Dog-friendly Lincolnshire

Lambourne House is set in very spacious 4½ acres of landscaped gardens in the Lincolnshire countryside, which are shared with four other adjoining holiday cottages. Just 10 minutes’ drive from Skegness are the long white sands of the east coast. Ashtree Court offers a haven for perfect private family holidays, with all the fun of the traditional seaside resort of Skegness close by.
Lambourne House has everything needed to relax and enjoy a traditional family holiday, with five double bedrooms, expansive living rooms, a beautiful inglenook fireplace and all the luxury facilities you would expect from a house of this size, including a gym. The mature garden, with its play areas and barbecues, provides a wonderful place for family fun, and the heated indoor swimming pool ensures entertainment all year round. Off road parking in designated areas right outside the farmhouse affords easy access for loading and unloading luggage and shopping.
There is plenty to see and do in and around the area. Less than a mile away is a good pub for families, which serves both food and drink. The closest beach for lazy summer walks, building sandcastles, sunbathing or indulging in bracing winter wanderings, is 10 minutes away by road, and the nearest golf course, North Shore, is the same distance away. Keen fishermen will enjoy the coarse fishing lakes just 300 yards away.
The town of Skegness has all the facilities you would expect of an established seaside town and modern commercial centre - shops, bars, pubs, restaurants, cafés, cinema, theatre, fun fair, seaside amusements, park, aquarium, sports and fishing facilities, as well as a hospital and excellent road and rail links. Beach 2 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.

This luxury cottage with a boutique style finish is ideal for a couples’ break or simply as a stylish space to relax and unwind away from it all. Designed to promote wellbeing and calm, the cottage features an enclosed private garden with a hot tub and outdoor spa shower. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining after a day walking through the countryside or exploring the nearby City of Lincoln. The Retreat is an ideal place to get get creative in the deluxe kitchen diner and then relax in the spacious upstairs living room featuring contemporary art, comfortable power recliners and inspiring books.
Situated within the heart of the quaint village of Nettleham, renown for good food, three traditional village pubs, a Greek Restaurant, coffee shops as well as beautiful countryside walks. Holistic and beauty therapies are also available within the village. A 5-minute drive takes you to the historic Cathedral Quarter of Lincoln with an abundance of boutiques and fine dining as well as Lincoln Castle, the magnificent Lincoln Cathedral and the vibrant Brayford Wharf.
A short drive takes you to Market Rasen famous for its racecourse, or into The Lincolnshire Wolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty where you can explore the beautiful countryside on foot, by bike or even enjoy a drive through the rolling hills with many good village pubs and tea rooms for refreshment on your travels. Shop, pub and restaurant less than a 2-minute walk.

A truly unique lodge fitted out with comfort and quality in mind to make for a lovely relaxing stay with both bedrooms having their own en-suite shower room. Not only is there a hot tub, sauna, gas fire pit and barbeque, but also a large garden room to sit back and relax in. There is also an ice bath that can be provided on request.
Whether you are planning a weekend away with the girls or you simply want to treat you and your partner to a relaxing spa treatment, our fabulous in-house therapist is available, fully insured and trained in spa and holistic treatments. Spa therapy treatments require 7 day booking in advance. Brochure provided via email upon booking.
Nearby Kirton has a good range of amenities including shops and pubs which is only a 10-minute walk away. Situated in between the historic towns of Spalding and Boston, you can visit the famous Boston ’Stump’, enjoy numerous good restaurants, shops, cafés and bars as well as the weekly markets and river boat rides.
For days out, the seaside resort of Skegness is approx. 45 minutes, and Hunstanton in Norfolk about an hour’s drive. Major cities surrounding within a 35-mile radius. Nature reserves at Frampton RSPB (10 mins car journey) and Gibraltor Point offer opportunity to see the migrating birds and wildlife as well as many miles of excellent walks. For cycle enthusiasts, there are some great cycle routes close by. While you’re surrounding yourself in romantic luxury see if you can spot the abundance of wildlife, including, squirrels, owls, bats, dragonflies, rabbits, robins, woodpeckers, various birds of prey and the occasional muntjac deer.

