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Yew Tree Cottage - Self Catering Holiday Cottage. – Home 6963319 House

  • 2 bedrooms
  • 4 sleeps
  • 3 nights min stay

Yew Tree Cottage - Self Catering Holiday Cottage. – Home 6963319

  • House
  • 2 bedrooms
  • sleeps 4
  • 3 nights min stay

Key Info

  • Swimming pool
  • Child Friendly
  • Car advised
  • No pets allowed

Description from owner

Description

2 Bedroom self catering C19th stone cottage just outside Peterborough in a picturesque village, situated on the banks of the river Nene. Secure behind their own automated gates, the private drive has parking for two cars. Easy to find with A1 (M) and A 47 near by and on the boarder of three counties; Cambridgeshire, Northampton and Lincolnshire; this is the ideal spot for, many activities or doing absolutely nothing.

PLEASE NOTE : The Pool is outdoors and is seasonal. It is open from 1st April to 30th Sept. It is HEATED from 1st June to 31st August.

Families

  • Great for children of all ages
  • No pets allowed

Bed & bathroom

  • Bedroom 1: Full bed
    Bedroom 2: Full bed
  • 1 Shower

Amenities

  • Wireless Internet
  • Shared outdoor pool (heated)
  • Waterfront
  • Boat available
  • Internet access
  • Central heating
  • Fireplace
  • Stove
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Clothes dryer
  • Iron
  • TV
  • Satellite TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo system
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided

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Access

  • Parking
  • Secure parking
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Interaction with guest

We'll meet you on site with the keys to the cottage and are eager to share our knowledge of the area and things to do to keep you entertained during your stay. If you have any questions during your stay, we are readily available to help whenever necessary.

Policies

Check in time: 15:00, Check out time: 11:00
If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
Payment
This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).

Damage deposit: ($154.44) £125.00
Smoking
No smoking at this property

Cancellations

Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.

Booking confirmed

100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).

24 hours after booking

50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 8 weeks before check-in.

8 weeks before

25% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.

4 weeks before

No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.

Check-in date

* The booking fee is stated in the cancellation policy information on the payment page. This fee helps us run our secure platform and enables us to provide 24/7 customer support

House rules

Please discuss your pets with us before booking. Our rate is £15, per night, per pet.

Please note that we are not suitable for loud parties/groups.

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About the owner

Stephen & Philip W.
Calendar last updated:
15 Apr 2024
Years listed:
8
Based in:
United Kingdom
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Languages spoken: English

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Reviews

Excellent
8 reviews

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“Amazing 2 night stay”

Reviewed 29 Apr 2018

I've just come back from a 2 night stay in Yew Tree Cottage. The cottage is comfy and warm with all amenities there are dvds and books to use. A pool and garden on site *if only the weather was g… More

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Response from the owner Thank you very much indeed for your lovely review. It was our pleasure having you all to stay and we hope the weather will be a lot brighter for your next visit :o) Best wishes to you all ! Stephen

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“Best place I stayed in last 12 months”

Reviewed 8 Jan 2018

IThis was a lovely surprise to start with as it was a gift but the cottage itself also was a pleasant surprise. very clean and it is equipt with everything you may need. I spent the last weekend with … More

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Response from the owner Atri, Thanks very much for your lovely review. we are delighted you all had a great stay and thank you for taking such good care of our cottage. It was a pleasure meeting you all and we look forward to your next visit. Best wishes, Philip and Stephen

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

“Fab cottage”

Reviewed 12 Sep 2017

Lovely stop - very close to A1 - on our trip down south!! Stephen was friendly & helpful & the house was beautiful.

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Response from the owner Hi Averil, thanks very much indeed . It was lovely meeting you all and thanks for being such great guests . Best wishes , Stephen

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“Excellent”

Reviewed 3 Aug 2017

I stayed here with my Mum and Grandad for one night and it was a brilliant little break. Stephen was very helpful and welcoming and made sure we had everything for our stay. The cottage itself is love… More

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Response from the owner Thank you very much indeed Michelle, and thank you too for leaving our cottage so immaculate too - very much appreciated. Stephen

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“Quintessential English country accommodation, tasteful decor, fabulous hosts!”

Reviewed 5 Feb 2017

It was like Enid Blyton's 'Famous Five Escape The Big Smoke'. Myself & 4 friends escaped for a relaxing weekend, which was an easy run up the A1 from London, taking just over an hou… More

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Response from the owner Thanks very much Lynne - on the other side of the coin, you were fabulous guests !!! xx

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“Just fabulous!”

Reviewed 5 Feb 2017

What a beautiful cottage in an incredibly picturesque setting! Stephen and Phil, our friendly hosts, couldn't have made us feel more welcome, with thoughtful touches wherever we looked. Will be r… More

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Response from the owner Thanks so much Roz and we'd be delighted to see you again soon :o)

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“Lovely getaway”

Reviewed 22 Sep 2016

We had a lovely stay in Yew Tree Cottage. The cottage is well equipped and very beautifully decorated, and in a gorgeous, quiet village, right on the river. The surrounding area is also very beautiful… More

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Response from the owner Thanks so much Kate. It was lovely meeting you all and we'd welcome you all back anytime !! Best wishes from us both !!

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“Secluded and luxurious cottage”

Reviewed 11 Jul 2016

This gem of a cottage is safely tucked away on the banks of the river with walking for miles and all right off the A1, 8 miles from Stamford, It is a lovely place to come home that the end of a day e… More

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Response from the owner Erik, thank you very much for your kind review. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay. Many thanks ! Stephen

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FAQs

How do I find more info about the property?

You can get in touch with Stephen & Philip (the owner) through the contact form on this page.

If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.

What if I have questions before I book?

Send Stephen & Philip (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

How do I contact Stephen & Philip (the owner)?

Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Stephen & Philip the owner's contact details or send them a message.

What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?

Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send Stephen & Philip (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then

Or send Stephen & Philip (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.

What is a booking request?

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You can also request a quote from Stephen & Philip (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.

How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?

You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.

How do I pay for my vacation?

Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Stephen & Philip (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.

If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.

Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.

Why can't I call Stephen & Philip (the owner) before booking?

You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.

If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.

How do damage deposits work?

In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.

Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.

How can I view and manage my booking?

Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.

How do I pay the balance of my booking?

You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.

We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.

How can I withdraw my booking request?

You’ll need to contact Stephen & Philip (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.

How do I cancel my booking?

Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.

How do I make changes to my booking?

You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Stephen & Philip (the owner) a message.

If Stephen & Philip (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.

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