Pointers Guest House

Pointers, Wistow Toll, Wistow, Wistow, PE28 2QH, United Kingdom
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Pointers Guest House

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Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated superb
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120 reviews

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Set within 41 km of University of Cambridge and 27 km of Peterborough Cathedral in Wistow, Pointers Guest House features accommodation with seating area. This 5-star bed and breakfast offers full-day security and luggage storage space. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station. At the bed and breakfast, units are equipped with a desk. There is a private bathroom with walk-in shower in every unit, along with bathrobes, slippers and a hair dryer. At the bed and breakfast, the units include bed linen and towels. Buffet and à la carte breakfast options with warm dishes, fruits and juice are available every morning. For visitors looking to embark on day trips to nearby landmarks, the bed and breakfast offers a selection of packed lunches. Guests at Pointers Guest House can enjoy cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden. Ely Cathedral is 34 km from the accommodation, while Longthorpe Tower is 36 km from the property. London Stansted Airport is 79 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Buffet

Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
9.4
High score for Wistow

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Shaun
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “We had stayed here in 2021 so we knew the property. The rooms are spacious and comfortable. The owners are very helpful. Full English breakfast is very good and sets you up for the day. The house is in 15 acres of land which the owners have...”
  • Martin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “A great overnight stay in a really exceptional bedroom. Delicious breakfast with smoked trout that had been caught by our host.”
  • Kieran
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Charming property just outside the village of Winston. The hosts were very accommodating and the rooms were lovely.”
  • B
    Barbara
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “We have been before and the hosts are very friendly I would highly recommend Pointers”
  • Sandra
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The peace & tranquility of this lovely house & surroundings. Breakfast was excellent & plentiful. Hosts were very helpful & pleasant.”
  • Linda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “This is a perfect location set in beautiful countryside, a lovely stay the breakfast is very tasty with lots of choices, David even warmed some plates for us and set us up in the conservatory to eat our fish and chips we had bought thank you so much.”
  • Cm
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Couldn't fault the place, would go back anytime.”
  • Jaimie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Peaceful location, and on a secure and beautiful site. We were met with a friendly and helpful welcome from David. Lovely breakfast and comfortable, spacious rooms. Good size bathrooms and very clean. Rooms are a little dated, but in keeping with...”
  • Simon
    Norway Norway
    “Fantastic service and great location. Breakfast was amazing and served on time of my chosing every morning.”
  • Marielle
    Netherlands Netherlands
    “Pointers Guesthouse is very well situated. We very much liked the quiet surroundings. The hosts were very friendly. Recommendation for a restaurant on saturday evening was superb. We had an excellent breakfast. The ability to charge our car during...”

Hosted by Eileen Winser

9.5
9.5
Host review score
Host review score
Eileen Winser
In 1988 the present owners bought the house as an almost derelict property and over the next two years developed it into a substantial private residence, also buying 14 ½ acres of adjacent stubble field which has been extensively landscaped to provide a rich and varied wildlife habitat. Every blade of grass; shrub; tree; hedge; pond; fountain; flower bed; paddock and gate have been lovingly planned and put there by us, by hand. All of the planting, both large and small has been focused on two things: the need to provide something pleasing to the eye and a deep desire to create a wildlife habitat in keeping with this region. In 1991 Pointers enjoyed the distinction of receiving a national Wildlife Conservation Award. In what used to be a bare stubble field we now have our ‘own’ Skylarks, Goldfinches, Song Thrushes, Woodpeckers, Wrens, Wild Ducks, Kingfishers, Herons, Badgers, Deer, Butterflies and Moths as well as much, much more. Don’t be alarmed if a Sparrow Hawk or Swallow zips by as you wait for the door to be answered. Be prepared for a silent white shadow of the passing Barn Owls as evening draws in – especially when their young are asking to be fed.
We are passionate about our home and garden. We enjoy being surrounded by wildlife and look forward to the different times of each year as birds and animals come and go. Most of all, we derive great satisfaction in helping others to appreciate what we like most - our home and the tranquility of nature that surrounds it.
Ideally situated in the gateway to East Anglia, Pointers provides the perfect base for exploring the many historic attractions within the area or a welcome stop for those travelling from the ports of Felixstowe, Harwich and Dover to the north of England and Scotland. Visit the famous Cambridge Colleges. In Peterborough you can see a reconstructed Bronze-Age village at Flag Fen. There are also cathedrals to explore at Peterborough and Ely, plus the nearby birthplace and former homes of Oliver Cromwell. We are situated on the edge of the Great Fen – a wildlife development of international importance. Other attractions include RSPB reserves; a Raptor Centre at St. Ives; Ramsey Rural Museum; Houghton Water Mill; Angelsey Abbey; the Nene Valley Steam Railway; Huntingdon Racecourse; Duxford Imperial War Museum; Wimpole Hall; Newmarket Horse Racing Museum - there really is something for everyone. For the more sporting individual, you may choose to try coarse or fly-fishing on local waters, where sailing may also be found. Go-karting and hot-air ballooning is available locally and there are a number of marinas, which offer boat hire and other facilities. We have excellent golf courses.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Pointers Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • Garden view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Activities

  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Food & Drink

  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking

Reception services

  • Invoice provided
  • Luggage storage

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business facilities

  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security

General

  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Wellness

  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules
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Check-in
From 18:00 to 21:30
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:30
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 option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 16 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

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that pets are not permitted within in the house.

Please note that only the number of guests booked for is allowed in the room.

Children under the age of 2 years can stay free of charge.

Please note that we are a farm and therefore have working dogs. Normally guests remain unaware that they are here but if you do see them out of the window or hear them please be reassured that they are not permitted in any parts of the house occupied by our guests.

Please inform Pointers Guest House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Legal information

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

FAQs about Pointers Guest House

  • Check-in at Pointers Guest House is from 18:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

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

  • Room options at Pointers Guest House include:

    • Double
    • Family
    • Twin

  • Guests staying at Pointers Guest House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Gluten-free
    • Buffet
    • À la carte

  • Yes, Pointers Guest House is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Pointers Guest House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Walking tours
    • Tour or class about local culture

  • Pointers Guest House is 950 yards from the centre of Wistow. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.