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17 St. Mary's St., Ely CB7 4ER, England
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Cathedral House
Ranked #9 of 28 Ely B&B and Inns
4.5 of 5 stars 27 Reviews
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Oxford, England
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36 reviews 36 reviews
Reviews in 30 cities Reviews in 30 cities
52 helpful votes 52 helpful votes
“great location, most excellent breakfast”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2011
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Very central convenient location for Ely. The house is full of Victoriana "quirky" bits and pieces which add to the ambiance. The twin bedded room we stayed in was clean and spacious and nicely furnished although the added bathroom en suite was a little cramped and if you were over UK ladies dress size 16 you would have a problem sitting on the loo or getting in the bath. The breakfast was delicious with lots of choice and especial commendation for the tea!! .There was a little bit of traffic noise but only slight late evening and early morning but not during the night. Two comments. Bath towels - lovely white and fluffy but VERY small for a bath towel. I'm a size 14 and it didnt go round me. Secondly -what a shame that you have not made more of the potential of your garden. It would have been a lovely place for guests to sit in being walled, peaceful and enclosed but instead it is an inpetetrable overgown jungle!! As the state of the garden is the first thing you see as you walk in to the property, it detracts from the house. Cut down some trees, pull or trim back up the huge overgown shrubs, pollard the overhandging chestnuts and let in some light!!!

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  • Stayed May 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Peaceful and cosy place, right in the heart of town”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2011

We stayed in the Coach House, next door to Cathedral House. The location is perfect for the cathedral and the centre of town, and only a short walk from the riverside. Very friendly hosts and a well-cooked breakfast. The rooms themselves had a lot of character and were very comfortable. We really enjoyed our stay here and would recommend it to anyone looking for a quiet and relaxing place to stay.

  • Stayed April 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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London, United Kingdom
2 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“memorable 95th birthday at the coach house”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2011

We were a party of five celebrating a 95th birthday and the house suited all of us. It was beautiful, welcoming and comfortable in a convenient position in the centre of Ely, with all modern conveniences integrated tastefully into a lovely old building. The garden is gorgeous, too.

  • Stayed April 2011
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Horsham, United Kingdom
1 review
“Excellent location for city attractions”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2011

An extremely pleasant and comfortable two night stay. Good size rooms with many period features. Ideal base for exploring the surrounding areas and the owners have good knowledge of places to visit.

  • Stayed April 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Stockholm, Sweden
1 review
“Quiet haven in heart of Ely”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 March 2011

Great location, friendly hosts - centre of town, but quiet courtyard outside. Birds were the only noise, and they were great! Wifi in the room.

  • Stayed February 2011, travelled on business
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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17 St. Mary's St., Ely CB7 4ER, England
Price range (per night):* INR2,184 - 3,081

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