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Hertfordshire

Hertfordshire is a historic English county rich in heritage, cultural landmarks, and natural beauty, blending Roman sites, Tudor architecture, modern film studios, and scenic countryside within easy reach of London.

Leys Barn

A converted barn in a rural setting overlooking open fields, offering ground floor open-plan living with three bedrooms and a garden with seating area amid a peaceful countryside environment.

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2 miles from Fowlmere

Fowlmere Nature Reserve is a wildlife haven in farmland featuring diverse habitats like reedbeds, fen, and a rare chalk stream, ideal for spotting various birds and wildlife along accessible trails and hides.

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The Library Suite

The Library Suite is a one-bedroom cottage set in a tranquil private farm in Penn, Buckinghamshire, ideal for couples seeking a peaceful countryside retreat with scenic walks and local attractions nearby.

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Longways.

This spacious ground-floor bungalow in the quaint village of Penn offers a peaceful and homely retreat with a beautiful garden, accommodating up to 4 guests and welcoming pets, ideal for families or groups seeking countryside relaxation near walking trails and local pubs.

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3 miles from Hall Barn

Hall Barn is a historic house venue in Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, primarily featuring outdoor gardens and marquee event spaces. It is available for weddings and exclusive use, with parking facilities including accessible and guest parking.

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The Villa Mansion

This private villa and separate annex is set in 10 acres of private grounds and offers a high-quality, stylish accommodation suitable for large groups or families with a variety of luxury facilities and outdoor activities.

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2 miles from Morven Park

Morven Park in Hertfordshire offers 20 acres of historical parkland with access to scenic outdoor spaces and remains of a medieval toll house, open daily for public enjoyment. The historic house itself is a care home and not open to visitors.

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Barn House and Mansion - The Essex Mansion

This luxury seven-bedroom mansion in Romford, Essex, is set on 4 acres with extensive gardens and offers a range of high-end amenities including an indoor heated swimming pool, cinema room, gym, sauna, private hot tubs, and games room, suited for families and groups seeking an indulgent and spacious retreat.

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Cutters Cottage

Cutters Cottages is a beamed 16th-century cottage in a village setting near the river and marina, featuring four bedrooms accommodating six guests and offering a garden patio area with outdoor seating.

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1 mile from Stanstead Bury

Stanstead Bury is a historic Tudor-origin house in Hertfordshire featuring a blend of architectural styles and family heritage. Visitors can tour the house, gardens, and the adjacent Grade I listed St James' Church, with opportunities to purchase local produce and enjoy refreshments. The site offers partial wheelchair access and scheduled guided tours.

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Barn House and Mansion - Essex Barn House

This converted barn in Stapleford Abbotts offers a peaceful countryside retreat with three bedrooms, expansive garden frontage, and a private hot tub, ideal for families or small groups seeking a stylish and homely stay.

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Moat Farm

This charming rebuilt former granary barn is a four-bedroom farmhouse set in tranquil countryside near Tring, offering a peaceful, scenic retreat with a spacious garden and patio area, ideal for families or groups seeking a rural escape.

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2 miles from Pitstone Windmill

Pitstone Windmill is a historic 17th century post mill in Buckinghamshire, known as the earliest windmill dated in the British Isles. Visitors can explore the outdoor site and learn about traditional corn milling. The National Trust manages the site, which is open to the public on summer Friday afternoons.

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Lee Valley

Lee Valley accommodation is located on a peaceful park with lodges and caravans, offering access to miles of walking and cycling routes and proximity to the River Lee in a scenic countryside setting near London and Cambridge.

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1 mile from Rye Meads

Rye Meads is a wetland nature reserve in Hertfordshire popular for birdwatching with trails, hides, and a visitor centre. It features accessible paths, seven viewing hides including wheelchair-accessible sections, and opportunities to spot Kingfishers and Common Terns. The site offers basic refreshments, binocular hire, and is suitable for families and children.

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The Farmhouse at Polehanger

A luxurious six-bedroom country farmhouse set within a 400-acre working farm, offering spacious accommodation with garden and tennis court in a rural countryside setting near local villages and attractions.

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3 miles from Wrest Park

Wrest Park is a Grade I listed country estate in Bedfordshire featuring a historic English country house with early Rococo Revival interiors and extensive formal gardens with notable landscaping by Capability Brown. Visitors can explore both indoor historic interiors and outdoor formal gardens, with the estate also serving as a filming location for various productions.

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Barn Suite

A charming couples retreat cottage situated on a private non-working farm in the Chilterns with scenic rural surroundings, outdoor seating, and close proximity to village amenities and natural beauty.

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The Barn

A converted barn in a rural location overlooking woodland, offering a comfortable and homely stay for up to four guests with two double beds in one bedroom and close proximity to local pubs and walking routes.

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3 miles from Chenies Manor House

Chenies Manor House is an exquisite Tudor mansion set in Buckinghamshire with historic features and beautiful gardens overlooking the Chess Valley, offering guided tours, events, and a café for visitors.

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Malting Cottage

This 16th century thatched cottage in the Hertfordshire countryside features two bedrooms, rustic decor with beams, and a charming garden shared with a neighbouring property, offering a tranquil village setting in Much Hadham.

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Eventide

This semi-detached three-bedroom property in the quiet Bedfordshire village of Broom offers a peaceful countryside setting with shared garden space and private parking near Biggleswade with access to local shops, pubs, and countryside walks.

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2 miles from Shuttleworth Swiss Garden

The Swiss Garden in Bedfordshire is a picturesque nine-acre historic garden featuring listed buildings, Victorian features, and diverse seasonal plants. It offers accessible grounds, refreshments, and includes entry to Shuttleworth's historic aircraft and motor vehicles collection.

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Woodland View

Woodland View is a peaceful first-floor woodland apartment with vaulted ceilings, balcony views, and friendly alpacas nearby, situated between Berkhamsted and Chesham in the Chilterns countryside.

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3 miles from Berkhamsted Castle

Berkhamsted Castle is a historic Norman motte-and-bailey castle ruin in Hertfordshire, England, originally built in 1066. It features extensive earthworks and medieval deer park grounds, and offers outdoor exploration of its significant historical remains and scenic location. Managed by English Heritage, it is open daily for free public visitation.

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External links

  • hertfordshire.gov.uk
Last update: 6 August 2026
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