We stayed in the Garden Cottage - a party of 4 adults and 1 small dog - who loved the small, patio garden. The cottage is comfortable and well supplied with the basic necessities that you need on arrival. It is located in a peaceful cul-de-sac and conveniently situated for public transportation links to Hampton Court Palace and the City of London. Val, the owner was extremely helpful at all times and provided us with excellent information on how best to travel into London. Following her advice we walked (about 8 mins) from the cottage to St. Margaret's station, caught the above ground train to Waterloo, then a quick and easy change to the Bakerloo line into Piccadilly.Total travel time from cottage - 45-50 mins. Upon departure from the cottage, Val followed up with us regarding our stay and promptly returned our security deposit. This is the mark of a very good hostess! And thank you to Freddie for checking us in on the Sunday.

We thoroughly enjoyed our week's stay in this lovely cottage. It is in a delightful location in a quiet cul-de-sac with the river walk and parks close by. There is a local bus stop at the top of the road and St Margarets train station is within easy walking distance.

The description of the cottage was quite accurate. It was very comfortable & provided me with a good base & also allowed me plenty of opportunity to entertain my two children & grandchildren who have moved to England from Australia. I also brought my daughter & another grandchild & all amenities required for a baby were provided including a stair barrier. The location to transport was excellent & the streetscape delightful. We hired a car which wasn't necessary as buses to the airport & Hampton Court were nearby as was St Margaret's station. Restaurants were plentiful nearby so it all made for an easy stay. The owner is a great communicator & was in touch via text to ensure we were happy. Excellent.

Lovely compact cottage, beautifully presented, cosy and warm and such a peaceful area. Great riverside walks, so handy for Richmond and Twickenham stadium. The owner, Val is very helpful and easy to contact and arrange things with. We had a super stay and can recommend it to anyone, we usually stay in a hotel in Richmond and this was so much nicer we could really chill and relax with our 2 daughters

Our group of 4 had stayed here last year and we were pleased to be able to come again this summer. The cottage is absolutely delightful: it is quite compact but has everything you could want to feel totally at home. It benefits from being in a quiet cul-de-sac with no through traffic. It was especially lovely to sit out in the very private garden either to eat or just to enjoy the beautiful surroundings.Large parks and the river are close by. We regularly used the foot-ferry to get to the other side of the river too. There are lots of useful and interesting shops and a railway station just a few minutes walk away in St. Margarets. Larger shops are fairly close by in Twickenham (a relatively short walk along the river) and Richmond. There are really good transport links to other areas, central London, and Heathrow.As before, Val was incredibly helpful and welcoming. I'm hoping that the annual event we attend will be in the same area again next year so that we can pay yet another visit to our favourite London holiday home.

Our group of 4 had stayed here last year and we were pleased to be able to come again this summer. The cottage is absolutely delightful: it is quite compact but has everything you could want to feel totally at home. It benefits from being in a quiet cul-de-sac with no through traffic. It was especially lovely to sit out in the very private garden either to eat or just to enjoy the beautiful surroundings. Large parks and the river are close by. We regularly used the foot-ferry to get to the other side of the river too. There are lots of useful and interesting shops and a railway station just a few minutes walk away in St. Margarets. Larger shops are fairly close by in Twickenham (a relatively short walk along the river) and Richmond. There are really good transport links to other areas, central London, and Heathrow. As before, Val was incredibly helpful and welcoming. I'm hoping that the annual event we attend will be in the same area again next year so that we can pay yet another visit to our favourite London holiday home.

Over the course of a couple of months earlier this year, my husband rented this cottage on and off as a base for work when he was up in town. We then visited at the weekends whenever we could. It was a heavenly, charming place that we immediately fell in love with. Its location is perfect. Hidden away down a no through road, beside the park and just around the corner from the river - you would have no idea that you were so close to the city. The parrots were incredible too. Loads of them in the trees above the cottage!We spent many happy hours in Marble Hill Park and wandering along the river towards Twickenham or Richmond and stopping off at the White Swan on the way.There is a bus stop at the top of the road which takes you into Richmond in a few minutes and also parking both on Montpelier Row over night or at the top on Richmond Road where you can park all day very reasonably.The house itself was perfect. It was very well kept and equipped and always had great linen and towels. We also loved opening the french windows onto the garden which you could sit in and feel really away from it all.Finally, the owner Val is totally accommodating and was very kind at all times. She was a delight to deal with.We hope to stay again when ever we need to be up in London again in the future.

