THE OLD BAKEHOUSE, pet friendly, with open fire in Barrowden

The Old Bake House, Barrowden, Rutland, sleeps four in two bedrooms.

The Old Bake House consists of an open-plan living space with kitchen with electric combi microwave/oven, oven and hob, a fridge/freezer, slimline dishwasher, dining seating for four and a sitting area with TV and woodburning stove, plus a utility with a washing machine. There is a ground-floor shower room, along with a super-king-size and twin bedroom. Outside there is an enclosed rear garden with furniture and ample off-road parking nearby. Within 0.3 miles you will find a shop and a pub and please note this is a smoke-free property. Fuel, power, bed linen, towels and WiFi included in the rent. Two medium well-behaved pets welcome. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate available. Explore the wonders of Rutland with a stay at The Old Bakehouse. Note: There is no parking directly in-front of the cottage but there is ample off-road parking nearby

Amenities: Gas central heating. Electric combi microwave/oven, oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, slimline dishwasher, wine cooler, coffee maker, kettle, toaster. Smart TV, WiFi. Highchair, travel cot and stairgate available. Ample off-road parking nearby. Enclosed rear Astro turf area with furniture. Two well-behaved pets welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 0.3 miles, pub 0.1 miles. Note: Sloping ceilings in bedrooms. Note: There is no parking directly in-front of the cottage but there is ample off-road parking nearby

Region: Comprising mainly of Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, Northamptonshire, Nottinghamshire and Rutland, the East Midlands has something for everyone from historic castles and National Trust properties, beautiful landscaped parks to gardens and family-friendly theme parks.

Town: Barrowden is a conservation village situated on the River Welland in Rutland. The village has a convenience store with coffee shop and also a pub within a short walk. You are close to the Rutland Water reservoir, ideal for those keen on birdwatching, watersports, fishing, walking and cycling. A bike path runs around the reservoir and bike hire is available. For golfers, there are several local courses, including the Rutland Water golf club, which offers beautiful views over the reservoir. In the immediate area are numerous pretty villages offering top quality pub food in their local hostelries. Barrowden is close to the unspoilt market towns of Uppinhgam, Oakham, Stamford and Oundle. Slightly further afield are the thriving cities of Peterborough and Leicester, which offer a range of attractions and shopping and dining options. For garden enthiusiasts, the famous Barnsdale Gardens, set up by Geoff Hamilton of Gardeners World fame, are nearby. The famous Burghley House is within 15 minutes drive and other country houses nearby include Deene Park, Rockingham Castle, Elton Hall, Belvoir Castle and Kirby Hall.