Essex boutique hotels and houses perfect for Bridgerton

Muddy Stilettos has put together some of the best regency-style locations which would be fit for Bridgerton.

5 best in Essex

Wivenhoe House, Colchester

Muddy Stilettos said: "This elegant 18th century country house hotel holds a glorious afternoon tea, including a themed Princess Afternoon tea for the younger members of society.

"The Park Brasserie is the place to dine and while the rooms in the Garden Wing are more contemporary, the Luxury rooms in the main house reflect the 18th-century architecture of the historic house which is complete with original wooden beams and sash windows.

"Found your match? The weddings are spectacular here too."

Down Hall, Hatfield Heath

Muddy Stilettos said: "Another luxury wedding venue, Down Hall is beautiful from every angle – from the impressive building and grounds, the exquisite Grand Hall and the bedrooms each with a nod to the era of the building.

"There’s a variety of dining options, including the award-winning Garden Room, the outside terrace, and the Fox Bar with its intimate hotel lounge feel.

"And if that’s not luxe enough for you, there’s a spa too."

Orsett Hall, Orsett

Muddy Stilettos said: "If you want the full experience, check in to the William & Mary suite with its tapestry soft furnishings and dark wood four poster bed – we’re talking the kind you might find Benedict Bridgerton in, or the Whelan suite with a colourful Louis XIV style. Not in budget?

"The Hall’s Garden Brasserie is open for breakfast (non-residents welcome Mon-Fri), dinner and afternoon tea."

Greenwoods Hotel & Spa, Stock

Muddy Stilettos said: "Tucked away in the village of Stock, Greenwoods boasts beautiful grounds, luxury dining and a state-of-the-art spa, all housed in a 17th century manor house.

"After a quintessentially British afternoon tea? You can find that here, as well as the wine list in the lounge bar and a modern British menu in Ellis’s restaurant."

Greyfriars, Colchester

Muddy Stilettos said: "In its central location on Colchester’s High Street, this is one of the city’s more sophisticated places to meet friends for drinks.

"The Baroque Bar, along with the Venetian and Library Lounges, has a private member’s club aesthetic with it’s solid wood, leather and velvet decor.

"You can find the Brasserie menu here for casual dining, or there’s the Michelin recommended restaurant.

"The afternoon tea at Greyfriars is pretty spectacular too and can be enjoyed in the Baroque Bar; the silk-draped Rose Room with its 18th century panelling, or the more modern Art Deco inspired Cloisters.

"The bedrooms at Greyfriars are sympathetically decorated to reflect the buildings history, from the 18th to the 21st century restoration."