4 guests
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2 bedrooms, 3 beds
1 bathroom
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Escape the hustle and bustle of the city with a stay at this dreamy holiday home in the heart of rural Essex. Just twenty minutes from the historic market town of Bishop's Stortford, this gorgeous property is perfectly placed to explore everything the county has to offer. Jump in the car and head to Southend-on-Sea for a relaxing walk along England’s east coast or cycle into Takeley, where you’ll find a smattering of local pubs and restaurants to satisfy your hunger. Back at your cosy home from home, you’ll find everything you need for an exceptional stay. While two barns adjoin to this one, they are not interconnected, making this barn perfect for unwinding with friends or family. Gather everyone outside for a picnic by the meadow or share a bottle of English fizz at the spacious dining table before heading to bed for some well-deserved rest.
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What to expect
Highlights
Take a day trip to Southend-on-Sea, an hour's drive from home
Fire up the log burner and catch up on your favourite shows in the cosy living area
Grab a seat in the garden and keep an eye out for wildlife darting through the neighbouring fields
Rustle up a delicious home-ccoked feast on the smoky barbecue
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Home truths
The single beds can be zipped together to make super kings
Your host can provide a travel cot and high chair for free upon request
Some items – for example, books, toys, and games – may be unavailable due to covid precautions
Though there isn't a dedicated desk here, the dining tables double up as laptop-friendly workspaces
Due to the location of this home, we recommend hiring a car to get the most out of your stay – you'll be able to park on-site
While separate, the three adjoining barns do share a utility room with freezer, washing machine and dryer
About this stay
Amenities
Desk
Laptop friendly workspace
Wi-fi
Parking available
Washing machine
Dryer
Garden
Courtyard
Bedrooms & bathrooms
2 bedrooms, 3 beds
1 bathroom
Extras
VIP services
Luggage storage
Additional fees
Your host may be able to provide home-cooked meals for an additional fee
Additional fees subject to a 3.5% handling charge.
Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.
Local guide
About Essex
Despite being so close to London, Essex is a world apart. With rolling countryside that inspired Constable, one of Britain's greatest landscape painters, delightful seaside towns and a host of secret coastal islands, Essex surprises at every turn. Where else in the UK can you walk past Queen Elizabeth's hunting lodge in Epping Forest, enjoy a Michelin-starred lunch near Maldon (of sea salt fame), before spending your afternoon lounging in...
Get around
Airport
London Stansted
27 min
London City
50 min
London Southend
1 hr 5 min
Train station
Stansted Airport
8 min
Bus stop
The Four Ashes
19 min
Local shops & services
Convenience store
20 min
Cafe
9 min
Pharmacy
18 min
Points of interest
Beach
Bell Wharf Beach
1 hr 7 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
No pets
No smoking
No parties or events
Good to know
Arrival from 16:00
Departure before 11:00
Wifi
No air con
Cancellation policy
Up until
30
days
Cancel at least 30 days before your check-in date for a full refund.
Up until
7
days
Cancel at least 7 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 7 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Jenny
This home is managed directly by its owner who will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Your host Jenny loves welcoming guests from all over the world to her bucolic holiday home in the heart of rural Essex. She lives on-site with her husband and three children and is always happy to answer questions and provide information about this historic region.
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