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

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Property grounds
Private kitchen
Views from back windows
Small front patio with bistro table & chairs
Views from back windows
Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 893 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher

Explore the area

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Gaddesden Row, England
  • Popular LocationThe Snow Centre11 min drive
  • Popular LocationAshridge Estate12 min drive
  • Popular LocationZSL Whipsnade Zoo19 min drive
  • AirportLondon (LHR-Heathrow)50 min drive

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.

Property manager

Paul Johnson

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 55 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Strictly no pets upstairs or on the soft furnishings downstairs. If extra cleaning is required a charge will be made.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Hemel Hempstead

Located in Hemel Hempstead, this cottage is in a rural area. Some of the area's popular attractions include ZSL Whipsnade Zoo and Warner Bros. Studio Tour London. Traveling with kids? Consider Woodside Animal Farm, or check out an event or a game at Vauxhall Road. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Gaddesden Row, England

What's nearby

  • Hertfordshire County Showground - 9 min drive
  • The Snow Centre - 11 min drive
  • Ashridge Estate - 12 min drive
  • Luton Town Football Club - 17 min drive
  • ZSL Whipsnade Zoo - 19 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Watling Street Cafe - 8 min drive
  • ZSL Base Camp Restaurant - 15 min drive
  • The Local - 7 min drive
  • Old Hunters Lodge - 6 min drive
  • The Crown & Sceptre - 4 min drive

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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

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

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

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

About the host

Hosted by Paul Johnson

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English
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