Emma
Date of stay: 11th May 2025
We had a lovely stay at Goddard's Mead. Rob and Sharon have done an amazing job transforming this historic building into a cosy spot. From the warm welcome from them and Bonnie to the peaceful surroundings, everything felt just right. The location is perfect for exploring Essexs charming villages like Thaxted, which are packed with history and beautiful buildings. Definitely recommend taking the time to wander around and soak it all in. Great place!
James Carter
Date of stay: 9th May 2025
We stayed at this charming cottage on a working farm and it was surprisingly private. The owners, Robert and Sharon, were lovely and very welcoming. The place itself is really spacious, with a well-equipped kitchen and a comfy bed that we slept like logs on. The garden is perfect for dogs, totally secluded and nicely furnished. There are plenty of walks nearby and we enjoyed exploring. Thaxteds restaurants, especially The Star and The Maypole, are worth a visit. All in all, wed definitely recommend it!
Harriet
Date of stay: 5th May 2025
We had such a lovely stay in this charming little spot tucked away in a peaceful area. The owners were genuinely friendly and eager to help whenever we needed anything. Its just far enough from everything to keep that privacy, but still close enough if you need assistance. The hot tub was a real highlight after a long day of cycling. One thing to mention - its right under Stansteds flight path, so theres quite a bit of noise from planes. We got used to it quickly though and it didnt ruin our trip at all. Would definitely recommend!
Emma
Date of stay: 1st May 2025
We had such a lovely stay at the cottage! The location is perfect - peaceful and quiet, with stunning views of the surrounding farms. We loved seeing the horses and the owners were super friendly, making sure we had everything we needed. Definitely a spot well be returning to!
Emma
Date of stay: 30th April 2025
We absolutely loved our stay at Goddard Mead! The cottage had everything we needed and the walks right outside were perfect. The warm welcome from the owners made it even more special. Lovely people indeed!
Sarah
Date of stay: 27th April 2025
We loved the cosy vibe of the cottage, especially the log burner and hot tub. The hosts were lovely and made us feel at home. Definitely coming back!
Alex
Date of stay: 27th April 2025
We had a fantastic stay! The place was super peaceful and really well equipped. The hot tub was a highlight and everyone was so friendly. If youre after some calm and quiet, this is definitely the spot to choose. Lovely indeed!
Emily
Date of stay: 24th April 2025
We stayed at this charming cottage and honestly, it had everything we needed - we didnt have to bring much at all! The owners, Sharon and Rob, were super quick to reply if we had questions. The welcome pack was really helpful, full of useful info and some nice touches for us and the dogs. The enclosed garden was perfect for the pups and the hot tub was just fantastic after a day out. Overall, a lovely spot for a relaxing break. Well definitely be coming back!
Amira
Date of stay: 24th April 2025
Really enjoyed the walk around the fields, the place was charming and the dogs loved it! Definitely recommend.
Emily
Date of stay: 21st April 2025
We absolutely loved staying here! The cottage is in such a peaceful spot, perfect for unwinding. The hot tub was a real highlight and everything inside was spotless and well-equipped. Plenty of lovely walks nearby, definitely a place wed visit again. Highly recommend!
Emily Parker
Date of stay: 19th April 2025
We recently stayed at Goddard's Mead and honestly, it was lovely. Rob and Sharon have done a fantastic job converting this historic building with such care. They gave us a warm welcome and Bonnie was adorable! The location's perfect for exploring Essex - we loved wandering around Thaxted and nearby villages, soaking in all the history. Its a really cosy place for a relaxing break and wed definitely recommend it to anyone looking to unwind in beautiful surroundings.
Alexandra
Date of stay: 18th April 2025
We had a lovely time exploring the fields with the dogs, really enjoyed the peaceful walk. Would recommend!
Oliver
Date of stay: 13th April 2025
The cottage was really charming and in a perfect spot for what we wanted-peaceful and away from busy areas. The hot tub was a lovely bonus! Owners were super helpful without being intrusive. They've got it just right!
