Located in the village of Peldon, close to historic Colchester, Mersea Island and the North Essex Coast, Ransomes Bed and Breakfast was a traditional farm house built in the 17th Century and boasts timber beamed ceilings. The house has been sympathetically extended and the large kitchen houses an Aga for wonderful breakfasts!
Our breakfast consists of all locally sourced produce prepared by Andrew on his Aga; please let us know if you have any special dietary requirements before your visit. Our Full English breakfast includes field mushrooms, local pork sausages, tomatoes, Aga-fried bread and eggs; vegetarian option is available if requested.
Our breakfast consists of all locally sourced produce prepared by Andrew on his Aga; please let us know if you have any special dietary requirements before your visit. Our Full English breakfast includes field mushrooms, local pork sausages, tomatoes, Aga-fried bread and eggs; vegetarian option is available if requested.
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With an extremely comfortable bed guaranteed to give you a peaceful night's sleep, this tastefully decorated room has all modern comforts, set in traditional surroundings. Based in a completely private wing of the house, the Blue Room offers peace and privacy.
Located in the village of Peldon, close to historic Colchester, Mersea Island and the North Essex Coast, Ransomes Bed and Breakfast was a traditional farm house built in the 17th Century and boasts timber beamed ceilings.The house has been sympathetically extended and the large kitchen houses an Aga for wonderful breakfasts!
Located in the village of Peldon, close to historic Colchester, Mersea Island and the North Essex Coast, Ransomes Bed and Breakfast was a traditional farm house built in the 17th Century and boasts timber beamed ceilings.The house has been sympathetically extended and the large kitchen houses an Aga for wonderful breakfasts!
Our Annexe is perfect for couples or families, with room for up to five people, offering a home from home in the North Essex countryside. As well as a double bedroom, there is also a twin bedroom plus a sofa bed in the lounge area suitable for one person. The large lounge area offers a comfortable living and dining space, alongside a well equipped kitchen.
Our garden covers nearly 2 acres and is Nicky's pride and joy. She spends a great deal of her free time tending it and usually has a project on the go somewhere within it. Nicky is always thrilled to meet and chat with guests who share her passion for gardening, or indeed just to let people enjoy what she has created.
We look forward to welcoming you to Ransomes Bed and Breakfast in the pretty village of Peldon, between Mersea Island and Colchester. Blue Room - 85 per night for the room including breakfast - super king-sized bed with full bathroom (bath and separate shower) en suite, ground floor accommodation. The Annexe - 85 per room per night - double or twin room available.
If you are looking to get away for a few days, either for a mid-week break or a long relaxing weekend, this area of North Essex has a wealth of attractions for you to explore. As well as enjoying the view from our B&B, by day you can visit the nearby Essex Wildlife Trust nature reserves at Fingringhoe Wick and Abberton Reservoir - ideal for keen birdwatchers.
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Imii Allen
May 31, 2021
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Jonathan Rose
Jun 09, 2019
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Richard Gardner
May 30, 2018
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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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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
