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Two Hours from London

Water Lily Lodge, Essex

Published 13th July 2022 · Updated 11th December 2026

Go from rat race to happy place with these lovely country escapes, all only about two hours from the big smoke.

Best romantic cabins near London

You could be lighting the fire and watching the stars come out at one of these peaceful country cabins, all two hours or less from London. See our full collection of cabins near-ish to London.

Jungle Cabin

Dover - Kent

Sleeps 2

A luxurious, hand-built cabin hidden in a lush, tropical garden with a private hot tub, just a few miles from the charming coastal town of Deal, Kent.

Dusk Cabin at The Wild Root

Little Kingshill - Buckinghamshire

Sleeps 2

Beautiful light-filled cabin in the Buckinghamshire countryside with outdoor copper bath and peaceful views.

Reconnect Cabin

Hitchin - Hertfordshire

Sleeps 2

Relax, switch off and reconnect in this contemporary cabin with a lovely outdoor bathtub in rural Hertfordshire.

Woodland Cabin

Cirencester - Gloucestershire

Sleeps 2

Reconnect with nature while relaxing in the private hot tub at this luxury woodland cabin in Barnsley, a quiet village in the Cotswolds.

The Trap

Ongar - Essex

Sleeps 2

Sleep under the stars in a gorgeous cabin on ancient farmland just one hour from London in Essex.

The Snuggery

Cuxton - Kent

Sleeps 2

Become immersed in the beautiful Kent countryside at The Snuggery, a getaway located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the pretty hamlet of Upper Bush on the North Downs.

Birch View Cabin

Peterborough - Northamptonshire

Sleeps 4

Tranquil woodland cabin retreat near Oundle in East Northamptonshire with hot tub and birch grove views.

The Nook

Ongar - Essex

2 +2

Secluded little house on three acres of private farmland in Essex with a hot tub and a pretty pond.

Hidey-Hole Cabin

Ticehurst - East Sussex

Sleeps 2

Open plan cabin for two in the picturesque East Sussex countryside with nice views, private deck, and cinema-style projector.

Cotswolds Pavilion

Chipping Norton - Oxfordshire

Sleeps 2

Delightful 30 foot long studio with wood burner and south facing veranda for BBQs in the rolling countryside of Idbury, Chipping Norton.

Hawthorn Hideaway

Horsham - West Sussex

Sleeps 2

This charming shepherds hut offers couples or pairs of friends a fabulous stay on a working farm with a private hot tub and luxurious outdoor bath.

The Red Cabin Rolvenden

Rolvenden - Kent

3+1

Beautiful cabin with contemporary Scandi interiors offering a peaceful retreat in the Kent countryside with a hot tub, sauna, plunge pool and log burner.

Sleep Wild

Banbury - Oxon

Sleeps Two cabins sleeping 4

Charming cabins surrounded by wild meadows - the perfect spot for couples and solo travellers to unwind and relax in tranquillity on the edge of the Cotswolds.

Hazel Tree Cabin at Chiltern Yurt Retreat

Wendover - Buckinghamshire

Sleeps 2

Cosy and quaint cabin in the Chiltern Hills with an outdoor bathtub, hammock, firepit, hot tub and sauna.

Best treehouses near London

Be out-of-office and up a tree within about two hours, at one of these fabulous treehouse hideaways. See our full collection of treehouses two hours from London.

HappenOak Treehouse

Balsham - Cambridgeshire

Sleeps 2

A luxurious and romantic treehouse for two with an outdoor bath, Finnish-style sauna and views across the Cambridgeshire countryside.

Hoots Treehouses

Mayfield - East Sussex

2 per treehouse

Luxurious designed treehouses in East Sussex with all the creature comforts, an outdoor bath, gas BBQs and gorgeous decks overlooking nature.

The Old Oak at Coleman's Farm

Ongar - Essex

Sleeps 2

A magical treehouse in Essex where a fabulous oak tree is literally part of the furniture

Two Pines Treehouse

Peterborough - Northamptonshire

Sleeps 2

Enchanting treehouse retreat in rural East Northamptonshire amid 90-acre nature reserve with stunning views and deluxe outdoor bathtub.

TreeDwellers

Witney Rd - Oxfordshire

2-4 per treehouse

Reconnect with nature in these striking, luxury treehouses nestled amongst the ancient woodlands of the Cotswolds.

Bensfield Treehouse

Wadhurst - East Sussex

Sleeps 2

Enjoy a peaceful stay in an East Sussex wood near Wadhurst at this beautiful treehouse with an outdoor freestanding bathtub.

Tree House Retreats

Midhurst - West Sussex

Sleeps 4

Stunning treehouses with a sauna and romantic outdoor baths, nestled among the canopies in acres of ancient woodland in the heart of West Sussex.

The Oakey Koakey Treehouse

Ticehurst - East Sussex

2 adults + 2 children

Family-friendly treehouse with wraparound decking, set beside a private meadow surrounded by Sussex woodland.

