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The Cottage Guest House

★★★★ 71, Birchanger Lane, Bishops Stortford, GB

9.2 guest rating· 237 reviews

About this hotel

Historic Charm and Modern Comforts

The Cottage Guest house offers a delightful blend of historic charm and modern comforts. The 17th-century building exudes character and warmth, providing a tranquil retreat just 6 miles from Stansted Airport.

Quaint Bedrooms and Scenic Gardens

Step into bright and airy bedrooms adorned with traditional decor and equipped with essential amenities. Some rooms feature charming exposed wooden beams, adding to the cozy ambiance. Outside, 2 acres of lovely gardens await, perfect for a leisurely stroll or a moment of relaxation.

Convenient Location and Culinary Delights

Conveniently located near the M11 motorway, this Grade II listed guest house is an ideal base for exploring the area. Indulge in a complimentary continental breakfast before heading out to discover historic Cambridge or enjoy a meal at the award-winning pub within walking distance.

Ready to experience the allure of The Cottage Guest house? Book your stay now and create unforgettable memories.

Rooms & rates

Standard King Room

Sleeps 2 · 10 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

Standard Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 12 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

Standard Double or Twin Room

Sleeps 2 · 14 m² · Double bed, 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free Parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Adult only
  • Cashless payment available
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Garden
  • Heating
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared lounge/TV area

Location

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71, Birchanger Lane, Bishops Stortford, GB

Check-in
from 04:30 PM to 09:30 PM
Check-out
until 10:30 AM

What guests say9.2237 reviews

+ Welcoming hosts+ Good breakfast+ Beautiful location+ Characterful buildingCold main houseTight spaces in some areasAccess only via taxi
Cleanliness9.2
Service9.7
Location9.2
Room Quality9.2
Amenities8.2
Value for Money9.2

REALLY FRIENDLY HOSTS AND FAMILY ORIENTATED

9.0

EARLY CHECK-IN AVAILABLE ROOMS VERY COMFORTABLE BREAKFAST AMPLE AND WELL PRESENTED VERY PROMPT SERVICE BY HOSTS LOCATION IDEAL FOR OUR PURPOSES CHILDREN LOVED THE OPPORTUNITY TO SEE UP CLOSE THE CHICKENS AND BEE HIVES, WHOSE EGGS AND HONEY WE ENJOYED AND PURCHASED

NO SUGGESTIONS FOR IMPROVEMENT

CHRISTOPHER · GB · 2026-07-22

Guest review

10.0

Personal and very friendly hosts.

Location, room, breakfast

Jerry · GB · 2026-07-21

Lovely stay

10.0

We had a lovely couple nights staying here recently. Breakfast was really good quality and perfectly cooked. Quiet, clean and very comfortable. Hosts were really helpful and went out of their way to make our stay perfect. Would highly recommend staying here! Fresh eggs and honey can be purchased from the owners also, which are also great produce.

Mark · GB · 2026-07-21

Far above average, highly recommended

9.0

The property is finished to a very high standard, tastefully decorated and scrupulously clean

I stayed on a very warm evening and although the windows open wide and there is no disturbance from outside, if there was air conditioning I would have given the property a solid 10

Adam S-M · GB · 2026-07-08

The Cottage Guest House was superb and highly recommended, everything excellent !

10.0

A very warm welcome from Philip the owner & host Beautiful old large cottage Lovely large clean very comfortable room with huge bed, overlooking a very pretty garden Ample and convenient parking, signposted clearly in which area to park Very quiet country location but extremely convenient for Bishops Stortford, Stanstead, Saffron Walden, Hertford etc Sadly I did not have breakfast ...... Only stayed for one night, hope to return asap ! Highly recommended and definitely 5*****

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Sarah · GB · 2026-07-07

Perfect for what we wanted

9.0

Room was clean and comfortable Breakfast was excellent

Noissues

John · GB · 2026-07-06

Good to know

Please note that the reception is closed after 21:30 and guests will not be able to check-in after this time.

Please inform the property in advance of room occupancy preference when booking double/twin rooms.

Early check-in is available for an additional fee, which must be paid in advance. Please contact the property ahead of time to make arrangements.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

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

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

Children and extra bed policy

Children are not allowed.

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Parking

Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Internet

WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.