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Modern Cottage In Traditional Style With Parking On Cathedral Doorstep

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A historic cathedral with Gothic architecture, surrounded by a well-maintained garden with outdoor seating.
A living room with two blue sofas, red cushions, a wooden staircase, and a large window with curtains.
A living room with two sofas, a red TV stand, and a ceiling light.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a window with curtains, and a wooden nightstand.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel range hood, a window with a view, and a red toaster.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Barbecue grill
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Ely Cathedral
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Dryer
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Ely, ENG
  • Place, Ely Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ely Cathedral
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ted Coney's Family Portraits
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cambridge (CBG)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Crib

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Modern Cottage In Traditional Style With Parking On Cathedral Doorstep

12 Church Lane is a recently constructed 2 bedroom semi detached cottage in a position in Ely which is difficult to beat; The cathedral, Bishops Palace, Cromwells House and St Marys parish church are all yards away as are excellent restaurants and pubs.The cottage is fully equipped with quality appliances and is comfortably furnished.An air source heat pump provides underfloor heating which can be adjusted by thermostats in each room....battery storage from solar panels make it eco friendly. There is allocated off road parking for a large car and a private patio garden. There is a spacious entrance hall with w.c. leading onto an open plan lounge/kitchen/dining room with patio doors to the rear. Upstairs are 2 bedrooms; the rear room has a double bed and overlooks the parish church; the front room has a double sofabed and overlooks Ely Cathedral. This can be used as a sitting room or bedroom depending the numbers of those staying. Also upstairs is a family bathroom with shower and w.c. The property has been newly equipped with quality items and provides a very comfortable base from which to explore Ely and surrounding area. We have provided a selection of books, DVDs and board games. The owners live locally and can help with any queries their guests may have.
Ely is a compact ,interesting small city dominated by the wonderful cathedral. There are a variety of events/fairs/exhibitions and concerts over the year...details can be found on visitely.org.uk or the Visit Ely app.Thursdays and Saturdays are market days with many stalls in the city centre. The riverside is also vibrant with numerous places to eat and drink and a huge antique centre...there are rapid train links to Cambridge and London and the station is easily reached on foot.
Ely also has a new Leisure Village with a multiscreen cinema, numerous place to eat and drink and a fantastic sports centre with 25metre pool and very well equipped gym

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Please let me know in advance
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 8170675
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Ely

Ely is home to this cottage. Stained Glass Museum and Ted Coney's Family Portraits are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Jubilee Gardens and The Hive Leisure Centre. Travelling with kids? Consider YPL Performing Arts and Netherhall Manor.
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Ely, ENG

What's nearby

  • Ely Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ely Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Oliver Cromwell's House - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ted Coney's Family Portraits - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Ely City Golf Club - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Ely Station - 12 min walk
  • Cambridge (CBG) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪West End House - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Lamb - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Peacocks Tearoom - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Cutter Inn - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Minster Tavern Ely - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Modern Cottage In Traditional Style With Parking On Cathedral Doorstep pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Modern Cottage In Traditional Style With Parking On Cathedral Doorstep?

As of 23 Sept, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Modern Cottage In Traditional Style With Parking On Cathedral Doorstep on 10 Oct, 2026 start from S$466, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Modern Cottage In Traditional Style With Parking On Cathedral Doorstep?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Modern Cottage In Traditional Style With Parking On Cathedral Doorstep?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Modern Cottage In Traditional Style With Parking On Cathedral Doorstep?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Modern Cottage In Traditional Style With Parking On Cathedral Doorstep located?

This family-friendly Ely cottage is steps away from Oliver Cromwell's House, Stained Glass Museum and Ely Cathedral. Cherry Hill Park and Ely Museum are also within 5 minutes. Ely Station is 12 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 182 out of 197 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 197 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 197 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 197 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 197 reviews

