Snaptrip says
Kub House is consistently praised for its comfort, cleanliness, and thoughtful design. Guests appreciate the peaceful location, high-quality furnishings, and well-equipped facilities. The property's immersion in nature and proximity to walking trails and quaint towns like Berkhamsted are frequently mentioned. The private garden and wildlife add to the charm, making it a recommended retreat for both relaxation and adventure.
Guests that stayed at this property said
Reviewers are highly impressed with the cleanliness of Kub House, often describing it as immaculate and highlighting the excellent standard maintained throughout the property.
The location is highly praised for its peacefulness, proximity to nature, and accessibility to local attractions and London, making it an ideal spot for both country walks and city visits.
Guests find Kub House to be very comfortable, with quality furnishings and a cosy atmosphere. The clever use of space and insulation contribute to the overall comfort, although a few guests noted the sofa was low.
The facilities are generally well-regarded, with a fully equipped kitchen and quality cookware. However, some guests suggested minor improvements such as a shelf in the shower and maintenance of the outdoor space.
While guests express satisfaction with the information pack and the responsive hosts, there is no mention of gifts or special touches that would fall under the category of thoughtfulness. Therefore, this score is set to null.
About this property
Found on a tranquil no-through road, Kub House sits between the attractive towns of Berkhamsted and Tring on the outskirts of Wigginton, deep in the Hertfordshire countryside. The peaceful greenery around it gives Kub House an atmosphere very distant from the city, yet it’s no more than 10 minutes by cab from the mainline stations of Tring and Berkhamsted, and 40 minutes from London Euston. Kub House has its own gated off-road parking, and from there it’s a short walk along a private shingle path to the front door, passing the neat, south-facing garden with its wooden furniture and fire pit. Refurbished by the owners with thoughtfulness and care, the oak-floored, galley-style kitchen has a sleek black finish capped with wooden worktops and all the appliances you’ll need for your self-catered stay. The open plan feel of the kitchen, dining area and living room creates a connection to the garden featuring native and evergreen trees that attract wildlife, including deer. The dining area beyond the kitchen is perfectly scaled for one or two, with high stools and a table that allows you to enjoy a framed view of the garden. It’s the perfect place for a romantic dinner, a casual lunch or a relaxed breakfast.
In the living room, opposite the integrated wall-mounted smart TV, is a sofa long enough to allow plenty of indulgent lounging. There are magazines, books and board games, and a spacious desk beside a window overlooking the garden. Kub House has broadband, so you’ll stay connected. Beyond the kitchen and living area an internal hallway leads to a bedroom providing a king-size bed, bedside tables, a dressing table, and chair overhung with a large ornate mirror. Just outside the bedroom is a separate dressing area with a bespoke mirrored wardrobe and a place to store your luggage. Opposite the bedroom, across the hallway, is a well-lit, sparkling and generously sized shower room providing a tiled corner shower, a fitted WC and a basin. Fresh towels are warmed on a large towel radiator and there’s plenty of space for your toiletries and accessories on the deep wooden windowsill. You’ll find Kub House a very comfortable and relaxing space with the added benefit of plenty to enjoy when you venture out including, if you fancy it, a 10-minute walk to Champneys, Britain’s original health spa. Set in 170 acres, you can kick-back and book day or evening spas here, the house reached via a tunnel of trees worthy of the finest Downton-esque country pile. Further afield Berkhamsted and Tring offer a wide selection of restaurants, from Thai to Turkish, Italian to Indian and contemporary to Chinese. There are plenty of independent shops and cafes too, some with familiar names, some unique to the area. There’s also a choice of some excellent quality takeaways, should you fancy a snug night in. Apart from fabulous country walks starting from the moment you step outside; a notable local attraction includes the Art Deco Rex cinema in Berkhamsted. Reckoned to be one of the finest picture houses in Britain, it screens over 30 movies monthly, from mainstream blockbusters to the best foreign films. There’s a bar offering snacks, and downstairs you can leisurely consume them while viewing the screen