The Anchor is an idyllic, heritage, riverside property enjoying stunning views across the Ouse Washes. It offers a large rear garden which is perfect for al fresco dining and simply relaxing in. There is also a play area with trampoline, swing, seesaw and climbing frame for children or table tennis for the adults too. Dating back to the 17th century, this detached cottage was refurbished in 2021 and has been modernised to offer wonderful holiday accommodation. Set over two floors, the cottage has a ground floor living room featuring a large inglenook fireplace which oozes original character and charm. Upstairs are four wonderful bedrooms, each with a Smart TV and its own modern bathroom and shower room facilities. Two of the bedrooms have private, yet interconnecting rooms, offering comfortable sofa beds. The well-equipped kitchen has a large breakfast island for dining, a child friendly dining table, and boasts a commanding elevated view of the river, lawned garden and dining terrace below. The kitchen also leads to a balcony area with furniture.
Origins for The Anchor date back to the early 1700s, when it was originally built to provide lodgings and sustenance for the workers during draining of the Fens and its New Bedford River. This was actually a straight canal, formerly used by merchants to transport their goods, and is now used only for recreational purpose and acts as a natural haven for wild birds.
Situated on the edge of The Fens, the Anchor is surrounded by scenic tracks and routes for walkers, runners, amblers, cyclists, rowers and fishing, all benefiting from the stunning views of the River Great Ouse and its meadows. The property nestles quietly in the small rural hamlet of Sutton, just 15 minutes’ drive from historical Ely and 30 minutes’ drive from the University City of Cambridge. You can even enjoy a day at the races with Newmarket Racecourse less than 40 minutes’ drive away. Shop 7 miles, pub 1 mile and restaurants 2 miles.

If you are looking for an unusual place to stay, this unique and quirky barn conversion could be for you. This former granary has been converted into a beautiful, stylish cottage with many original features.
The spacious beamed living room has windows on three sides, allowing the light to flood in. With its vaulted beamed ceiling, oak floor, and log-burning stove in a large stone fireplace, it is a warm and welcoming room. Equipped with a large, comfortable sofa and chairs, it’s a delightful place for friends and family to relax at the end of the day. There is a separate toilet that is accessed from the living room. The fully fitted kitchen has oak worktops, a Belfast sink and a plate rack. The twin bedroom is in the attic and has exposed brickwork and sloping ceilings. The quirky layout of the barn means you access the double bedroom and en-suite shower room via an external entrance, enhancing the charm of this unique cottage. The delightful, tranquil bedroom also has a vaulted ceiling and oak floor, along with a New England colonial bed and Japanese hot tub. The room also has French doors overlooking a small patio garden equipped with a rattan table and chairs.
The village of Wicken is a charming base for your holiday with a village pond and green just opposite the barn conversion, as well as the local pub and Wicken Fen Nature Reserve. Cycle hire is also available at Wicken Fen, so you can tour the scenic routes of Sustrans Route 11 all the way through to King’s Lynn. The village is honeycombed with ancient waterways and the River Cam runs through the area.
Visit Ely Cathedral a little further afield; the city is also home to The Stained-Glass Museum, Oliver Cromwell’s House and a Saturday market. Newmarket is also nearby, a quaint market town hosting the National Horse Racing Museum. Or why not explore the picture-perfect streets of Cambridge? Where you’ll find plenty of museums, independent cafés and Cambridge University Botanic Garden.

