The Workshop is a newly renovated timber framed 17th century barn.
The accommodation has been extensively refurbished maintaining much of its original features which tell its varied history. It can sleep 4-6 people over two levels, with an open plan and well equipped kitchen, utility, dining room and lounge area. The master bedroom has an en suite shower/ bathroom, the second bedroom with en suite wet room is adapted to aid most disabilities. The mezzanine has a sofa bed with separate WC and basin. The barn has been well insulated, double glazed to conservation standards and in keeping with its 17 C charm. This is a cosy retreat with its log burner and under floor heating. It would suit couples, multi generational family with teenagers or young children and the family dog. Outside there is decking, a small walled garden all with wheelchair accessibility and plenty of off road parking.
The workshop runs alongside the successful Bendysh Hall B&B which has been running for a number of years. There is fishing, scenic walks, and the area is popular with cyclists. Close to Audley End house, gardens and miniature railway. Saffron Walden market town, the renowned Saffron concert hall, Duxford, Newmarket, Ely Bury St Edmunds, Lavenham, Clare and Long Melford all in easy reach
Rural Setting
Set in a quiet rural setting, The Workshop is located at Bendysh Hall which is a working farm and family home run by Nick and Ali Fordham. The farm consists of 300 acres of land which grow mainly wheat and oil seed rape with conservation areas and old meadow lands.
Stunning Views
The Workshop has access to Great and Little Bendysh woods with many footpaths for you to enjoy walking in. There are some great opportunities to see the wildlife and wild flowers are abundant, including bluebells in April/May and beautiful wild orchids in June.
Great Location
It is close to Audley End house & gardens . Saffron Walden market town,the renowned Saffron Concert Hall & Bury St Edmunds. London is only an hour by train, if you fancy exploring the Capital’s Attractions. See our What’s On page for more things to do
The Workshop is a beautiful property to stay in, spacious and stylish, good quality furnishings. In the current pandemic, it is excellent for social distancing if two households are together, and the preparation by the owners to ensure it is Covid safe is also excellent. The decking terrace has lovely views across farmland and we were fortunate to be able to enjoy meals outside owing to having such fabulous weather. We hope to return.
This is a stunning property, beautifully decorated and furnished. It had everything we could want. The environs were equally stunning and the owners who we had occasion to bump into as they live in the main house adjacent to The Workshop, were friendly and helpful. We would definitely visit again - my only regret was that we couldn’t stay longer!
What a wonderful weekend, haven't slept so well for months! Great hosts, so warm and friendly - blooming marvellous. We will definitely visit again
Stunning! If you choose to stay here you will not be disappointed. Each room is immaculately clean, warm and inviting. Alison & Nick are the perfect hosts. Ensure that your stay coincides with Alison baking cakes!
Fabulous ,steeped in history in a lovely area, with friendly hosts - nothing to dislike!
Absolutely wonderful- wish we were staying longer!
FACILITIES
PARKING
There is off road parking available for 2 cars
CYCLE & WALKING GEAR STORAGE
We are able to store xxx bikes & can dry wet clothes & boots
COT & HIGHCHAIR
A cot and highchair is available on request
WHEELCHAIR ACCESS
It is equipped to cater for most disabilities
BBQ HIRE
Perfect to use in the walled garden
BREAKFAST PACKS TO ORDER
All produce locally sourced