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32 The Hythe

Maldon, Essex
Bed & Breakfast
+44 (0)1621 859435
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Per night
£140 - £150

2 rooms

Rooms sleep 2

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

Per night
£140 - £150

Visit the owner's site and book direct with them. No fees or fuss from us.

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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

EV charger
Swimming pool
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 £140
Surcharges: Singles £100.

2 Doubles: From £140

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

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

Jenny, Huntingdon Aug 2025

32, The Hythe was the best bed and breakfast we have ever stayed at. The rooms, house and gardens were beautifully presented with so much attention to detail. The breakfast was very extensive, extremely fresh and yummy. Kim and Gerry were really lovely hosts, generous with their time and knowledge. The location could not be beaten!!

Jill, Leamington Spa Jul 2025

32 The Hythe is a gem of a B&B. Kim and Gerry are attentive hosts, our room was very comfortable with a fantastic view of the quay and Thames Barges, and the breakfasts are great! There are local walks around Maldon and plenty to explore a little further afield. Kim provided first rate advice on trips out and restaurants. We wanted for nothing!

Shelagh, Amersham, Buckinghamshire Jun 2025

I arrived Friday afternoon, ready to attend a party the following day, cruising on a vintage barge, boarding opposite 32 The Hythe. I realised I was lucky to find something so close but I couldn’t possible have imagined how amazing it was going to be. The room was charming and comfortable with the usual teas & coffee provided and so much more. Breakfast was wonderful and served in the garden as it was such good weather. I was sad to leave on Sunday, but I certainly recommend a stay there.

Sarah, Newbury Nov 2024

This review is overdue given the fabulous 3 nights we spent here. Kim and Gerry are welcoming hosts and have thought of everything. The luxury and comfort of our stay was in the detail. A pair of field glasses for you to bird watch from the bedroom window. Milk in the fridge. "Nice" tea/ground coffee/ hot chocolate for ad hoc drinks plus shortbread in a jar and sweet treats refreshed daily. Q tips in the bathroom, hot water bottles in the wardrobe drawer; it was home away from home. The breakfasts are DELICIOUS - Suffice to say they set the bar very high & I hope to be back.

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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.