The Knife & Cleaver

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Scored 7.9
Rated good

Staff

9.0

Property highlights

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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 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 2 restaurants
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Breakfast Info

Continental

  • Free Parking Available On Site

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1 king bed
2 twin beds
1 king bed
1 king bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Stephanie
Canada Canada
“Dinner was great, location and room was good. Check in simple and easy”
Nicola
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The pub was beautiful and staff were helpful And lovely”
Knox
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Wonderful friendly staff, despite a late check in! Very comfy bed and a delicious breakfast.”
Wolseleyrules
Canada Canada
“Breakfast excellent and a beautiful country location”
Megan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely staff throughout our staff. Room was lovely, very big and had everything we would need - staff were very helpful pointing this out too. Breakfast was a lovely addition.”
Lorraine
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Dinner - I have dietary needs and they were very accomodating, knowledgeable and the food was wonderfully cooked, nice varied menu too. Breakfast - Wonderful cooked to order breakfast included in our price. Room - Lovely room with powerful...”
Christian
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Brent and team are exceptional, including the chef who has raised the bar considerably over the past month or so. I was pleased to get the chance to thank him face to face too.”
Samantha
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Everything about the place, very friendly staff and the food was great”
Chloe
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“From the start, right until we left we were so happy! The lovely lady who greeted us, made sure to show us into our room, engaged with us and showed us where things were. We went for a drink before our meal and loved how cosy the setting was!...”
Steve
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“I thought it was good .. nice place with good facilities.. nice room Deffo would re visit .. good value”

Area info

Restaurants

2 Restaurants On Site
Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Breakfast
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Open for
    Breakfast

Amenities of The Knife & Cleaver

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 2 restaurants
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 11:30 PM
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

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.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

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.