Title: The Dower House Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Dower House Family-friendly cottage in Bedford with free parking ![Cottage | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/27000000/26993200/26993182/2dddd486.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/27000000/26993200/26993182/f7ab2590.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/27000000/26993200/26993182/22a827ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/27000000/26993200/26993182/f9d1c055.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage | 3 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/27000000/26993200/26993182/45e5e6ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location 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; 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 ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114100000/114091800/114091724/6725ae5f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Barley Cottage Huntingdon - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Parking included £726 includes taxes & fees 1 Nov - 2 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=114091724&PinnedHotelID=114091724&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Apartment | 2 bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111840000/111837800/111837741/a7e64c0f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### De Parys Penthouse 5 in Bedford Bedford - Free WiFi - Living/dining area [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=111837741&PinnedHotelID=111837741&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11800/11712/0fb79fe7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel Bedford - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 8.0 Very good 436 reviews £60 includes taxes & fees 9 Nov - 10 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=11712&PinnedHotelID=11712&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103970000/103964900/103964882/c2258268.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Inviting 4-bed House in Kettering Kettering - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Parking included 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=103964882&PinnedHotelID=103964882&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33320000/33313500/33313421/c52e7b58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Columbia Hotel & Restaurant Wellingborough - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available 7.8 Good 157 reviews £69 includes taxes & fees 1 Nov - 2 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=33313421&PinnedHotelID=33313421&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115820000/115819200/115819103/f4bf203b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful 4 Bedroom Home with Garden in Bedford Bedford - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Outdoor space [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=115819103&PinnedHotelID=115819103&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115820000/115819100/115819026/4261145b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious 4 Bedroom Home with Garden in Bedford Kempston - Washer - Outdoor space - Parking available - Fireplace [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=115819026&PinnedHotelID=115819026&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108950000/108948200/108948195/3d2940c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ranworth House - Holiday Home in Bedford, Sleeps 5 Bedford - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Parking included [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=108948195&PinnedHotelID=108948195&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Family House | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95730000/95726600/95726590/59e8d102.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The No.7 Huntingdon - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Parking included [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=95726590&PinnedHotelID=95726590&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, dinner and brunch served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/47400/47400/34fccc6a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel Bedford - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.6 Excellent 315 reviews £99 includes taxes & fees 31 Oct - 1 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=47400&PinnedHotelID=47400&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out ### 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 ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. 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 Located in Bedford, this cottage is next to a golf course. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Stanwick Lakes Country Park and Paxton Pits Nature Reserve, while Sharnbrook Theatre and St Neots Museum are cultural highlights. Consider Bedford Corn Exchange for a night out or Rushden, Higham and Wellingborough Railway if you're travelling with kids. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. [Visit our Bedford travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bedford.dx4565) [View more Cottages in Bedford](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bedford-Cottages.d4565-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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 - 13 min drive - 5.4 miles - Rushden Lakes Shopping Centre - 18 min drive - 8.7 miles - Santa Pod Raceway - 24 min drive - 12.2 miles - Bedford Park - 24 min drive - 15.4 miles - Wyboston Lakes Golf Course - 28 min drive - 16.9 miles ### Getting around - Bedford Station - 22 min drive - London (LTN-Luton) - 53 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Istanbul Grill - ‬12 min drive - ‪Rushden Conservative Club - ‬12 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min drive - ‪Costa Coffee - ‬13 min drive - ‪Star & Garter - ‬10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Dower House pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much is parking at The Dower House? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Dower House? > Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Dower House? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Dower House located? > Set in Bedford, this family-friendly cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Rushden, Higham and Wellingborough Railway, Harrold-Odell Country Park and Irchester Country Park. Stanwick Lakes Country Park and Sharnbrook Theatre are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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