• Entire home
  • 1658 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • View
  • Garden
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Bath
  • 24-hour front desk

Offering a garden and garden view, Finest Retreats - The Ratcatchers Cottage is situated in Limpsfield, 24 km from Crystal Palace Park and 26 km from Ightham Mote. This holiday home offers free private parking, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 13 km from Hever Castle. The spacious holiday home has 3 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a bath. Towels and bed linen are offered in the holiday home. There is also a seating area and a fireplace. Nonsuch Park is 26 km from the holiday home, while Box Hill is 28 km from the property. The nearest airport is London Gatwick Airport, 26 km from Finest Retreats - The Ratcatchers Cottage.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 single bed
Bedroom 2:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 3:
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
10
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
10
Value for money
10
Location
10

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  • Cyril
    France France
    Le rat catcher est une très belle maison ; elle est idéalement située à pied des commodités ainsi qu'à très bonne distance de nombreux lieux de visite ! De plus une bonne réactivité de l'établissement en cas de problème. Merci encore pour ce...
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Finest Retreats

Company review score: 8.7Based on 2,281 reviews from 523 properties
523 managed properties

Company information

Finest Retreats are holiday lettings experts with a selection of handpicked cottages across the UK. For the best possible rates always check out Finest Retreats. There is a 30% deposit charged at the time of booking and the balance is due six weeks before arrival.

Property information

Happily nestled behind Tidy’s Green, The Ratcatcher’s Cottage, a charming Grade II listed building, is ideally located between the historic village of Limpsfield and the amply provided town of Oxted with its mainline station into central London (Victoria/London Bridge). There’s a multitude of restaurants, shops, supermarkets, cinema, pub, leisure centre with swimming pool, tennis courts, pub and even its own theatre! All within easy walking distance. The delightful cottage sleeps up to 5 guests across three inviting bedrooms, making it the perfect destination for families or friends seeking a tranquil getaway in the English countryside. As the name indicates, here is where the rat catcher for the Titsey parish resided. You’ll become captivated by its eclectic charm. The interior features oak beams and numerous quirky aspects from beautifully carved gargoyles to artistically welded metal rats on the exterior of the house. You might also find one or two inside… Two comfortable receptions rooms offer an inviting space to relax, unwind and spend quality time with friends with a selection of board games, cards and jigsaws to keep you entertained. The large, fully fitted kitchen provides all the amenities you need to create delicious meals. Dine in the conservatory which fills with glorious light, and you can enjoy your morning coffee while being surrounded by the lush garden. The cottage's design celebrates its heritage, embracing the best of both worlds - the warmth of history and the convenience of modern living. Three bedrooms can accommodate up to five guests. The master bedroom a double with ensuite shower over bath, a second double bedroom, and a third single room which share a jack-and- jill bathroom with bath and shower.

Neighbourhood information

Outside admire the ornate, carved wooden beams that adorn the exterior, providing an enchanting touch to the property. The lawned garden offers plenty of room to play, relax, or simply soak up the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape. There are ample historic and entertaining places to visit within the area including Westerham the famous home of Winston Churchill or Hever Castle which once housed Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn. Please note that candles are not permitted at the cottage. For more information and bookings please contact Finest Retreats.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Finest Retreats - The Ratcatchers Cottage
Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bath or shower
    • Private bathroom
    • Bath
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Fireplace
    • Seating Area
    Media & Technology
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Garden
    Outdoor & View
    • Garden view
    • View
    Building characteristics
    • Detached
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • 24-hour front desk
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    Miscellaneous
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Smoke alarms
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Finest Retreats - The Ratcatchers Cottage takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 16:00 to 22:00

    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

    Check-out

    Until 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 room.

    Refundable damage deposit

    A damage deposit of GBP 150 is required. The property charges this 14 days before arrival. That's about KRW 256691. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    No cots or extra beds are available.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Mastercard Visa American Express Cash is not accepted Finest Retreats - The Ratcatchers Cottage accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

    A damage deposit of £150 is required. The property charges this days before arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

    FAQs about Finest Retreats - The Ratcatchers Cottage

    • Finest Retreats - The Ratcatchers Cottage can accommodate the following group size:

      • 5 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Finest Retreats - The Ratcatchers Cottage offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Check-in at Finest Retreats - The Ratcatchers Cottage is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

      • The prices at Finest Retreats - The Ratcatchers Cottage may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

      • Finest Retreats - The Ratcatchers Cottage has the following number of bedrooms:

        • 3 bedrooms

        For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

      • Finest Retreats - The Ratcatchers Cottage is 1.7 miles from the centre of Limpsfield. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.