Chittering Farm sits in the privacy of the owners’ arable farm accessed by a private road and is conveniently situated between Cambridge and Ely. The house was rebuilt from an old barn and affords every comfort for an enjoyable and relaxing stay. Situated on a busy working farm the property is an excellent choice for large family get togethers or friendly reunions that require spacious accommodation. It is the ideal base to explore Cambridgeshire, Suffolk and Norfolk. There are cycle routes to Cambridge and Ely easily accessed from the farm. Some guests may prefer to relax in the private (unfenced) 1-acre garden with its 4-acre paddocks and enjoy the facilities on-site or nearby.
Aqua park and wakeboarding on-site, a short walk from the property. There is also a tennis net and a large football goal in the garden. A games room with table tennis, pool table and dart board. Ely Leisure village 5½ miles has swimming pools, multi-screen cinema, health club, eateries and a driving range with 9 hole golf course and fishing is available locally. A stay here will also provide the opportunity to enjoy the rural location of the farm, with farm and river walks, bird watching and cycling. Located on the edge of the farm is Stretham Old Engine. Erected in 1831, it is a well-preserved example of a steam engine used to drain the farm in the early 20th century.
The city of Cambridge is 10 miles away, famous for its colleges, museums, tours and botanical gardens, where visitors can also try their hand at punting on the River Cam or enjoy a wealth of shops, cafés and restaurants. The city of Ely with markets and local shopping is 6 miles away in the other direction, steeped in history with its impressive medieval cathedral and long river frontage where you can enjoy a boat trip or riverside walk. If you fancy a trip to the beach the North Norfolk coast is less than 50 miles away, the Royal Sandringham Estate less than 40 miles, and Thetford Forest, famous for its walk and cycle routes only 35 miles away. National Trust properties can be found at nearby Wicken Fen, 5 miles, and Anglesey Abbey and gardens 13 miles. Newmarket is also 13 miles with music nights and race days, and the Imperial War Museum at Duxford 24 miles, so there is plenty of scope if you feel like exploring the area during your stay.

Nestled in beautiful, open Cambridgeshire countryside, Wood Fen Lodges have been thoughtfully converted and decorated to provide all the home comforts that discerning guests need for a relaxing getaway. In a quiet location with exposed beams, cosy wood burner and private use of a hot tub (by arrangement), there really is nothing more you could need for a perfect break. Some guests may choose not to venture far, instead deciding to relax in their private garden, or perhaps book themselves in for a spa treatment at the on site spa (at cost), where refreshments are also available.

Those wishing to explore the area will have chosen well with so much to see and do nearby. The university city of Cambridge offers numerous museums, including the famous Fitzwilliam, lots of walking tours, including university routes, punting, shopping and great places to eat. You should also make time for the open top bus tour, which gives an insight into the history of this fascinating city. And, why not take a trip to Norwich with its impressive Norman castle overlooking a fine city full of attractions and things to do? History buffs will also enjoy a visit to the Hanseatic Old Quarter of Kings Lynn, The Royal Sandringham Estate or the Imperial War Museum, Duxford, which offers up an impressive collection detailing the history of aviation, including several aircraft. In fact, this may well be your only chance now to say that you’ve been on Concorde!

For a change of pace and some refreshing sea air, you can be in Hunstanton in less than an hour. Here you will find a wide sandy beach that seems to go on forever, a small funfair, a Sealife Centre, Norfolk Lavender and lots of seaside shops and cafes. Closer to home lies the bustling city of Ely with its impressive cathedral, nicknamed ‘The ship of the Fens’ because of the way it rises up on the horizon. Here you will find a fascinating stained glass museum, which offers a rare insight to this beautiful art form.

Bustling Newmarket is close by and offers a famous racecourse which often hosts musical entertainment evenings. For breathtaking countryside, visit Thetford Forest with its numerous walks and cycle routes, and its Go Ape centre, featuring tree walks, zip wires and Tarzan swings. And, after all your adventures, you can head back to Wood Fen Lodges, unwind, relax (perhaps in the hot tub?) and dream of places yet to see. Just perfect! Shop 1 mile, pub and restaurant 2 miles.
Property refs UKC563 and UKC564 can be booked together to accommodate up to 10 guests.

Hill Farm Cottage is a charming detached property and is an excellent touring base for those wishing to explore The Fens. A spacious, light living room leads through to the kitchen/dining room, and a good sized family bathroom is located on the ground floor. Upstairs there is a generous master bedroom and a twin bedroom, both with sloping ceilings. A landing area leads to a lovely balcony with beautiful views over the garden and lake.
Located in the rural countryside with the owners living on-site, this lovely cottage is perfect for those wanting some peace and quiet. You can also visit the nearby historic town of Ely, steeped in history. However you wish to spend your time, Hill Farm Cottage will be a haven for couples and families who can relax in front of the wood burner after an active day spent in the Cambridgeshire countryside. Shop 3 miles, pub and restaurant 1 mile.

