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15th Century Period Cottage In Saffron Walden, Essex England

15th Century Period Cottage In Saffron Walden, Essex England

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Interior

Overview of 15th Century Period Cottage In Saffron Walden, Essex England

10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Check out the area

ENG, Saffron Walden
  • Popular LocationFry Art Gallery1 min walk
  • Popular LocationBridge End Gardens2 min walk
  • Popular LocationWhittlesford Parkway Station17 min drive
  • Popular LocationStansted Airport Station20 min drive

Space details

2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 4
81 sq m
Bedroom 1
    1 double bed
Bedroom 2
    2 twin/single beds
Bathroom 1
    Shower
Bathroom 2
    Bathtub/shower combo

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

15th Century Period Cottage In Saffron Walden, Essex England

Chocolate box cottage in the heart of the market town of Saffron Walden and yet situated in a quiet back street and only 0.2 miles from the Market Square passing by an artisan bakery and interesting shops and restaurants along the way.

The cottage has undergone extensive renovation to include kitchen, bathroom and en-suite yet retains all of its historic character. The cottage is heavily beamed with a large inglenook fireplace to two rooms, oak floors to the downstairs. It has a small and very private courtyard garden. The property has on road parking available outside. Ideally situated to explore Saffron Walden and Cambridge and London is easily accessed by the local station Audley End which is a 5 minute drive away from the cottage. It is just perfect for two - four guests and idyllic for two.
Drake Cottage received the ROSE award from Visit England in 2022 in recognition of service excellence - only 100 hospitality venues receive the award in any year.

Property manager

Deborah Wheatley

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is allowed outside on the patio .

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center

Things to do

  • Golf on site
  • Golfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Smoke detector

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 875 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Highchair , travel cot and stair gate available

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

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About the neighborhood

Saffron Walden

Located in Saffron Walden, this cottage is in the city center. Audley End House and Walden Castle Keep are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Chilford Hall Vineyard and Gog Magog Golf Club. Traveling with kids? Consider Bridge End Gardens and Whoosh Explore. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.

What's nearby

  • Bridge End Gardens - 2 min walk
  • Market Square - 5 min walk
  • Old Sun Inn - 14 min walk
  • Saffron Walden Museum - 14 min walk
  • Audley End House - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Audley End Station - 5 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • Deja Vu - 18 min walk
  • The Temeraire - 4 min walk
  • The Duke of York - 7 min walk
  • The Kings Arms - 4 min walk
  • Bicicletta - 5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 15th Century Period Cottage In Saffron Walden, Essex England pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 15th Century Period Cottage In Saffron Walden, Essex England?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 15th Century Period Cottage In Saffron Walden, Essex England?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 15th Century Period Cottage In Saffron Walden, Essex England located?

This family-friendly cottage is located in the city center, within 1 mi (2 km) of Fry Art Gallery and Audley End House. Bridge End Gardens and Market Square are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 118 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 118 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 118 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 118 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 118 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vicki B., Niskayuna, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Cottage
The cottage has all modern conveniences and is tastefully decorated. Everything was comfortable. The stairs are a bit challenging. The cottage is easy walking distance to town. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clare D.

Liked: Cleanliness
A gem of a cottage
This cottage is set in walking distance of the town but in a quiet backstreet among other period houses. Plenty of space for two independent adults and much hilarity with the stairs - do as we did and decant suitcase contents downstairs! Communication before and during the stay was excellent and loved all the homely touches of the cottage. 100% recommend staying here for a real Saffron Walden experience! Thank you Deb, will look forward to a return visit
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Russell P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Drake Cottage
Drake Cottage 13- 20 October Sorry for delay in responding. This in no way reflects our enjoyment of our stay in Drake Cottage. A message was left in the Cottage visitor book. We found the cottage to be everything we required in comfort and modern convenience while retaining the feeling of old-world charm. It was beautifully appointed for self-catering and was spotlessly clean. The beds, pillows and the bedding were luxurious and more comfortable than any we have ever experienced over many years of both hotel and self-catering holidays. The location of the cottage was superb for access to the town centre. it made for a most interesting and relaxing holiday venue.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Stay
Cozy cottage with full of character, made great by the owners attention to detail. No complaints at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rainer A.

Liked: Cleanliness
One of the oldest houses in Saffron Walden!
A most delightful and original cottage- very lovingly arranged for holidaymakers. Superbly equipped - nothing wanting at all!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter H., Calgary, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Just Excellent
This is the place where we always try to stay when in Saffron Walden. Highly recommended
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quirky but beautiful cottage
Ideally situated this property is what my 6 year old would describe as a "wonky donkey " house! It is beautiful but you have to be very aware upstairs if you are tall (there are warnings in the guest book etc). The only slight frustration and not one the owners can control is the parking. Despite signs saying the parking outside was for Drake Cottage people parked there regardless and so we had to unload and put our car in the local public car park but realistically that is a first world problem!!! All in all a fabulous stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super spot in Saffron Walden
Charming and comfortable cottage to stay in the heart of the medieval market town. Has everything you need: very well equipped kitchen, cosy living room, comfortable beds, with lovely linens, good shower with powerful spray and plenty of hot water, big tub if you want a soak. Little outside garden area for fine weather. Walking distance from center of SF, Saffron Hall for concerts, Audley End. Only downside, which I think would not be an issue for most is the narrow, turning staircase with low overhead beams to access the upstairs. We are in our late 60s and could manage it fine, but if you were very tall, or not terribly mobile, this might be an issue. We loved the cottage and would certainly return.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness
review
A very cosy cottage with all that you need. A well stocked kitchen and comfortable berooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

leslie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So cozy and beautiful! After weeks on the road the Bosch washer/dryer was most welcome. The private patio was a perfect hideaway for morning coffee, afternoon tea, evening wine: flowers blooming, birds singing. We were greeted with a generous welcome tray: coffee, tea, shortbread biscuits, and milk in the frig. Audley End House and Garden are within walking distance. Closer is Bridge End Garden, a lovely surprise. Lunch at The Eight Bells-within a grade II listed building- was delectable and also an easily walkable distance. We had items to ship home and found everything we needed to do so (including a UPS shipment desk at a local business) in walking distance. Housekeeper Lucy is commendable. The cottage was spotless, everything was in good working order. Lucy also quickly responded to our questions. We stayed for 4 nights and I wish we'd planned for longer.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022