In picturesque Thaxted, Swan Hotel is just 8 miles from London Stansted Airport. The historic coaching inn features a charming restaurant, real ale bar and elegant rooms with free Wi-Fi. The bright and airy bedrooms have stylish decor, and some have vintage features. All rooms have a private modern bathroom, tea/coffee facilities, a TV and work desk. Traditional British cuisine is served in the beautiful restaurant, which features exposed beams and open fires. Guests can enjoy local ales and fine wines in the cozy bar or on the terrace. Swan Hotel is surrounded by scenic Essex countryside, and is just a 15-minute drive from the ancient Hatfield Forest. Free on-site parking is available, and highway M11 is a 20-minute drive away.