About this property
Historic Setting: The Prince of Wales in Purleigh offers a unique stay within a historic building. The adults-only property features a traditional restaurant and bar, complemented by free WiFi. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms include private bathrooms with walk-in showers, tea and coffee makers, and electric kettles. Additional amenities include baths, seating areas, and ground-floor units. Dining Experience: Guests can enjoy a full English or Irish breakfast, alongside dinner featuring British cuisine with vegetarian and gluten-free options. The restaurant offers a cosy ambience. Convenient Location: Located 23 km from London Southend Airport, the property is near attractions such as Chelmsford Train Station (18 km) and Hylands Park (22 km). Freeport Braintree is 31 km away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Free WiFi
- Parking on site
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Laureen
Australia
“The bar, cozy and friendly. The food was delicious, quite obviously local products. Loved it!” - Lara
United Kingdom
“Lovely comfortable bed and luxurious furnishings. Perfect for an overnight stay whilst attending a local event.” - Sarah
United Kingdom
“The room was clean,comfortable and welcoming.The location was lovely set in peaceful surroundings. The staff were all really friendly and so helpful.The food was delicious and plentiful served by really polite and friendly staff. The owner, Jo was...” - Julie
Nigeria
“A place that looked understated. Well kept rooms. Very friendly and helpful staff. Good food and prepared very fast and hot. Small place but with lots of history. Loved it!” - David
United Kingdom
“Great to go to a pub with accommodation where nothing is to much to ask for. We asked for towels they arrived. We booked a table for dinner that was reserved. The food and drinks were excellent and all the staff appeared happy and helpful. ...” - Johanne
United Kingdom
“Lovely village pub staff were really friendly and we got access to our room on day at 11 as we had a wedding to go to. Room was very nice clean and had everything we needed. Lovely freshly cooked breakfast including toast.” - David
United States
“Unfortunately there was no genius breakfast as expected. In fact no breakfast was available pay or not. Otherwise the stay was good, good experience in the evening but.very poor in the morning” - Rachel
United Kingdom
“Everything was lovely - staff, location, food, drink, accomodation.” - Geoff
United Kingdom
“Breakfast cooked by George was a highlight tasty sourced locally and plentiful” - Julian
United Kingdom
“Really nice staff and atmosphere. Comfortable room. Excellent breakfast”

Managed by The Prince of Wales
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Property information
Neighbourhood information
Language spoken
EnglishProperty surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant
- CuisineBritish
- Open forDinner
- AmbianceTraditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free
House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
Check In outside our listed check in times (14:00-21:00) cannot be guaranteed.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.