Willow Cottage - Central Ely
Cottage in Ely
4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
About this cottage rental
Willow Cottage is a charming two bedroomed detached cottage situated in the centre of the historic Cathedral City of Ely. It is located just a few minutes walk from all the local attractions including the Cathedral, Bishops Palace and Oliver Cromwell's House. There are many great pubs, restaurants and shops all just a short stroll from the cottage. The cottage is finished to a high standard and has the luxury of a dishwasher and washing machine.
Ely railway station is also within easy walking distance providing regular services to Cambridge (20 minutes) and London (75 minutes). The horse racing town of Newmarket is just a short 25 minute drive. There are several National Trust sites within easy reach by car.
Furnished to a high standard the accommodation comprises: Spacious dining room with seating for four. Well equipped kitchen with oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. Sitting room with beamed ceiling and original fireplace. Two bedrooms, one with double bed and one with zip and link beds which can be set as two small singles or one king size (please advise of preference at time of booking). Shower room with walk in shower, toilet and wash basin. Off road private parking for two small or one large car. Courtyard garden with furniture.
Free WiFi and smart TV A range of books, DVD's and games available.
Pets considered - prior agreement only- please enquire for prices.
Hairdryer and complimentary toiletries provided for your convenience.
To make your stay as easy as possible we also provide complimentary tea and coffee, dishwasher tablets, washing up liquid and basic cleaning products, so all you have to do is turn up!
Minimum stay of 3 nights. Discounts may be available for bookings of 7 nights or more. Please enquire for details.
There is no Electric Vehicle charger fitted at the cottage, and our insurance does not allow electric car charging from standard sockets. Guests are advised that charging points are available at Newnham Street Car Park (100 yards away) or at both Sainsbury's and Tesco. Fast charging points are currently being installed at the BP garage on the A142 just outside Ely. These are due to be open in July 2024.
Covid-19 - we would like to reassure guests that the cottage is thoroughly cleaned following every stay. We also provide alcohol hand gel and cleaning products for your peace of mind and complimentary dishwashing tablets so you can clean any dishes or cookware before use if you wish.
Ely railway station is also within easy walking distance providing regular services to Cambridge (20 minutes) and London (75 minutes). The horse racing town of Newmarket is just a short 25 minute drive. There are several National Trust sites within easy reach by car.
Furnished to a high standard the accommodation comprises: Spacious dining room with seating for four. Well equipped kitchen with oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. Sitting room with beamed ceiling and original fireplace. Two bedrooms, one with double bed and one with zip and link beds which can be set as two small singles or one king size (please advise of preference at time of booking). Shower room with walk in shower, toilet and wash basin. Off road private parking for two small or one large car. Courtyard garden with furniture.
Free WiFi and smart TV A range of books, DVD's and games available.
Pets considered - prior agreement only- please enquire for prices.
Hairdryer and complimentary toiletries provided for your convenience.
To make your stay as easy as possible we also provide complimentary tea and coffee, dishwasher tablets, washing up liquid and basic cleaning products, so all you have to do is turn up!
Minimum stay of 3 nights. Discounts may be available for bookings of 7 nights or more. Please enquire for details.
There is no Electric Vehicle charger fitted at the cottage, and our insurance does not allow electric car charging from standard sockets. Guests are advised that charging points are available at Newnham Street Car Park (100 yards away) or at both Sainsbury's and Tesco. Fast charging points are currently being installed at the BP garage on the A142 just outside Ely. These are due to be open in July 2024.
Covid-19 - we would like to reassure guests that the cottage is thoroughly cleaned following every stay. We also provide alcohol hand gel and cleaning products for your peace of mind and complimentary dishwashing tablets so you can clean any dishes or cookware before use if you wish.
Amenities
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Ely
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Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0
Willow Cottage was our first stop on a 5-week holiday in UK/Ireland.
We found the cottage amazing & suited our needs perfectly.
We parked our car when we got there & did not move it until we left.
We could walk to everywhere we wanted to go, even to the railway station to catch a train into Cambridge for the day. (Punt on the River Cam)
The Ely Cathedral is a must see.
We recommend a 50yard walk to The High-Flyer Pub for a meal.
We will highly recommend Willow Cottage to anyone we talk to.
