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The Harvard Inn

Essex · United Kingdom

High Street StockView location

9.4/10Excellent422 Reviews
Cleanliness9.6/109.6
Service9.6/109.6
Comfort9.2/109.2
Condition9.6/109.6
Location8.0/108.0
Neighborhood9.0/109.0
Amenities9.4/109.4
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About The Harvard Inn

Enjoy garden views and amenities like complimentary Wi-Fi and barbecue grills at The Harvard Inn. Dine at the on-site restaurant or socialize at the complimentary evening reception. Unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Start your day with a complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast served daily.

The inn offers express check-out, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self-parking is available. The 11 guestrooms feature flat-screen TVs, complimentary Wi-Fi, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Located in Ingatestone, The Harvard Inn is a short drive from Stock Brook Country Club and Norsey Wood Local Nature Reserve, and offers convenient access to Queen's Park.

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Located in Ingatestone, The Harvard Inn is within a 5-minute drive of Stock Brook Country Club and Norsey Wood Local Nature Reserve. This inn is 15.3 mi (24.6 km) from River Thames and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Queen's Park. Stay in one of 11 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions.

Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily. Featured amenities include express check-out, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until 9:00 PM
Check-out until 10:30 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No elevators Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available Contactless check-out is available Cashless transactions are available

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
    • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • Special Instructions
    The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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
    • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
    • Cashless transactions are available
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
    • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
    • Monday is the only day a continental breakfast is available.
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
    • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
    • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 10.0 per night
    • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per night

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    English

    French

Nearby attractions

Stock Brook Country Club 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Queen's Park 3.2 km / 2 mi
Hanningfield Reservoir 3.4 km / 2.1 mi
Norsey Wood Local Nature Reserve 3.7 km / 2.3 mi
Delta Force Paintball Billericay 3.9 km / 2.4 mi
Margaretting Pond Park 4.1 km / 2.5 mi
Ingatestone Hall 4.5 km / 2.8 mi
Ingatestone Saddlery Centre 4.9 km / 3 mi
Galleywood Common 5 km / 3.1 mi
Cater Museum 4.9 km / 3 mi
Ingatestone Library 5.7 km / 3.5 mi
Chelmsford Golf Course 7 km / 4.4 mi
Hylands Golf Complex & Academy 7.3 km / 4.5 mi
Hutton Country Park 7.4 km / 4.6 mi
Hylands House and Park 9.1 km / 5.7 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 11
  • hotel
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car park
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Garden
  • Luggage room
  • Grill/BBQ
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
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  • Breakfast
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Meal plans

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RO

Room Only

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BB

Bed & Breakfast

BED AND BREAKFAST

Breakfast is included with your stay.

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  • DOUBLE AccessibleDOUBLE • AccessibleDBL.H6

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    DOUBLE Accessible

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    Room code: DBL.H6

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  • DOUBLE SUPERIOR KING BEDDOUBLE • SUPERIOR KING BEDDBL.KG-SU

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    DOUBLE SUPERIOR KING BED

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  • Double or Twin ONE BEDROOM AccessibleDouble or Twin • ONE BEDROOM AccessibleDBT.B1-H6

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    Double or Twin ONE BEDROOM Accessible

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    Room code: DBT.B1-H6

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  • DOUBLE DELUXEDOUBLE • DELUXEDBL.DX

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    DOUBLE DELUXE

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  • DOUBLE SUPERIORDOUBLE • SUPERIORDBL.SU

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    DOUBLE SUPERIOR

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    SUPERIOR

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    Room code: DBL.SU

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  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARDROO.ST

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    Room STANDARD

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    Room code: ROO.ST

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  • FAMILY ROOM DELUXEFAMILY ROOM • DELUXEFAM.DX

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    FAMILY ROOM DELUXE

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    DELUXE

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    Room code: FAM.DX

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  • TWIN STANDARDTWIN • STANDARDTWN.ST

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    TWIN STANDARD

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    Room code: TWN.ST

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  • STUDIO DUPLEXSTUDIO • DUPLEXSTU.DP

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    STUDIO DUPLEX

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    Room code: STU.DP

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  • Double or Twin DELUXEDouble or Twin • DELUXEDBT.DX

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    Room code: DBT.DX

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  • FAMILY ROOM TWO BEDSFAMILY ROOM • TWO BEDSFAM.2B

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    FAMILY ROOM TWO BEDS

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    FAMILY ROOM
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    TWO BEDS

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    Room code: FAM.2B

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  • Double or Twin STANDARDDouble or Twin • STANDARDDBT.ST

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    Double or Twin STANDARD

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    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
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    Room code: DBT.ST

