4 guests
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2 bedrooms, 3 beds
1 bathroom
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Nestled on a working farm in the quiet, rural village of Great Canfield, this zinc-roofed barn overlooks the fields of the Roding Valley. After a leisurely breakfast, head out and wander the footpaths on the farm venturing into the open countryside, or even wander the 0.5 miles to the nearby pub for lunch, or on to the local carriage driving centre for coffee and a quick bite at the cafe. If you’ve been caught in the British rain on your walk, then shed your walking gear in the shared boot room to dry while you get cosy in front of the home’s wood-burning stove. Then, in the early evening, why not fire up the barbecue that can be found in the wildflower meadow here? Enjoy an alfresco picnic meal under the shade of an umbrella, as you gaze out at the beautiful flowers and the fields beyond. This home is not only ideal for escaping to the countryside but its location means you can also easily venture as far as London and Cambridge, or explore rural East Anglia. What’s more, Great Dunmow, famous for the Flitch Trials, is the nearest town to this home – reachable in just three miles. Here, you will find butchers, a bakery, cafes, a wine shop, other independent shops, supermarkets, and even a weekly Tuesday market.
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What to expect
Highlights
Overlook the fields of the Roding Valley
Enjoy picnics and barbecues in the wildflower meadow
Get comfy and cosy in front of the woodburner
Wander the footpaths on the farm and across the countryside.
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Home truths
For those with reduced mobility and wheelchair users, this home has no steps, wide doorways and turning spaces, and the ability to drive up to the door
This barn has two allocated parking spaces
The underfloor heating and hot water are powered by an air-source heat pump and thermostatically controlled 24/7 so it’s always the right temperature
A supply of logs is provided for the wood-burning stove
The washing machine and dryer are shared facilities found in the boot room which also has an American-style fridge/freeze and ice maker
Guests are welcome to walk the farm's footpaths but are asked to stick to marked pathways
Your host can provide a list of recommendations for places to visit and eat locally
About this stay
Amenities
Wi-fi
Parking available
Washing machine
Dryer
Garden
Patio / terrace
TV
Dishwasher
Bedrooms & bathrooms
2 bedrooms, 3 beds
1 bathroom
Extras
VIP services
Luggage storage
Additional fees
Your host has several barn conversions on this farm, and you may be able to book them together to accommodate larger groups – please ask for more information
Photoshoots and other commercial uses are allowed with prior approval from your host – an additional fee will apply
Additional fees subject to a 3.5% handling charge.
Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.
Local guide
About Essex
Despite being so close to London, Essex is a world apart. With rolling countryside that inspired Constable, one of Britain's greatest landscape painters, delightful seaside towns and a host of secret coastal islands, Essex surprises at every turn. Where else in the UK can you walk past Queen Elizabeth's hunting lodge in Epping Forest, enjoy a Michelin-starred lunch near Maldon (of sea salt fame), before spending your afternoon lounging in...
Get around
Airport
London Stansted
27 min
London City
50 min
London Southend
1 hr 5 min
Train station
Stansted Airport
8 min
Bus stop
The Four Ashes
19 min
Local shops & services
Convenience store
20 min
Cafe
9 min
Pharmacy
18 min
Points of interest
Beach
Bell Wharf Beach
1 hr 7 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
No pets
No smoking
No parties or events
Good to know
Arrival from 16:00
Departure before 11:00
Wifi
No air con
Cancellation policy
Up until
30
days
Cancel at least 30 days before your check-in date for a full refund.
Up until
7
days
Cancel at least 7 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 7 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Jenny
This home is managed directly by its owner who will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Your host Jenny loves welcoming guests from all over the world to her bucolic holiday home in the heart of rural Essex. She lives on-site with her husband and three children and is always happy to answer questions and provide information about this historic region.
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