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Goddards Mead

Rating
Rating
4.7
Holiday Provider
Holiday Cottages
Essex » Thaxted
Sleeps up to 2
Hot Tub
This lovingly restored former brew house is located on a farm next to the owner s home and within walking distance of the pretty village of Thaxted, a picture-perfect Essex village, with a windmill and local museum, ancient guildhall, and a selection of shops, restaurants and cafes. Just a short drive away is the market town of Saffron Walden with its wide selection of independent shops, Audley End House and Gardens with its miniature railway is a great family day out and a little further afield is the beautiful city of Cambridge famed for its architecture and majestic college buildings. For those who like the great outdoors, there are some great local walks which can be finished with a stop at the local pub, which is the birthplace of Dick Turpin, for a spot of refreshment.
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About Goddards Mead

This lovingly restored former brew house is located on a farm next to the owner s home and within walking distance of the pretty village of Thaxted, a picture-perfect Essex village, with a windmill and local museum, ancient guildhall, and a selection of shops, restaurants and cafes.

Just a short drive away is the market town of Saffron Walden with its wide selection of independent shops, Audley End House and Gardens with its miniature railway is a great family day out and a little further afield is the beautiful city of Cambridge famed for its architecture and majestic college buildings.

For those who like the great outdoors, there are some great local walks which can be finished with a stop at the local pub, which is the birthplace of Dick Turpin, for a spot of refreshment. Enter via the front door into a spacious glass lobby area where there is space for dropping off shoes and hanging coats.

The open plan lounge/kitchen/diner is full of character and charm with exposed beams and original brickwork.

The lounge area has a comfy sofa which can be made into a sofa bed on request, an armchair, wood burner, Smart TV, DVD and a CD player. The kitchen/diner area is fully equipped with an electric hob and oven, fridge/freezer, microwave, washing machine, dishwasher, coffee machine and a dining table and chairs for four.

There is a sumptuous king size bedroom and a bathroom with a shower, slipper bath, WC and heated towel rail. Outside, there is a hot tub, perfect for relaxing, a patio table and chairs for four, a gas BBQ and hot and cold water taps, useful for muddy paws after a long walk. Enclosed rear patio garden.There is off road parking for two cars.

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Need to Know

Lodge Facilities
  • Quirky property
  • Wood-burning stove
  • Basket of free logs included
  • Free Wi-fi
  • Shop, pub, restaurant within walking distance
  • Downstairs bedroom
  • Downstairs bathroom
  • Enclosed garden / patio
  • Outdoor hot tub with a view!
  • Working farm - meet the animals
  • Ideal romantic getaway
  • Decorated for Christmas
Accommodation features
  • 1 Bedroom king size

  • 1 bathroom
  • Kitchen with electric hob and oven, microwave, fridge/ freezer, washing machine and coffee machine
  • Hot tub
  • Wood burner (first basket of logs included)
  • Under floor heating
  • Wi Fi included
  • Regret no smoking
  • Shop, pub, restaurant within walking distance
  • The cottage is located approx
  • 7miles from Stansted Airport
  • Sleeps 2 1 small double sofa bed in the lounge

