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Holiday Accommodation Uttlesford
Self catering accommodation in Essex with holiday homes and cottages for rental in Uttlesford
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Cottage in Clavering, Saffron Walden, Uttlesford, Essex, England, UK
Sleeps 6. 3 bedroom countryside cottage is a converted Essex barn. It has been furnished to high standard with the comfort of our guests in mind. The large landscaped garden (safe for children) is ideal to relax. On the borders of Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire there are some wonderful views across the Stort valley abundant with wildlife.
Prices from £225.00 per week
England > Essex > Uttlesford
House in Great Dunmow, Uttlesford, Essex, England
Sleeps 6. 4 bedroom house. Situated in a quiet safe area of Great Dunmow, essex with easy link by road, train or bus into the Olympic park in Stratford, East London. On the doorstep of Stansted airport.
Prices from £1950.00 per week
England > Essex > Uttlesford
Cottage in Saffron Walden, Essex, England
Sleeps 4, 2 bedroom cottage forming part of one of Saffron Walden's oldest houses, a Grade 1 Listed property dating back 700 years. This property includes a wealth of exposed beams and period features.
Prices from £500.00 per week
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Travel Guide of Uttlesford (Essex)
Uttlesford may not immediately spring to mind when considering holidays in the UK, but it has such an incredible amount to offer. The district covers the majority of north-west Essex, and is almost entirely comprised of rolling, green hills and fragrant forests of willow, oak and elm. Of course, enormous manor houses and quaint villages are also weaved into the landscape, with medieval and Tudor monuments remaining almost wholly unchanged. With major rivers such as the Roding, Chelmer, Stort and Cam running throughout the district, it's also the perfect setting for peaceful, outdoor pursuits. So when next thinking about taking a break in the UK, consider holiday accommodation in Uttlesford.
Things to do in Uttlesford
The district's beautiful landscapes make holiday rentals in Uttlesford perfect for those who enjoy outdoor activities. Hiking, fishing and cycling are all popular, and ideal pursuits when you want to get back to the simple life. Why not travel to the only medieval forest in the country, Hatfield Forest? Covering around 1,049 acres, you won't manage it all in a day! During the 19th century, Uttlesford was a district largely run-down with poverty: whilst churches and cottages went without renovation, this also meant they were left unchanged. To this day, there a huge number of historic houses to explore when you choose holiday homes in Uttlesford, and some 3,500 Listed Buildings throughout the district.
Places to see Uttlesford
When choosing holiday lettings in Uttlesford, you have a wide range of villages to choose from. Each boasts its own unique features, but all have a fascinating history. It has been said that a church was built in Hadstock as early as 1020, to commemorate King Canute's victory over Edmond Ironside at Assandun. Other villages include Tilty with its fragmented 12th century abbey, and Hatfield Broad Oak, built upon a medieval priory. Great Chesterford, meanwhile, was an important Roman town, and Clavering is thought to boast the earliest castle site in England.
