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Opposite a Grade I listed church, The Knife & Cleaver is a AA 4 Gold Star award winning guest house. It is situated in the picturesque village of Houghton Conquest, just 15 minutes’ drive from Bedford city centre 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 en suite 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 particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

Breakfast info

Continental

Free parking available on-site

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.4
Value for money
8.1
Location
8.7
Free WiFi
7.9
High score for Houghton Conquest
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Stephen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great evening meal and breakfast ,pleasure to stay here.
  • Maxine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lively pub environment with a great Pie of the day. Comfortable bed too
  • Alan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Room absolutely spotless, first class facilities, very good sleep as it was so quiet, highly recommend.

Property surroundings

Restaurants
2 restaurants on site

  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • Breakfast
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Breakfast

Facilities of The Knife & Cleaver
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 2 restaurants
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
Outdoors
  • Terrace
Activities
  • Evening entertainment
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Express check-in/check-out
    • Business centre
    • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Safety & security
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Carpeted
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages spoken
    • English

    Property practice

    This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    The Knife & Cleaver takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:00 to 23:30

    Check-out

    Until 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Mastercard Visa American Express Cash The Knife & Cleaver accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Need-to-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 whilst the pub us closed can still access the rooms as the room buildings are separate to the main building.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about The Knife & Cleaver

    • The Knife & Cleaver offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Evening entertainment

    • Room options at The Knife & Cleaver include:

      • Double
      • Twin

    • The Knife & Cleaver has 2 restaurants:

      • Breakfast
      • Restaurant

    • Check-in at The Knife & Cleaver is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Yes, The Knife & Cleaver is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Guests staying at The Knife & Cleaver can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.1).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental

    • The prices at The Knife & Cleaver may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • The Knife & Cleaver is 250 yards from the centre of Houghton Conquest. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.