The Carriage At Ely Paddintton

£170.00 per night

There’s nothing boring about boarding this train. Instead of your usual cramped commute, as you enter the Paddington suite of Carriage Ely, your eyes are immediately drawn to the opulent fittings, luxury king size bed with feather duvet and huge windows that fill the space with light. This is more ‘Orient Express’ than ‘07:46 to London Euston’. Lovingly restored and converted, the Paddington suite boasts modern luxuries and mod-cons combined with nods to the carriage’s former role. Place your luggage in the overhead storage bins and settle down to a meal on the original table and chairs, still with their old upholstery! Full-length roller blinds ensure you get plenty of privacy, while the modern air-conditioning system keeps the temperature just right. In the mornings, prepare breakfast in the fully-fitted kitchen and sip on fresh coffee from the fine cups and mugs. There are no cardboard disposable cups here! In the warmer months, enjoy your own private outdoor area. Relax on large outdoor sofas before dining alfresco on the outdoor tables and chairs. For when the evenings draw in, there’s a fire pit for keeping warm, roasting marshmallows and creating an inviting atmosphere. After a long day, sink into the soothing bubbles of the hot tub and let the stresses of modern life soak away. When it’s time to head to bed, retire to your large, luxury king size bed with a feather duvet and drift off dreaming of the next day’s adventures. Nestled in the Cambridgeshire countryside, near the cathedral city of Ely, there’s plenty for adventurous couples to do. Explore the history of the area at Ely Cathedral, Oliver Cromwell’s House or Ely Museum, or take in the natural beauty of The Fens with plenty of places for walking, cycling and boating. Further afield, wander the woods of Thetford Forest, go bird watching at Kingfishers Bridge Nature Reserve or explore the historic city of Cambridge. Get lost in winding alleyways, go punting on the River Cam and stop in one of the many cafes, restaurants and pubs.