Over the course of a couple of months earlier this year, my husband rented this cottage on and off as a base for work when he was up in town. We then visited at the weekends whenever we could. It was a heavenly, charming place that we immediately fell in love with. Its location is perfect. Hidden away down a no through road, beside the park and just around the corner from the river - you would have no idea that you were so close to the city. The parrots were incredible too. Loads of them in the trees above the cottage! We spent many happy hours in Marble Hill Park and wandering along the river towards Twickenham or Richmond and stopping off at the White Swan on the way. There is a bus stop at the top of the road which takes you into Richmond in a few minutes and also parking both on Montpelier Row over night or at the top on Richmond Road where you can park all day very reasonably. The house itself was perfect. It was very well kept and equipped and always had great linen and towels. We also loved opening the french windows onto the garden which you could sit in and feel really away from it all. Finally, the owner Val is totally accommodating and was very kind at all times. She was a delight to deal with. We hope to stay again when ever we need to be up in London again in the future.

Wonderful garden cottage situated in a quiet and attractive 'no-through road' residential street. Beside Marble Hill Park and very close to the Thames tow path....so endless available and interesting walks. Very good bus service just at the end of the street and a pleasant walk to both St Margarets and Richmond. Good pubs and restaurants scattered about the close neighbourhood. Cottage was immaculate and provided just everything you could want from large fluffy towels to a vast range of kitchen utensils etc. Attached garden was marvellous as french doors opened onto it which brought the outside in and made it so relaxed. The odd squirrel appeared too! A wonderfully character filled abode and one which we'd loved to return to one day. Sally & Neil, Auckland, N.Z.

Meine Familie (mein Lebensgefährte und unser 13jähriger Sohn) und ich haben das Häuschen sofort ins Herz geschlossen. Es bietet eine hübsche und zweckmäßige Einrichtung und harmonische Raummaße; die beiden Schlafzimmer sind gemütlich, die Betten bequem. Alles ist wunderbar sauber und geordnet. Man merkt auch nicht, dass es sich um eine Doppelhaushälfte handelt; die Wände sind gut gedämmt, überhaupt nicht hellhörig. Der Höhepunkt ist der schöne Garten und die wunderbare Umgebung. Wer Parks und Ruhe liebt kommt voll auf seine Kosten: Marble Hill und all´die anderen Parks in der unmittelbaren Umgebung; außerdem Hampton Court und Kew Gardens um die Ecke. Zur Bahnstation St. Margarets geht´s zu Fuß in 10 Minuten durch die netten Straßen von Richmond. Die Zugfahrt nach Waterloo Station dauert 30 Minuten. Das kling vielleicht etwas lange. Aber wir waren abends immer wieder froh, der Hektik und den Menschenmengen der Großstadt Londons zu entkommen, Der Kontakt zu Val per e-mail auf Englisch klappt wunderbar. Sie geht auf jede Frage ein und hat auch das Parkproblem in der Montpellier Row wohlwollend gelöst. Für jeden, der nicht mittendrin, aber trotzdem in London Urlaub machen möchte, das ideale Quartier. Ich würde es jederzeit wieder buchen.

We spent a short break in this very nice property in January of this year, specifically to shop the last of the London sales and see a West End show. We had a very enjoyable time and were most impressed with the classy location, which was also extremely quiet. The cottage was cosy and warm and excellent for transport. We loved our stay so much that we made a return visit a couple of months ago, the weather by then was warm enough to have lunch in the beautiful garden. The River Thames between Richmond and Twickenham is lovely, with lots of interesting places to visit and we loved it!

No surprises, exactly as presented, spotless, with absolutely everything in order. The location, character, and amenities were all as billed and everything we required. If you're interested in immersing yourself in with the locals then I absolutely recommend this property without reservation. Val was relaxed to deal with and made the process of booking simplicity itself. We'll definitely be back.

We - a family of four, two teenaged children - wanted a quiet place away from the hubbub of downtown London, but close enough to be able to get into town easily. We knew Twickenham from having lived there in the mid-90's (before kids!). The cottage was exactly as advertised - and thoroughly wonderful. Quiet, clean, well appointed with everything we needed...and the owner, Val, was absolutely accommodating on everything we needed. The kitchen was great and appointed with everything we needed. The big, fluffy towels were a big thing for my daughters. Plenty of hot water, washing machine, iron...everything we needed. The location is wonderful...if you get tired of London there is more than enough to do in Richmond and Kew. You could spend a whole day just strolling through Marble Hill Park right behind the cottage, walking along the Thames and hitting a pub or two. Many good restaurants in Richmond...only a 15 minute walk or 5 minute bus ride away. And Hampton Court and Bushy Park are nearby as well. All in all a great stay - comfortable, clean, bright and airy. Highly recommended ...and when we return to England we'll stay there again!

