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About this property
Opposite a Grade I listed church, The Knife & Cleaver is a AA 4 Gold Star award winning guest house. It is located in the picturesque village of Houghton Conquest, just 15 minutes’ drive from Bedford city center and main line rail station of Ampthill. Countryside walks can be enjoyed in the surrounding area, or venture into Bedford to enjoy sights such as St Paul’s Square, River Great Ouse or Embankment Gardens. An private bathroom, free Wi-Fi and a TV are provided in each room at The Knife & Cleaver, and some come with a king-size bed. A fine dining restaurant serving a wide variety of modern British classics is available on-site, as well as a terrace for alfresco dining and drinking. A range of real ales can be enjoyed in the bar or in the beer garden.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- 2 restaurants
- Free Wifi
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Nicola
United Kingdom“The pub was beautiful and staff were helpful And lovely” - Knox United Kingdom“Wonderful friendly staff, despite a late check in! Very comfy bed and a delicious breakfast.”
- Wolseleyrules
Canada“Breakfast excellent and a beautiful country location” - Adela United Kingdom“The bedroom was nicely decorated and the kingsize bed was very comfortable”
- Brenda United Kingdom“The staff were welcoming and friendly. The Accommodation was near Old Warden, our venue for the Flying Proms. The room was pleasant and on the level. The food we had was tasty and reasonably priced.”
- Andy United Kingdom“Evening Food & Breakfast was excellent - compliments to the Chief. Staff very helpful.”
- Hannah
Australia“I loved that accomodation was ground level so dragging bags up stairs. Rooms clean. Room have a bit of modern character with the wall prints and cute rabbit lamp Good price Love the chiming of the bells from the church across the road” - Tez
United States“The property is beautiful and has a village pub vibe” - Rory United Kingdom“Good value for money. Staff were friendly. Bigger room than expected.”
- Ruth United Kingdom“The staff were amazing especially Taj in which he was brilliant and we had a great stay and a wonderful breakfast.”
Area info
Restaurants
- Restaurant
- CuisineBritish
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Traditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
- Breakfast
- CuisineBritish
- Open forBreakfast
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine print
Late check-out can be arranged for 12:00 at a surcharge.
Pets can be accommodated at a supplement of GBP 10 per night.
The restaurant takes last orders at 21:45 Monday to Saturday, and 21:30 on Sundays.
Guests arriving while the pub us closed can still access the rooms as the room buildings are separate to the main building.
