Waterside is a charming 100-year-old detached cottage that offers a fun and memorable stay, perfect for guests who enjoy relaxing while watching boats drift by. Available for short breaks throughout the year—excluding bank holiday weeks—the property provides a unique holiday experience.
Set within a working boatyard, Waterside is ideal for families looking for something a little different, with boats regularly coming and going throughout the day. It is located just a 20-minute walk from a selection of shops, pubs and restaurants, and 25 minutes from a leisure centre. Positioned on the edge of the Chiltern Hills, the cottage is also within easy reach of numerous National Trust properties, historic sites and local attractions. A list of local day boats available for hire can also be provided.
Accommodation
Waterside features a cosy lounge with oak beams and a log-burning stove, a conservatory, terrace and a well-equipped farmhouse-style kitchen. The property offers six bedrooms and three bathrooms, making it ideal for larger groups or families.
Bedrooms
The cottage includes:
1 kingsize bedroom with en-suite
1 double bedroom
3 twin bedrooms
1 single bedroom
Duvets, linen and a selection of towels are included. A travel cot is also provided.
The main lounge features a log-burning stove, wooden beams, French doors leading to the conservatory, a TV and DVD player. A small attic lounge, suitable for up to three people, is also available and includes a TV and DVD player.
Dining & Kitchen
The dining room includes a high chair for families with young children.
The farmhouse-style kitchen is well equipped with:
Gas cooker
Microwave
Fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Bathrooms
The property has three bathrooms:
Bathroom 1 (downstairs, en-suite): WC, two basins, bidet, shower, washing machine and tumble dryer
Bathroom 2: WC, basin and shower over bath
Bathroom 3: WC, basin and shower
Outdoor Space
Guests can enjoy:
Large boatyard grounds
Small, private back garden with barbecue and picnic bench
Front terrace with table and chairs
There is parking for up to four cars directly outside the cottage, with additional parking available in the car park.
Services
Full gas heating and electricity included
Log-burning stove (logs available at £8 per basket; guests are asked not to bring their own due to size suitability)
Access to canal frontage (children must be supervised)
Guests may bring their own canoe or dinghy; no licence is required if they are members of the British Canoe Union
Buoyancy aids available
Fishing permitted with a national rod licence (local day tickets £3; no fishing at the boatyard)
Nearby Attractions
Waterside is within easy reach of a wide range of popular attractions, including:
Milton Keynes & Whipsnade Zoo – 8 miles
Woburn Abbey & Safari Park – 5 miles
Stoke Bruerne & The Waterways Museum – 20 miles
Aylesbury, Bedford and Hemel Hempstead – within 20 miles
Chiltern Hills, Ridgeway Walk & Tring Reservoirs – 6 miles
This unique and character-filled property offers a wonderful base for exploring the local area or simply enjoying boatyard life in a peaceful, scenic setting.
For more information please visit our website:
https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/bedfordshire/7043
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