Family-friendly holiday rentals in Great Shelford

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    Explore 30 holiday rentals in Great Shelford

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    Great Shelford holiday rentals start at £52 per night before taxes and fees

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  • Rentals with dedicated workspaces

    10 properties have a dedicated workspace

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    30 of Great Shelford holiday rentals include wifi access

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  • 4.8 Average rating

    Great Shelford stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.8 out of 5!

Top-rated family-friendly rentals in Great Shelford

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The exterior of the property is adorned with climbing ivy, offering a rustic charm against the backdrop of a clear blue sky. A gravel pathway leads to the front door, surrounded by various plants and seasonal foliage.
Flat
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 195 reviews

The Shieling, Fulbourn

This new luxury self-catering, one bedroom apartment provides a perfect blend of comfort and convenience. It is finished to a very high standard with its own private access, private patio area and views of our large garden. It adjoins our family home in the quiet village of Fulbourn, outside Cambridge. It is ideally located for visits to Cambridge, Addenbrooke's, Newmarket etc. Please note we are not within walking distance of Cambridge but it is easily accessible by car, taxi, Uber or bike!

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Home
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 101 reviews

The Old Saddlery, Fulbourn

A fully renovated two storey characterful one bedroom house converted from an original Saddlery shop. The house adjoins our main home and is completely self contained with a private entrance. Everything is new to include Karndean flooring and carpets, open plan kitchen with Quartz worktops with Siemens appliances, built in fridge, breakfast bar, double glazed windows, solid oak doors, first floor sparkling shower room en-suite. Enclosed patio garden. Parking to the front on the road.

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A charming entrance pathway is lined with greenery, leading to a brick structure with large windows. The pathway is framed by lush foliage and flanked by a wooden bench, creating a peaceful and inviting approach to the building.
Guest suite
4.84 out of 5 average rating, 123 reviews

The Garden Annexe

Set in the historic village of Babraham, The Garden Annex is a tranquil, self-contained and spatious double room with TV, WiFi, microwave, kettle, mini-fridge and new, uniquely designed en-suite shower room complete with Japanese-style bidet toilet. It has its own gate and pretty, secluded garden area and patio for morning coffee with the birds. With free (on road) parking and good food at the village pub, it's perfect for exploring nearby Cambridge or Duxford Air Show accommodation.

Top guest favourite
The entrance to The Bakehouse features a traditional wooden door with a nameplate above. Surrounding windows display flower baskets filled with vibrant blooms. The exterior is adorned with characteristic thatched roofing and a charming cobblestone pathway leading to the door.
Guest house
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 735 reviews

The Bakehouse: former bakery in idyllic village

The Bakehouse is a totally self contained, newly renovated characterful detached annex to the left of our house. We also have "The Cob" and "The Barn", each suitable for 2 adults. Situated in a quiet position overlooking historic Thriplow's village green. Just a minute's walk and you reach the award winning community run gastro pub or well stocked village shop. Only 8 miles from the city of Cambridge, so perfect for anyone visiting or working in Cambridge or the surrounding area.

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Guest house
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 154 reviews

Studio with Garden Views

Refurbished private unit in Stapleford with separate access and self check in. Quiet residential area with parking and easy access to M11. Ten minutes walk to Shelford Train Station (Liverpool St Line to London and Cambridge). On bus route to Addenbrookes hospital and Cambridge centre. Village centre with bakery, butcher, supermarket and eateries. THE SPACE Refurbished en-suite room . King size bed, lamp, large fan, toaster, microwave, kettle, fridge, sink, TV, wifi and hairdryer.

Guest favourite
The open living area features natural stone flooring and a cozy seating arrangement with soft sofas. A staircase leads to the upper level, while nearby, a small dining table is set for intimate meals. Artwork adorns the walls, adding character to the space.
Guest house
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 199 reviews

Cool, cosy annex in Hauxton

Fresh, contemporary 2 storey 1 bedroom property ideal for a couple, with capacity to sleep another adult or child. The entire annex is yours for your stay. Hauxton is a quiet, attractive village located just 3.9 miles south of Cambridge city centre – nature, green spaces and rural walks in abundance yet super easy to get into Cambridge, the perfect base to explore. London access nearby (rail or road) and a 5 minute drive from the M11. Discounts may be available for long stays.

