Title: Thistle Lodge - Quiet Garden Lodge with off road parking Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=82863490&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Thistle Lodge - Quiet Garden Lodge with off road parking Holiday home in Hemel Hempstead with kitchenette ## Photo gallery for Thistle Lodge - Quiet Garden Lodge with off road parking ![Interior - Thistle Lodge - Quiet Garden Lodge with off road parking (Hemel Hempstead)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82870000/82863500/82863490/12851e44.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Shower - Thistle Lodge - Quiet Garden Lodge with off road parking (Hemel Hempstead)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82870000/82863500/82863490/c9ee5386.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, travel cot, free WiFi - Thistle Lodge - Quiet Garden Lodge with off road parking (Hemel Hempstead)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82870000/82863500/82863490/4f313b65.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - Thistle Lodge - Quiet Garden Lodge with off road parking (Hemel Hempstead)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82870000/82863500/82863490/9771fa2d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Thistle Lodge - Quiet Garden Lodge with off road parking (Hemel Hempstead)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82870000/82863500/82863490/9b67a1c1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to this gorgeous garden lodge, where tranquility meets convenience. Unwind in the large lounge or stroll through the gardens with private access. The kitchenette provides ample space for meal prep and relaxation is within easy reach of transport links. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Thistle Lodge - Quiet Garden Lodge with off road parking Gorgeous Self contained Garden Lodge with private access Double Bedroom large lounge and kitchenette. Within 10mins walk from mainline train station as well as 15min drive to Harry Potter studio……….. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchenette - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom ### Bathroom - Shower ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### 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) ### General - Garden - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![2 bedrooms, desk, travel cot, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118110000/118105200/118105131/de3353b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hilly Hideaway — Unique Countryside Retreat with Hot Tub & firepit Chorleywood - Hot tub - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-15&endDate=2026-02-16&selected=118105131&PinnedHotelID=118105131&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Apartment, Garden View | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116540000/116532600/116532528/6d849696.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Garden Studio in St Albans St Albans - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 4.0 3 reviews £111 includes taxes & fees 2 Feb - 3 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-02&endDate=2026-02-03&selected=116532528&PinnedHotelID=116532528&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, dinner served; 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 ## About the area Hemel Hempstead is home to this holiday home. Some of the area's popular attractions include Warner Bros. Studio Tour London and ZSL Whipsnade Zoo. Planet Ice and Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden are also worth visiting. [Visit our Hemel Hempstead travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hemel-Hempstead.dx4655) [View more Holiday homes in Hemel Hempstead](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hemel-Hempstead-Private-Holiday-Homes.d4655-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.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%7C51.74831%2C-0.48418&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=w5IkfgFBjMHVd2FVDiicJClCpts=) Hemel Hempstead ### What's nearby - ![The Charter Tower - Gadebridge Park - Hemel Hempstead - Hertfordshire . England, Shutterstock ID 1182600808, SF SSA Case with Manager Approval: Case 07151371, Job: Prepay credit, Client/Licensee: , Ot](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621561941422/717d90c0-22a2-4e4d-bbc7-3c3432c708b7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Gadebridge Park 17 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Planet Ice 3 min drive \- 1.5 miles - The Snow Centre 4 min drive \- 1.3 miles - Boxmoor Golf Club 4 min drive \- 1.9 miles - Cineworld Hemel Hempstead 4 min drive \- 1.7 miles ### Getting around - Hemel Hempstead Station 14 min walk - London (LTN-Luton) 25 min drive ### Restaurants - Caffè Nero 17 min walk - The Fishery Inn 11 min walk - brunch 19 min walk - The Mallard (Harvester) 14 min walk - The Hop Tap 18 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Thistle Lodge - Quiet Garden Lodge with off road parking pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Thistle Lodge - Quiet Garden Lodge with off road parking? ### What time is check-in at Thistle Lodge - Quiet Garden Lodge with off road parking? ### What time is check-out at Thistle Lodge - Quiet Garden Lodge with off road parking? ### Where is Thistle Lodge - Quiet Garden Lodge with off road parking located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Thistle Lodge - Quiet Garden Lodge with off road parking Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daphne M. 30 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Stay My mother stayed here over the weekend while during her visit to the UK from the US. She really enjoyed the quiet and the amenities provided. ##### Daphne M. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Annabell B. 7 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful, stunning lodge Fantastic ##### Annabell B. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cécile G. 11 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Superbe séjour, nous avons profité de notre weekend pour visiter les environs, les quartiers sont magnifiques et très typique et nous avons également fait le Park Harry Potter, nous nous sommes régalés. ##### Cécile G. 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