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Outdoor dining
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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Overview of A magical and romantic getaway near Windsor Castle and beside Windsor Great Park

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10

Exceptional

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Old Windsor, Berkshire, ENG
  • Popular LocationWindsor Castle8 min drive
  • Popular LocationWindsor Great Park8 min drive
  • Popular LocationLEGOLAND® Windsor9 min drive
  • AirportLondon (LHR-Heathrow)27 min drive

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About the area

Windsor

In Windsor .You'll find Thames Path and Thames River within 2 miles (3 km) of this cottage. Windsor Castle and Runnymede Air Forces Memorial are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Frogmore House - 7 min drive
  • Windsor Castle - 8 min drive
  • Windsor Great Park - 8 min drive
  • LEGOLAND® Windsor - 9 min drive
  • Windsor Racecourse - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Datchet Station - 7 min drive
  • Station A Station - 13 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Savill Garden Visitor Centre - 4 min drive
  • The Kings Arms - 6 min drive
  • Tempus Restaurant - 5 min drive
  • The Happy Man - 5 min drive
  • The Barley Mow - 4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

A magical and romantic getaway near Windsor Castle and beside Windsor Great Park

The Little Hideaway () is magical large one bedroom studio, and the perfect getaway for couples or for families up to four.

This charming and newly finished two storey property is on a private estate once owned by King Henry 8th. This old estate sits on nine acres and lies directly opposite the magnificent Windsor Great Park, and on the approach to the Little Hideaway there are amazing views across to Windsor Castle.

The Little Hideaway is situated off a quiet country road and up a long driveway. It is nestled between an old oak tree and the Little Dower House (www.littledowerhouse.com), the lovely house and garden where the owners Susie and Hamish live.

For larger groups the Victorian Lodge (www.victorianlodge.co.uk) can also be made available. It is situated on the property at the entrance to the driveway, and is a quintessentially English Country Cottage that sleeps up to 7.

The Little Hideaway is a secluded retreat in a tranquil corner of the countryside, where you can take time to rest and relax. It has everything you should need. There is a fully equipped kitchen with a cooker, microwave, and dishwasher, a dining area that seats four, and a cold room / larder with a large fridge freezer.

The Hallway has a cupboard for your coats, a boot box for your Wellies, and separate cupboards housing a washing machine and a tumble dryer.

The Shower Room has a strong shower with two heads, one large fixed rose and a separate hand held. There is also a basin, a loo and nice heated towel rail.

Heading upstairs takes you to the Sitting Room and the large bedroom.

Here there is a sitting area with a very comfortable sofa, an armchair and coffee table, cupboards for clothes and storage, and a 42" internet enabled television with multi channel Sky.

A candlelit fireplace which is decorative sits in the middle of the room, with a small double sofa bed opposite. An extra fold out bed can be provided by prior arrangement.

At the end of the room is a Super King size bed (which separates into twin beds), a chest of drawers, a pretty window seat and a little door that leads onto a balcony which has a table and chairs, where you can sit in the morning sunshine.

This wonderfully cosy and calm studio is situated within the pretty gardens of Little Dower House, which are private but can be viewed on request. There is the magnificent Windsor Great Park right opposite which has endless beautiful walks throughout, and places to picnic and watch the world go by. Take a walk in the famous Valley or Savill Gardens, or watch a few chukkas being played at Guards Polo ground.

There is private parking, polo ponies in the field opposite, great walks, great pubs minutes away, the beautiful town of Windsor with it's Castle, Thorpe Park and Legoland just nearby, and central London only 35 minutes away by train, and Heathrow airport 20 minutes away by car.

The area is great for couples, country lovers, townies, food lovers, gardeners, riders, polo players, golfers and walkers too.

There is a traditional English pub only 5 minutes away, The Fox and Hounds in Englefield Green , situated by the Bishops Gate entrance into the Great Park , serving simply wonderful light bites, great pub food and smart restaurant food. It's the perfect place, and great for lunch, dinner, a snack or a BBQ, and a well earned rest after a walk in the Park.

