Magdalen Cottage, 109 Marsh Benham, Newbury, Newbury, RG20 8LY, United Kingdom
#1 of 11 Holiday rentals in Newbury
Guests' ChoiceBased on 49 apartment reviews
9.4Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.6
Location
9.6
Facilities
9.3
Staff
9.6
Value for money
9.7
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Reviewed: 28 March 2024
Helen
United KingdomN/A
Beautiful location - rural and quiet. A lovely pub/restaurant ( The Red House) within walking distance. The studio was beautifully decorated. It was very clean, and it was warm on a chilly, wet March day. Facilities exactly as described.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 20 March 2024
Ally
United KingdomN/a
The location, the room & the surroundings. Everything was wonderful
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 29 November 2023
Angela
United KingdomEverything was fine for my however no TV so if that’s what you want bring an iPad with you. Never bothered me though.
Very comfortable and homely, very welcoming on my arrival and after a long drive the room was warm and cosy.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 20 November 2023
David
United KingdomTiny sign outside, which was very difficult to see in the wet and in the dark. A mirror in the room would be helpful to allow 2 people to get ready at the same time. There was a window from the shower room to the bedroom. The lamp in the shower / toilet shone right through this window onto the face of person sleeping in the bed, whilst the other visited the toilet hence waking one’s partner.
The location was excellent for us It had a fridge
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 11 November 2023
Daniela
GermanyIt would be good to have a manual for the heating in the room and bathroom. Unfortunately, for me it was trial and error, but I generell struggle with the different heating systems in the UK.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 2 November 2023
Leslie
United KingdomN/A
N/A
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 18 October 2023
Ron
United KingdomHaving no TV The parking was lets say tight but manageable :)
A lovely host very welcoming it was a relaxing stay, unfortunately no TV which lost it a couple of marks internet was good even though booking site said NO INTERNET Restful sleep and out in good time Oh and I left a beer behind in the fridge :(
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 8 October 2023
Colin
United KingdomGreat location, lovely views from the garden..
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 8 October 2023
Tanesia
United KingdomNothing!
My husband and I stayed at this property for 1 night only as we were attending a wedding 10minutes from the property. As soon as we parked our car and entered, we were delighted to find a very; clean, spacious, well kept, beautiful property with lovely views. Our host was super helpful and friendly as well as attentive, seen as though our plans of arrival kept changing on the day. We would highly recommend this place to anyone and if ever we were to come back, we would stay here in a heartbeat! 1 night was not enough! Thank you!
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 3 October 2023
Jose
United KingdomThe location was so quiet and peaceful and only a few minutes walk from an excellent pub. I have mobility problems and the property was perfeect for me. Everything was very tasteful and good quality. We will definitely be back. A small microwave would be a very useful addition. Thank you Helena for a perfect stay Jose and Tony September 2023
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 24 September 2023
Jackie
United KingdomWe liked everything
Quiet location- lovely pub nearby and perfect to walk along canal to Newbury and to Kintbury village The room was perfect for a 2 night stay
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 21 September 2023
Paula
United KingdomPeaceful countryside location. Warm and friendly welcome. One comfortable night en route to our home. Lovely way to finish our holiday!
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 14 September 2023
Richard
United KingdomCouldn’t fault it based on my requirements
Helena provided great communication all the way through which was perfect.Great location in small village near wonderful pub. Room suited my needs exactly with a comfortable bed, great shower and tea/coffee facilities. The aspect out on to the garden was perfect to wake up to as well!
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 4 September 2023
David
United KingdomMet by Helena when I arrived .Most welcoming
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 28 August 2023
Anne
United KingdomNothing! Its a lovely little place. Ideal as a get away from it all.
The studio is in a lovely area, just a few houses and a pub. There is a very comfortable bed, a small table and chairs and a kitchen sink, kettle, fridge and toaster. The bathroom has a rainfall shower and a hand held one, very clean. There is a small private patio area which is lovely for a morning cuppa or evening drink. Great views. The Red House pub does very good food and is only a couple of doors down.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 13 August 2023
Susanna
United KingdomVery comfortable bed, lovely host who provided a little stove and also a map, very peaceful, lovely outlook into the garden, great pub 100 metres down the road.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 24 July 2023
Mark
United KingdomNothing major Would have liked a settee and a television
All was fantastic Bed very comfortable View great Very large shower Excellent value for money
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 18 July 2023
Joanne
United KingdomIt was quite and a very comfortable bed
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 7 July 2023
Gary
United KingdomLovely setting
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 2 July 2023
Robert
GermanyEverything was fine.
The location is great outside of Newbury close to a fabulous pub. Very relaxing place to spend a few days.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 12 June 2023
Brown
United KingdomThere was nothing to dislike
Very quiet and tranquil and great view across the fields. Also there is a lovely pub just down the road which serves lovely food and beers
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 20 May 2023
Alison
United Kingdomnothing
A delightfully peaceful rural property.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 23 April 2023
Steve
United KingdomOn arrival we were presented with a building site as owner’s property was undergoing construction. Fair enough, it didn’t impact us exactly but it would have been nice to have been told beforehand so we were prepared for first impressions! Owner was away but thankfully the builders helped us find where to pick up key and Angela was very helpful. A few minor issues… no hairdryer and if there had been one, no where to plug it in near a mirror. Shower had very low pressure and the smaller shower head not working. although nice they’d been provided, not a good idea for open product, such as the half filled cereal jars and open honey and marmalade jars. Maybe mini jars and sachets a more hygienic option. Outside was dirty and we could not sit on chairs as cushions left out in rain and were soaking wet.
Very comfortable and quiet location. The bed was lovely with great quality bedding. We slept very well here. Very short distance to local pub and easy walk into Newbury 3.5 miles from the apartment, along the canal and straight into Newbury.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 6 February 2023
Sarah
AustraliaThe outlook is as lovely as the photo shows. in warm weather, you could sit outside and watch sunsets. But I brought a comfy chair inside (with hosts’ help) to enjoy the sunshine in February. Everything you need - kettle, toaster, frig, sink plus hob or microwave if requested. Luxuriously comfy bed, great shower room, dining table, heating, parking. All with daffies and treats. A great week, quiet and private. Red House pub not 100 metres away for super food. Recommend both the pub and the lovely annex.
Stayed in February 2023
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