Cedar Hollow Treehouse

Oxford - Oxfordshire

2-6 people

A fairy-tale treehouse in the enchanting Oxfordshire woodlands, with swimming pool, hot tub and tennis court

Best lakeside cabins near London

Ripples on the water, the wind in the reeds, maybe a duck swimming by - peace at last at one of these lovely lakeside cabins. See all our cabins near lakes and rivers (use the map to zoom in to your preferred location).

Little Wren

Colchester - Essex

Sleeps 2

A dreamy cabin for two on the shores of a lake in peaceful rural Essex.

The Lakeside Lodge

Thorpe le Soken - Essex

Sleeps 2

A stylish lakeside cabin for two with cinema screen, wild swimming and outdoor tub, in rural northern Essex.

Tack Barn

Lewes - East Sussex

2 adults + 1 under 1.

A beautiful eco-friendly hideaway in woods beside a lake in the Sussex countryside.

The Boat House

Lewes - East Sussex

Sleeps 4

Lakeside boathouse retreat in rural Sussex with a private deck, peaceful lake views and tranquil farm setting.

Island Lodge

Cirencester - Gloucestershire

Sleeps 2

An architect-designed lakeside lodge on 55-acres of private estate in the Gloucestershire Cotswolds, boasting a private decking area for fishing or al fresco dining.

Lakeside Lodges

Maidstone - Kent

Sleeps 2

Four luxurious, tranquil lakeside lodges with views of the Great Water, private decks, outdoor baths and lavish interiors in Kent.

Weavers Rest

Biddenden - Kent

2-4

Live in harmony with nature at this Scandi-style waterside retreat on a stunning Tudor estate in Kent. Chic designer living with a view.

The Raft at Chigborough

Chigborough - Essex

Sleeps 4

An exceptional way to experience life on the water, with room for four in this floating lake cabin on the Essex coast. There’s a hot tub, a boat and an inviting covered deck

Water Lily Lodge

White Colne - Essex

Sleeps 6

A beautifully secluded farm location and lake views right outside - Water Lily Lodge will introduce you to the hidden countryside of the Colne Valley

Best cottages & barns near London

Settle in, kettle on and feet up in two hours or less, at one of these cosy cottages and barns. See all our cottages and barns two hours or so from London.

Otium Wine Estate

Alton - Hampshire

Sleeps 2

Luxurious oak barn retreats on a Hampshire vineyard with South Downs views, private balconies and roll-top baths.

The Hovel at Housedean

Lewes - East Sussex

Sleeps 2

Romantic converted barn in the South Downs National Park with a private patio and wood-burning stove, close to Brighton and Lewes.

The Hay Loft at Eye Hall

Cambridge - Cambridgeshire

Sleeps 2

Luxurious Grade II listed barn conversion in the Cambridgeshire countryside with a hot tub and underfloor heating, a romantic escape for two.

Oast Apartment

Sevenoaks - Kent

Sleeps 2

Unique apartment in the rondel of an oast house with uninterrupted views across pretty Kent countryside.

Cowshot Manor Barn

Woking - Surrey

Sleeps 2

An awesome, spacious, yet cosy barn with 21st century comforts and super views, located in the Surrey countryside.

Dairy Barn

Blackham Nr Tunbridge Wells - Kent

Sleeps 2

Enjoy a romantic retreat in the Kent countryside at this cosy barn for two with a hot tub and scenic views.

Woolmers

Bishops Stortford - Essex

Sleeps 4

Contemporary cottage set on 180-acres of Hertfordshire farmland. A luxury country retreat that sleeps up to four people.

Millers

Bishops Stortford - Essex

Sleeps 4

Contemporary barn-style holiday cottage on a working farm in North Essex, perfect for couples or family escapes to the countryside.

Silhouette's Stable

Chichester - West Sussex

Sleeps 4

Stunning converted stable with hot tub in the beautiful South Downs National Park.

Little Burpham Cottage

Arundel - West Sussex

Sleeps 5

A charming, historic Grade II listed cottage, beautifully refurbished and set among the rolling green hills of the South Downs.

Well Cottage

Ramsden - Oxfordshire

Sleeps 6

A lovingly restored, stylish 17th century cottage on the fringes of the Cotswolds, just a short drive from the historic city of Oxford.

A Barn

Houghton - West Sussex

Sleeps 6

Beautiful barn conversion in the South Downs with luxury rooms that allow you to enjoy the peace and tranquility all around you.

The Barn at Honeybridge Estate

Ashurst - West Sussex

8 + 4 kids

Beautiful barn conversion with a hot tub on a private estate in the Sussex countryside, perfect for rural escapes with family or friends.

Best family stays near London

Spacious getaways near London for families or friends - we're thinking country walks, dinner round the table and movie nights on the sofas. See all our larger properties around two hours from London.