Guests say
The Sanctuary receives glowing praise for its beautifully decorated, comfortable accommodation and peaceful rural setting. Guests consistently highlight the warm, attentive hosts, immaculate cleanliness, and thoughtful touches throughout the property. The secure garden, friendly sheep, and dog-friendly amenities are especially appreciated. Many guests mention the relaxing atmosphere, quality furnishings, and well-equipped kitchen, making it ideal for families, friends, and pet owners alike. The location offers tranquillity while remaining convenient for exploring local attractions. Overall, guests describe their stays as memorable and are eager to return.
Multiple reviews describe the property as spotlessly clean, immaculate, and well-presented. No negative comments regarding cleanliness were found, and guests consistently express satisfaction with the standard of hygiene throughout the cottage.
The rural, peaceful location is frequently praised for its tranquillity and scenic surroundings, with easy access to local villages and attractions. A few guests note the single-lane country road, but this is not seen as a significant drawback.
Guests repeatedly mention the comfort of the beds, spacious and airy rooms, and relaxing atmosphere. The air conditioning in bedrooms during warm weather is highlighted as a bonus. No significant comfort issues are reported.
The property is described as very well-equipped, with quality furnishings, secure garden, modern appliances, and thoughtful extras for both adults and dogs. Facilities such as air conditioning, enclosed garden, and kitchen equipment are highly appreciated.
Guests frequently mention thoughtful touches such as homemade bread, fresh eggs, flowers, and dog treats. While these gifts are highly appreciated, it should be noted that such extras are not guaranteed for every stay. The hosts' attentive and caring approach is consistently praised.
About this property
A perfect base for friends or families to have a luxurious Lincolnshire getaway.. 2 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Smart TV, Woodburner, Bi-Fold Doors Leading To Garden
Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 3: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request).
Oil central heating, air conditioning (in first floor bedrooms), electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack. Doggy Extras. Rear enclosed garden with patio, garden furniture and BBQ. Bike store. Private parking for 2/3 cars. No smoking.. The Sanctuary is a beautiful barn conversion which offers a comfortable stay in the Medieval hamlet of Burton Pedwardine, which can trace its history back to before the Norman Conquest and is mentioned in The Domesday Book. The characterful property is set on the owners’ sheep sanctuary and has been stylishly decorated and furnished with a unique flourish (the owners are artists), giving a relaxing home-from-home feeling.
The Sanctuary offers a luxury holiday retreat whilst being ideally located to explore all that Lincolnshire has to offer. The locale is steeped in history and the land is the predominant site of the original medieval village complete with an 11 meter deep well, the village pond and the old road running diagonally across. The Sanctuary is built with salvaged materials from outbuildings which once stood adjacent to the main house and on part of the old village green. The owners built a barn-style property with a double-height ceiling and the slate roof was salvaged from the nearby Victorian Schoolhouse.The property is entered directly into the bright and spacious living area. There is a cosy sitting area which boasts a stunning wood burner providing additional heat and charm along with a Smart TV ideal for kicking back and relaxing in comfort. In the same open-plan space, there is a warm dining area which seats six and a coffee/tea station on the way to the well-equipped, well-presented kitchen with plenty of space for food preparation should you not wish to dine at the many eateries close by. On the same floor is a lovely bathroom with a generous shower. Through the bi-fold doors from the living area, there is a gorgeous patio area leading on to the property’s private, enclosed garden, surrounded by stunning views giving you a great place to sit out and relax in the summer months whilst enjoying a glass of fizz, or simply taking in the fresh morning air to the sound of sheep and chickens with your coffee.
There are three good-sized bedrooms one on the ground floor and two on the first floor. The ground floor bedroom has a generous kingsize bed. One of the bedrooms on the first floor has en-suite facilities and another king-size bed. The third bedroom is the largest with a super kingsize zip and link bed, small sitting area, TV and dressing table. The upper bedrooms have air conditioning. All bedrooms have fresh cotton linen, guaranteeing a perfect night’s sleep and guests are provided with soft, quality towels.
Heckington is two miles away with a train station for trips to the East Coast with its many beaches and nature reserves. Heckington has three pubs, an independent brewery within the eight-sailed windmill, a Co-op, greengrocers, takeaways and cafés (there is a wonderful coffee shop on the high street and an award-winning chip shop). Heckington also plays host to the largest village country show in the UK. Situated just six miles away is the town of Sleaford which has plenty of independent shops, restaurants, cafés and pubs.
There is also The Hub, a national centre for art and design and a theatre, plus historical attractions. Within a 40-minute drive are Lincoln, Grantham and Newark with their castles and cathedrals. Just a half hour away is Woodhall Spa which has the headquarters of the National Golf Union, two golf courses and an academy. Locally, there are lovely walks through the surrounding countryside and cycle routes straight from your accommodation with an abundance of wildlife which surrounds the property. Lincolnshire Cycle Trail runs through the village. Cyclists around here are made of serious stuff; however, local roads are largely level and easy for novices. The fantastic Lincolnshire Wolds National Park is also easily accessible with plenty of scenic walks and cycle trails.
Free WiFi
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (43)
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Confirmed Guest
Beautiful home, decorated with owners own art. Light with large windows, comfortable and with own enclosed garden. Home is connected to owners and is on a sheep sanctuary which, with permission, you can go and see the sheep
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Susan B
A beautifully presented, clean and cosy cottage in a peaceful and tranquil location. The owners were extremely attentive and approachable and full of local knowledge. We loved seeing the sheep from the windows. There were lots of walks from the door and it wasn't too far to Sleaford for food shopping.
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Debbie Kelly
First time staying and we were very impressed. We’ve stayed in lots of cottages and this is one of the best. So light and bright and comfortable.Freshly baked bread and portion of butter on the table when we arrived and a pint of milk in the fridge, oh and gravy bones biscuits for our dog. They offered to leave extra poo bags and throws in case we needed them too. Amanda and Barry were so lovely and friendly as well.The bedrooms were also big and very comfortable. And the decor and artwork (prints and paintings by Barry) is stunning - we liked the artwork so much we bought a framed print to bring home!You are based on a sheep sanctuary that Amanda runs and if you ask her she will happily let you join her to feed the sheep too! Co-op close by in Heckington (2 minutes drive away) and other big supermarkets in Sleaford (max 10 minutes drive away). If you’re lucky and you’re a fast plane enthusiast you can get to see the red arrows practicing at RAF Waddington and euro fighter jets at RAF Coningsby.In fact we liked this so much we’ve already booked for next year!