The Old Parish Hall

Stansted Mountfitchet station is five minutes away, with trains to London in 40 minutes or Cambridge in 30. The Cricketers Arms pub stands within walking distance. Saffron Walden's market town shops and restaurants are a short drive, while the village itself has a castle and toy museum worth visiting. This converted parish hall from the 1800s sits in Rickling Green, a quiet spot that keeps you close to transport links and attractions without feeling urban.

One bedroom and one bathroom serve two guests in a property that's yours alone. The bedroom is tucked on a mezzanine level, reached by a spiral staircase, and contains a kingsize bed with an en-suite shower and bath. Downstairs, a living and dining space runs the length of the ground floor with high ceilings, stone floors and a wood burner for winter evenings. The dining table converts to a snooker table. Stone features and vintage touches run through the place, mixed with modern comfort—underfloor heating keeps it warm, there's a dishwasher in the kitchen, and wifi connects you when you need it. A small front garden has seating and a barbecue. Bed linen, towels, electricity and wifi are included. You can bring one pet. The property is non-smoking, and there are two parking spaces on site.