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Beautiful House for 8 set in idyllic Audley End - with hot tub and cosy fire

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Living area
Outdoor spa tub
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Dining

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Audley End, England
  • Place, Audley End House
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Market Square
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Bridge End Gardens
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

About the neighborhood

Saffron Walden

This hotel places you within a short walk of Audley End House and within a mile (2 km) of Saffron Walden Amazes. This hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like laundry facilities.

What's nearby

  • Audley End House - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Saffron Walden Amazes - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Market Square - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Bridge End Gardens - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Fry Art Gallery - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Audley End Station - 6 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪the Railway Arms - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Cross Keys Hotel - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Curious Goat - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Waffle and Coffee - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Eight Bells - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Beautiful House for 8 set in idyllic Audley End - with hot tub and cosy fire

Stay in a beautifully restored Georgian cottage with a private hot tub, set opposite historic Audley End House and just moments from the medieval market town of Saffron Walden.

Lion House is a unique and characterful gatehouse, sleeping up to 8 guests across four bedrooms. Recently renovated in 2026, it blends original period features with calm, modern interiors designed for relaxed, comfortable group stays.


Highlights

- Private covered courtyard with electric hot tub
- Sleeps 8 across 4 bedrooms
- 2 bathrooms (1 with bath and shower, plus additional WC)
- Fully equipped kitchen with separate pantry
- Outdoor dining area
- Private parking for 2 cars + EV charger
- High-speed WiFi
- Pet-friendly
- Next door to Audley End Enchanted Railway (discount available)
- Next door to English Heritage Audley End House & Gardens - free family access provided during your stay (when open)
- Walk to Saffron Walden
- Under 1 hour by train to London, 20 minutes to Cambridge

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Washing machine

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash

Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys

Please leave the keys back in the lockbox

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

854628

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this hotel?

This hotel is located in Saffron Walden, a short 5-minute walk from Audley End House and also 17 minutes on foot from Market Square. You'll also find Bridge End Gardens and Saffron Walden Amazes less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Beautiful House for 8 set in idyllic Audley End - with hot tub and cosy fire?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Is this hotel adjacent to a casino?

No, this hotel is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Are there hot tubs at Beautiful House for 8 set in idyllic Audley End - with hot tub and cosy fire?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does this hotel offer breakfast?

No, this hotel doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at Beautiful House for 8 set in idyllic Audley End - with hot tub and cosy fire?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this hotel?

The closest major airport to this hotel is Stansted Airport (STN), which is 12.2 mi away (30 minutes by car). Another top airport is Cambridge (CBG), which is located 17.9 mi away (35-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Beautiful House for 8 set in idyllic Audley End - with hot tub and cosy fire?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Beautiful House for 8 set in idyllic Audley End - with hot tub and cosy fire that offer a balcony.

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