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Calm & Spacious Cottage in Barnes Village SW13, 30 Minutes from Downtown London

Riverside cottage with free breakfast, 8-minute walk to Thames River

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Nestled in a calm spot, this house offers a village feel in the heart of London. With easy transport links to central London and original features like the fireplace, it's perfect for families or groups. You can enjoy fully equipped kitchen and utility room with separate washer and dryer machines.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathrooms140 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Calm & Spacious Cottage in Barnes Village SW13, 30 Minutes from Downtown London

Luxurious and comfortable, come and enjoy London from our house. With a village feel in the city, the location has easy transport links to London Underground or Railway Services. A tube or train will take you to central London in just 20 minutes!

The house dates back to the early 1900s and it's 'boomerang' layout and unique spiral staircase give it a special look and added space - great for kids and adults alike. It retains some original features, such as the fireplace. It is conveniently tucked away down Castelnau row footpath and is the biggest of 7 cottages, in this very calm spot. The house sleeps 5 adults comfortably.

The kitchen is fully equipped with everything required to do some serious cooking if you're up for it! There is also a utility room with separate washer and dryer machines for laundry.

There are a couple of great cafes within 2 minutes walking distance of the house: Sips & Bites (Italian) and Spoonful (French). There is also a greengrocer and natural foods merchant on the same row of shops. I highly recommend PostBox Indian restaurant and The Bridge pub.

In Barnes village, there are many restaurants to choose from. Don't miss the Olympic Cafe and Cinema, and Rick Stein fish restaurant, a little further up in Sheen.

Barnes is a very coveted area in SW London, there is a large amount of nature accessible nearby - the river Thames (3 minutes walk), the Leg-O-Mutton nature reserve (3 minutes walk), Barnes Common and Barnes Pond (5 minutes bus ride) and the London Wetlands Centre (www.wwt.org.uk) a wetlands reserve for wildfowl and birds (5 minutes bus ride or 20 minutes walk). On the subject of nature, the house is only 15 minutes drive away from Royal Kew Gardens (www.kew.org), a must for any lover of plants!

For those looking to do shopping, the Wesfield shopping centre is just North of Hammersmith on the other side of the river Thames (www.westfield.com). There are also world famous museums located nearby in South Kensington: The Natural History Museum (www.nhm.ac.uk), The Science Museum (www.sciencemuseum.org.uk) and The Victoria and Albert Museum (www.vam.ac.uk).


Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Free breakfast available
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Unit size: 1,507 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 23

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

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

About the area

Located on a river, this cottage is in Barnes, a neighbourhood in London. Natural History Museum and Royal Albert Hall are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include London Eye and Madame Tussauds Wax Museum. Check out an event or a game at Stamford Bridge Stadium, and consider making time for ZSL London Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our London travel guide
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What's nearby

  • London which includes a river or creek, a city and street scenes
    Thames River
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Thames Path
    Thames Path
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Kensington High Street showing street scenes and heritage architecture
    Kensington High Street
    12 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Eventim Apollo
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • London Wetland Centre
    15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Barnes Station
    3 min drive
  • Hammersmith Station
    15 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR)
    36 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Blue Boat
    14 min walk
  • eat TOKYO
    16 min walk
  • The River Café
    18 min walk
  • The Chancellors
    12 min walk
  • The Dove
    15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Calm & Spacious Cottage in Barnes Village SW13, 30 Minutes from Downtown London pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Calm & Spacious Cottage in Barnes Village SW13, 30 Minutes from Downtown London?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Calm & Spacious Cottage in Barnes Village SW13, 30 Minutes from Downtown London?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Calm & Spacious Cottage in Barnes Village SW13, 30 Minutes from Downtown London?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Calm & Spacious Cottage in Barnes Village SW13, 30 Minutes from Downtown London located?

Located in Barnes, this cottage is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Thames River and within 3 miles (5 km) of Kensington High Street and Natural History Museum. Eventim Apollo and Olympia Events are also within 2 miles (3 km). Hammersmith Station is 15 minutes by foot and Ravenscourt Park Underground Station is 19 minutes.

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Calm & Spacious Cottage in Barnes Village SW13, 30 Minutes from Downtown London Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 94 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 94 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 94 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 94 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 94 reviews

9.2

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shelley B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was perfect! The breakfast was an extra bonus that really made the house feel like home. Thank you so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Property!

