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Entire Cottage in Picturesque Village

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Outdoor dining
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Smart TV, fireplace, books
Interior
In the charming village of Linton, The Old Reading Rooms offers a unique retreat. This lovingly renovated 16th-century cottage boasts comfortable bedrooms, acoustic fibreboard insulation for warmth and soundproofing. With easy walking distance to local cafes, pubs and restaurants plus nearby countryside walks.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 51195 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Entire Cottage in Picturesque Village

The Old Reading Rooms - A unique, spacious, comfortable, detached 2 bedroomed cottage (sleeps 5) in a wonderful village with easy access to an array of fantastic and fascinating destinations including a host of historical and cultural hot spots! Surrounded by beautiful countryside you will love to explore!

Great cafe's, pubs, restaurants, an artisan bakery, an organic veg shop, small art galleries, florist, beauty salons, hairdressers, CO-OP all within easy walking distance.

The Old Reading Rooms - A Grade II listed property dating back to the 1500s. For some time it was used by the Linton Literary Society for young men of the village to meet, read papers and play billiards (the old cue housing can be seen in the lounge). Prior to that, it was The Old Coffee House.

Lovingly renovated using breathable wool insulation, acoustic fibreboard to insulate the old lathes and plaster, acoustic secondary glazing alongside the old sliding windows to ensure warmth and full sound insulation - to ensure up to date heat retention and leaving residents feeling completed cocooned from the world outside.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 22 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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

General

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,195 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

This is a residential area. Please respect our neighbours ie no loud noise which can be heard outside the property between 10.30 pm and 8 am
Only very well behaved and completely house trained pets are allowed. No pets upstairs or on the sofas. Thank you
Do not leave your pet in the house unaccompanied if they are going to howl, bark, whine or damage anything

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

About the area

Map
Linton, England

What's nearby

  • Market Square - 10 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Sawston Hall - 11 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Imperial War Museum Duxford - 13 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Audley End House - 13 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Addenbrooke's Hospital - 15 min drive - 16.0 km

Getting around

  • Whittlesford Parkway Station - 12 min drive
  • Cambridge (CBG) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cambridge Building - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Three Tuns - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Plough - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bar Braham - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Entire Cottage in Picturesque Village pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Entire Cottage in Picturesque Village?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Entire Cottage in Picturesque Village?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Entire Cottage in Picturesque Village located?

This family-friendly Cambridge cottage is located in a rural location, 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Chilford Hall Vineyard, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Bridge End Gardens and Market Square. The Common and Wandlebury Country Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Entire Cottage in Picturesque Village Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage

Lovely comfortable cottage, well equipped in pretty village. Nice pub (Dog & Duck) within walking distance, good food and range of beers, plus lovely coffee shop close by. Recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iain C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Well appointed, spacious cottage. Would highly recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Penny A.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Three go to Linton

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Reading rooms. Very comfortable with a great sized lounge and kitchen. A good central location and perfect for village ‘walkies’ for our dog. We would suggest that a chair in each bedroom would be a thoughtful touch. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Luxury in Linton!

Very spacious and well equipped, much more space than is normal for three people, including 3 sofas and a huge kitchen table. Outside dining also lovely!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cottage in a lovely village!

We truly enjoyed our short stay in Linton. This cottage was wonderful. We were greeted by beautiful flowers in the front! The cottage is nicely appointed with everything we needed. We appreciated the selection of teas! We also enjoyed reading the history of the ownership of the cottage, dating back to 1604. We enjoyed the coffee shop next door and The Dog and Duck down the street. The cottage was a perfect place to start our exploration of England. Thanks, Louise, for a lovely stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just lovely

Beautiful cottage in a lovely friendly village. The beds are super-comfy. Really cosy place to stay. Spotlessly clean and well equipped. Several great pubs nearby serving excellent food within walking distance. Good base for exploring Cambridge and nearby areas.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

John T., Riverside, California USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Base for Cambridge Area

My wife and I really enjoyed this clean, spacious, and convenient place. The village was delightful, pubs and bakeries to eat at, easy free parking right at the door, and easy access to Cambridge and the area. Louise was easy to work with, very helpful and responsive. No one would be disappointed staying here while they explored the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Don P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect escape from city life

From the moment I saw the property and entered, I felt calm, relaxed and serene. The property is delightful, hygienic, soothingly decorated and I was able to 'recharge the batteries' which enjoying the Cambridge music festival. Thank you for making the stay so relaxing and I would most definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim D., Atlanta, Georgia and Hayesville, North Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for us!! Comfort abounds!!

This home offered very comfortable furniture and super comfortable bed. Furnished with anything you might need!! Even decorated for Christmas, and milk and cookies awaiting our arrival! Would highly recommend this home if you need accommodations in Linton. You can walk to bakeries, restaurants, pubs and grocery store from this home.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Old Reading Room

A comfortable, well equipped cottage in the centre of Linton, a charming village close to many attractive places to visit. A half hour bus ride to Cambridge. Would highly recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous house in a lovely, friendly village

The house is exceptionally comfortable and well set up, wry comfortable beds, lovely kitchen and living areas. It’s on the Main Street so incredibly handy to local pubs for a meal, a beautiful cafe, and the bus service to Cambridge is a very short walk away. Louise was terrific to deal with, really helpful, and provides many ideas for looking around the local area. We couldn’t have been happier - thank you for making your place available Louise!
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wish we stayed longer

The Old Reading Rooms in Linton was a great stay. The pictures and description does not do it justice. It was larger than we expected. There is plenty of seating and different areas within the living room. I was slightly nervous about the parking, but we literally parked on the street in front of the cottage every day. The kitchen is quite large and well appointed. Being from America, we really appreciated the large bathroom with separate tub and shower as well as separate powder room downstairs. This home is very clean and the beds are very comfortable with soft linens and nice pillows. The village of Linton was a delightful surprise with wonderful pubs (with great vegetarian options!). We’d definitely stay here again, given the opportunity.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy autumn break

We had a great time staying in the Old Reading Room. The cottage is very comfortable, with good amenities. The setting in the middle of the pleasant village of Linton was very convenient, for the local shops, cafe and pubs. Although no allocated parking, we parked right by the cottage all of our stay. There are some great touches by the owners - a large map on the wall pointing out walks and places of interest, games and books. The cottage is in easy reach of Cambridge and we also went to Audley End. We ran out of time to go to the zoo, but there is always next time...
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

lee c., Bury st edmunds

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Linton

Gorgeous property Great location No parking on site and have to nab a space when available on the main Rd/Market Square.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sally P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable cottage with everything you need

The cottage is a little haven to come back to after busy days visiting Duxford, Cambridge and the amazing Air show at Shuttleworth. One very happy teenage grandson! It is very well appointed and comfortable and has a lovely little courtyard to sit in. Linton itself is another delight and the Linton Kitchen cafe next door has a excellent selection for lunch.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joseph D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous short break

Great spacious, well kept property in a fabulous location in Linton with the Linton Kitchen a short distance up the road and a bakery almost opposite. Three pubs in the village and a Co-op make this an ideal location. The map on the wall with locations marked and the books are a nice touch. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022