Down Hall Country House Hotel, Bishops Stortford, nr Stansted

This luxurious 4-star country-house hotel on the Hertfordshire/Essex border is set in a 110-acre estate. It has spacious rooms, a swimming pool and tennis courts.

The modern Grill Room Restaurant serves international cuisine and a range of beverages. Afternoon tea is served in the historic lounge with fireplace, or you can request a picnic in the grounds.

Down Hall Hotel also has a cocktail bar, free Wi-Fi, a conference centre and free parking.

The hotel is well-located for Bishop’s Stortford, Harlow and London Stansted Airport. The M11 and M25 are easy to reach, and provide easy access to London, Stansted and Cambridge.

Down Hall is situated in the Hertfordshire/Essex countryside. Attractions within driving distance include Audley End House, the Imperial War Museum Duxford, Lakeside Shopping Centre and Chelmsford.

Down Hall features 26 meeting and event rooms. The extensive grounds are ideal for team-building activities.

Throughout the year, Down Hall hosts a series of special events including gourmet picnics, Valentine's Day dinner, Mother's Day lunch, wedding fairs, Christmas party nights, two-day Christmas packages, Christmas Day lunch and New Year celebrations.

The rooms are spacious, luxurious and elegant, with many rooms featuring views over the landscaped gardens. All rooms have flat-screen TV and en suite marble bathrooms.

The additional cost for children up to 12 years old includes breakfast when sharing a room with their parents.