Shortmead Cottage

Biggleswade, SG18 0FG, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.7/10! <small>(score from <b>9</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
a dining room with a table and a fireplace at Shortmead Cottage in Biggleswade
a living room with a bed and a fireplace at Shortmead Cottage in Biggleswade
an old brick house with a patio in front of it at Shortmead Cottage in Biggleswade
a bedroom with a bed and two lamps and a window at Shortmead Cottage in Biggleswade
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Shortmead Cottage

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9.1
Scored 9.1
Superb
Rated superb
9 reviews
  • Entire home
  • 1130 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Garden
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Parking on site

Located 35 km from University of Cambridge, 39 km from Woburn Abbey and 43 km from Hatfield House, Shortmead Cottage features accommodation set in Biggleswade. The property is around 45 km from Milton Keynes Bowl, 45 km from Bletchley Park and 48 km from Audley End House. The property is non-smoking and is situated 29 km from Knebworth House. The holiday home has 2 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Featuring free private parking, this 4-star holiday home also features free WiFi. There is also a seating area and a fireplace. Guests at the holiday home can enjoy cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden. Cainhoe Castle is 15 km from Shortmead Cottage. The nearest airport is London Luton Airport, 36 km from the accommodation.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Free private parking available on-site

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
10
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  • Steven
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Everything finished to an exceptional standard. Very homely and very comfortable. Didn’t find one thing missing, everything thought through considerately for the guest.”
  • Russell
    Australia Australia
    “The cottage location is lovely, the cottage is clean and comfortable.”

Managed by Sykes Holiday Cottages

Company review score: 9.1Based on 76,648 reviews from 21775 properties
21775 managed properties

Company information

Sykes Holiday Cottages is an independent holiday cottage rental agency, with the finest selection of holidays across the UK and Ireland. Whether it’s a family-friendly holiday, a pet-friendly holiday or an activity and adventure-filled holiday, find your ideal UK break with Sykes Holiday Cottages. Our sister brands include Abersoch Quality Homes, Best of Suffolk, Carbis Bay Holidays, Character Cottages, Coast and Country Cottages, Coast and Country Holidays, Cornish Cottage Holidays, Dream Cottages, Heart of the Lakes, Helpful Holidays, Hideaways, Hogans Irish Cottages, John Bray, Lakes Cottage Holidays, Lake District Lodge Holidays, Lakelovers, Manor Cottages, Menai Holidays, Northumbria Coast & Country, Welsh Coast and Country Cottages and Yorkshire Coastal Cottages, and our family extends as far as Bachcare in New Zealand.

Property information

Shortmead Cottage is a Victorian farm cottage situated on the Shortmead Estate, behind the owner's 18th century manor house, one mile from Biggleswade in Bedfordshire. This cottage sleeps four people in two bedrooms, consisting of one double and one twin, as well as a bathroom with free-standing double-ended bath and walk-in shower. The cottage also has a kitchen with dining area and a sitting room with study area and multi-fuel stove. Outside there is off road parking for two cars and lawned gardens with patio, furniture and small vegetable plot. Shortmead Cottage is an ideal holiday home for visiting the many nearby attractions, including London, which can be reached in less than 40 minutes by train. Note: Please contact us to discuss a Friday arrival during the Christmas & New Year period.

Neighbourhood information

The Bedfordshire market town of Biggleswade is an ideal base for exploring the neighbouring counties of Essex, Suffolk and Hertfordshire. Biggleswade offers shops, restaurants and takeaways, plus just three miles away is the Shuttleworth Collection, which is an aeronautical and automotive museum located at the Old Warden airfield. Just 20 miles away is Woburn Abbey with its famous safari park, and London can be reached in 35 minutes by train.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Shortmead Cottage
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Bath or shower
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Fireplace
    • Seating Area
    Media & Technology
    • CD player
    • DVD player
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Heating
    Outdoors
    • Garden
    Activities
    • Cycling
    Building characteristics
    • Detached
    Miscellaneous
    • Non-smoking throughout
    Safety & security
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Shortmead Cottage takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 15:00

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

    Check-out

    Until 10:00

     

    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 room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    No cots or extra beds are available.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Shortmead Cottage accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

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

    FAQs about Shortmead Cottage

    • Check-in at Shortmead Cottage is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Shortmead Cottage has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 2 bedrooms

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Shortmead Cottage is 1.1 miles from the centre of Biggleswade. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Shortmead Cottage can accommodate the following group size:

      • 4 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • The prices at Shortmead Cottage may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Shortmead Cottage offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling