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Bumblebee Cottage - a 19th Century Cottage in Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

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Exterior detail
Private kitchen
Views from back windows
Small front patio with bistro table & chairs
Views from back windows

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony or patio

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Bumblebee Cottage - a 19th Century Cottage in Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

Enjoy a cosy retreat in this 19th Century cottage located in the charming village of Gaddesden Row in the idyllic English countryside. Sleeps 6 (can accommodate 8 but please contact before booking for details). It’s the perfect place to unwind in front of the gas fireplace or outside in the beautiful garden overlooking the horse paddock. You can create wonderful meals cooking in the large and fully equipped kitchen.

Gaddesden Row is a quiet hamlet and there are lots of cycling and country walking routes nearby. It is close to many National Trust properties including Ashridge Forest and Ivinghoe Beacon.

The cottage is within easy reach of Berkhamsted, St. Albans and London, and is just a twenty minute drive from Luton Airport. It’s also a short drive to Harry Potter World.

At the entrance to the cottage there is an intimate patio area which catches the morning and early afternoon sun - perfect for sipping coffee or tea. Or maybe a cocktail.

On the ground floor there is a comfortable living room with a gas fireplace, which leads into the dining room. At the back of the cottage is a large fully equipped kitchen with sliding doors leading out to the peaceful garden.

On the first floor there are two bedrooms and a bathroom.
The master bedroom overlooks the garden and the fields and has a fantastic Super King sized bed and a wardrobe.
The second bedroom can be set up as a twin room or a double and has a chest of drawers and a wardrobe.
The bathroom has a large bath and separate shower, along with plenty of cupboard space.

On the second floor is the lovely attic twin bedroom with the best view in the house.

Stair gates, a cot and high chair are available upon request.

We have lived in the area for over thirty years(it’s so beautiful we never want to leave) so do not hesitate to ask us anything.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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About the area

Hemel Hempstead

Located in Hemel Hempstead, this cottage is in a rural area. Rex Cinema and The Pottery Project are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Frithsden Vineyard and Ashridge Golf Club. Travelling with kids? Consider Warner Bros. Studio Tour London and Woodside Animal Farm. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
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Gaddesden Row, England

What's nearby

  • Chiltern Hills - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • ZSL Whipsnade Zoo - 6 min drive - 5.5 km
  • The Snow Centre - 19 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Warner Bros. Studio Tour London - 30 min drive - 22.7 km
  • Woburn Safari Park - 35 min drive - 34.1 km

Getting around

  • Berkhamsted Station - 12 min drive
  • London (LTN-Luton) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Plume of Feathers - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪fishnchickn Hemel Hempstead - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Farmer's Boy - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Marchmont Arms - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lookout Cafe - ‬10 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Ruth T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy cottage

A cosy cottage in quiet location. Perfect for visiting Whipsnade zoo and Harry Potter studios. Had everything we needed for a short stay. Only negative was the parking as it was difficult to find a space on the very narrow lanes.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Claudia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Cottage

We enjoyed our stay at wonderful Bumblebee Cottage. Everything was there - very well equiped - we missed nothing. We had a very warm welcome with little gifts ;-) We loved the beautiful surrounding. Everything was perfect for our family of four and our two dogs.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ursula G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanks

Great to find a 3 bedroom house in this beautiful area. Peaceful village. Welcoming host next door.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short stay in Herts

Lovely terraced property, well appointed and stocked and adequate space for 5. We especially enjoyed the visit for the horses in the field at the back of the house. Great location for exploring and easy access to London. Parking is difficult, although with some creativity we always managed to find a space.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jul 2022
Glad you and your family enjoyed your stay! Enjoy the rest of your holiday and we hope to see you again. Best wishes
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10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Easter at BumbleBee Cottage

A beautifully quant cottage, with all the facilities needed for a lovely family Easter visit. Amazing countryside location, quiet yet near facilities of Berkhamstead, Tring and Hemel Hempstead. BumbleBee Cottage is compact but never felt small - even when hosting Easter Sunday roast for parents. Bedrooms lovely and comfortable. We’ll themed throughout - can you spot all of them?
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
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8/10 Good

Kenneth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family visit

Oldie worldie country cottage. Comfotable beds and plenty of towels and other toiletries etc. Everything you needed was there. Wifi and TV good reception. Lovely exterior view over field with horses, deer and plenty of birdlife. If you have more than one car parking may be an issue.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful surroundings

Finding this gem is a bit of a challenge, especially for a new-to-England-driver, but the accommodation is nice, well-outfitted, very clean and comfortable on all counts. It was really nice to be a bit removed from the city / town and a great place for a retreat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
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