Circa 1880

Circa 1880: Berkshire

This postcard-pretty cottage set in the heart of historic Windsor may have old bones (circa. 1880), but inside, the home has been lovingly renovated throughout for modern living. Free-flowing, white-washed spaces unite the ground floor. There's a sleek, contemporary kitchen to rustle up lazy brunches and a cosy sitting room with a velvet-clad sofa beckoning you to curl up. While upstairs in the eaves, the two bedrooms are as light-filled and serene as the next.

When it’s time to soak up the grandeur of Windsor, the town centre is an easy fifteen-minute amble away for an afternoon mooching about the expensive boutiques, with pitstops at its grand cafes and bars along the way. Or don your glad rags for an afternoon at Windsor Racecourse – you’ll be onto a winner.

Home truths:
*There is free, on-street parking outside the home and the surrounding streets, and a free car park is a three-minute walk away
*Pets are welcome at this home
*There is a narrow staircase within the home which may be unsuitable for guests with restricted mobility
*At full occupancy, the dining table and sitting area may be a little tight
*If you’re travelling as a larger group, your host manages another two-bedroom house on the same road – contact your host directly
*The cottage contains a device monitoring noise levels (does not record sounds), temperature, and motion to ensure you have a pleasant stay and neighbours are not disturbed