10/10 Excellent
Coleen R.
13 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great place to stay
Coleen R.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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Primrose Hall Holiday Cottage, near Rutland Water
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Oakham
- Rutland Water Country Park2 min drive
- Rutland Water Nature Reserve3 min drive
- Barnsdale Gardens7 min drive
- Northampton (ORM-Sywell Aerodrome)52 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Master
1 Double Bed
Twin bedroom
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Downstairs shower room
Toilet · Shower only
Upstairs cloakroom
Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Primrose Hall Holiday Cottage, near Rutland Water
Primrose Hall Cottage is a beautifully converted two bedroom stone barn in the heart of Rutland. Comfortably sleeping four guests, perfect for families, couples, long breaks or pop weekend stays.
Situated in Empingham which borders Rutland Water, its the perfect location to enjoy and explore the area. The cottage offers comfortable and homely accommodation and is steeped in history and character. We are dog friendly, offer free WiFi and like to be as flexible as possible with check in and departure times.
We offer contactless check in and departure , using a key safe at the property, avoiding personal interaction if you prefer.
Situated in Empingham which borders Rutland Water, its the perfect location to enjoy and explore the area. The cottage offers comfortable and homely accommodation and is steeped in history and character. We are dog friendly, offer free WiFi and like to be as flexible as possible with check in and departure times.
We offer contactless check in and departure , using a key safe at the property, avoiding personal interaction if you prefer.
Property manager
Dale Bacon
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Oakham
Located in Oakham, this cottage is in a rural area. Browne's Hospital and Museum and Rutland Open Air Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include William Browne Hospital and Oakham Castle. Consider Launde Abbey for a night out or Barnsdale Gardens if you're travelling with kids. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Oakham
What's nearby
- Rutland Water Country Park - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
- Rutland Water Nature Reserve - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
- Normanton Church - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
- Barnsdale Gardens - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
- Burghley House - 14 min drive - 14.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Danish Invader Inn - 6 min drive
- The Coach House Inn - 8 min drive
- Fox & Hounds - 6 min drive
- The Plough Inn - 10 min drive
- The Collyweston Slater - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
David P.
31 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
That good we came back
David P.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
David P.
4 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect in every way
David P.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
kevan b.
14 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brilliant holiday cottage.
kevan b.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
David P.
9 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
David P.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sharee C.
17 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just homely
Sharee C.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
L M., Scotland
23 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just perfect!
L M.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
David V.
30 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
You get what you pay for.
David V.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Marc T.
19 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic little house in Empingham
Marc T.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Darren P.
27 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful weekend break
Darren P.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jessica B.
29 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gloriously cosy
Jessica B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Andrea w.
17 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cottage & great hosts
Andrea w.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Caroline O.
4 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect in every way
Caroline O.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jo H.
23 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Catch up with friend
Jo H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jo G.
3 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Reunion!
Jo G.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
8 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quality accommodation
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ann-Christin S.
11 Jun 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Cottage for a classic holiday in the midlands
Ann-Christin S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Adele A., Todmorden
31 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quintessentially English
Adele A.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
8/10 Good
Christine K.
10 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family visit
Christine K.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Philip E.
2 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic cottage in the heart of Rutland
Philip E.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Lisa H.
23 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful break in a beautiful property
Lisa H.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Richard H.
18 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just perfect
Richard H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jan W.
15 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A real gem
Jan W.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jeanette H.
11 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic cottage for our short break
Jeanette H.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Angela E.
11 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage
Angela E.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
About the host
Hosted by Dale Bacon
We have lived in the stunning village of Empingham for over 30 years. We brought up our children here, we are invested in the area and now in Primrose Hall Cottage, which we are keen to share with our guests. My wife Helen who is a primary school teacher, has to do the tough stuff, while I, having retired from a sales and marketing career get to enjoy and develop our new venture. Please do come and experience what we have to offer at Primrose Hall cottage and tell your friends!
Why they chose this property
Steeped in history and character the cottage is a perfect getaway for a short break or longer stay. Benefiting from an excellent location to access the many amenities of Rutland and the surrounding area.
Your stay will be a comfortable, homely experience with everything provided that you will need and hopefully more.
Your stay will be a comfortable, homely experience with everything provided that you will need and hopefully more.
What makes this property unique
The cottage is unique and unparalleled, with bags of character and original features. Having a rich and varied past, originally as a stone barn, it has seen many purposes over the years including a meeting place for the Primrose League. Built some 250 years ago is Grade II listed and still benefits from some unusual features including an owl hatch, original beams, an oak block floor and small triangular feature windows.
Languages:
English
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