House in Ely, Cambridgeshire

Charming listed coach house by Ely Cathedral

Charming listed coach house by Ely Cathedral

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The Coach House
Exterior
Private kitchen
Exterior detail
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Overview of Charming listed coach house by Ely Cathedral

9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 5107 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Ely, Cambridgeshire
  • Popular LocationOliver Cromwell's House5 min walk
  • Popular LocationEly Cathedral6 min walk
  • Popular LocationWisbech12 min walk
  • AirportLondon (STN-Stansted)62 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Bathroom 5

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Charming listed coach house by Ely Cathedral

Imaginatively restored this delightful Coach House is full character and charm. Two minutes from Ely's historic cathedral, it is stands at the end of the owners secluded walled garden.
Functioning as a Coach House until the 1950's great attention has been paid to the conversion so that original details,such as stable paviors, latch doors, exposed beams and wood floors are much in evidence.
On the ground floor there is a kitchen with an old pine dresser decorated with an array of kitchenlia. Appliances include a fridge, electric cooker, microwave and toaster plus all the crockery, cutlery and utensils required. The cosy sitting/dining room has lots of books, digital TV and radio.
The bedrooms upstairs comprise - two doubles with Victorian brass and cast iron beds, made up with interior sprung mattresses and crisp white linen. Originally the grain store the single is a very comfy cabin size room appealing to young and old alike. All rooms have an en suite with a half size bath with hand-held mixer taps. N.B. NO POWER SHOWERS


Location: Ely the historic cathedral city is only 12 miles from Cambridge and an ideal base for touring the Fens and East Anglia.
The city itself has several attractions in addition to the magnificent 1000 year old cathedral: Cromwell House where Oliver Cromwell lived with his family between 1636 - 1647, Ely Museum which is in the building that was once the Bishop's gaol, and finally the Stained Glass Musuem, There is also a delightful riverside area with a variety of pubs, eateries, teashops, art galleries and antique warehouse. Every Thursday and Saturday there is a market. Events and festivals include Ethelreda's Fair, Eel Day, Apple Festival and Ghost Tours
Within the hour there is the Ouse washes which attracts a wide variety of wildfowl and birds. Newmarket for its horse racing and several National Trust properties . .
There are excellent rail links to all parts of the country including Norwich, Peterborough, Leeds, Nottingham, Stansted Airport and Kings Cross London & St Pancras for Eurostar.

Property manager

Jenny Farndale
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Amenities

Kitchen
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

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

About the area

Ely

Located in Ely, this cottage is in the city centre. Oliver Cromwell's House and Ely Cathedral are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ely City Golf Club and Royal Worlington & Newmarket Golf Club. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Mildenhall Stadium or Newmarket Racecourse. Power boating and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.

What's nearby

  • Ely Museum - 4 min walk
  • Oliver Cromwell's House - 5 min walk
  • Ely Cathedral - 6 min walk
  • Wisbech - 12 min walk
  • Waterside Antiques Centre - 13 min walk

Getting around

  • Ely Station - 17 min walk
  • Cambridge (CBG) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • Market Kitchen Ely - 7 min walk
  • High Flyer - 7 min walk
  • The Townhouse Pub - 4 min walk
  • West End House - 7 min walk
  • The Prince Albert - 7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming listed coach house by Ely Cathedral pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming listed coach house by Ely Cathedral?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming listed coach house by Ely Cathedral?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Charming listed coach house by Ely Cathedral located?

Located in the heart of Ely, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Ely Museum, Oliver Cromwell's House and Ely Cathedral. Wisbech and Babylon Gallery are also within 15 minutes. Ely Station is 17 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unusual but fascinating!
Delightful hosts who gave us a warm welcome to this rather unusual, but fascinating, property. Surrounded by an eclectic mix of equine antiquities from the old coach house and a library to suit all tastes, one was fully entertained! A very enjoyable stay in this lovely city.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heidi K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A charming property
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this quaint and charming former coach house. It was very near the cathedral and town centre of Ely, which was ideal since one of our party is elderly. Jenny and Robin were very helpful and the chocolate cake was a lovely, welcoming touch. We would definitely like to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Glenn F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an excellent stay and thoroughly enjoyed the accomodation. We'd definitely recommend it.
The property was a brilliantly converted coach-house. It had a marvelous library of books, the bedrooms were very comfortable and convenient, the cooking facilities just right. Its location was very near the cathedral and High Street which made visiting and food shopping easy. There were useful guides to eating places and places of interest. We visited Oliver Cromwell's House at a time when expert re-enactors were part of the experience. Jenny and her husband were extremely helpful settling us in and made us feel very welcome. We would not hesitate to book this accommodation if we return to Ely in the future . Top drawer!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy M.

A lovely cottage in a superb location
Cathedral Lodge is a quirky delight, combining the pleasures of a 'country' cottage with easy access to the heart of the city and, most importantly very close to the glorious Ely Cathedral. The house is compact but equipped to a high standard with comfortable beds (with good linen), very good lighting - unusual in my experience of holiday homes - and mirrors in all the right places for doing make-up and shaving for the. I must also mention the extensive library of books to suit all tastes and interests. A bibliophile would probably not want to leave the house! Access to the garden was a real bonus as we were blessed with the Easter heat-wave. Our hosts Jenny and Robin were delightful and we could not have wished for a better place to stay. My disabled sister was able to navigate the cobbles and gravel paths without difficulty and we both felt that we had been very fortunate to find such a lovely place. We would certainly recommend Cathedral Lodge and hope to return some time. Thank you, Jenny and Robin! Dorothy May
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Quirky comfort
An unusual house with all that we needed for a weekend stay. Hosts very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

About the host

Hosted by Jenny Farndale

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Your hosts are Jenny & Robin Farndale. Semi-retired they came to Ely in 1995. They both have a great interest in history and architecture. Over the years they have enjoyed finding suitable pictures and ephemera to decorate the Coach House.

Why they chose this property

An historic building uniquely furnished in a quintessential English style. It is centrally located, has parking, and is walking distance from a wide choice of restaurants, pubs, tea & coffee houses, one of the UK's best bookshops and a host of other shops.

What makes this property unique

Only a matter of yards from the 900 year old medieval Ely cathedral famous for its 'Octagon Tower'. Historic town house C1850 with walled garden.
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