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Saffron View is a superb development of 4 & 5 bedroom houses for sale in Saffron Walden. Within easy reach of Cambridge, Bishop’s Stortford, and London (1 hour by train), this development is ideal for commuters and families.
Choosing to buy a property in Saffron Walden will mean you are surrounded by beautiful, rolling Essex countryside, with a good number of independent shops and places to eat close by. It’s also well served by two main supermarkets – a Waitrose and a Tesco Superstore – so the everyday essentials are never too far away. Saffron Walden is a major centre for the arts, with a cinema, popular concert hall, galleries and a museum to explore. With these useful commuting links and amenities, Saffron Walden has just the right mixture of convenience, comfort and culture.
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Ideally located just 18 miles from Cambridge and 12 miles from Bishop’s Stortford, Saffron Walden is a culturally rich medieval town that gained its wealth from wool and saffron. You’ll enjoy a perfect market town atmosphere, beautiful historic buildings, and the largest parish church in Essex – St Mary’s Church – at the town’s heart. Our houses for sale in Saffron Walden are located within the stunning Essex countryside and are a stones’ throw from heritage sites like the 19th century garden at Bridge End, just under a 10 minute drive away. It’s the local transport links, deep history, and beautiful country location that make Saffron Walden such a sought-after location.
Saffron Walden is an ideally located market town within the county of Essex. You’ll benefit from a wide array of local amenities, including a Tesco Superstore, Waitrose, community hospital, Homebase, vet, and a Pure Gym all a stones’ throw from your doorstep. In the town of Saffron Walden, you’ll be spoilt for choice for both chain and independent dining options: A cosy tea room, local takeaways, fish and chips, and Italian options including Prezzo and ASK Italian are all available. The 19th century old-world pubs The English Gentleman and The Kings’ Arms both offer a fine choice of drinks and tasty pub fayre. There are plenty of places to shop, too - a New Look, Superdrug, Boots, FatFace, Clarks and WHSmith are all gathered within this idyllic town centre. There’s also an award-winning weekly market with fresh fish, fruit and vegetables available on Tuesdays and Saturdays that has been held in the town since 1141. Just outside of Saffron Waldon, conveniently located as you come into Saffron View, is a small retail park where you will find Aldi, Pets at Home, Costa Coffee and a B&M store.
In terms of leisure, there are a number of activities close to home, including the Lord Butler Fitness and Leisure Centre just 4 minutes away by car that offers a fantastic range of community facilities including a gym, swimming pool, squash courts, a sauna, steam rooms, and a sports hall that’s available for activities and parties. You’re also not far from equestrian centres such as the Sparrows Hill Livery horse riding school, and the One Minet skate park is sure to keep children fit, active and socialising.
Our property for sale in Saffron Walden also benefits from the town’s status as a centre for the arts, as well as a rich history. St Mary’s Church is the largest parish church in Essex and has regular services available. From there, you can visit the Bridge End Gardens, a group of ornamental gardens created around 1840 by Francis Gibson. When it comes to art, the Fry Art Gallery - which opened over three decades ago - has a stunning collection of paintings, illustrations, and designs, all run by volunteers. There’s also the Saffron Walden Gallery for contemporary art and the Church Street Gallery for incredible pieces by local artists. Saffron Walden is additionally home to a museum, independent cinema, and the award-winning Saffron Hall for memorable days out.
Further afield, you’re just 12 miles from Bishop’s Stortford, another historic market town with incredible sights and opportunities for days out, including the Mountfitchet Castle & the House on the Hill Toy Museum. Mountfitchet Castle allows you to experience what medieval life was like over 900 years ago, walking through an open-air Norman village, while the House on the Hill Toy Museum offers a wide collection to peruse, owned by Alan Goldsmith – an avid collector of toys from a young age.
Our homes in Saffron View are also located just 18 miles from Cambridge. Nestled along the River Cam, this historic city is home to 40 acres of botanic gardens owned by the renowned Cambridge University, the famous Fitzwilliam Museum, and the stunning King’s College Chapel. Once you’ve soaked in all the historic sights and landmarks that Cambridge has to offer, unwind along the River Cam with guided river punting tours and boat hires. Stop by the weekly foodPark markets for a bite to eat from the city’s best traders or visit any number of popular restaurants and eateries including Fitzbillies – famous for its Chelsea buns. If you’re looking to do shopping, Cambridge is home to a three-floored Grand Arcade with 60 luxury and high street retailers, as well as the Grafton Centre and Lion Yard, which both offer further options for shopping, dining or entertainment. Whether you’re looking for relaxation, sight-seeing or a bit of retail therapy, you’ll be spoilt for choice in Cambridge.
