Bedfordshire is an accessible East of England county offering historic towns, scenic walks, cultural attractions, and unique local foods.
Pam's Plaice
A semi-detached family cottage located in the Cambridgeshire village of Offord D’Arcy near Godmanchester and Cambridge, featuring a garden and scenic surroundings with local historic and outdoor attractions.
Island Hall is an 18th-century Georgian family home in Godmanchester, Cambridgeshire, with historic interiors and formal gardens including a river island accessed by a Chinese bridge. Visitors can enjoy guided tours of the house and grounds, with special candlelit tours and onsite afternoon tea available.
Yew Tree Cottage
This Grade II listed thatched cottage dating over 300 years old offers a rural and historic setting ideal for families, featuring six bedrooms across multiple floors with original charm and garden with a play area.
Gulliver's Land is a children's theme park in Milton Keynes, England, offering family-friendly rides, indoor and outdoor attractions including a Splash Zone, Dinosaur and Farm Park, and themed accommodation at Adventurers Village Resort for short breaks.
The Gamekeeper - The Gamekeepers Cottage
This accommodation is a historic rural cottage near Welwyn village, featuring a homely atmosphere with garden and games room access, suitable for families and groups, and allows pets with a peaceful countryside setting.
Knebworth House is a historic stately home in Hertfordshire with over 500 years of Lytton family history. Visitors can explore the house interiors, extensive gardens, parkland, a dinosaur trail, and an adventure playground. The venue offers food, accessibility, and activities for children, making it a diverse day out in both indoor and outdoor settings.
Moat Farm
This charming rebuilt former granary barn is a four-bedroom farmhouse set in tranquil countryside near Tring, offering a peaceful, scenic retreat with a spacious garden and patio area, ideal for families or groups seeking a rural escape.
Pitstone Windmill is a historic 17th century post mill in Buckinghamshire, known as the earliest windmill dated in the British Isles. Visitors can explore the outdoor site and learn about traditional corn milling. The National Trust manages the site, which is open to the public on summer Friday afternoons.
St Johns Rest
A cosy ground floor apartment in Biggleswade suitable for up to two guests, featuring an open plan living space, a double bedroom, and shared lawned garden area, located within walking distance of local amenities and countryside attractions.
The Farmhouse at Polehanger
A luxurious six-bedroom country farmhouse set within a 400-acre working farm, offering spacious accommodation with garden and tennis court in a rural countryside setting near local villages and attractions.
The Swiss Garden in Bedfordshire is a picturesque nine-acre historic garden featuring listed buildings, Victorian features, and diverse seasonal plants. It offers accessible grounds, refreshments, and includes entry to Shuttleworth's historic aircraft and motor vehicles collection.
Spire View Cottage
An 18th-century cosy cottage in the heart of Olney with views of the church spire, a private patio, and close proximity to shops, cafés, and riverside walks, suitable for couples and dog owners.
Church Barn
A spacious and stylish barn conversion set in a peaceful village location near Olney and Milton Keynes, offering accommodation for up to 8 guests with a large enclosed garden and wood burner, ideal for families, friends, and special occasions.
Cowper & Newton Museum in Olney is a historic house museum dedicated to 18th century poet William Cowper and John Newton, author of Amazing Grace. Visitors can explore the house, peaceful gardens, and exhibition galleries highlighting local history and art, with activities for children and a shop onsite.
The Gamekeepers Lodge
A historic rural lodge built during the reign of Henry VIII offering a homely and family-focused atmosphere with shared garden space and games room amenities.
Located in Welwyn Garden City
Welwyn Garden City is a planned garden city and new town in Hertfordshire, England, known for its neo-Georgian architecture, tree-lined boulevards, and cultural amenities. It offers a unique blend of urban and rural features, walkable town centre, and good transport links to London and beyond.
Rookery Cottage
A romantic two-bedroom cottage in the countryside near St. Neots offering a cosy and peaceful retreat with a private enclosed garden, wood burner, and scenic rural surroundings.
Bushmead Priory is a historic Grade I listed Augustinian monastic ruin in Bedfordshire, featuring preserved refectory and kitchen remains. Visitors can explore the outdoor site which reveals architectural history from the 12th century. The priory is open to the public on weekends during spring and summer under English Heritage care.
