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Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car advised Nearest amenities: 4 km
Notes:
May take pets - please enquire Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
This attractive stone built, cottage can comfortably accommodate five people. Lavender cottage is situated in the village of Caldecott, in Rutland, England's smallest county - an area known for it's outstanding natural beauty.
Lavender Cottage is in very close vicinity to a number of our other self-catering cottages, therefore ideally suited for larger parties. For example, wedding groups, friends’ reunions and large family get-togethers. There are seven self-catering properties all within 500 metres of each other that in total can sleep thirty-three people.
Caldecott is an attractive village of ironstone cottages, situated on the A6003 between, Kettering and Oakham. Two local restaurants, The Plough Inn and The Castle Inn offer first-rate food and ale. Both /restaurants have the added advantage of being only a few minutes walk from the cottage.
Lavender cottage is perfectly placed for those who enjoy outdoor activities. Only fifteen minutes drive from Rutland Water, England's largest man-made lake, for fishing, bird watching, walking, horse riding, cycling sailing and windsurfing. On a sunny summer afternoon take a trip across the lake in the Rutland Belle motor steamer. For the children there's a butterfly farm to visit, a climbing wall for budding rock climbers and a number of playgrounds for smaller children.
There are many interesting places to visit in the vicinity including, Rockingham Castle, Burghley House, home of the famous Burghley horse trials. Another 'must visit' attraction is Barnsdale drought gardens, made famous by the late Geoff Hamilton, well known from his appearances on the BBC's gardening programmes.
There are numerous quality restaurants and pubs in the area, many in fabulous village locations. For those who like old English market towns there's Uppingham, with it's friendly Friday market and well known for it's public school and some well known ex pupils including Stephen Fry. Visit the ancient and truly magnificent market town of Stamford, where Middlemarch and many other films have been made.
Lavender Cottage
The Lounge
Dining area
Master Bedroom
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The Heart of England / Peak District / Leicestershire and Rutland region
Small is beautiful, and certainly England's smallest county lives up to this maxim. Rutland County measures just sixteen miles square in area, where the countryside has little changed since medieval times, apart from the vast, Rutland Water reservoir.
Rutland was first recognised as an official Shire County in the 12th Century, although its history goes back much further. Many of the town and village names date back to the early Anglo Saxon period around the 7th Century.
Where the name Rutland came from, no one is certain. Some claim it refers to the rich red colour of the soil, but it is more likely that Rutland was Rota Land, a ruler who owned a large estate in the area soon after the Roman period.
Rutland is a little piece of old England, hidden away at the heart of the country. It's a place where Kings once hunted deer in the valleys, where tiny villages were bequeathed to Mercian Queens and where charming thatched cottages, ancient churches and fine Georgian architecture are all reminiscent of a bygone age.
Rutland / Caldecott area
Historic buildings in Rutland include the Great Hall of Oakham's Norman Castle, which is filled with horshoes from visiting aristocracy over the centuries. The famous Bede House at Lyddington was built as a palace for the Bishop's of Lincoln in the 15th Century and remains an important historic site at the heart of this pretty village.
The 1970's was a most turbulent time in Rutland's modern history. Not only did the county endure a dramatic change of landscape, but against its will it was also merged with Leicestershire, despite much opposition from the local inhabitants. However, Rutlander's independent spirit prevailed, and in 1997 Rutland regained it's status as a separate English County and today remains one of the most charming rural areas in Britain.
How to get there
UK and European low-cost flights from East Midlands (60km) - Ryanair and Flybe. International flights from Birmingham (60km) or London (Heathrow) (130km) Rail; Main line from Market Harborough (16km) to London Kings Cross and St Pancras (60mins) Car Hire: Hertz
Lavender Cottage nestles within the picturesque Welland Valley in the county of Rutland, only 3 miles from Corby, 8 miles from Market Harborough, 12 miles from Kettering, and less than 15 miles from the historic town of Stamford.
