4 guests
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2 bedrooms, 2 beds
1 bathroom
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By the banks of the River Great Ouse, you’ll find leafy, tree-lined walking trails, serene woodlands, and a fabulous studio cottage. A five-mile drive from the ancient cathedral city of Ely, and just over thirteen to the cobbled streets of Cambridge, this home offers a country retreat with easy access to some of Cambridgeshire’s most beautiful built-up areas. In contrast to the rural and rugged surroundings, the interiors of this cottage are fresh, modern, and have a certain understated elegance. In the vast, open-plan living space, black metal beams support the vaulted ceiling. Scandi-style furniture beckons you in to relax in the lounge area, while industrial-style hanging bulbs usher you towards the kitchen island to prepare a rustic, country meal. While you’ve got the entire countryside to explore, you’ve also got a private garden with a cute dining set on the patio. Light up the barbecue and grill something fresh for supper. And after the stars come out, we think this is the perfect spot to pop a bottle of chilled champagne and say cheers to country living.
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What to expect
Highlights
Hop in the car and drive forty minutes to the glorious city of Cambridge
Stroll through the lush countryside and head to the River Great Ouse, one minute away
Take a warm Earl Grey out to your private patio in the morning
Step right into nature from the French doors in the master bedroom
Admire the lofty living space, with its stylish modern beams
Take inspiration from the great outdoors and pen a poem at the writing desk
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Home truths
If you're bringing canoes or boats, you can launch them from the marina for free (it's one mile away)
If you wish to charge an electric car, you must notify your host before booking
Up to two dogs are allowed, but let your host know (there's also a £50 deposit per dog)
Guests are kindly asked to respect quiet hours from 9 pm to 8 am
If you'd like the second bedroom made into a twin, let your host know – it's king-sized as standard
Your host can provide additional items such as an adjustable height shower chair, barbecue (for a fee), travel cot, and high chair – you just need to make a request in advance
As this home allows for self check-in with a lockbox, you won't meet your host
Free parking is available on the premises
About this stay
Amenities
Desk / workplace
Laptop friendly workspace
Wi-fi
Pets allowed
Parking available
Washing machine
Garden
Balcony / patio
Bedrooms & bathrooms
2 bedrooms, 2 beds
1 bathroom
Local guide
About Cambridge
Punting on the River Cam, dodging students as you cycle along historic lanes, and keeping off the pristine college lawns – a visit to Cambridge is like stepping into the pages of a book. Aside from its famous university rival, the city has no comparison, with castle-like colleges topped by towering spires at every turn, romantic bridges, and weeping willows dipping into the river. Look out in particular for the...
Get around
Airport
London Stansted
1 hr 39 min
London Luton
1 hr 29 min
Norwich
1 hr 34 min
Train station
Ely
12 min
Bus stop
Chapel Street
21 min
Local shops & services
Supermarket
10 min
Cafe
7 min
Pharmacy
11 min
Points of interest
Beach
Land Beach Lake
10 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
Pets welcome
No parties or events
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 16:00
Departure before 10:00
Wifi
No air con
Cancellation policy
Up until
30
days
Cancel at least 30 days before your check-in date for a full refund.
Up until
7
days
Cancel at least 7 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 7 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Sam
This home is managed directly by its owner who will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Your host rents out four self-catering properties on Gravel Farm – a private 12-acre farm just four miles south of Ely in the Cambridgeshire Fens. They offer a welcoming and helping hand to guests should they need any help or have any questions during their stay.
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