Set just 11 km from Peterborough Cathedral, The Straw Bear offers accommodation in Whittlesey with access to a garden, a bar, as well as a housekeeping service. The property is around 17 km from Longthorpe Tower, 27 km from Fotheringhay Castle and 32 km from Burghley House. Featuring a private entrance, the guest house allows guests to maintain their privacy. The units in the guest house are equipped with a flat-screen TV. With a private bathroom, units at the guest house also have free WiFi. At the guest house, the units come with bed linen and towels. Guests can dine in the on-site family-friendly restaurant, which serves British cuisine and also offers vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free options. You can play darts at the guest house. WWT Welney is 40 km from The Straw Bear, while Ely Cathedral is 46 km away. The nearest airport is London Luton Airport, 103 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.4)

Free parking available on-site

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
8.8
Location
8.4
Free WiFi
8.5
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  • M
    Mrs
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff were amazing. Friendly polite, helpful. Couldn't do enough for us. Thank you very much
  • Dave
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The value was excellent - plus it was in a pub! The room had everything that was needed - shower, bed , TV tea and coffee. Exactly what I needed! I even came back in late just as the barmaid was cashing up but she let me have a pint :)
  • Carr
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    If you want value for money accommodation in the area you can do well with this one. Rooms are basic but comfortable. Food, excellent pub grub. Room only basis, but the breakfast was good value, and one of us can't face a full English so it was...
Quality rating
This property is rated 3 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Host Information

Company review score: 9.1Based on 289 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property information

The Straw Bear is a local friendly pub 1 mile from the centre of Whittlesey (9 miles from Peterborough train station). We have 6 en-suite rooms all recently refurbished. We offer a good range of ales, beers, wines and spirits and show Sky Sports in the bar area. Our restaurant is open for evening meals between 6-8pm Monday to Thursday and breakfast is available Monday - Saturday for guests to purchase if required. We have on site parking and CCTV throughout the property.

Neighbourhood information

Peterborough Train Station - 9 miles Peterborough Cathedral - 9 miles Whittlesey Train Station - 1.4 miles Whittlesey Museum - 1 mile

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • The Straw Bear
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of The Straw Bear
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Darts
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Kid meals
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    Safety & security
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    General
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Languages spoken
    • English

    Property practice

    This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    The Straw Bear takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 16:00 to 21:00

    Check-out

    Until 11:00

     

    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

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Mastercard Visa Cash The Straw Bear 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

    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 00:00 and 06:00.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

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

    Please inform The Straw Bear 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.

    Quiet hours are between 00:00:00 and 06:00:00.

    Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about The Straw Bear

    • The Straw Bear is 1.2 miles from the centre of Whittlesey. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The Straw Bear offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Darts

    • Check-in at The Straw Bear is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Room options at The Straw Bear include:

      • Twin
      • Single

    • The Straw Bear has 1 restaurant:

      • The Straw Bear

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