1 bedroom accommodation in Finchingfield, near Braintree
A characterful thatched cottage set in a quiet, rural area within almost 2 acres of land.. All on the Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer
Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Electric heaters, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Small garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. 2-acre grounds (shared with owner). Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Lake House Cottage is a quaint, thatched, semi-detached cottage with original beams and so much charm. Set on almost 2 acres of the owner’s grounds and surrounded by picturesque landscape, the highlight to this holiday property, where you can spend a relaxing day. Enjoy lovely walks and bird watching surrounded by ducks, horses and plenty of wildlife. Visit the village of Finchingfield, reputed to be the prettiest village in Essex, for afternoon tea or the nearby historic towns of Colchester, Saffron Walden, Chelmsford or Sudbury. The area is renowned for its outstanding beauty and is frequented by walkers and cyclists alike. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.
Free WiFi
There is open water in the property grounds.
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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
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Braintree
Located in Braintree, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. Hedingham Castle and Clare Castle Country Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Colne Valley Railway and Cheeky Chimps Funhouse. Haverhill Arts Centre and Haverhill Leisure Centre are also worth visiting.
Great Bardfield Cottage Museum - 5 min drive - 6.0 km
Camping close - 11 min drive - 13.5 km
Hedingham Castle - 19 min drive - 22.7 km
Haverhill Arts Centre - 19 min drive - 21.4 km
Getting around
Sudbury Station - 21 min drive
London (STN-Stansted) - 31 min drive
Restaurants
White Hart Wedding Venue - 9 min drive
The Vine - 3 min drive
The Fox Inn - 5 min walk
The Swan - 10 min drive
The Finchingfield Lion - 3 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is 1 bedroom accommodation in Finchingfield, near Braintree pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at 1 bedroom accommodation in Finchingfield, near Braintree?
As of 27 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1 bedroom accommodation in Finchingfield, near Braintree on 4 May 2026 start from NZ$253, 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.
How much is parking at 1 bedroom accommodation in Finchingfield, near Braintree?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 1 bedroom accommodation in Finchingfield, near Braintree?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 1 bedroom accommodation in Finchingfield, near Braintree?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 1 bedroom accommodation in Finchingfield, near Braintree located?
Situated on a lake, this cottage is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Great Bardfield Town Hall and 2 mi (3.3 km) from Great Bardfield Cottage Museum. Stambourne Playing Field and Camping close are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The owners were very welcoming and accommodating. We had everything we needed. Location is peaceful and idyllic on the lake and is really easy to get to. We felt safe and secure behind the gates. The bed was super comfortable and the house was super clean. We didn’t venture out much but there is a nearby shopping/outlet centre about half hour away
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Hollie
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Gary
10 August 2020
V
Very lovely couple welcoming and friendly location as described nice little get away
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Gary
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jay
7 August 2020
B
Beautiful cottage, friendly and helpful hosts, and a fantastic location- would definitely recommend!
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Jay
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Anna
20 July 2020
Excellent cottage, nice surroundings, peaceful and quiet, very relaxing.
Excellent cottage, nice surroundings, peaceful and quiet, very relaxing.
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Anna
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Linda
28 April 2020
Lovely week at Lake House Cottage, beautiful cottage and surroundings.
Lovely week at Lake House Cottage, beautiful cottage and surroundings. Helen and Dave were fantastic and we loved Finchingfield village.
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Linda
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Keith
26 December 2019
An ideal & idyllic location if you want to get away from it all - the score for "local amenities" ca
An ideal & idyllic location if you want to get away from it all - the score for "local amenities" can probably be discounted if you do. It's about a mile from Finchingfield (usual village resources) but down a tiny country road & then a byway. Lovely setting, very pleasant & helpful hostess (the fresh eggs and tomatoes were very much appreciated). Equipment-wise, it arguably has everything you need - I would have liked a DVD player (having brought some DVDs, just in case), but the super-duper new TV is "smart", and I guess for most people DVDs have been superseded by streaming. Very comfortable bed. The sofa is of the "squishy" variety, which I don't much care for, but which I think most people prefer. I'm just an old misery.
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Keith
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Julian
4 July 2019
Had great time chilling out and exploring ,in great place in a lovely area and Helen and Dave great
Had great time chilling out and exploring ,in great place in a lovely area and Helen and Dave great hosts .
Julian
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Leonard
25 June 2019
We were made welcome by Helen & David.
We were made welcome by Helen & David. We found the accommodation was a bit chilly of an evening being that it was mid August. There was a small electric fire. It would have been nice if there were a few games to while away time when weather was wet and windy. The ground is quite large (ideal for twitters) and the lake would probably be used by keen fishermen. The location was a bit of a nightmare, road works and diversion signs, road closures. Diversion signs very misleading one pointing right the other left with no indication of what the end destination would be - ok if you are a native - About a mile away there is one pub Finchinfield Lion which serves a good meal. All in all our short stay wasn't too bad! WIFI kept dropping off.
Leonard
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Kenneth
27 April 2019
Very pleasant property and an enjoyable stay.
Very pleasant property and an enjoyable stay. Poor WiFi signal and no direct access to a washing machine the only minuses. Definitely recommend for access to surrounding countryside attractions.
Kenneth
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Jenneke & Peter
12 April 2019
This is a very nice little cottage near Finchingfield.
This is a very nice little cottage near Finchingfield. The rural setting with its own fishing lake, ducks and chickens is very agreeable.
However, it is therefore quite a distance to the amenities in Finchingfield, we had to use the car to get the paper in the morning.
The cottage is very well equipped, with a very spacious bathroom with nice blue-and-white tiles, and a very comfortable bed. The living space annex the well equipped kitchen is a bit small.
Because all the windows were small and a bit high in the walls there is no view from the living space, other than overlooking the communal garden. The garden is to be shared with the owners, who live next door, but they are very nice people, so no bother about that.
In short: a very amendable cottage, expecially for nature lovers who like the peace and quiet of a rural setting.
Jenneke & Peter
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Carla
6 April 2019
Great cottage.
Great cottage. Everything you need. Lovely hosts (And dog!).
Carla
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jeanette
18 February 2019
Lovely relaxing holiday .
Lovely relaxing holiday . Helen was Fab & made a lovely friend with Toby the little dog .
Jeanette
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Fred
12 February 2019
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nice place ,nice people, very helpful, in the wilderness,poor roads, tiny holiday let, should be cheaper, overpriced,
Fred
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