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Unique self-contained 1bed Grade II Listed Converted Dovecote

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A wooden table with four chairs in a garden setting, surrounded by a variety of flowers and greenery.
A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with white bedding, a television on the wall, and a window with curtains.
A rustic kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stone floor, and hanging utensils.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a television, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A kitchen with a wooden countertop, a sink, and a window with a view of the outside.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional
Set in a village, this vacation home features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom, accommodating 2 guests. It offers a deck and patio for outdoor enjoyment. Engage in birdwatching and fishing nearby. Explore attractions like Audley End House and Prior's Hall Barn while enjoying games available at the property.

Highlights

  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Free internet
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Saffron Walden, England
  • Place, Audley End House
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Market Square
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Bridge End Gardens
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Unique self-contained 1bed Grade II Listed Converted Dovecote

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!

Dedicated on-site WIFI.

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)


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.

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House Rules

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

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 8524583
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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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. Saffron Walden Amazes and Bridge End Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Saffron Walden, England

What's nearby

  • Audley End House - 12 min drive - 14.1 km
  • The Common - 15 min drive - 17.0 km
  • Market Square - 15 min drive - 17.1 km
  • Bridge End Gardens - 15 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Imperial War Museum Duxford - 19 min drive - 21.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bell Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Buntingford Coffee Shop - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Chippy - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Cricketers - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Take Away House - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique self-contained 1bed Grade II Listed Converted Dovecote pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Unique self-contained 1bed Grade II Listed Converted Dovecote?

As of 2 Sept, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Unique self-contained 1bed Grade II Listed Converted Dovecote on 9 Nov, 2026 start from S$498, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Unique self-contained 1bed Grade II Listed Converted Dovecote?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Unique self-contained 1bed Grade II Listed Converted Dovecote?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unique self-contained 1bed Grade II Listed Converted Dovecote?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Unique self-contained 1bed Grade II Listed Converted Dovecote located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Dog-ease, BARKway Dog Park and Audley End House. Prior's Hall Barn and Saffron Walden Amazes are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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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