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Laurels

3.5 star property
Bed & breakfast in Dunmow with free breakfast

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Property grounds
Design Double Room, Ensuite | Pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Property grounds
Free daily cooked-to-order breakfast
Interior
The Laurels offers a genuine countryside escape with cooked-to-order breakfasts, a serene garden, and a peaceful terrace. WiFi keeps guests connected while the tranquil setting creates a delightful atmosphere praised by previous visitors.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Design Double Room, Ensuite | Pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Design Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Pillowtop bed
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Pillowtop bed
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Luxury Double Room, Ensuite | Pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Luxury Double Room, Ensuite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Pillowtop bed
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Chelmsford Road, Causeway End, Dunmow, England, CM6 3EU

What's nearby

  • Leez Priory - 3 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Chelmsford City Racecourse - 6 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Great Notley Country Park - 11 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Chelmsford Cathedral - 14 min drive - 10.7 miles
  • Hylands House and Park - 19 min drive - 13.5 miles

Getting around

  • Wickford White Notley Station - 12 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Swan at Felsted - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Chequers - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Compasses Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪St Anne's Castle - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Little Monsters House of Fun - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Laurels

Bed & breakfast in a rural location
Take advantage of free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace, and a garden at Laurels. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Laurels include perks such as heated floors, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Rainfall showers and hair dryers
  • Heated floors, refrigerators, and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Fan
  • Heated floor
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 17

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 20

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children 7 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 7 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: GBP 30.0 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: GBP 20 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Children 7 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Laurels Dunmow
Laurels Dunmow
Laurels Bed & breakfast
Laurels Bed & breakfast Dunmow

Frequently asked questions

Is Laurels pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Laurels?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Laurels?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Laurels?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM. Late check-out is available for GBP 20 (subject to availability).

Where is Laurels located?

Situated in a rural location, this bed & breakfast is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Flitch Way Country Park and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Leez Priory. Chelmsford City Racecourse and Crazy Dog Field are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Laurels Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

10

Staff & service

9.8

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 103 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 103 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 103 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 103 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 103 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly couple, amazing breakfast Spotless & beautifully styled home - The room was delightful!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
II only started 1 night but this was first class in every way. The food was great the room was perfect and the two hosts were spot on. I would recommend to anybody. 👍
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

Great hosts welcome you to a lovely home and wake up to a great fresh breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ms

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked everything that the property ad to offer and will book again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Cewmstgmail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ty very much for all your help,, support and helping us through the heat,, it was a beautifully homely room,, it reminds us of when we used to visit my next door neighbours,, it does feel a bit like a Malibu dream home,, with lovely cool open space,, tranquil garden,, nice to meet the family pet,, beautiful neighbourhood,, surroundings,, beautiful V.i.p breakfast,, nice to meet you,, Thank - you
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great instructions on arrival. Spacious room, comfy bed, nicely decorated, great shower room, delicious biscuits and friendly hosts. Lovely cats too. Great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
EXCELLENT ALL ROUND

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent,
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Volta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Outstanding Quality

Outstanding 1 night stay, nice location, beautifully presented B&B property, inside is of the highest quality, beautifully decorated, large comfortable bed, everything you need is provided in your room and everything is immaculately clean. The hosts are second to none, everthing fully explained in detail and breakfast was amazing. Thank you and i will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing stay!

Amazing stay, we booked as we were attending a wedding near by at LEEZ PRIORY this guest house it literally 5 minutes drive away. The hosts Tricia and Stan were fantastic and couldn’t be more helpful. They allowed us to check in early and Stan dropped us to the wedding in style so we did not need a taxi. Room was beautiful with everything you would need. The breakfast was at 9am by Tricia and we were truly waited on. Cannot recommend our stay here enough go ahead and book you will not be disappointed. We will be booking again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Homely atmosphere

A private, luxurious house with upstairs rooms where guests and the owner sleep. The host is very friendly and will explain everything to you, including how to use the light switches. The neighborhood is quiet and peaceful. It's the perfect place for someone who enjoys a homely atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great house with delicious breakfast!

My friend and I had a wonderful stay! Great value with the large yummy breakfast cooked for us. Our only regret is that we didn’t have time to enjoy it more and chat more with Stan, but we had a morning flight to catch. They were very accommodating to our departure time. They also provided a great dinner recommendation where the locals go.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing house/room. Stunning breakfast options 5*
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

Great place to stay with great hosts and nothing is too much trouble Have stayed here before and will be back again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Un lugar tranquilo, cómodo y muy bien acondicionado. Un servicio muy bueno. Excelente estancia. Muy recomendable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stan’s the man!

We found our stay at The Laurels perfect. Stan and his wife made us feel very welcome and their home was beautiful (with more improvements still to come!) Our room was lovely and had everything you needed, kettle, Dyson fan, tv etc. The shower was also very good!l and bed super comfy. The breakfast spread in the morning was also very well received. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mervin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing place to stay.

Very accommodating, I booked late and it was no problem.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic B&B. Beautiful room, really comfy bed. Hosts were lovely and the breakfast was magic; a fine selection of buffet items plus a freshly cooked fry up. 11 out of 10, I really hope I'm nearby in the future for another visit. Oh, nearly forgot, the place they recommended for my evening meal was great as well.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely brilliant. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Peaceful

Lovely place. Very clean and quiet. Hosts very nice. No faults!!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Laurel's BnB is an absolute Gem

Laurel's BnB is an absolute gem! From the cozy ambiance to the impeccable hospitality, every moment spent there feels like a warm embrace. Laurel's attention to detail and genuine care for her guests truly shine through in every aspect of the experience. It's not just a place to stay; it's a haven of comfort and charm that leaves you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. Thank you, Laurel, for creating such a delightful retreat!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

Cannot fault The Laurels for an overnight or longer stay... room has absolutely everything you need including toiletries, tea/coffee making facilities with a mini fridge containing fresh milk and filtered water. Breakfast is amazing.... freshly baked croissants to die for followed by yoghurt, fruit and cereal.... and a full English or any variant as requested.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Very welcoming people and great place to stay. Thank you for waiting up for me and for the cooked breakfast the following morning!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Thank you Stan!

Loved every part of my stay. Stan and his wife were very friendly, picked me up from Leez priory where I attended an event. Offered me a selection of breakfasts in the morning. Couldn't help but ask about their beautiful house - built from the ground up, the house is very modern with its spiral staircase and underfloor heating. I already wish I was back in the room, such a comfortable bed, and a clean wet room shower. Peaceful stay and great service. Would recommend to everyone
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A relaxing 2 night stay

Very clean and spacious accomodation. Exactly as described. Fantastic breakfast and lovely company.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

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