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Visitor Rating
Rating
4.7
Earls Colne, Colchester
14 Miles Away
Sleeps 6
  • Indoor heated pool
  • Luxury lodges
  • Fishing on-site
  • Bar and restaurant
  • Spa & gym
From £439 per week
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Visitor Rating
Rating
4.2
Woodham Walter, Maldon
19 Miles Away
Sleeps 6
  • Indoor heated pool
  • Children's play area
  • Gym, Bar & restaurant
  • Nature trails and canal walks
  • 9 & 18 hole golf courses
From £305 per week
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Visitor Rating
Rating
5
Thorpe Morieux, near Lavenham
22 Miles Away
Sleeps 2
  • Glamping huts & tents
  • Adults only
  • Spa treatments
  • Outdoor heated pool
  • Holistic therapies and treatments
From £299 per week
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Visitor Rating
Rating
5
Cambridge
22 Miles Away
Sleeps 4
  • Luxury lodges
  • Swimming pool
  • Bar & Restaurant
  • Golf course
  • Spa and wellness centre
From £455 per week
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Visitor Rating
Rating
4.2
Chippenham, Nr Newmarket
23 Miles Away
Sleeps 8
  • Lakeside setting
  • Luxury accommodation
  • Woodland setting
  • Relaxing break
From £399 per week
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Rating
4.7
Bury St Edmunds
26 Miles Away
Sleeps 6
  • Picturesque setting
  • Luxury lodges
  • Beautiful countryside setting
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From £325 per week
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Visitor Rating
Rating
3.6
Mersea Island, Colchester
29 Miles Away
Sleeps 8
  • Indoor and outdoor heated pools
  • Bar & restaurant
  • Kid's Clubs
  • Great family entertainment
  • Beach within 3 miles
From £359 per week
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Sykes Cottages
Visitor Rating
Rating
10
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35 Miles Away
Sleeps 8
  • Luxury lodge
  • Open fire
  • Large property
  • Indoor garden!
  • Gated community
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Sykes Cottages
Visitor Rating
Rating
8.2
Hawley
37 Miles Away
Sleeps 2
  • Peaceful location
  • Ideal romantic break
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beautiful relaxing gardens
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Visitor Rating
Rating
4.1
Ramsey, Nr Huntingdon
38 Miles Away
Sleeps 4
  • Real log cabins
  • Nine hole golf course
  • Small fishing lake
  • Archery
  • 16-bay driving range
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Visitor Rating
Rating
4.8
Three Holes, Nr Downham Market
41 Miles Away
Sleeps 4
  • Luxury lodges
  • Peaceful rural location
  • Exclusively for adults
  • Enclosed area for pets
  • Supermarkets nearby
From £355 per week
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4.8
Downham Market
42 Miles Away
Sleeps 4
  • Bar and restaurant
  • Licensed cafe
  • Famous beaches nearby
  • Denver golf course with golf range
  • Countryside setting
From £319 per week
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4.9
Halling
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Sleeps 2
  • Aqua Park
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Goddards Mead Reviews

