This vacation home places you within a 10-minute drive of Great Bardfield Town Hall and Great Bardfield Cottage Museum. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a sofa bed.
What's nearby
Great Bardfield Town Hall - 9 min drive - 6.0 miles
Great Bardfield Cottage Museum - 9 min drive - 6.0 miles
Camping close - 11 min drive - 6.2 miles
Haverhill Arts Centre - 20 min drive - 11.2 miles
Audley End House - 27 min drive - 13.1 miles
Getting around
Newport Station - 24 min drive
Stansted Airport (STN) - 30 min drive
Restaurants
The Maypole - 7 min drive
Baltic Amber - 11 min drive
The Plough - 14 min drive
Elder Street Farm Shop & Deli Café - 10 min drive
The Vine - 7 min drive
About this property
Detached Forest Setting Bungalow
On a protected lane of outstanding beauty and set within the grounds of the old territory of Spains Hall, now owned by Jamie Oliver (yes, he will be your neighbour) is this exclusive detached home surrounded by 1.5 acres of private, secluded gardens and benefitting from far reaching country views that will simply take your breath away. Relax in extreme peace and privacy.
A place of peace rather than party.
You will not find a more private, peaceful or relaxing setting than this, whilst still being within walking distance to a 5 star Italian restaurant and less than an hour from London and 30 minutes from Cambridge. With treasured public footpaths and country walks galore, right on your doorstep, this is the perfect bungalow for a family break, an easy few days away from the city or a romantic weekend with your loved one.
This one bedroom bungalow forms the guest wing of the main estate. When the main estate is booked this bungalow is closed and vice versa. So, when you book this bungalow the rest of the estate is closed and you will have sole, uninterrupted use of all of the grounds. The bedroom has a king bed and the lounge has a sofa bed to allow upto 4 people to stay. There is a shower room and a kitchen equipped with all that you will need.
All of our properties are set up to give you complete privacy and convenience. Smart locks are in place for access without the need to meet anyone and house manuals and other instructions are sent via email. But we are still on hand, whenever you need us. Just send us a message and we will be more than happy to help.
The Infamous Criminal Kray Twins and the TV Show Lovejoy: - We live in this village and can not speak highly enough about it. Since moving here in 2014 we knew more or less instantly that this would be our final resting place and we were not even 40. Who wouldn't be enamoured with having Muntjac Deer, Wild Owls, Birds of prey, Hares, Pheasants and Herrings, roaming your garden every morning whilst drinking your coffee. Jamie Oliver is our neighbour, the famous 90's show Lovejoy was filmed regularly on this road and in the next house down. It's a 6 minute drive to the renowned medieval town of Thaxted which was a favourite holiday destination of the notorious Kray Twins of London. In Fact the restaurant and bar they once owned, Parishes, is still standing and is a favourite with locals and buzzing most evenings with walls covered in private memorabilia.
Baby Spice: - This is a protected but well kept Lane which is great for walks, bike rides, roller skates, scooters and Segways. So much so that we have included some bikes and high end Segways for your pleasure. Taxis are easy to phone and book, there is a village bus service a short walk away, but a car is needed when living somewhere like this. Take a Segway ride to Shore Hall which was once owned by Baby Spice
The Famous Essex Highwayman: - 0.5 acres of secluded gardens. Country walks. Public footpaths. The famous walkway used regularly by the infamous Dick Turpin and still sign posted to this day, leading you directly to lavishly preserved Blue Bell Inn once used as a hideout by Dick himself and today standing strong as a cherished local pub and exemplary restaurant.
The Sampfords are widely known as Essex best kept secret. You are surrounded by nature, beauty and quite a few famous neighbours. This is not a party town and although your neighbours are only few and not very close by, this is a place of rest and relaxation. Peace and not party. Please come and enjoy.
Note from owner: If you see the same property with the same pictures, multiple times, it's because we have various listings of the same property but are offering different configurations for different size groups. Basically, we lock or unlock the required or unrequired number of bedrooms. As soon as a guest books the dates they want for the configuration that suits them, the system synchronises the calendars of the other listings and makes them unavailable. It will not allow more than one guest to book for the same dates. Whoever stays has complete privacy and exclusive access to all amenities listed during their stay. We also list all of our properties on different sites, but wherever you book or message, you will always come through to me. Best wishes. Damian
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a sofa bed.
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
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, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.
Property is also known as
9832
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do near this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Saffron Walden, close to Ashdon Village Museum, Cheeky Chimps Funhouse, and Haverhill Arts Centre. You'll also find Great Bardfield Cottage Museum and Camping close within a short drive.
How much does it cost to stay at Detached Forest Setting Bungalow?
As of Sep 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Detached Forest Setting Bungalow on Sep 30, 2026 start from $334, 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.
Is this vacation home associated with a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home provide breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
What is the closest airport to this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Stansted Airport (STN), which is 11.9 mi away (30 minutes by car). Another top airport is Cambridge (CBG), which is located 25.2 mi away (51-minute drive).