Cottage in Uttlesford
4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths
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About this cottage rental
Chocolate box cottage in the heart of the market town of Saffron Walden and yet situated in a quiet back street and only 0.2 miles from the Market Square passing by an artisan bakery and interesting shops and restaurants along the way.
The cottage has undergone extensive renovation to include kitchen, bathroom and en-suite yet retains all of its historic character. The cottage is heavily beamed with a large inglenook fireplace to two rooms, oak floors to the downstairs. It has a small and very private courtyard garden. The property has on road parking available outside. Ideally situated to explore Saffron Walden and Cambridge and London is easily accessed by the local station Audley End which is a 5 minute drive away from the cottage. It is just perfect for two - four guests and idyllic for two.
Drake Cottage received the ROSE award from Visit England in 2022 in recognition of service excellence - only 100 hospitality venues receive the award in any year.
The cottage has undergone extensive renovation to include kitchen, bathroom and en-suite yet retains all of its historic character. The cottage is heavily beamed with a large inglenook fireplace to two rooms, oak floors to the downstairs. It has a small and very private courtyard garden. The property has on road parking available outside. Ideally situated to explore Saffron Walden and Cambridge and London is easily accessed by the local station Audley End which is a 5 minute drive away from the cottage. It is just perfect for two - four guests and idyllic for two.
Drake Cottage received the ROSE award from Visit England in 2022 in recognition of service excellence - only 100 hospitality venues receive the award in any year.
Amenities at 15th Century Period Cottage In Saffron Walden, Essex England
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Map of Uttlesford
Ratings and reviews
Summary of reviewsGuests thoroughly enjoyed their stay at Drake Cottage, praising the perfect location, beautiful decor, modern conveniences, and comfortable amenities. Recommended for a wonderful Saffron Walden experience!
10 / 10Outstanding·Feb 2026
The cottage is lovely! Well-appointed, spotless, cozy and quiet. Well-situated and an easy and quick walk to town for food, shopping and a museum! The hosts responded quickly and friendly to questions and concerns. Highly recommended and we will be back.
10 / 10Outstanding·Dec 2025
The cottage was lovely, it had absolutely everything you could want and was warm and comfortable.
10 / 10Outstanding·Dec 2025
Everything was thought of. There was even umbrellas available.
10 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2025
This cottage is perfect - it is spotlessly clean and every convenience has been thought of and provided. The location is perfect for exploring the town and the local countryside and we were extremely comfortable. We would stay here again!
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9.9Outstanding
(141 Ratings)
Guests thoroughly enjoyed their stay at Drake Cottage, praising the perfect location, beautiful decor, modern conveniences, and comfortable amenities. Recommended for a wonderful Saffron Walden experience!
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