Anthony - Aug 2024
It's gorgeous and tranquil,we've been twice this year and will be returning, it's like home but more peaceful The owners Robert and Sharon are lovely people and we have never known better We recommend them to friends, family and anyone reading this Cheers
Katharine - Aug 2024
Warm hosts, lovely property, perfect location, super all round!
David George - Aug 2024
Absolutely lovely couple (Rob & Sharon) and place.
Glenys - Jul 2024
A lovely private cottage on a farm a short drive from Thaxted village. The cottage was our base for 16 days whilst we visited our family in the surrounding counties. Good space for two people and plenty of kitchen utensils, pot & pans etc. Great hosts and their friendly dog would greet us on our return home each day. Beautiful countryside to explorRead moree and a Tesco and Aldi about a 10 min drive away. Hide
Helen - Jul 2024
The barn conversion was amazing to be in. Loved the peace and quiet[you get used to the planes]
Anthony - Jun 2024
Lovely cottage,very nice owners. Lovely location loads of places to visit easily in reach Motorways not too far away Village pubs and eateries are fine We recommend Tony n Fran
Margaret - May 2024
Great week, cottage lived up to expectations.
Brian - May 2024
A lovely cottage with everything we needed. The owners were there if you needed them but otherwise left you to yourself.
Ged - Apr 2024
Lovely accommodation. Spotlessly clean, location great for walking. Thaxted only a 10 to 15 minute walk away. Great hosts. Superb hot tub!
Emily - Apr 2024
Beautiful place and very relaxing. Lovely, welcoming and helpful hosts. Highly recommend!
Vitoria - Mar 2024
We absolutely loved it. The place is great, our dogs had an amazing time and the owner are very lovely couple. We are planning our return as soon as we can. Thank you for the great holiday!
Andrew - Mar 2024
Beautiful barn conversation with bags of character, and lots of exposed historic roof and post timbers. Cosy feel especially with the lovely underfloor heating. Patio area was great, and the hot tub was brilliant after a long day out walking the dogs, with footpaths either a short walk into Thaxted or around the fields. Plenty of safe grassy areas Read morearound the cottage for the dogs as well. Sharon and Rob were very friendly. We'd thoroughly recommend. Hide
JOHN - Mar 2024
A real little gem, home from home. Very helpful hosts. Spotlessly clean, lovely and warm with underfloor heating and an additional bonus of a wood burner. A beautiful hot tub to relax in after a day out watching the planes go over towards Stanstead. We had a great time and will be back.
Maria - Feb 2024
Lovely cosy and spotless cottage with everything you need . Great to just to relax .
Lee - Feb 2024
Absolutely stunning property to stay in with everything that you need for a amazing stay. Short drive or walk to Thaxted which has excellent pubs serving fantastic food. Book a table before you go though. Lovely village, steeped in history. Love the wonky houses.
Bradley - Jan 2024
We had a really great stay! Sharon was a great host and the cottage was amazing.
Paul - Jan 2024
Excellent for everything can not improve or fault 10/10
Peter - Oct 2023
Such a great place to take the fur baby and enjoy the peaceful countryside, spectacular star gazing and endless bubbles in the jacuzzi.
Jacqueline - Oct 2023
Accommodation was perfect everything you needed. The hot tub was a bonus too. All enclosed and private. Our dog had a lovely time. The owners dog greeted us too so well behaved. The owners were very welcoming and helpful. Will certainly be back here again when visit our friends
Sharon - Sep 2023
This is one of the cleanest rentals we have stayed in. It is a delightful property and the hot tub is a real bonus. Location is perfect for us for visiting friends and family and we will definitely stay here again.
Ruth - Sep 2023
We had a fantastic stay. The cottage is in a great location - there are so many great walks. The cottage was really clean and the owners have thought of everything. The outside space was fully enclosed so our cockapoo could be left outside unattended. We would definitely recommend this place to friends and family.
Stephen - Sep 2023
Had a great break here, couldn't fault anything, hosts were friendly and helpful, and property was fully kitted out, especially enjoyed hot tub and all Garden furniture, five stars
Claire - Sep 2023
Amazing stay ,beautiful accommodation and surroundings, highly recommend to anyone needing a recharge...felt thoroughly relaxed and chilled out the whole time , the hosts are so friendly and approachable, I felt like I'd known them for years , really lovely people..
Richard - Aug 2023
Stunning cottage in a rural setting. We would definitely recommend Goddard Mean to our family and friends!
Carole - Aug 2023
Lovely cottage. Very clean. quiet and very relaxing. Great hot tub. The owners were very helpful and friendly. Hope to book again next year. Thank you.
Marjorie - Jul 2023
Beautiful property located on a working farm but not disturbed or overlooked Hot tub a fantastic bonus just what we needed for a relaxing breakx
Kathy - Jul 2023
5 , no 10! Amazing, wonderful holiday. location idyllic, and property incredible. Spoilt in every way with all needs catered for by such friendly thoughtful hosts. A real treasure in every way
Paul - Jun 2023
Amazing hot tub bbq & cottage in a peaceful tranquil atmosphere with lovely villages nearby
Lisa - Jun 2023
Just right and nice and cool. Able to have all doors and windows open in the heat. Hot tub was superb.
Fraser - May 2023
Fantastic cottage in a perfect setting. The local walls were really enjoyable especially with the dogs. The local area really is idyllic
Calum - Apr 2023
Beautiful cottage in a fantastic location. Great host and very friendly. Thank you for letting us stay.
Meltem - Apr 2023
We have just returned from our stay at Goddard's Mead with my husband and two dogs. It was 4 nights of staying in a blissful sanctuary. We met the lovely animals on farm and the most friendly resident pup! The whole cottage provides a warm and welcoming environment. Sharon and everyone we saw and said hi to on the farm were extremely kind and frien dly. We cannot wait to return.
Lorraine - Mar 2023
Fantastic 3 night break for my husbands 50th..and also out doggy ralph.. Everything was so clean and i needed of taken so much with me as the cottage was equipped with it all.. Hairdryer even.. Didnt do much sight seeing but had lovely walks and enjoyed the beautiful hot tub... Really comfy bed.. All was just wonderful.. Sharon was fantastic.. Will definitely book again
Christopher - Jan 2023
Brilliant & cosy cottage far enough out the way to be secluded but close enough to local amenities. Amazing hotub & bathroom with underfloor heating throughout tops it off. The owners, Rob & Sharon are wonderful! (And of course Bonnie) Will definitely be coming back again for longer ASAP!!
Emma - Jan 2023
Beautiful cottage with hot tub and log burner. lovely hosts, peaceful, perfect for our mini break. Hope to return for longer soon!
Phoebe - Dec 2022
Really well equipped house, lovely and warm too which was so nice on a rainy December day! Bath was just lovely and a nice big shower! The property is under a flight path - this did not disturb us at all! Dont be put off! A great location for dogs who hate fireworks as it's in the middle of nowhere. Really beautiful, well converted property. Thank you!
Andrew - Dec 2022
It was everything we wanted for our weekend away and we loved staying here. We'll definitely be back! Our pups absolutely loved the underfloor heating and had so much fun in the garden. In fact Luna came home with a strained tail and according to the vet it was because she was wagging it so much over the weekend!! Very happy pups and hoomans!
Simon - Oct 2022
Lovely cottage. Great location for us. Away from the hustle and bustle. Great hot tub . Lovely helpful non intrusive owners. They have it just right!
Brooke - Oct 2022
Absolutely loved how well maintained and equipped this cottage is. Plenty of dog walks right on the doorstep. Very friendly host, they were so efficient and communication was excellent. We enjoyed meeting the animals on the farm and the very curious pig penelope. Perfect escape for us and the doggos. Will definitely be back, brilliant value!! Highl y recommend.
Libby - Oct 2022
Beautiful property, spotlessly clean, well equipped and very comfortable, had a fabulous break, hot tub amazing x
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Attractions Near Goddards Mead