Top guest favourite
A detached holiday let is featured with a modern wooden exterior and a welcoming entrance. Lush greenery lines the pathway, and large glass doors lead into the interior. The driveway offers space for parking, accented by decorative gravel and landscaped beds.
Bungalow
5 out of 5 average rating, 117 reviews

The Print Room

This stylish self contained getaway is in a vibrant village just south of dreamy Cambridge. Walking distance to local pubs, restaurants, coffee shops, arts centre, supermarket, pharmacy, library and deli. Very well connected by cycleways to Cambridge and the countryside, road, rail and bus. Plenty to see and enjoy in the beautiful villages, yet accessible to London, Stansted airport, Newmarket Racecourse, Duxford IWM, Addenbrookes Hospital and the bio medical campuses.

Guest favourite
A dining area features a round wooden table surrounded by modern, grey chairs. A decorative white sideboard and an artwork of an abstract flag are visible against the wall. An original fireplace adds character, illuminated by a stylish pendant light.
Townhouse
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 129 reviews

Lovingly restored period property.

The house has been completely refurbished. It is in a quiet cul de sac in a village 4 miles from the centre of Cambridge, home of one of Europe's preeminent universities. We are also only 2.5 miles from the Cambridge Biomedical Campus, one of the world's largest biomedical centres. Close by are three great houses, Audley End, Anglesey Abbey and Wimpole Hall. The Imperial War Museum, Duxford, host to three major air shows, is only 5 miles away.

Top guest favourite
A charming exterior view of the converted barn showcases its dark wooden façade, complemented by a white door. Flower pots with greenery and seasonal blooms adorn the entrance, while a gravel pathway leads to the property. Lush trees provide a natural backdrop.
Cottage
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 381 reviews

Comfortable two bedroom barn near Cambridge

Comfortable fully equipped converted barn ideally located close to Cambridge in the village of Whittlesford which has a mainline railway station (Cambridge from 9 mins, London from 60 mins). It is 5 minutes drive to Duxford Imperial War Museum, 10 minute drive to Trumpington Park and Ride to visit Cambridge, 15 minutes to Addenbrookes Hospital 15 minute drive to Saffron Walden (Audley End House and gardens) and 22 miles to Stansted airport.

Guest favourite
A compact room features a spacious bed with neutral bedding and a polished wooden floor. A small kitchenette with a microwave and a wooden countertop is visible. A window allows natural light to enter, and a private entrance is accessible through glass doors.
Guest suite
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 556 reviews

Cosy self contained annex

A newly built, small but practical, self contained annex adjoined to the side of the main house by the side and from the ceiling. It has it's own entrance for privacy and a key safe that allows guests to let themselves in. It's an ideal place for a short term stay and offers good value in a very expensive city. It has a small kitchen area with microwave, toaster, mini fridge and kettle. The annex also has a desk work space and a shower.

Guest favourite
Farm stay
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 218 reviews

Luxury Countryside Retreat with Hot Tub

Escape to a peaceful countryside setting moments from Cambridge. Set within our home yet with its own private entrance, this beautifully designed space offers generous gardens and sweeping rural views. Unwind in the premium British-made hot tub featuring UV filtration technology, then venture into historic Cambridge - just a short drive away - for culture, dining and riverside walks. The perfect balance of country calm and city access.

Top guest favourite
A charming brick and flint cottage is set within manicured hedges, showcasing a welcoming entrance with a clock tower above. The surrounding gravel driveway leads to a well-maintained yard, enhancing the cottage's classic appeal against a backdrop of greenery and open sky.
Cottage
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 351 reviews

Clock Cottage - spacious historic converted dairy

Clock Cottage is a handsome Grade 2 listed detached brick and flint cottage in a desirable and sought after convenient location. The spacious accommodation is set within the grounds of Home Farm House, an important farmhouse dating back to the 17th Century. The cottage extends over 1,200 square foot providing hall, sitting room, study, fitted kitchen/ dining room, 2 bedrooms, bathroom, garden and a private south facing courtyard.

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