Lavender Cottage

About this property

Lavender Cottage is a simply beautiful, stone-built abode settled into the countryside village of Witham on the Hill, near Stamford and Rutland. With stunning interiors and a whole host of amenities to cater to your needs, this is an ideal property for friends and families looking to explore the wonders of Lincolnshire. Park up on the pretty floral driveway and make your way into this stunning property. Enter into a contemporary open-plan living space, sporting bi-fold doors allowing in swathes of natural light, a stylish bar space for creating hearty meals, and a whole selection of amenities available at your fingertips. This space has a dining table where guests can enjoy a meal together, as well as a handy utility and cloakroom. Following on from this space, settle into the tastefully outfitted sitting room, offering a woodburning stove to warm your feet in the cooler months. From the living space, throw open the glass doors and head out into the picturesque garden, soaking in the sunshine as you enjoy a tipple or two. When sleep calls, three well-presented bedrooms, and a sleek bathroom, await. Freshen up with a soak in the tub before cosying up in one of the three bedrooms, choosing between a king-size, a twin which can be set up as a double on request, and a bunk room. The village of Witham on the Hill offers pretty scenery, a beautiful church and a range of lovely walks, with a footpath behind the property leading to local villages and providing the perfect spot for dog walks. It is also home to Michelin recommended The Six Bells, serving cool drinks and locally sourced, seasonal cuisine. Any sporty guests should check out Rutland Golf Course, hosting a wonderful spot next to Rutland Water Nature Reserve and offering any keen golfers a lovely course steeped in gorgeous views of the surrounding lake and greenery. For amenities, Bourne is a small and thriving market town with an array of shops, pubs and supermarkets. From here visit the lovely town of Stamford, frequently voted the best place to live in the UK, and one of its five historic churches or the famous Burghley House. Visit the beautiful town of Uppingham, known for its fantastic architecture and famous public school, and Grimsthorpe, which is home to the exceptional Grimsthorpe Castle Park and Gardens where the 3rd season of Bridgerton was filmed! For those looking for something action-packed, Rutland Water Park is just a short drive from the property. Other local attractions include the National Trust’s Belton House and Easton Walled Gardens, whilst the city of Cambridge is just under an hour away by car. Explore Rutland and Lincolnshire with a stay at the stunning Lavender Cottage.

Thurlby is a lovely village settled into Lincolnshire. The village offers a local pub where you can enjoy a beverage in the sunshine, as well as a post office where you can stock up on essentials. Thurlby is close to Bourne where you will find Bourne Museum, more shops and pubs, and walks through Bourne Woods. From here you can visit Grimsthorpe Castle Park & Gardens, Spalding for more museums and the Baytree Owl and Wildlife Centre, and many more villages and towns, including Stamford, and Peterborough where you will find a golf course, riverside walks, nature reserves, and more. Newark offers many antique shops, whilst strolls can be enjoyed in the grounds of the National Trust’s Belton House and Easton Walled Gardens. Explore

Accommodation

Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x twin (zip/link can be double on request), 1 x bunk.

Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.

Cloakroom with basin and WC.

Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area, and sitting area with woodburning stove.

Utility

Gas central heating.

Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, coffee machine, kettle, toaster.

TV, WiFi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Off-road parking for 6 cars.

Non-enclosed front lawn, rear enclosed lawn and patio with furniture, barbecue and storage shed.

One well-behaved dog welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 2.9 miles, pub 0.1 miles