River Nene Cottages

Mill House, 1 Mill Lane, Peterborough, Water Newton, PE8 6LY, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.8/10! <small>(score from <b>33</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
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River Nene Cottages

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Scored 9.8
9.8
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
33 reviews
  • Houses
  • Kitchen
  • River view
  • Garden
  • Swimming Pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Free parking

Offering an outdoor pool, River Nene Cottages is set in Water Newton. Peterborough is 8 km away. Free WiFi is offered and free private parking is available on site. All units feature a seating and dining area. A flat-screen TV and Blu-ray player are available in all units. All units include a kitchen equipped with a dishwasher and oven. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also provided, as well as a kettle. There is a private bathroom with a hairdryer in every unit. Bed linen is available. Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including cycling, fishing and hiking. Bedford is 48 km from River Nene Cottages, while Stamford is 13 km from the property. The nearest airport is East Midlands Airport, 71 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 double bed
1 double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.8
Location
9.8
High score for Water Newton
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Teresa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Beautiful location and cottage was very comfortable and had everything we needed. Great country walks on your doorstep.”
  • Lauren
    Guernsey Guernsey
    “Beautiful property, very well kept and excellent location for us.”
  • Sally
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Tranquil setting and conveniently located. Loved having a pool to use too.”
Quality rating
This property is rated 4 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Hosted by Philip Robinson

10
10
Host review score
Host review score
Philip Robinson
The original stone barn was built in 1805 and was derelict until the late 1980's when the then owners, renovated them to create the cottages we have today. We acquired them in 2016, then stripped out and updated the kitchens and bathrooms then launched them as recently as mid February 2016. They are located opposite our main house so we are available to guests to help resolve any issues or questions you may have.
My partner and I moved out from London after 15 years to start our next 'Life Phase' of setting our retirement up, some 15 years in advance. We bought the main house to which these three cottages belong, some 4 years ago, and having only recently acquiring the cottages as late as 2016. Originally, we are from Zimbabwe having moved over to the UK (London) in 1999.
Water Newton is a small riverside village with about 40 houses therein. We a predominantly a 'stone village' with an operating C11th church situated alongside The River Nene; one of only a handful of riverside churches in the UK. Water Newton is famous for the discovery of Roman treasure in one of the fields within the village (''The Water Newton Treasure'', now in The British Museum), where once there existed a large Roman settlement called ''Durobrivae''. The village is on the River Nene and as such there are many boats that pass through the village. Additionally, we have a lock near the cottages where people often picnic and watch the boats pass through. Water Newton is surrounded by farmland, wetlands (lots of bird watching including all the usual water fowl) and good public (Roman way) foot-paths for the kene walker. Nearby, within a 30 minute walk along the river, is The Nene Valley (steam) Railway for those steam enthusiasts; it operates throughout the year. As we are on the edge of The Fenns, you can experience big vistas, skies and sunsets.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of River Nene Cottages
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Valet parking
  • Accessible parking
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Blu-ray player
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Electric blankets
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • Private pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Common areas
  • Chapel/shrine
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Seasonal
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas
Wellness
  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Spa and wellness centre
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
Activities
  • Bingo
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Archery
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Temporary art galleries
    Off-site
  • Water park
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Water sport facilities on site
  • Mini golf
    Additional charge
  • Squash
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Horse riding
    Off-site
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Outdoor & View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • River view
  • Pool view
  • Garden view
  • View
Building characteristics
  • Private apartment in building
  • Semi-detached
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
    Additional charge
  • Express check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Miscellaneous
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules
River Nene Cottages takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 21:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of £125 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardMaestroUnionPay credit cardCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 08:00.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform River Nene Cottages in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 08:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

A damage deposit of £125 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about River Nene Cottages

  • Yes, there is a private pool. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at River Nene Cottages on this page.

  • Check-in at River Nene Cottages is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Yes, River Nene Cottages is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at River Nene Cottages (subject to availability). These have:

    • 1 bedroom
    • 2 bedrooms

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at River Nene Cottages on this page.

  • River Nene Cottages is 250 yards from the centre of Water Newton. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at River Nene Cottages (subject to availability). These can accommodate:

    • 2 guests
    • 4 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • River Nene Cottages offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Mini golf
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Squash
    • Water park
    • Walking tours
    • Horse riding
    • Water sport facilities on site
    • Swimming Pool
    • Archery
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Bike tours
    • Bingo

  • The prices at River Nene Cottages may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.