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The Cottage Guest House

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Bishop's Stortford with free parking

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Standard Double or Twin Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom, free WiFi
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast (GBP 10 per person)
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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71 Birchanger Ln, Bishop's Stortford, England, CM23 5QA
  • Place, Bishop's Stortford Golf Club
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Mountfitchet Castle
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Hatfield Forest Country Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double or Twin Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Standard Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Bishop's Stortford

The Cottage Guest House places you within a mile (2 km) of Birchanger Dog Field and Red White and Blue Country Park. This 10-room, 3-star guesthouse welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Bishop's Stortford Golf Club - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Mountfitchet Castle - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Whoosh Explore - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Southern Parkland Country Park - 8 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Hatfield Forest Country Park - 11 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Stansted Mountfitchet Station - 4 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Beer Shop Stortford - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Cottage Guest House

Guesthouse in Bishop's Stortford with free parking
Free parking is included with your stay.
Guests can expect to find TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include electric kettles and free toiletries.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends; GBP 10 for adults and GBP 10 for children

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 10 for adults and GBP 10 for children

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 4:30 PM—-9:30 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 15
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

The Bishop's Stortford
The Cottage Guest House Guesthouse
The Cottage Guest House Bishop's Stortford
The Cottage Guest House Guesthouse Bishop's Stortford

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around The Cottage Guest House?

This guesthouse is located in Bishop's Stortford within a short 16-minute walk of Red White and Blue Country Park. You'll also find Mountfitchet Castle and Whoosh Explore within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Cottage Guest House?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse.

Does The Cottage Guest House include a casino on the premises?

No, The Cottage Guest House doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Cottage Guest House?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Does The Cottage Guest House have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does The Cottage Guest House have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

The Cottage Guest House offers a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does The Cottage Guest House allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Cottage Guest House.

Are there connecting rooms at The Cottage Guest House?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this guesthouse.

Where is the closest airport to The Cottage Guest House?

The closest major airport to The Cottage Guest House is Stansted Airport (STN), which is 5.3 mi away (12 minutes by car). Another top airport is Cambridge (CBG), which is around 22.4 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Cottage Guest House?

No, at The Cottage Guest House, there aren't any accommodations that list a balcony.

Reviews

The Cottage Guest House Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tracy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely 17th Century cottage, decorated in keeping but Morden. Very clean. Nice hosts. Good breakfast. Very quiet area. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super helpful staff and very good quality for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Cathy

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely character

Lovely character BnB in stylish property. Chosen for location of a famiky gathering but V near Stanstead too. Lovely and helpful host and great freshly cooked breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025