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  • 16 guests

  • 8 bedrooms

  • 3 bathrooms

    +5 extra toilet

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This is, without a doubt, one of the most impressive homes in our collection. The bespoke architecture makes you feel as if you are staying in a traditional British museum or castle, while the interiors provide everything you need to keep all ages busy. Sauna? Tick. Games room? Tick. Home cinema? Tick. It's not in Central London, but you're only a thirty-minute train ride away – and we're sure you'll love the half acre of garden that comes with being a little further out.


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What to expect


Highlights

Enjoy your peaceful surroundings – just a short train ride from Central London

Enjoy your peaceful surroundings – just a short train ride from Central London

Plan a family games night in the billiards room

Plan a family games night in the billiards room

Gather around the table for a feast – your host can help arrange a private chef

Gather around the table for a feast – your host can help arrange a private chef

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Home truths

    The play equipment and trampoline in the garden may not be suitable for small children – they'll need to be supervised at all times.

    The upstairs penthouse area doesn't quite have the same feel as the rest of the home – it's a little less luxurious.

    While there's seating for 12 in the dining hall, your host can provide an additional table and extra chairs to seat up to 22 guests.

    This is a lived-in home and so some of the owner's possessions may be present.

    One of the bedrooms features an additional double mattress on the mezzanine level – this is best suited to one or two children.

    Your host can provide a travel cot and highchair on request.

About this stay


Amenities

Home cinema setup

Gym

Sauna

Wi-fi

Pets allowed

Washing machine

Bedrooms & bathrooms

8 bedrooms, 10 beds

3 bathrooms, 5 additional toilets

Extras


VIP services

Airport pick up

Arrange a chef

Cab booking

Daily cleaning

Fridge fills

Luggage storage

Restaurant reservations

Additional fees

  • Speak with your host if you're travelling as a larger group – there's an on-site cottage you may be able to book alongside the main house.

  • Your host may be able to help arrange a private chef and housekeeping services for an additional fee.

  • Pets may be allowed here with prior approval from your host – additional fees will apply.

Additional fees subject to a 3.5% handling charge.

Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.

Local guide


About Eltham

Eltham is far from London, but it has good transport links into the city and is just a couple of miles from Greenwich town centre. Home to a thriving, residential community, Eltham is a picturesque town, ideal for some peace and quiet. The town is steeped in history and is populated by a lot of Tudor and Art Deco architecture. Henry VIII, one of Britain’s most notorious Kings, spent a lot of time at Eltham Palace and Gardens – today, you can visit the Palace and enjoy wondering around the immaculate grounds.

Explore the area

Local restaurants, cafes, museums, sites and activities, recommended by our community of hosts and travel experts

See where time began at the Royal Observatory

See where time began at the Royal Observatory

A beautiful spot in the centre of Greenwich Park. Site of the Prime Meridian & museum of astronomy and horology. London's only planetarium.

16 min
Head out for a stroll to Greenwich Park

Head out for a stroll to Greenwich Park

Walk up the hill to the Royal Observatory for one of the best views of London. This former royal hunting park is beautifully maintained and home to a herd of deer.

16 min
Explore Hall Place & Gardens

Explore Hall Place & Gardens

Stroll through the stunning grounds with whimsical topiary bushes, visit Jambs Owls, and enjoy the spacious park. Free entry and accessible for all. A great day out for families.

17 min
Enjoy some birdwatching at Tarn Bird Sanctuary

Enjoy some birdwatching at Tarn Bird Sanctuary

Delightful landscaped park with a large pond, abundant birdlife, and peaceful surroundings. Ideal for picnics and wildlife enthusiasts.

10 min
Head out for brunch at Egg&Co

Head out for brunch at Egg&Co

Step into a charming bistro exuding warmth and cosiness. Sample the Mediterranean breakfast, seabass and calamari – all beautifully presented. With friendly staff and a welcoming atmosphere, this café-bistro is a true gem in the neighbourhood.

11 min
Explore the art deco elegance of Eltham Palace

Explore the art deco elegance of Eltham Palace

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the stunning 1930s art deco house with a medieval great hall. Discover the ornamental gardens, enjoy a picnic, and let your children play. Don't miss the informative guided tour of the interior.

8 min

Get around

Airport

London City

30 min

Rochester

36 min

Heathrow

1 hr 27 min

Train station

Mottingham

12 min

Bus stop

Eltham Church / High Street (Stop H)

7 min

Local shops & services

Convenience store

7 min

Cafe

7 min

Pharmacy

5 min

Points of interest

Beach

Folly House Beach

26 min

Booking policies


House Rules

Children welcome (1-12 years)

Infants welcome (under 12 months)

Pets welcome

Events possible (with prior approval)

No smoking

Good to know

Arrival from 16:00

Departure before 11:00

Wifi

No air con

Cancellation policy

  • Up until

    30

    days

    Cancel at least 30 days before your check-in date for a full refund.

  • Up until

    7

    days

    Cancel at least 7 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.

  • Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 7 days away.

Host


This home is managed by Lana

This home is managed directly by its owner who will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Alan is an architect and this home is his passion project, he has spent the past 20 years meticulously crafting the home down to the last brick. His wife Lana has plenty of experience in short-term letting and is such a warm, hospitable person who understands exactly what is expected in a luxury stay.

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