Guests say
The Limes is a spacious and clean property with a well-equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, and a large garden. It is in a great location for exploring Cambridge. Guests have had a pleasant stay, though some have noted a lack of attention to detail and minor maintenance issues.
The property is generally praised for its cleanliness, with specific mentions of clean bed linen and overall tidiness. However, there are isolated comments about crockery not being clean and glass in the garden, which slightly detract from the overall high standard.
The location is highly regarded for its proximity to Cambridge and suitability for family events. It is considered perfect for large groups and exploring local attractions, indicating a very good location score.
Guests find the beds comfy and the property spacious. However, the lack of bedside tables, lamps, and mirrors in some rooms, as well as issues with bathroom fixtures, suggest room for improvement in overall comfort.
While the kitchen is well-equipped and the property spacious, there are several maintenance issues raised, such as broken handles, loose taps, and dangerous bathroom fixtures. These concerns impact the facilities score, indicating a need for attention to maintenance.
There is no mention of gifts or extra thoughtful touches provided by the property management in the reviews, therefore this category cannot be scored.
About this property
Nestled in the affluent village of Harston, a stone's throw away from the vibrant University city of Cambridge, rests this remarkable holiday home, The Limes. Boasting a striking Victorian exterior and offering a warming and homely setting, The Limes is an idyllic base for your next group celebration. A spacious driveway greets you at the foot of this lovely dwelling, making loading and unloading an easy task, leading you over the threshold and into a delightful hallway space, offering handy storage to kick off your shoes and house your belongings away from the main living areas. Unwind with a leisurely seat in front of the television in the nearby sitting room, beautifully decorated with traditional character, with an exposed stone fireplace and original wooden floorboards, creating a warming ambiance to relax with a cup of tea following an action-packed day. Be charmed by the stylish newly renovated kitchen, flooded with light welcomed in through the elegant bifold doors and housing all of the modern amenities necessary to prepare a heart-warming meal for the group. Gather your loved ones around the grand dining table taking centre stage in the conservatory and indulge in your culinary delights enveloped in the tranquil view of the surrounding greenery of the garden, or if you're lucky enough to experience the warmer weather, step outside and enjoy a spot of alfresco dining on the patio, toasting a glass of fizz to an unforgettable holiday. Escape the excitement and enjoy a solace retreat to the second sitting room, catching up on your favourite show as you tune into the television, or delving into the pages of a captivating book for a moment of peace. Resting on the ground-floor is the first of six bedrooms, fit with a sumptuous double bed, serviced by a neighbouring cloakroom, offering the ideal sleeping arrangements for guests with limited mobility. Climbing the stairs to the first floor, you'll find three double rooms alongside a twin, all beautifully decorated with a neutral and calming interior, with one of the double rooms benefiting from its own en-suite shower. Tucked away on the second floor is the fabulous master room, boasting a double bed and a fabulous en-suite bathroom. In the morning, prepare for a new day with a luxurious soak in the elegant roll-top bath featured in the contemporary family bathroom, or if you'd prefer, jump in the shower for a quick rinse before heading out on an adventure. Get better acquainted with your surroundings and take the short stroll into the heart of Harston, where the long street of the quaint village homes a well-stocked convenience store, perfect for picking up any last-minute ingredients, as well as a traditional country pub, with the quirky twist of serving authentic Thai food. Spend a fun-filled day meeting the wildlife at Shepreth Wildlife Park, or if that's not your thing, discover the fascinating exhibits of warfare on display at IWM Duxford. Venture further afield to the nearby city of Cambridge, home to the world renowned Cambridge University, where you can enjoy a leisurely stroll through the colourful Botanic Gardens, marvel at the striking architecture of the medieval 12th century Round Church, or embark on a cruise on the tranquil waters of the River Cam. Whether you're looking to unwind or experience adventure, The Limes is a base that you'll be delighted to return home to.
Nestled in the picturesque county of Cambridgeshire rests the quaint village of Harston, known locally with the reputation of being "one long street". The village homes a well-stocked convenience store along with a coffee shop and a traditional country pub, perfect for assisting with your self-catering needs. There's a host of sights and attractions on your doorstep, with Shepreth Wildlife Park, the war museum of IWM Duxford, and the vibrant city of Cambridge within easy reach.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Six bedrooms: 1 x second-floor double with en-suite bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC, 1 x double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x ground-floor double, 2 x doubles, 1 x twin and 2 x pull-out beds.
Bathroom with roll-top bath, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Conservatory/dining room, 2 x Sitting rooms
Air source central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer.
2 x Smart TV's, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Ample off-road parking.
Garden with lawn, patio and furniture.
2 pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.4 miles, pub 0.8 miles.
Note: Due to the location of this property, some road related noise may be heard.
Please note: No stag/Hens or similar parties without prior consent from Owner.There is a £1000 good housekeeping bond for this property.
The owner will take a pre authorisation on your card on arrival at the property
Reviews (9)
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Orla
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Deborah
Whilst the property has many good features and is certainly spacious enough to accommodate 12 adults, sadly there is a distinct lack of basic essentials, attention to detail and some maintenance issues which need addressing, many of which have already been mentioned by previous occupants. The kitchen is well equipped, with an extra fridge/freezer provided, and overall very clean apart from some of the crockery, which I assume is down to previous occupants but should be checked by cleaner. Bedrooms all had comfy beds and lovely clean bed linen but definitely need basics like bedside tables, lamps, mirrors, etc. Thereâs enough bathrooms with lovely fluffy towels provided but again just lacking in details such as shelf space, mirrors, etc. The master en-suite could do with a screen/shower curtain too. As mentioned by previous occupants, we had to call the owner re key arrangements, however, he was very friendly and accommodating. I do hope the owners take on board the constructive suggestions by previous occupants and myself as this property is so lovely but just lacking in some areas and certainly the maintenance issues need addressing promptly. At the price we paid, it was not value for money - weeks before our visit the weekends surrounding ours had been drastically reduced which was very frustrating and unfair as we had booked months in advance - a matter we are pursuing with Sykes. Having said all that, these things didnât spoil our visit and we had a wonderful weekend with family celebrating our sonâs wedding and the comfy beds were very welcome!
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Jude
Spacious, comfortable and well equipped with an enormous garden (in which we held our very own sports day!) The kitchen provided lots of space and equipment and the bedrooms were also spacious and comfortable. (The only thing we would request is a few more mirrors in the bedrooms). The owner was friendly and helpful and we highly would recommend this cottage. Thanks for a lovely stay.