Oliver
Date of stay: 12th April 2025
We stayed at a charming cottage, perfect for relaxing away from busy areas. The hot tub was amazing and the owners were friendly without being intrusive at all!
James
Date of stay: 12th April 2025
We had a fantastic stay at this cosy cottage tucked away on a working farm, yet it felt surprisingly private. The owners, Robert and Sharon, are genuinely lovely and welcoming. The place is super spacious, with a well-equipped kitchen and a comfy bed that we didn't want to leave. The garden is perfect for dogs - totally secluded and furnished nicely. There are plenty of walks nearby and Thaxteds restaurants, like The Star and The Maypole, are well worth a visit. Highly recommended!
Emma
Date of stay: 2nd April 2025
Really loved the tranquil vibe here, the Jacuzzi was just perfect!
Rajiv
Date of stay: 28th March 2025
We had a fantastic stay at this little gem! The setting is beautifully private, yet close enough to everything we needed. The owners were super friendly and made sure we had everything we wanted, without intruding. The hot tub was a real highlight after a long day of cycling, honestly. The only thing to note is the noise from planes overhead, as its right under the flight path. It took us a couple of hours to get used to it, but it didnt ruin our trip at all. Would definitely come back!
Emma
Date of stay: 27th March 2025
We had a really relaxing stay! The cottage was spotless and had everything we needed, plus some nice little extras. Highly recommend!
Emma Roberts
Date of stay: 25th March 2025
We really enjoyed our stay at Goddard Mead! The cottage had everything we needed and the walks right outside were a lovely touch. The owners made us feel so welcome-such lovely people. Would definitely return!
James
Date of stay: 23rd March 2025
We needed a dog walking getaway and it was just spot on. Lovely place to stay, with great pubs and eateries nearby. Plenty of countryside for off-road adventures and the dog refused to get in the car to leave!
Emma
Date of stay: 23rd March 2025
We had an amazing stay at this cottage! The place is clearly well looked after and has everything you could need. Our dogs loved the nearby walks and meeting all the farm animals, especially Penelope the pig, was such a treat. The host was super friendly and responsive. Definitely a great getaway and well be returning soon!
Emma
Date of stay: 21st March 2025
We loved the stunning place, so clean and comfy and the hot tub was just perfect! Definitely recommend.
Harriet
Date of stay: 18th March 2025
We had a wonderful stay at this good place. The location is just so peaceful and private - perfect for relaxing. The owners are genuinely lovely and always happy to help without intruding on your space. The hot tub was a real treat after a long day cycling around. One thing to note, though, is that the cottage is quite close to Stansteds flight path, so theres quite a bit of noise from the planes. We got used to it quickly and it didnt ruin our trip, but its worth mentioning if noise bothers you. Overall, a lovely place!
Emma Johnson
Date of stay: 13th March 2025
We loved how well everything was organised, from the cosy place to the friendly hosts who couldnt do enough for us. It truly felt like a home away from home. Well definitely be coming back soon!
Emma
Date of stay: 12th March 2025
Really enjoyed our time here. The place was spotless, had everything we needed and the hot tub was a highlight!
Sarah
Date of stay: 11th March 2025
We loved the cosy feel of the log burner and the peaceful surroundings. The hosts were really friendly. Can't wait to come back for longer!
Olivia
Date of stay: 10th March 2025
We loved this cosy cottage - the hot tub and log burner made it so special. Hosts were lovely, super peaceful. Cant wait to come back!
Emma
Date of stay: 8th March 2025
Really enjoyed our stay, the cottage had everything needed.
Emma
Date of stay: 8th March 2025
We really enjoyed staying here. The place is peaceful, perfect for unwinding and our dog loved it!
Oliver
Date of stay: 3rd March 2025
We loved staying at this charming cottage! Its perfectly tucked away for peace but still close to shops and restaurants. The hot tub was fantastic and the underfloor heating made everything super cosy. Rob, Sharon and Bonnie made us feel right at home. Cant wait to return!