32 The Hythe

Maldon, Essex
Bed & Breakfast
+44 (0)1621 859435
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From
£120 - £130
per night

Come for home baked bread, eggs from the hens, arrays of fresh fruit, and fabulous river views… your hosts do lovely B&B

2 rooms

Rooms sleep 2

The Experience

Relish an Aga-cooked breakfast as the barges sail by. The garden runs almost into the river where these majestic craft are moored, and the mudflats are a bird watcher’s dream.

Beneath wide skies this extended fisherman’s house looks out at the back to 12th-century St Mary’s where Kim and Gerry ring the Sunday bells. It’s an immaculate B&B in a special location, and each cosy guest room has a river view. A short, steep walk up the hill brings you to the quaint High Street, but the Quay is the nicest part of town.

A two-minute stroll takes you to The Jolly Sailor, a pretty pub with a popular terrace. A ten-minute wander and you’re at the Maldon Smokehouse – great for a bucketful of prawns.

We think you'll love

Watching boats and birds from the comfort of the garden or your room (one with telescope, one with binoculars)
Being super close to seafood restaurants and pubs
Little treats for midnight feasts - from nuts to jelly beans

You should know

Breakfast is at one table with your fellow guests
Payment is by cash or cheque only
Unless you're here for the Maldon Mud Race or the Regatta, you may wish to avoid these busy dates

Essentials

Swimming pool
EV charger
Hot tub
Garden
Open fire / woodburner
Breakfast included
Breakfast available
Meals available
Vegetarian meals
Oven
Parking on premises
Free parking nearby
Accessible by public transport
WiFi
Television
Spa
Central heating
Limited mobility
Wheelchair access
Mobile reception
Hob
Bar
Barbecue
Licensed premises
Paid parking nearby
Air conditioning
Relaxation areas
Washing machine
Tennis court
Microwave oven
No smoking
Credit cards
Working farm
Owner has pets
Dishwasher
Pets welcome

Family friendly

Baby monitor
Books and toys
Children welcome
Babies welcome
Stair gates
High chair
Fire guard
Cot available

Nearby

Pub/bar within 3 miles
Restaurant within 3 miles
Shop within 3 miles

Activities

Bikes available
Food courses
Kayaking
Other courses
Sailing
Surfing
Wild swimming

Pricing

Nightly price: from £120
Surcharges: Singles £90-£100.

2 Doubles: From £120

Information

Booking information

Check in: 3pm
Check out: 10.30am
Other details: Over 14s welcome. Minimum stay: 2 nights.
Closed: Christmas & Boxing Day.
No smoking: Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
Meals: Pub 100 yds.

Reviews

Thank you Kim and Gerry for our stay which was calm and enjoyable. You made us welcome and we appreciated the comfy room and little treats after our cycling. Your home is bright and charming and in a perfect location. Also thanks for having us for the one night only; wish we could have stayed a bit longer. Our stay with you was one of the highlights of our cycling tour and we enjoyed our chat and the breakfast. Sandra

Sandra, Ilkley Jul 2021

32 The Hythe is the best bed and breakfast that we have ever stayed in. From the minute that we arrived Kim and Gerry made us feel so welcome. The room was so comfortable with a very comfortable bed ,luxurious bathroom and the most amazing views. We had a delicious breakfast served in the garden every morning. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend it and certainly intend to return soon.

Jill, Wetherby Jul 2021

We had a very relaxing few days, staying in a super family home. We were made very welcome and the facilities and breakfasts are first-rate. Luckily, the weather was good enough for breakfast in the garden with fabulous views over the moored sailing barges to the river and saltmarshes. Kim and Gerry kindly supplied plenty of good advice on places to eat and drink, and things to do. A great stay!

Bill & Maria, Derby May 2021

Keen sailors Kim and Gerry are as sunny in disposition as the huge sunflowers they grow in the garden. They clearly love hostng guests - serving breakfast straight from the Aga, and saving up tips on things to see and do. The perfect place to stay for a weekend in Maldon, and worth making the trip just to stay here.

Rebecca, Sawday's inspector Mar 2019

We had a lovely stay, we really enjoyed it. The house is fantastic with wonderful views. We were made very welcome and given delicious breakfasts. Will definitely return. Loved it!

Sally, Rugby Jun 2018

Very 'special' place. Charming friendly, helpful hosts, exceptionally good breakfast, wonderful room and picture perfect view. Great location. Excellent.

Marie, Edinburgh Sep 2017

Wonderful location, full of interest for a weekend visit - a room with a view and plenty of little extra touches and high quality breakfast to start the day off nicely.

viv Apr 2015

A perfect place to stay in every respect. We will certainly return.

JENNY

I have to start with a WOW!!! What a fabulous B&B. Although our visit was very quick, we are keen to re visit for a longer period. The attention to detail is second to none. Kim and Gerry are wonderful hosts. Breakfast was a feast full of delights. Highly recommend a visit.

Jane

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Location

The neighbourhood

Maldon has a peaceful, friendly charm. The Hythe is a historic quay where vintage sailing barges ply their trade in summer, and the Maldon Mud Race (May) and the Regatta (September) are a local sensation. For good food, try The Queen’s Head along the Quay. On the High Street, check out Mrs Salisbury’s Tea Rooms, and Dante’s Brasserie for gourmet fish and chips.

Local points of interest from Kim & Gerry Gibbs

Home of the Maldon Sea Salt company, used by many famous chefs and Wilkins jam factory with Tea Rooms, Tiptree and Heybridge
There are lovely coastal walks and bird watching opportunities along the Blackwater estuary with many strategically placed public houses for lunch
On our doorstep and viewed from the house we have many moored Thames sailing barges which offer river trips
Just a short car journey away you can explore the beautiful St Peters Chapel, Bradwell on sea built 654AD
Visit The Company Shed, West Mersea, frequented by many famous chefs
Enjoy a visit to RHS Gardens, Hyde Hall

Introducing

Kim & Gerry Gibbs

Kim and Gerry are experienced and very welcoming hosts. Gerry works in finance; Kim, born and bred in Maldon, used to work for consumer magazines. They bought The Hythe in 2006 as a family home, and later started doing B&B. They are keen sailors - Gerry likes racing - and have their own little boat.

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