Places to stay in Saffron Walden

This five-bedroom Essex barn conversion, near Great Bardfield and a short drive from Finchingfield, offers a secluded rural retreat in the picturesque Essex countryside.
Sleeping up to twelve guests, this self-catering property boasts a jacuzzi, extensive garden with BBQ and firepit, and is conveniently located near Frenches Farm equestrian centre, with five bedrooms, two bathrooms, and ample parking.

This Little Sampford bungalow, situated within the grounds of Spains Hall near Thaxted (a 6-minute, 6km drive away), offers secluded countryside living close to the historic Blue Bell Inn and Dick Turpin walking routes.
Sleeping up to 6 guests comfortably (with potential for more using airbeds), this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom property boasts a jacuzzi, private garden, and fully equipped kitchen including a dishwasher, plus excellent guest ratings for cleanliness and location.

This Hadstock holiday cottage is situated a short walk from St Botolph's Church, famed for potentially possessing the oldest working door in the country.
Sleeping up to six guests in three bedrooms and one bathroom, the property boasts a well-equipped kitchen, swimming pool, parking (including an EV charger), access to trampolines, a climbing gym, and a tennis court, plus flexible rental options.

Ponds Cottage is a charming rural retreat located just a short 15-minute drive from Stansted Airport, offering a peaceful escape in the Essex countryside. The cottage has received excellent ratings for its cleanliness, location, and overall experience.
This 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom cottage can accommodate up to 6 guests. It features a modern kitchen with a fridge, microwave oven, and dishwasher, plus a garden, parking, and superfast internet, making it perfect for families and those working remotely.

This expansive estate is located on seven private acres in Essex, offering seclusion and privacy, with Stansted Airport approximately 24 to 32 kilometres away and London reachable within 80 kilometres.
This luxury residence accommodates up to 16 guests and boasts a heated swimming pool, tennis court, high-end gym with a steam pod, a 12-seat cinema, arcade, pool games room, and a dedicated party barn, alongside tranquil natural surroundings including a pond and woodland.

This Essex farmhouse, near Thaxted, offers easy access to Saffron Walden (a short drive), Audley End House and Gardens (also a short drive), and Cambridge (further afield).
The 45 square metre self-catering property features a king-size bedroom, bathroom with shower and bath, open-plan living space with exposed beams, a fully equipped kitchen, private garden, parking, hot tub, and accommodates two guests.

Cornish Hall End, a 16th-century manor house, is situated in the Essex countryside, a short drive from the picturesque village of Finchingfield and approximately 40km from Cambridge.
This luxurious 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom property sleeps 10 guests and boasts a chef's kitchen with an AGA cooker, a heated swimming pool, tennis court access, and 22 acres of gardens, orchards, and paddocks.

This spacious Essex bungalow is situated in the Sampfords, near Spains Hall (Jamie Oliver's filming location), approximately 80km from London and 50km from Cambridge, offering easy access to Thaxted and Dick Turpin's historic route.
The 200 square metre property boasts four bedrooms, two bathrooms, sleeps up to 18 guests (with airbeds), a private one-acre garden, swimming pool, hot tub, cinema room, and is within walking distance of a 5-star Italian restaurant.

Kings Barn, a five-bedroom property in Lindsell, Essex, is situated 19 kilometres from Hedingham Castle and 15 kilometres from London Stansted Airport.
This spacious country house sleeps 23 guests, boasting a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, a Jacuzzi, private parking, a garden with outdoor dining area, and free Wi-Fi; nearby attractions include Freeport Braintree.

This two-bedroom house in Shudy Camps offers comfortable accommodation for up to six guests, situated 18km from Audley End House, 23km from Cambridge University, and 25km from Hedingham Castle.
The property features a fully equipped kitchen with fridge and microwave, a private garden, free Wi-Fi, on-site parking, and allows pets; interim cleans and linen changes are available for stays exceeding ten days.

This Harston annexe offers a peaceful rural retreat, situated 10.3km from the University of Cambridge and 6.4km from the Imperial War Museum Duxford.
The 65 square metre self-catering apartment features two bedrooms, one bathroom, a microwave, private garden, parking, and accommodates up to seven guests.

South Lodge is a Grade II listed cottage located within the deer park of Quendon Hall, a historic Queen Anne mansion house, just 20 kilometres from Stansted Airport and the M11, offering a peaceful setting surrounded by beautiful scenery. It boasts excellent user, location, and cleanliness ratings.
The cottage has two bedrooms and three bathrooms, comfortably accommodating up to six guests. It offers a newly renovated designer-styled interior, a cosy and comfortable living space, a fully equipped kitchen, an outdoor terrace, and flexible accommodation options for families or groups.

This one-bedroom house in Thaxted is situated 11km from Stansted Airport and 13km from Audley End House.
The 45 square metre property features a jacuzzi, private garden, parking, and accommodates up to three guests, with a fully equipped kitchen including a fridge.

This 6-bedroom house in Whittlesford provides a pet-friendly retreat with private parking and a large enclosed garden, conveniently situated within easy reach of local shops, restaurants, and transport links.
The spacious accommodation offers a fully equipped kitchen, a dedicated lounge area, and accommodates up to 12 guests, with 24/7 support available for a comfortable and flexible stay.

This detached house in Duxford offers comfortable family accommodation with four bedrooms, sleeping up to six guests, and features a private rear garden and on-premises parking, benefiting from excellent road connectivity via the A505 and M11 Junction 10 for easy travel to Cambridge. Guests can enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, two bathrooms, and high-speed WiFi, with Whittlesford Parkway station just a short distance away for direct train journeys to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street.

Pettits Cottage, a recently renovated one-bedroom self-catering property in Linton village centre, is less than 0.03km from a pub and close to a coffee shop, bakery, and Co-op.
This Linton holiday home offers a king-size bed, a double sofa bed (linen extra), a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, and a small enclosed courtyard; it sleeps two guests and is within walking distance of Linton's amenities.