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The Ferry Boat Inn

Property class: 3.5
Chelmsford B&B with restaurant and bar/lounge

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A great choice for a stay in Chelmsford, The Ferry Boat Inn features a marina. Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit The Ferry Boat Inn, which is open for lunch and dinner, and offers garden views. Other features include a bar/lounge and a garden. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by guests
Top-rated by travellers

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar

Main amenities (9)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Marina
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Reception fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Rowing/canoeing

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bath or shower
The current price is £166
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room

A neatly made bed with white linens, a bedside lamp, and a framed bird painting on the wall.

Standard Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

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The Ferry Boat Inn, Ferry Rd, North Fambridge, Chelmsford, England, CM3 6LR

What's nearby

  • Marsh Farm Country Park - 11 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Battlesbridge Antiques and Craft Centre - 19 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Warren Golf Club - 21 min drive - 17.8 km
  • St John the Baptist Monastery - 22 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Hanningfield Reservoir - 24 min drive - 24.0 km

Getting around

  • London (SEN-Southend) - 44 min drive
  • London (STN-Stansted) - 68 min drive
  • London (LCY-London City) - 72 min drive
  • Althorne Station - 7 min drive
  • Chelmsford South Woodham Ferrers Station - 8 min drive
  • Chelmsford North Fambridge Station - 15 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Victory Inn - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪The White Hart - ‬20 min drive
  • Jacko's of Rochford
  • Potash Garden Centre Tea Rooms
  • Yong's

About this property

The Ferry Boat Inn

  • A great choice for a stay in Chelmsford, The Ferry Boat Inn features a marina. Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit The Ferry Boat Inn, which is open for lunch and dinner, and offers garden views. Other features include a bar/lounge and a garden. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 6 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from noon - 10:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets stay for free (dogs only)
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 8:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Travelling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Canoeing
  • Sailing
  • Motor boating
  • Jet-skiing nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Water sports equipment

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Fireplace at reception
  • Marina
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Espresso maker

What to enjoy

  • Garden
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free WiFi
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Dining

The Ferry Boat Inn – Overlooking the garden, this family restaurant serves lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

The Ferry Boat Inn Chelmsford
The Ferry Boat Inn Bed & breakfast
The Ferry Boat Inn Bed & breakfast Chelmsford

Frequently asked questions

Does The Ferry Boat Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Ferry Boat Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Ferry Boat Inn?

Yes, dogs stay free. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at The Ferry Boat Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking. Electric car charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Ferry Boat Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Is there an on-site casino at The Ferry Boat Inn?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a casino, but Rendezvous Southend Casino (27-min drive) and Genting Casino (27-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at The Ferry Boat Inn and nearby?

Have fun with on-site activities such as rowing and sail boating. Enjoy amenities such as a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Ferry Boat Inn?

Yes, The Ferry Boat Inn offers garden views.

Does The Ferry Boat Inn have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a garden.

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Reviews

The Ferry Boat Inn Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The restaurant served delicious meals, with generous portions and a wide variety of options, and the staff were very friendly and efficient. (17 reviews)
  • Breakfast options were generous, delicious, and hot, with a wide variety of choices. (13 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Well designed and maintained property, combining old and new, with relaxed vibe. It is in an atmospheric location in riverside marshes. The food and staff were great. Very dog friendly.
Michelle, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was beautiful so cosy spotlessly clean bathroom amazing bed very comfortable room was bright and airy location beautiful idlic views and last but not least staff were very friendly always smiling and so polite
Carol, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent staff, comfortable accommodation
Gavin, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We spent five nights staying at the property with our dog. We had a great time! The staff were great, food was excellent and it was a nice location for local walks. We also charged our car using the EV charger on site, which was great. Great value overall!
Sean, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

My best friend and I stayed for one night for her 60th birthday. We arrived around 3.15pm and had a lovely walk around the local area followed by drinks before a delicious meal in the restaurant. The staff were excellent and really made our stay. Nothing was too much trouble and were so welcoming and positive with their attitude and energy. Thank you!
Keeley, 1-night trip
Verified review

8/10 Very good

The stay was very nice. Away from the pub/restaurant which means its very quiet. The free breakfast was very nice, huge choice. Room was very simple but comfortable.
Joseph, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The Ferry Boat is a lovely place to stay (the rooms were spacious, spotless and marvellously comfortable) with a welcoming bar and restaurant - we thoroughly enjoyed our stop over and would highly recommend it
Tim, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was a lovely location
Stuart, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wow, sadly, 5 stars is all that the ranking system allows you to comment. The Bar, Restaurant, Rooms, Spotless. The Team where amazing, couldn't fault them.
Alistair, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Our stay at The Ferry Boat Inn was lovely. The food and accommodation were excellent and the staff couldn’t have been more helpful and friendly. Would highly recommend.
Lee, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly welcome. Quick check in. Clean warm room, fantastic food and great breakfast options.
Nigel, 1-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice place to stay.

Very nice place to stay. Just a short overnight stay, with alovely breakfast in the morning. Spacious bar and restaurant, with lovely outdoor seating area and garden. Room was modern, clean and comfortable. Staff were all very helpful and friendly. Would definitely stay again.
RF, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable and clean. Plenty of seating outside as the weather was very good. Room quiet. Good breakfast
Paul, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service and stay. Staff made us feel so welcome
Alan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Definitely recommend

Great chalet . Very comfortable , would recommend 100% Will definitely use again
m, 1-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice view in countryside
Hiroko, 1-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

This 500 year old pub is an absolute delight. Perfectly adapted to modern needs. I can’t remember a hotel stay where the staff were friendlier or more helpful. The accommodation, in the modernised stable block, is perfect for a comfortable stay, and both our evening meal and breakfast were of the highest quality. Strongly recommended.
Tony, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place. Lovely people

A lovely pub in a lovely setting. Room spotlessly clean and very well maintained. Meals all well cooked and tasty. Staff all really helpful and seem to love their job couldn’t do enough.
Janis, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great Place at the end of the road

Staff were fantastic could not do enough for you, food was very good, only slight issue the window in the bedroom door needs a curtain to stop the security light coming in to the room at night.
1-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Will visit again

Cleanliness very good. Good size room. Dog friendly. Staff friendly and efficient. Good size breakfast and plenty of choice. Good variety of evening meals available too. Quiet location with plenty of walks around.
Linda, 3-night trip
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Clean and modern
Ronen, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great for quiet get away

Great location and room was excellent and very comfortable BUT no staff on site until 8.30am so struggled to get early check out Breakfast doesn’t start until 8.30 This was probably shown somewhere but I wasn’t aware
P, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A real gem

A real gem. Superb setting and a welcoming sight. The Inn, staff, service and accommodation were excellent. Chose the Inn as we were visiting family locally. Obviously a great deal of time and money spent on developing such a lovely property. I cannot recommend it more highly. We will definitely be returning in the future.
Nigel, 1-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Little corner of heaven

What a little gem. From the moment we booked in everyone was so kind and helpful. Our room was The Kestrel. The room was large, very clean, warm had a decent sized smart tv. A lovely bath room with under floor heating a double sized walk in shower, with toiletries and soft towels. We had our evening meal and breakfast there and both meals were delicious and hot. We can’t wait to go back
Nigel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent find, tucked away

Warm welcome, arriving just a few minutes before the kitchen closed was no problem and a lovely meal was promptly served. Location is very quiet so a good nights sleep. Room looked very new and was well appointed. Good quality monsoon shower over bath. EXCELLENT breakfast - when does thick slice bacon become gammon?? This must have been borderline, it was superb!
Boyd, 1-night trip