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TV, stereo
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

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

Contented Cottage

Charming, modern (recently refurbished), clean and fresh, two bedroom single storey cottage built circa 1840 situated on the edge of Epping Forest, and next door to a secure Children's Playground. Less then a minute's walk in the other direction takes you to Queens Road which has the quaint village feel with an array of cafes, restaurants and boutiques along with Waitrose and Costa Coffee. Buckhurst Hill Station (Central Line Zone 5) is under a 2 min walk away and will have you in Central London in 20 minutes.
The modern kitchen with granite surfaces is extremely well equipped with everything you should need along with an integrated fridge/freezer and dishwasher. There is also a washing machine and microwave for use. There are many kitchen staples provided, tea/coffee (Dulce Gusto coffee machine with coffee pods) tea's, sugar, salt, pepper, cooking oils, etc.
The living room has a smart tv with Netflix set up for your use.
Master bedroom has beautiful French doors which lead you into the south facing ivy clad courtyard which is a delight in the summer.
The second bedroom has bunk beds and a dedicated work space area.
Family bathroom contains a bath and a separate shower to enjoy. Towels, soap, shampoo and conditioner provided.
Parking outside the property is residents only so there is always plenty of space and a visitors parking permit will be provided for your stay should you require one.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Home From Home Characterful
Home from Home Characterful Cottage Buckhurst Hill
Home from Home Characterful Cottage Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Map
ENG, Buckhurst Hill

What's nearby

  • Epping Forest - 6 min drive
  • Tottenham Hotspur Stadium - 15 min drive
  • Westfield Stratford City - 16 min drive
  • London Stadium - 18 min drive
  • O2 Arena - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Chingford Station - 6 min drive
  • Buckhurst Hill Underground Station - 6 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Green Owl Cafe & Deli - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Gosht - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Toby Carvery - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Railway Tavern - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Travellers Friend - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Contented Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Contented Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Contented Cottage?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Contented Cottage located?

Situated in Buckhurst Hill, this cottage is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Epping Forest and within 9 mi (15 km) of Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and Westfield Stratford City. Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and Victoria Park are also within 9 mi (15 km). Buckhurst Hill Underground Station is 6 minutes by foot and Roding Valley Underground Station is 16 minutes.

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Contented Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Absolutely fantastic little cottage that was spotless inside. Walkable to the tube with easy access into London on the Central Line. Would highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine E.

Lovely base for the weekend
The cottage was just what we needed, spotlessly clean, very comfy and communication from the host was fab.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew D.

Beautiful Cottage
Just had a few days here so we could get into London easily. We recieved excellent instructions to gain entry, which perfectly explained everything. The property itself was clean and fresh and could not be more welcoming. The location is amazing, just a short walk from the tube station, and had parking right outside the front door. Overall we loved the property and would have been happy living there a lot longer than the days we booked! If we could give more than 5 stars we would. The hosts are not only a credit to the property but to the whole short term letting system. 100% will stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mindy M.

The Perfect Holiday Cottage
As part of a trip to Europe, our family wanted to stop for a few days in the London area to visit family before heading home to the US. We booked this lovely cottage and we had a wonderful experience. The cottage is so well decorated and cozy. Kirsty stocked the cottage with everything we could need, and it was within walking distance to anything we needed, including the train. Kirsty was such a pleasure to work with. Her instructions on how everything works was very comprehensive. She was always quick to respond with helpful suggestions. I told her the trip was to celebrate our Anniversary and she even left us a surprise. I am so grateful we found her beautiful house and the next time we are in the area, I hope it is available. 5 stars across the board!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony B.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rich C.

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Fr. Graham B.

A well appointed and located cottage.
The cottage is in an excellant location, well equipped and very well maintained. Kirsty's weclcome was warm and generous - nothing was too much trouble. It is ideally located with easy access to central London or walks in the forest. The proximity of shops is a bonus.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

isabelle M.

Super séjour
Tres bonne location avec tout ce qu'il faut située dans une ville hors de londres au calme, tres appréciable apres une journée au milieu de l'agitation londonnienne.tous les commerces et restaurants nécessaires pour satisfaire un maximum de personnes Enfin super location et propriétaire charmante qui nous a attendu jusqu'à 21h30 le jour de notre arrivée Vraiment merci beaucoup Kirsty 😀😀😀😀😀
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michelle A.

