Title: Gin and Toffee is a beautifully restored railway carriage nestled in Thaxted - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Gin and Toffee is a beautifully restored railway carriage nestled in Thaxted Vacation home in Dunmow with kitchen ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116740000/116731300/116731261/6b32a0e7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116740000/116731300/116731261/053ef370.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116740000/116731300/116731261/4aec2246.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116740000/116731300/116731261/b641a8a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116740000/116731300/116731261/30914ea2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Gin and Toffee is a beautifully restored railway carriage nestled in Thaxted provides a garden and more. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom11 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Gin and Toffee is a beautifully restored railway carriage nestled in Thaxted Gin and Toffee is a beautifully restored railway carriage featuring a bright and rustic, yet stylish, design which offers serenity from the doorstep with historical charm and rural tranquillity. Sleeping two in an open-plan carriage, your furry friends are welcome too and it is ideally located for those seeking a peaceful retreat while remaining close to nearby towns and amenities. As you arrive at Gin and Toffee, you are surrounded by a wooden-fenced garden with spectacular views of the farm. Step inside to an open-plan railway carriage with a well-equipped kitchenette, with a mini oven with two hobs, a mini fridge freezer, tea and coffee facilities and all the utensils you need for a cosy meal away from home. There is a folding table inside or you can step outside for al fresco dining overlooking the farm. There is a comfortable king-size bed with storage underneath, a flat-screen television and a fully functional private bathroom with all the facilities you need, including a hot and cold running water shower. Rain or shine, there are books and board games to keep you entertained. For a cosy evening you can toast marshmallows on the firepit, which is attached to the table. For those muddy, rainy days, there is a dog-washing area to keep the canines clean and to wash off your boots. Gin and Toffee Carriage is located on a family farm in Thaxted, run by two brothers who are fourth generation farmers - their great-grandfather came to the farm in 1926 when it was part of the Horham Hall Estate. Although the farm is mainly arable, there is some livestock, including sheep, pigs, chickens, and turkeys at Christmas. The "Gin and Toffee" line was the informal name for the Elsenham & Thaxted Light Railway in Essex, which operated between 1913 and 1953, and supported by Lees Sweet Factory in Thaxted and Gilbey’s Gin Family. In its day, the line served as a vital transport link for the local community, particularly for those travelling between Elsenham, Henham, and Thaxted. Sadly, not much of the railway is visible today, as it was levelled off and returned to farmland, but with a bit of imagination and the odd intact fence post, you can still spot hints of where it once ran. Between Saffron Walden and Thaxted, you are spoilt for choice when it comes to cafés. Some local favourites include Cafe Cou Cou and Gluttons in Saffron Walden. Dorringtons Bakery is also nearby, offering delicious takeaway, from freshly made sandwiches and sausage rolls to a tempting selection of baked cakes. Additional Information: One well-behaved dog is welcome for an additional charge of £15 per stay. Please keep your dog under close supervision, as this is a working farm with livestock such as sheep, chickens in close proximity One child aged 5 -13 is allowed for an additional charge of £25 per stay and an airbed will be provided. Logs provided Parking available INSIDE Kitchen Tea and coffee facilities Mini fridge/ freezer Twin mini oven, toaster, kettle, pans, frying pan Living Room Folded table and chairs for two Books and games Bedroom King-size bed Television Bathroom Flushing toilet and toilet paper Sink and hand wash Shower with hot running water Towels OUTSIDE Large patio with wooden-fenced garden Garden furniture with table and chairs Firepit - attached to the table Outdoor dog washing station made of stone ## Property amenities ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Property does not allow children - Unit size: 11 square feet ## Similar properties ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18470000/18464400/18464320/4a56d74a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport Stansted - Breakfast included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 9.0 Wonderful 2,278 reviews CA $145 CA $174 total includes taxes & fees Dec 24 - Dec 25 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-24&endDate=2025-12-25&selected=18464320&PinnedHotelID=18464320&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107110000/107106300/107106229/aa8ca289.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### UK47693 - Piglet Cottage Wimbish - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-07&endDate=2025-12-08&selected=107106229&PinnedHotelID=107106229&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 656503 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.95103%2C0.31663&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=wPnD1EdZxq6FWRWmJMAePxPJ6nI=) Thaxted, Essex #### What's nearby - Thaxted Parish Church - 3 min drive - 2.3 km - Audley End House - 17 min drive - 16.9 km - Imperial War Museum Duxford - 26 min drive - 32.1 km - University of Cambridge - 37 min drive - 45.3 km - Tottenham Hotspur Stadium - 55 min drive - 70.4 km #### Getting around - Elsenham Station - 12 min drive - Stansted Airport (STN) - 22 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Costa Coffee - ‬14 min drive - ‪The Windmill (Wetherspoon) - ‬17 min drive - ‪The Camden - ‬18 min drive - ‪Joe & the Juice - ‬18 min drive - ‪Burger King - ‬17 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Gin and Toffee is a beautifully restored railway carriage nestled in Thaxted pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Gin and Toffee is a beautifully restored railway carriage nestled in Thaxted? > As of Nov 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gin and Toffee is a beautifully restored railway carriage nestled in Thaxted on Nov 25, 2025 start from CA $382.36, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Dunmow-Hotels-Gin-And-Toffee-Is-A-Beautifully-Restored-Railway-Carriage-Nestled-In-Thaxted.h116731261.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Gin and Toffee is a beautifully restored railway carriage nestled in Thaxted? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Gin and Toffee is a beautifully restored railway carriage nestled in Thaxted? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Gin and Toffee is a beautifully restored railway carriage nestled in Thaxted located? > Situated in Dunmow, this vacation home is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Thaxted Parish Church and within 6 mi (10 km) of Great Bardfield Town Hall and Great Bardfield Cottage Museum. Prior's Hall Barn and The Common are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Gin and Toffee is a beautifully restored railway carriage nestled in Thaxted Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steven Aug 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication ##### Steven Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025