Guests say
Nightingale Lodge is a spacious, well-equipped and cosy cottage, praised for its cleanliness, comfort, and friendly, welcoming hosts. Guests particularly enjoyed the rural setting, visiting animals, and easy access to local attractions. The property is ideal for relaxing getaways and family stays. While some guests noted the proximity to the A52 and occasional traffic noise, most found this a minor issue compared to the many positives. The cottage’s thoughtful touches and excellent facilities make it a popular choice for repeat visitors.
Multiple reviews highlight the cottage as immaculately clean and well maintained, with no significant complaints about cleanliness.
The rural location is appreciated for its peacefulness and access to local attractions, but several guests mention the proximity to the A52 and associated traffic noise as a drawback.
Guests consistently describe the cottage as warm, cosy, and spacious, with comfortable beds. One review mentions a sofa needing replacement, but this is outweighed by overall comfort.
The property is praised for being well-equipped, with a modern kitchen, smart TV with Netflix, and good security. A broken shower was mentioned but was communicated in advance by the host.
Hosts are repeatedly described as friendly, welcoming, and helpful, providing clear instructions and a warm atmosphere. While thoughtful touches are noted, gifts are not specifically mentioned and cannot be guaranteed.
About this property
This cottage has a lovely view from the conservatory across the paddock, to enjoy with your morning tea or coffee..
Ground Floor:
Living room: Smart TV, Woodburner
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Conservatory.
Bedroom 1: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Ensuite: Toilet (Only).
Biomass central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot and highchair. Welcome pack. Garden with garden furniture and sitting-out area. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. This lovely cottage was once part of the owner’s large farmhouse and offers spacious accommodation with bedrooms on the ground and first floor, both with their own bathroom. All the rooms are spacious, and the conservatory offers a lovely view over the paddock. Just a short drive away are the delightful market towns of Stamford (one of the finest Georgian towns in England) and Oakham, the county town of Rutland, with nearby Rutland water set in over 3,000 acres of beautiful rolling countryside – perfect for walking, cycling and bird watching.
Newark, with its antique and vintage shops, and the historic city of Lincoln also lie within easy reach, all within a 26 mile radius. Slightly further afield, Norfolk with its sandy beaches and nature reserves is approximately an hour’s drive to the east. Lincolnshire is well known for being the Bomber County in wwii and there are many interesting heritage sites and museums to visit. There are great walks and cycle routes from the barn door with the village pub to relax in, or your own wood burner to chill out in front of, after a great day out. Shop is 6 miles, pub and restaurant 1 mile walk along a footpath or 1.2 miles by road
Free WiFi
Reviews (16)
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Confirmed Guest
Very comfortable and host helpful and friendly.A knowledge that it was on the A 52 road would not be acceptable in the summer with doors open. It is a very busy road and should be mentioned in the details !
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Confirmed Guest
We have just had a lovely relaxing week in Nightingale Cottage. Owners were very friendly, as were the hens! The cottage was so comfortable, warm and cosy, and immaculately clean and well equipped. Easy access to Grantham and other local market towns and National Trust properties. We would recommend this property very highly.
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Sharon Taylor-Pate
Fabulous warm cosy, spacious, cottage. Needs new sofa, support has gone. Everything else was wonderful. Surrounding area beautiful. Many nice villages and towns not too far to travel to. Hosts fabulous.