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Character cottage for four in beautiful village steeped in history

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A green bench in a garden with purple flowers and a brick wall in the background.
A brown doormat with "WELCOME" written on it, placed on a stone step outside a house with a dark brown door and a potted plant beside it.
A single bed in a room with a sloped ceiling and exposed wooden beams.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a lamp, and a TV.
A living room with a TV on a white stand, a sofa with a plaid cushion, and a potted orchid.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near River Cam
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Ashwell, ENG
  • Place, Ashwell Springs
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, River Cam
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Woburn Safari Park
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Character cottage for four in beautiful village steeped in history

Located in an unspoilt north Hertfordshire village, this lovely cottage is situated in a converted granary, retaining much of its character including many exposed beams.
The cottage has a fully equipped kitchen/diner with electric oven and hob, fridge freezer and dishwasher. At one end is a table and chairs for four.
There is a spacious lounge with comfortable seating and large screen TV.
Upstairs are two bedrooms - one with a king size bed and one double. The roomy bathroom features a bath with shower over.
The cottage has gas central heating with a combi boiler providing on-demand hot water.
Outside is a charming courtyard garden fitted out with bench seating on three sides and a dining table. The courtyard is something of a sun trap (although there is ample shade provided by the pretty wisteria) and is perfect for enjoying an outdoor meal, drink or just relaxing with a book.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Please bring your own cot/baby equipment.
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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
No smoking or naked flames in cottage or courtyard
Children welcome but guests to bring own baby cot/equipment & bedding. No stairgate. Outdoor shoes to be removed indoors; leave walking boots outside

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1949843
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Baldock

Baldock is home to this holiday home. Shuttleworth Collection and Gordon Craig Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Royston Golf Club and Whaddon Golf Centre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Top Field or Lamex Stadium. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Ashwell, ENG

What's nearby

  • Ashwell Springs - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • River Cam - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Knebworth House - 38 min drive - 26.8 km
  • University of Cambridge - 38 min drive - 35.1 km
  • Woburn Safari Park - 42 min drive - 45.2 km

Getting around

  • Ashwell & Morden Station - 5 min drive
  • London (LTN-Luton) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Batch Fifty Two - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Crown - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pixie’s Cafe - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Character cottage for four in beautiful village steeped in history pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Character cottage for four in beautiful village steeped in history?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Character cottage for four in beautiful village steeped in history?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Character cottage for four in beautiful village steeped in history?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Character cottage for four in beautiful village steeped in history located?

Situated in Baldock, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Ashwell Springs and River Cam. Steeple Morden Conservation Area is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bruce T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A quaint cottage in a lovely village. The process and the input of the owners was simple and easy to follow. Big tick from me.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Craig H.

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

Fantastic location and superb hosts

The property was clean and the hosts were very welcoming and responsive. A perfect location in the perfect village with short access to local pubs and walking paths. The locals are extremely friendly and will say ‘hello’ as you walk through the village. Recommend Rhubard and Mustard for a coffee and piece of cake.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May, 2022
Thank you for your kind review, Craig. We're delighted that you enjoyed your stay in Ashwell, which is indeed a beautiful village. We would be delighted to host you again.

About the host

Hosted by Nicki and Mike Holmes

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We have enjoyed living just outside the village for over 30 years, raising our family of two girls - now all grown up!

Ashwell is the sort of village that people move to and never leave! It's easy to see why. It is a very pretty and welcoming village, with a host of historic buildings, beautiful church and even a village museum. There's lots going on with plenty of village events including a music festival, village open day, country show and book fair - to name just a few!

The village is situated in rural North Hertfordshire on the Herts/Cambs border and surrounded by lovely countryside.

Why they chose this property

Ashwell is the sort of village people move to and don't move out! It is very pretty with a host of historic buildings, a beautiful church and even a village museum.
The countryside and walking is really good too.

What makes this property unique

As soon as we walked through the door of the cottage we were charmed! It is full of character and the beams retain the feel of the old building. It is in a really great location in the centre of the village but tucked away in a quiet location so you can walk to all the local amenities including a renowned local butchers, bakers and no less than 3 country pubs all serving delicious food!

The cottage has a lovely outside seating area which is a real sun trap - great for catching the rays, enjoying a relaxing meal or just chilling out. And if you feel like being more energetic, there are some great country walks - right from your door.

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