Guests say
Paws in the Pines is a peaceful cottage with a wood-fired hot tub and enclosed garden. Guests appreciate the quiet location and the potential for relaxation, though some reported issues with cleanliness and maintenance. The property's dog-friendliness has been questioned, and the lack of access to the surrounding woodland was a disappointment for some.
Cleanliness has been a concern, with reports of dirty kitchenware, dog faeces in the garden, and an unpleasant smell in the kitchen. However, the cottage itself was described as clean upon arrival.
The location is peaceful and good for those seeking quiet, though the lack of nearby public footpaths for dog walking was a drawback. The woodland retreat aspect was also misleading as access to the woods is restricted.
Comfort received mixed reviews. Some guests found the cottage and its layout decent, but others reported uncomfortable furniture and issues with underfloor heating.
Facilities and maintenance issues were noted, including poor internet signal, lack of basic kitchen appliances like a freezer and dishwasher, and worn kitchenware. The hot tub requires manual heating, which was a negative for some.
There is no mention of welcome gifts or additional thoughtful touches in the reviews, so it is not possible to assess this category.
About this property
Paws in the Pines invites you to escape; this romantic holiday home lies in the peaceful hamlet of Frithville near Lincolnshire and is the perfect destination for a romantic getaway.. 2 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Smart TV, Woodburner, Sofa Bed (Double)
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Range, Microwave, Fridge
Shower Room: Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed.
Electric underfloor heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included. Doggy extras. Enclosed back garden with raised decking, sitting-out area, garden furniture and barbecue. Wood-fired hot tub (private). Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. This dog-friendly haven is the perfect spot for two, or four utilising the double sofa bed in the lounge, allowing you to enjoy some quality time together in the serene surroundings of the Lincolnshire countryside. Whether it’s long walks, homely nights in or making memories, Paws in the Pines is the place to be. Step inside the serene sanctuary of Paws in the Pines and start your journey into relaxed bliss.
The open-plan living space boasts a well-equipped kitchen with all the necessary amenities for a week away, along with a dining area and sitting area with a toasty woodburning stove to cosy up in front of. After dinner at the dining table, freshen up in the ground-floor bathroom and if it’s already late, unwind in the plush, large double bedroom ahead of another adventure. Alternatively, slip out into the private garden and discover the woodland, lawn and raised decking area with barbecue, the perfect spot for toasting to your romantic escape.
Take your relaxation to the next level with a dip in the hot tub or challenge your loved one to a game of table tennis. Or if you’re a golfer, the course is just 1.2 miles away. Discover the nearby towns and attractions of Lincolnshire, starting with the historic seaside town of Skegness or the local markets in Frithville.
In the local town, you can wander through the cobbled streets and uncover a wealth of independent shops, eateries and pubs, all set against a backdrop of an 11th-century church, the iconic St Botolph’s Church. Then why not venture to the magnificent city of Lincoln, where you can explore the characterful uphill streets, the awe-inspiring Lincoln Cathedral and the vibrant Steep Hill. Travel to the Georgian town of Horncastle for a unique shopping experience and enjoy a day out at Skegness for a wealth of adventurous activities, such as the Seal Sanctuary, theme parks and boating tours. Start creating your perfect getaway with a stay at Paws in the Pines
Free WiFi
Only dogs allowed at the property.
The owner lives on-site/nearby.
There are steps to the property.
Please note: Towels provided are not for beach or hot tub use.
Suitable for up to 4 pets
Reviews (6)
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Confirmed Guest
Very difficult to locate in the dark. Poor instructions its an unlit rural location.Heating was on low, took all night to get to a reasonable temperature. Hot tub is full of cold water that needs a fire built under it.Shower over a bath with no taps runs slower than a watering can and does not drain away. The bathroom sink was also slow to drain. No heating upstairs. General cosmetic state was poor. Very bare, everything very basic and low cost. Just pretty miserable. A vacuum cleaner and a scabby sack of logs in the living room. No rugs on the floors. Welcome book was a shabby dog eared mess. In the bedroom an assortment of shop clothes hangers all different. Booked 2 nights only stayed 1.
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Lesley Kingham
I must say the owner did let us in at 3, as we weren’t using the hot tub. The cottage was clean but the vacuum had been left full.This cottage is advertised as ‘more than dog friendly’.I’m sorry we beg to differ.The only thing that is dog friendly is the fenced off garden. The dogs cannot go outside this area ,as it mentions this in the Welcome pack, we would be trespassing.There was no dog bowl for water, no blankets or beds provided for them and we were told in the ‘welcome pack’, no dogs on furniture. dog Friendly?One of the owners dogs came in the courtyard where we were told was our area for parking our car. Our dogs may not be reactive but it certainly made me feel uncomfortable.The pots and pans had really seen better days, there was only six glasses , sadly not a matching set.It was advertised shower room but the shower is over the bath so we thought, naively, we could have a bath. No taps on bath. No shower mat either.Underfloor heating, bathroom floor felt a little warm, the rest didn’t, however, if we would have been prepared to stay longer, I’m sure the owner would have sorted this.Quite a few bulbs gone in ceiling lights.We found the settee very uncomfortable.I was very uncomfortable after reading the ‘Welcome pack’, it was full of lots of rules. It felt more like an ‘ Unwelcome pack.’A drawing of the owners land and your area.The owner had had problems with previous people in the wooded area and he’d written all the reasons why we couldn’t go in the wooded area,but to be honest , that really didn’t matter, we didn’t need to know this.He wrote a page to the dogs, that they could go in the woods and collect sticks or chase squirrels, and then told us, we couldn’t go in the woods………..We booked for four nights but felt so uncomfortable we left after the first night.I know the owner says in his ‘welcome pack’, call me, I will fix things if I can but we really didn’t want to stay. Our dogs wanted a descent seat.In our opinion, the owner would be better off making this just a people place and then his dogs, whom he kept saying, it’s their home, would be happy. Really not a dog friendly place. Our dogs are part of our family, that’s why we pick Dog friendly places, this definitely wasn’t.
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Gemma Lawrence
We stayed here for 4 nights recently and have just got back, the stay was good but not what we expected. We booked this as it was advertised as a woodland retreat, however on arrival after reading the booklet we realised the woodland is no longer in use to the public due to past guest, it would have been nice to be informed of any changes as this was the main reason we booked here. After staying at previous cottages we have always been left a welcome pack which included bread/milk etc and it just feels more “ welcoming”. We had a 3 hour drive and didn’t expect to have to go hunting to the shops for milk before we could have a drink. Pros • Cottage is a decent size, good layout and in a peaceful location. • Log fire was great and warmed up the property for hours! • Small enclosed garden space for the dog to run around in - also a wood fired hot tub.• nice area, with nice walks to go on. ( owner leaves these in the booklet provided) Cons • We had to wash everything before use as it was left dirty! • No washing machine in the property• No freezer, so you cannot freeze any food if you have taken any. • All the cups are very dirty/stained ( I know this happens but it just makes it look very unclean) we ended up going out to buy our own.