Title: The Holts - Charming idyllic & rural 2 bed Cottage 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 # The Holts - Charming idyllic & rural 2 bed Cottage Cottage in Cambridge with kitchen and fireplace ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106160000/106159800/106159799/ec98f07a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106160000/106159800/106159799/ad9467eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106160000/106159800/106159799/2d4bc08d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106160000/106159800/106159799/8859f2e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106160000/106159800/106159799/ad87df03.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Experience rural charm at this Horningsea cottage, nestled between two village pubs and a short stroll from Scotsdale Garden Centre. Unwind with a log burner, underfloor heating in the kitchen and bathroom, or take leisurely walks along the River Cam. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Kitchen £147 includes taxes & fees 16 Oct - 17 Oct ## 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. ### The Holts - Charming idyllic & rural 2 bed Cottage Particularly charming 2 bed cottage in Horningsea only 4 miles from Cambridge city centre. Horningsea has the best of both worlds - idyllic & rural whilst being connected to Cambridge Science Park. Superb location set between 2 village pubs - the Plough & Fleece and the Crown & Punchbowl Grade II listed pub recommended in Good Pub Guide 2021. Only 5 minute walk to Scotsdale Garden Centre with Cafe serving cooked breakfast/tea & coffee. Lovely walks along the River Cam at the back of The Holts. Log burner & storage heaters available for use and underfloor heating in both kitchen and bathroom. Vodafone Superfast Unlimited WiFi available. Kingsize bed with luxury Emma mattress in master bedroom, Double bed in 2nd bedroom. Integrated washing machine and dishwasher in kitchen. There is a bus stop opposite and a cycle route along the river direct to Cambridge City centre which is approximately 4 miles. Plenty of on street parking. I will follow the guests lead and am on call if needed Horningsea is a nice, quiet & chilled village with some beautiful walks. The river Cam is within viewing distance from my garden. There is a bus stop directly opposite. Cambridge City centre is 4 miles and you can walk/bike along the river Cam all the way to the centre. Please note this is an old building built in 1790 which has a steep staircase to the bedrooms upstairs. It might be fusty and dusty in areas so may not be your cup of tea, please note before making a booking, thanks. Please also bring logs & kindling for the log burner ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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) ## Similar properties ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50710000/50706500/50706499/fefdac83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Fellows House Cambridge, Curio Collection by Hilton Chesterton - 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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 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. ### Property is also known as 335793 ## About the area ![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%7C52.24126%2C0.18595&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=jbsWs5Jbcs7qcVpCNlmUANC4d4Y=) Cambridge, England #### What's nearby - Cambridge Science Park - 4 min drive - 3.1 miles - University of Cambridge - 8 min drive - 5.1 miles - The River Cam - 9 min drive - 5.3 miles - Cambridge Corn Exchange - 11 min drive - 6.1 miles - Addenbrooke's Hospital - 12 min drive - 5.7 miles #### Getting around - Waterbeach Station - 3 min drive - Cambridge (CBG) - 11 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive - ‪Thoroughbreads Coffee Bar - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Golden Hind - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Plough - ‬3 min drive - ‪White Swan - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Holts - Charming idyllic & rural 2 bed Cottage pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Holts - Charming idyllic & rural 2 bed Cottage? > As of 15 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Holts - Charming idyllic & rural 2 bed Cottage on 16 Oct 2025 start from £146.7, 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cambridge-Hotels-The-Holts-Charming-2-Bed-Cottage.h106159799.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at The Holts - Charming idyllic & rural 2 bed Cottage? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Holts - Charming idyllic & rural 2 bed Cottage? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Holts - Charming idyllic & rural 2 bed Cottage located? > Situated in Cambridge, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Milton Country Park, Cambridge City Cemetery and St John's Innovation Centre. Abbey Stadium and Cambridge Business Park are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Holts - Charming idyllic & rural 2 bed Cottage 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 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 8.0/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jonathan P. 2 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cosy cottage with nice pubs nearby Really nice cottage style property with a log burner and really comfy beds. Only warning would be the stairs as they're pretty steep and the bathroom is downstairs if you need to get up in the middle of the night. ##### Jonathan P. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Grace 8 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication We had a great stay here! ##### Grace Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel and Spa Chester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Hotel-And-Spa-Chester.h527788.Hotel-Information) > > [The Brewers Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cambridge-Hotels-The-Brewers-Inn.h69227419.Hotel-Information) > > [Lakes Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Hotels-Lakes-Hotel-And-Spa.h901040.Hotel-Information) > > [Travelodge Cambridge Swavesey](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cambridge-Hotels-Travelodge-Cambridge-Swavesey.h858589.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Cheltenham-Cotswolds](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cheltenham-Hotels-Doubletree-By-Hilton-Cheltenham.h65899.Hotel-Information) > > [Harbour Hotel Christchurch](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-The-Christchurch-Harbour-Hotel-And-Spa.h18097.Hotel-Information) > > [De Vere Cotswold Water Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cirencester-Hotels-De-Vere-Cotswold-Water-Park.h1770053.Hotel-Information) > > [Cambridge Belfry Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cambridge-Hotels-Cambridge-Belfry.h1103020.Hotel-Information) > > [Stay Inn Express](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cambridge-Hotels-Stay-Inn-Express.h92006512.Hotel-Information) > > [Redworth Hall Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newton-Aycliffe-Hotels-Redworth-Hall-Hotel.h517266.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express Cambridge West Cambourne by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cambridge-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Cambridge-West-Cambourne.h71647347.Hotel-Information) > > [Last Drop Village Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bolton-Hotels-Last-Drop-Village-Hotel-And-Spa.h9341.Hotel-Information) > > [The Old Red Lion Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cambridge-Hotels-The-Old-Red-Lion-Inn.h9752867.Hotel-Information) > > [The Lodge Duxford](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cambridge-Hotels-The-Lodge-Duxford.h39631001.Hotel-Information) > > [De Vere Wokefield Estate](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Reading-Hotels-De-Vere-Wokefield-Estate.h1044123.Hotel-Information) > > [Dunston Hall Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Norwich-Hotels-Dunston-Hall.h519081.Hotel-Information) > > [Shelford Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cambridge-Hotels-Shelford-Lodge.h4963162.Hotel-Information) > > [Grosvenor Pulford Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-Grosvenor-Pulford-Hotel-Spa.h790572.Hotel-Information) > > [Madingley Hall](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cambridge-Hotels-Madingley-Hall.h8729319.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Cambridge by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cambridge-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Cambridge.h17484.Hotel-Information) > > [Cave Hotel & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Faversham-Hotels-Cave-Hotel-Golf-Resort.h33410673.Hotel-Information) > > [ibis budget Manchester Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Ibis-Budget-Manchester-Airport.h75715089.Hotel-Information) > > [Novotel Cambridge North](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cambridge-Hotels-Novotel-Cambridge-North.h66147285.Hotel-Information) > > [The Three Hills](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cambridge-Hotels-The-Three-Hills.h8071965.Hotel-Information) > > [Ramada by Wyndham Cambridge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cambridge-Hotels-Ramada-By-Wyndham-Cambridge.h2910789.Hotel-Information) > > [The Duxford Hotel - Cambridge South M11 Jct 10](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cambridge-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Cambridge-Duxford-M11.h3995412.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hook-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Hotel-Hampshire.h986107.Hotel-Information) > > [Quy Mill Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cambridge-Hotels-Quy-Mill-Hotel-Spa.h54969.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bristol-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-Bristol-Airport.h16543862.Hotel-Information) > > [MJP @ The Shepherds](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cambridge-Hotels-Ancient-Shepherds.h39014882.Hotel-Information)