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  • TWIN THREE BEDSTWIN • THREE BEDSTWN.3B

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    TWIN THREE BEDS

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    TWIN
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    THREE BEDS

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    Room code: TWN.3B

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  • FAMILY ROOM KING BED ONE BEDROOMFAMILY ROOM • KING BED ONE BEDROOMFAM.B1-KG

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    FAMILY ROOM KING BED ONE BEDROOM

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    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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    FAMILY ROOM
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    KING BED ONE BEDROOM

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    Room code: FAM.B1-KG

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  • Room DELUXERoom • DELUXEROO.DX

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    Room DELUXE

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    DELUXE

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    Room code: ROO.DX

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  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 22 m²DBL.ST

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    DOUBLE STANDARD

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    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    22 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Bedrooms
    1
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    DOUBLE
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: DBL.ST

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    • Wi-fi

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  • Room AccessibleRoom • AccessibleROO.H6

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    Room Accessible

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    Room code: ROO.H6

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about The Harvard Inn

9.4
Excellent
422 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.6 /10
Service
9.6 /10
Comfort
9.2 /10
Condition
9.6 /10
Location
8.0 /10
Neighborhood
9.0 /10
Amenities
9.4 /10
100 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jul 2026
Fiona
Clean room, friendly, helpful staff, excellent breakfast. Our second stay here didn’t disappoint.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
26 Jun 2026
Howard
This a lovely and well appointed inn. The room I had, no 12, was spacious and the bed comfortable. The one big problem is the lack of Aircon or effective airflow through the windows. It was 29°c when I got back from work.and there was no fridge. The window latches are broken and hard to secure a window at the right angle. The.solution is to not visit when it's hot
Self
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jun 2026
virginia
all so good, food top quality staff attentive to every detail
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jun 2026
Jean
The room was clean with lovely crisp linen and fluffy towels. The bathroom was huge and (should you need one) accessible by wheelchair. The room was in the outside area but still quiet except for the occasional car, but if you park directly outside your room, you won’t get anyone else there! Lovely breakfast included and a great night sleep. Super friendly staff.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jun 2026
joanne
breakfast was lovely good size fry up
10/10
Exceptional
29 May 2026
Michelle
Staff so friendly and helpful , lovely room , food amazing, ample parking, highly recommend
Partner
8/10
Excellent
23 May 2026
Alan
M
10/10
Exceptional
17 May 2026
Philip
B
10/10
Exceptional
08 May 2026
Richard
Breakfast was lovely and freshly cooked. Plenty of parking most of the time but did get a bit busy for a while early evening
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
05 May 2026
Mark
good stay , however unfortunately we had a room on the main road and the room was very warm and had to have the window open and the traffic was too noisy , not much sleep had at all , a room at the rear would have been better
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
19 Apr 2026
Jeremiah
Lovely hotel. Nice rooms.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Apr 2026
Tracey
Our room was clean and very comfortable. We had both dinner and breakfast in the restaurant and they were excellent. Staff were all very friendly and attentive. We would definitely stay again.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Mar 2026
Jack
Parking was easy, staff were friendly
10/10
Exceptional
15 Mar 2026
Karen
Lovely Hotel, staff very welcoming and friendly. Excellent food
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Feb 2026
Mark
Room was spacious and clean, great shower and the staff were very friendly. Ate in the restaurant and the food was very good. Would recommend
Self
8/10
Excellent
11 Feb 2026
Barbara
Room was in courtyard and had a very large bed. Bathroom had a lovely shower.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jan 2026
Tracy
The staff were very friendly and helpful. The room very clean. The best bit was the Sunday lunch, superb! Breakfast was very good too. Thank you.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
23 Jan 2026
Alan
room clean and very comfortable. staff as always were very friendly
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jan 2026
Maria
Rooms were lovely and clean. Staff were friendly. Cosy atmosphere and the breakfast was nice.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
07 Jan 2026
Brian
Lovely little hotel/pub. Rooms are good and food is also good. My only complaint is the pillows, which have mentioned before. They are flat and hard and very uncomfortable. It is like resting your head on a wooden board. Change the pillows and I would be very happy.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Dec 2025
Joanne
Room so clean, staff friendly and helpful and breakfast such a great start to the day
Partner
8/10
Excellent
24 Dec 2025
Elizabeth
This was the ideal location for us as we were at a wedding nearby. The hotel is lovely, easy to find, easy to park. It's secondary to the pub though so we waited to check in and had to press the bell three times before someone came but check in was quick and efficient when they arrived. No one came at check out so we had to leave the key on the desk. Room was nice, spacious and comfy, the bathroom was too hot, the towel radiator was scorching and no way of turning it down. There was a little road noise but otherwise couldn't fault it. Breakfast was great!
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
14 Dec 2025
Aline
Lovely hotel, clean room and very friendly staff.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Dec 2025
Daniel
Room was really nice and spacious. The food here is also amazing. Would definitely recommend it and would stay here again.
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
11 Dec 2025
Philip
Great stay again,
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
02 Dec 2025
Warren
Lovely place to stay great staff & food was amazing
8/10
Excellent
22 Nov 2025
Meryl
Lovely place full of character. Great choice for breakfast and dinner was good here too. Had very good service from all members of staff that we came into contact with. Our room was clean and comfortable with plenty of storage. The only criticism was that we were disturbed at times during the night by noise from the car park area that our room overlooked e.g. the delivery to the kitchen that arrived at 4am! Apart from that we enjoyed our 2 night stay which was very handy for a wedding at Cronford Park.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Nov 2025
Susan
Staff very friendly. Nice atmosphere. Lovely stables room.
10/10
Exceptional
14 Nov 2025
Lisa
The room was clean and welcoming. The staff were amazing. Highly recommend
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
13 Nov 2025
John
Friendly, helpful and professional staff. Room clean. Easy car parking. Good breakfast.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Nov 2025
Barry
The whole experience could not have been better.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
08 Nov 2025
Miss J M
Really lovely old building full of character. All the staff we interacted with were wonderful
Partner
8/10
Excellent
03 Nov 2025
Philip
Another lovely stay,
Tv missing all channels - may be previous guest? Sure it will be solved for next guest.
Restaurant and staff are a hi-light.
Excellenr
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
25 Oct 2025
Michael
The staff were pleasant and very helpful. The service was good. No real complaints on my end. If I ever need to go to that area again I’d gladly stay there again.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
13 Oct 2025
Linda
Fab
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Oct 2025
Gareth
Good location, good food, blackout blinds would be better on road rooms. Overall good
Business Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Oct 2025
Mark
Very friendly staff and very smart hotel.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
01 Oct 2025
Brian
We like this hotel and have stayed many times before and have future bookings. However, our one gripe is that the pillows are awful. They are thin and hard and very uncomfortable, like sleeping on concrete. These need to be changed for something more comfortable otherwise we might have to reconsider our future stays.
10/10
Exceptional
24 Sep 2025
JOY

