About this property
The Kestrel is a well‑designed shepherds hut resting in the village of Lode, Cambridgeshire, offering a distinctive stay for couples looking to enjoy time away in a rural setting. Compact yet thoughtfully arranged, this single‑storey retreat blends indoor convenience with generous outdoor features, making it well suited to a relaxed break with a four‑legged companion.
Inside, the open‑plan living space brings together the kitchen, dining and sitting areas in a practical layout, ideal for simple self‑catering and evenings spent unwinding.The double bedroom provides a welcoming place to rest, while the shower room with a walk‑in shower, basin and WC completes the internal accommodation. There is also a double sofa pull out bed. Outside, The Kestrel benefits from its own private garden with a picnic bench and hot tub, offering a pleasant spot to spend time outdoors throughout the day and into the evening. Guests also have access to a communal garden, complete with a barbecue, pizza oven, fire pit and furniture, encouraging shared use of the wider grounds. A shared games room adds an extra layer of enjoyment, featuring a pool table for friendly competition. A welcoming pub can be reached easily on foot, while the nearest shop is accessed by car for everyday essentials. From here, explore the surrounding Cambridgeshire countryside or head towards Newmarket to discover its well‑known racing heritage and market town atmosphere. Cambourne offers further options for days out and dining. With its distinctive style and appealing features, The Kestrel provides a memorable base for a countryside escape in Cambridgeshire.
Cambridge brings many images to mind: the breathtaking view of King's College Chapel from across the river Cam, the rich intricacy of Gothic architecture, students cycling to lectures, and lazy summer punting on the River Cam. Cambridge manages to combine its role as an historic city with a world-renowned University and, in more recent years, an internationally acknowledged center of excellence for technology and science. The University of Cambridge was founded in the 13th century by monks who wished to escape the hurly-burly of Oxford and chose the quiet town of Cambridge as a suitable location for study. Cambridge University has been the home of many famous scientists, philosophers and mathematicians from Sir Isaac Newton to Stephen Hawking.
Cambridge is surrounded on all sides by heritage villages, towns and ancient monuments (such as Ely, St Ives, Newmarket and Grantchester), all within easy travelling distance. Millions of visitors come to Cambridge every year to savour the delights of the historic city itself, as well as using it as an ideal base for exploring some of the gentlest and most unspoiled countryside in England.
Accommodation
Single‑storey shepherds hut.
One bedroom: 1 x double bed, and 1 x pull out double sofa bed.
Shower room with walk‑in shower, basin and WC.
Open‑plan living space with kitchen, dining and sitting area.
Shared games room
Heating.
2‑ring hob, microwave, fridge, kettle, toaster.
WiFi, pool table.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off‑road parking available.
Private garden with picnic bench and hot tub.
Communal garden with barbecue, pizza oven, fire pit and furniture.
One well‑behaved pet welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Please note there is a 2 night minimum restriction