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Little Stretton

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The White House

Takeley, Essex, England

The White House in Takeley, Essex, England
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About The White House

This 15th-century, historically listed manor house is set in an acre of beautiful gardens. It is less than 2 miles from Stansted Airport, and offers free Wi-Fi and free private parking on site. Rooms at The White House are simply furnished, and have a flat-screen TV and DVD player. Rooms all have picturesque views, a work desk, and a bathroom with a hairdryer. A buffet breakfast is provided each morning for those who have early departures, and a full cooked breakfast is also served. Food is made from high-quality local ingredients. Evening meals are available at the nearby pub, just a mile away. The center of Bishop's Stortford is a 15-minute drive from The White House. The Imperial War Museum at Duxford is a 25-minute drive from the building.


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