for relaxation, with seasonal produce available for visitors to enjoy during summer months.
Local Attractions Guide
We provide guidance to nearby attractions including Colchester's historic sites, Mersea Island, and Essex Wildlife Trust reserves. Our recommendations include scenic walks, birdwatching locations, and local cultural destinations for day trips.
High-Speed WiFi
Complimentary high-speed WiFi is available throughout the property, supporting both leisure and business needs. The service ensures reliable connectivity for guests requiring online access during their stay.
People
Andrew
Co-Owner
Andrew has co-owned Ransomes Bed & Breakfast Bed and Breakfast since 2001, overseeing breakfast preparation and property maintenance. He brings expertise in hospitality and a passion for preserving the historic farmhouse's character while ensuring modern comfort standards.
Nicky
Co-Owner
Nicky co-owns Ransomes Bed & Breakfast Bed and Breakfast, managing guest relations and maintaining the two-acre garden. With a background in hospitality, she ensures visitors experience the property's unique charm through attentive service and horticultural expertise.
Questions
What are your check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM. Please contact us if you expect to arrive outside these hours.
Can dietary requirements be accommodated?
Yes, we can cater to dietary needs if notified at booking time. Our full English breakfast includes vegetarian options.
Are pets allowed at Ransomes Bed & Breakfast Bed and Breakfast?
We do not accept pets in the main house or annexe, though assistance dogs are welcome with prior arrangement.
What nearby attractions are accessible from Ransomes Bed & Breakfast Bed and Breakfast?
We're near Colchester's historic sites, Mersea Island, Abberton Reservoir, and Layer Marney Tower. Birdwatching, scenic walks, and coastal activities are all within easy reach.
Is there parking available?
Yes, we provide free on-site parking for all guests, with space for multiple vehicles and easy access to accommodation.
Reviews (5)
Richard Gardner
May 30, 2018
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The annex was lovely and Andrew and Nicky made us feel very welcome. The full English breakfast was excellent and just what was needed after a heavy night! Thanks again, Sian and Richard
April Goddard
May 26, 2018
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Stayed at this bed and breakfast and thoroughly enjoyed every moment from the welcome to the beautiful room, comfortable bed and very attentive hosts. The breakfast was very good and I struggled to eat it all Andrew and Nicky made you feel more like family rather than guests ,will definitely return again for longer next time.
Nicholas Hurrell
Aug 01, 2017
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Just returned from a three night stay and me and my wife absolutely enjoyed it, breakfast was beautifully cooked by Andrew. Both Andrew and Nicky were great hosts.
James Barnett
Jul 26, 2017
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You just cannot get better!! It is unbelievably gorgeous - a home from home and Andrew and Nicky are exceptional hosts. I stayed with my kids and will be returning with my wife to be. If I don't rate somewhere, I post nothing but Ransomes is off the chart!! Don't book every weekend because I would like to go back soon!!!
Lionel Jones
May 08, 2017
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As a single visitor on business in Colchester for a few days, the Annexe perfectly provided a peaceful and spacious self-contained lodging in a charming rural spot with lovely views over the countryside. Breakfasts, consisting of a wide choice of cereals, juices and cooked English options, were expertly prepared and served in the adjacent house. Hosts Andrew and Nicky are very amiable and clearly pay great attention to detail to ensure that their guests are comfortable. There is a small but perfectly good kitchen area for basic self-catering or a choice of local restaurants within a short drive