Those looking to move to Saffron View with a family will find a good selection of nearby Ofsted rated schools, giving you a range of good choices for each stage of your child’s education. Saffron Walden Nursery School (‘Good’) is just a 5 minute drive away, and Children’s Cottage Day Nursery (‘Good’) is also within the same distance. For primary education, St Thomas More Catholic Primary School (‘Good’) is also just 5 minutes away by car, and St Mary’s C of E Primary School (‘Good’) is just 6 minutes’ drive from the development. From there, Saffron Walden County High School (‘Outstanding’) is a perfect location for your children’s further education and sixth form.
Cambridge University is a prestigious institution founded in 1209, making it the world’s fourth-oldest surviving university, and is the top-ranked university in the United Kingdom according to all major league tables, making it a fantastic option for those looking to further their education.
Our property for sale in Saffron Walden benefits from excellent transport links by car, with the nearby M11 giving easy access northward to Cambridge (36 minutes) and East Anglia, or southward to London (under 2 hours) and the M25 (40 minutes). If you’re looking to get around by train, Audley End station is just 10 minutes away by car for services to Cambridge and London, which are approximately 20 minutes and 1 hour 30 minutes away respectively.
For air travel, Stansted Airport is just 27 minutes away via the M11, meaning that you’re never too far from your next well deserved holiday.
Stuck in a chain or have a home to sell? We could buy your current home when you buy one of ours with Home Exchange.
Have a home to sell? We could help sell it for you, so you can buy one of ours with Smooth Move! We could even save you time and money.
You could realise your dream of owning a brand-new home sooner than you think with the help of Deposit Assist.
Stuck in a chain or have a home to sell? We could buy your current home when you buy one of ours with Home Exchange.
Have a home to sell? We could help sell it for you, so you can buy one of ours with Smooth Move! We could even save you time and money.
You could realise your dream of owning a brand-new home sooner than you think with the help of Deposit Assist.
*(55%) Data from the Home Builders Federation and YouGov.
**Savings based on independent survey competed 2022 by Elmhurst Energy. Savings depend on type of property, size of property, energy usage and tariff.
The site plan which can be found on this page, has been produced for home identification purposes only and is not to scale. The development layout, landscaping and tenure of all dwellings may be subject to change throughout the course of the development. Finishes and materials may vary from those shown on the plan. Please check the details of your chosen plot and house type with the sales consultant. Development layout plan correct at time of production.
Deposit Assist: References to “we”, “us” or “our” are to the part of the Vistry Group (including Linden Homes, Bovis Homes, Countryside Homes, Vistry Ventures or one of Vistry’s joint venture companies) from which you are intending to purchase a new home. References to "you” and “your” are to the prospective buyer or buyers of a new home from us. Deposit Assist is available on selected new homes at participating developments. Evidence of a minimum 5% deposit contribution from a third-party contributor other than you must be confirmed by a mortgage broker/legal advisor prior to legal completion. On presentation prior to legal completion of this evidence to our satisfaction: (i) on legal completion £5,000 will be paid as a cashback to you; (ii) after legal completion £2,000 will be paid to the third-party contributor. Only one deposit contributor per reservation and purchase of a new home from us. Scheme cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer, discount, promotion, or scheme. Offer may be withdrawn at any time without notice. We do not offer mortgage advice; any financial advice should be obtained from a mortgage advisor or lender. To take advantage of this offer you must claim before reserving a property from us and before any other discount is applied. Subject to individual lender terms and conditions. Not applicable to second homeowners or investor purchasers. Our usual reservation and sales terms and conditions also apply. Please speak to one of our sales consultants for more details. Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on a mortgage or any other debt secured on it.
**5-star home rating based on the independent annual home owner survey conducted by the Home Builders Federation.
†Home Exchange is available on selected homes only. Acceptance is at our sole discretion and not all properties are suitable. We reserve the right to refuse to agree to Home Exchange of your current home and we are under no obligation to give reasons why. Home Exchange may not be available in conjunction with any other offer and is also subject to the terms of your Reservation Agreement with us. As a guide, your current home must not be worth more than 75% of the value of your chosen Linden home. Reservation fees may vary. For full terms and conditions please click here."
