Donkey & Buskins

donkey & buskins, Colchester, CO2 0HU, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.5/10! <small>(score from <b>60</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>

Donkey & Buskins

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Scored 9
9.0
Rated wonderful
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60 reviews

Offering a garden, Donkey & Buskins offers accommodations in Colchester. With free private parking, the property is 17 miles from Freeport Braintree and 19 miles from Hedingham Castle. Free Wifi is available throughout the property, as well as a terrace and a restaurant. The property also offers accommodation for disabled guests. Towels and bed linen are featured in the bed and breakfast. The accommodation is non-smoking. There is an on-site bar. Chelmsford Train Station is 24 miles from the bed and breakfast, while Colchester Zoo is 3.1 miles away. The nearest airport is London Stansted Airport, 34 miles from Donkey & Buskins.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.5
Free Wifi
10
High score for Colchester
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Karen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Was great loved staying away for the night accommodation perfect.”
  • Patricia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “In room breakfast, cereals, juice, tea, coffee, biscuits. Evening meal. Clean and comfortable,”
  • Gabrielle
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “We liked the charming and characterful pub (next door to our accommodation) with the lovely staff, the peace of the countryside and the very kind and thoughtful owner who was very helpful with our rather difficult timings. Nothing was too much...”

Hosted by Donkey & Buskins

9.7
9.7
Host Review Score
Host Review Score
Donkey & Buskins
The Donkey & Buskins is a grade 2 listed pub with a unique name. Set in the village of Layer de la haye, which is within 1 mile of one Europe's top wetland sites Abberton reservoir. We offer comfortable accommodation separate from the pub in a converted barn with its own private garden shared between 2 units. Overlooked by woodland. Included in the price of your stay is, an in-room breakfast, consisting of a choice of cereals, fresh milk and fresh orange juice, yogurts and a piece of fresh fruit. There is a small fridge in the room for your convenance. We serve excellent food all day
Lots of walks bird watching at Abberton Reservoir Mersea Island is about 6 miles all so historic Colchester
Language spoken: English

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
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Amenities of Donkey & Buskins
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Activities
  • Walking tours
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
Spa
  • Beach umbrellas
Languages Spoken
  • English

Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules
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Check-in
From 15:00 to 18:00
Check-out
From 8:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercardCash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

FAQs about Donkey & Buskins

  • Check-in at Donkey & Buskins is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Donkey & Buskins offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Walking tours

  • The prices at Donkey & Buskins may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at Donkey & Buskins include:

    • Double

  • Donkey & Buskins has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

  • Donkey & Buskins is 3.1 miles from the center of Colchester. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.