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Fantastic location, Cambridge. Lovely cottage in Grantchester village

Holiday home with kitchen, near University of Cambridge

2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Welcome to this charming Victorian cottage in the picturesque village of Grantchester, overlooking Grantchester Meadows. Unwind with a warm atmosphere and unlimited broadband, or take in the views from the front garden patio area that directly overlooks the meadows. The house features original artworks and well-equipped rooms with wooden floors throughout.

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 342 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Outdoor space
Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Fantastic location, Cambridge. Lovely cottage in Grantchester village

Character Victorian cottage in the famous village of Grantchester, overlooking Grantchester Meadows.
Unlimited broadband. Good phone signal.
Linen and towels included. Free on street parking.
The house is attractively furnished with an eclectic mix of antique and modern furniture and original artworks. Wooden floors throughout the house. Well equipped with everything you might need. There is a small front garden / patio area to sit and enjoy views directly over Grantchester meadows. Large open plan living room / dining room with views over the meadows. Wall mounted heaters individually controlled in each room. Please note, the woodburner is decorative only and not in use.

Double bedroom with wardrobe, chest of drawers and views over fields. Very quiet.

Large Single bedroom with wardrobe, chest of drawers, and desk facing the street with meadow and town views. Some road noise, mainly at peak times.

Grantchester is the ideal base for exploring Cambridge. Situated just 2 miles from central Cambridge, 1 mile from the M11 and A10, perfect for a quiet weekend break, tourists, University alumni, and visiting friends and relatives and also for those wanting access to Addenbrooke's hospital, Astrazeneca and the Science Park.

The village has 4 good pubs, a gin distillery and two cafes. Supermarket, deli, butcher, post office, bakery, chemist within 2 km/1.5 miles.

Come and enjoy time in this friendly, picturesque village, a favourite location for generations of students and townspeople to wander to for it's four wonderful pubs (all serve good food, wine and real ales) or the historic Orchard Tea Rooms. The meadows inspired such spirits as Rupert Brook and Pink Floyd. The great poet Byron lived in the village and bathed at the nearby Bryon's Pool.

Enjoy the scenic rive walk or cycle along Grantchester Meadows 2 miles into central Cambridge. Or drive, take a taxi or the bus. There is a regular bus service. Taxi approx £7-£10 to town centre/railway station.

A unique and romantic place to stay.

Property amenities

Internet

Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Car not required
Parking on site

Kitchen

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Living room

Entertainment

Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV
Video library

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Outdoor furniture
Patio

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Comfort

Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property
Note from host: Smoking not allowed outside back or front either

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

In a rural location
In a village
Near a hospital

Things to do

Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Swimming nearby

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

Property does not allow children
Unit size: 450 square feet

Similar properties

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 14

Check-out

Check-out before 9:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

No smoking outside the property in the garden or anywhere inside

No deep fat frying please

No playing live music, eg guitar, violin, recorder

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Note from host: Not suitable for very young children. Open plan

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking not allowed outside back or front either

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Fantastic Location Lovely Cottage Grantchester Village House

Fantastic Location Lovely Cottage Grantchester Village

Fantastic Location Lovely Cottage Grantchester Village House

Fantastic Location Lovely Cottage Grantchester Village

About the area

Cambridge, England

What's nearby

University of Cambridge - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
Cambridge Corn Exchange - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
The River Cam - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
Addenbrooke's Hospital - 8 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

Shepreth Station - 13 min drive
Cambridge (CBG) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Anchor - ‬6 min drive
‪The Mill - ‬5 min drive
‪Hot Numbers - ‬4 min drive
‪The Panton Arms - ‬6 min drive
‪O'vesuvio - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fantastic location, Cambridge. Lovely cottage in Grantchester village pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Fantastic location, Cambridge. Lovely cottage in Grantchester village?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fantastic location, Cambridge. Lovely cottage in Grantchester village?

Checkout is at 9:30 AM.

Where is Fantastic location, Cambridge. Lovely cottage in Grantchester village located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of The Orchard Tea Garden, Sheep's Green / Lammas Land and The Backs. University of Cambridge and Darwin College are also within 2 miles (3 km).