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The Elstow Retreat by Homely Spaces

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Exterior
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Check out the area

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Bedford, England
  • Popular LocationOasis Beach Pool4 min drive
  • Popular LocationBedford Park6 min drive
  • Popular LocationPriory Country Park7 min drive
  • AirportLondon (LHR-Heathrow)83 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

Bedroom

1 King Bed

Bedroom

1 King Bed

Bedroom

1 Single Bed

Bedroom

1 Single Bed

Other sleeping area

1 Double Sofa Bed

Other sleeping area

1 Double Sofa Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

The Elstow Retreat by Homely Spaces

Ideal for long-staying guests, The Elstow Retreat is one of two large Homely Spaces. It is a large, quiet detached property set in a secluded cul-de-sac in Bedford.

The Elstow Retreat is situated in the lovely village of Elstow and is conveniently located for the Interchange Retail, Park, the local ALDI and Morrison supermarkets and for the motorway. Perfect for NHS staff, contractors, business travellers, and relocating guests.

Features:
✔ Free high-speed WIFI
✔ Netflix-enabled flat-screen, HD, Smart TVs
✔ Free parking
✔ Decked patio with covered area and seating
✔ BBQ
✔ Separate LARGE kitchen
✔ Separate family bathroom
✔ Two separate ensuite bathrooms
✔ Separate downstairs bathroom
✔ Separate downstairs cloakroom
✔ Complimentary starter toiletries
✔ Complimentary starter teas and coffee
✔ Complimentary starter cleaning products
✔ Pots and pans
✔ Crockery and silverware
✔ Cooking utensils
✔ A toaster
✔ TWO fridge-freezers
✔ A microwave
✔ A coffee machine
✔ Washing machine
✔ Dryer
✔ Dishwasher
✔ Double oven and six-ring hob

Book with us Now. We’d love to host you at our Homely Spaces.

LOCATION:
Our Homely Space is located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in Elstow, which is the home of John Bunyan (author of 'Pilgrim's Progress). The Elstow Retreat is close to the centre of Bedford and its amenities, perfect for visiting groups (businesses, families, or relocation guests) in the Bedford area. Also suitable for smaller groups of 4 to 5 guests

BEDROOM AND BATHROOM:
Configuration (*** Please let us know your bed configuration preferences at least 72 hours beforehand, so we can configure the bedroom(s) for you):
FIRST FLOOR:
Bedroom 1: Super-king bed or 2 singles PLUS ensuite
Bedroom 2: Super-king bed or 2 singles PLUS ensuite
Bedroom 3: 1 Single bed
Bedroom 4: 1 Single bed
GROUND FLOOR:
Bedroom 5: Super-king bed or 2 singles
Reception 1: 2 Double Sofa beds
1 Family bathroom with a bath and hairdryer
2 Ensuite bathrooms with walk-in showers and hairdryers
1 Downstairs cloakroom

***All our Homely Spaces come with freshly-laundered linen. We also provide complimentary toiletries for you to get started with your stay. After you get settled in, you can then purchase whatever you need from the variety of local shops, which are a walking distance away from The Elstow Retreat.
Essentials provided: towels, bed linen, soap, and toilet rolls.

KITCHEN:
The kitchen is equipped with a washing machine, a dryer, a microwave, two fridge-freezers, cooking utensils, pans and pots, dishes and silverware, a large 6-ring hob, a double oven, a toaster, and a coffee maker.

PARKING:
There is free parking on the premises and ample off-street parking. There is also paid parking on nearby streets around The Elstow Retreat.

We offer discounts on bookings of over 15 nights, so if you will be in the area for a long term, please drop us a message

Please note that you will be required to follow a self check-in process upon arrival. Homely Spaces will contact you with your access code on the day of your arrival.

Guests can access all areas of the house except the locked linen closet in the house and the locked garage and lean-to at the back of the building.

We have tried to anticipate your every need but if we have missed something please do not hesitate to let us know by text or by email; our mission is to make your stay as comfortable as it can possibly be - "a home away from home" :-)

We look forward to welcoming you to our Homely Space!