Great Hotel

Regularly stay at this hotel and always receive excellent service.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
19 Sep 2025
Anthony
Beautiful hotel and fabulous staff, the road is a little noisey but other than that absolutely fabulous.

Breakfast and evening meal were fabulous too.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Sep 2025
Joy

Excellent service

I enjoyed my stay at Harvard Inn I book this accommodation regularly for work. The staff are always great and provide a very professional service and always make you feel welcome. The rooms are really comfortable and the breakfast is delicious.
Over all a great stay.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
14 Sep 2025
Connie
Stayed here for a wedding nearby, and it was lovely, room was gorgeous and clean, staff very welcoming and friendly
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
08 Sep 2025
Joy

Great business stopover

I am staying on a regular basis now and as have been impressed with the excellent service, the rooms are comfy and clean and I have a great nights sleep and lovely breakfast.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
14 Aug 2025
Philip
Very nice stay
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
14 Aug 2025
Sarah
5th time here always perfect
Business
8/10
Excellent
23 Jul 2025
Edward

Pleasant stay



Stayed in room 16

10/10
Exceptional
20 Jul 2025
Dorian
Location in authentic English (Essex) countryside.
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jul 2025
Lisa
Really lovely hotel
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jul 2025
Helen
Lovely stay, great food and staff !
Self
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jul 2025
Allan
Lovely place. Comfortable rooms. Great cooked breakfast. Staff were very friendly.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jun 2025
P

