Guests say
The Old Stables offers a peaceful and homely retreat in the countryside near Horncastle, with guests consistently praising its cleanliness, comfort, and tranquil setting. The cottage is well-equipped and ideal for those seeking relaxation, with friendly and welcoming hosts. Many guests appreciated the thoughtful touches on arrival. While some minor issues were noted, such as the size of the fridge, shower cubicle, and limited direct dog access, the overall experience is highly positive, making it a popular choice for both families and dog owners.
Multiple reviews highlight the immaculate condition and cleanliness of the property, with guests describing it as spotless and well-presented throughout their stay.
The cottage is praised for its peaceful countryside location, proximity to Horncastle and local attractions, and easy access to the coast. Some guests found directions slightly confusing, but overall the setting is highly regarded.
Guests frequently mention the cottage's comfort, with cosy beds, good heating, and a homely atmosphere. A few noted minor issues with the bathroom and shower, but these did not detract significantly from overall comfort.
The property is generally well-equipped, with plenty of household essentials, books, and entertainment. Some guests noted the small fridge, limited shower space, and lack of direct garden access for dogs as areas for improvement.
Guests often mention the warm welcome from the hosts and thoughtful arrival gifts such as welcome packs, milk, and cake. Please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
A great touring base, with Lincoln, Horncastle and the coastal resort of Skegness all within easy reach.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Living room: DVD Player
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack. Courtyard with outdoor furniture. 7 acre natural grounds (shared). Private parking for two cars. No smoking. Please note: There is an unfenced beck, 250 yards away.. Situated just outside the small village of West Ashby on an 8 acre small holding, this single storey cottage is in an ideal location for holidaymakers wishing to explore the delights of the Lincolnshire Wolds. The tranquil village of Fulletby and the country market town of Horncastle are only 2 miles away. Experience Lincoln’s remarkable sites and historic gems, including Lincoln Cathedral, medieval Bishop’s Palace, Lincoln Castle, the Museum of Lincolnshire Life and Ellis Mill. For a fantastic day out for all the family, the famous Pleasure Island Theme Park is a must. Golf course and day fishing ½ mile. Shop 2 miles, pub and restaurant ½ mile.
Free WiFi
Only dogs allowed at the property.
There is open water in the property grounds.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (15)
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SUSAN AKERS
The Old Stables was good but there were a few things that could improve. We took our 95 year old mum for a short break but the bathroom was pretty awful, really cold heated towel rail not working shower cubicle to small and not accessible to her. The hob in the kitchen did not heat up so no cooking available the fridge so small you could not put food in and stranger still no back door to the garden to let the dog out . Back fence not high enough most dogs would jump over and the grass was to high. Lovely welcome by Keith and pleasant views but all in all a bit disappointing.
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Confirmed Guest
Very well equipped, warm and comfortable. Friendly hosts with a lot of thought to make our stay go smoothly.
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Rosie Ireson
We had a very nice peaceful Christmas holiday at the old stables.The cottage is beautifully presented, well appointed, clean and comfortable.We were near enough Horncastle to easily pick up things if we needed them.Our dogs enjoyed the garden attached, just had to be careful of yard cats when walking to the garden from the cottage.We tried not to befriend the horses but if you go in the garden it's hard to ignore them wanting nose rubs as they huff until you say hello🤣We found good dog fields a five minute drive into Horncastle near the cricket and leisure clubs there's woodland and large pastures we took our dogs on for zoomies and met lots of nice dog walkers.We enjoyed visiting Lincoln cathedral with dogs on Christmas day.We also visited Chapel st Leonard's and enjoyed a sheltered walk through the sand dunes as it was really windy and cold on the beach!I would definitely recommend the accommodation, only thing that could be improved is the size of fridge freezer and the strength of the WiFi at times, tiny things really!