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Drake Cottage, Saffron Walden

Self-catering with 1 unit, sleeps 2-4

3 night minimum stay. 7 night stay discount. Price from £150 per night.

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Drake Cottage is heavily beamed throughout with accommodation for 4 people. The handcrafted kitchen is fully equipped with electric oven, induction hob, fridge freezer, dishwasher, washer dryer and microwave. The dining room has seating for six people. The cosy sitting room has a combi TV/DVD with cable TV.

Upstairs there are two bedrooms: one with double bed and en-suite shower room, the second bedroom can be configured with either two single beds or one super king bed dependent on preference.

Bathroom 1 has a roll top bath, basin and toilet. The ensuite shower room has a frameless shower, basin and toilet. Both bathrooms have shaver points and heated towel rails.

The cottage has a small and private courtyard garden equipped with a table, chairs, parasol, bench and BBQ.

High-speed internet access throughout.

Linens, towels and robes are provided.

Parking is on street, outside the property or at nearby Swan Meadow car park.

Attractions within walking distance: Bridge End Gardens, Saffron Walden Museum, The Fry Art Gallery & Historic Audley End House.

Nearby facilities include restaurants, local market, supermarket, shops, leisure centre, golf course and tennis.

Location: Drake Cottage is a 5 minute walk from the centre of Saffron Walden, a 20 minute drive from the city of Cambridge, less than a 30 minute drive from Stansted airport and 50 minutes from London.

For further information: visit our website www.drakecottage.com or

https://airbnb.com/h/15thcenturydrakecottagesaffronwaldenessex

https://www.expedia.com/Saffron-Walden-Hotels-15th-Century-Period-Cottage-In-Saffron-Walden.h33621951.Hotel-Information

Due to the property’s historical importance we are sorry but no real fires or naked flames are allowed at the cottage. We do however, provide realistic wood burning stoves and LED flickering candles. Children welcome from any age.

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Drake Cottage Facilities

  • Children welcome
  • Radio
  • Television
  • Cable TV
  • Ironing facilities
  • Courtyard garden
  • Dogs/pets NOT accepted
  • Building of historical interest
  • Central heating
  • Laundry facilities
  • Freezer
  • Microwave cooker
  • Dishwasher
  • Linen provided
  • Cleaning service
  • WiFi or internet access
  • DVD player
  • Single sex groups NOT accepted
  • Hairdryer
  • High chair available
  • Travel cot available
  • Barbecue
  • Drying facilities
  • On street/public parking
  • Washing machine

Due to the property’s historical importance we are sorry but no real fires or naked flames are allowed at the cottage. We do however, provide realistic wood burning stoves and LED flickering candles. Children welcome from any age.

Contact

Lucy Russell

07703 532722
Email
Website

Address

5 Myddylton Place
Saffron Walden
Essex CB10 1BB

Self-Assessed Accessibility Details

Parking

  • YesDrop-off point for guests outside entrance
  • Route from the parking area to the entrance:
    • YesHas steps and no ramp

Bedrooms

  • YesBedroom with non-allergenic bedding available
  • Bathrooms available with:
    • YesSeparate shower unit
    • YesBath with shower
    • YesBath

Entrance

  • YesSteps to the main entrance
    • 2

      Number of steps to entrance

  • YesEntrance well lit

Notes

Due to the age of the property and as it is listed the cottage is unfortunately not able to be adapted. We are very sorry that this is the case.

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