Great Bardfield Cottage Museum - 9 min drive - 12.2 km
Great Bardfield Town Hall - 10 min drive - 12.5 km
Great Notley Country Park - 10 min drive - 8.9 km
Leez Priory - 15 min drive - 10.5 km
Getting around
Stansted Airport (STN) - 21 min drive
Cambridge (CBG) - 62 min drive
London (SEN-Southend) - 67 min drive
Cressing Station - 11 min drive
Wickford White Notley Station - 13 min drive
Braintree Station - 18 min drive
Restaurants
Domino's Pizza - 5 min drive
Little Monsters House of Fun - 4 min drive
Scrumptious Tearooms - 5 min drive
The Starr Inn - 5 min drive
Barista Boy Coffee Co - 4 min drive
About this property
Motts Cottage
Motts Cottage is a great choice for a stay in Dunmow.
At a glance
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Check-out time is 10:30 AM
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Special check-in instructions
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Guests wishing to check in early may contact this property in advance to inquire about availability.
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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
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite self parking (fees apply)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Breakfast available (surcharge)
What to do
Cycling nearby
Facilities
Garden
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Heating
Electric kettle
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Stay connected
WiFi
Fees & policies
Parking
Self parking is available for an extra charge
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, JCB International
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Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Motts Cottage offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Motts Cottage 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Motts Cottage?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Motts Cottage?
Yes, there's self parking on site (charges apply).
What are the check-in and check-out times at Motts Cottage?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.
What is there to do at Motts Cottage and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling. Additional recreation nearby includes birdwatching. Motts Cottage also has a garden.
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Reviews
Motts Cottage Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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10
Cleanliness
9.4
Location
10
Staff & service
10
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
The breakfast was consistently described as excellent, delicious, and one of the best ever. (8 reviews)
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 18, 2025
The owner Diane is just lovely and very welcoming she also cooks a great breakfast
Ricky
Ricky, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 7, 2025
A warm welcome on arrival, lovely room with all facilities and a delicious cooked breakfast before we left. Would definitely book again and highly recommend to others
Laura
Laura, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 15, 2025
Superb
Lovely welcome,superb room and breakfast. One of the best we’ve ever stayed in.
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 14, 2024
We would highly recommend Motts Cottage, the room was spotless with excellent amenities. Our host was friendly and provided a lovely breakfast to complete our restful and relaxed stay.
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 5, 2024
We stayed one night in order to visit Talliston House in Great Dunmow. We had a wonderful stay. The room was lovely and warm, cosy and had everything we needed. We appreciated the milk, beverages and cookies. Everything was clean, the beds were lovely and it was a very quiet area. The gardens looked lovely, but weather did not allow us to fully explore. The cooked breakfast was a lovely start to the day. Faultless stay.
Julia
Julia, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 8, 2022
Very comfortable and excellent breakfast
Derek
Derek, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 3, 2022
Excellent breakfast and comfy beds!
Our family stay was very relaxing and the house annex was in a nice quiet location. The owners were very welcoming and the shower/toilet facilities were very clean. There was an outdoor patio to use and the beds were very comfortable! The cooked breakfast in the morning was excellent. We would definitely stay again!
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 8, 2022
A beautiful Stay
We had a brilliant stay, it couldn’t have been better. The host was lovely and beyond helpful and the breakfast, one of the best we’ve ever had. Everything was so well thought out and really good quality, lovely bed, linen, rugs etc. The property also has beautiful gardens. We will be back!
Vanessa
Vanessa, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 5, 2022
Relaxing stay. Beautiful location.
A perfect stay from start to finish. Wonderful host. Delicious breakfast. Stylish and well appointed accommodation. Beautiful garden to sit in during the afternoon and evening. A lovely pub and village store in walking distance of the cottage. 100% recommend. Hope to return again soon.
Tina
Tina, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 30, 2022
Faultless
Fantastic 3 night stay, spotlessly clean and with a delicious breakfast every morning for a very reasonable price, there was nothing not to like! Comfortable bed, good shower and we were lucky with the weather too! Perfect! Thank you
Mark
Mark, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 14, 2021
Excellent stay
Excellent self contained accommodation that is clean, comfortable and quiet. Diane the owner is very welcoming and helpful. She makes a delicious breakfast and provides lovely treats in the room. We really enjoyed our stay and would certainly book again.
Marilyn
Marilyn, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 3, 2021
We stayed just one night after a wedding reception at Leez priory. Lovely comfortable self-contained annexe, amazing breakfast. Friendly helpful and welcoming hosts. Highly recommend! It is worth a wander around the lovely village of Stebbing too.
Andy
Andy, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 2, 2021
Small but perfectly formed
I normally stay away from small B&Bs preferring my privacy but this is all self contained and a great place to stay with a welcoming host who let me use the garage for my bike too. OMG the biscuits were gorgeous too!
Booked for a birthday treat and was not disappointed! Private, clean room with lots of extras. Quality perfectly cooked breakfast. No faults and will definitely be coming back!
Julie
Julie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 29, 2019
Christmas comfort
A lovely bolt hole over Christmas with excellent breakfast.
Christine
Christine, 5-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 20, 2019
Hidden Gem
Our stay was absolutely amazing! Special Thanks to Diane for the awesome breakfasts and the super, cozy, comfy room. The attention to detail was superb, rooms were spotless, beds and pillows were just right. We will be sure to return to this hidden gem!
Mark
Mark, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 2, 2019
5* accommodation with a great host. Room nicely laid out, comfortable bed and very clean.
David
David, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 22, 2018
Easy, comfortable and quiet room. Excellent host. Perfect for leisure or business. 5 star breakfast.
Colin
Colin, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 3, 2016
Thank you for making me so welcome at breakfast! Your hospitality was second to none.
Nicole
Verified
8/10 Very good
May 20, 2015
Quiet Location and Comfortable Room
Quiet, country getaway with comfortable room and good food. Double bed was soft and shower was small but room was pleasant. She had fresh milk and choice of tea and coffee in the room. No serviettes in room.
Melony
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 8, 2015
Excellent stay
Thoroughly enjoyed stay
Lovely to be able to choose breakfast time
pamela
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 31, 2014
close to Felsted
This is my fourth time at Motts Bed and Breakfast. Loved it every time!
Camelia
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 24, 2013
Great B and B in a very attractive village.
The accommodation provides everything one wants. High standard of cleanliness. Tea , coffee and orange juice provided on arrival together with a chocolate bar. The breakfast cannot be bettered. Freshly cooked with a variety of ingredients all of the best quality. Pleasant welcoming atmosphere. Why can`t all accommodation be like this?
DG
Verified
8/10 Very good
Aug 13, 2013
Lovely place for an escape.
I stayed at the Annex, which was a welcome retreat during a busy trip. It was a comfortable and clean room with some ability to prepare food. The owner, Diane, welcomed me for breakfast, a good one after bland hotel food.
The village has one narrow road lined with distinct homes - not quite cottages, not quite houses. The single pub is a lively meeting place. There are a number of green spaces, at either end of the village and in the middle. These help calm down the constant traffic on High Street.