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  • 1 bedroom

  • 2 bathrooms

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From its charming seafoam-green exterior to its sunny loft living space – a delightful area to unwind after a busy day – this home is the perfect marriage of period features and modern comforts. Tucked away in the village of Thaxted, it's right next to Clarence House – a beautiful 18th-century, Grade 1, Queen Anne listed property. Inside, the living room is a bright and welcoming space with its wood staircase, original beams and wall mouldings, and sash windows that flood the loft in natural light throughout the day. There's a sleek, modern kitchen ladened with everything needed for rustling up hearty breakfasts. It's been recently renovated so everything here is sparkling new, from the stylish bathroom to the comfortable bedroom. You're sure to get a peaceful night’s sleep thanks to the striking four-poster bed and church facing position. While you could easily spend all day tucked inside your cosy cottage, go out and explore your surroundings. Head to the local market on Fridays, which takes place opposite the Guildhall. Here, you'll also find plenty of boutique-style shops, cafes and pubs to stop for a drink. Just beyond is John Webb's windmill (three minutes on foot), which is the gateway to many...


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What to expect


Highlights

Explore the charming village of Thaxted, lined with historical period buildings

Explore the charming village of Thaxted, lined with historical period buildings

Start your day with breakfast in the light-filled living space

Start your day with breakfast in the light-filled living space

Enjoy a restful night's sleep in the comfortable four-poster bed

Enjoy a restful night's sleep in the comfortable four-poster bed

Knock up locally sourced produce in the modern kitchen

Knock up locally sourced produce in the modern kitchen

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Home truths

    We recommend a car for exploring the area fully – there's a free car park on Margaret Street (thirty seconds round the corner)

    Guests are welcome to pull up on the cobbles outside of Clarence House to unload and settle in first

    The WiFi can be a little patchy here

    You'll be able to self-check-in with a lockbox

    Your host provides a travel cot and high chair on request

    After a few consecutive showers, the hot water needs a bit of time to replenish itself

About this stay


Amenities

Wi-fi

Parking available

Garden

TV

Fridge

High chair

Bedrooms & bathrooms

1 bedroom, 1 bed

2 bathrooms

Extras


VIP services

Luggage storage

Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.

Local guide


About Hertfordshire

With its rambling country estates, rolling valleys, forest-clad hills and chocolate box villages, Hertfordshire feels quintessentially British. Picnic in the grounds of Jacobean manors or journey through the centuries at St Albans’ Norman cathedral and the Roman Theatre of Verulamium. Follow canal towpaths to idyllic pubs, but not before stepping straight into the magical world of Harry Potter at the Warner Bros. Studio Tour. After elevenses in a tearoom and...

Get around

Airport

London Stansted

1 hr 0 min

London Southend

1 hr 15 min

London Luton

1 hr 22 min

Train station

Elsenham

20 min

Subway station

Epping

45 min

Bus stop

Church

1 min

Local shops & services

Convenience store

2 min

Cafe

2 min

Pharmacy

3 min

Points of interest

Beach

Brightlingsea Beach

1 hr 28 min

Booking policies


House Rules

Children welcome (1-12 years)

Infants welcome (under 12 months)

No pets

No parties or events

No smoking

Good to know

Arrival from 15:00

Departure before 11:00

Wifi

No air con

Cancellation policy

  • Up until

    5

    days

    Cancel at least 5 days before your check-in date for a full refund.

  • Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 5 days away.

Host


This home is managed by Katharine

This home is managed directly by its owner who will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Katharine and Ben have been hosting their lovely cottage since 2020. They love the experience of meeting new people and providing them with everything they need for a comfortable stay.

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