The Ferry Boat Inn

Bed & breakfast in Chelmsford with a marina and free breakfast

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

Standard Double or Twin Room | Laptop workspace, free WiFi

You can look forward to free cooked-to-order breakfast, a marina, and a garden at The Ferry Boat Inn. Adventurous travelers may like the boating and rowing/canoeing at this bed & breakfast. The on-site restaurant, The Ferry Boat Inn, offers lunch, dinner, light fare, and garden views. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a fireplace in the lobby and a bar.

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Bar
Pet friendly
Parking included
Free WiFi

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Oct 10 - Oct 11

Tomorrow

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Standard Double or Twin Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Yard

Separate sitting area

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Private bathroom

Free bottled water

Coffee/tea maker

Espresso maker

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Chelmsford is home to The Ferry Boat Inn. Mangapps Railway Museum and Museum of Power are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Battlesbridge Antiques and Craft Centre and Rayleigh Indoor Karting Stadium. Monkey Bizness and Festival Leisure Park are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, water skiing and sailing adventures can be found near the property.

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The Ferry Boat Inn, Ferry Rd, North Fambridge, Chelmsford, England, CM3 6LR

What's nearby

Hylands House and Park - 26 min drive - 20.8 miles
Chalkwell Beach - 29 min drive - 20.0 miles
Cliffs Pavilion - 31 min drive - 17.1 miles
Adventure Island - 32 min drive - 17.3 miles
Southend Pier - 32 min drive - 17.3 miles

Getting around

Chelmsford North Fambridge Station - 15 min walk
London (SEN-Southend) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Victory Inn - ‬21 min drive
‪Costa Coffee - ‬7 min drive
‪The Anchor Pub - ‬16 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
‪CJ's Bowling - ‬20 min drive

About this property

The Ferry Boat Inn

Property highlights

Take advantage of free cooked-to-order breakfast, a marina, and a garden at The Ferry Boat Inn. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like boating and rowing/canoeing at this bed & breakfast. The on-site restaurant, The Ferry Boat Inn, offers lunch, dinner, light fare, and garden views. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a fireplace in the lobby and a bar.

Other perks at this bed & breakfast include:

Free self parking
An electric car charging station, outdoor furniture, and a sail boat on site
Coffee/tea in the lobby and water sports equipment
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff

Room features

All guestrooms at The Ferry Boat Inn feature thoughtful touches such as laptop-friendly workspaces and separate sitting areas, as well as amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs.

Other conveniences in all rooms include:

Bathrooms with tubs or showers
Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
Private yards, wardrobes/closets, and separate sitting areas

Similar properties

Breakfast included
Pet friendly
Parking included
Free WiFi

$123 nightly

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Electric car charging station on site
Free self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

The Ferry Boat Inn

Things to do

Boat and paddles
Motor boating
Rowing/canoeing
Sail boat
Water sports equipment

Conveniences

Guidebooks
Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

Garden
Marina
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevator (single-level property)
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Designated smoking areas
Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower
Private bathroom
Towels provided

Entertainment

Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Espresso maker
Free bottled water
Restaurant dining guides

Desk chair
Electrical adapters
Heating
Laptop workspace
Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay free

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

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

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted

Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

The Ferry Boat Inn Chelmsford

The Ferry Boat Inn Bed & breakfast

The Ferry Boat Inn Bed & breakfast Chelmsford

Frequently asked questions

Is The Ferry Boat Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ferry Boat Inn?

As of Oct 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ferry Boat Inn on Nov 2, 2025 start from $119.7, excluding 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 The Ferry Boat Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Ferry Boat Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Ferry Boat Inn?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Ferry Boat Inn located?

Situated in Chelmsford, this bed & breakfast is within 9 mi (15 km) of Ramblers Stadium, Mangapps Railway Museum, and Battlesbridge Antiques and Craft Centre. Warren Golf Club and St John the Baptist Monastery are also within 9 mi (15 km). Chelmsford North Fambridge Station is 15 minutes by foot.