Title: Shortmead Cottage - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Shortmead Cottage Cottage in Biggleswade with kitchen ![Cottage | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/31000000/30996600/30996502/c52e0319.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/31000000/30996600/30996502/1cb8ff01.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/31000000/30996600/30996502/a25cb88c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/31000000/30996600/30996502/7c824b9b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/31000000/30996600/30996502/8b4b8c03.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Shortmead Cottage provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Shortmead Cottage Cottage in Biggleswade with kitchen This smoke-free cottage features a garden, free self parking, and free WiFi in public areas. The cottage has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a DVD player. A kitchen with a dishwasher is available, and added amenities include a washing machine and a shower. Housekeeping is not available. Guest accommodations at this cottage offer DVD players. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Accommodations at this 3-star cottage have kitchens with cookware/dishes/utensils and dishwashers. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Shower ### Entertainment - DVD player ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - No housekeeping service - Virtual front desk ### Things to do - Hiking/biking trails nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Individual decor - Individual furnishings ## Similar properties ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38100000/38093300/38093290/249d8b53.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Green Man Biggleswade - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.4 Very good 193 reviews CA $107 CA $128 total includes taxes & fees Nov 22 - Nov 23 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-22&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=38093290&PinnedHotelID=38093290&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18620000/18615100/18615053/13a80c7f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Willows Training Centre Bedford - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Gym 8.4 Very good 444 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-03&endDate=2025-12-04&selected=18615053&PinnedHotelID=18615053&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39190000/39183200/39183168/3f3bc337.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Stratton House Hotel Biggleswade - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available 7.2 Good 177 reviews CA $111 CA $133 total includes taxes & fees Nov 21 - Nov 22 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=39183168&PinnedHotelID=39183168&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103720000/103711000/103710925/86c5f5a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Delightful recently completed Annexe close to Cambridge. 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Barton-le-Clay - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Parking available - Microwave 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-03&endDate=2025-12-04&selected=113129033&PinnedHotelID=113129033&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM Contactless check-in available ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions Guests will receive an email with check-in information A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals welcome) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ### Property payment types ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards and debit cards Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is professionally cleaned ### Property is also known as Shortmead Cottage Biggleswade Shortmead Cottage Cottage Shortmead Cottage Biggleswade Shortmead Cottage Cottage Biggleswade ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C52.09865%2C-0.26533&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=KkSRXBh48n9f76DQYZqoBjzm8ZA=) Biggleswade, England #### What's nearby - Shortmead House - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Shuttleworth Collection - 8 min drive - 9.1 km - Woburn Safari Park - 32 min drive - 38.3 km - University of Cambridge - 38 min drive - 40.0 km - Warner Bros. Studio Tour London - 50 min drive - 67.4 km #### Getting around - Sandy Station - 6 min drive - Luton Airport (LTN) - 57 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Crown Hotel - ‬19 min walk - ‪Gardeners Arms Tapas Bar - ‬19 min walk - ‪Sheff's Fish & Chips - ‬12 min walk - ‪Surfin Cafe - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Kings Reach - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Shortmead Cottage pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Shortmead Cottage? > As of Nov 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shortmead Cottage on Dec 5, 2025 start from CA $609.83, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Biggleswade-Hotels-Shortmead-Cottage.h30996502.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Shortmead Cottage? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Shortmead Cottage? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Shortmead Cottage located? > Situated in Biggleswade, this cottage is steps from Shortmead House, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Shuttleworth Collection and Swiss Garden. Potton Library and Henry Smith Playing Fields are also within 6 mi (10 km). Biggleswade Station is 24 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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