The Essex Golf and Country Club  

Set in Earls Colne on the edge of Colchester, this golf hotel and country club sits amid rolling grounds and is minutes from Marks Hall Gardens and Arboretum, Paycockes and the East Anglian Railway Museum. The property is about 26 miles from Stansted Airport and roughly a 15 km drive from Colchester town centre—ideal for short breaks and family-friendly stays.

Forty-two guestrooms keep things simple and comfortable with desks, electric kettles/coffee makers, satellite TV, complimentary Wi‑Fi, daily housekeeping and bathrooms stocked with toiletries and hair dryers. Expect a relaxed country-club vibe — sporty, tidy rooms with practical touches for golfers and families.

Play a round on the on-site golf course, hit the outdoor tennis courts or keep fit in the health club. Unwind at the spa for massages, facials and body treatments, or relax in the pool and indoor pool. There’s also a hair salon, on-site shopping, sauna/steam facilities and free self-parking. Wake up to fresh country air and easy access to walking and local sights.

Conference space, a meeting room and a business center make events straightforward. Complimentary Wi‑Fi keeps you connected, and services include newspapers in the lobby plus dry cleaning and laundry.

Pulse restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, while a coffee shop/café handles snacks and light bites. Two bars and lounges provide relaxed spots for evening drinks and socialising after a day on the course.