from opulent swivelling velvet armchairs. Another Berkhamsted highlight is Home and Colonial, an intriguing multi-floor antiques emporium, with a beautiful double frontage and instagrammable café and interior. Tring isn’t short of memorable activities either, including a somewhat unexpected extension of London’s Natural History Museum. Built in 1889 to house the incredible and slightly bonkers private collections of Walter Rothschild, a keen zoologist and eccentric, it’s a short walk away from beautiful Tring Park. If you fancy seeing exotic live animals rather than the stuffed kind, Whipsnade Zoo is a 20-minute drive away. Further afield are the fascinating Henry Moore studios at Perry Green, their gardens showcasing his sculptures from July to November. Kub House is ideally placed for exploring the Chiltern Hills on foot, on bikes or by car. This refreshingly un-crowded Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty offers many beautiful trails and walks, while cyclists can indulge the 173 miles of the circular Chilterns Cycleway (part of which runs along the bottom of our road) taking you through Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire, Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire. Being less than 40 miles from the centre of London, Kub House is also within easy reach of attractions like the Warner Bros. London Studio Tour (great for Harry Potter fans) and Wembley Stadium, as well as Kew Gardens, Hampton Court Palace, Twickenham and more practically, Heathrow and Luton Airports.Whether you’re in the mood to explore, eat, drink or simply chill, Kub House offers an idyllic retreat for two, or, just for you.
Wigginton is a village found in Hertfordshire resting on the edge of the Chiltern Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Home to a local village shop and a pub, this is a great base for a holiday in the heart of England, with many great attractions all around, including ZSL Whipsnade Zoo, Warner Bros. Studio Tour London, Chiltern Hills, Colne Valley Regional Park and National Trust Ashrudge Estate. Enjoy day trips to London, Oxford, Aylesbury and St Albans.
Accommodation
All-ground-floor.
One king-size bedroom.
Shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Open-plan living room with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
Gas central heating.
Gas oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine.
TV and broadband WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for two cars through private gated driveway.
Garden with lawn, gravelled area, seating, firepit and deck chairs.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 2.2 miles, pub 1.8 miles.
Note: There is one step up to the property.
Please note: Kub House The owners of Kub House live next door but Kub House benefits from its own separate entrance, driveway and garden.
Nearby points of interest
- ZSL Whipsnade Zoo
- Chiltern Open Air Museum
- Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter
- Stockwood Discovery Centre
- Verulamium Museum
- Cassiobury Park
- Waddesdon Manor
- Cliveden House
Reviews (23)
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Rob
A UK kingsize bed is unfortunately small compared to a EU standard bed and 30cm narrower compared to a EU kingsize. The bed was still ok-ish, the real setback is the seating. As mentioned in other reviews the couch needs a workaround, the other seating was also only for looks but not for use. Proper seating would make this cottage one we would return. Unfortunately the owners have ignored many signals. Also the fridge and dishwasher were the noisiest we ever had. Both sounded like a broken coffeegrinder. Otherwise still a lovely cottage, with mentioned improvements we would definitely recommend.
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Alice
Just right. Thank you.
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Emmajane
And immaculately clean. Very peaceful. And pleasantly warm. The only thing that annoyed me was that I was asked to empty all the bins. And I forgot to empty the bathroom one. But felt the rate I paid was steep enough to cover that, plus the stripping the bed! I've never had to do that before leaving a property before. I'm always happy to leave things tidy. But I felt this was a bit excessive. There was also an odd noise, like a low hum, that went on for long periods in the evening/nighttime. I couldn't figure out was it was, but it sounded like a car with its engine running just outside. But it wasn't that. It unnerved me a little, and kept me awake a couple of times. So I didn't sleep as well as I expected. Apart from that, the bed was super-comfy, and lovely that the duvet wasn't too big and heavy! Everything else was fab!