Dog-friendly Lincolnshire

Situated in the heart of the village of Tetford, opposite the dog-friendly village pub, Garden Cottage is ideally located for those wishing to explore the area. To the rear of the property are the village playing fields as well as a children’s playground. Tetford is in the heart of the Lincolnshire Wolds classed as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Visit the seaside, spend a day in the Roman town of Horncastle, well known for its curio and antique shops, take a trip to the Georgian market town of Louth which still boasts three markets a week, or drive to Lincoln with its cathedral which was used in the filming of The Da Vinci Code as well as explore the castle and the Magna Carta Visitor Centre, also the Bomber Memorial Centre. The Battle of Britain Memorial Flight is based at Coningsby, just 15 miles away, which has a visitor centre. For the more energetic, there are good walks and cycle routes from the door. For golfers, Woodhall Spa Golf Club (home of the English Golf Union) is 12 miles away, and Kenwick Park Golf Club is 7 miles. Fishing available (licence required). Beach 17 miles. Pub 20 yards.

This superb, semi-detached barn conversion is set in the peaceful countryside, on the owner’s 80-acre equestrian centre, yet only a short drive to Lincoln and Newark. Perfect for those wishing to take their horse on holiday as stabling is available, by arrangement with the owners who conveniently live adjacent. There are great facilities including a large ménage and a British Eventing cross country course for schooling, as well as great hacking, both on-site and in the area. There is also friendly pigs, chickens and lambs at lambing time, great for families with children. This is also an excellent base from which to explore the area or simply to relax and enjoy the peace and quiet of this tranquil location.
Only a short drive away is the city of Lincoln, well known for its Christmas market and for the famous cathedral and castle, which also houses the Magna Carta visitors centre. The Bailgate area of Lincoln has many restaurants and shops and a walk down the hill into the centre of the city, takes you to the vibrant Brayford Wharf area. Newark Showground is approximately 10 minutes’ drive away and is well-known for its international antique fairs. There are good walks and cycle routes from the door, as well as golf courses and fishing (licence required) in the local area. Shop 3 miles, pub and restaurant 1 mile.

Set in 40 acres and overlooking its own private fly fishing lake, this superb detached barn conversion provides an excellent holiday location for large groups and families. Maintaining many original features and set in the heart of the Lincolnshire Wolds, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Eastlands Barn provides an excellent base from which to explore this area of Lincolnshire, and the owners conveniently live on-site. It is located between Louth, Horncastle and Market Rasen with its world-famous racecourse, excellent range of restaurants, pubs, shops and market. Horncastle is renowned for its antique shops and is only a short drive, as is the unspoilt Georgian town of Louth with two busy market days a week. A visit to the sandy beaches at Mablethorpe and Skegness is always worth a day out. The cathedral city of Lincoln, some 15 miles to the west , is rich in history combined with independent boutique shopping, great arts and culture and many places to eat and drink. Within 30 yards of the barn is a well-stocked trout lake for fly fishing and with 40 acres to walk around, there is plenty of opportunity to exercise yourself and your dogs. Stabling is available for your horse by arrangement with the owners. The Barn comes complete with a large open-plan living area with log burner making it ideal for family get-togethers and celebrations with a second sitting area complete with pool table adjacent. There is also an 8-seater hot tub available for guests use, with shower and changing facilities. Should you have a special occasion to celebrate, the owner can arrange for a local celebrity chef to prepare a special meal. All the bedrooms come with a tv and en-suite facilities. The village is approximately ¾ mile and boasts a post office/shop and a pub providing excellent food.

This cottage provides a comfy and cosy base for guests to explore this fantastic largely rural area and all its attractions and history. This Grade II listed, 300 years old, stone-built, semi-detached cottage was built 300 years ago in 1705 as a bakery serving the then highway outside which was part of the Great North Road to Scotland. The cottage is a little quirky and rustic, with quite high ceilings due to its origin as a shop. The cottage is close to the A1 Trunk Road making it easily accessible to the north and south. For those who want to use public transport, there is a bus stop just 85 yards away with buses to Grantham with its station on the East Coast London to Scotland main rail line route.
This wonderful abode is located in the village of Colsterworth, close to Isaac Newton’s home, the historic National Trust Woolsthorpe Manor and Grantham, which has a busy Saturday farmers market. Nearby there are many places of interest including castles, country houses, gardens, Rutland Water, Burghley Horse Trials and many other attractions. Other places of interest nearby include Vale of Belvoir, 10 miles, Grimsthorpe castle, 10 miles and the WW2 Air Force bomber base, with an old ruin of a runway still visible.
Other places of interest nearby include Vale of Belvoir, 10 miles, Grimsthorpe castle, 10 miles and the WW2 Air Force bomber base (Tysley Wood) just over the other side of the A1, with an old ruin of a runway still visible. There is a small convenience store is just up the road, (100 metres) and a mini supermarket with parking is about a quarter of a mile through the village. There is a local pub and restaurant about 14-metres along the road. Shop, pub and restaurant ½ mile.

