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

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

A brick building with a green awning, a metal bucket with a bottle, and a table with glasses and lemons.
A living room with a sofa, ottoman, fireplace, and a bookshelf.
A bedroom with a large bed, floral curtains, and a view through the windows.
A living room with a sectional sofa, ottoman, and floral-patterned armchair.
A kitchen with wooden flooring, a built-in oven, a sink, and a window with a view of trees.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room

Explore the area

View map
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)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

About the area

Saffron Walden

At this hotel you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Audley End House and Bridge End Gardens. Highlights at this hotel include a washing machine. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this Saffron Walden hotel include Market Square and Saffron Walden Amazes.

What's nearby

  • Audley End House - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The Common - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Market Square - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Bridge End Gardens - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Church of St. Mary - 3 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bell Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Cross Keys Hotel - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Waffle and Coffee - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Curious Goat - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪the Railway Arms - ‬18 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 courtyard with 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

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 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 to complete the following before checking out:

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

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

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • 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
On-site 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
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 is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

854628

Frequently asked questions

Does Beautiful House for 8 set in idyllic Audley End - with hot tub and cosy fire have a pool?

No, this hotel doesn't have a pool.

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

No, Beautiful House for 8 set in idyllic Audley End - with hot tub and cosy fire does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Beautiful House for 8 set in idyllic Audley End - with hot tub and cosy fire?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

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