The River Cam Place - Enchanting 6BDR Home next to River Cam - Cambridge

6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14150 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Check out the area

Cambridge, England

University of Cambridge1 min walk
The River Cam12 min walk
Cambridge Corn Exchange14 min walk
Cambridge (CBG)12 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 6

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

The River Cam Place - Enchanting 6BDR Home next to River Cam

*Corona Virus Update: All touched surfaces thoroughly cleaned and sanitised before arrival. Extra ventilation between guests. Staff wear gloves for cleaning.* This family home in historical Cambridge is furnished to a high standard and sleeps 14. The home is conveniently located close to the River Cam in a brilliant location and only a short walk from the city centre.

All 6 bedrooms have comfortable mattresses and there are 3 bathrooms in the home for your added convenience, with one en suite allowing for additional privacy. Four of the bedrooms come with double beds, one with a bunk bed and one with two separate single beds. The home has a lot of natural light and offers views of the surrounding neighbourhood and the river right behind it. You’ll find modern and comfortable furniture in the whole home and clean bathrooms. The living room is equipped with two large sofas and an armchair as well as a large TV, perfect for an evening with friends or family after a long day of exploring Cambridge. One of the sofas can be converted into a sofa bed, comfortably sleeping 2 more guests. The kitchen is fully equipped and ready for you to use it. The home is also equipped with high-speed WiFi and plenty of space, such as a desk and workstation to get work done should you need it.

You’ll have access to the house at all time. Because the home comes with smart locks, you’ll be able to check in any time after 3pm, but please be mindful of noise after 9pm.

Please reach out through this listing if you have any questions, as I am always on call and available to my guests if needed.

The home is located in a lovely neighbourhood in Cambridge, right next to the River Cam, close to picture-perfect Magdalene College and is walking distance from many of the town's attractions such as the Bridge of Sighs, Kings College Chapel, the Fitzwilliam Museum and countless other attractions. The area around the home has a lot of cute local shops, culture and many great restaurants and coffee shops are close by. The neighbourhood itself is quiet and safe and has a lot of green spaces and small parks.

Given the location of the home, most of the town is within walking distance. Trains as well as bus routes closely connect Cambridge to most other cities in the UK. There are affordable Taxis and Uber as well as public transport available should you not want to walk.

This home is located right in the middle of the city, so it’s perfect if you want to enjoy the lively city centre. The home is spread across multiple levels and guests who have difficulties with stairs may find it hard to access the whole home. It’s worth noting that this home has rooms on the lower ground floor, so you might find these rooms darker than expected (perfect if you like darkness when sleeping, though!). Travel cots can be provided upon request but guests will have to bring their own linens.

Please, no parties or smoking. Please be respectful of the neighbours and keep noise to a minimum after 9pm. If these rules are violated we will charge guests to cover the security call out fee and any additional expenses to cover their misbehaviour.

Property manager

Oliver Jason

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Washer

Outdoor space

Fireplace

Microwave

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 28

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Cambridge

This holiday home is located in Arbury, a neighbourhood in Cambridge. Cambridge Lakes Golf Course and Girton Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Scott Polar Research Institute and Mill Road. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Newmarket Racecourse or Fenner's.

Cambridge, England

What's nearby

University of Cambridge - 1 min walk
Jesus College - 7 min walk
The River Cam - 12 min walk
Cambridge Corn Exchange - 14 min walk
King's College - 16 min walk

Getting around

Cambridge North Station - 11 min drive
Cambridge (CBG) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

Crepeaffaire - 8 min walk
The Maypole - 7 min walk
Sir Isaac Newton - 9 min walk
The Architect - 7 min walk
Las Iguanas Cambridge - 6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The River Cam Place - Enchanting 6BDR Home next to River Cam pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The River Cam Place - Enchanting 6BDR Home next to River Cam?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The River Cam Place - Enchanting 6BDR Home next to River Cam?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The River Cam Place - Enchanting 6BDR Home next to River Cam located?

Located in Arbury, this holiday home is steps away from University of Cambridge and Cambridge Hebrew Congregation Synagogue. Cambridge & County Folk Museum and Kettle's Yard are also within 5 minutes.

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6.4/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Check-in

5.0/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

6.4/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Kevin C.

27 June 2023

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

River Cam place

Solid location, easy to walk in and out of Cambridge. Home is a bit dated and the basement is definitely musty, but the dehumidifiers help. Great to have three bathrooms, and nice little courtyard and roof top balcony. Felt private, and a small liquor mini mart is right next door which was convenient. Stairs are a bit steep and narrow for older people. Management company did not respond until shortly before trip, but was responsive after that point. Overall was good experience and definitely would recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Jean L.

