Carolina B&B and Self Catering Accommodation 138 Perne Road, Cambridge, CB1 3NX Tel: 01223 247015 Fax: 01223 411188

Cambridge is one of the most beautiful and picturesque cities in Great Britain thanks to its own combination of historic buildings and famous University Colleges.

Situated on the ring road Carolina  is a perfect base for those to visiting this lovely city and its surrounding towns and villages; for those in Cambridge for business or for visiting the world famous Addenbrooke's hospital. The easy access from/to M11 (junction 11) and A14 makes Carolina also a good base for those flying from/to Stansted Airport and for those working at the Science Park or Business Park.  Carolina is located 30 minutes walking  from the city centre and is also within walking distance from the new shopping centre "Grand Arcade", from the Grafton Centre, Addenbrooke's Hospital, Marshall's Airport, Bus and Railway Station. Those locations can also be easily reached by bus; the bus stop is virtually on doorstep; buses run every 10 minutes.

Carolina is a family run establishment that has been offering comfortable and well-appointed accommodation for over 10 years.

All rooms are individually decorated and furnished to a high standard, offering comfort, cleanliness and a relaxed homely environment. Most rooms are en suite and each room has its own colour TV, radio alarm clock, hairdryer, iron & ironing board and a welcome tray which includes teas, coffee & biscuits.  Wireless network available free of charge.

A superb and substantial breakfast is available in our spacious and bright dining room  from 7.30 am to 9.00 am week days and from 8.00 am to 9.30 am weekends  (earlier by prior arrangement). We offer a traditional Full English breakfast or a Continental breakfast.  We can cater for people with special needs e.g. vegetarian, gluten free, etc. ( by prior arrangement).

Other useful information:

• Spacious garden at the back, ideal for family with children or for a breakfast served "al fresco" on nice days.
• Children of all ages are welcome, we can provide highchair or cot. Children over the age of 12 are charged as adults.
• Off road parking available at the front.
• Rooms on ground floor available.
• You may check in from 14.30 (earlier or late evening arrival by prior arrangement)
• Check out time 10.30
• Non smoking establishment.
• Office location: 148 Perne road
• Self catering studio/apartment available ( please contact us  for more information).
• Students accommodation available  ( September to June).

Places to visit

Cambridge                                                    Other places surrounding Cambridge

The famous backs                                             Ely Cathedral

The River Cam                                                 The Duxford Air Museum

The Botanic Gardens                                       The famous racing town of Newmarket

Discount available for long term stays.

For a secure reservation a non-refundable deposit will be required, or a credit/debit card ,expiration date and last three numbers at the back of the card. Full payment of the balance will be payable on arrival. Payment can be made by cheques supported by bankers card, cash, traveller's cheques and credit card. Please note  for payment by card there is a surcharge. Cheques and traveller's cheque made payable to Mrs Carolina Amabile or to Carolina B&B.  Please ask for full cancellation policy at the time of making your booking.

Contact us:

We  would  be  pleased to help  you  with any enquiry.  Please  feel free  to contact us to  discuss your  accommodation needs. For information and booking enquiries please telephone us or email us to :

Tel.             01223 247015                 Calls outside UK       0044 1223 247015

Fax.            01223 411188                  Fax outside   UK       0044 1223 411188

Email          carolinaguesthouse@talktalk.net

Directions:                                                                                                                     

By rail:

From Station road turn into Tenison road, then into Devonshire road. Turn right on to Mill road and than turn right again on to Perne road. For cyclist or pedestrian once on Devonshire road, go over the pedestrian and cycle bridge, at the and turn right and take first road on the left ( Davy road), carry on straight until you get to Perne road roundabout.      From Station road you can also turn left on to Hills road, then left again on to Cherry Hinton road, at the roundabout left again on to Perne road.

By road:

From M11 junction 11, follow the sign Ring Road. At Trumpington road traffic lights turn right on to Long road. At the roundabout turn left into Mowbray road and than carry on straight following ring road on to Perne road.

From A10/A14 Cambridge/Ely exit turn right on to Horningsea road, carry on straight on Ditton lane, than turn right again on Newmarket road, at the first roundabout turn left on to Barnwell road, go straight over Sainsbury's roundabout until you get to Perne road

What some of our guest say:

Cambridge is a unique city ! Whatever the reason or the time of the year for your visit, you can always be assured of the very warmest welcome at Carolina.