East Cambridgeshire
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East Cambridgeshire is a rural district in the east of Cambridgeshire, centred on the cathedral city of Ely. The landscape is characterised by flat fenland, with the distinctive bulk of Ely Cathedral visible across the surrounding plains. The area has long been defined by its relationship with water—the River Great Ouse runs through it, and the fens were historically drained for agriculture.
Where to stay in East Cambridgeshire
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Self-catering cottages and converted farm buildings form the bulk of accommodation in the area. Wood Fen Lodges, near Ely, offers Reed Lodge and Sedge Lodge, modern two and three-bedroom options with ratings of 4.9 out of 5. For a smaller space, Piggles Retreat in Newmarket has Lion House, a one-bedroom camping cabin. The Anchor in Ely is a five-bedroom riverside property. Several converted barn properties are available through Caves Farm Barns, including Heron, Kestrel and Pheasant, all near Ely and sleeping between three and four bedrooms.
9.3
The Old Hall Ely
Stuntney, one mile from Ely city centre
from £175/night
The Red Lion Stretham
47 High Street, Ely
Riverside Inn
8 Annesdale, Ely
9.5
Peacocks Tearoom and Fine B&B
Waterside, on the riverside quay
from £110/night
8.0
The Nyton Guest House
Barton Road, ten minutes' walk from the cathedral
from £95/night
8.6
The Royal Standard
Fore Hill, city centre near the cathedral and river
from £90/night
Travelodge Ely
A10/a142 Roundabout, Ely
7.6
The Lamb Hotel
Lynn Road, city centre near the cathedral
from £89/night
Things to Do in East Cambridgeshire
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Where to Eat in East Cambridgeshire
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Attractions Near East Cambridgeshire
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Camping in East Cambridgeshire
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Meadow View Camping and Caravan Site
⭐ 3.8 · from £30/night
Sherwood Farm
⭐ 4.9 · from £60/night
Two Acres Caravan and Camping
⭐ 2.9 · from £20/night
Bridge House Meadows
from £18/night
Willow Grange Farm
⭐ 4.6
Trelander Certificated Site
⭐ 4.7
Hatters Meadows
⭐ 4.8 · from £21/night
New Park Farm
⭐ 4.4 · from £65/night
Self-Catering Cottages in East Cambridgeshire(21)
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Wood Fen Lodges
2 cottages · from £467
Caves Farm Barns
4 cottages · from £337
Piggles Retreat- Lion House
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £1,432
The Anchor
5 bed · sleeps 10 · from £1,592
The Barn at Butts Farm
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £567
The Hoops
4 bed · sleeps 7
Barrow Barn
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £581
Beavers
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £1,082
Common questions about East Cambridgeshire
How many holiday cottages are there in East Cambridgeshire?
We list 21 self-catering cottages in and around East Cambridgeshire.
Can I take a dog to a holiday cottage in East Cambridgeshire?
Yes — 6 of the 21 East Cambridgeshire cottages we list allow pets.
Are there large holiday cottages in East Cambridgeshire for groups?
Yes — the largest cottage we list in East Cambridgeshire sleeps 10.
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