Built around a private fishing lake on a 230-acre working farm, with the owner living on-site, these semi-detached lodges (refs UK30603, UK30604, UK30605, UKC4325) are located on the edge of the village of Pidley. Accessed via a rough track, they are surrounded by vast fields and big open skies, offering stunning views of the countryside beyond. You can relax outside on the patio area, watching the sun set in this peaceful, rural location. These four lodges each have an open-plan kitchen, dining and living area with French doors leading out onto a private patio. The contemporary living area is equipped with a Smart TV, sofa and sofa bed, and offers picturesque views over Rook Lake, especially during the morning sunrise. There are two cosy twin/double bedrooms and a shower room.
Anglers can enjoy their own exclusive fishing platform right in front of the lodge, and can fish the well-established specimen lake, where carp reaching up to 28 lbs can be caught.
Rookery Waters has a café with licenced bar and fishing tackle shop on site and there is a golf course, pub and village shop all within a 10-minute drive.
The surrounding area at Rookery Waters offers lots of public footpaths and bridleways to explore and is ideal if you want to bring your dog with you. There is a wetland conservation area where you can spot birds such as lapwing, reed warblers, little plover and oystercatchers.
The historical market town of St Ives, which sits on the river Great Ouse, is just 5 miles away, and has lots of eateries, shops and interesting places to visit. You can also catch a bus from St Ives via The Guided Bus Route to Cambridge where you will find lots more to explore including the famous colleges, the Fitzwilliam Museum, the botanical gardens and of course, one of the most popular things to do in Cambridge is to punt along the River Cam, which runs through the heart of the city. Shop 5 miles, pub and restaurant 2 miles.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 19 guests.

Providing beautiful, single-storey accommodation, this detached holiday property, adjacent to the owners home, enjoys a peaceful position on the edge of the village of Colne, away from the main roads. There are walks and cycle routes straight from the door and nature reserves in Somersham, 1½ miles, St Ives, 5 miles, and Fen Drayton, 10 miles.

The university city of Cambridge, just 16 miles away, is rich in history and offers fabulous days out including punting along the backs of the colleges on the River Cam and visiting the world famous university. History buffs will be spoilt for choice with the many museums and galleries scattered amongst the striking colleges. For those looking for retail therapy, there is a good mix of shops and stores, high street favourites and boutique offerings. There are lots of great places to eat, from artisan cafés to high end restaurants and bars.

The city of Ely and its stunning cathedral is 13 miles away, and the beautiful historic market town of St Ives, famous for its ancient chapel bridge, is only 5 miles away. Take a train to London in an hour from Huntingdon. After a busy day out, you can sit back on the decking and enjoy the view across open fields, or stroll to the local village pub which serves good food and drink. Shop 1½ miles, pub and restaurant ½ mile.

Beautifully decorated throughout, this holiday home makes the perfect hub to go off and explore all that picturesque Ely has to offer. With a modern yet country vibe this bungalow will comfortably sleep six guests with the option of adding a travel cot for the smallest family member.
There is a spacious open plan kitchen/dining room with all the amenities you could possibly need for your stay. Two large double bedrooms with integral storage, a single sized room with a pull-out bed that converts into a small double, a modern four-piece family bathroom and a cosy living room with a wood burner for those English winter nights.
Externally there is an enclosed rear garden offering views over the farm and off-road parking for 2 vehicles. Pets are allowed however must be kept on leads as the working farm has two gorgeous dogs with free rein. Locally there are many attractions from the breath-taking cathedral, the historic site of Oliver Cromwell’s House, Wicken Fen National Nature reserve, a number of museums, shops, restaurants and pubs. Venture down to the waterside which boasts spectacular views over the river Great Ouse and a number of water activities from boat hire, cruises and Wake boarding. You may spot Ely newest addition, Sarafa the giraffe peaking the skyline. Further afield you will have easy access to popular Cambridge with an extensive list of things to explore.