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Calm & Spacious Cottage in Barnes Village SW13, 30 Minutes from Downtown London

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Interior
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathrooms140 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Calm & Spacious Cottage in Barnes Village SW13, 30 Minutes from Downtown London

Luxurious and comfortable, come and enjoy London from our house. With a village feel in the city, the location has easy transport links to London Underground or Railway Services. A tube or train will take you to central London in just 20 minutes!

The house dates back to the early 1900s and it's 'boomerang' layout and unique spiral staircase give it a special look and added space - great for kids and adults alike. It retains some original features, such as the fireplace. It is conveniently tucked away down Castelnau row footpath and is the biggest of 7 cottages, in this very calm spot. The house sleeps 5 adults comfortably.

The kitchen is fully equipped with everything required to do some serious cooking if you're up for it! There is also a utility room with separate washer and dryer machines for laundry.

There are a couple of great cafes within 2 minutes walking distance of the house: Sips & Bites (Italian) and Spoonful (French). There is also a greengrocer and natural foods merchant on the same row of shops. I highly recommend PostBox Indian restaurant and The Bridge pub.

In Barnes village, there are many restaurants to choose from. Don't miss the Olympic Cafe and Cinema, and Rick Stein fish restaurant, a little further up in Sheen.

Barnes is a very coveted area in SW London, there is a large amount of nature accessible nearby - the river Thames (3 minutes walk), the Leg-O-Mutton nature reserve (3 minutes walk), Barnes Common and Barnes Pond (5 minutes bus ride) and the London Wetlands Centre (www.wwt.org.uk) a wetlands reserve for wildfowl and birds (5 minutes bus ride or 20 minutes walk). On the subject of nature, the house is only 15 minutes drive away from Royal Kew Gardens (www.kew.org), a must for any lover of plants!

For those looking to do shopping, the Wesfield shopping centre is just North of Hammersmith on the other side of the river Thames (www.westfield.com). There are also world famous museums located nearby in South Kensington: The Natural History Museum (www.nhm.ac.uk), The Science Museum (www.sciencemuseum.org.uk) and The Victoria and Albert Museum (www.vam.ac.uk).


Property manager

Farid Bennis

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Free breakfast available
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Unit size: 1,506.9 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 23

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Map
London, England

What's nearby

  • Eventim Apollo - 13 min walk
  • Stamford Bridge Stadium - 13 min drive
  • Olympia Conference and Exhibition Centre - 14 min drive
  • Kensington High Street - 15 min drive
  • Westfield London Shopping Centre - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Barnes Station - 3 min drive
  • Hammersmith Station - 15 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Rutland - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Dove, Hammersmith - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Chancellors - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪River Café - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Blue Boat, Fulham Reach - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Calm & Spacious Cottage in Barnes Village SW13, 30 Minutes from Downtown London pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Calm & Spacious Cottage in Barnes Village SW13, 30 Minutes from Downtown London?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Calm & Spacious Cottage in Barnes Village SW13, 30 Minutes from Downtown London?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Calm & Spacious Cottage in Barnes Village SW13, 30 Minutes from Downtown London located?

Located in Barnes, this cottage is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Thames River and within 3 miles (5 km) of Kensington High Street and Westfield London Shopping Centre. Natural History Museum is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away. Hammersmith Station is 15 minutes by foot and Ravenscourt Park Underground Station is 19 minutes.

Calm & Spacious Cottage in Barnes Village SW13, 30 Minutes from Downtown London Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Kate B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family trip
Property was in a good location, just a short walk across the Hammersmith Bridge to the tube. Home spacious and spotlessly clean. Could benefit from a bit of updating. Spare bed has a broken frame and towels well used. Overall though, a great stay and excellent communication from the host.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neal H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful house in Barnes
This is a wonderful place to stay. It is very clean. The beds are comfortable. There is great water pressure and plenty of hot water. The house is remarkably spacious and is decorated very tastefully. The owner was quick to respond to any questions we had. There is easy access to shopping and transportation nearby. Great choice for a London visit
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

jicky s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely ticked away home in tucked away Barnes
❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Bert P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hammersmith
It was exactly as posted for location. The hammersmith bridge was closed for traffic except for walking. So the tube is a 15 minute walk. The house was clean and kitchen well equipped. Beds were comfortable. Pub 2 minute walk and a few restaurants close by. I would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay in Barnes apartment
A very spacious apartment in a great location. Just a short 20min walk to the Hammersmith tube station as well as lots of shops and eating places. Kitchen was well equipped and beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob W., Portland, Oregon USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Super Stay
The flat was excellent and ticked all of our boxes! 1. Clean and well appointed. Beds were comfortable and the kitchen had everything we needed, 2. Excellent location. With Hammersmith Bridge closed to car/bus traffic, Barnes is a quaint and quiet enclave in busy London. Good access to Central London and Heathrow or Gatwick (we needed both) via public transit. Either a 15 minute walk or bus ride gets you to a station accessing the Tube or National Rail systems. 3. Great host. Farid answered all of our questions pre-arrival. The refrigerator was stocked with milk, juice, eggs and bread, which was a great and welcomed surprise. And for the couple of issues that arose (seems there is always something), Farid was quick to respond and resolved everything. 4. Easy check in/out. A solid five-star stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Timothy d., Brisbane

Liked: Cleanliness
Visiting Mum & Dad
Perfect location and comfortable flat with plenty of room. Could have done with an extra fan for the spare room.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron T.