Lovely overnight stay

Overnight stay at the Harvard Inn. Lovely room (no.1) and well cooked and tasty breakfast. |Recommended if in the area.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jun 2025
Alan
Friendly and comfortable
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jun 2025
Nikki
Fabulous stay. Great rooms, great sleep,
Restaurant great.
Thankyou
Business_and_leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
22 May 2025
tracey
Fabulous stay than you great big bedrooms lovely breakfast and amazing staff can’t wait to return
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
08 May 2025
Babs
Room was lovely. Clean, fluffy towels.
All staff were friendly.
Ate in the evening - gorgeous.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
05 May 2025
Colette
Beautiful period building , room was a good size .
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 May 2025
brian
Great location for rhs gardens
Nice garden good beer and food
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Apr 2025
Mark
Only stayed for one night. very pleased with hotel service breakfast staff very friendly. Definitely stay again if I’m in the area.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
13 Apr 2025
Philip
Very nice stay,
Some road noise but not hotel fault
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
07 Apr 2025
Debra
Although the Harvard Inn was busy with Sunday diners we were greeted warmly and efficiently. Arriving slightly before check in our room No 9 was ready. First impressions were positive. Spotlessly clean everywhere. Absolutely no complaints about bedroom or bathroom facilities. Only comment would be room was very hot, bathroom window could only be opened slightly (due to hooks in the wrong position) and the lack of a box of tissues. The room was noisy but it is on a busy main road. There was an excellent choice at breakfast all freshly cooked to order. Can’t recommend highly enough especially if like us you have a function at Stock Brook Manor - a very easy 5 minute drive away.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
31 Mar 2025
Simon

Lovely convenient overnight stay

We stayed here as it was convenient for a local wedding. We paid for an early check-in and the room was ready when we arrived. The room was de-luxe and comfortable. the staff were very friendly and courteous.
Breakfast provided a good choice, was leisurely, wholesome and tasty.
Our only downside was the road noise which is not really surprising for a Coaching Inn from tudor times and earlier
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Feb 2025
Paul

Great Place, amazing food

Lovely historical building. Nice warm rooms, very comfortable. Amazing food. Go for the pie !!
Business
10/10
Exceptional
08 Feb 2025
Colin

Lovely stay in a traditional inn

Quick overnight stay for family reasons, comfortable bed in a lovely clean well decorated bedroom . Evening meal and breakfast very good. Attentive service from staff, we will be back.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
29 Nov 2024
Philip
Top quality food, quality ingredients,
Great staff
Great room
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
18 Nov 2024
Tippy

Loved staying here.

Great service. Great restaurant. Really cute rooms. Loved the stay.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 Oct 2024
Victor
Lovely staff, great welcome and helpful with local advice.
Comfortable, clean, spacious room
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
07 Oct 2024
Gary
Fantastic service, friendly staff and amazing food.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
26 Sep 2024
Miss claire
Very nice accommodation, staff amazing , food is awesome..
breakfast perfect.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Sep 2024
Verified traveler
Lovely room, comfortable bed, nice breakfast, friendly staff, we really enjoyed our stay and will certainly return.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
18 Sep 2024
sarah
Was a little noisy as above the bar but lovely stay
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
31 Aug 2024
Theresa
The staff at this property is top-tier! Everyone was so friendly and accommodating. Our room was lovely, clean and had all the amenities. Our stay included free breakfast, which was an added bonus. The attached restaurant and bar served as a great place to gather with friends. I would highly highly recommend this hotel.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
31 Aug 2024
Adele
Very nice place to stay a couple nights, comfortable beds, loved the exposed beams. pretty area. Breakfast was delicious. Tracy and Mark were very nice members of staff. Would definitely stay again. Very convenient for our wedding venue.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Aug 2024
R
A very comfortable stay favukiua food and a good night's sleep. A high quality establishment will be back
Business
10/10
Exceptional
02 Aug 2024
Giuseppe
Really pleasant stay. Helpful, friendly & attentive staff.
8/10
Excellent
26 Jul 2024
Andrew

Nice inn in village location

Nice village inn. Room was clean and had everything you need - just a little compact and underwhelming (more like a motel as we were in the anex directly off the car park).

Breakfast excellent - good quality and freshly cooked.

Dinner in the inn pretty good and service friendly and efficient.

Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jul 2024
Kelly

Lovely hotel

The hotel was lovely great food in the restaurant. Rooms are large with fully equipped bathroom. Spacious and very clean and title. Friendly and helpful staff
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jul 2024
Michael
Easy to find
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
09 Jul 2024
TJ
We really enjoyed our brief stay, we were visiting family & Stock was a good base. The room was very nice & very clean. Breakfasts were excellent.
Only real issue was the shower panel, not big enough & water went all over the floor.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
08 Jul 2024
Julie

Lovely accommodation near Chelmsford

Lovely hotel/pub in a pretty village. Comfortable beds and super shower facilities. Breakfast was very good too- can recommend the full English and bacon sandwich.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jul 2024
Sonia
The Harvard Inn: A Historic Boutique Hotel

The Harvard Inn is a charming independent boutique hotel that exudes character and history. I stayed here while attending a local wedding.

🌟 **Atmosphere and History:**
The Harvard Inn stands as a testament to the past. Its walls have witnessed countless stories, and its wooden beams seem to hold secrets from centuries ago. As you step inside, you're greeted by an ambiance that transports you back in time.

