Privet House Saffron Walden

Privet House is a home that will make you stop and stare. Renovated in 2022, this 600-year-old, Grade II listed manor house has been lovingly and sympathetically refurbished, bringing the character and the house to life! This is where memories are made. This house oozes luxury and it would be a perfect spot to celebrate with friends and family, excellent as an all-rounder for adults and children alike.
Located in the middle of the market town of Saffron Walden, beside the Church and on the High Street you will soon relish the fact that that everything you could need for a holiday is at your fingertips. Step into the grand entrance hall, kick off your shoes and be instantly ‘wowed’ by what awaits you. From the huge fireplaces, the ornate coving and the stripped floorboards to the modern kitchen, fantastic outside living space, pizza oven and barbecue, to the hot tub and the Versace wallpapers – prepare to be inspired! The large living/sitting room is comfortably furnished with three large sofas. In here you’ve also got a flatscreen TV that benefits from Sky channels. Large and ornate dining room with huge Edwardian open fireplace, plenty of seating. The modern kitchen has all the luxuries you’ll need to make your stay awesome! Take your morning coffee outside to the enclosed courtyard garden and treat yourself to some peace and quiet whilst planning your adventurous day ahead.
Walkers and cyclists will find a huge array of opportunity in this picturesque area and after a busy day exploring, why not head to one of the many local pubs or restaurants or make the most of your stay and settle in for something to eat and a few drinks, the choice is yours! Privet House is set in a stunning location and is only 1½ miles away from the stunning English Heritage Audley End House, as well as the mainline train station to London, Cambridge and Stansted Airport. This area of north Essex is famous for its country setting and is often referred to as ‘Essex’s Best Kept Secret’. You’ll be able to benefit from the castle garden and grounds, long walks, nature reserves, swimming baths, cobbled streets, listed buildings and architecture as well as much more. Do you want to get out and explore? A 25-minute drive will see you travel to Bishops Stortford, Stansted Mountfichet Castle or the glorious village green and duck pond at Finchingfield. A little further and you can be in Great Dunmow. The city of Cambridge can be easily reached being only 15 miles away. Here you can enjoy a city of culture, numerous shops, restaurants and pubs, museums, Botanical Gardens and even a spot of punting on the River Cam. London is 45 miles away and again can be reached in just over an hour by train or car so if you fancy travelling further afield, taking in some of the capital’s highlights or a theatre trip then it is easily done! Fancy a day beside the seaside? Privet House is in a fantastic location so you can get to the Norfolk, Suffolk and Essex coastlines in a day. With lots of day out opportunities from your doorstep, make Saffron Walden the base for your adventure. Enjoy the sights or simply relax, unwind and enjoy the luxury that is on offer.