Liked: Cleanliness
London Visit
House was perfect for four people. Quiet neighborhood with a short ride into London. A number of pubs and restaurants within walking distance. Only thing needed is some outlets in the bathrooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manda L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and helpful owner
Lovely house Our family loved the location and we were very grateful to the owner for being so helpful. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stan R., Edmonton, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely apartment in a quiet London neighbourhood
The apartment was spacious and comfortable for our family of two adults and three teenagers. There were multiple bathrooms in the house which was convenient. The kitchen was well supplied for cooking meals. The location itself is quiet and quaint. It is about a 20 min walk over the bridge to the nearest underground station however from there you have access to four tube lines. We would recommend this location to anyone provided that they are willing to do a lot of walking. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

brendan o.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely flat in London
Extremely well maintained flat in London. Near to Hammersmith tube station. Flat was clean and the beds were extremely comfortable. Owner was quick to respond and very helpful!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

L S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Place to Stay
I loved staying here! The cottage is private, peaceful, very spacious by London standards, and the bed was very comfortable. It's only a 15 minute walk to the Tube station for the Picadilly, Hammersmith, District, and Circle lines, that will get you anywhere you need to go, including directly to/from Heathrow. Only a couple of minutes walk to the Thames Path, and Barnes Village is super cute, and very quiet for being so close to Central London. I spent a week there and found it to be perfect for my stay. Great communications with courteous owner, as well. Id definitely recommend this cottage, especially to American travelers, because housing is tiny compared to what we are used to, and this cottage was shockingly spacious!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comforts of home
What a great location for families and for anyone who wants a quite stay. Being so close to the Hammersmith bridge was perfect. I will definitely be coming back. The owner was always easy to contact which was very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Prime location
Excellent location for walking, shopping and public transportation. The neighborhood is safe and quiet. The home was spacious enough for my wife and two teenagers. Everything we needed was provided. And the owner was in contact with us regarding our needs for a comfortable stay. We highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kurt B., Loudon, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet, clam stay
The property was very well-maintained and taken care of. It is quiet and away from noise. We enjoyed our stay. There would return is coming back to London.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent, Relaxing City Cottage and Adjoining Neighborhood
Great stay, great property. Although the property is not in central London, getting there was a breeze by way of the Hammersmith underground station.
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location
This was the perfect location to catch the Tube into the City or a match at Craven Cottage. Living area was spacious and great for a family with teens. Would return in a heartbeat!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melinda A., Regina, Saskatchewan

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family place to stay
Wonderful area. Large modern place. Great shower, kitchen and tv. We loved it. It had everything we needed. Beds and mattresses were fantastic. Several washrooms. Amazing master shower. Hope to stay there again.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Britney W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location and Great property
This property was located in great spot; easy to get to the tube to access all London has to offer. The property itself has everything you need and more. The laundry was a great feature and a full service kitchen. It’s a great space to come back to kick back and relax after a great day adventuring all London has to offer. The owner Farid was excellent at communication and very detailed information to locating the property; that made it easy to find! Thanks Farid!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Grace W.

Great Location and Nice Host
The living area is lovely and overall it was a comfortable stay. The towels/linens could do with replacement and the place could use a nice dusting to remove cobwebs, but it was generally good.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Carrington S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and value
Quiet neighborhood with some airplane traffic. Relatively large place for a family or group needing two bedrooms and bathrooms. Great communication with owner. Large kitchen with everything you need to cook. About a fifteen minute walk to the Hammersmith tube station and town. Unfortunately the master bedroom shower was not draining properly during our stay. Note that the two bedrooms are up a spiral staircase if that is an issue for anyone considering staying. Relative to other similar properties, we found this to be a good value for the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trina B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Perfect Quiet Getaway
Arrived late on Cgristmas Eve after a challenging day of train travel to find an unbelievably spacious flat with food in the fridge for breakfast. Farid was very kind and responsive and we loved the neighborhood- just a short walk to the Thames, with markets and restaurants just around the corner. Couldn't have been a better stay. Thanks!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tara M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Property
This was a real gem in a great spot in Barnes. It felt like a home away from home and we stayed here twice in our recent trip to London. Our host was the best and we will be recommending this place to all our friends. We will be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family time in London!
Farid was so helpful, warm and accommodating. We had a wonderful stay with our 3 year old and 10 month old. The travel crib was a little tricky to figure out, but we eventually got it. The description of the location is super helpful fr Farid. Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dusty A.

Fantastic Location
We spent four nights at the property and enjoyed the location and accommodations. The hosts were responsive and kind. The location could not be beat. We wanted to be close to the city, but far enough away to feel like we are in a cozy neighborhood. We particularly enjoyed the cozy bed in the master bedroom. Thank you for a lovely start to our vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023