🍸 **Caramel Espresso Martini:**
The bar at The Harvard Inn is a hidden gem. Their caramel espresso martini is a delightful concoction—a perfect blend of rich coffee, velvety caramel, and a kick of vodka. Sipping it feels like indulging in a decadent dessert.

🥗 **Harvard Salad:**
For foodies, the Harvard Salad is a revelation. Fresh greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crumbled feta come together in a symphony of flavors. The tangy vinaigrette ties it all together, leaving your taste buds dancing.

👩‍💼 **Exceptional Staff:**
The staff at The Harvard Inn deserves applause. Their warmth, attentiveness, and genuine care elevate the experience. Whether you need local recommendations or extra pillows, they're there with a smile.

⏰ **Room Request:**
The only minor quibble? A clock in the room would be helpful. Sometimes, amidst the historical charm, we still need to keep track of time.

In summary, The Harvard Inn is more than a hotel—it's a living piece of history. If you appreciate unique stays and crave a taste of the past, thi
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jul 2024
Michelle
Comfortable … friendliness of staff … beautiful location
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 May 2024
Ciaran
Beautiful property and great place to stay for business or leisure
Business Self
8/10
Excellent
26 May 2024
Mick

Pleasant stay

Excellent accommodation/food, service could have been swifter. Friendly staff and would go again.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
17 May 2024
Marilyn
All the staff extremely pleasant and attentive so near our wedding venue as well lovely visit
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
08 May 2024
Verified traveler
Nice clean room and delicious breakfast !
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
19 Mar 2024
Chris

Defo Stay again

Very comfortable, great staff, super convenient parking.
Didn't eat here in the evening, but Breakfast was excellent and served with a smile, all the staff are spot on.
Beware the full English, it's a whopper, there is a small English which will be my choice next time.
Business
8/10
Excellent
10 Mar 2024
Norma

Great location

Great location for a trip to see family in the area.
Lovely friendly staff and great food at breakfast and dinner
We stayed in a room in the old stables . Lovely big bed and the bathroom was large but there was nowhere comfortable to sit in the room
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
31 Jan 2024
Dean

Wonderful

I’ve stayed here on business a bunch of times and it is one of my favourite hotels. The entire place is beautifully done and rooms are superb. Breakfasts and dinners are first class and the staff are wonderful. 11/10
Business
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jan 2024
Arif

Staff could not be more lovely

Excellent, super friendly staff
Business
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jan 2024
Joel

Superb as ever

Just an amazing place. The food is incredible. Lovely cosy rooms. Friendly staff and superb athmosphere. Cannot recommend highly enough.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jan 2024
Mark

Another fantastic stay - Thank You

Always look forward to a stay at the Harvard Inn. Friendly staff, super rooms, great food and ambience. 10/10 for me
Business
6/10
Pleasant
03 Jan 2024
Verified traveler
2 twin beds pushed together with no topper and completely different mattresses so not comfortable, noisy with pub deliveries in the morning due to situation of room even though a quiet room was requested. Staff and food lovely
Business
10/10
Exceptional
03 Dec 2023
Andrew

Great stay with friends

Great stay, nice clean rooms good service, nice bar area.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
27 Oct 2023
Paul

Nice stay

Nice rooms, great staff, excellent food
Business
10/10
Exceptional
11 Oct 2023
Margaret
This property is beautiful, it had a lot of character.. So welcoming. Our lovely room used to be the old tables. Cosy clean, private and quiet. The bathroom was a lovely shower wet room. We went into a gorgeous restaurant, the staff were really attentive. The food melted in your mouth. the bar was comfortable, the bar tender, had good knowledge of what he was selling you. The breakfast, my goodness, yet another tasty meal.when you ate there was really soft, nice music in the background. We have stayed in a lot of places over the years. I can honestly say we have never come across anything better than this. We would not hesitate to go back. Thank you, staying with you made the weekend of our daughters wedding, more special.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Oct 2023
David
We always return to Stock when visiting friends in the area as The Village was our home for 12 years! We have eaten and drank at The Harvard many many times and never been disappointed! Always good to return, reminisce and see the Village develop.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
26 Sep 2023
Brian

Lovely place to stay.

Our room was very nice spacious and well appointed. The staff were all very friendly and efficient. Food in the restaurant was good. Will definitely stay again.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Sep 2023
Linda
No fault very welcoming
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Sep 2023
Zoe
Great breakfast options. We loved how close it was to Crondon Park Wedding venue.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
31 Aug 2023
richard
Sympathetically restored Inn. Clean and comfortable rooms. Friendly staff

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The Harvard Inn
High Street Stock, Ingatestone, United Kingdom

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