A great choice for a stay in Chelmsford, The Ferry Boat Inn features a marina. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out The Ferry Boat Inn, which is open for lunch and dinner and offers garden views. Other features include a bar/lounge and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
The Ferry Boat Inn, Ferry Rd, North Fambridge, Chelmsford, England, CM3 6LR
What's nearby
Cliffs Pavilion - 27 min drive
Southend Pier - 28 min drive
Adventure Island - 28 min drive
Southend Beach - 50 min drive
Thorpe Bay Beach - 51 min drive
Getting around
London (SEN-Southend) - 33 min drive
Stansted Airport (STN) - 61 min drive
London City Airport (LCY) - 61 min drive
Chelmsford South Woodham Ferrers Station - 8 min drive
Althorne Station - 11 min drive
Chelmsford North Fambridge Station - 15 min walk
Restaurants
Victory Inn - 21 min drive
Town Crier - 7 min drive
The Anchor - 16 min drive
McDonald's - 8 min drive
Costa Coffee - 7 min drive
About this property
The Ferry Boat Inn
A great choice for a stay in Chelmsford, The Ferry Boat Inn features a marina. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out The Ferry Boat Inn, which is open for lunch and dinner and offers garden views. Other features include a bar/lounge and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
6 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from noon - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets stay free (dogs only)
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only*
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 8:30 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Traveling with children
Children's menu
What to do
Canoeing
Sailboat
Motor boating
Jet skiing nearby
Water skiing nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Water sports equipment
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Fireplace in lobby
Marina
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
No elevator (single level property)
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Espresso maker
What to enjoy
Yard
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Towels
Stay connected
Laptop-friendly workspace
Free WiFi
Desk chair
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Housekeeping (on request)
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
Special features
Dining
The Ferry Boat Inn - Overlooking the garden, this family restaurant serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.
Fees & policies
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
The Ferry Boat Inn Chelmsford
The Ferry Boat Inn Bed & breakfast
The Ferry Boat Inn Bed & breakfast Chelmsford
Frequently asked questions
Does The Ferry Boat Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Ferry Boat Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Ferry Boat Inn?
Yes, dogs stay free.
Is parking offered on site at The Ferry Boat Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Ferry Boat Inn?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at The Ferry Boat Inn?
No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a casino, but Rendezvous Southend Casino (27-min drive) and Genting Casino (27-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at The Ferry Boat Inn and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like rowing and sail boating. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Ferry Boat Inn?
Yes, The Ferry Boat Inn offers garden views.
Does The Ferry Boat Inn have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a yard.
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The Ferry Boat Inn Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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10/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 10, 2024
Well worth booking here
Aaron
Aaron, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 30, 2025
Very friendly welcome.
Quick check in.
Clean warm room, fantastic food and great breakfast options.
Nigel
Nigel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2024
It was a lovely location
Stuart
Stuart, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 25, 2024
Definitely recommend
Great chalet . Very comfortable , would recommend 100%
Will definitely use again
m
m, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 20, 2024
Nice view in countryside
Hiroko
Hiroko, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 25, 2022
It was lovely only stayed one night but will definitely be going back
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 18, 2024
Very nice place to stay.
Very nice place to stay.
Just a short overnight stay, with alovely breakfast in the morning.
Spacious bar and restaurant, with lovely outdoor seating area and garden.
Room was modern, clean and comfortable. Staff were all very helpful and friendly.
Would definitely stay again.
RF
RF, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 17, 2023
We had a great 1 night stay
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 26, 2024
Clean and modern
Ronen
Ronen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 1, 2024
Excellent service and stay. Staff made us feel so welcome
Alan
Alan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 29, 2023
Our stay at The Ferry Boat Inn was lovely. The food and accommodation were excellent and the staff couldn’t have been more helpful and friendly. Would highly recommend.
Lee
Lee, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 11, 2022
Nice room in courtyard next to hotel. Good food and bar, good breakfast, helpful friendly staff. Really nice stay.
Christopher
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 25, 2023
Overnight stay
Overnight stay, excellent service and food. Accommodation very clean, newly renovated, quiet location, would recommend, and definitely book again
Kim
Kim, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 19, 2024
Will visit again
Cleanliness very good. Good size room. Dog friendly. Staff friendly and efficient. Good size breakfast and plenty of choice.
Good variety of evening meals available too.
Quiet location with plenty of walks around.
Linda
Linda, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 10, 2024
Excellent stay but accommodation was quite chilly in the evening
Jon
Jon, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 25, 2024
Perfection
Lovely place. Really nice new accommodation. Great food. Its a bit out of the way but well worth eating and staying here. A good base camp for Southend and Chelmsford.
Brian
Brian, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 19, 2024
Lovely place. Lovely people
A lovely pub in a lovely setting.
Room spotlessly clean and very well maintained.
Meals all well cooked and tasty.
Staff all really helpful and seem to love their job couldn’t do enough.
Janis
Janis, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 22, 2024
Fantastic!
Daryl
Daryl, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 27, 2023
Great for a 1 night stop-over as convenient to explore East Essex with its quaint & pretty villages such as Battlesbridge, Burnham on Crouch. Also areas of interest like RHS Hyde Hall, Stow Maries Great war museum, Essex Wildlife Trust
Gregory
Gregory, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 20, 2023
Great Place at the end of the road
Staff were fantastic could not do enough for you, food was very good, only slight issue the window in the bedroom door needs a curtain to stop the security light coming in to the room at night.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 15, 2022
Stunning
A fabulous little place exceeding all expectations
Philip
Philip, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 18, 2022
Friendly staff,excellent food,well appointed room. Made up some breakfast to take with me due to an early start.
Nigel
Nigel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 2, 2023
Lovely accommodation right on the river and England Coastal path. All spotless. High quality food and very attentive staff. Rooms are well worth the money.
Elaine
Elaine, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 20, 2023
Simply outstanding
Bernie
Bernie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 12, 2024
This was great stay, super food, outstanding accommodation, great showers, warm and cosy on a cold night. Just one little hiccup, no welcome,how are you? where have you come from, just here is your key, though we were shown to our room