One of the few properties with video games available for guests.
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Barbecue grill
Internet access
Barbecue grill
Explore the area
Market overton, England
Nottingham Raceway Karting
Place, Nottingham Raceway Karting
6 min drive
Barnsdale Gardens
Place, Barnsdale Gardens
7 min drive
Rutland Water Nature Reserve
Place, Rutland Water Nature Reserve
10 min drive
East Midlands (EMA)
Airport, East Midlands (EMA)
71 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Multi award winning Rutland village home, sleeps 4.
Stylish, spacious and fun.
A multi award winning converted grade 2 listed stone property in the heart of a beautiful Rutland village.
The Old Forge enjoys a spacious galleried living room which is stylishly appointed with contemporary furniture and has a very well equipped kitchen.
You can walk to the excellent village shop, pub and cafe. It's a short drive to beautiful Stamford, Oakham and Rutland Water.
The property has solid wooden floors throughout the ground floor and commands views across the village green.
The property started life as the village blacksmiths and over time has evolved serving as a petrol station in the 1950s and more recently as the village doctor's surgery and as a photographic studio.
Converted into its current format and winner of the prestigious George Phillips and civic trust awards it provides an excellent holiday home with many original features such as original doors, exposed stone and brickwork twinned with stylish furniture from b&b italia and luxury modern appliances from Siemens, Bosch, fisher and paykel, Bang and Olufsen and Miele.
Downstairs there is a separate snug whilst the upstairs accommodation comprises two double bedrooms, one en suite with double and king sized beds.
The kitchen has an electric oven, microwave, halogen hob, dishwasher and lots and lots of kitchen gadgets! There are a good selection of kitchen basics and plenty of cook books to inspire.
There is fast fibre optic broadband and tv with Netflix and other on line services in the snug. There is also a good range of dvds to enjoy.
Music lovers will enjoy the Bang and Olufsen stereo which has Bluetooth connectivity.
The property has a spiral staircase to one bedroom so is not suitable for toddlers or very young children.
There is storage and hanging space for clothes and other personal items.
The bathroom has a roll top bath with a shower attachment.
A separate pantry houses a washing machine, tumble dryer and fridge freezer along with a supply of kitchen basics.
There is also selection of information on the local area, books and traditional board games should you feel the urge to kick back and relax.
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Property # 1275437vb
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
About the area
Oakham
Oakham is home to this holiday home. Rutland Water Country Park and Woolsthorpe Line Nature Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Nottingham Raceway Karting and The Rutland Falconry and Owl Centre. Barnsdale Gardens and Easton Walled Gardens are also worth visiting. Power boating and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and mountain biking nearby.
The Rutland Falconry and Owl Centre - 9 min drive - 7.0 km
Rutland Water Country Park - 10 min drive - 10.7 km
Rutland Water Nature Reserve - 10 min drive - 11.0 km
Getting around
Oakham Station - 11 min drive
Nottingham (NQT) - 50 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 13 min drive
Captain Noel Newton (Wetherspoon) - 11 min drive
Old Buttercross - 12 min drive
OK Diner - 9 min drive
Fika - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Multi award winning Rutland village home, sleeps 4. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Multi award winning Rutland village home, sleeps 4.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Multi award winning Rutland village home, sleeps 4.?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Multi award winning Rutland village home, sleeps 4.?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Multi award winning Rutland village home, sleeps 4. located?
Situated in Oakham, this holiday home is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Nottingham Raceway Karting and within 6 miles (10 km) of The Rutland Falconry and Owl Centre and Barnsdale Gardens. Rutland County Museum and Oakham Castle are also within 9 miles (15 km).