Guests say
Amberleigh Cottage in Rutland offers a spacious stay in a charming village with local amenities. Guests appreciate the property's location, ideal for exploring nearby attractions and enjoying the village's friendly pub and chip shop. The house is noted for its ample room and potential for a cosy, family-friendly atmosphere.
The property generally appears to be clean, with specific mentions of tidy rooms. However, there are comments about the need for deeper cleaning in less visible areas and outdoor bins, as well as occasional mentions of unpleasant odours and grime.
The location is highly praised for its convenience, proximity to local attractions, and the presence of a good pub and chip shop within the village. The scenic setting contributes positively to the guests' experience.
Comfort receives mixed reviews. While some guests found the property spacious and the beds comfortable, others reported issues with mattresses and noise disturbances. The living room is described as dark and gloomy by some, affecting the overall comfort level.
Facilities are adequate but several guests noted the need for maintenance and updates. Issues with hot water availability, TV reception, and kitchen equipment are mentioned, alongside suggestions for improvements in garden and driveway conditions.
While some guests mention welcome trays and Christmas decorations, there is insufficient information to determine a consistent level of thoughtfulness across all stays. As such, it cannot be guaranteed that such amenities will be provided for future guests.
About this property
Greetham 1.8 miles. Situated in the small village of Cottesmore, in the East Midlands, is this delightful property. This cottage is just as suitable for friends as it is for families, with its superb layout and desirable village location with access to excellent pubs and amenities, making it exceptional. The cottage provides a light, airy and extremely welcoming accommodation, set across two floors. Look forward to relaxing and unwinding in the open-plan living space, with plenty of seating to curl up and catch up with your favourite shows, whilst the dining area provides ample space for those family gatherings. Furnished to a high-standard, this kitchen will inspire you to dust off those cook books and indulge in all the contemporary appliances at hand. Choose from any one of the five well-presented bedrooms, resting across two floors and comprising of a ground-floor double and single, as well as a first-floor double and two twins, all of which have a range of contemporary and stylish furniture to store your personal items. Both double bedrooms each enjoy the benefit of an en-suite bathroom, whilst a shower room resting on the first floor provides the guests in the other bedrooms a lovely place to freshen up. Outside there is a large enclosed lawned garden and patio area, perfect for letting your furry companions loose, whilst you enjoy a spot of alfresco dining in the evening sun. Greetham itself has a Grade I listed church, dating back to the Norman era, though it was largely rebuilt during the 13-15th centuries. Discover the beautiful Barnsdale Gardens spanning across 8-acres, Rutland Water, popular for all manners of watersporting activities, but especially fishing and kayaking. Something your little ones will enjoy is the Aqua Park Rutland, a waterpark full of fun and adventure. A quirky place to visit is Bugtopia The Zoo, which features over 75 species of reptiles and invertebrates. You will discover a range of traditional pubs and restaurants nearby if you don't fancy cooking one evening, with a selection of shops and supermarkets for picking up any last-minute essentials, or for treating yourself to some holiday gifts. Return to Amberleigh for a relaxing evening with your loved ones.
Greetham is a rural village nestled in the East Midlands, within the Rutland district. It offers a convenience store and local pub for your amenities, whilst the nearby towns of Oakham and Melton Mowbray provide a larger choice. You are well-placed for accessing the Rutland Water for a plethora of watersporting opportunities and rich with wildlife.
Accommodation
Five bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite bath, shower, basin and WC, 1 x ground-floor double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 2 x twin with basin, 1 x ground-floor single.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Living/dining room with woodburning stove.
Garage/utility
Electric oven and hob, microwave, toaster, kettle, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, TV and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off road parking for 4 cars.
Enclosed lawned garden and patio area with furniture.
Pets are welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 1.8 miles and pub 0.01 miles.
Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping Bond of £100.00.
Note: The spiral staircase has been replaced with a solid wooden one.
Note: There are low wooden beams in the twin rooms and one double room, please take care
Reviews (51)
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Lisa
It was October so nights are chilly Induction hob very hard to use Downstairs toilet needs a good scrub!
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Karl
Lovely and spacious for a family and dog. It does need a little TLC but it was perfect for what we wanted. The village is very pretty. We went for Sunday roast at the Sun up the road it was delicious and very dog friendly.
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Paul
By todayâs standards it was tired and in need of refurbishment. Freeview TV stations were unwatchable, and it was only possible to watch TV via online iPlayer on the BT Box. There were no instructions on how to use the TV. The small downstairs bedroomâs door latch was broken, meaning that someone could be trapped inside the room. There was no wall mounted soap or grab handles in the upstairs shower. The rug by the French windows probably needs replacing because it ruffled up easily and could become a trip hazard. Although there was signage, the outside paving is dangerous, and perhaps the loose paving bricks need lifting around the tree. There was a lack of large dishes and bowls for cooking purposes, especially for full occupancy of nine. (we were only five). The oven trays were too large for the oven. Proper detailed instructions are needed for the complicated induction hob, which proved impossible to operate without downloading the manufacturerâs instructions. There was a general paucity of cleaning materials and tea towels. There was no up to date information generally, especially the rubbish emptying schedule. We had to consult the local authority website, and the two recycling bins were completely full and had obviously not been emptied for some time. In spite of this long list, we enjoyed our stay, but we feel this could be a really first class holiday cottage with much more attention to detail. Small deficiencies do tend to spoil a visit. There seems to be inadequate close monitoring either by the owner or Sykes Cottages. The guest comments book and online feedback point out many of the above problems, which have not been attended to.