Title: Entire Cottage in Picturesque Village Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Entire Cottage in Picturesque Village ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75030000/75020400/75020358/14b77682.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75030000/75020400/75020358/76fc2f54.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75030000/75020400/75020358/c2bf54a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75030000/75020400/75020358/03d75a1d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75030000/75020400/75020358/37bbb366.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the charming village of Linton, The Old Reading Rooms offers a unique retreat. This lovingly renovated 16th-century cottage boasts comfortable bedrooms, acoustic fibreboard insulation for warmth and soundproofing. With easy walking distance to local cafes, pubs and restaurants plus nearby countryside walks. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 51195 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Entire Cottage in Picturesque Village The Old Reading Rooms - A unique, spacious, comfortable, detached 2 bedroomed cottage (sleeps 5) in a wonderful village with easy access to an array of fantastic and fascinating destinations including a host of historical and cultural hot spots! Surrounded by beautiful countryside you will love to explore! Great cafe's, pubs, restaurants, an artisan bakery, an organic veg shop, small art galleries, florist, beauty salons, hairdressers, CO-OP all within easy walking distance. The Old Reading Rooms - A Grade II listed property dating back to the 1500s. For some time it was used by the Linton Literary Society for young men of the village to meet, read papers and play billiards (the old cue housing can be seen in the lounge). Prior to that, it was The Old Coffee House. Lovingly renovated using breathable wool insulation, acoustic fibreboard to insulate the old lathes and plaster, acoustic secondary glazing alongside the old sliding windows to ensure warmth and full sound insulation - to ensure up to date heat retention and leaving residents feeling completed cocooned from the world outside. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 10 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - Near a hospital - Near a zoo ### Things to do - Billiards/pool table - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Ice skating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Bulk dispensers for toiletries - Double-glazed windows - Eco-friendly toiletries - Garden - Recycling - Unit size: 1,195 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Rules This is a residential area. Please respect our neighbours ie no loud noise which can be heard outside the property between 10.30 pm and 8 am Only very well behaved and completely house trained pets are allowed. No pets upstairs or on the sofas. Thank you Do not leave your pet in the house unaccompanied if they are going to howl, bark, whine or damage anything ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total (up to 10 kg per pet) Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ## About the area Located in Cambridge, this cottage is in a rural area. Audley End House and Sawston Hall are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at RSPB Fowlmere Nature Reserve and Stockbridge Meadows Nature Reserve. Travelling with kids? Consider Bridge End Gardens, or check out an event or a game at Fenner's. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Cambridge travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cambridge.dx781) [View more Cottages in Cambridge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cambridge-Cottages.d781-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C52.09703%2C0.27590&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Vln1GyoDIQTh1byWV3SxAGjeDOQ=) Linton, England ### What's nearby - Market Square - 10 min drive - 7.2 miles - Sawston Hall - 11 min drive - 6.7 miles - Imperial War Museum Duxford - 13 min drive - 8.7 miles - Audley End House - 13 min drive - 8.6 miles - Addenbrooke's Hospital - 15 min drive - 9.9 miles ### Getting around - Whittlesford Parkway Station - 12 min drive - Cambridge (CBG) - 22 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive - ‪Cambridge Building - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Three Tuns - ‬4 min drive - ‪Bar Braham - ‬8 min drive - ‪Copley Hill Business Park - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Entire Cottage in Picturesque Village pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Entire Cottage in Picturesque Village? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Entire Cottage in Picturesque Village? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Entire Cottage in Picturesque Village located? > This family-friendly Cambridge cottage is located in a rural location, 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Chilford Hall Vineyard, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Bridge End Gardens and Market Square. The Common and Wandlebury Country Park are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Entire Cottage in Picturesque Village Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 15 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Iain C. 1 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay Well appointed, spacious cottage. Would highly recommend ##### Iain C. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Malcolm R. 18 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely cottage Lovely comfortable cottage, well equipped in pretty village. Nice pub (Dog & Duck) within walking distance, good food and range of beers, plus lovely coffee shop close by. Recommended. ##### Malcolm R. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sara R. 14 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Luxury in Linton! Very spacious and well equipped, much more space than is normal for three people, including 3 sofas and a huge kitchen table. Outside dining also lovely! ##### Sara R. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Penny A. 26 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Check-in #### Three go to Linton We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Reading rooms. Very comfortable with a great sized lounge and kitchen. A good central location and perfect for village ‘walkies’ for our dog. We would suggest that a chair in each bedroom would be a thoughtful touch. Thank you ##### Penny A. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Louise N. 18 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Just lovely Beautiful cottage in a lovely friendly village. The beds are super-comfy. Really cosy place to stay. Spotlessly clean and well equipped. Several great pubs nearby serving excellent food within walking distance. Good base for exploring Cambridge and nearby areas. ##### Louise N. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer R. 20 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great cottage in a lovely village! We truly enjoyed our short stay in Linton. This cottage was wonderful. We were greeted by beautiful flowers in the front! The cottage is nicely appointed with everything we needed. We appreciated the selection of teas! We also enjoyed reading the history of the ownership of the cottage, dating back to 1604. We enjoyed the coffee shop next door and The Dog and Duck down the street. The cottage was a perfect place to start our exploration of England. Thanks, Louise, for a lovely stay! ##### Jennifer R. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John T., Riverside, California USA 23 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Base for Cambridge Area My wife and I really enjoyed this clean, spacious, and convenient place. The village was delightful, pubs and bakeries to eat at, easy free parking right at the door, and easy access to Cambridge and the area. Louise was easy to work with, very helpful and responsive. No one would be disappointed staying here while they explored the area. ##### John T. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Don P. 25 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The perfect escape from city life From the moment I saw the property and entered, I felt calm, relaxed and serene. The property is delightful, hygienic, soothingly decorated and I was able to 'recharge the batteries' which enjoying the Cambridge music festival. Thank you for making the stay so relaxing and I would most definitely return! ##### Don P. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jim D., Atlanta, Georgia and Hayesville, North Carolina 11 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect for us!! Comfort abounds!! This home offered very comfortable furniture and super comfortable bed. Furnished with anything you might need!! Even decorated for Christmas, and milk and cookies awaiting our arrival! Would highly recommend this home if you need accommodations in Linton. You can walk to bakeries, restaurants, pubs and grocery store from this home. ##### Jim D. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charles G. 19 Apr 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Old Reading Room A comfortable, well equipped cottage in the centre of Linton, a charming village close to many attractive places to visit. A half hour bus ride to Cambridge. Would highly recommend it. ##### Charles G. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer S. 27 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gorgeous house in a lovely, friendly village The house is exceptionally comfortable and well set up, wry comfortable beds, lovely kitchen and living areas. It’s on the Main Street so incredibly handy to local pubs for a meal, a beautiful cafe, and the bus service to Cambridge is a very short walk away. Louise was terrific to deal with, really helpful, and provides many ideas for looking around the local area. We couldn’t have been happier - thank you for making your place available Louise! ##### Jennifer S. Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jonathan R. 19 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wish we stayed longer The Old Reading Rooms in Linton was a great stay. The pictures and description does not do it justice. It was larger than we expected. There is plenty of seating and different areas within the living room. I was slightly nervous about the parking, but we literally parked on the street in front of the cottage every day. The kitchen is quite large and well appointed. Being from America, we really appreciated the large bathroom with separate tub and shower as well as separate powder room downstairs. This home is very clean and the beds are very comfortable with soft linens and nice pillows. The village of Linton was a delightful surprise with wonderful pubs (with great vegetarian options!). We’d definitely stay here again, given the opportunity. ##### Jonathan R. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Caroline S. 27 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cosy autumn break We had a great time staying in the Old Reading Room. The cottage is very comfortable, with good amenities. The setting in the middle of the pleasant village of Linton was very convenient, for the local shops, cafe and pubs. Although no allocated parking, we parked right by the cottage all of our stay. There are some great touches by the owners - a large map on the wall pointing out walks and places of interest, games and books. The cottage is in easy reach of Cambridge and we also went to Audley End. We ran out of time to go to the zoo, but there is always next time... ##### Caroline S. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### lee c., Bury st edmunds 5 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication #### Linton Gorgeous property Great location No parking on site and have to nab a space when available on the main Rd/Market Square. ##### lee c. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sally P. 4 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfortable cottage with everything you need The cottage is a little haven to come back to after busy days visiting Duxford, Cambridge and the amazing Air show at Shuttleworth. One very happy teenage grandson! It is very well appointed and comfortable and has a lovely little courtyard to sit in. Linton itself is another delight and the Linton Kitchen cafe next door has a excellent selection for lunch. ##### Sally P. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joseph D. 28 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous short break Great spacious, well kept property in a fabulous location in Linton with the Linton Kitchen a short distance up the road and a bakery almost opposite. Three pubs in the village and a Co-op make this an ideal location. The map on the wall with locations marked and the books are a nice touch. Would stay again. ##### Joseph D. 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