10/10 Excellent
Sharon W.
22 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
Sharon W.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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15th Century Period Cottage In Saffron Walden, Essex, England
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4875 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Saffron Walden, ENG
- Bridge End Gardens2 min walk
- Saffron Walden Museum14 min walk
- Audley End House3 min drive
- London (STN-Stansted)20 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet
Shower room 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
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.
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
Premier Host
Languages
English
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Highchair , travel cot and stair gate available
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is allowed outside on the patio .
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Saffron Walden
Located in Saffron Walden, this cottage is in the city centre. Audley End House and Old Sun Inn are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Chilford Hall Vineyard and Gog Magog Golf Club. Travelling with kids? Consider Bridge End Gardens and Whoosh Explore. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
Saffron Walden, ENG
What's nearby
- Fry Art Gallery - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
- Bridge End Gardens - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Market Square - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- Saffron Walden Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Audley End House - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Duke of York - 7 min walk
- The Temeraire - 4 min walk
- Waffle and Coffee - 5 min walk
- the Railway Arms - 11 min walk
- The Curious Goat - 4 min walk
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Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Suzanne T.
6 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning period cottage in Saffron Walden
Suzanne T.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Russell P.
13 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Drake Cottage
Russell P.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rainer A.
28 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of the oldest houses in Saffron Walden!
Rainer A.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Peter H., Calgary, Canada
20 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just Excellent
Peter H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Catherine T.
13 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quirky but beautiful cottage
Catherine T.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jean C.
25 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Super spot in Saffron Walden
Jean C.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Robert M.
29 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
review
Robert M.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Nicola C.
23 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous cottage and host
Nicola C.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kathryn J.
13 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
Kathryn J.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Elise R.
21 Dec 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place. Location, decor, equipment, beds - loved it all.
Elise R.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Patrick W.
14 Dec 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location, lovely town
Patrick W.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
8/10 Good
Hannah W.
7 Dec 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage right in the middle of Saffron Walden
Hannah W.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Chris H.
30 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect short break
Chris H.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Val T.
15 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hosts thought of every possible need
Val T.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Max H.
14 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property
Max H.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Janice f.
3 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Picture postcard cottage in ideal location
Janice f.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Heather O.
1 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect chocolate box cottage
Heather O.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Anita H.
20 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage in great location
Anita H.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Mark M.
28 Jul 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet cottage, sweet holidays
Mark M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Jenny B.
13 Jul 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow, what a gem!
Jenny B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Carolyn B.
4 Jul 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming cottage full of character
Carolyn B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Dominic N., Cambridgeshire
21 Jun 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful stay. A beautiful cottage in a perfect location.
Dominic N.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2021
8/10 Good
Abdulwahab A.
5 Jun 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Quite & pleasant
Abdulwahab A.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Trish S.
1 Jun 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay @ Drake Cottage
Trish S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
About the host
Hosted by Deborah Wheatley
This cottage was bought to be our personal bolt hole when visiting England and also a home to share with our friends and family as we currently live in Fort Lauderdale Florida. We have dual British and American citizenship having moved to the USA 23 years ago.
The cottage is our personal pride and joy and it will be a pleasure for us to share this historic cottage with you.
The cottage is our personal pride and joy and it will be a pleasure for us to share this historic cottage with you.
Why they chose this property
We fell in love with the cottage in 2012 while visiting Saffron Walden; it was so pretty with roses around the door and only a 2 minute walk from the town's restaurants and shops. We had lived in Saffron Walden before moving to Chicago, USA in 1999 and now live in Fort Lauderdale , Florida. We are very happy to have bought the cottage so we get to spend time in England.
We love Saffron Walden with its historic centre and market place and the cottage's location, though in a very quiet street, is only a few minutes from the shops, market place, pubs and restaurants making it unnecessary to drive anywhere when in town. The cottage is only 25 minutes drive from the centre of Cambridge and a 45 minute train ride to the London Underground.
We love Saffron Walden with its historic centre and market place and the cottage's location, though in a very quiet street, is only a few minutes from the shops, market place, pubs and restaurants making it unnecessary to drive anywhere when in town. The cottage is only 25 minutes drive from the centre of Cambridge and a 45 minute train ride to the London Underground.
What makes this property unique
If you are looking for a romantic period cottage to spend a week or weekend this cottage is a perfect match. 15th century charm with up to date plumbing, kitchen and bathrooms.
It's location between Cambridge and London make it an ideal base for visiting the UK as the Audley End train station with its regular service to both cities is a 10 minute drive away making it unnecessary to drive into the cities. It is also perfectly situated for touring the East Anglia area including Suffolk and Norfolk.
The cottage oozes character from every beam and has a very warm and welcoming atmosphere. Audley End Park is only a 5 minute walk away from the cottage meaning you can enjoy the English countryside as well as all that the town itself offers.
It's location between Cambridge and London make it an ideal base for visiting the UK as the Audley End train station with its regular service to both cities is a 10 minute drive away making it unnecessary to drive into the cities. It is also perfectly situated for touring the East Anglia area including Suffolk and Norfolk.
The cottage oozes character from every beam and has a very warm and welcoming atmosphere. Audley End Park is only a 5 minute walk away from the cottage meaning you can enjoy the English countryside as well as all that the town itself offers.
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