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Rectory Farm

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

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

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

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Madingley Road, Cambridge, England, CB23 7PG
  • University of Cambridge
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • The River Cam
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Cambridge Corn Exchange
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room, Ensuite

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

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Premier Double Room, Ensuite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Premier Double Room, Ensuite

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

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room, Ensuite

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, Park View, Annex Building

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(53 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

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

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Premier Double Room, Ensuite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Premier Double Room, Ensuite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Business Double Room Single Use, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite, Garden View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

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

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Suite, Ensuite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Suite, Ensuite

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

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Suite, Annex Building

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

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room, Park View, Annex Building

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

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Romantic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, Garden View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

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

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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).
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What's nearby

  • Churchill College - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • University of Cambridge - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • The River Cam - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Trinity College - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Cambridge Corn Exchange - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pickerel Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Plough Coton - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Carpenters Arms, Cambridge - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fitzbillies - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sir Isaac Newton - ‬4 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
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • 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)

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 16 per person

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 16 per person
  • Self parking fee: GBP 5 per night

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.

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?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Rectory Farm, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 16 per person. It's available on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

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

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 461 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 319 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 124 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 46 out of 1001 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

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Great stay

Great hotel. Only issue I had was lack of toiletries in the room just a small bar of soap
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

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

8/10 Good

Andy

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Perfect for a quick stop in Cambridge. Great value and lovely view.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lavinia and Peter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great mown and way marked path through the fields to the local pub with restaurant. Lovely garden to sit in. Period furnishings and comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Zoe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Lovely setting
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Divya

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

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

Beautiful Place to Stay

Stunning grounds and buildings, clear signage and guidance for how to find things/ log on to WiFi, etc, and really peaceful surroundings.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Benjamin

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

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice comfortable hotel room set against the backdrop of a quiet, country lodge. My room had everything I needed for a restful night’s stay. The bed was comfortable and the shower was warm and provided ample water pressure. The hotel was well located just off the A1 and for me to meet friends for a run in the east of town the following morning. The one thing which I was a bit disappointed by was the lack of communication around check in and check out. I arrived a little after 10:30PM and had extreme difficulty finding my room key as it was not communicated in advance how check in would work. Furthermore, in the morning I had a similar experience with check out and leaving the key in an unlocked box did not seem secure. If the communication and planning around check in and check out could be improved it would be a 5/5 stay! Many Thanks
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and quiet , Rectory Farm sits in beautiful grounds . Well placed for exploring the local area . Good value for money . No bar but it’s a short walk to a pleasant local pub . Would stay again .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Heidi

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful gardens, pretty rooms and helpful staff. Breakfast too pricey so went into Cambridge on the park and ride. Apart from a small bar of soap there were no toiletries, the bed was comfey and the room had a lovely outlook over the garden. Very reasonably priced.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee-Anne

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

Great choice for Cambridge

We were really pleasantly surprised with our stay at Rectory Farm. Bit of a faff with check in as the email went to junk mail but was able to figure it out after a quick call to the hotel. Our room was in the main house and afforded a beautiful outlook over neighbouring fields. Bed was really comfortable and the decor charming, in-keeping with the style of the house. The shower was hot and powerful enough. We enjoyed a hearty full buffet breakfast the next morning which was well worth £16 a head. We opted to grab Ubers to and from Cambridge which were just under £10 each way. Absolute bargain and no wait time at all. This was a last minute visit to coincide with a Stansted pick up and we were delighted with our choice. The price point is fantastic and I would certainly stay again on my next visit. I am well travelled and five star city centre luxury is my go to but no complaints for Rectory Farm whatsoever. It does the job very nicely and a stroll around the beautiful gardens was the perfect end to our first Cambridge trip. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property exceptionally clean and super room, bedding and bed extra comfortable. Fabulous staff, beautiful countryside just outside your window. Can’t wait to rush back a little gem.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Roger

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Dated, worn, and dusty. Safety issue.

Good value for Cambridge, if you're willing to take the bus into the centre. I stayed in the annex, which I had assumed would be more modern, but was actually very worn and dated, with poor (internal) sound insulation, and highly perfumed smells. The (double) room (11B, 12B, 13B and 14B are all the same size) was cramped. The main light fitting and (bathroom) heated towel rail were excessively dusty. The heated towel rail was broken, and a clear electrical safety hazard - it was off, but the switch appeared to be in a public hallway. Oddly, there was a (locked) door from the hallway into the en-suite bathroom. A minor complaint is that there was a Bible in the room. The location does get a fair amount of noise from the M11, but it isn't an issue with the windows closed. You do hear everything in adjacent rooms though.
Broken electrics
Dirt and dust
Dust
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ted (Tor Erik)

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Our Short Stay

Great location and lovely well kept gardens. Our room was smaller than expected and access to the power sockets was very difficult. The breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Polly

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Unfortunately our room was opposite a family that had 2 rooms and they kept going from 1 room to the other, each time letting the doors slam. This was happening til quite late in the evening & a couple of times during the night, waking me up. So although the place itself was lovely, lack of sleep marred our stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zijian

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

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

10/10 Excellent

Sunarni

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location, close to M11 (5 min drive) and Park and Ride (10 min walk) but noise wasn't an issue as it was constant in the back ground, almost white noise. Rooms good, clean and with a bit of character. Grounds of the house lovely with avenue of trees to drive up to the building, and walk clearly signposted to local pub (20 mins walk, mainly through fields and woodland). Very pleasant stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025