This was a great stay near Richmond, close enough to the tube, quiet, and awesome pubs and coffee shops less than a five minute walk away.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay in Barnes apartment

A very spacious apartment in a great location. Just a short 20min walk to the Hammersmith tube station as well as lots of shops and eating places. Kitchen was well equipped and beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Grace W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location and Nice Host

The living area is lovely and overall it was a comfortable stay. The towels/linens could do with replacement and the place could use a nice dusting to remove cobwebs, but it was generally good.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and helpful owner

Lovely house Our family loved the location and we were very grateful to the owner for being so helpful. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaime H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed our time

Nice little house in easy walking distance to the underground. Convenient grocery store. Comfy beds. Great communication with the host.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent, Relaxing City Cottage and Adjoining Neighborhood

Great stay, great property. Although the property is not in central London, getting there was a breeze by way of the Hammersmith underground station.
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Host and Place

The host Farid, is probably the best communicator and helpful person you will find. The place is tucked away and quiet. It has good access to get into central London an the local area of Barns and Hammersmith has lots to do and some great bars and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

London Visit

The house and location was great. Our only issue was the second bedroom had no closet or storage place.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natai J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location, great host

Warm house (essential in the middle of a London storm!), quiet, amazing location, great walking access to Hammersmith station over the bridge and along the Thames tow path. Make sure you read the hosts instructions for access, it is tucked away. Perfect for our group of 3. Host was very responsive and accommodating, very much appreciated.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kurt B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet, clam stay

The property was very well-maintained and taken care of. It is quiet and away from noise. We enjoyed our stay. There would return is coming back to London.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Jörg S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice cottage

Very pleasant and quick contact. Beautiful house in a very central location, which is a bit old. Thanks Farid!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Timothy d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Visiting Mum & Dad

Perfect location and comfortable flat with plenty of room. Could have done with an extra fan for the spare room.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

London Visit

House was perfect for four people. Quiet neighborhood with a short ride into London. A number of pubs and restaurants within walking distance. Only thing needed is some outlets in the bathrooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comforts of home

What a great location for families and for anyone who wants a quite stay. Being so close to the Hammersmith bridge was perfect. I will definitely be coming back. The owner was always easy to contact which was very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

We loved this place. There is plenty of room for a small group to sleep and a dining room table and living room where they can gather to eat, talk or play games. Its also a great spot to stay in London without being in the busy center of the city. Easily within walking distance to buses or the tube.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location

This was the perfect location to catch the Tube into the City or a match at Craven Cottage. Living area was spacious and great for a family with teens. Would return in a heartbeat!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neal H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful house in Barnes

This is a wonderful place to stay. It is very clean. The beds are comfortable. There is great water pressure and plenty of hot water. The house is remarkably spacious and is decorated very tastefully. The owner was quick to respond to any questions we had. There is easy access to shopping and transportation nearby. Great choice for a London visit
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dusty A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Location

We spent four nights at the property and enjoyed the location and accommodations. The hosts were responsive and kind. The location could not be beat. We wanted to be close to the city, but far enough away to feel like we are in a cozy neighborhood. We particularly enjoyed the cozy bed in the master bedroom. Thank you for a lovely start to our vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jens K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Well equipped house and great host

We stayed here for a week and were able to explore the city well from Farid's house. With our questions or problems, the host was always easy to reach and was able to help quickly. The house is in a quiet area. It's all a bit older, charming and well furnished.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious and Quiet Home Away From Home

This spacious and comfortable home was in a quiet neighborhood. We enjoyed our daily stroll across the Hammersmith bridge to the tube station. The host was very helpful and prompt with his replies to my messages. His tips for getting around London and to-and-from Heathrow were excellent. This first time visitor to London was most appreciative!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

brendan o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely flat in London

Extremely well maintained flat in London. Near to Hammersmith tube station. Flat was clean and the beds were extremely comfortable. Owner was quick to respond and very helpful!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Christopher L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First trip to London

For a first trip to London and a first trip staying in a Vrbo, this was absolutely wonderful. Farid the property owner was super helpful with the entire process. We were able to check in a little bit early when our flight got in before we were expecting and he was very gracious with the checkout process as well. Ease of access to City center wasn't great, the 15-minute walk across the pedestrian bridge into Hammersmith to catch the tube wasn't always ideal, but at no point did we feel unsafe or hindered by the process. All in all, I highly recommend and would absolutely stay with them again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Prime location

Excellent location for walking, shopping and public transportation. The neighborhood is safe and quiet. The home was spacious enough for my wife and two teenagers. Everything we needed was provided. And the owner was in contact with us regarding our needs for a comfortable stay. We highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Perfect Quiet Getaway

Arrived late on Cgristmas Eve after a challenging day of train travel to find an unbelievably spacious flat with food in the fridge for breakfast. Farid was very kind and responsive and we loved the neighborhood- just a short walk to the Thames, with markets and restaurants just around the corner. Couldn't have been a better stay. Thanks!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023