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9.4

448 reviews

The PitStop

The PitStop

At Melvyn Rutter Ltd, The Morgan Garage, Little Hallingbury, Birchanger, CM22 7RA, United Kingdom

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Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Meeting/Banquet facilities

Parking On Site

Soundproof rooms

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Elevator

The PitStop

Welcome to The PitStop, the charming bed and breakfast nestled just a short 3mi from the vibrant heart of Bishops Stortford! Located at Melvyn Rutter Ltd, The Morgan Garage in Little Hallingbury, this delightful B&B offers a cozy retreat for every kind of traveler. Priced from just £65 a night, you'll find yourself enveloped in comfort and stylish charm, ready to recharge your adventurer's spirit!

Wake up each morning to a delightful breakfast that will set the tone for your day of exploration! With soundproof rooms that promise a peaceful escape from the buzz of travel, you can enjoy your stay without a care in the world. Plus, you can easily park for free during your visit, which lets you focus on enjoying the sights of Bishops Stortford and surrounding areas. Our guests rave about their experiences, boasting an impressive 448 reviews that reflect the warm hospitality and attentiveness you can expect at The PitStop.

From our wheelchair-accessible facilities to the complimentary Wi-Fi and free toiletries, every detail is designed with your comfort in mind. Whether you're in town for a business meeting or a weekend getaway, you'll appreciate the convenience of our meeting and banquet facilities, along with the welcoming atmosphere of our non-smoking property, where relaxation awaits you. Join us at The PitStop, where your perfect stay is just a reservation away!

At The PitStop, we believe in creating unforgettable experiences beyond just a place to rest your head. Imagine spending your evenings mingling with fellow travelers in our cozy common areas or enjoying a nightcap in our inviting lounge. Don't forget to ask our friendly staff for local recommendations—they're filled with insider tips that will help you uncover the hidden gems of Bishops Stortford and the surrounding countryside.

As you embark on your adventures, you'll be thrilled to explore the diverse offerings nearby! Lace up your walking shoes and take a stroll along the scenic River Stort, or hop on a train to visit the picturesque town of Saffron Walden. Thrill-seekers can unwind at the local adventure parks, while history buffs can immerse themselves in the rich heritage of the area. After an action-packed day, return to The PitStop to relax and relive the day’s memories, all while sipping a warm cup of tea or a refreshing drink from our well-stocked bar.

To ensure a delightful stay, we've designed our hospitality to cater to every individual traveler. From the complimentary Wi-Fi that keeps you connected to home, to the thoughtful touch of our free toiletries—comfort is our priority. And for those seeking flexibility, we accept a variety of payment methods including cash, Mastercard, Visa, and Maestro. So come and discover why The PitStop is not just a place to stay, but a cozy haven that adds a sprinkle of magic to your travels!

Closest airports

London Stansted Airport

4.4mi

London City Airport

23.2mi

Luton Airport

23.7mi

London Heathrow Airport

37mi

London Gatwick Airport

49.2mi

Most popular amenities

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Meeting/Banquet facilities

Parking On Site

Soundproof rooms

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Bidet

Soundproof

Rooms

Executive Double Room in The PitStop

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Executive

1 Queen Size Bed

235 sqft

Private Bathroom

Washing machine

Flat-screen TV

Upper floors accessible by elevator

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Twin Room in The PitStop

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Room - 2 Twin

2 Twin Beds

205 sqft

Private Bathroom

Washing machine

Flat-screen TV

Upper floors accessible by elevator

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Double Room in The PitStop

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Double Room

1 Double Bed

120 sqft

Private Bathroom

Washing machine

Flat-screen TV

Upper floors accessible by elevator

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Guest reviews

9.4

448 reviews

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WiFi quality

Breakfast

Featured reviews:

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Markwinchester

10

November 2024

The room was amazing, the owners had put a great deal of effort into creating a highly memorable and enjoyable experience. The quality of work, and attention to detail, on the decorating was outstanding. As well as looking great, the room was very comfortable. A great feature of the hotel was the "24 hour diner" actually a large room done in the style of a 1950s American diner, but equipped with all you needed for breakfast and availabile all the time. Ideal for an esrly departure or a leisurely breakfast.

everything was great

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Lara

10

June 2024

EVERYTHING! Melvyn and Sindy were the best - very helpful and friendly. He let us check in early as we had planned a day out. The room was spotlessly clean. It was quiet, very comfortable. The attention to detail in our room and of the whole place was exceptional. Loved the American diner breakfast room. We enjoyed the fact that we could make our own breakfast with a good range of ingredients available. If you're a car enthusiast, especially Morgans, then this is the place for you. A showroom full of these beautiful cars and we could see that they are Melvyn's passion. Loved the pink and blue his and hers ones! Ideally situated close to Stansted Airport, Bishop's Stortford and the Henry Moore Foundation, to mention a few. A great place to book out for a birthday with family or friends. The Pitstop is great value for money and definitely a place to visit again.

Nothing that I can think of!! It is a quirky, fun place to stay, so if quirky, and fun isn't your thing then you won't enjoy it - we LOVED IT!