Thanks to Tracey and crew for a wonderful stay and congratulations on a wonderful job bringing the cottage back to life for us & others to enjoy.
Cheers
Kathryn & Paul
Coffs Harbour
Australia
2.0 / 10.0
Host was impossible to contact as she was away travelling so, when we had a problem understanding how the cooker worked she was unavailable. The manual explaining how everything in the cottage worked was tucked away in a dresser draw in the living room.
Other than this, the rest of the holiday was very enjoyable. Cottage located in a very central spot.
10.0 / 10.0
We booked for a special occasion and the cottage was perfectly located to walk to our venue - Ely Cathedral. The cottage was lovely and clean with everything we needed. My only regret is that the weather prevented us from seeing the cottage in the warm sunshine.
The owners were wonderfully helpful when we had a little hiccup with the hot water - coming over to help despite it being a Friday night. Thank you to them.
We enjoyed our stay and the location of the cottage allowed us to get out and about easily - either shopping or sightseeing.
10.0 / 10.0
Willow Cottage is a wonderful property close to the town centre. Very well equipped with a cute little garden area. Parking at the property and easy access.
10.0 / 10.0
Excellent accommodation,Great location
10.0 / 10.0
We had a fantastic stay at Willow Cottage. Lovely property, and in an ideal location for exploring Ely. It ticked all our boxes. All the comforts of a home, close to local amenities.
10.0 / 10.0
A beautiful cottage.Warm, comfortable, spotlessly clean and well equipped. Communication with owner exceptional.
Great having a parking space so close to the centre of Ely with the markets, cathedral and choice of places to eat.
A wonderful quiet, relaxing break.
10.0 / 10.0
A really lovely , well equipped property in a great location , we can’t recommend it highly enough.
A problem with the television was quickly resolved by the owner who could not have been more helpful.
We will be staying again !!
10.0 / 10.0
Tracey is a great host, easy to communicate, quick to response! The cottage is clean, cosy, well-located, highly recommended! Will definitely come back!
10.0 / 10.0
A beautiful property which creates a lovely home from home. Communication was easy and replies prompt. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
10.0 / 10.0
The property was immaculate, everything we could wish for. Really near the centre of Ely.
10.0 / 10.0
We were really impressed with the cottage, which was well appointed, clean and immaculate throughout. The owner was also helpful and informative. Thoroughly recommended.
10.0 / 10.0
Really nice cottage in a great location. Great for the whole family
10.0 / 10.0
Cottage was well equipped and very comfortable for our party of 4
Great location within walking distance to major sites and central Ely
Thank you Tracey
10.0 / 10.0
What a find! The property was spotlessly clean, beautifully decorated and had everything I needed for a solo weekend away. I travelled by train and it was about a 20 minute walk from the station and very close to the city centre. Tracey responded quickly to any correspondence and it was lovely to see a cupboard with tea, coffee, salt, vinegar and olive oil etc in there. I slept in the back room so didn't notice any noise from the traffic. I really enjoyed the cottage and Ely. Thank you for being fab hosts.
10.0 / 10.0
Hi Tracey, we enjoyed our stay in Ely very much. It was a lovely cottage and maybe we come back again.
Kind regards,
Ingrid & Carolien
10.0 / 10.0
Wonderful cottage
After having to cancel our trip to Ely in 2020, we were excited to finally stay here for a few nights. The cottage is very comfortable and a good size for a family of 4 (2 adults and 2 young children that could sleep in the same bed). I wish we could have stayed longer!
8.0 / 10.0
Well needed break
It was ok, apart from trafic noise
10.0 / 10.0
Lovely Stay
We loved staying here. It's the perfect location in Ely and cottage was incredibly comfortable. We will be back.
8.0 / 10.0
Comfortable cottage in good location
We enjoyed our stay, comfortable well equipped cottage, enjoyed sitting on the patio, nice sunny sheltered spot. Hope to return in the future
10.0 / 10.0
Lovely centrally located cottage
Beautiful cottage, situated in the centre of Ely. Well equipped, comfortable and clean. Would recommend and we hope to return. Thank you
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect place
Very clean and tidy cottage. Close to Centre and lovely small peaceful private garden.