Sit back in front of the wood burner and enjoy the peace and quiet of the delightful village of Welton le Wolds. Set privately in the grounds of the owner’s home, this single-storey, detached barn conversion offers a lovely base from which to explore the Lincolnshire Wolds.
Spend the day at the beach on the East Coast, or head west to Lincoln, famous for its cathedral and castle. With good walks and cycle routes straight from the door, as well as excellent golf courses, the area is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts. The nearby market town of Louth, with many good pubs, tea rooms and restaurants to enjoy refreshments in, is only a short drive or taxi ride away and is ideal for those looking for a good meal in the evening after a day exploring this fabulous area. Beach 20 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 3 miles.

Gibraltar Barns are a collection of sympathetically converted holiday properties which skilfully maintain many original features and offer a superb range of luxury accommodation to suit everyone. Tucked away to the south of the traditional seaside resort of Skegness close to Gibraltar Point Nature Reserve and less than mile from the beach, these wonderful barn conversions offer something for all to enjoy.
The romantic Avocet (UK32213) is the perfect choice for couples, accommodating 2 guests while Lapwing (UK32201), Curlew (UK32212) and Sandpiper (UK32208) will appeal to small families, each sleeping up to 4 guests. Sandpiper is set all on one level and features a wet-room, so is ideal for those who are less mobile. Oyster Catcher (UK32200) is the larger of the barns boasting three comfortable bedrooms, offering a spacious retreat for larger families or groups. Each property benefits from their own private garden and 4 of them have their own hot tubs too (Sandpiper does not).
Gibraltar Point National Nature Reserve is within walking distance and is well known for its unspoilt coastline that runs southwards from the edge of Skegness to the mouth of the Wash. The impressive views along with the sheer scale and diversity of wildlife makes it well worth visiting at all times of the year. There is also a visitor centre and café for refreshment.
Skegness is a fantastic traditional seaside resort and has something for all the family to enjoy from its funfair, amusements, aquarium and award winning sandy beaches to its range of restaurants, bars and nightlife. Watching the Banger racing is sure to make for a fun family day out and in the summer you can enjoy a donkey ride along the beach. An 18-hole links golf course is also within a mile.
Alternatively head inland to the rolling Lincolnshire Wolds, an Area of Natural Beauty, and explore the market towns of Louth, Market Rasen and Horncastle. Enjoy the motor racing at Cadwell Park, the horse racing at Market Rasen or even a day out in the City of Lincoln, famous for its Cathedral and Castle. Enjoying a rural location on the edge of the owners farm there are lovely walks straight from the door with the nearby nature reserve offering many miles of peaceful walks. Beach 1 mile. Shop 1½ miles, pub and restaurant 1 mile.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 20 guests.

Fair View is a lovely cosy holiday cottage nestled in one of the most sought-after villages in the Lincolnshire Wolds. Ideal for couples and families it provides plenty of space for everyone with a log burner for cosy nights in and a second living area where you can watch the world go by with your morning coffee. Located in the centre of the village close to the Church, Post Office, shop and tearoom and only 200 metres to the pub which is well known for its good food and drink. The large lawned rear garden offers plenty of opportunity for the children to run around as the adults relax on the patio after a day exploring.
There are many good walks and cycle routes straight from the door into the rolling hills of the Lincolnshire Wolds or travel east and visit the sandy beaches that run all the way along the coast from Mablethorpe to Skegness. Inland the City of Lincoln is just 30 mins drive, with its famous Cathedral, Castle and Brayford Wharf where you can eat in drink as you watch the boats cruise slowly by. The Georgian market town of Louth is 10 mins drive with many good restaurants, shops and it still boasts 3 markets a week to enjoy. Horncastle about 15 minutes’ drive is a must for antique and curio collectors as it has huge selection of Antique shops and centres to browse. After a day exploring return to your own cosy log burner and enjoy the comfort of this lovely cottage. Post office, shop, tearoom 30 yards and pub 200 yards.

