Self-catering

The Stables - Self-catering cottage in Hertfordshire

Castle Hill, Berkhamsted, HP4 1HH, Hertfordshire
England, Regno Unito

Sarah Groves

+44 (0)1442 874767(landline)

+44 (0)7885 676136(mobile)

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Bird-song peace, a clever kitchen and country paths from the door, yet only 10 minutes' walk from good food and the train to Euston

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A joy for couples looking for solid, understated style inside and rolling country walks and cycling from the door - without heading for the wilds. On the fringe of pretty Berkhamsted - with its castle, art-house cinema, tempting shops and cafés - there are glimpses of a sheep-dotted landscape beyond as you take the no through road at the top of Castle Hill. Here, the Groves' handsome brick and timber Stables conversion stands near their magnificent Great Barn.

They've designed and organised the space so well you could happily live here. Sturdy oak floorboards are heated from below; lighting is elegant and discreet. There's a good collection of DVDs and cookery books; a slick, well-equipped kitchen with breakfast stuff waiting and scrubbed dining table; a beautifully turned-out bed beneath the beams, and a snug bathroom with plump towels.

Wander into town in ten minutes for good places to eat, shop and explore.

Caratteristiche

Wheelchair access: At least one bedroom & bathroom accessible.
Limited mobility: At least one bedroom & bathroom accessible without steps.
Children welcome: Suitable for guests with children aged 3 and over.
No smoking: Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
Credit cards: Credit or debit card payment accepted.
English spoken: Host speaks English, whether perfectly or not.
Air conditioning: Some, if not all, bedrooms are air-conditioned.
WiFi: Wireless internet access available.
Pets welcome: Please let the owner know if you want to bring pets.
Public transport: Within 10 miles of a bus/train station.
Working farm: Or vineyard.
Owner has pets: Animals living on the property.
Swimming pool: On the premises.
Bikes available: On the premises to hire or borrow.
Tennis court: On the premises.
Vegetarian meals: Available on request.
Licensed premises: Alcohol may be served.
Cash only: Credit or debit card payment not accepted.
Dogs welcome: Dogs welcome in some public rooms.
Handpumped ales: Pub serves four or more handpumped ales.
Wine list: Pub serves eight or more wines by the glass.
Food all day: Food is served all day long.
Babies welcome: Suitable for guests with a baby or toddler under 3.
Hot tub: Available to all guests, but may require booking.
Garden: Grounds for guests to explore.
Breakfast: Available, but may come at extra cost.
Self check-in: Guests can arrive here and check in independently.
EV charger: Electric vehicle charging point.

Attrezzature

Electricity included

Open fire / woodburner

Microwave oven

Central heating

Mobile reception

Television

Barbecue

Dishwasher

Cooked meals available

Washing machine

Restaurant within 3 miles

Shop within 3 miles

Pub within 3 miles

Relaxation areas

Breakfast available

Breakfast included

Oven

Hob

Spa on site

Bar on site

Free parking on site

Free parking nearby

Paid parking nearby

Local points of interest from Sarah Groves:

Punti d'interesse locali da
Sarah Groves:

Spend time discovering the variety of antique shops in Berkhamsted or, for the really keen, visit Tring Auction rooms (2,500 lots every 2 weeks).
Read the Sunday papers in one of the lovely cafés along Berkhamsted High Street. Eat lunch or dine out in any style you wish - Italian, French, cool American, Thai, Indian, Chinese and English.... Market days are Wednesdays and Saturdays
Visit the Art-Deco Rex cinema for a truly unique film experience: large comfy seats with loads of leg room, and a bottle of wine at your table.
Walk or cycle straight from the door out into the Ashridge Estate, within reach of a number of local pubs for lunch.
Super convenient for a day out in London and back to the peace and quiet of the country for a BBQ on the terrace.
Visit places of historical interest: St Albans, Hatfield House, Luton Hoo, Waddeson Manor, and Bletchley Park.

