Abbey House Stays Saffron Walden - outside the house on the lawn

Abbey House

Your Country Escape, Redefined

Welcome to Abbey House – a comfortable Georgian manor in a beautiful and historic location. With nine bedrooms, expansive garden, and elegant entertaining spaces, it’s the perfect setting for unforgettable stays, celebrations, and events.

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Bathrooms

New for March 2026, all of the upstairs bathrooms have been thoughtfully redesigned to offer a more luxurious experience, with generous baths, walk-in rainfall showers and refined marble detailing, creating a calm and elegant space to unwind.

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Details

Whether you're gathering with family, hosting a private event, or planning a weekend retreat; Abbey House offers the setting to make it truly special. Set against the backdrop of Capability Brown parkland, and just steps from Audley End House and Saffron Walden, the house is filled with charm and character at every turn.

Sleeping up to 22 guests (with 2 additional Z beds for children on request) across nine bedrooms, with large reception rooms, games areas, and a private pool and hot tub – all less than an hour from London.

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Bedrooms

Abbey House sleeps up to 22 guests across 9 comfortably furnished bedrooms. Four rooms feature ensuite bathrooms, and additional shared bathrooms are located throughout the house. Crisp linens, plush bedding, and a mix of king, twin, and flexible sleeping arrangements make the space perfect for both smaller and large groups. Whether you are here with extended family or friends, there's room for everyone!

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Gardens & Pool

Step into the beautifully landscaped garden with space to relax, entertain, or celebrate. The large outdoor pool is heated from April to October and sits beside a stylish pool house, complete with table tennis, indoor and outdoor lounge area and a dedicated BBQ space for long summer afternoons. A year-round hot tub adds an extra touch of indulgence. The garden is perfect for everything from peaceful morning coffees to lively garden parties.

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Don’t take our word for it

Great stay at Abbey House! It was a work trip rather than a personal one but it was perfect for that kind of occasion. The outdoor space was brilliant, the various living rooms was great - very spacious. Rooms were lovely. Fantastic sized kitchen. Nice walk into town. All in all - great!
Alicia
3/5/2026
The Most Perfect House for a Multi-Generation holiday. We managed to do just about everything, table tennis, poker, pool, barbecue, hide & seek. Will definitely be coming back soon!
The Hudson’s, Lewis’s & Woffindens. Ages 9 to 85.
5/4/2026
As 4 families, we had a lovely relaxing and peaceful time away together here. Pheasants wandering in the garden, local stately hall to walk over to and fantastic railway and playpark just next door, all great family fun. The house was fantastic, with everything we needed and more than enough crockery utensils and glasses. The open fire set-up and ping pong tennis were a bonus and the swimming pool and hot tub were well loved by all. Thank you for hosting us at Audley End, & we hope to return!!!
Paul
2/4/2026
We stayed at Abbey House for three nights, 22 of us for a 70th birthday celebration. We can absolutely recommend it. It took us a while to be able to navigate this house with its nine bedrooms, loft and countless lounges. Totally surprised that the owners let anyone stay here. It was at the end of November so the swimming pool was closed, although the hot tub was available if we wanted to use it. Super venue for a large family gathering.
Rob
28/11/2025
The house was perfect and the team were really easy to liaise with. We also used a private chef recommended by the them and they didn't disappoint. The house is a short walk into Saffron Walden which is home to some lovely pubs and small shops. We will definitely consider staying again.
Josie
1/12/2024
Amazing property in a beautiful setting, great facilities and everything you could possibly want or need for a short break.
Nick
1/5/2023
Abbey House was amazing. The house was so big spacious and full of history. Kitchen was well equipped, log fires, hot tub. Very impressed and exactly as described. Special shout out to the caretaker who was on hand for any question and was very responsive! Overall would definitely use again and recommend to friends. Thank you for hosting us!
Cloe
1/12/2024

About abbey house

Originally built as the dower house for the 17th-century Jacobean mansion Audley End, located opposite, this Georgian manor and its cosy cottage Lion House offer plenty of space to play, party or simply relax.  


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