Johnsons of Old Hurst

Johnsons of Old Hurst is a family-owned zoo and farm shop in Old Hurst, Cambridgeshire, offering visitors a chance to see a variety of animals and enjoy local farm produce in a rural setting.

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Lily Pad Cottages - Lily Pad 9

A countryside cottage in the Nene Valley offering accommodation for 4 guests with 2 bedrooms, wheelchair-accessible features, shared heated indoor swimming pool, private parking, pet allowance, and outdoor sitting areas.

Near The Prebendal Manor

The Prebendal Manor in Northamptonshire is a Grade I-listed historic manor house dating back to the Anglo-Saxon period. Visitors can enjoy owner-led tours of the house, 16th-century dovecote, tithe barn, and gardens featuring medieval plant selections, with tea and cakes served in the tithe barn.

Located in March

March is a historic fenland market town in Cambridgeshire, known for its rich heritage, St Wendreda's Church with its carved angel roof, vibrant market days, and riverside setting on the River Nene. Visitors can explore museums, enjoy local shops and dining, and walk the scenic town centre easily on foot.

Near Bushmead Priory

Bushmead Priory is a historic Grade I listed Augustinian monastic ruin in Bedfordshire, featuring preserved refectory and kitchen remains. Visitors can explore the outdoor site which reveals architectural history from the 12th century. The priory is open to the public on weekends during spring and summer under English Heritage care.

Lily Pad Cottages - Lily Pad 4

This countryside escape in the Nene Valley offers a peaceful and family-friendly retreat with wheelchair-accessible ground-floor facilities, set in a charming stone cottage around a picturesque courtyard surrounded by rolling countryside.

3 miles from Southwick Hall

Southwick Hall is an English manor house showcasing architectural styles from the 14th to 19th centuries, retaining much of its medieval layout and history tied to three families over centuries. Visitors can explore the house and its historical evolution with notable alterations and additions.

Sunnyfields

A stylish two-bedroom lodge located on the grounds of Cambridge Golf Club, featuring scenic views over the golf course and access to shared spa and leisure facilities, offering a peaceful and romantic countryside setting.

2 miles from Longstowe Hall

Longstowe Hall features magnificent Edwardian gardens with seasonal flower displays and historic parkland, complemented by a squash court cafe serving local dishes. Visitors can explore expansive gardens, ancient woodland, lakes, and enjoy wheelchair accessible paths with some uneven terrain.

3 miles from The Very Hungry Caterpillar™ trail

7 Oct–1 Nov (another 23 days)

Follow a garden trail inspired by Eric Carle’s The Very Hungry Caterpillar, spotting fruits and snacks and taking part in games and activities while learning about the transformation from caterpillar to butterfly.

Lily Pad Cottages - Lily Pad 1

This countryside stone cottage nestled in the Nene Valley provides a peaceful retreat with ground-floor wheelchair accessible accommodation and a private enclosed garden, surrounded by rolling countryside scenery.

2 miles from Elton Hall

Elton Hall gardens offer visitors expansive historic parkland with formal Edwardian gardens, an orangery, lily pond, and notable topiary, nestled alongside the River Nene. The site features a restored garden awarded for its design and includes plant sales and refreshments.

Vineyard's Apartment

Vineyards Apartment is a stylish and peaceful accommodation located in the central area of Ely, ideal for couples visiting the cathedral city, offering a ground floor open plan living space and a first floor bedroom with modern conveniences and an enclosed garden area.

2 miles from Ouse Fen

Ouse Fen is a large nature reserve in Cambridgeshire featuring the UK's largest reedbed and diverse wetland habitats, ideal for wildlife watching and tranquil walks along accessible trails and viewpoints.

Nene Valley Cottages - Len Cottage

A comfortable ground-floor rural cottage in Northamptonshire with views over rolling countryside, on a working farm near market towns and historic sites, offering a peaceful and family-friendly retreat with access to natural surroundings.

3 miles from Rippington Manor

Rippington Manor is a remarkably complete Tudor brick manor house built on ancient monastic remains, featuring historical significance from the Augustinian monastery at Repton and reconstruction from the 12th century.

Caves Farm Barns - Swan

Swan is a barn conversion set in the Fens landscape offering a tranquil rural environment with open skies and farmland, suitable for families and romantic getaways, featuring shared facilities on an arable farm including a heated indoor swimming pool and courtyard areas.

