About this property
Comfortable Accommodation: Thatched Cottage in Hungerford offers adults-only bed and breakfast with a sun terrace and garden. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Modern Amenities: Guests enjoy private check-in and check-out, housekeeping, outdoor seating, full-day security, breakfast in the room, and express services. Free on-site private parking is provided. Comfortable Living: Rooms feature private bathrooms with walk-in showers, garden views, and modern amenities including tea and coffee makers, hairdryers, and work desks. Local Attractions: Located 72 km from Southampton Airport, nearby attractions include Newbury Racecourse (15 km), Highclere Castle (20 km), and Cotswold Water Park (47 km). Walking and cycling tours are available.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
Cridge1984
United Kingdom“Very hospitable host... beautiful location and very quiet! Great for a relaxing get away!”
Arushi
India“Loved the room, the garden and the dogs! Only wish we had spent more time there.”- Frances United Kingdom“Lovely welcome from Jenny and her two dogs Beautiful room with ensuite, everything we needed”
- Antonella United Kingdom“Beautiful home. Spacious, clean and comfortable. We loved our stay!”
- Js United Kingdom“An exceptional B&B style accommodation. Immaculately clean, and beautifully presented in stunning, silent surroundings of arable Berkshire farmlands. Jenny is a delightful, welcoming host whose standards are clearly tip top. For a single person...”
- Brian United Kingdom“Very welcoming and a beautiful place- it should be mentioned that, despite the name, it is no longer thatched. Jenny was very helpful and her two dogs made a fuss of us. Breakfast was‘continental’ and served in our room”
- Anne United Kingdom“Easy to locate, beautifully clean & excellent in every way”
- Marian
Netherlands“Everything is excellent at Tached Cottage. Warm welcome by Jenny and the dogs. Very spacious light and comfortable room with spacious bathroom. Small kitchenette with facilities to make coffee and tea. Breakfast items are ready in the fridge. On...” - Brian United Kingdom“The host was very welcoming and the accommodation was very comfortable and spacious. Located in a peaceful location yet very close to Hungerford with all its facilities.”
- Sandra
Australia“The room was extremely large overlooking fields. Beautiful sunrise. It was immaculately presented and very clean. A continental breakfast was provided in the room to have at your leisure at the dining table. Another fantastic stay and a deep sleep...”
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.
Hosted by Jenny
9.8
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Jenny
Thatched Cottage is a private home in a small hamlet set in beautiful countryside in an area of outstanding natural beauty. There are country walks right from the doorstep and some excellent local gastro pubs. There is only one deluxe suite currently available at the property so your stay is guaranteed to be quiet and relaxing.
The host lives on site and is available to help with amlocal bookings or arrangements.
A continental breakfast is included within the booking price which is provided in the room. If cooked breakfast is preferred this can be arranged with prior notice.
Clapton is a few minutes drive from the market town of Hungerford, famous for its antique shops. The Watermill Theatre is nearby with a calendar of first class plays and entertainment. Highclere Castle, brought into the spotlight by Downton Abbey, is just a short drive away.
For the more active there are wonderful walks on the doorstep and along the Ridgeway and on Combe Gibbet, plus endless cycling.
For race goers Newbury Racecourse is on the doorstep as well as viewing opportunities of racehorses in the nearby Valley of the Racehorse in Lambourn, home to numerous famous National Hunt and Flat yards.
Jenny has many years of experience running conferences, events and parties. She is renowned for making her guests feel welcome and comfortable.
Clapton is a quiet hamlet in a stunning rural setting in an area of outstanding natural beauty. Wildlife abounds all around.
Language spoken: English
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House rules
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Check-in
From 17:00 to 20:00
Check-out
From 09:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
