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Country Cottage with moat

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Ingatestone
  • Place, Ingatestone Hall
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Ingatestone Library
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Hylands House and Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Country Cottage with moat

Welcome to Bacons Billabong.
Nestled beside Bacons Farmhouse, a Grade II listed home, Bacons Billabong offers a peaceful countryside retreat just outside the charming village of Ingatestone. Surrounded by open fields, this beautifully refurbished annex is the ideal escape for walkers, bird lovers and those seeking a quiet break with easy access to London and local wedding venues.
Step outside into your large private garden with a picnic table and BBQ. Enjoy morning coffee overlooking the billabong and duck house or unwind in the covered seating area at the front of the property, perfect for reading or watching the sunset.


NEARBY

Bacons Billabong is ideally located if you are attending a local wedding or event.
Nearby venues include:

• Ingatestone Hall (walking distance)
• Stockbrook Manor
• Crondon Park Golf Club
• Greenwoods Hotel & Spa

The historic village of Ingatestone offers independent shops, cafés, restaurants, and a friendly local pub. The Country Café even hosts live country music every Saturday evening.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please put the key back in the lockbox
Please send us a message once you've left.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Ingatestone

Ingatestone is home to this cottage. Ingatestone Hall and Hylands House and Park are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Forest Drive Shops and Bond Street. Travelling with kids? Consider Hopefield Animal Sanctuary and Riverside Ice and Leisure.
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Ingatestone

What's nearby

  • Ingatestone Hall - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Ingatestone Library - 1 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Hylands House and Park - 8 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Chelmsford Cathedral - 12 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Chelmsford City Racecourse - 25 min drive - 29.0 km

Getting around

  • Ingatestone Station - 19 min walk
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Chequers - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Bear - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Bell - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Prince Of Wales - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Queens Park Fish Bar - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Country Cottage with moat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Country Cottage with moat?

As of 27 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Country Cottage with moat on 6 June 2026 start from NZ$341, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Country Cottage with moat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Country Cottage with moat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Country Cottage with moat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Country Cottage with moat located?

This family-friendly Ingatestone cottage is within 2 mi (3 km) of Ingatestone Hall and Ingatestone Library. Queen's Park and Hutton Country Park are also within 3 miles (5 km). Ingatestone Station is 19 minutes by foot.

About the host

Hosted by Penny

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