26 Oct 2022

Liked: Location

Disliked: Communication

Problems at the Cam house

We were there 5 nights. Friday to the following Wednesday. More than half the time there we had no hot water or heating. Repair man came twice but the fix did not solve the problem for long.. Communication with the office on Sunday was ignored and eventually they sent an email. When the repairman came on the last day of our stay we were inconvenienced for 4+ hours and for 2+ he had to turn the water off. The living room furniture very tired looking and one couch stained. The mattress on the one queen bed poor. The front door had a major sticking problem. To open from the outside, you had to kick it. From the inside your had to do a lot of pulling with the result it caused a malfunction of the lock.. We were locked in because of resulting problems. One of the guests managed to get the lock open. The repair guy who was there on Sunday cut the door jamb to give the door more clearance. There are no written instructions regarding proper use of dishwasher, clothes washer and heating system, etc. We were fortunate the weather was mild because we did not have heating when the boiler did not work. We have rented many vacation houses around the world and a nice extra is information about local eating places, places of interest and kids parks, etc. The overall maintenance of the house is poor. The fact the counter under the boiler was always wet due to the boiler leaking problem should have been dealt with. The sticking front door not fixed. Toilet roll holder broken. Coffee table wonky. When one goes on holiday, you hope to be free of house maintenance problems. These boiler problems caused ongoing anxiety. Couldn’t take showers. On the positive side, the kitchen was well equipped, there was ample room for 6 people without using the basement. The wifi worked well. The location is Cambridge is the most positive aspect of the house and the off street parking.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

2/10 Terrible

Annie T.

15 Sept 2022

Liked: Location

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

VERY DISAPPOINTING

This property has been totally neglected from the outside in. We have contacted Stay Beyond numerous times and have yet to hear from their "management". If you've made a reservation to stay in this house at #27 Chesterton, Cambridge I strongly recommend you read this list first. We were infested with fruit flies due to the rotting fruit in the completely overgrown garden. You could not sit outside. The front steps are loose and dangerous. The ceiling in the hallway is stained from a leak, and the plaster is coming down. Much of the ceilings throughout the house show signs of water damage. The radiator in the living room has leaked and caused the wood floor to rot and turn black. The wood floor by the kitchen sink has also rotted. The living room furniture is stained and dirty. The kitchen is poorly equipped. The oven dials have no temperature marks and wasn't working at all. The dishwasher rails are missing on the lower basket. The bathroom downstairs had bugs, and the toilet was leaking. The shower wasn't useable. The two bedrooms on the lower level are not useable due to damp odor/mold. So we had to double up on the other four bedrooms. The second floor bathroom has black mold on the floorboards. The first floor bathroom toilet doesn't clear completely. All the woodwork in the house is dirty, with peeling paint in many places. The floors are carpets are filthy. This house is being totally misrepresented. There are only 4 useable bedrooms not 6. It isn't clean, and hasn't been maintained. It's two weeks since we left and we still haven't heard from the "management".

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Lucy G.

27 Nov 2021

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Great location but should sleep 8+2 not 12+2 (basement not habitable)

Firstly this house was in a great location, overlooking the river and Jesus Green and only a 5 minute walk into town with all the great bars, restaurants, shops and historic buildings of Cambridge. Parking at the front was a bonus and you can just about fit two small/medium cars on the drive if done carefully! 12 of us rented the house for 2/3 nights and unfortunately there was a slight damp smell as you walked into the hall from the front door. The rooms were all furnished very nicely but the front room did have a broken outer glass pane but wasn't an issue due to secondary glazing. The kitchen although had quite a few cooking essentials it didn't have any oven trays! We had to contact the guests that were arriving later, to bring our own trays so we could cook properly. Also there wasn't enough chairs for 12, 6 in kitchen but only 5 in the dining room. We had to use a garden chair as an extra. The chairs weren't particularly clean either. The upstairs bedrooms were light, airy and furnished well. The beds were very comfy and the linens were good too. The 2 upstairs bathrooms were tired but the shower power was very good although sometimes getting the right temperature was tricky. Unfortunately the big let down were the basement rooms. They look lovely and are well furnished the damp smell was overwelming and in my opinion, just not habitable. The downstairs shower room is not up to standard either. The shower didn't drain away and the toilet seat was broken and caused one of our guests to fall off the toilet. Again this room not good enough to be used. Overall for the price this was a good property to rent in the centre of Cambridge but it should be advertised as 4 bedrooms sleeping 8 + 2 in lounge not 12 + 2.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

6/10 Okay

Emma B.

31 Oct 2021

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Excellent location, good space in house, if a little tired

Excellent location with only a short walk into Cambridge. House has great space, we were 8 adults and 4 under tens and it was not cramped. House needs some TLC, broken toilet seat and window, some plug sockets not working, damp stains, basement rooms strong damp smell and a fruit fly problem. Kitchen lacking some basics and welcome email said toiletries, tea and coffee provided which they weren’t unless you count 5 x hair conditioners and 2 sachets of coffee for 14 people? The bedrooms make up for some of this as they were nice sizes with big comfy beds and bedding and nice towels. Showers were good but hot water wasn’t enough for all of us in the morning. We enjoyed our stay but the house could definitely do with some TLC to make peoples stay on par with other houses we have rented in a similar price bracket.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021