Your Home Away From Home in Beautiful St Albans
We're absolutely thrilled you've chosen our home for your St Albans adventure! You're about to experience this historic city like true locals.
8 mins to station • 8 mins to town center
3 bed, 2 bath with smart features
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15 Vickers Mews, St Albans, AL1 1AX
Postcode for deliveries: AL1 1AX
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Park in front of the house. No permit or restrictions.
Located on the left wall beside the garage door
Code sent via WhatsApp on arrival day
Network: LEOPOLD
Password: Sent on arrival day
High-speed internet throughout the house
All beds will be made and ready for you on arrival.
Fresh towels are provided for your use.
| Appliance | Location | Best Settings |
|---|---|---|
| Washing Machine | Ground floor, 2nd door right | Eco 40/60 Mode |
| Dishwasher | Kitchen | ECO |
| Top Oven | Kitchen (upper position) | Microwave & oven combo |
| Bottom Oven | Kitchen (lower position) | Traditional oven |
| Air Fryer | Counter (cream oven) | Follow built-in presets |
| Vacuum / Hoover | Upstairs: boiler cupboard Downstairs: under the stairs |
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Each room has its own thermostat for temperature control. The house is super insulated, so it maintains a comfortable 20°C throughout — you won't get cold!
No shoes upstairs (carpeted floors)
Ground floor OK
Not inside or on balconies
Garden only
If you break something major, message us immediately. No judgment — accidents happen!
Motorised and delicate — use the remote only, handle gently. Do not pull or push by hand.
Borders: auto-watered
Water pots if sunny
Store in the large storage boxes when not in use (garden & balcony)
No animals inside the property please
Quiet after midnight
Help yourself to pantry items
General waste (indoor kitchen bag)
General rubbish — out Tuesday night for Wednesday collection
Plastic & glass (indoor kitchen bag)
Plastics & bottles (outdoor, through garden gate)
Beautiful Roman ruins, peaceful lake, and expansive green spaces perfect for walks
Ancient, stunning cathedral with incredible history and peaceful atmosphere
Step back in time with fascinating Roman history and well-preserved ruins
Independent local productions and shows in an intimate setting
Every Wednesday & Saturday - perfect for local finds and fresh produce
Great rainy-day option with local history and rotating exhibitions
Fantastic local farm shop with fresh, seasonal produce and local specialties
Beautiful hotel with excellent spa treatments and restaurant - perfect for a special treat
Beautiful Victorian park with lovely gardens, lake, and peaceful walking paths - perfect for a relaxing afternoon
England's largest new native forest - perfect for longer walks and cycling
Access from the gate at the end of our street! Former railway line, now a peaceful walking route
Beautiful countryside walk to historic Gorhambury. Stop at Prae Wood Arms - a lovely country pub/restaurant perfect for lunch during your walk!
Perfect scenic route from our house! Take the Alban Way (gate at end of street), connect to the River Ver trail, walk through town center, and end at Verulamium Park. A beautiful journey through St Albans' best spots!
The St Albans City Train Station is just an easy 8-minute walk from the house. Simply head down Camp Road and follow signs toward the station.
The ticket office staff are always very friendly and helpful — if you’re unsure about tickets, trains, or the best route, they’ll be happy to help.
If you’re planning multiple trips into London, consider Carnet Tickets. They’re flexible bundles of discounted singles that can be used at any time.
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Learn more or buy online: Thameslink Carnet Tickets
Thameslink Carnet Tickets
For the latest train times and service updates, visit:
Trains from St Albans City → London St Pancras International run every 10–15 minutes and take around 20 minutes.
All cleaning supplies are located under the kitchen sink and in utility areas. Please use appropriate products for different surfaces.
30 minutes before: Start the checklist above
15 minutes before: Final walk-through of the house
Just before leaving: Return keys to safe and test the lock
We hope you've had an absolutely wonderful stay in St Albans and that it has captured your heart as much as it has ours.
Thank you for treating our home with such care and respect — it means the world to us.