Rookery Waters - Hare Lodge

This detached lakeside lodge is situated within a peaceful rural working farm environment, offering scenic views and a relaxing atmosphere with direct access to a private fishing lake and family-friendly accommodation for up to 4 guests.

3 miles from Ramsey Abbey Gatehouse

Ramsey Abbey Gatehouse is a 15th-century Gothic gatehouse ruin in Ramsey, Cambridgeshire, managed by the National Trust, offering visitors a glimpse into the historic Benedictine abbey that was dissolved in 1537.

Lily Pad Cottages - Lily Pad 6

A countryside retreat in the Nene Valley offering a stone cottage with ground-floor living space, wheelchair accessible facilities, and private decking, suitable for groups up to 10 guests.

Lily Pad Cottages - Lily Pad 2

This countryside cottage offers ground-floor accessible accommodation with a private enclosed garden and shared use of an indoor heated swimming pool within a peaceful rural setting in the Nene Valley.

3 miles from Apethorpe Palace

Apethorpe Palace is a Grade I listed Jacobean country house in Northamptonshire, known for its historic royal connections to James I and Elizabeth I, exquisite state rooms, and centuries of architectural evolution. Visitors can explore the palace through pre-booked tours in summer months, experiencing a significant example of English heritage and royal history.

Near Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve

Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve in Cambridgeshire is one of Europe's most important wetlands, offering visitors a rich outdoor experience with diverse wildlife and plants, accessible boardwalk trails, family activities, and facilities including a café and visitor centre.

Near Mucky Pups

16 Oct, 13 Nov

Mucky Pups is an outdoor session for children aged 2–5 and an accompanying adult, featuring seasonal activities, crafts and stories at Wicken Fen.

Lily Pad Cottages - Lily Pad 7

Countryside stone cottages in the Nene Valley providing accommodation for up to 10 guests, featuring ground floor wheelchair accessible facilities, shared indoor heated pool, private parking, and family-friendly amenities.

Jack's Cottage

Jack's Cottage is a cosy limestone terraced cottage located in rural Lincolnshire, offering a homely and peaceful stay suitable for couples or small families with pets, surrounded by scenic countryside and close to historic and natural attractions.

2 miles from Priest's House, Easton on the Hill

Priest's House is a 15th-century historic building showcasing fascinating local architecture and a museum dedicated to Easton's industrial past and slate mining history.

Near Wicken Fen

Wicken Fen is a historic biological nature reserve in Cambridgeshire featuring fenland habitats, rare species, bird hides, walking trails, and a visitor centre, managed by the National Trust and open year-round to the public.

Croft Farm - The Farmhouse

A charming five-bedroom farmhouse in the peaceful village of Thornhaugh blending rustic character with modern comfort, set in scenic countryside ideal for family gatherings and rural escapes.

Netherall Manor Lodge

A charming, quietly located cottage with a distinctive clock tower near Ely and Cambridge, set in a scenic countryside area favored for fishing and birdwatching with good local amenities and private parking.

Near Netherhall Manor

Netherhall Manor is a restored manor house with a rare plant collection in a walled garden, offering guided tours, an indoor piano recital, and tea service. The garden features old-fashioned flowers and rare Tudor plants, with seasonal highlights throughout the year.

Located in Soham

Soham is a historic market town in Cambridgeshire known for its archaeological finds, religious heritage, and significant events including the Soham rail disaster and notable historical figures.

Caves Farm Barns - Pheasant

Pheasant is a family holiday barn conversion set in the Fens landscape with views of huge skies and fishing rivers, offering a tranquil setting among arable farmland and close to local historic towns and river walks.

2 miles from Elton Hall & Gardens

Elton Hall & Gardens is a historic country house in Cambridgeshire featuring a significant art collection and beautifully restored gardens with a Gothic orangery. Visitors can explore the indoor house exhibits and extensive accessible gardens, with refreshment available at the on-site cafe.

Riverside

Riverside is a spacious and peaceful holiday home in the countryside, suitable for large families and groups, offering a homely and comfortable atmosphere with access to a private lake and garden.

2 miles from Ouse Washes

Ouse Washes is the UK's largest washland nature reserve, rich in birdlife including wintering waterfowl and breeding waders, featuring accessible nature trails, multiple hides, a visitor centre with basic refreshments, and picnic areas for visitors to enjoy a peaceful outdoor wildlife experience.

