Holiday Homes and Cottages Cambridgeshire
In a county littered with evidence that suggests it was home to some of the earliest Neolithic settlements in England, holiday cottages in Cambridgeshire have always proved popular with people whose interest in history has prompted them to seek locations so rich in relics and remains that they can devote an entire vacation to investigating as many archaeological sites and as they can. While the region's greatest number of artefacts from the Stone, Bronze and Iron Ages have been discovered throughout the landscapes to the east of Cambridgeshire, holiday homes in the towns and villages that are scattered around Ely will not only promise to be within easy reach of many of them but also provide an opportunity to explore the incredible architectural heritage of a city renowned for its magnificent medieval cathedral.
While Peterborough makes that two cathedral cities in the same region of England, bed and breakfasts and self catering holiday homes in Cambridgeshire are often sought after by history-lovers during any season of the year, particularly when you won't have far to go to find a building with an ancient past or a location with a fascinating story to tell. Of course the extraordinary quantity of 13th and 14th century chapels and colleges of Cambridge University are extremely well-known and attract scholars and historians from all over the world, but they could take some time to investigate thoroughly. So unless you happen to be studying there anyway, renting a holiday home in Cambridge will put you close enough to the university that you could be within walking distance - or even a bike ride away if you want to adopt the more traditional form of transport used around the university grounds!
The scenic landscapes of the fenlands of East Anglia may not cover as much of this eastern part of England as they did in Roman times, but a cottage rental in Cambridgeshire could put you on the doorstep of one of the largest and best-protected areas of these ancient wetland environments - the nature reserve of Wicken Fen also being the oldest in England, so you can't escape a deep sense of history when the region can boast such a unique natural heritage as well. Being surrounded by nature may be all you require from a holiday and when cottage rentals in Cambridgeshire can be found in situations of peaceful rural seclusion you couldn't hope for a finer solution to a hectic city lifestyle. Relaxing in the comfort and privacy of a charming country cottage is perfect for re-charging the batteries, but as you won't have to travel far to find some some fabulous shopping, dining and entertainment facilities in Ely, Peterborough or Cambridge, holiday rentals in the countryside can still ensure that you enjoy a comprehensive experience of the county's diverse personality with a little urban culture to liven up an over-dose of rustic bliss!