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City chic meets country comfort in a stylish home-from-home for grown-ups.
Total rural relaxation… and the dog can come too.
Escape to your very own pastoral hideaway with everything you need to relax and do things your own way, in your own time.
• Stunning English Countryside • Private Japanese Outdoor Whirlpool Tub • Unique in-room pantry • Netflix • Luxury Bathrooms
Check in days: Mon, Wed or Friday: 2 night minimum stay.
Check in is 4pm.
Check out 11am.
Weekend stays: We believe in lazy Sundays, therefore when you book a weekend stay ending on a Sunday there is no check out time - so you can have the longest ever lay in and check out at 3pm if you wish, or spend the entire Sunday and leave for home at 11pm, or even just go back to bed and check out anytime before 11am on Monday.
House Rules
Pet-friendlyNot suitable for childrenNo smoking
A max of 3 dogs are allowed per retreat.
A charge of £30 per booking is added to cover additional dog costs (this will be added after booking where necessary).
Strictly NO SMOKING or EATING in the Outdoor Bath and NO DOGS in the outdoor bath. Please alert us to any broken glass so that we can ensure thorough clear up for future guests.
Bedrooms
1 King
Bathrooms
1 Attached (ensuite)
Meet the host
VICKY S
Hosting since June 2018
Languages spoken: English
Response Time: Within a few hours
Interaction with guests: Both retreats are equipped with door-lock codes which are sent to you 3 days prior to your arrival. This allows you to arrive at any time after the official check in time. There is also a door code to the main door for added security.
We live next door and are always available for any emergency questions via whats app. When you book with us we will send a very detailed email explaining everything you can look forward to in the retreats, the local area and suggestions on walks, pubs and days out.
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What a wonderful treat!
I had the pleasure of staying at the Bethnal retreat with my dog last week. It was exactly what I was looking for. A beautiful, peaceful environment surrounded by nature and wildlife.
The owners have thought of everything. The bed and pillows were like sleeping in a cloud. The stocked larder and pantry meant if you'd forgotten anything there was plenty of choice for food, drinks or treats. My pup Artie soon sniffed out a treat for himself in the cabinet so of course I couldn't say no 🥰.
The jacuzzi was heaven. I played badminton. Walks were heavenly.
When I left I took with me 6 fresh eggs 😍
I will definitely be back
Visited August 2024
Written 31 August 2024. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Sydney W
1 contribution
Bethnal stay! 10/10
The weekend was amazing from start to finish. Hosts were so friendly and accommodating (we booked a day before). Bed was like a cloud, the pantry had the best options and the ease of having meals ready to cook was a great addition! The outdoor bath was amazing, even with the bad weather it was so cosy and quiet we can’t wait to return!!
Visited July 2024
Written 10 July 2024. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Dan C
1 contribution
AMAZING!!!!!
Amazing place! We loved every minute of it. The decor was so cool and unique. The owners had thought of absolutely everything, from the food and drink to the bath bombs and their recommendations. The area was lovely and the pub called the sword in hand is definitely worth a visit too! The steaks we had delivered were incredible. We will certainly be back! Thank you Bethnal & Bec for an unforgettable experience!
Visited July 2024
Written 7 July 2024. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Joanne H
1 contribution
Take me back!!!!
Take two exhausted ragged parents drop them off to the wonderful Bethnal & Bec and oh my…. Chris & Vicky have thought of everything- it is idlyic. If you need to have head space, relax and feel completely chilled then go.
We spent two nights in Bethnal and was lucky to have a night in the Foaling Box . I am missing it already and cannot wait to go back! Thank you both and the children for a wonderful break x
Visited June 2024
Written 28 June 2024. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
DCee12
London, United Kingdom9 contributions
The best staycation!
Not a single thing , hadn’t been thought of or catered for! This is one of the best staycation I can even imagine taking. Just an hour or outside of London, my partner and I stayed for a a weekend to relax and recharge and it was perfect. The communication beforehand was amazing with lots of recommendations on things to do locally as well as lots of how to vids on how to make all the tech and amenities work whilst you are there. My partner ed and I did a little shop before hand and had one of the pre-orderered food box, which was fantastic. The breakfast box, the teas and coffee and free tipple were just really lovely thoughtful touches and the honesty pantry is fab if you didn’t bring your own stuff or just fancy a treat and most if not all of the items were supporting other local business which is just fab too. Everything about this place was just so comfy and romantic, I will not stop telling my friends about here and will definitely be booking again.
Visited May 2024
Written 7 May 2024. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Emily M
2 contributions
Magical staycation of dreams 💘
This was my 6th time staying in Bethnal. It is truly my happy place. Vicky and Chris have thought about all the little touches that make a staycation/retreat magical and special. The comfort levels are top tier! Bethnal and Bec provides fun (games, vinyls, big screens, pizza oven, jacuzzis, a cheeky tipple) with romance and serenity. I’ve been as a solo traveller with my pooch, but also in a couple. Both experiences are just as lovely. It is peaceful and lovely in the meadow/paddock and you have amazing walks and pubs on your doorstep. cant recommend enough ❤️
Visited April 2024
Written 22 April 2024. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Amelia B
3 contributions
Lovely place to stay
Lovely place to stay! We enjoyed the local area and the amenities. The projecter, record player and outdoor bath were a fun touch
Visited March 2024
Written 18 March 2024. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Arpana P
1 contribution
Cosy staycation
I enjoyed a wonderful solo staycation at Bethnal which is such a stylish place to spend some time. The little touches such as the breakfast box and staples larder made things simple. The whole apartment made me feel cocooned and I loved it. I also booked a facial & massage from Tiny House Retreats which were on the extensive list of extras and suggestions to be found in the guest book. It was the perfect place to take some time out from life.
Visited February 2024
Written 27 February 2024. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Omar L
1 contribution
Amazing !!
What a fantastic staycation we had!! Would highly recommend as our stay was amazing from start to finish. I told Chris that I wish I'd brought a dog with me just so we could take advantage of all the things they'd prepared for the pets. The jacuzzi outside was used extensively even in the cold January air. Do yourself a favour and get to bethnal and bec x
Visited January 2024
Written 21 February 2024. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Sorcha P
1 contribution
Complete hibernation
My partner and I have just returned from a short break away.
We live in Central London so were looking for complete hibernation.
We had planned on going for walks in the country and nice pub lunches but ended up not leaving the retreat. We literally hid away playing music, games, eating and drinking. We loved the hot tub even though it was raining we sat outside for hours.
The App provided with all the instructions was a brilliant idea. The honest pantry was a great idea. The hosts literally thought of everything.
We had a fabulous break away. We will definitely be back in the summer.
Visited February 2024
Written 20 February 2024. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Beautiful English countryside.
Close to London & Cambridge.
Getting around
Car if you want to explore.
But we’re designed for you to arrive and do nothing!
Access
Car advised
How to get there
We are just 23 minutes from London Kings Cross!
From there we are a 15 minute drive from Stevenage Station. There lots of taxis outside the station who will charge between £20-£30 each way.
Our closest airports are London Stansted (32 km) and London Luton (34 km).
We have a carport for two cars for the exclusive use of our guests. If you will be bringing more than one car, please let us know and we can advise where to park the second car.
Activities nearby
Fishing spots availableGolf course (within 30 mins drive)Horse riding facilitiesWatersports
Things to know
Check in / out timings
Check in after 4 pm • Check out by 11 am
Cancellation policy
100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
50% refund* if you cancel at least 8 weeks before check-in
25% refund* if you cancel at least 4 weeks before check-in
No refund available once booking is confirmed
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