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Centrally located cottage on the old market square in the heart of the village
Spacious living area with wifi and smart TV
Large dining table in the spacious kitchen.
Comfortable king-sized bed with quality bedding
Comfortable single bed with quality 400 thread bedding

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Linton, England
  • Imperial War Museum Duxford
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Audley End House
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Addenbrooke's Hospital
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Cambridge (CBG)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Sofa Bed

Double room

1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

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Toilet

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

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 manager

Louise Orton

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 10 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Cambridge

Located in Cambridge, this cottage is in a rural area. Audley End House and Sawston Hall are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at RSPB Fowlmere Nature Reserve and Coton Country Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Bridge End Gardens, or check out an event or a game at Fenner's. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Linton, England

What's nearby

  • Saffron Walden Museum - 10 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Sawston Hall - 10 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Imperial War Museum Duxford - 11 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Audley End House - 11 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Addenbrooke's Hospital - 12 min drive - 13.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Greyhound - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The George Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dog and Duck - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Lotus House - ‬10 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 10 kg per pet.

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?

Checkout 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 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

About the host

Hosted by Louise Orton

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I live in Linton with my husband and three sons. I moved here when my eldest was 4 months knowing nothing about the village or the location. It is such a friendly place with easy access to Cambridge and there is always lots going on!

I am always discovering things about Linton I didn't know!

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.

Why they chose this property

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.

My husband lovingly renovated The Old Reading Rooms working with the listed buildings officer and building control officer. With wool insulation, acoustic secondary glazing, reed ceilings coated with lime plaster we really feel it is something special! We hope you love it!

What makes this property unique

11 miles to the centre of Cambridge (frequent buses in and out of Cambridge, bus stop two minutes walk from the property),

6 miles to the centre of Saffron Walden and Audley End Historic House and live performances (English Heritage)

6 miles to Duxford Imperial War Museum

15 miles to Anglesea Abbey, Gardens and Lode Mill, 21 miles to Wimpole Hall (both National Trust properties)

18 Miles to Newmarket (Rowley Mile Stands etc)

25 miles to Stansted Airport

A 5-minute drive or a 20-minute picturesque walk to Childford Hall Vineyard (tours and bistro)

8 minutes walk to Linton Zoo

8-minute walk to Wylde Sky Micro Brewer with the taproom, pop-up food vans, and live music (please check their website)

Linton Heritage Trail

2 excellent coffee shops - Linton Kitchen and Jigsaw Bakery

Local pubs with excellent food (3 Hills Bartlow, 3 Tuns Abington, Dog and Duck Linton)

Plus a great network of footpaths and cycle routes in the local area

Languages:

English