Chequer Cottage

43 Streetly End, Horseheath, CB21 4RP, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.7/10! <small>(score from <b>78</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.7
Scored 9.7
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
78 reviews
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Chequer Cottage

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Located in Streetly End, nestled in peaceful Cambridgeshire countryside, the award-winning Chequer Cottage offers stylish bed and breakfast accommodation with free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bikes available. This spacious en suite room at Chequer Cottage is annexed and overlooks the pretty cottage garden and the surrounding countryside. The room benefits from a private entrance, and features a TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Guests can enjoy a cooked continental breakfast, prepared with home grown or locally sourced produce. A vegetarian option is also available upon request. There are several local pubs and restaurants within 10 minute drive, in fact one highly recommended one is just a 10 minute walk away. The property is set just 1 hour from North London via the M11 motorway, and 25 minutes’ drive from Cambridge. Haverhill Golf Course is 10 minutes’ drive away. Newmarket and the National Stud and Racing Museum are found only 12 miles away. Stansted Airport is 30 miles away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.6
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
8.8
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  • Jacqueline
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Chequer Cottage and it’s owners were most welcoming. The room was cosy and tastefully decorated with the little details that made it a special stay. Fantastic.”
  • Margann
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “I chose Chequers Cottage as we were attending to a wedding. Only book it the night before yet the hosts couldn't do enough for us even an extra requests. The location was absolutely beautiful in a small hamlet of thatched cottages with miles of...”
  • Sharon
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Beautiful thatched village and the room is above a double garage overlooking the hosts gardens. Breakfast is at the hosts cottage, beautifully laid out and served. We had full English both days with greek yogurt and fruit. Freshly made coffee...”

Hosted by Debbie Sills

9.9
9.9
Host review score
Host review score
Debbie Sills
The conservation area of "Streetly End" is a picturesque hamlet of period thatched properties nestled in the gentle rolling hills of south east Cambridgeshire. Chequer Cottage has been lovingly restored over the years we have lived here and offers guests stylish, yet traditional accommodation with all the conveniences of today. The Garden Room; large spacious double with king size bed, easy chairs and en-suite with large walk in shower. Everything you should need is at your fingertips with fresh flowers and luxury products. Your room overlooks the cottage garden and views of the surrounding countryside. Enjoy afternoon tea under the walnut tree, stroll or take a bicycle ride down a country lane and walk to the local pub for an excellent meal - above all relax in the peace and tranquility of the area. Breakfast is served in the cottage dining room using local fresh produce and eggs from our neighbours happy hens!
David and I have a lovely job - very social, meeting people from many diverse backgrounds, exchanging stories and experiences. Many of our guests leave as our friends and regularly return. With over 30 years experience we have mastered the art of ensuring your stay is special and memorable. Here at Chequer Cottage you are sure to feel at home and leave well relaxed and content!
Chequer Cottage is located in a small conservation hamlet of predominately 17th century thatched period properties. It is a 10 minute walk to a local pub serving excellent food. Cambridge is 14 miles to the city centre and 10 miles to the nearest park and ride. Twelve minutes drive from M11 Junction 9. Nearby facilities include the Imperial War Museum Duxford with its annual air shows. The city of Cambridge which needs no description is only 14 miles away whilst the famous Granta Science Park is 8 miles away. The Stour Valley with its attractive villages including Clare .Cavendish, Long Melford and Lavenham are on our doorstep. The attractive village of Saffron Walden with its good Tuesday market is a short 8 miles drive away
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Chequer Cottage
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • DVD player
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Express check-in/check-out
    • Wake up service/Alarm clock
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    General
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    • Adult only
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Heating
    • Soundproofing
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Chequer Cottage takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 15:00 to 20:00

    Check-out

    Until 11:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    There is no capacity for cots at this property.

    There is no capacity for extra beds at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Mastercard Visa Cash Chequer Cottage accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please let the property know your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking or contact the property.

    The property cannot be reached by public transportation. You are therefore kindly requested to arrive by your own means.

    Please inform Chequer Cottage in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

    Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

    It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Chequer Cottage

    • Check-in at Chequer Cottage is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • The prices at Chequer Cottage may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Room options at Chequer Cottage include:

      • Bungalow

    • Guests staying at Chequer Cottage can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Full English/Irish
      • Vegetarian
      • Gluten-free

    • Chequer Cottage is 0.7 miles from the centre of Horseheath. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Chequer Cottage offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):