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Manager: Miranda Hopkins
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Overview
Description
The Old Dairy is set in glorious open countryside on the Bedfordshire/Cambridgeshire border, providing luxury accommodation of 3 beds with 3 bathrooms. There is a private garden and a secluded hot-tub, located on an equestrian property/farm. Enjoy a relaxed Sunday as there is always late check out time at 4pm on a Sunday allowing guests to enjoy the full weekend. We are always try to be flexible with check-in and out times to help you make the most of your stayThe private garden is perfect for outside dining, relaxing and the hot-tub which is available all year round. We are in a very rural location with excellent walking, cycling & other activities close by. You’ll love it because of its beamed ceilings, fabulous kitchen in large open plan living area with log burner and doors opening onto the garden. There is a comfy snug to hide away if you want a bit of quiet to curl up with a book or if you want just switch on the TV and choose a film.
It is a great place for celebrating special occasions, whether it is a birthday or anniversary with family and friends and you want luxurious accommodation in a convenient location for different guests travelling from varying parts of the UK. We are about halfway between London and Birmingham – near both the A1 and M1 so good for guests coming from all directions.
The house is presented with beautiful linen, towels and toiletries from The White Company and the pantry is always well stocked as well as a generous welcome hamper for breakfast. There is late check out time at 4pm on a Sunday allowing guests to enjoy the full weekend. Our standard check in time is 2pm and check-out is 11am but we will always be flexible when we can and check out on Sunday and Bank Holidays is always 4pm.
The space
There is a fabulous open plan living space compromising kitchen, dining and living area with a wood-burner and TV under the high beamed ceiling. If you want a bit of chill time there is a snug where you can snuggle up with a book or watch TV away from the main living area. Downstairs there is a boot-room to leave all your muddy boots and coats with a downstairs WC.
All the bedroom suites have their own luxury bathrooms. The master suite is on the first floor with a Super-King bed and the other 1st floor bedroom suite, at the other end of the house, also has a Super-King bed that can be split into two single beds.
There is one bedroom suite on the ground floor with its own luxury bathroom with walk-in shower and freestanding bath.
All the bedrooms have their own desks. There is a gallery with a desk/workspace overlooking the main living area.
The house is eco-friendly as heating is powered by a ground source heat pump.
There is a hot-tub set on a private terrace available all year round. There is an additional £75 charge for this and it includes bathrobes and spa towels for all guests during their stay.
Things to do - We are set in a very rural location with lots of wonderful walks but there are also lots of activities all within 15 mins (by car) of the property in addition to the fabulous walks directly from the property (so no walking on the road). Locally there are activities such as high ropes, clay pigeon shooting and sailing at Grafham Water. Cambridge City is only 45 mins away - punting on the river through the historic city is a wonderful day out. There are many gastro pubs nearby and we provide lots of recommendations for both restaurants and activities. The nearest two pubs are just over a mile away so many guests walk there and leave a car so they can drive back!
It is perfect for working from ‘home’ as there is a desk in every bedroom and a workspace on the gallery all supported by super-fast broadband. Or turn off all the electronics and relax in the tranquility of the space or embrace the outside - jump on your bike, or pull on your walking shoes and enjoy the local bridleways and footpaths - you don't even have to go on a single road if you don't want to.
Accessibility
There is parking on gravel and the vehicles can park very close to the paved paths. There are no steps on the paved paths to the doors into the house. There is a single step-up into the house at all entrances, but then the ground floor is all on one level with no steps. On the ground floor there is a bedroom and bathroom with free standing bath and walk in shower, this works well for someone with limited mobility but unfortunately the internal doorways are not wide enough to accommodate a wheelchair. Please do not hesitate to get in touch if you would like more information, specific photos or measurements that would help you plan your stay.
Our Rates
£410 – Weekday nights Sunday – Thursday
£450 – Friday and Saturday
If you would like use of the hot-tub there is a charge of £75, this includes bathrobes and spa towels for all guests for your use during your stay.
Low season (January - March) there will be a deduction in rates please get in touch
A discount of 10% for 7 night stays - please get in touch to arrange.