Welcoming & Adorable Little Cottage
Three of us recently stayed at this adorable little cottage in Buckhurst Hill. The home was clean, well equipped with amenities, it smelled amazing, and we couldn't ask for anything more. Buckhurst Hill is outside the city of London but a very easy trip on the tube to get into central London. The tube station is a short walk from the cottage. There is a park behind the cottage and a great restaurant/bar literally feet from your doorstep. There is also a market for groceries very close by. After a long flight from New York to London, Kirsty the owner, kept in great contact with us to arrange our arrival. She is a lovely woman and I hope we remain in touch. London was a stop on this trip as part of my 40th birthday and Kirsty went over the top to remember that bit of information only given to her at the beginning of our communication. Definitely the best host I've had the pleasure of meeting this far. If you are looking to visit London but want to get away from the hustle & bustle I highly recommend this home. If we ever come back to the UK, I would stay here again no question.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful cottage
Made to feel really welcome by the owner Kirsty on arrival. The cottage had a cosy friendly feel and was immaculate with all modern amenities and the back courtyard was lovely. It was an ideal location, close to a lovely pub with excellent food and welcoming to children. Lovely shops and high street 2 minutes away and 5 minutes to the tube station. We loved our stay and our daughter is counting down the days for our return. Thanks to Kirsty and Tom for a great experience.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Olyn B.

Perfectly Beautiful!
WOW WOW WOW! from receiving the keys, to looking around to spending the weekend just wonderful, I can honestly say i could not have asked for more. Just a Beautiful warm lovely Cottage Dont know why i had never booked a home from home before now. I fully intend to go back to this Cottage over and over again, my 2 children were more than catered for. 10 OUT OF 10 ???No........more like 100 out of 10 Very happy.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Dawn L.

The property was great in a fantastic location
The cottage was bigger than I expected. Very clean and the beds were very comfortable. In a great location just a tube ride to London attractions. Kirsty was very welcoming and helpful all the way through our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Beautifully presented cosy cottage.
We spent 2 nights and didn't want to leave. The cottage has everything that you would need and really is a home from home.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Klaudia C., Zellerndorf

Lovely Cottage
The cottage is really very beautiful and cozy. And it is very nicely decorated. It has everything what is needed. The beds, pillows and duvets are perfect. Very comfortable. Highly recommended. Unfortunately we couldn't take the cottage with us. :-) The only missing thing is a hand shower. Showering would be much easier. Kirsty, thank you very much for late check out. We appreciate it very much!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tristan M.

Lovely cottage, great place & would stay again.
Lovely cottage with excellent facilities. Beautiful nature walk and park on your doorstop. Ideal 10min walk to train station. Owner was very helpful and had good communication.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Anita S.

Nice place
Lovely cottage house, only issues early check out 10am
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dick d.

Very nice cottage!
Very nice cottage near London. The house was easy reachable by London Underground Central Line. The house was nicely furnished and kitchen was well equipped. We enjoyed our short stay at the cottage. Kirsty was very helpful, also during the booking process.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Marco A.

Beautyfull cottage near London
Beautiful cottage near London. The house is tastefully furnished and nothing is missing, the kitchen is well equipped. Home suitable for couples and families in a quiet and well connected area to the city. Beside the house there is a playground and a forest, close to the center of Buckhurst with a supermarket and all you need for a pleasant holiday. Kirsty was also very kind and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Ideal location, modern and well equipped.
Ideal location offering easy access to London via the underground and Epping Forest whilst also offering ample local services e.g restaurants/pubs, coffee shops and supermarket. The property sits just down from a local family orientated pub which we found to be very friendly and provided good quality food. Surprisingly,we were unaware of any noise or associated activities following closing time. The property is exactly as described on line: cosy with modern furnishings and is well equipped, clean and well maintained. We would highly recommend this property and look to revisit in the future. The owner is very friendly and thoughtfully provided provisions which we had not expected but greatly appreciated. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2016