Rectory Farm

3.0 star property
3-star Edwardian guest house near University of Cambridge

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Exterior
Seasonal outdoor pool
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Romantic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, Garden View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Madingley Road, Cambridge, England, CB23 7PG
  • Place, Churchill College
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Cambridge American Cemetery and Memorial
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Cambridge
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room, Park View, Annex Building

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(62 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room, Ensuite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Business Double Room Single Use, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite, Garden View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Premier Double Room, Ensuite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Romantic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, Garden View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room, Park View, Annex Building

  • 200 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Double Room, Ensuite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Suite, Annex Building

  • 301 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Superior Suite, Ensuite

  • 355 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

  • 200 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Cambridge

Newnham stay.Your stay at this Newnham guesthouse places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Coton Country Park and Cambridge American Cemetery and Memorial. Churchill College and Murray Edwards College are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Coton Country Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Churchill College - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Cambridge American Cemetery and Memorial - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • University of Cambridge - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • The Backs - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Cambridge Station - 8 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sir Isaac Newton - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Carpenters Arms, Cambridge - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Astronomer - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Golden Wok - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Tree - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Rectory Farm

3-star Edwardian guest house near University of Cambridge
Rectory Farm offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, a terrace, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. The guesthouse can provide concierge services and wedding services. For a fee, parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Cambridge guesthouse.

  • 38 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1960
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
Rectory Farm offers 38 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 5 per night)

Things to do

  • Piano
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 1-inch TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)
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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 25 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: GBP 50.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Self parking fee: GBP 5 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

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 major credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Barclaycard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in June and close in September.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Rectory Farm
Rectory Farm Cambridge
Rectory Farm House
Rectory Farm House Cambridge
Rectory Farm Hotel Cambridge
Rectory Farm Guesthouse Cambridge
Rectory Farm Guesthouse
Rectory Farm Cambridge
Rectory Farm Guesthouse
Rectory Farm Guesthouse Cambridge

Frequently asked questions

How close is Rectory Farm to the airport?

Rectory Farm is 5.1 mi (11-min drive) away from the Cambridge (CBG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Rectory Farm have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Rectory Farm.

Does Rectory Farm offer free breakfast?

Rectory Farm does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Rectory Farm?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Rectory Farm?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Rectory Farm?

Free parking is not available at this guesthouse. Self parking is available for GBP 5 per night.

Does Rectory Farm have a pool?

Rectory Farm features a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does Rectory Farm have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Rectory Farm to downtown Cambridge?

Rectory Farm is 2 mi away from Cambridge.

Rectory Farm Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 479 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 296 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 122 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 1000 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Guy

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ilona

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place to stay, the rooms and grounds are fabulous, a little disappointed there wasnt a bar with comfy seating to relax in after check in... and although it was stated in small print that check in doesnt open until 4pm its actually the whole hotel doesnt open until 4pm which is rather inconvenient if you arrive early after a long drive...that being said bed linen pillows and duvet all really luxurious so definately recommend for a good nights sleep. With regards to the £5 parking fee we had to search around for a member of staff to try to pay this and after finding the only member of staff around (the chef Darren) and him making 2 telephone calls to no avail he concluded our parking fee was included in our room rate?...strange set up but overall a lovely nights stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Khrys

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place waste of resources with the small soap bars that get thrown away after one use. Not great for the environment. Only one bath towel with no face/hand towel and no shower gel. Lucky, I always bring my own!! Reception person was lovely. Hairdryer was broken in my room and she dealt with me immediately and was very welcoming and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice quiet location with great facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

christopher

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel looked good on the web but I had some doubts, partly from other peoples comments. I shouldn't have worried, it is one of the best places we have stayed in during months of travel. Unlike some chain hotels there's no deferred maintenance. It's really tidy and everything works well. It was a great base with park and ride and the M11 both very close. The staff were really great and felt like old friends over our four day stay. Thanks to Sarah and Darren (the breakfast team) who looked after us and gave us some helpful travel tips. Overall it was like a home from home.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Maxwell

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Ozlem

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed was really uncomfortable. It was too soft. My husband could feel the wires inside the bed. Other than that it was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mrs Susan E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely grounds. Big room. Short walk to excellent restaurants . Good base to use when visiting son at college- we will be back
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Chris

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

talal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
everything was excellent the room was so clean so is the bathroom and the space of bathroom was more than i could have expected staff were friendly and very helpful wifi is super and many thanks to the lady at the reception she was sweet and professional
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Staff & service
Lovely peaceful place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mihai

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jana

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property, very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly

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

Beautiful hotel

Beautiful place to stay, amazing grounds, everything you could need in the room and extremely comfy beds
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

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

Relaxing Stay

Warm welcome at check in. Room was spacious, comfortable and relaxing with beautiful views.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Morning breakfast lady, very helpful.. Said where to pick up park drive, into city.. I had light breakfast..only. Room small but nice. Top floor. No lift. I am 83, hazard getting case up there.. No help. Grounds looked great. Idea place for city..and M11. Grandchester, next juc 12 nice pubs for meals. Enjoyed my trip
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

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