About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: Kew Gardens & National Archives in Richmond upon Thames offers a homestay experience with free WiFi and full-day security. Paid on-site private parking is available for guests. Modern Amenities: The property features a tea and coffee maker, hairdryer, refrigerator, work desk, free toiletries, microwave, shower, carpeted floors, TV, electric kettle, wardrobe, and toaster. Private and shared bathrooms include baths and garden views. Convenient Location: Located 16 km from London Heathrow Airport, the homestay is an 8-minute walk from Kew Gardens. Nearby attractions include Boston Manor (3.7 km), Northfields (3.9 km), and Twickenham Stadium (6 km). Guests can enjoy kayaking or canoeing in the surrounding area. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated by guests for its friendly host, convenient location, and beautiful garden.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

    • Private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
1 double bed
1 single bed
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1 double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Charlie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Alicia and Paul were lovely hosts - very kind and welcoming. The location was excellent for access to Kew. There are lots of great restaurants, cafes and travel connections.
  • Lucian-mihai
    Romania Romania
    The host was very friendly and accommodating with a late arrival. The room and bathroom were very clean and the location is easy to reach from the Underground.
  • Marina
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location was perfect had a wonderful greeting from the owner and the room was just lovely so bright and had everything we needed....
  • Jacqui
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location was perfect for our trip to Kew Gardens and surrounding cafes etc. The fan was a godsend in the 30 degree heat this weekend
  • Marc-andré
    Canada Canada
    The host gave me a warm welcome. Everything was ready when I got there and everything was perfect.
  • Susan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Exactly as described, clean and comfortable. Hosts were most welcoming, took time to show me around. Lovely property with character, location was ideal to get to different places around London.
  • Martina
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Big room in a big house, bed very comfortable. Would stay again.
  • Kathryn
    United States United States
    Big room, Microwave and glasses/silverware available.
  • Dee_jay
    Australia Australia
    Close to Kew Gardens and station/shops and bus 110. Also short walk to Archives and Kew Retail park, from where another bus leaves. Very central and safe location. About 20 mins walk to Richmond, where there is a large Sainsbury. Other...
  • Peter
    New Zealand New Zealand
    I got my own meals. I stayed here fourteen years ago and I found this time as enjoyable as the first.

Hosted by Alicia

9.4
Host review score
Alicia
Our Edwardian family home in the centre of Kew Gardens is ready to welcome you. Only a few minutes walk from all amenities including the National Archives and Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. The District Line Underground is a 5 minute walk.
Alicia and her husband Paul have lived in various countries around the world, including the Middle East, Tanzania and Vietnam.
Languages spoken: English,French

Property surroundings

House rules

Kew Gardens & National Archives takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 12:00 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 10 years are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 07:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Kew Gardens & National Archives in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

This property is located in a residential area and guests are asked to refrain from excessive noise.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.