10.0 / 10.0
Visit to Ely
Lovely, comfortable and generously equipped cottage that is situated at a convenient distance to Ely centre. Really enjoyed our post lockdown stay!
10.0 / 10.0
Lovely clean and cosy cottage in central location
We loved our short stay at the cottage whilst in the process of moving house - it was such a cosy haven for us away from the chaos of the move! Everything was very clean and the cottage is well stocked with everything needed for a comfortable break. Would definitely recommend a stay here for a holiday, as it’s really in the heart of Ely.
10.0 / 10.0
Great location for visiting family
I booked the cottage for my elderly parents to visit me in Ely. It's a great location for staying in Ely and not needing a car. The cottage was cleaned and prepared to a really high standard and communication with the owner was excellent. Very much recommended!
10.0 / 10.0
Very good
Very good
10.0 / 10.0
Very good location and high standard accommodation
Excellent customer care.
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect weekend break
A great well equipped, well positioned cottage. Perfect for our weekend escape.
10.0 / 10.0
Excellent cottage, prime location
With our two children (2 and 4) we had a wonderful time in this cottage. The location is perfect for discovering Ely, and the fittings and fixtures are contemporary and new looking. The house feels relaxing and uplifting to be in. The kitchen is fully equipped, and there is a large washing machine and a clothes rack. Arrangements for the key worked seemlessly. Off-street parking for one car is brilliant. Tracey was very easy to contact, very friendly and very quick to reply; she left some lovely touches in the cottage such as a bottle of mulled wine, a Christmas tree, and a gingerbread decorating kit for our children. The only thing our little ones found tricky is the lack of a bath, but we knew that before we arrived and it's a small compromise for a lovely, warm, contemporary cottage in a convenient location.
8.0 / 10.0
Perfect location,spotless,well equipped and very cosy.
Overpowering room perfume diffusers not needed because the cottage is so clean. They gave me a headache,
10.0 / 10.0
Excellent base in Ely
This Ely property is spotless. It is very well equipped and every need has been thought of.
The location makes all parts of Ely walkable and is very comfortable to come home to after a day of exploring fenland.
8.0 / 10.0
Felt like Home
Lovely cottage
Well furnished
And very clean
Close to the City Center
Traffic was bad at Times
8.0 / 10.0
Short stay in Ely
We enjoyed staying in this pretty cottage. It is ideally located for the town and the parks.
The double bed was fine, but the single beds were very uncomfortable.
10.0 / 10.0
Great long weekend
Excellent accommodation everything you need for a comfortable stay in a lovely cottage Great location for all the amenities in Ely Prompt Reply from Tracy the owner when I asked her a question about the accommodation highly recommend to anyone thinking is staying in Ely .
10.0 / 10.0
Cosy Cottage
Lovely place to stay, very clean and well equipped. Good location for the centre of town, easy to walk. Enjoyed sitting on the little courtyard garden at the back to have breakfast.
Would return for another visit
10.0 / 10.0
An absolute gem
What a lovely cottage! A real treat..The photos don’t do it justice. Every detail had been thought of, with wonderful comfortable beds, fully equipped and spotlessly clean. Very helpful owner..thank you Tracey! Fabulous location for the centre of Ely
8.0 / 10.0
Weekend break
Lovely cottage, very clean
Fantastic location for Ely
10.0 / 10.0
A lovely little cottage. Spotless, well kitted out and great location.
I enjoyed a week at the cottage and would highly recommend it. The cottage is spotless and clearly well loved and cared for by the owners, who were very helpful and welcoming. Many Thanks
10.0 / 10.0
We thoroughly enjoyed it
A lovely well presented home within walking distance of Ely Cathedral, the Town and Marina. We would definitely book again during the Summer months and take adavantage of the surrounding walks on offer.
10.0 / 10.0
A cosy little gem in the heart of Ely.
The cottage is beautifully done, we had everything we needed and the hosts , Tracey and Ashley were very considerate and perfect hosts. It was ideally situated to walk into Ely and see the Cathedral etc.
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Ely?
The average price for a rental in Ely is R 2,212 per night. This rental is R 922 above the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Willow Cottage - Central Ely. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Willow Cottage - Central Ely pet friendly?
Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Willow Cottage - Central Ely?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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