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Think quintessentially English "chocolate box" cottage and you’ll find this is it.

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Dishwasher, cookware/dishes/utensils
Fireplace
3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Interior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Golf view
    Golf view

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Think quintessentially English "chocolate box" cottage and you’ll find this is it.

Think quintessentially English "chocolate box" cottage and you’ll find this is it! A superb thatched cottage in a beautiful and peaceful village.. Ground Floor:
Living room: (1 Step), Smart TV, Open Fire
Dining room.
Kitchen: Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Area, Electric Range, Microwave, American Fridge Freezer, Dishwasher
Living room 2: (1 Step)
Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for open fire included. Back garden with patio and garden furniture. Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There are 4 steps to the patio. . Bakers Retreat is a traditional thatched cottage in the delightful village of Exton in Rutland, and is surprisingly spacious and full of character. With beams and exposed stonework throughout and bedroom fireplaces, you’ll certainly be wowed by this mid 17th-century cottage. Step straight into the large kitchen/breakfast room where you can prepare your leisurely brunch whilst deciding what to do with your day. The spacious living room is focused on the stunning, stone inglenook fireplace with open fire where you can retreat on a chilly day. The large dining room provides the setting for a special dinner and another area to relax on the large sofas. On the first floor, you have three double bedrooms, one of which boasts an en-suite shower room. Every quintessential thatched cottage needs a beautiful English garden and that’s just what Bakers Retreat has, with a patio and outdoor seating area. There is also a bike store outside, with room for 6 vertically-stored bikes.
This exclusive and picturesque village backs onto the Exton Estate which dates back to the 12th century and enjoys a fabulous village pub. The village green is the focal point and is surrounded by many stone built, 300-year-old cottages so a very pleasant place to wander. If walking is what you like to do, then this is the area for you with many footpaths leading to the rolling countryside, and is a great place to get your two wheels on the many cycle routes. The edge of Rutland Water is only 2 miles away and is a great day out for everyone; for the adrenaline seekers, have a go at sailing, canoeing, windsurfing, golf, mini golf and rock climbing. Or for the more sedate, there are many walks, great places for fishing or spotting the local birds from the bird watching centre at the nature reserves. Cycling is also very popular in the surrounding area.
The market towns of Oakham, Uppingham and Stamford are close by and they all have a range of shops, pubs, tea rooms and restaurants. Do you love history and grand houses? Then there are so many to visit and choose from within easy driving distance including Burghley House, which is famous for its international horse trials, 12 miles away. Other places to visit include Belton House, 20 miles, Belvoir Castle, 24 miles, Rockingham Castle, 16 miles, Grimsthorpe Castle, 19 miles, and Elton Hall, 19 miles away. A little further afield is Althorp House, Princess Diana’s final resting place, as well as Boughton House and Cottesbrooke Hall.
Free WiFi

There are steps within the property.
Bike store holds 6 bikes.

Property manager

Cottages.com

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

su-UK41111-UK41111

About the area

Map
Exton, near Oakham

What's nearby

  • Barnsdale Gardens - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Rutland Water Nature Reserve - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Rutland Water Country Park - 3 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Normanton Church - 9 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Rutland Water Golf Course - 15 min drive - 13.7 km

Getting around

  • Oakham Station - 12 min drive
  • Nottingham (NQT) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Plough Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Sun Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ok Diners - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Wheatsheaf - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Amigos Pizza - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Think quintessentially English "chocolate box" cottage and you’ll find this is it. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Think quintessentially English "chocolate box" cottage and you’ll find this is it.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Think quintessentially English "chocolate box" cottage and you’ll find this is it.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Think quintessentially English "chocolate box" cottage and you’ll find this is it. located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Barnsdale Gardens and within 3 miles (5 km) of Rutland Water Nature Reserve and Rutland Water Country Park. Rutland Zorbing is 3 mi (4.9 km) away.

Think quintessentially English "chocolate box" cottage and you’ll find this is it. Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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