Boughs of Holly
8 guests
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5 bedrooms, 5 beds
3 bathrooms
+1 extra toilet
sq/ft
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Reached at the end of a lane and with only one neighbour, this cottage looks positively rural from the outside — an impression only furthered by the sight of ceiling beams, exposed brickwork and wooden floorboards once you step inside. However, the home is actually in southeast London, with Greenwich only fifteen minutes' drive away and Soho reached in forty minutes by car. The sprawling Winn's Common sits just three minutes' walk up the road too and has plenty of entertainment options for little ones. Once you've experienced the hustle and bustle of the UK's capital, you can return to your retreat and relax. In the summer months, guests can frolic about in the swimming pool, while the covered hot tub is open all year round. After that, the only thing for it is to mix up a cocktail in the bar area and sip with your feet up next to the fireplace.
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What to expect
Highlights
Call a taxi and be in Greenwich Park in under twenty minutes
Gather the group around the fireplace after the day's exploits
Sit out in the covered hot tub with a glass of something fizzy to hand
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Home truths
The swimming pool is only open in July and August
There's a separate annex with a leisure room, kitchen and bathroom
A cot and high chair are available upon request
There's free parking available on the premises
Although the home is split across two levels, there are two bedrooms and a shower room on the ground floor
The home has a washing machine and dryer, but the host can arrange laundry services if required
About this stay
Amenities
Desk / workplace
Laptop friendly workspace
Wi-fi
Pets allowed
Parking available
Washing machine
Dryer
Private pool
Bedrooms & bathrooms
5 bedrooms, 5 beds
3 bathrooms, 1 additional toilet
Extras
VIP services
Arrange a chef
Cab booking
Daily cleaning
Laundry and dry cleaning
Massage
Restaurant reservations
Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.
Local guide
About Abbey Wood
Named after the monks (and their abbey) who protected the area’s river walls from flooding by the Thames, Abbey Wood today is a leafy part of London. It’s popular with families and young professionals as it’s a peaceful base that still benefits from quick and easy transport links to the most exciting parts of the capital – the area is connected to the centre of the city via the Elizabeth...
Explore the area
Local restaurants, cafes, museums, sites and activities, recommended by our community of hosts and travel experts
Explore the Arts and Crafts Home of William Morris
Discover the beautifully conserved Red House, once home to William Morris. Knowledgeable guides bring the history alive. Visit the charming garden and unravel hidden treasures behind old wall coverings.
Explore artFix Woolwich
This local independent cafe has it all - delicious food, engaging community events, and an art gallery upstairs. Watch artists create while enjoying a friendly atmosphere and great coffee.
Catch the sunset at Winn's Common
A relaxing park with a playground, picnic area, paddling pool, basketball court, and large grassy lawns. Perfect for a day of outdoor fun.
Explore Rockliffe Gardens
Wander through this well-kept park. Enjoy the tranquility and watch life teem in the rock pool.
Get around
Airport
London City
49 min
Rochester
50 min
Heathrow
1 hr 41 min
Train station
Plumstead
22 min
Subway station
Upney
50 min
Bus stop
Rutherglen Road (Stop WN)
5 min
Local shops & services
Convenience store
5 min
Cafe
4 min
Pharmacy
10 min
Points of interest
Beach
Folly House Beach
40 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Pets welcome
Not suitable for infants under age 1
No parties or events
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 16:00
Departure before 11:00
Wifi
No air con
Cancellation policy
Up until
24
hours
Cancel at least 24 hours before your check-in date for a full refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 24 hours away.
Host
This home is managed by Lily
This home is managed directly by its owner who will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Lily and her team have been welcoming guests for more than thirty years and are more than happy to arrange extra services to make stays that little bit more special.
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