Title: The Dower House Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=26993182&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Dower House Family-friendly cottage in Bedford with free parking ## Photo gallery for The Dower House ![Cottage | Interior - The Dower House (Bedford)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/27000000/26993200/26993182/f9d1c055.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Interior - The Dower House (Bedford)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/27000000/26993200/26993182/754df575.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Interior - The Dower House (Bedford)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/27000000/26993200/26993182/18ba54bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - The Dower House (Bedford)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/27000000/26993200/26993182/22a827ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Interior - The Dower House (Bedford)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/27000000/26993200/26993182/f7ab2590.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies An adjacent golf course, a garden and an arcade/games room are just a few of the amenities provided at The Dower House. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Washer - Outdoor space - Parking included - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Dower House Family-friendly cottage in Bedford with free parking This smoke-free cottage features an arcade/games room, a garden and free self-parking. WiFi in public areas is free. The cottage features a washing machine and a kitchen with a stovetop, a microwave and a dishwasher. Added amenities include free WiFi, 3 bathrooms and a TV. Housekeeping is not available. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Accommodation at this 3.5-star cottage has kitchens with stovetops, microwaves, kitchenware and utensils and dishwashers. Bathrooms include baths or showers. 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 transport - Free self parking on site - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Family friendly - Highchair ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 3 private bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shower ### Living spaces - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - No housekeeping service - Virtual front desk ### Location highlights - Next to a golf course ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Table tennis - 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; 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Dower House Bedford Dower Bedford The Dower House Cottage The Dower House Bedford The Dower House Cottage Bedford ## 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%7C52.28149%2C-0.49337&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=F02HVFHOvDB7DsmNHVab5v2ck6Y=) Bedford, England #### What's nearby - Bedford Autodrome \- 10 min drive \- 5.4 miles - Sharnbrook Theatre \- 10 min drive \- 7.0 miles - Stanwick Lakes Country Park \- 14 min drive \- 9.5 miles - Harrold-Odell Country Park \- 15 min drive \- 10.0 miles - Rushden Lakes Shopping Centre \- 16 min drive \- 8.5 miles #### Getting around - Bedford Station - 22 min drive - London (LTN-Luton) - 53 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Istanbul Grill - ‬12 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min drive - ‪Greggs - ‬13 min drive - ‪Rushden Conservative Club - ‬12 min drive - ‪The General - ‬13 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Dower House pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Dower House? ### What time is check-in at The Dower House? ### What time is check-out at The Dower House? ### Where is The Dower House located? ## Have a question? 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