Halcyon Hideaway
2 guests
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1 bedroom, 1 bed
1 bathroom
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Set on a countryside estate, this converted barn captures a sense of the charm of the Home Counties. The setting is ideal for a couple to get out of the city for a break – you wouldn’t know it, but London is less than an hour away on the train. It’s a real gem of a getaway, whether you’re more inclined to enjoy tranquil walks in fields of parkland and nature reserves, cooking farm-to-table meals at home, or heading to the local pub for a Sunday roast.
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What to expect
Highlights
Have your morning coffee in the private courtyard
Go for a ramble in the nearby nature park
Set in a converted barn
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Home truths
It is a forty minute train ride into central London
Essentials can be accessed by foot
About this stay
Amenities
Outdoor seating
Laptop friendly workspace
Wi-fi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Washing machine
Dryer
Garden
Bedrooms & bathrooms
1 bedroom, 1 bed
1 bathroom
Local guide
About Hertfordshire
With its rambling country estates, rolling valleys, forest-clad hills and chocolate box villages, Hertfordshire feels quintessentially British. Picnic in the grounds of Jacobean manors or journey through the centuries at St Albans’ Norman cathedral and the Roman Theatre of Verulamium. Follow canal towpaths to idyllic pubs, but not before stepping straight into the magical world of Harry Potter at the Warner Bros. Studio Tour. After elevenses in a tearoom and...
Explore the area
Local restaurants, cafes, museums, sites and activities, recommended by our community of hosts and travel experts
Explore Mill Green Museum and Watermill
Step back in time at this fascinating museum and witness the fully working water-powered flour mill in action. Don't miss the chance to enjoy their famous cream tea made from the flour produced here.
Explore Panshanger Park
Sprawling countryside park with lakes, woodland, and historical structures. Perfect for walking, picnicking, and admiring wildlife. A hidden gem for nature lovers.
Get around
Airport
London Luton
40 min
London Stansted
1 hr 7 min
London City
1 hr 2 min
Train station
Hertford North
14 min
Bus stop
Theatre
22 min
Local shops & services
Convenience store
17 min
Cafe
7 min
Pharmacy
6 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Not suitable for children under age 12
Not suitable for infants under age 1
No pets
No parties or events
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 15:00
Departure before 11:00
Air con
Wifi
Cancellation policy
Up until
5
days
Cancel at least 5 days before your check-in date for a full refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 5 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Viv
This home is managed directly by its owner who will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Viv and the team know a thing or two about hospitality – don't be afraid to get in touch if you'd like to add some personalised services during your stay.
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