The Blue Cow

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Scored 9.6
Rated exceptional

Staff

9.8

Experience world-class service at The Blue Cow

Historic Setting: The Blue Cow in Fenstanton offers a 5-star bed and breakfast experience within a historic building. Guests enjoy free WiFi and a terrace for relaxation. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature bathrobes, private entrances, and comfortable beds. Breakfast is provided in-room with continental, American, full English/Irish options. Convenient Amenities: The property includes free on-site parking, express check-in and check-out services, and a dining area. Additional amenities include a kitchen, TV, and outdoor furniture. Local Attractions: Located 59 km from London Stansted Airport, nearby attractions include the University of Cambridge (22 km) and Audley End House (42 km). Guests can enjoy cycling and visit nearby museums.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, American

  • Free parking available on-site

Availability

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1 extra-large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Alastair
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“This is a charming little cottage near to the centre of the village. It has a lovely garden. The cottage is very comfortable and has everything you would need for a short or long stay. We were offered a menu of breakfast items. The arrangement...”
Duncan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Excellent choice of breakfast items offered, from continental to full English to salmon etc. All left in the fridge for us to cook at our leisure. Cereal, muffins and fruit juice also. Separate lounge, bedroom , shower room and kitchen-...”
Abouelfath
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“I had a wonderful stay at this beautiful and welcoming home. The house is tastefully decorated, warm, and full of charm, with a lovely garden that adds to its peaceful atmosphere. It is equipped with all the necessary amenities, making the stay...”
Karen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“It was very pretty & a good size. It had a lovely atmosphere. The water was hot & the facilities were good. Having WiFi was very useful. The breakfast was lovely. Having a parking space outside the cottage was excellent & felt very protected.”
Patrik
Germany Germany
“What a lovely and cosy B&B. Strongly recommended. Beautiful Place, silent and perfect to discover Cambridge. Mila was such a friendly woman. Breakfast excellent. All in the fridge and cooked by your self. Nice to sit outside with a glass of wine...”
Paul
Switzerland Switzerland
“Facilities Decoration Host Location Welcome Breakfast”
Natalie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“It was amazing! The welcome, the breakfast, the place itself. Highly recommend!”
Heather
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Cottage was beautiful and spotlessly clean and the breakfasts were just amazing”
Michelle
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Such a lovely cozy cottage host was very welcoming great location very comfy mattress and sofas great private gated parking and an amazing fresh Full English breakfast in the fridge on arrival for our two day stay we will be back”
Danielle
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The Blue Cow is a charming and comfortable cottage. Everything was perfect. The breakfast was fantastic and definitely exceeded our expectations!”

Host Information

9.8
Host review score
Welcome to The Blue Cow, a luxurious cottage-style bed and breakfast located near the historic city of Cambridge.A sensitively converted former stables, it offers Visit England 5-star rated facilities where guests can enjoy the privacy and flexibility of self-catering whilst receiving the first class service and benefits of the award winning accommodation. We strive to provide our guests with the highest level of comfort and satisfaction during their stay with us. The cottage is designed with your comfort in mind. Furnished to the highest standard, the delightfully decorated cottage offers: A spacious double bedroom with a King size sleigh bed and Egyptian cotton linen to ensure a good night's sleep A private sitting room with two comfortable sofas, a flat screen TV and free Wifi A well equipped kitchen with a beautifully appointed breakfast table A shower room with a power shower, extra large cubicle and eco-friendly toiletries A delicious and ample breakfast prepared by you when and how you like it Complete privacy. Exceptional friendly service
The decor and furniture in the cosy cottage is a blend of the traditional and contemporary, providing a comfortable and relaxing environment for guests in which to unwind and enjoy a luxurious break away in Cambridgeshire. Your hosts, Mila and Bill are at hand to make your stay at The Blue Cow as enjoyable as possible and nothing is too much trouble - so just ask!
The Blue Cow is set in a picturesque courtyard in the peaceful village of Fenstanton, just 15 minutes away from the University city of Cambridge. The charming riverside town of St Ives is just down the road with Ely Cathedral, Anglesey Abbey and Wimpole Hall within easy reach. The village is well served with a local shop, butchers, farm shop and a welcoming pub/restaurant and a coffee shop just a short stroll away. There are some wonderful country walks from the doorstep.
Language spoken: English

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House rules

The Blue Cow takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00 to 20:00
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 option.
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

0 - 15 years
Extra bed upon request
£25 per child, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please let the property know your expected arrival time in advance.

You can use the Special Requests box when booking or contact the property.

Please inform The Blue Cow 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.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

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.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.