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Fantastic location, Cambridge. Lovely cottage in Grantchester village

Holiday home with kitchen, near University of Cambridge

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Dutch oak dining table with views over the fields
Living area
Interior
Seated area what door leading into kitchen
Victorian mid Terrace cottage overlooking fields.  On street parking

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 341.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • 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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

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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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 14
Check out before 9:30 AM
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Children

Adults only
Not suitable for very young children. Open plan
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking not allowed outside back or front either
No smoking outside the property in the garden or anywhere inside
No deep fat frying please
No playing live music, eg guitar, violin, recorder

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
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

We should mention

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

About the area

Cambridge

Located in Cambridge, this holiday home is in a rural area. Imperial War Museum Duxford and Scott Polar Research Institute are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include The Orchard Tea Garden and Wren Library. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Fenner's, or consider a night out at Burwell House. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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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
  • ‪Dao Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Mill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hot Numbers - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hudson Ale House - ‬3 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).

About the host

Hosted by Tess Pannu

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I am an artist and work from my garden studio. I also teach Pilates in Grantchester village hall (come to class for free!)

Why they chose this property

I know you will love this area and house. It's a very friendly, safe and especially lovely part of Cambridge.

We live next door, so here if you need us, but won't in any way intrude on your privacy.

What makes this property unique

The only street to overlook the famous Grantchester Meadows! Made famous by Pink Floyd, Lord Bryon and many others.
Grantchester is the 'go to' place from Cambridge with 4 fantastic pubs and historic Orchard Tea Rooms. Cycle, walk, drive, explore Cambridge and surrounding area, visit London and relax in this quintessentially English village.

Languages:

English

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