Dog-friendly Lincolnshire

Riverbank cottage is a detached, comfortable family and couples retreat set on the west bank of the river Trent, ideal for those looking for a peaceful holiday or a base from which to explore this historic area. The cottage sleeps six adults and two children comfortably.
The first floor comprises of a sitting room with views overlooking the river, a family bathroom, a twin bedroom, a double room and a children’s room with a small single and a pull-out bed, only suitable for children, not adults. The ground floor benefits from a twin bedroom, a shower room with a toilet, a utility room, a TV snug and a dining kitchen. The cottage has an enclosed garden with a south-facing patio, garden furniture, barbeque, cycle store and parking for 1-2 cars accessed by an 8ft wide drive.
Although Althorpe has lost its pub there are many restaurants and eateries in the area including the excellent Ferryboat in the next village. Many shops and restaurants are available nearby, all within three miles along the A18 east.
There are many good walks and cycle routes and several golf courses only a short drive away. Interesting places to visit include Epworth, the birthplace of John Wesley founder of Methodism, the award-winning Yorkshire Wildlife Park, Normanby Hall and many wildlife and bird reserves. Lincoln, York, Beverley, Cleethorpes and Hull the 2017 City of Culture all less than an hour away.
Shop 1 mile, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.

This palatial, detached, Georgian country house rests just outside of Alkborough in North Lincolnshire. Built in the 18th century and being Grade II listed, Walcot Hall is a remarkable, stately house which could serve as the perfect place to bring family and friends together in this wonderful location. The ground floor occupies the spacious, yet heart warming accommodation, you will be spoilt for choice on where to spend your time relaxing. Choose from a tremendous drawing room with plenty of cosy seating, and a grand open fire to keep you warm, a smaller yet more enticing living room with TV and also with a fire. The spacious kitchen boasts country, cottage-style units and provides you with all of the fixtures, fittings and appliances that you could wish for, including a stunning Aga range cooker. Enjoy mealtimes as a group in the grand dining room and enjoy exploring the 5 acres of garden and grounds as well as the outdoor heated swimming pool. There are five resplendent bedrooms, all decorated to a regal standard with charming period features adding plenty of character. Shop 2½ miles, pub and restaurant 1 mile.

A substantial, detached property set in the hamlet of Wickenby near Wragby, Lincolnshire. Cinema room. Hot tub. Woodburning stove. Dunholme 5.4 miles; Bardney 10.8 miles.

A fantastic Georgian holiday home found on a quiet country lane in the charming hamlet of Moortown near Caistor, Lincolnshire. Visit England accredited. Eco-friendly. Tennis court. Nettleton 3.2 miles; Grasby 3.4 miles; Market Rasen 7.8 miles.

An outstanding country house perfect for family gatherings or reunions with friends. Nestled on the outskirts of Market Rasen, Lincolnshire. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Equestrian facilities. Market Rasen 6.8 miles.

A grand, detached manor house resting in Glapthorn near Oundle, Northamptonshire. Enclosed garden. hot tub. Period features. Pet-friendly. Hamerton 14.7 miles; Peterborough 16.2 miles; Northampton 31.1 miles.

These delightful barn conversions (refs 25589, 26477, 26718, 26724, 26726 and 29579) maintain many original features and are set in the heart of The Lincolnshire Wolds, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The properties (except 29579) have all received a Green Tourism Business Scheme Gold Award. Within the grounds of the farm, these holiday properties offer coarse fishing on the farm lake, as well as many excellent walks and fantastic views across the countryside.
On the edge of the village of North Willingham, the barns provide an excellent base for exploring. Just 3½ miles from 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 or Skegness are always worth a day out, as is a visit to Lincoln Cathedral and the Bailgate area used in the filming of the ‘Da Vinci Code’. Shops, pub and restaurant 4 miles.

This is an incredible 200-year-old farmhouse found in the village of Burgh Le Marsh in Lincolnshire. Luxury accommodation. Hot tub. Open fire and woodburning stove. Skegness 5.1 miles; Boston 21.2 miles.

This Grade II Listed Farmhouse is situated in the centre of the village, close to the pub with large enclosed lawned gardens making it ideal for family celebrations and gatherings. There is plenty of room for entertaining with a very spacious kitchen/diner as well as 2 sitting rooms, a snug and a games/computer room with an Xbox One, PS3, Nintendo Wii, Sky TV and desk for working on if required. The large lawned garden is approx. ½ acre and is situated mainly to the rear of Old Hall Farmhouse with an enclosed garden sun room as well as an undercover area with a table tennis table.
For days out the traditional seaside resort of Skegness is 14 miles to the east with its sandy beaches, amusements and fun fair for all the family. To the west 5 miles away is the market town of Horncastle well known for its many antique and collectables shops, Cadwell Park Race Circuit near Louth is approx. 20 minutes drive and the City of Lincoln well known for its Cathedral and Castle is approx. 35 minutes’ drive for days out exploring the Castle area or the shopping to be found on the High Street and around the Wharf area which also benefits from many good restaurants and bars to sit outside and watch the world go by on the water. Beach 14 miles. Shop 1 mile, pub and retaurant 150 yards.

A striking period property resting in a leafy suburb of the historic city of Peterborough. Gym equipment. Cinema room. Hot tub. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Stamford 15.4 miles.