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We've been Morganised!
Team Melvyn and Sindy are lapping the competition with this unique B&B on the Essex-Hertfordshire border. Situated in the midst of a garage/showroom dedicated to the marvellous Morgan automobile, The PitStop experience gets off to a flying start as you are warmly greeted by Melvyn, the Proprietor, and his very lovely wife, Sindy, and quickly passes the first corner as all the paperwork and paying of cash are taken care of swiftly and efficiently. We then change up a gear as Melvyn straps on his racing goggles and takes us on an extensive tour of the whole place (not just our room). All of the rooms are named after Morgan cars, and ours is called the Super Sports. It is a stunning Art Deco room with a beautifully crafted en suite. Then we are shown The Diner, a large kitchen area with an American Diner theme. You do not get served meals at The Pitstop, you see, the Diner is open 24 hours and you just help yourself to the food (and there is plenty), or cook you own meals or takeaway. An unusual concept, but very convenient, and the Diner is so superbly appointed that you may want to spend all your time in there anyway. We happily refuelled on tea and coffee, cooked pizza and curry, and helped ourselves to a substantial breakfast. Our room proved the perfect place to switch off the engine for the night, being spacious, comfortable and a pleasure to just sit and relax in. You do not have to be a car enthusiast to enjoy The PitStop, as it is less a place to stay and more a self-contained little universe, in which Melvyn, Sindy and the Morgans (the four-wheeled permanent residents) make you feel like you belong.
We had a great time being at The PitStop for just one night, and will definitely be back soon for another go around. Congratulations Melvyn and Sindy, you take the chequered flag.
Dee and Bryan