High-quality detached lretreat set three miles from Oakham in Rutland. Open-plan living area. En-suite. Rural location. Near Rutland Water Nature Reserve.

This stylish ground floor retreat comes close to the Rutland town of Oakham. Open-plan living. Dog-friendly. WiFi. Outdoor opportunities.

Homely retreat three miles from the Rutland town of Oakham. Open-plan living area. En-suite. Dogs welcome. Near Rutland Water.

Luxury ground floor retreat in the Rutland area of the East Midlands. Open-plan living area. WiFi. Dog-friendly. En-suite.

Set in the heart of Rutland, in the pretty village of Cottesmore, this Grade II listed, thatched, semi-detached property is the ideal romantic getaway for couples or small families and friends. The cottage has a lovely outlook to the village church and with the local pub nearby. Rutland Water is only 5 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.
The market towns of Oakham, Uppingham and Stamford are close by and they all have a range of shops, pubs, tea rooms and restaurants. There is so much more to discover with lots of castles and stately homes in the area, including Burghley House, which is famous for its international horse trials, 14 miles away. Belton House 19 miles, Belvoir Castle 23 miles, Rockingham Castle 16 miles, Grimsthorpe Castle 17 miles and Elton Hall 21 miles all within driving distance. A little further afield is Althorpe House, Princess Diana’s resting place, as well as Boughton House and Cottesbrooke Hall. Shop 70 yards, pub 200 yards and restaurant 2 miles.

Situated in the rural and quiet village of Braunston in Rutland is this gorgeous and very spacious barn conversion, The Granary. It is perfect holiday accommodation whether you are staying for a few days or a week or two. The large living room has stunning, double-height ceiling showing off the beautiful beams and enjoys a cosy wood burner for those cooler evenings. On the way to the spacious kitchen/dining room, you will pass through the study, the perfect place where you can respond to those all-important emails! The split-level kitchen/dining room is well equipped and is the social hub of the property. The ground floor also boasts a separate utility/boot room and toilet. At the top of the stairs, you are greeted by two large kingsize bedrooms (one with an en-suite bathroom) and a separate shower room. You will not be disappointed with your choice of accommodation!
Just over 2 miles and you are in the centre of Oakham, a traditional market town packed with heritage and with an array of local facilities, a railway station, Oakham Castle and Museum. Uppingham and Stamford are also easily accessible and enjoy plenty of local and independent shops, cafés, tea rooms and restaurants.
The Granary is well situated for attractions such as Rutland water with its 4200 acres of open countryside and nature reserves where you can enjoy stunning walks, bird watching at the local nature reserve, fishing, rock climbing, high ropes, golf, crazy golf, boat trips, water sports including windsurfing, sailing, canoeing, Aqua Park, kayaking and stand up paddle boarding during the summer.
There are plenty of places to visit including Burghley House, with its annual horse trials, 18 miles, Boughton House, Barnsdale Gardens, Sacrewell Farm and Rockingham Castle. Market towns slightly further afield including Oundle, Market Harborough and Melton Mowbray.