3 miles from The Old Hall, Ely

The Old Hall, Ely is a Jacobean manor house set within a historic 3,000-acre estate overlooking Ely Cathedral, offering exclusive use for weddings and events, with accessible facilities, accommodation, and dining.

Lily Pad Cottages - Lily Pad 5

This countryside stone cottage offers ground-floor accommodation with wheelchair accessibility, a shared indoor heated swimming pool, a private enclosed garden with outdoor seating, and a peaceful rural setting ideal for family and group stays.

Decoy Lakes

Decoy Lakes is a peaceful countryside retreat in the Cambridgeshire Fens, set around 11 lakes and offering a natural setting ideal for anglers and groups seeking nature and relaxation.

2 miles from Anglesey Abbey, Gardens and Lode Mill

Anglesey Abbey offers extensive 35 acres of formal gardens and wildflower meadows with seasonal highlights including spring bulbs, roses, and a winter garden. The venue features outdoor attractions for nature lovers and families, including a children's play area and refreshments available on site.

2 miles from Three Cheers for Pooh! Story trail

7–23 Oct, 26 Oct–23 Dec…

A family story trail through the gardens featuring Winnie-the-Pooh and characters from A.A. Milne’s stories, including Pooh and Tigger.

Caves Farm Barns - Kestrel

Kestrel is a family-friendly barn conversion set in the tranquil Fenland countryside with extensive outdoor space, wheelchair accessibility, and shared access to an indoor heated swimming pool and hot tub, providing a peaceful rural retreat.

3 miles from Longthorpe Tower

Longthorpe Tower is a 14th-century medieval tower in Longthorpe, Peterborough, famous for its rare and well-preserved medieval wall paintings. The tower offers visitors insight into medieval life and art in a historic stone structure owned by English Heritage.

Log Cabin

This two-bedroom log cabin in the peaceful village of Guyhirn offers a countryside retreat perfect for families, friends, or couples, with tranquil surroundings in the Cambridgeshire Fens near historic towns and nature reserves.

Caves Farm Barns - Heron

Heron is a barn conversion set in the owner's shared grounds in the Fens' rural landscape, offering a tranquil and scenic atmosphere with access to shared facilities including an indoor heated swimming pool, hot tub, and parking on site.

The Limes Cottage

Limes Cottage is a cosy and homely cottage located in the quiet village of Tinwell, offering a private and tranquil retreat ideal for couples, friends, and families, with scenic countryside surroundings and easy access to nearby historic towns and nature reserves.

2 miles from Burghley House

Burghley House is a grand 16th-century Elizabethan stately home in Lincolnshire featuring magnificent State Rooms, historic art collections, extensive gardens, and adventure play areas for children. Visitors can explore both indoor historical interiors and outdoor parkland with deer and landscaped vistas, alongside facilities including a café and picnic spots.

Located in Stamford

Stamford is a historic market town in Lincolnshire renowned for its well-preserved 17th- and 18th-century stone and timber-framed buildings, medieval churches, and annual cultural festivals, with access to rail, buses, and walkable central streets.

3 miles from Johnsons of Old Hurst

Johnsons of Old Hurst is a family-owned zoo and farm shop in Old Hurst, Cambridgeshire, offering visitors a chance to see a variety of animals and enjoy local farm produce in a rural setting.

2 miles from Nene Washes

Nene Washes is a vast washland nature reserve in Cambridgeshire known for its birdlife including cranes, harriers, and godwits. It offers outdoor wildlife viewing opportunities with accessible paths and parking but no indoor facilities or on-site food services.

Pam's Plaice

A semi-detached family cottage located in the Cambridgeshire village of Offord D’Arcy near Godmanchester and Cambridge, featuring a garden and scenic surroundings with local historic and outdoor attractions.

Westward House

Westward House is a large 8000 sqft historic manor house set on two acres of land near Ramsey, suitable for large families or groups, featuring multiple bedrooms, reception and living rooms, games room, and an enclosed garden with on-site parking.

Located in Ramsey

Ramsey is a historic market town in Cambridgeshire with roots in medieval Benedictine monastic life, featuring a walkable town centre, heritage museums, annual living history events, and a traditional weekly market.

Dovecote

The accommodation is a uniquely converted dovecote with high ceilings and luxurious finishes, located in a peaceful rural village setting near the historic town of Wisbech, offering a private courtyard garden and hot tub for relaxation.