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Helen

10

November 2024

Beautifully decorated accommodation. Very friendly and helpful host. It was great being able to get up and have breakfast at our leisure and help ourselves to what we wanted from the range of food on offer. The bedroom was lovely and a comfortable bed. The accommodation is set in a picturesque location within a short drive from the airport. The bonus of being able to view the owners exquisite collection of vintage Morgan sports cars kept at the property was fantastic.

The only down side was we could hear the planes taking off frequently overhead which disturbed me a bit ( we live in a quiet rural location so unfortunately notice any noise easily). However this didn't spoil the stay.

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Rachel

10

November 2024

The photo's of this place don't really do it justice. My family had all 4 bedrooms so had the whole thing which was great for breakfast together and swapping rooms to share make up for going out! Also, my 80 year old Dad is a very bad sleeper and he'll wander around at night so it was great he had space to move, he could watch telly in the kitchen and there was also a lift. The attention to detail on the car memorabilia and the Art Deco was superb. If we needed to visit that area again, I would definitely go back. For a Dad, sister, us and 2 teenagers it was absolutely ideal!

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David

8.2

August 2024

Had a great stay in mid July for one evening. Melvyn was extremely courteous on arrival and showed us all around the property despite being on crutches. Quirky B&B, with great decor and comfortable beds. We stayed in the twin room as this was only room left at time of booking. Outstanding diner themed kitchen area for self service breakfast. This experience was a little odd at first, as expected when cooking in someone else's kitchen, but a lot of fun and the food available was varied and plenty. Managed to fit in a quick look round the superb Morgans in the showroom under the bedrooms.

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Sewell

10

June 2024

Everything. As a petrol head the PitStop is my dream B&B. It is in an actual Morgan dealership.The rooms are beautifully decorated, the bathroom was large with a wet room style shower. The american diner/breakfast room is a work of art with lots of Morgan memorabilia on the walls and even the windows are from the original Morgan factory. The attention to detail is fantastic. Melvyn, Sindy and their family are very welcoming and great hosts. There are lots of pubs and restaurants in the local area for evening meals. We shall be returning soon in our classic car to attend a near by show.

There wasn't anything that we didn't like.

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Jbl2

9.1

May 2024

It's an experience, not to be missed, because you can feast your eyes on all the stunning Morgans and stay in comfort. Melvin and his wife have thought about every tiny detail. He was so welcoming and took the time to show us to our room and explain where everything was in the Diner, which is amazing and you feel like you've been spirited back to 1960s America. He gave us a recommendation for a pub, a few miles down the road but was also happy for us to bring a takeaway into the diner. The room was spacious, the bed was comfortable, a great shower and spacious bathroom. The location was close to Bishops Stortford and Stanstead. They were very generous with snacks and biscuits, different options for breakfast. It's a great Pit Stop and it represents good value for money. Thankyou.

More fruit with our breakfast.

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Lionel

10

August 2022

Breakfast was just want we wanted, literally. The kitchen was stocked up with all the items needed for breakfast and we prepared it the way we liked. The kitchen is available 24 hours a day and in the evening we brought in food and cooked it for ourselves, sat in the American style diner watching Grease on the TV ( in memory of Olivia Newton John) and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. What other guest house can you walk into the kitchen and do cheese on toast at 3 in the afternoon. The rooms are themed and finished to a high standard. The bed was extremely comfortable and my partner recorded a sleep score in the 80's ( for those unfamiliar with Fitbit that's brilliant). Melvyn and Sindy were very welcoming and gave us the grand tour of the building and dealership ( you don't have to be into vehicles to appreciate what effort has gone into every aspect of the business). The rooms are very quiet and the only noise we heard was through the open windows when the birds sang us a dawn chorus. A fabulous concept very well executed. Do yourself a favour and stay at the Pitstop, you won't regret it.

I just can't think of anything negative.

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Sandra

9.1

July 2024

Friendly welcome, lovely clean facilities with welcoming kitchen diner well stocked with tea,coffee, snacks and breakfast. Comfy bed. Good communication prior to visit by the host who was very helpful with taxi details etc. Loved the extra surprises such as biscuits and snack bars, fruit etc available on arrival in the kitchen. Good value and would visit again. Would recommend.

It was a little too warm overnight in the four poster bed despite the fan and windows open ( but it was end of June summer night) so not unexpected!🙂

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Yvonne

10

July 2023

Beautiful hotel spotless , details amazing american breakfast diner wes perfect beautifully decorated really really sparkling and clean as was everywhere else Melvyn and sindy lovely friendly couple very proud of their hotel and gorgoues morgan cars .

The walk to the nearest pub resturaunt was a little hairy the cars drive really fast and there is not much pavement it was a long walk but a 10 min car drive there is parking at the side or the front of the thatcher there is also a coop near by .for a nice chilled bottle of wharever you want, so next time we will definatly drive we orderd a cab home it cost 10,00 pounds.

Points of Interest Around The PitStop

Airports

London Stansted Airport

4.4mi

London City Airport

23.2mi

Luton Airport

23.7mi

London Heathrow Airport

37mi

London Gatwick Airport

49.2mi

Amenities of The PitStop

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Meeting/Banquet facilities

Parking On Site

Soundproof rooms

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Bidet

Soundproof

Stay rules - The PitStop

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property