These two wonderful semi-detached holiday properties enjoy an enviable seaside location close to the beach and the North Shore Golf Course. Telford Lodge (UK31418) comfortably accommodates up to 6 guests across three bedrooms and features an external cabin with board games. Tufty’s Place (UK31419) is the ideal choice for a couple, with 1 double bedroom and a private hot tub!
The traditional resort of Skegness offers lots of entertainment for all the family, with a sandy beach nearby to play on or for long family walks with the dog. To the south of Skegness is Gibraltar Point Nature Reserve, offering miles of walking routes and a visitor centre with a restaurant, where you can stop off for a bite of eat at the end of a busy day of exploration. Inland there is opportunity to have a go at kart racing, horse riding and car racing, as well as all the amusements and funfair to enjoy. In the evenings, kick back and relax in the private garden with a cool drink, or dine al fresco in the fresh coastal air. If you don’t feel like cooking, nearby are a number of takeaways, pubs and restaurants. Leave the car and head to the bus stop for days out travelling further afield along the coastline. Beach 520 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant 520 yards.
These are separate properties which can be booked together to accommodate up 12 guests, which includes small children, with additional facilities for toddlers and very small children.

Close to the river bank, these three, three-storey barn conversions (refs UKC2301, UKC2302 and UKC2303) are ideal for families, groups and couples. These wonderful properties make an excellent venue for large families to get together. Each barn has its own enclosed garden with a patio and hot tub, and are in the ideal location for enjoying lovely walks along the riverside and offer good cycle routes straight from the door. Internally each barn has been sympathetically converted and beautifully furnished and decorated, with large feature windows overlooking the river bank.
Set close to the River Steeping, at the edge of the owners’ arable farm, which guests are free to explore, there is the bonus of free river fishing within the grounds (licence required). On the fringe of Wainfleet All Saints, and within short walk of a famous brewery which offers tours, an on-site pub and a bistro, these properties are perfect for exploring the area. Wainfleet is a quaint market town with and array of shops, pubs, restaurant and a railway station. The traditional seaside resort of Skegness is just 5 miles away, and has a lovely sandy beach and family entertainment, including the Fantasy Island theme park. The National Trust properties of Gunby Hall and Tattershall Castle are within easy driving distance. Visit bird and seal sanctuaries along the coast, or take a trip to medieval Lincoln, with its famous castle and cathedral, just 40 miles away, across the scenic, rolling Lincolnshire Wolds countryside. Beach 4 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant ¼ mile.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 29 guests.

The perfect choice for a couple or small family, Red Kite Cottage offers cosy, comfortable accommodation in a lovely rural location. Red Kite Cottage is a sweet little limestone, terraced cottage in rural Northamptonshire. The property is just minutes away from the sensational and historic town of Stamford, a popular location for the filming of a number of TV shows, including an adaptation of George Eliot’s ’Middlemarch’. With a wonderfully cosy open fire, large enclosed garden, and all the creature comforts you could want, you are well catered for whatever time of year you choose to visit. This lovely little house is dog friendly and has a footpath that passes directly outside, taking you out across the local fields where you can enjoy the peace and quiet or spot the local wildlife. On the first floor are two comfortable bedrooms, comprised of two double bedrooms, and a well equipped bathroom. Red Kite Cottage is the perfect choice for a couple or a small family looking for a restful stay in the country. Red Kite Cottage is neighbours with Jack’s Cottage UK13629. There is a gate connecting the gardens so the properties could be booked at the same time for larger groups, or parties. Shop an easy walk in the village of Easton on the Hill, two excellent pubs, the Exeter Arms and the Bluebell inn pub. Both have restaurants and good food.

Lovingly converted and set on a farm, furniture updated July 2021 this former granary offers spacious, detached accommodation for two people, just 4 miles from the coast and its sandy beaches which offer miles of unspoilt walks. Whether its a base from which to explore the east coast and the Lincolnshire Wolds, also nearby, or simply somewhere to sit and relax in front of the wood burner with a good book, The Old Granary is ideal. There are good walks and cycle routes from the door, with the coast approximately a 10-minute drive away. The traditional seaside resort of Skegness is 9 miles away, with plenty of entertainment for everyone including the Gibraltar Point Nature Reserve. During the winter months, visit the seal pups at Donna Nook. The market town of Alford is a 10-minute drive, whilst the Georgian market town of Louth, which still has 3 markets a week, is about half an hour by car and is always worth a visit with its many shops, local butchers and very good selection of cafés and pubs. The beach is within 4 miles, shops, pubs and restaurant within 2 miles.
This property can be booked together with The Old Stable (UK45187) to accommodate up to 6 guests.