You can look forward to a garden, a playground and laundry facilities at Perfect Countryside Cottage. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Reviews
6.86.8 out of 10
Entire home
5 bedrooms2 bathrooms
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About this property
Perfect Countryside Cottage
The perfect grade II listed countryside cottage. Steeped in heritage yet featuring all modern amenities. The most beautiful escape within secluded, undulating 360 degree gardens with views across the arable land.
Nestled in 1/3 acre of undulating gardens, backing onto farmland lies Spring Cottage. Dating back to the 1500’s, grade II listed, this house plays host to an abundance of period features while providing all the elements of modern comfort.
Ideally situated on the edge of a delightful village giving easy access to London by underground tube, overhead train or by road. Just 15 miles from Stanstead airport. Within easy reach of Epping and Chelmsford City.
The Space
Spring Cottage can comfortably accommodate 8 guests. With 3 large, spacious, beautifully furnished double bedrooms (2 with en suites) and 2 single bedrooms (accessible through double bedrooms). All beds have cotton bed linen and feather bedding.
Downstairs
Comprises of a spacious sitting room with an open fire in the inglenook fireplace, exposed oak beams, door to terrace and Smart TV. Second sitting room has exposed oak beams, sofa converts to a double bed if required. Dining room with wood burner in the inglenook fireplace, exposed oak beams and original brick floor, open plan to the contemporary country style kitchen with modern appliances, electric oven, hob and microwave, Smeg fridge/freezer. The kitchen is open plan to the light and airy garden room with its large kitchen table. 3 big opening windows to the rear of the garden room give glorious views of the gardens and stunning sunsets, double French doors to each side leading out onto the wrap around terrace.
Extending out from the kitchen on one side is an office with well stocked book shelves and an antique desk. To the other side is a utility room with washing machine and w/c.
The outside provides spacious 360 degree undulating gardens with a natural spring trickling gently all year. Scarcely overlooked so provides the perfect magical retreat with its secret passage, tree house and zip line tucked away at the back of the garden. There is a large wrap around patio providing a soft seating area and dining area with bbq facilities. There is a log store to the right of the house providing firewood. (Note garage and store room are not accessible to guests).
In the village there are two pubs, one serving traditional pub food and the other a finer cuisine. A 5 minute drive brings you to the infamous ‘Smiths’ of Ongar, a firm favourite of Rod Stewart!
Within easy reach there is a plethora of excellent restaurants, pubs, farm shops, wedding venues, heritage spots and places of interest. Endless nature walks along the Essex Way, which can be reached from the village.
Travel Links
Stanstead airport - 15 miles M11 - 5 miles M25 - 10 miles Epping tube station (central line) - 9 miles Brentwood overground (Liverpool St) - 10 miles
Wedding / Event Venues
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Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 23 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
No lift
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Ongar is home to this cottage. St. Andrews Church and Kelvedon Hatch Secret Nuclear Bunker are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Weald Country Park and Pishiobury Park. The Gibberd Garden and Tye Green Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Visit our Ongar travel guide
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much is parking at Perfect Countryside Cottage?
On-site parking is available at the property.
Where is Perfect Countryside Cottage located?
Situated in Ongar, this cottage is 2.1 mi (3.5 km) from Saint Nicholas Church, Moreton and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Budworth Hall. St. Andrews Church and Kelvedon Hatch Secret Nuclear Bunker are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Perfect Countryside Cottage Reviews
Reviews
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Our family of 5 adults, 2 children and our cockapoo stayed at Spring Cottage for 2 nights. The house is delightful with low beams and ceilings and nicely furnished. Communication with Loraine was excellent. Lovely enclosed garden. We really enjoyed our stay and would recommend.
Not very good at all. The house is advertised as 5 bedrooms, it isn’t. It is a 3 bedroom house that has single beds placed in rooms off the bedrooms ( totally impractical if you are not all family) and even then not ideal. I chose the property based on location and primary information given. Internet was useless, absolutely zero phone signal. Do not book if you actually looking for more than 3 bedrooms.