Rayne accommodation from AU$79

Choosing to stay in Braintree is smart, as it's situated just 5 kilometres away from the city's core. If you're thinking about spending a few nights in this lovely neighbourhood, make a booking at the White Hart Braintree. It's the only available hotel in the area, so you better be quick!

For more options, try out the Black Lion Hotel and the Stables at The Starr Inn. They are located 25 kilometres and 10 kilometres respectively from the main center. Further alternatives include the Holiday Inn Brentwood M25, Jct. 28, 35 kilometres away, and the Best Western Ivy Hill Hotel, 20 kilometres.

11 kilometres to the northeast of Rayne is Sible Hedingham, where you'll find the Braintree Public Gardens and the Towerlands Park Golf Course. The White Hart Hotel and Ollivers Farm Bed & Breakfast are just some of the apartment and hotel options in Sible Hedingham. 13 kilometres to the east of Rayne you'll also find Earls Colne, which is home to the Essex Golf & Country Club and Kings Arms. Regardless of whether you're passing through or spending a few nights in Earls Colne, set aside some time to check out the East Anglian Railway Museum and Paycockes.

Colchester can be found 25 kilometres away from Rayne. While you are here, be sure to visit the University of Essex, the Colchester Castle Park and the Hollytrees Museum. The Colchester Natural History Museum and the Colchester Castle Museum are also worth your time. Should you wish to stay in Colchester, check out the rates and amenities at The Victory at Mersea and Holiday Inn Colchester.

If you're travelling into or out of Stansted Airport and are looking to stay nearby, try the Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport or The White House - B&B.