Punti d'interesse

Guest feedback

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"This cosy, converted barn is a perfect bolthole in the green fringes of London whether staying in or visiting the local area. Being so close to the main line, it can be used for a swift respite or a longer wind-down. Sarah and Tim are on-hand hosts and have made the nearby Great Barn their family home yet the Stables can be a secluded option if you prefer the peace and quiet. We would highly recommend staying there and are already considering a return in Spring."

Duncan - London, United Kingdom

Dicembre 2016

"Lovely cottage, peaceful location, great for walking and cycling. Sarah and Tim were as generous as it's possible to be with their time and advice. "

Michael - London, United Kingdom

Ottobre 2016

"This is a wonderful place to escape to! It has everything you need for a relaxing and comfortable stay, including fresh breakfast so you don't need to bring anything with you. We loved being able to walk everywhere, both into town for dinner and across the beautiful countryside. We would happily stay again. "

Sam - Bucks, United Kingdom

Luglio 2016

"The stables is really well equipped with lovely extra touches like breakfast cereals and spreads, biscuits, coffee machine, bubble bath, cook books, iron and DVDs! The under floor heating is great too and the bed and bed linen really comfortable. The location is lovely too, right next to fields and amazing views but only a short walk to town. The owners recommended a great massage therapist who came to the stables - Christina Bustamante- one of the best massages I've ever had and reasonably priced too. The owners were also v flexible about arrival times which was really helpful for us. "

Justine

Aprile 2016

"We had a fabulous stay at The Stables. All the rooms are light, spacious and comfortable with impressive vaulted ceilings in the bedroom and sitting room. It was generously equipped with lots of pleasing little extras such as shower gels and lotions in the bathroom and an impressive coffee machine in the kitchen. Sarah and her family were very welcoming, particularly as we came with two dogs. We will certainly be back for a longer stay and to explore more of the beautiful surrounding countryside. Highly recommended!"

Suzanne - London, United Kingdom

Marzo 2016

"A lovely little cottage in fabulous surroundings (plenty of wild life including a small herd of deer!) and a short distance from the town centre! The Stables was the perfect getaway and just what we needed - Sarah was a great host, available for anything you needed although we had no need to call on her. The Cottage was spotless and had all the things you need for any stay! Highly recommend the Stables!"

Chirag - Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

Marzo 2016

"Wonderful, very comfortable cottage...spotless, great location, walk into town...we will be back...Thank you Sarah"

Theresa - East Pennard, United Kingdom

Febbraio 2016

"We know Berkhamsted well as we lived here for over 10 years and have recently moved abroad. The Stables is a perfect home-from-home for us - subtle decoration, practical kitchen and living area, great location on the edge of the local Hertfordshire countryside, yet still just a short walk down to town and even closer to the station (just 30 mins into London). We will definitely be back. Thank you."

Ursula - St-Prex, Switzerland

Dicembre 2015

"Excellent location for commute into London for sight seeing. Tranquil , peaceful . Delightful interior. Host was very friendly and approachable. Local shops and Restaurants / Pubs , very good. Would definitely stay again."

Alexander

Agosto 2015

"The stables was a beautiful place to stay. It was situated in a lovely quiet estate, it was very calm and peaceful. Good parking. The B&B itself was really well decorated, had a lovely clean bathroom, lovely kitchen with everything you need (cooker, washing machine/dryer). The flat was kitted out with wifi, sound system, lovely TV. The bed was amazing, a big old soft super double bed. All the rooms were spacious. If you want to head into Berkhamsted - you're about a 3-4 minute drive from the centre. I would highly recommend the B&B and would like to thank the owners for their generosity."

Marzo 2015

"We booked for two weeks and stayed for six months! The Stables is an oasis of peace and quiet, ideally placed to benefit from the charms of Berkhamsted but still only a short train ride from central London. This is a truly amazing place to stay – from the large bedroom with such a comfy bed, to the Kitchen and top of the range cooker, it just oozes charm and quality. The country walks, starlit nights and feeding the ducks on the canal as you walk back from town are highlights – but nothing can beat the friendly welcome and genuine warmth of Sarah, Tim and their family - now true friends."

Luglio 2014

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