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Fantastic location, Cambridge. Lovely cottage in Grantchester village

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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10 out of 10
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Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 3450 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Cambridge, England
  • Place, University of Cambridge
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Cambridge Corn Exchange
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Addenbrooke's Hospital
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cambridge (CBG)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Cambridge

In Cambridge .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of The Orchard Tea Garden and 2 miles (3 km) of Sheep's Green / Lammas Land with a stay here. The Backs and University of Cambridge are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • University of Cambridge - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Cambridge Corn Exchange - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • The River Cam - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Addenbrooke's Hospital - 8 min drive - 3.3 miles

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

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.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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

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 inside or outside the property on the front patio or by the back door or back passage.
No playing of musical instruments or loud music
No work tools, bikes, kayaks allowed inside the house

Pets

  • No pets 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

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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 House
Fantastic Location Lovely Cottage Grantchester Village

Frequently asked questions

How close is Fantastic location, Cambridge. Lovely cottage in Grantchester village to the airport?

This vacation home is 13.8 mi (19-min drive) away from the Cambridge (CBG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Fantastic location, Cambridge. Lovely cottage in Grantchester village have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Fantastic location, Cambridge. Lovely cottage in Grantchester village offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Fantastic location, Cambridge. Lovely cottage in Grantchester village?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Fantastic location, Cambridge. Lovely cottage in Grantchester village?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Fantastic location, Cambridge. Lovely cottage in Grantchester village have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Fantastic location, Cambridge. Lovely cottage in Grantchester village have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Fantastic location, Cambridge. Lovely cottage in Grantchester village to downtown Cambridge?

This vacation home is 0.2 mi away from Grantchester Village.