Myself, my wife and our daughters aged 10 and 12 very much enjoyed our stay in this charming property during November. For us the location was perfect, the street was very quiet with no traffic noise. The property was adjacent to a nice park and the river Thames, yet was close to shops and restaurants and the amenities of both St. Margaret's and Richmond. Also, it was very easy to catch the train into London to visit all the famous sites. The cottage is not large, but was just perfect for a family of four and the garden was a bonus. There was plenty of information about places to visit, but we would definitely recommend a visit to Hampton Court Palace, as the kids particularly enjoyed exploring the maze and also Windsor Castle, which we found was easy to do by the train from Richmond. The White Swan on the riverbank is also a must, nice setting for lunch or just a drink.

Loved the location, very smart, the hub without the hubbub! Easy access to Central London, but loads to do locally and especially liked Kew Gardens. Very nice property with everything needed for a holiday stay, including a private garden. Also, a good selection of books, DVDs’ and games and the cupboards had basic essentials such as tea, coffee and sugar, as well soap powder and dishwasher tablets etc. We were made to feel very welcome in this home away from home. A success!

We stayed at this cosy cottage in September and will surely recommend it to all our friends and family. The cottage is well equipped and very clean and description accurate. Situated in a lovely area close to Twickenham and Richmond with many good restaurants and shops. Our host , Val was also very accommodating and efficient . Ariza Malaysia.

Four of us were attending an event across the river in Richmond, and were delighted to find this super little cottage. It's in a beautiful and peaceful spot right next to Marble Hill Park. Even though our visit was during the hottest week of the summer, the cottage was cool enough with the sash windows open top and bottom. As it's at the end of a cul-de-sac then there was no traffic noise to keep us awake. The cottage is compact - the twin bedroom may feel a little small for 2 larger than average people - but was just fine for us (4 average sized adults). The garden is very private and shaded in the morning and early afternoon - a delightful place to have breakfast and lunch and a friendly robin was a regular visitor. We were out and about so much enjoying the wonderful weather and the nearby parks that we didn't have time to use the large selection of games, DVDs, or books. There's a great selection of shops and cafes only a few minutes walk away in St Margarets. An excellent butcher, large greengrocer, wholefood shop and french bakery were our particular favourites. There are lovely walks along the river to both Twickenham and Richmond, and the foot ferry to Ham House was really handy. Val was incredibly helpful and welcoming and we are all looking forward to a return trip next year.

Cosy, well maintained, lovely. We had the time of our lifes! Thank you for everything Val! Parking situation could be better (^^)

When we arrived from Germany we fall immediately in love with this cosy cottage at the end of the Montpelier Row next to Marble Hill Park. Great location as described! The house is just 100 m from the next bus station with frequent buses and very good connection to London, Windsor, and Oxford etc. via St. Margarets or Richmond Station. But you don’t need to go far, the beauty of nature is just around the corner and we enjoyed relaxing walks to the parks and along the river to Richmond and Twickenham. After a lively day at London, we enjoyed the calm privacy of the patio of the cottage. In case of rainy days there are plenty of books and DVDs. The internet access is essential and supported us to be connected with home (and business). We found helpful information collected in a folder in the cottage about our needs including recommendations of restaurants and shopping nearby. All essential facilities are provided and everything you need for the two weeks holidays is available. We received plenty of fresh towels and bed linen. The service and good understanding of any questions was excellent: fast response and very helpful suggestions regarding our sightseeing tours. Thank you, Val! We certainly recommend this cottage to our friends and we will consider strongly returning one day!

What an idyllic place this is! We came with our 2 teenage kids. You would never believe how quiet it is here, just like the countryside and no clue that you are actually in Greater London! Walk down to the Thames and past amazing stately homes and gardens. Walk into Richmond, a lovely town with nice shops and cafes. St Margaret's station is only 10 minutes' walk away for frequent trains into the City. So when you want the action and bright lights it is so easy. Would recommend getting Oyster cards which make all the trips super-cheap. The house itself is a cottage, quite compact but very charming and well-equipped. Val is very nice to deal with and has the perfect little gem of a place here! Thanks Val, we will certainly recommend your cottage to our friends.

We (2 adults and two boys aged 12) stayed for one week and had a very relaxing break. Great location and very pretty cottage, and most unusual for london a lovely garden. Especially good to have wifi. Look forward to returning - thank you Val for all the attention to detail!