Two minutes away on Crimp Hill is the recently opened Oxford Blue restaurant, with a Chef who trained under Gordon Ramsey. In Old Windsor there is a very cheery Italian and pizza restaurant which is perfect for families, and a Co-Op shop that is open all day every day. In the local village Englefield Green there is the Barlow Mow Brasserie, the Bailey Wick pub, a great Indian restaurant Megna Tandoori and a nice Italian restaurant Caspari.
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We live beside the Little Hideaway, and here to help in any way at any time, whilst you are there or away, but we're always very respectful of your privacy.

Property manager

Hamish and Susie Macmillan

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options
  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Golfing on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Golf nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 807 sq ft (75 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available.
  • Note from host: Please ask beforehand

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Parties and events are allowed on site. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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A magical and romantic getaway near Windsor Castle and beside Windsor Great Park Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Siobhan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Just back from a wonderful weekend! Hamish was the perfect host. The best welcome pack ever !!!! Pictures do not do little Hideaway justice. I don’t think there would be anything you could need or want and it not be there. Absolutely Spotless and in a perfect location. We cannot recommend highly enough and given the opportunity will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fiona L.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a wounderful place to stay magical
A beautifull hideaway in a very secluded setting, the hosts are wounderful helpful and very friendly people, and there holiday cottage is all you ask and more fully equipped clean and luxurious. We do have to mention the wild life as the squirrel was most entertaining. Once again thankyou to our hosts
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short, but Sweet!
Hamish welcomed us with wonderful stories and open arms! Such a lovely greeting that reflected the beauty of the surroundings. We enjoyed a wonderfully comfortable stay, and our only regret is that we didn't have more time to enjoy Old Windsor and the local area. The location was convenient to Windsor Castle and all that is Windsor, but we were especially pleased with the day we spent walking Windsor Park. It was worth trekking to the Copper Horse to appreciate the expanse of the Long Walk. You will not regret booking this Little Hideaway. The bed was comfortable, the kitchen was gourmet equipped, and the welcome basket was much appreciated. Thank you Hamish and Susie for sharing your little slice of heaven in Old Windsor!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanna R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous
The Little Hideaway is the most wonderful place to stay. Peaceful, gorgeous gardens, extremely well equipped. We wouldn’t stay anywhere else, when in Windsor. Oh, and the owners are the loveliest couple, who go out of their way to make sure that your stay is the best.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllic retreat.
We are just returning from the most wonderful weekend in Windsor. This is such a beautiful property. The attention to detail is amazing as are the hosts Suzie and Hamish can't wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Perfect Fairy Tale Christmas
My husband, my 8 month old daughter, and I spent our first Christmas as a family of three at this little hideaway. It was perfect!! This cottage is very charming and Hamish and Susie had decorated it so beautifully for the holidays. Their hospitality was amazing as well. It is so quaint and you can truly detach from the world and just enjoy being there. I’d highly recommend this to anyone!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanna R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous place to stay
My husband and I have stayed at The Little Hideaway 3 times now, and wouldn’t stay anywhere else in Windsor. It’s truly fabulous, so well equipped, lovely gardens, peaceful and quiet, highly recommended. Hamish and Susie are the best hosts. Would give 10 stars!!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Enchanting English Country Estate and Garden
By far the most enchanting property we have stayed. The hosts, Susie and Hamish are long time residents and can be found tending to their beautiful gardens while the pheasant and geese hobble about. You can see Windsor castle and the royal, long walk. Parks and hikes abound along with amazing pubs and fine dining. We would definitely return as this has been one of the most tranquil and relaxing and yes, beautiful places we have ever stayed, and we have traveled far and wide. Rita & Ted (from U.S.)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hurry up and stay at this magical place!
The Little Hideaway was our first stop upon arrival in England from California, and a softer landing is impossible to imagine. Susie and Hamish’s place is perfect, and gorgeous, and they’ve thought of and provided absolutely everything one could want for a cozy and elegant sojourn in stately Old Windsor. On top of ample and thoughtful amenities, they even left us a hamper of food and wine sufficient for a couple of days. We recommend The Little Hideaway most highly. Don’t miss this place! We’ll be back! Five stars +++
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anthony S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical MiniMoon
We had the most special 2 nights here for our MiniMoon - both Hamish and Susie are fantastic hosts and their little hideaway and gardens are just beautiful. Can't wait to go back! Big love
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021