Donkey & Buskins, a property with a bar, is situated in Colchester, 30 km from Hedingham Castle, 39 km from Chelmsford Train Station, as well as 5 km from Colchester Zoo. Set 27 km from Freeport Braintree, the property offers a garden and free private parking. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, as well as a terrace and a restaurant. The property also offers accommodation for disabled guests. The bed and breakfast comes with a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are featured in the bed and breakfast. The accommodation is non-smoking. The nearest airport is London Stansted Airport, 54 km from the bed and breakfast.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.4
High score for Colchester
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  • James
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Close to local attractions. Pub staff very friendly and accommodating. Food was absolutely delicious. Nothing was too much trouble. Took their recommendation and went to the bull in Colchester. Great night with live music. Our accommodation was...
  • Michael
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent pub. Food very, very good. Main courses were very good pub, hearty portions of fresh food. Starters were even better..restaurant quality. No room for dessert! Staff...exceptionally friendly. Room, was very good. In a perfect world, I...
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location for Colchester & Zoo perfect, evening food excellent, location quiet, hosts very friendly and helpful.

Hosted by Donkey & Buskins

9.6
9.6
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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

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Donkey & Buskins
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular facilities
  • 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
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Activities
  • Walking tours
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink
  • Kid 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 possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
Wellness
  • Sun umbrellas
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practices

This property has told us they 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 08:00 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

There is no capacity for cots at this property.

There is no capacity for extra beds at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Donkey & Buskins accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

FAQs about Donkey & Buskins

  • Check-in at Donkey & Buskins is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

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

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

    • Walking tours

  • Room options at Donkey & Buskins include:

    • Double

  • The prices at Donkey & Buskins may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Donkey & Buskins has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1