FROM THE NORTH: Motorway M1 - exit at junction 19. Take A14 eastbound towards Kettering, leaving at junction 7. Travel on the A43 for 2 miles, then onto A6003 signposted Oakham. Pass through the village of Rockingham and within 1.5 miles and you are in Caldecott. When in Caldecott pass by The Plough pub/restaurant on the left and within 200yds look on the right hand side of the road. The cottages marked 23 and 25 Main Street are behind drive-through wooden gates between two rows of cottages. Trunk road A1 - exit onto A43 at Stamford and head towards Kettering, leaving A43 at its junction with A47. Head towards Leicester, on the A47, leaving it at Uppingham, junction with A6003, signposted Corby and Caldecott. Keep going, Caldecott is just 4 miles away. As you enter the village follow a sharp left hand bend and within 400yds a further bend to the right. Follow the road for a 200yd and on the left hand side there are two rows of cottages. Between the two rows are large drive-through wooden gates. The cottage is behind those gates, marked 23 and 25 Main Street.
FROM THE SOUTH: Motorway M1 - exit at junction 15 and onto the A508 towards Wellingborough. Exit A508 onto A43 towards Kettering (10 miles). At junction A14/A43 head towards Corby on A14. At next exit take A43, towards Stamford. Leave A43 onto A6003 towards Oakham. Pass through Rockingham on A6003 for another 1.5 miles and you are in Caldecott. When in Caldecott pass by The Plough pub/restaurant on the left and within 200yds look on the right hand side of the road. The cottages marked 23 and 25 Main Street are behind drive-through wooden gates between two rows of cottages. Trunk road A1 - Exit A1 at Huntingdon, onto A14 westbound. Leave A14 at junction 7 onto A43 for 2 miles and then onto A6003 towards Oakham. Pass through Rockingham on A6003 for another 1.5 miles and you are in Caldecott. As you enter the village follow a sharp left hand bend and within 400yds a further bend to the right. Follow the road for a 200yd and on the left hand side there are two rows of cottages. Between the two rows are large drive-through wooden gates. The cottage is behind those gates, marked 23 and 25 Main Street.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
East Midlands: 60 km
Railway:
Market Harborough: 12 km
Ferry:
Harwich: 140 km
Activities near Rutland
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation Cycling holidays
Single beds (4), Cots (1), Dining seating for 5, Lounge seating for 5, Sleeps maximum of 5
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Private garden, BBQ
Access:
Secure parking
Further details indoors: Lavender Cottage is a beautifully furnished property set on two floors. With modern electric storage radiators throughout visitors can be assured of a warm and comfortable stay whatever the season.
The tastefully decorated lounge has plenty of comfortable seating. For entertainment there’s a TV, DVD and stereo player, also lots of books and magazines to read and games to play. There’s also a dining area in the lounge with a table and seating for five people.
The modern luxury kitchen has a breakfast bar and everything required ensuring a comfortable stay, including a refrigerator with freezer compartment, dishwasher, washing machine/dryer and microwave etc.
The bathroom, also downstairs has a large walk-in shower cubicle. The WC is separate.
Upstairs there are two beautifully furnished bedrooms each fitted with twin beds. The master bedroom can accommodate an additional single bed or cot if required.
The fully enclosed garden to lawn, with attractive shrubberies and a patio with barbeque is absolutely perfect for eating alfresco on those warm summer evenings.
There is also a private parking space available inside the main gates.
Further details outdoors: The enclosed garden has ample outdoor furniture and a BBQ.
Further details
Well-behaved dogs are allowed but sorry, no cats. Strictly no smoking except in the garden area. A refundable breakages deposit is sometimes required at the time of booking, to be refunded within two weeks of departure (subject to satisfactory property inspection). Payment terms: 50% of the cottage rental fee is payable at time of booking and the balance due six weeks prior to your stay.
Conditions
Small to medium dogs by arrangment @ £10 per dog. Highchair by request @ £5 Cot by request @ £5
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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Low season
21 Jan 08
2 Mar 08
325£ 325
9595
105105
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2 Mar 08
5 Oct 08
450£ 450
105105
125125
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Mid season
5 Oct 08
21 Dec 08
350£ 350
9595
105105
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Christmas/New Year
21 Dec 08
4 Jan 09
550£ 550
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The owner's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion. UK cheques acceptable. Overseas guests payable by International Sterling cheques only. Major credit cards accepted from March 2008.
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