This beautiful cottage located in one of the nicest areas in Richmond worked a treat for our week away. Val had everything ready for our arrival so all we had to do after a long day was to stick the kettle on and put our feet up. The areas was surrounded by lovely restaurants within a short walking distance. Richmond is about a 15 minute walk away with lovely views of the Thames and plenty of popular high street shops. St Margaret's station with trains running frequently provided the perfect mode of transport into London. We would recommend this holiday home for family holidays or even romantic couple getaways.

We (two adults and two children at the age of 11 and 13) had a wonderful week in the beautiful little cottage. The environment is perfect with the little garden of the house, marble hill park next to the house, nice houses in the surrounding and the feeling of safety day and night. The cottage is full-equipped with everything you need for a comfortable stay. Thames river is a five minutes, Richmond center with its nice houses and shops a ten minutes walk. London center is a 25 minutes trip by train from St. Margret`s station or by underground from Richmond station. We had relaxing week at a wonderful place.

We stayed here for 2 weeks 20July 2011 - 1 August 2011 at this wonderful Cottage so as to attend our Son's wedding at Kew Gardens. It truly is a fabulous location, 5 minutes walk to St Margarets Village and station, 10 minutes walk to Richmond. Well equipped, very clean, pretty courtyard which we used a lot for drinks and meals. Laundromat for drying clothes available at Richmond just before crossing the bridge on right hand side of road. Great walks, loved the local pubs and restaurants - would highly recommend this spot to all my friends. Well done!

I've been several times in London, but it was the best one. Really a lovely cottage in a quite place near my favorite London area (Richmond!!!)...with parks, thames paths, gardens...restaurants!! Also the owner is very kind and attentive! I'd like to come back here again. Thank you Val!!!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this lovely, well-presented cottage. It is situated on a very pretty, quiet street just round the corner from Marble Hill Park. The cottage itself is well presented with attractive decor and the kitchen is well equipped. The garden and outdoor dining area is a real bonus, particularly in London. Even with two young children we had enough space to be very comfortable. The owner was very friendly and made us feel most welcome. All in all, we were highly satisfied with the accommodation and spent a very enjoyable week.

We loved our stay in this cottage within walking distance of the lovely suburb of London -- Richmond. The site was perfect .. a beautiful park just over the back fence, the enormous Richmond Park just on the other side of the Thames, and all the activities along the Thames itself. Kew Gardens is also within walking distance. The cottage itself met all our needs ... down a quiet side street, which ensured a restful sleep, a fully equipped kitchen, charming little dining area and a comfortable sitting room. Best of all is the private garden patio just outside the French doors that line the dining room -- tables and chairs and a barbecue, along with lovely overhanging trees, flowers and vines. All in all, a perfect stay in one of the loveliest little spots in England. An added bonus is the friendly, thoughtlful, and very accommodating owner, Val Metherington. who is like a friend rather than a landlady!

I spent a week in this lovely cottage in February 2009, together with my husband, two children and a small baby. The cottage has all the necessary equipment for a comfortable stay, even with children. The garden is "pure luxury" in the London area and it is completely safe for children. Only disadvantage when traveling by car: it is not easy to find suitable and long-stay parking facilities. But it is possible, however. The environment is green and inviting thanks to the nearby park and mansion, the Thames and the quiet streets. Richmond is a lovely, yet interesting town with nice shops, tea rooms, restaurants and the underground to London. Val and Freddy were most charming and gave all the necessary information to make this stay perfect.

The cottage was clean and well presented. It is in a quiet street a short walk from the Thames. The bedrooms are a good size and have plenty of storage. The kitchen is small but had all the equipment and white goods we required during our stay. The ground floor bathroom has a good shower which is situated over a nice large bath.The garden is well maintained and is safe for children. The owners at all times were friendly and very helpful. We used the house as a centre for visits to London. It took approximately a hour to get to Leicester Square starting with a short walk to the nearest station at St Margarets. At the end of the road you can get buses to Richmond and Twickenham every 5-10 minutes. There are numerous places of interest virtually on your doorstep. We visited Hampton Court Palace, Kew Gardens and had lovely walks along the Thames to both Twickenham and Richmond. Richmond has many shops including a post office and many restaurants and is about 15 minutes away on the bus. You can also take the underground at Richmond station. The only quibble we had was a lack of a sizeable welcome pack. There were no details regarding local places of interest or local amentities. We would suggest a visitors book so guests can leave reviews of places such as restaurants etc. However the cottage was perfect for us and we had a great relaxing breaki. Many thanks to Val and Freddy.