‡Smooth Move is available on selected new Linden homes only. Acceptance is at our sole discretion. We reserve the right to refuse to agree to Smooth Move and we are under no obligation to give reasons why. We will instruct local estate agents to undertake an independent valuation and marketing advice for your current home before we make you a proposal on a marketing price for your home. The realistic sale price may be lower than an initial marketing price and is based on a sale within a specified timescale fixed by us. You have the final say at the price at which the property is marketed, but Smooth Move will not be available if the price at which you wish to market your current home is higher than we think is realistic or the timescale is too long. You must agree: 1. No party is currently negotiating to purchase your current home 2. No introduction has already been made by another party 3. Not to instruct another estate agent to sell your current home. You may need to leave a full set of keys and agree to access accompanied viewings for potential buyers with the appointed estate agents. You agree that Linden Homes will determine which estate agent is instructed and the terms of that appointment. It is not guaranteed that a buyer will be found for your current home or that any buyer will be willing to pay the price you want. Linden Homes may continue to market your chosen Linden home and reserves the right to take a reservation on this home until the sale of your current home to a third party is agreed and you pay the reservation fee on your chosen Linden home. In this case, if available, an alternative home may be offered, but there is no obligation on either party to proceed with Smooth Move. Any sale of your current home to a third-party buyer is at a price approved by you. A reservation fee is payable to Linden Homes for the purchase of your chosen Linden home at the agreed price, when you agree a sale on your current home. You agree only to confirm agreement of sale with a purchaser who can achieve an exchange within 35 days and who has been financially qualified to proceed with the purchase of your current home. On the simultaneous legal completion of the sale of your current home and the purchase of your new Linden home, we will pay the estate agents fees. Please note your buyer could cancel prior to legal exchange of contracts for the sale of your current home. In this instance, Linden Homes retains the right to cancel the purchase of your chosen home and retain the agreed proportion of the reservation fee in accordance with your reservation agreement. We reserve the right to withdraw Smooth Move if an acceptable buyer is not found within the specified period. Should we secure a purchaser for your current home on your behalf and you do not proceed to purchase a Linden home, you may be liable to pay all Estate Agent fees. Reservation fees may vary dependent upon the location of your new Linden home. An upfront fee of £500 is required, all of which is refundable against the reservation fee and purchase price of your new Linden home. If you choose not to purchase, Linden Homes will retain up to fifty percent of the fee to cover reasonable administrative and other costs incurred in processing and holding the reservation. Smooth Move is available on selected plots only.
#Deposit Assist is available on selected homes at participating developments. Evidence of a minimum 5% deposit contribution must be confirmed by mortgage broker/legal adviser at point of reservation and presented to sales consultant. £2,000* will be paid to contributor after purchaser has legally completed on their purchase. Only one contributor per reservation. £5,000** will be made available as a cashback to purchaser on legal completion. Scheme cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer, discount, promotion or scheme and conditional on paying full asking price unless otherwise stated. Subject to lender approval. Offer may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Linden Homes do not offer mortgage advice, any financial advice should be obtained from a mortgage advisor or lender. Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on a mortgage or any other debt secured on it. To take advantage of this offer you must claim before reserving a property from us and before any other discount is applied. Subject to individual lender terms and conditions. Not applicable to second home owners or investor purchasers. Our usual reservations and sales terms and conditions also apply. Please speak to one of our sales consultants for more details.
References to “we”, “us” or “our” are to the part of the Vistry Group (including Linden Homes, Bovis Homes, Countryside Homes, Drew Smith, Vistry Ventures or one of Vistry’s joint venture companies) from which you are intending to purchase a new home. References to "you” and “your” are to the prospective buyer or buyers of a new home from us.
All images are used for illustrative purposes only and are representative only. They may not be the same as the actual home you purchase and the specification may differ. Images may be of a slightly different model of home and may include optional upgrades and extras which involve additional cost. Individual features such as windows, brick, carpets, paint and other material colours may vary and also the specification of fittings may vary. Any furnishings and furniture are not included in any sale. Please check with our sales consultants for details of the exact specifications available at the development(s) for each type of home and the associated prices.
