The Dovecote - unique self-contained 1bed renovated barn is located in Saffron Walden, just 6.8 miles from Audley End House and 9.2 miles from Stansted Mountfitchet Station. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi. Outdoor seating is also available at the vacation home. Offering a terrace with garden views, this vacation home also features a flat-screen TV, a well-equipped kitchen with an oven, a microwave, and a toaster, as well as 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and slippers. There's also a seating area and a fireplace. Guests at The Dovecote - unique self-contained 1bed renovated barn can enjoy hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. University of Cambridge is 18 miles from the accommodation, while Knebworth House is 27 miles from the property. The nearest airport is London Stansted Airport, 11 miles from The Dovecote - unique self-contained 1bed renovated barn.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.2
Free Wifi
9.4
High score for Saffron Walden

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Matt
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful location in lovely countryside and a short drive to Saffron Walden. Wonderful conversation, thoughtfully done.
  • Kelly
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Absolutely everything, the extra touches were perfect.
  • Maureen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautifully renovated old building - small yet perfect for the two of us, including kitchen facilities! Thoughtful touches including goodies and essentials left for us, and great information about the area. Wood burning stove was a real treat!
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The clever conversion was cosy and comfortable. I was sad that it was warm and I had no opportunity to light the wood burner. I may go back in colder weather just to hunker down and be cosy. Everything you need is there including some supplies in...
  • Marc
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    First impressions on entering the accommodation was a wow factor. Denise loved the fact that the fridge was well stocked so thank you Mel. It was extremely clean and we loved all the little details of the property. The facilities were great. A...
  • Andrew
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything about our stay at the Dovecote was exceptional. The location is perfect for a real getaway from it all. The only noise we heard was the birds and a Muntjac deer barking. The Dovecote itself is so wonderful, with so much attention to...
  • Nicola
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It was welcoming, beautifully renovated with lovely views. Just what we expected. It was a peaceful, relaxing property with a very comfortable bed.
  • Ian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Wonderful renovated property In beautiful surroundings
  • Marybeth117
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Our stay at The Dovecote was perfect. The location is quiet and peaceful yet fairly near to Saffron Walden and Cambridge. The Dovecote is clean and comfortable and has a great shower. Good place for a couple to stay. Parking is just outside the...
  • Tom
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    it looked stunning and exactly like the photos. we loved it. small enough to be cute and comfortable, but big enough to have space. amazing find.

Host Info

9.4
9.4
Host Review Score
Host Review Score
Recently renovated to a genuinely high spec, the Dovecote is a Grade II listed barn on a working arable farm in a lovely remote setting in the Essex countryside. Situated next to a small duck pond, overlooking the farmyard and the local church, this is a two-storey brick and oak framed building finished to a truly high standard. Inside, there is a 'one-up, one-down' layout which is the perfect space for a rural getaway. Enter via the original barn doorway to the ground floor laid with reclaimed bricks and consisting of a living room area with cosy log burner, a dining area and a well equipped kitchenette made from potato boxes! Oak stairs lead to the first floor revealing the full effect of the beautifully exposed original oak beamed roof, under which is a luxury kingsize bed. An oak chest and a clothes stand provide plenty of storage and there is a discreet TV upstairs too. An original sliding barn door leads through to the en-suite shower/bathroom with a fantastic partial-glass wall and bespoke sink cabinet made from old farm tools and a slice of Elm tree! Peaceful & remote with its own courtyard, the Dovecote has an elevated location in the otherwise undeveloped yard
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of The Dovecote - unique self-contained 1bed renovated barn
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Street parking

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Kitchen

  • High chair
  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Living Area

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting area
  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • iPod dock
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Outdoors

  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Food & Drink

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Activities

  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site

Outdoor & View

  • Inner courtyard view
  • Garden view

Building Characteristics

  • Detached

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided
  • Baggage storage

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Board games/puzzles

Miscellaneous

  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms

Safety & security

  • Carbon monoxide detector

Languages Spoken

  • English

House rules
The Dovecote - unique self-contained 1bed renovated barn takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 3:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Damage policy
If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to £429 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to £429 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

FAQs about The Dovecote - unique self-contained 1bed renovated barn

  • The Dovecote - unique self-contained 1bed renovated barn has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 1 bedroom

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The prices at The Dovecote - unique self-contained 1bed renovated barn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The Dovecote - unique self-contained 1bed renovated barn offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Fishing
  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Dovecote - unique self-contained 1bed renovated barn on this page.

  • The Dovecote - unique self-contained 1bed renovated barn is 6.2 miles from the center of Saffron Walden. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Dovecote - unique self-contained 1bed renovated barn can accommodate this group size:

    • 2 guests

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Check-in at The Dovecote - unique self-contained 1bed renovated barn is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Yes, The Dovecote - unique self-contained 1bed renovated barn is popular with guests booking family stays.