Located close to the centre of Bedford and its amenities.
: 5 Minutes to Ampthill Road
: 5 Minutes to A421 Motorway
: 5 Minutes to McDonalds/KFC
: 5 Minutes to Marks & Spencer
: 5 Minutes to B&Q
: 5 Minutes to Aldi
: 5 Minutes to Morrisons
: 5 Minutes to Bedford Interchange Retail Park
: 5 Minutes to Burger King and KFC
: 5 Minutes to Bedford Hospital. South Wing
: 5 Minutes to Bedford Bedford St. John Train Station
: 10 Minutes to Bedford Train Station
: 10 Minutes to Bedford Bus Station
: 10 Minutes to the historic Bedford Town Centre and Market
: 10 Minutes to the River Ouse
: 10 Minutes to University of Bedford
Walking distance to bus stops, local shops and eateries.

For tourists, our Homely Space is in Elstow, which is the home of John Bunyan (author of 'Pilgrim's Progress).
Thurleigh, Woburn Abbey, the Woburn Safari Park, Center Parcs, the Bodyflight; Wakeboarding Centre are all local to the Bedford area too and easily accessible from the house.

The nearest airport is London Luton - 28 miles away.

Book with us Now. Your Home Away From Home.

Homely Spaces The Elstow Retreat is off the A6 (Ampthill Road), which provides easy access to the A1, M1, Luton, Cambridge and Milton Keynes via the A421 - Bedford Bypass. There is a regular bus service from the town centre to Cranfield University and the X5 is a regular bus service to Oxford and Cambridge

Drivers:
There is free parking on the premises and ample off-street parking. There is also paid parking on nearby streets around The Elstow Retreat.

Buses:
Buses frequent the village of Elstow. The Ampthill Road also has bus stops on either side of the road.

Trains:
Bedford St John’s train station is about a 15- minute walk away on Ampthill Road. The station provides services into London - an approximately 37-minute-long train journey.

Other services:
If you have an account, Uber rides are easily available. However, if you need one, you can also get a taxi from Bedford Taxis Fastline (01234 811811) who are located at Ashburnham Rd, Bedford MK40 1DS http://www.bedfordtaxis-fastline.co.uk/.

With Milton Keynes about 19 miles, Northampton 30 miles, Oxford and Cambridge 52 miles and 31 miles away respectively - commuting from The Elstow Retreat is easy!

PLEASE NOTE: Homely Spaces Ts & Cs (https://bit.ly/HomelySpacesTsnCs) will need to be agreed to before checking in.
Important: Our properties are protected by SUPERHOG, the digital trust platform.

Please note that once you have booked, you will be contacted by SUPERHOG. The guest must complete a separate contract with SUPERHOG, directly verify yourself and provide your details for a pre-authorised damage deposit (A refundable fee of £2 will be taken as part of this authorisation process ).

Please make sure you complete your verification as it is required before check-in.

Property manager

Homely Spaces

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Bedford

This holiday home is located in Bedford. Bedford and County Golf Club and Greensand Ridge Walk are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Woburn Safari Park and Oasis Beach Pool. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Flitwick Football Centre or Santa Pod Raceway.
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Bedford, England

What's nearby

  • Oasis Beach Pool - 4 min drive
  • Bedford Park - 6 min drive
  • Priory Country Park - 7 min drive
  • Box End Park - 7 min drive
  • Santa Pod Raceway - 29 min drive

Getting around

  • Kempston Hardwick Station - 6 min drive
  • London (LTN-Luton) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Cottage - 7 min walk
  • Elephant - 4 min drive
  • Tana Thai - 3 min drive
  • London Sweet Centre - 14 min walk
  • Kim Hing - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Elstow Retreat by Homely Spaces pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Elstow Retreat by Homely Spaces?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Elstow Retreat by Homely Spaces?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Elstow Retreat by Homely Spaces located?

Situated in Bedford, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of St. Paul's Church, Oasis Beach Pool and Priory Country Park. Bedford Park is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away. Bedford St Johns Station is 23 minutes by foot.

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About the host

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We love hosting people from all over the world and sharing our Homely Spaces. Our passion is to create homes away from home for anyone visiting for work, leisure, or play :)

Why they chose this property

This Homely Space, The Elstow Retreat, is located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in Elstow, which is the home of John Bunyan (author of 'Pilgrim's Progress). The Elstow Retreat is close to the centre of Bedford and its amenities, perfect for visiting groups. but suitable for smaller groups that enjoy lots of space.

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