We take 50% payment for the stay at time of booking to reserve the dates and then 50% two weeks prior to the date of check-in. If you need to cancel, a full refund is given up to the time the second payment falls due. If you would prefer to book through Airbnb I can provide a link, our rates remain the same but they will add an approx 17% service charge.
Payment can be made by BACS to our business bank account or if you want to use a credit card via PayPal but you would be charged for the PayPal fee which is approx. 3% on each payment.
House Rules
The house is for 6 guests plus babies and infants (under 2yrs) who can sleep in a travel cot.
We do not allow extra guests (whether adults or children) to sleep on extra mattresses or camp beds.
No extra guests permitted to visit without prior permission at the time of booking
Check in time is after 2pm
Check out time - check out on Sundays or Bank holiday Mondays is 4pm. On all other days it is 11am, but we always try to be as flexible as possible - this needs to be arranged in advance.
Smoking and vaping is ok in the enclosed garden but not inside the house or anywhere else on the farm.
No dogs (other than working dogs with prior permission) will be allowed as we are on a farm with young horses and other dogs.
Bedroom Details
Bedroom 1
1 x Super King Bed
Master bedroom suite
Bedroom 2
1 x Super King Bed
1 x Zip & Link Bed
second bedroom suite
Bedroom 3
1 x Double Bed
Downstairs bedrrom suite
17 Reviews
Leave ReviewNew Year stay - beautiful barn much nicer than the pictures!
By Afsar on 03-Jan-2026We stayed with a group of friends’ over new years and had a fantastic time. The barn is really beautiful and much nicer than the pictures - there was a huge Christmas tree and lights set up which just added to the charm. The barn was spotless, well supplied for cooking etc. and very comfortable. The hosts were super helpful and very friendly through our stay, without ever imposing. The hot tub was a lovely bonus! We would definitely recommend and can’t wait to plan our next stay there!
Even better than the pictures!
By Shabz on 10-Dec-2024We had a wonderful weekend at The Old Dairy as a group of 5 friends. It’s absolutely gorgeous and somehow even better than the pictures! Very large and spacious but still very homely. It’s been beautifully decorated and everything has been finished to a very high standard. We felt right at home as soon as we entered. Miranda is an amazing host and has thought of every little detail. The kitchen is extremely well equipped and was perfect for cooking a Christmas dinner. The Old Dairy is well stocked with all amenities so we needn’t worry had we forgotten anything. The surrounding area was beautiful and peaceful and it was lovely to watch the horses being ridden from the garden. Miranda was so friendly and always quick to respond, going above and beyond to offer us anything we may need. It was the perfect place for our group to celebrate Christmas together! I wouldn’t hesitate to book The Old Dairy again. The most amazing holiday rental I have ever stayed in with the best host! Thank you!
Amazing converted barn in such a peaceful location
By Yvonne on 05-Nov-2025Amazing converted barn in such a peaceful location. Beautifully furnished and has everything that you need for a restful stay with family and friends. Miranda is a lovely host. She was so friendly and helpful before and during our stay. Everything was as promised with a great kitchen fully stocked out with all you would ever need. We visited with my elderly parents who absolutely loved everything about the property.
A great place to stay
By Raenuka on 05-Dec-2025We had a great stay at Miranda’s Old Dairy holiday rental. She was very accommodating and helpful, and very quick to reply to messages. Her place was super clean and we made great use out of all the amenities, especially the hot tub! An excellent place to stay!
Absolutely Faultless
By Rebecca on 05-Oct-2025Our stay at Miranda’s place was absolutely faultless. The house is beautiful and after a long walk in the local area we enjoyed relaxing in the hot tub. The welcome hamper was a lovely touch. It was a real bonus that we could check out late as we maxed out our last day at the house with very leisurely day!
Truly a magical slice of heaven
By Grace on 05-Oct-2025Truly a magical slice of heaven - every detail has been thought of - Miranda is a wonderful host & I simply couldn’t recommend this beautiful home anymore. Thank you for a special trip!