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Unique newly renovated self-contained 1bed Grade II Listed Dovecot/Farm Barn

Unique newly renovated self-contained 1bed Grade II Listed Dovecot/Farm Barn

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The Dovecote
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The Dovecote
The Dovecote
The Dovecote

Overview of Unique newly renovated self-contained 1bed Grade II Listed Dovecot/Farm Barn

9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Check out the area

Saffron Walden, England
  • Popular LocationAudley End House15 min drive
  • Popular LocationImperial War Museum Duxford15 min drive
  • Popular LocationMountfitchet Castle22 min drive
  • AirportLondon (STN-Stansted)28 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Unique newly renovated self-contained 1bed Grade II Listed Dovecot/Farm Barn

Brand spanking newly renovated barn to a genuinely high spec - Grade II listed 'Dovecote' located on a working arable farm in a lovely remote setting in the Essex countryside.

Situated next to a small duck pond, overlooking the farmyard/old stables/etc as well as the local church, The Dovecote is a two-storey brick and oak framed building finished to an incredibly high standard. Peaceful & remote with its own courtyard, the Dovecote has an elevated location in the otherwise undeveloped yard.

The Dovecote has a 'one-up, one-down' layout which has been uniquely transformed into the perfect space for a rural getaway.

Enter via the original barn doorway through oak framed glass doors onto the ground floor laid with reclaimed brick flooring and consisting of a living room area with cosy log burner, a dining area and a well equipped bespoke kitchenette made from potato boxes!

Oak stairs lead up 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/rail 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!

Kitchen includes:
Fan Oven
Gas Hob
Microwave
Fridge
Toaster
Kettle
Radio

Heating:
Underfloor heating throughout
Plus Log Burner during Winter

Outside:
Shingle Courtyard with seating
( outside space is still a 'work in progress' so will be constantly evolving over the summer, please do ask any questions and/or we'll happily share an update/photos of current progress of the outside)

WIFI now installed!!

Located in Langley, Essex, the Dovecote is in walking distance (less than half a mile) from the local pub The Bull, and is only 3 miles from Clavering where there is a local shop along with Clavering Lakes (bistro restaurant & fishing lakes), The Fox & Hounds, and the well-known Cricketers gastro pub.

Langley and the surrounding villages have several public footpaths easily accessible from here.

Newport railway station is under a 10min drive away, and Audley End station approx 10mins, both of which offer trains direct to Cambridge and to central London.

Stansted Airport is a 20min drive away, or 10min direct train journey from Audley End railway station.

Saffron Walden is the nearest town, roughly 15min drive away, and Cambridge is approx 35mins drive.

Audley End House & Estate (English Heritage) is approx 10mins drive and there are plenty of National Trust destinations dotted around the local South East area.


NB: Due to the remote location a car will be needed to access The Dovecote.

Also worth bearing in mind that due to this being a working farm there may be periods during the year that we have more activity going on than normal, most notably during harvest! Accommodation is still of course completely accessible, etc.

Property manager

Mel

Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Saffron Walden

Located in Saffron Walden, this holiday home is in a rural area. Audley End House and Prior's Hall Barn are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Red White and Blue Country Park and RSPB Fowlmere Nature Reserve. Bridge End Gardens and Whoosh Explore are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.

What's nearby

  • Audley End House - 15 min drive
  • Imperial War Museum Duxford - 15 min drive
  • Mountfitchet Castle - 22 min drive
  • University of Cambridge - 24 min drive
  • Addenbrooke's Hospital - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • Audley End Station - 14 min drive
  • London (STN-Stansted) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Catherine Wheel - 20 min drive
  • Deja Vu - 12 min drive
  • The Temeraire - 17 min drive
  • The Duke of York - 16 min drive
  • The Woodman Inn - 17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique newly renovated self-contained 1bed Grade II Listed Dovecot/Farm Barn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Unique newly renovated self-contained 1bed Grade II Listed Dovecot/Farm Barn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unique newly renovated self-contained 1bed Grade II Listed Dovecot/Farm Barn?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Unique newly renovated self-contained 1bed Grade II Listed Dovecot/Farm Barn located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Audley End House, Prior's Hall Barn and Bridge End Gardens. Whoosh Explore and Old Sun Inn are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another delightful stay at the Dovecote
We were both so happy to have another opportunity to stay at the Dovecote as it holds a special place in our hearts and feels like a little secret place just made for the two of us. As always, the property was immaculate and the communication with Mel friendly and welcoming. We love the Dovecote and would recommend it to anyone wishing for peace and comfort in equal measure.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diana R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful, cosy, delightful!
Our third stay. Enables us to visit our dear friend each year. We love the place and choose a walk to discover a little bit of Essex, Hatfield Forest this time. Had a lovely lunch at Poppy's Barn and another at Debden Barns...lots of catching-up chats! Really excellent to come back each day, quickly light the stove and settle in comfortably. A perfect place to be for a few days.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen Mann

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely spot
Dovecote is comfortable and full of character with plenty of space for 2 people. Moorhen chicks in pond, flowers on table treats in fridge. Everything worked well.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen H., Norfolk

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little bolt hole!
The Dovecote is exactly as it looks in the pics. Perfect for two, but with plenty of crockery and cutlery and space… it’s a tardis! The owner, Mel, was at the end of the ‘phone if we needed her, but otherwise left us completely to ourselves, which was also great. It’s in SUCH a quiet spot and we felt calmed and chilled by the time we left, and we were only there for two nights. Surrounded by countryside and trees, if you’re into forest bathing, it’s perfect for you. We live in Norfolk, but had no idea just how GORGEOUS the borders of Cambridgeshire and Essex were ‘till now. It’s a treat for the eyes. We loved it and will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diana R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place, welcome and environment!
We love staying here! Such a brilliant renovation, beautiful wood everywhere, such clever use of recycled farm components such as barn doors! Just cosy, warm and ....well, perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

About the host

Hosted by Mel

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Why they chose this property

The Dovecote is a barn on the family farm. Until this renovation it was falling into disrepair so by creating a 1bed outhouse we're trying to give it a new life!
This is the first renovation our family has ever done so we may have got a little carried away, a lot of attention to detail and personal ideals have gone into creating a cosy, fun and inviting space for guests to enjoy.

What makes this property unique

Such a unique property, the Dovecote has a barrel load of one-off characteristics;

* Original oak beams throughout
* Kitchen custom made from old potato boxes from the farm
* All internal doors are made from reclaimed barn doors/wood from the farm
* Wine glasses hang from a rake in the kitchen
* Bathroom walls are partially made of glass to maintain the stunning view of the original oak beamed ceiling
* Bathroom cabinet is made from a huge slice of elm tree and old farm tools
* Peaceful remote location
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