Here are some of the activities and experiences you can enjoy on your visit to Goddards Mead. If you discover a worthy inclusion to this list on your hot tub break, please let us know and we'll add it so that other visitors can enjoy it too.
Great Notley Park - CM77 7FS
about 10 Miles
This attraction is currently under construction but we are looking forward to it opening in early 2011.  The philosophy of the Discovery Centre is 'healthy body, healthy mind, healthy planet and aims to change people's attitudes and actions towards our planet.  Educational as well as fun there are plenty of activities such as outdoor sport pitches, cycle and walking trails and indoor activity rooms.  This is a unique attraction for the whole family.
RSPB Rye Meads Nature Reserve - SG12 8JS
about 19 Miles
If you like nature then the RSPB Rye Meads Nature Reserve makes a great day out.   Situated in Stanstead Abbotts in Essex this place is a haven for wildlife.  If you're a keen walker or bird watcher then this is certainly the place for you.  Kids will also love the activities on offer including the Explorer Backpacks they can borrow full of fun things to do.  Don't forget to bring a picnic!  Look out for special events taking place throughout the year such as Feed the Bird days.
National Horse Racing Museum - CB8 8JL
about 19 Miles
This is a museum with a difference and a must see if you are into horse racing.  You can take guided tours around the museum or choose to wander round yourself admiring the exhibits.  New for 2010 is a Junior Fun Tour which is ideal for children.  Simply ask the gallery staff for a Fun Tour pack when you enter the museum and kids can answer questions and spot clues and tips on the way round.  One of the most popular recent exhibitions is the Thoroughbred: State of the Art exhibition in Gallery 5 on until 31st October.  Check out their websites for the latest exhibitions.
Colchester Zoo - CO3 0SL
about 22 Miles
Colchester Zoo is a fantastic place to visit with something for all the family.  Wander around and see the array of animals in excellent habitats.  Don't forget to visit the Leopards at Ussuri Falls, this new expansion can be located opposte the White Tiger Valley and the Medellin Momkeys.  Other popular areas of the zoo include Tiger Taiga, Chimp World and Wallaby Walkabout.   Look out for special events throughout the year such as Shriek Week on Halloween.  If you book tickets online you can obtain a discount of 10% and are also fast tracked on entry to the zoo - a great idea in the school holidays.
Ickworth House, Park & Gardens - IP29 5QE
about 22 Miles
The National Trust Ickworth House, Park & Gardens is a Beautiful 1800 acre country estate with many attractions including a fantastic adventure playground for the children and a range of nature trails which the whole family will enjoy. The site also has a family friendly cycle route a gift shop and a small café
Lee Valley Park Farms - EN9 2EF
about 22 Miles
Located in the Waltham Abbey area of Essex this lovely farm will appeal to families especially those with small children.  With animals including Ella and Eve the goats and Tallulah and Barbara the pigs younger children will delight in meeting and learning about the various farm animals.  Other attractions on the farm include the new indoor soft play area where children can moo like a cow while whizzing down the big cow slide or dive into the ball pools.  Look out for a range of activities taking place each weekend and during school holidays such as sheep shearing, bottle feeding the lambs and even pig racing.  When it's time to sit down and recharge your batteries head for the Orchard Cafe or one of the ready made picnic areas.
Adventure Island - SS1 2AU
about 33 Miles
Adventure Island costs nothing to enter and there is an array of rides and attractions on offer. The Big Adventure rides include the Dragon's Claw, Rage and Vortex.  For younger children there is just as much fun on offer with rides like the Cow Jump, Over the Hill and Dragon. Mini Rides include the Choo Choo Train, Crooked House and Flying Jumbos.  When you have ran out of energy you could have a wander round the gift shop and perhaps buy a souvenir of your day.
Suffolk Owl Sanctuary - IP28 6HX
about 36 Miles
This amazing owl sanctuary located in the Stowmarket area of Suffolk should be high on your list of places to visit in the area.  The attraction is also a registered charity and carries out important work in the care & rehabilitation of owls from the region.  The sanctuary also raises awareness of owl conservation throughout the UK.  Between April and the end of September there are two superb flying displays each day so you should try and make your visit coincide with one of these displays if you can.