In Saffron Walden .You'll find Great Bardfield Town Hall and Great Bardfield Cottage Museum within 3 miles (5 km) of this vacation home. Thaxted Parish Church and Camping close are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Great Bardfield Town Hall - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles
Great Bardfield Cottage Museum - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles
Thaxted Parish Church - 9 min drive - 6.1 miles
Camping close - 11 min drive - 8.0 miles
Audley End House - 19 min drive - 12.1 miles
Getting around
Cressing Station - 19 min drive
Stansted Airport (STN) - 28 min drive
Restaurants
The Vine - 5 min drive
The Fox Inn - 3 min drive
The Swan - 7 min drive
The Plough - 14 min drive
The Finchingfield Lion - 3 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Sampford Hideaway Retreat
This Great Manor House once formed the Central estate of the great Hawkes Farm that was mentioned in the Doomsday Book of 1066. Cinema Room, Games Room, Hot Tub, Pool Table there is great times to be had for the whole family. On a protected lane of outstanding beauty set within the grounds of ye old territory of Spains Hall, now owned by Jamie Oliver (yes he'll be your neighbour) is this exclusive detached home with secluded gardens and far reaching country views that will take your breath away.
This is a place of peace rather than party. Please respect our quiet hours of 10pm to 7am. This means no garden noise as sound travels. If all windows are doors are closed, then normal sound levels inside the house are fine and will not disturb our neighbours.
PRIVATE, DETACHED & SECLUDED, have your very own little forest setting all to yourself. 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 house for a family break, an easy few days away from the city or a get together for friends and loved ones. Wifi and fully loaded Sky TV with Sky Movies, Sky Kids, Sky Sports and a 75" cinema screen.
This is a quiet Hamlet that consists of just four properties. To assist in preserving the calmness, we kindly request that you check in between 3pm and 6pm. You can self check in using a code.
The Famous Essex Highwayman: - 0.5 acres of secluded gardens. Country walks. Public footpaths. The famous walk way 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.
After booking you will have the option to choose further, non compulsory, creature comforts to further enhance your stay, that may come at a small cost such as pre heating the hot tub for you, additional coffee beans, food supplies, extra toilet rolls, ect.
We would also appreciate it if you could send us through a photo of your photo ID so that if someone needs to meet you at the property for any reason, they know who they are meeting.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Garden
Laundry
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Garden
Unit size: 2,153 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 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
Rules
Infants allowed
Pets
Pets are welcome
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
9281503
Frequently asked questions
How close is Sampford Hideaway Retreat to the airport?
This vacation home is 11.2 mi (28-min drive) away from the Stansted Airport (STN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Sampford Hideaway Retreat have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
Does Sampford Hideaway Retreat offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Sampford Hideaway Retreat?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at Sampford Hideaway Retreat?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Sampford Hideaway Retreat?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Sampford Hideaway Retreat have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does Sampford Hideaway Retreat have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Sampford Hideaway Retreat to downtown Saffron Walden?
This vacation home is 0.8 mi away from Little Sampford.