Pointers Guest House

Pointers, Wistow Toll, Wistow, Wistow, PE28 2QH, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.3/10! <small>(score from <b>119</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.2
Scored 9.2
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
119 reviews

Lovely guest house. Super friendly owners who were very thorough at the welcome & explained everything really well. Room was a fantastic size with everything you need in it. Breakfast was fresh & well cooked & just what I wanted. Fabulous shower as well!! Would highly recommend & I will be back.

Louise United Kingdom
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Pointers Guest House

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Located in the charming village of Wistow, Pointers Guest House is located just 10 minutes' drive from Huntingdon. Surrounded by 15 acres of award-winning landscaped gardens, the peaceful property offers free WiFi access in public areas and free parking in the walled courtyard. With a garden view, the rooms provide a flat-screen TV with a DVD player, tea and coffee making facilities, and a seating area. Featuring a shower, private bathrooms also come with a hairdryer and a bathrobe. In the mornings, Pointers Guest House serves full cooked breakfast. Dishes are prepared using fresh locally sourced or homegrown produce, from the onsite orchard, fruit garden, and greenhouses. Honey, eggs, and preserves are produced onsite and the traditional sausages are handmade by a local butcher. Featuring a garden and barbecue facilities, Pointers is just a 20 minutes' drive from Cambridge, Peterborough, and Ely. St Ives is home to a guided bus service, offering easy access to the cities. The guest house is on the edge of the Great Fen, one of the largest wildlife developments in Europe. Dogs are welcome to stay in the property's purpose-build kennels.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • 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

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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
and
1 king bed
2 twin beds
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
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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  • Louise
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Lovely guest house. Super friendly owners who were very thorough at the welcome & explained everything really well. Room was a fantastic size with everything you need in it. Breakfast was fresh & well cooked & just what I wanted. Fabulous shower...”
  • V
    Veronica
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The breakfast was superb and the hosts were very helpful”
  • Noel
    United States of America United States of America
    “Quiet, peaceful, country atmosphere, secure, high quality.”

Host Info

9.5
9.5
Host Review Score
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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

Area info

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

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • 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 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Baggage storage
Entertainment & 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
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Spa
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 6:00 PM to 9:30 PM

Check-out

Until 10:30 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 16 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Maestro Mastercard Visa JCB Cash Pointers Guest House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-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 of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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

FAQs about Pointers Guest House

  • 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

  • The prices at Pointers Guest House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • 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 2 miles)
    • Walking tours
    • Tour or class about local culture

  • Check-in at Pointers Guest House is from 6:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

  • Pointers Guest House is 2,800 feet from the center of Wistow. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.