Chelmsford Road, Ongar, CM5 9NL, United Kingdom
#1 of 1 hotels in Ongar
Guests' ChoiceBased on 547 hotel reviews
9.0Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.3
Location
9.3
Facilities
9.0
Staff
9.6
Value for money
9.2
Free WiFi
9.6
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 3 September 2025
Holly
United KingdomVery clean and pretty hotel
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: 2 September 2025
Una
United KingdomCould hear neighbours constantly through the night rooms could be insulated better
Lovely room very clean
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 1 September 2025
Sally
United KingdomRoom very hot, but fan provided
Lovely staff greeting on arrival
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 29 August 2025
Ian
United KingdomA beautiful setting. We were in a courtyard room which was small but absolutely perfect for the length of our stay.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 28 August 2025
Iain
United KingdomBeautiful place to stay,wish I could have stayed longer but we were just passing through
Above and beyond service
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 26 August 2025
Plant
United KingdomNo restaurant or bar, I did get offered to buy a drink at reception and I could get a takeaway.
Stunning location and buildings.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 22 August 2025
Chloe
United KingdomThe only issue was the fire alarm went off at 6.30 but it wasn’t an issue as we had to be up anyway
It was stunning, alpacas and black swans in the gardens. Breakfast was so delicious! Bed was so comfy. Room was lovely and quiet and we had a suite in the grounds- great price too on last minute deal.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 19 August 2025
Antiques
United KingdomWe stayed in a room upstairs because we wanted a bath and not a shower. Two flights of steep stairs!!. A not in the bathroom said because it is an old building , run the hot water for a while for it to come through. We ran it for 8 minutes with still no hot water, so wasn’t a good experience!
Beautiful building lovely staff
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 12 August 2025
Tracy
United KingdomFamily court yard room, always immaculate and most impressive shower!
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 9 August 2025
John
United KingdomNone
Very friendly, excellent location fantastic views cannot afford it one little bit will definitely be staying again
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 8 August 2025
Browning
United KingdomSo it says light bites but we couldn't get any food. Luckily a restaurant not too far. Also there was a bingo and disco which was fine but our stable rooms were very close and the noise was quite loud till late
The breakfast was excellent and the young waitress think her name was Sumner was really polite and helpful. Lovely setting.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 2 August 2025
Kingsley
United KingdomNothing
Everything. The receptionist were excellent and kind and took the kind step of upgrading my room
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 2 August 2025
Nicola
United KingdomI loved everything.
My stay at Mulberry House, which I chose for its location, because I needed an overnight stop, turned out to be one of the most beautiful and enjoyable places I've stayed. The extensive grounds were fascinating to explore and brilliantly landscaped and planted. Formal terraces, a lake and a bridge nestled amongst mature trees, a wild mini-meadow, a natural stream, a cultivated field and winding paths. Each of the beautiful, luxurious rooms opened onto a spacious lawned courtyard. There was plentiful parking, with designated disabled spaces by the main house. My wheelchair accessible room was approached by a sturdy ramp, and I was able to sit out with a morning cup of tea while my tiny assistance dog, Olive, frolicked on the grass and was fussed over by the friendly staff. Every one of the staff I met was friendly, relaxed, good natured and helpful. Everyone seemed happy and I understand many have worked there for a long time. I was told separately by several staff members that Mulberry House is 'like a family'. As a solo traveller I was grateful to feel part of that family. One incident demonstrated this. Olive was enjoying eating some if my delicious breakfast, when she was stung by a wasp, and became unwell and distressed. I am happy to say she was OK after an hour or so, but in that time, Wendy, Sammy and Desirée comforted me, gave me water and tea, made up a cold compress and called the vet for advice. A big shout out to Jackie, Kim and Aaron too, for their welcoming kindness. I'd like to move in!
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 29 July 2025
Steve
United KingdomFriendly welcome, clean, comfortable room (walk in shower was particularly appreciated by my wife as she has hip and knee problems). Pleasant grounds and an excellent breakfast.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 24 July 2025
Gemma
United KingdomNot much nearby
The room and the grounds were lovely. Bed was comfy and the bathroom was modern and clean. We really enjoyed our stay and would stay here again. Breakfast was really nice.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 24 July 2025
Dawn
United KingdomCouldn’t fault it. Liked everything. Staff were exceptional as was everything else.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 24 July 2025
Anna
United KingdomNo fridge Very dark when I arrived and unable to see direction notices and where temporaru reception was
Breakfast very nice and staff helpful
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 23 July 2025
Sharon
New ZealandNothing
Beautiful property. Excellent room and facilities. Fabulous breakfast. Very helpful staff.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 22 July 2025
Courtney
United KingdomSimple, clean and good staff.
Easy to get to.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 21 July 2025
Hayley
United KingdomNothing
Amazing beautiful room and grounds staff were so friendly! Breakfast was gorgeous ! Lovely little find
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 19 July 2025
Graeme
United Kingdomthe adjacent main road is fast/noisy, but you dont hear it much in the gardens and not at all in the cottages.
beautiful room, firm but comfortable bed, excellent bathroom, lovely grounds, very dog friendly, staff seemed to genuinely care. nice lounge. only 2 minutes drive to nice little town
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 19 July 2025
Kye
United KingdomBeautiful old house with gorgeous grounds! Spotlessly clean, super comfortable bed, staff were very helpful ... just a night stop between A and B for us but the whole setting made it feel a bit special!
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 16 July 2025
Ian
United KingdomNothing
Angela was excellent
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 12 July 2025
Marcus
United KingdomNothing really. Ideally, it would have a restaurant and bar but the lack of this was made clear before booking.
Beautiful location, easy to find. Clean and well-appointed room.
Stayed in July 2025
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