Just a 500-yard stroll from unspoilt sandy beaches with rolling sand dunes nestles this charming seaside bungalow. This property was renovated in 2019 by the owners, who have holidayed in Anderby Creek since they were young children, and it is the perfect place for family holidays.

Anderby Creek is a conservation area and offers a peaceful and relaxing setting with wonderful coastal walks and cycling. The traditional holiday resort of Skegness is 9 miles away along the coast for seaside fun, while Fantasy Island Theme Park is 5 miles away. For nature lovers, Gibraltar Point Nature Reserve is just 12 miles away. In November seal pups can be seen on the beach at Donna Nook, 20 miles up the coast.

The medieval cathedral city of Lincoln is within an hour’s drive across the lovely Wolds countryside, and the market towns of Alford and Louth are well worth a day out. The village has a 3-acre fishing lake, and also a shop, two pubs and a café/restaurant. Beach 300 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant ¼ mile.

Positioned alongside well-established coarse fishing lakes in a peaceful, rural location, these five detached lodges (refs UKC1324, UKC1325, 29727, 29728 and 29729) provide superb holiday accommodation. The properties are just 2 miles from Burgh le Marsh and only 5 miles from the seaside resort of Skegness with its excellent sandy beaches, fun fair, amusements, theatre, a seal sanctuary and Gibraltar Point Nature Reserve. Each lodge has its own private hot tub positioned on the decked veranda overlooking the fishing lakes, which are all well stocked with mature carp up to 20lbs, barble up to 11lbs and bream up to 7lbs, as well as crucian carp, chub, tench, ide, rudd, roach and perch. For those that don’t want to fish, there is plenty to see and do in the area. Attractions in the area include the Lincolnshire Wolds, the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight at Coningsby or Horncastle, a 30-minute drive, which is famous for its many antique and collectables shops. Visit Fantasy Island at Ingoldmells. Lincoln Cathedral, where ’The Da Vinci Code’ was filmed with Tom Hanks, is about an hour’s drive and there are many excellent walks and cycle routes throughout the area. Beach 5 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 2 miles. The properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 24 guests.

Set to the rear of the owner’s home, with views over open fields to the side, in a peaceful location yet only a short distance of the popular seaside resort of Skegness, lie Ashington Holiday Cottages (refs 29130, 29131 and UKC2370). They provide well-appointed, comfortable, detached accommodation. The traditional holiday resort of Skegness is well known for its sandy beaches, seal sanctuary, Gibraltor Point Nature Reserve and fun fair. There are two excellent 18-hole links golf courses nearby at North Shore and Seacroft, with fishing lakes throughout the area one of which is just ½ mile away. The region offers good walking and cycle routes, with the Lincolnshire Wolds and the market towns of Louth and Alford nearby. Horncastle, best known for its numerous antique shops, is about 25 minutes’ drive. Shop and pub serving food 1 mile.
Oak Cottage (ref 29130), Hawthorne Cottage (ref 29131) and Willow Cottage (ref UKC2370) can be booked together to accommodate up to 10 guests.

With the fabulous beaches and seaside entertainments of Skegness and Ingoldmells under 3 miles away, these two single storey converted farm buildings are ideal for family holidays or just to relax and unwind in tranquil countryside. Set, with their individual patios, around a shared courtyard area and both properties are 50 yards from good coarse fishing. Lincoln Cathedral, RSPB reserves and aircraft museums are a short drive. Links golf course nearby. Shop and pub 1 mile.

Set on a working farm just 1 mile from local inns and shops in the picturesque village of Burgh le Marsh, this tastefully converted detached barn makes an ideal base for a holiday. 5 miles away is the seaside resort of Skegness with its wide sandy beaches and family attractions, including Fantasy Island. Bateman’s Brewery visitors centre, golf courses, fishing lakes, nature reserves provide all year round interest. The pupping seals at Donna Nook (November/December) should not be missed. The historical city of Lincoln and the market town of Boston, Spalding, Horncastle and Louth are within easy reach. Shop and pub 1 mile.

This cottage, originally a thatched timber framed dwelling dating from the late 17th or early 18th century, stands by itself in a large, unfenced garden which has superb views. Inside much of the original oak frame and beams remain exposed and, as in keeping with a cottage of this age, there are low ceilings and doorways. The property is in an ideal base to visit attractions the area has to offer like the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight, East Kirkby Aviation Museum, Gunby Hall NT. Good walks starting from the cottage. Tennyson was born in the next village whilst Horncastle is 6 miles, Lincoln, 23 miles and Louth 8 miles, great beaches approx 15 miles, Gibralter Point 21 miles. Shop 6 miles, Pubs in neighbouring villages 3- 4 miles approx.