Title: Shortmead Cottage Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=30996502&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Shortmead Cottage Cottage in Biggleswade with kitchen ## Photo gallery for Shortmead Cottage ![Cottage | Interior - Shortmead Cottage (Biggleswade)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/31000000/30996600/30996502/c52e0319.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Shortmead Cottage (Biggleswade)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/31000000/30996600/30996502/7c824b9b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Interior - Shortmead Cottage (Biggleswade)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/31000000/30996600/30996502/8b4b8c03.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Interior - Shortmead Cottage (Biggleswade)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/31000000/30996600/30996502/a25cb88c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Interior - Shortmead Cottage (Biggleswade)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/31000000/30996600/30996502/1cb8ff01.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. ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Shortmead Cottage Cottage in Biggleswade with kitchen This smoke-free cottage features a garden, free self-parking and free Wi-Fi 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 accommodation at this cottage offers DVD players. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Accommodation at this 3-star cottage has kitchens with kitchenware and utensils and dishwashers. Bathrooms include baths or showers. Guests can surf the web using 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 transport - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking - 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 - Smoke-free property ### 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 ![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 Wi-Fi - Living/dining area [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-04&endDate=2026-01-05&selected=111837741&PinnedHotelID=111837741&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exclusive Apartment, Ensuite, River View (Penthouse 65 Skipper Way) | View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4640000/4638300/4638253/65e072aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Whitehouse Guest House St Neots - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Barbecue grill 9.4 Exceptional 112 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-04&endDate=2026-01-05&selected=4638253&PinnedHotelID=4638253&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5960000/5953900/5953808/496d2f95.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Knife and Cleaver Bedford - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Breakfast available 8.6 Excellent 223 reviews £87 includes taxes & fees 4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-04&endDate=2026-01-05&selected=5953808&PinnedHotelID=5953808&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 Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Gym 8.4 Very good 451 reviews £77 includes taxes & fees 4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-04&endDate=2026-01-05&selected=18615053&PinnedHotelID=18615053&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19550000/19545300/19545265/9446db63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Verve Hotel Bedford - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Breakfast available 8.2 Very good 553 reviews £82 includes taxes & fees 16 Jan - 17 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-17&selected=19545265&PinnedHotelID=19545265&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/47500/47403/503429ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Woodland Manor Hotel Bedford - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Breakfast available 8.6 Excellent 343 reviews £88 includes taxes & fees 23 Dec - 24 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-23&endDate=2025-12-24&selected=47403&PinnedHotelID=47403&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35650000/35648100/35648044/a0d9d802.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Pheasant Inn Dunstable - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant 7.4 Good 159 reviews £47 includes taxes & fees 5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-05&endDate=2026-01-06&selected=35648044&PinnedHotelID=35648044&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1780000/1773200/1773110/13f4de8d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Drift Inn (Formerly The Waterfront Hotel) Bedford - Spa - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant 8.4 Very good 990 reviews £83 includes taxes & fees 9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-10&selected=1773110&PinnedHotelID=1773110&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 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 Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### 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 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 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 miles - Shuttleworth Collection \- 8 min drive \- 5.6 miles - Woburn Safari Park \- 32 min drive \- 23.8 miles - Bletchley Park \- 47 min drive \- 32.3 miles - Warner Bros. Studio Tour London \- 50 min drive \- 41.9 miles #### Getting around - Sandy Station - 6 min drive - London (LTN-Luton) - 57 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Gardeners Arms Tapas Bar - ‬19 min walk - ‪The Crown Hotel - ‬19 min walk - ‪Sheff's Fish & Chips - ‬12 min walk - ‪Rosso Lounge - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Golden Pheasant - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Shortmead Cottage pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Shortmead Cottage? ### What time is check-in at Shortmead Cottage? ### What time is check-out at Shortmead Cottage? ### Where is Shortmead Cottage located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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