10/10

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10/10

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10/10

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Location

10/10

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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location within easy walking distance of cathedral, shops, and riverside. On site secure parking, and lovely enclosed patio garden Excellent restaurant The old fire station, second to none.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second stay in this terrific little house. Its presentation was excellent and the host very helpful. There isn’t a better place to stay if you’re wanting to see Ely and the surrounding area. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept, 2026
Many thanks for the generous review Max…certainly hope to see you again Andy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely accomodations in a really convenient location.
Stayed 28 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely well maintained and stocked property, right in the centre of Ely a stones throw from the cathedral. Everything we could have needed was there for us.Fully recommend a visit to this accommodation.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug, 2026
Very pleased all was up to snuff Colin… thank you Andy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were delighted to be back again for a weekend away in historic, beautiful Ely. The cottage is perfect for us, so convenient, clean, well-maintained, along with great decor, and also has great amenities. Andrew is a great host, helpful, friendly and professional.Despite being in the middle of a heat wave, the cottage remained relatively cool, and some powerful fans if we needed them.We had dinner and played cards in the pretty courtyard in the warm evenings Just perfect! So much to see and do within a short walk, amazing bakery and cafe too! We had a lovely time, thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug, 2026
Many thanks for that Suzie…. V generous. Hopefully see you again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our second stay at this great house in an excellent location in Ely. We enjoyed the Saturday market, breakfast on the riverside, Ely Aquafest and best of all our family gathering. The house was spotlessly clean, very comfortable and we enjoyed the added extras including Fans for each room as it was very warm, beautiful flowering tubs in the private garden and the makings for a lovely cuppa and cookies on our arrival after a long journey.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul, 2026
Many thanks Catherine. Hope to see you… and the terrier… again Andy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a perfect little cottage for me, my husband and our Westie for a couple of days visiting Ely. On a little quiet one way road, behind the church, with a view of the cathedral tower out of the spare room window. Lovely little courtyard with patio table, we ate our brekky out there one morning. Comfy sofas and everything you need in the kitchen, from foil to washing up liquid, toaster to coffee machine. Soap and towel in the downstairs loo too. Parking space was great, we didn't move the car all the time we were there, as you could walk everywhere. Also, love having a pint of milk and choccy biccies waiting for you when you first get in, which was very easy, using the keysafe.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location, excellent communication. Cosy cottage with everything we needed. Parking place is an added bonus in the centre of Ely.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Apr, 2026
May thanks Silke…. See you next year
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our second time staying at Church Lane, Andrew is the perfect host,all rooms clean and tidy. House is in a great location. Cathedral and centre of Ely are a few minutes walk. No hesitation in recommending staying at Church Lane.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar, 2026
Thanks John. Come back anytime! Andy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property, generous supply of tea and coffee. Clean. Great location and a parking space. Host really good communicator and very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location
Stayed 36 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent accommodation
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Good location handy for local sights
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house, very clean and comfortable. Excellent location so close to the centre of Ely.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Nov, 2025
Many thanks. Have taken note of your comments on departure and will sort out Thanks again Andy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, comfortable house in an almost perfect location. Close to town, parks and amenities. Hosts were super welcoming and friendly. We had a lovely time. Thank you. Our dog was made to feel welcome too, with a dog bowl and mat.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar, 2026
Many thanks Carla… come again! Andy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous stay

What a great place to stay while in Ely. Fantastic accommodation in a perfect location.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Apr, 2023
Thanks for that Trevor… haven’t forgotten the ‘ to do ‘ list. Best wishes
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent communication from host. Brilliant location for Ely Cathedral and central amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Dec, 2025
Thanks Chris … hope things a bit more relaxed now
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage in a beautiful location. Convenient for us visiting family. Host very helpful. Will book this cottage again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay here! The location of the house is perfect for accessing everything in the centre of Ely especially the cathedral. Also having the parking space is a real bonus. The property is clean, the kitchen is well equipped and the sofas are very comfortable. The bed in the main bedroom is on the firm side for us but that is down to personal taste. I would definitely recommend this property and thank you for the biscuits!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Mar, 2026
Many thanks… v pleased you enjoyed your stay. The Neil Diamond act was surprisingly good!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful

We really enjoyed our stay, absolutely lovely!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely stay in Ely!

We had a lovely stay in Ely! The house was clean, comfortable and a perfect location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent stay

Great location v. close to cathedral and city centre Lovely house as advertised c/w parking Would happily stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Nov, 2023
Many thanks. We’ve worked hard over the years to try to maintain what we hope is a high standard. Positive reviews certainly make it worthwhile Andy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely wee cottage, great location, nice and quiet. Everything clean and cosy, and Everything we needed. Thoroughly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2025
Very many thanks
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second time staying at Church Lane and we had a great time. The home was perfect for the two of us and conveniently located to everything in Ely. Andy was readily available to help with any questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept, 2025
Many thanks Allison… see you again?
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect relaxing week away

We had a lovely week away in Ely. The cottage is nice and cosy, in a great location and has all the comforts and amenities needed for a family stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Andrew Douglas

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The owners live locally and are available to help with any queries. We have lived in the area for years and have a broad depth of knowledge relating to it. We work and may not be able to immediately answer the phone; email and text initially are preferable unless urgent..many thanks

Why they chose this property

Ely is a thriving small cathedral city with many cultural events and markets taking place throughout the year. Staying at 12 Church Lane puts you right at the heart of all Ely has to offer and gives an excellent location with good rail and road links to explore the locality

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