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Duck Egg Cottage

  • 6 guests

  • 3 bedrooms

  • 2 bathrooms

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This enchanting cottage is a countryside dream. Nestled in delightful Rutland, this retreat will help you relax from the moment you step foot inside. Its warm pastel colours throughout, coupled with the natural textures of slate and oak, make for cosy surroundings. Whether inside or outside this newly refurbished home, the views extend for days. From the comfort of your sofa, besides your glowing amber wood burner, the green fields are endless. In the summer months, you may prefer to enjoy the scenery from your private wild woodland garden and watch the cows grazing quietly in the field next to you. Put on a morning spread in your open-plan kitchen dining area, after a restful sleep in one of the three generous bedrooms. The roof, punctuated with skylights, will help you wake, allowing the space to flood with daylight. With all abilities in mind, this home is all on one level and boasts walk-in showers for your comfort, ensuring everyone is catered for. The soft wood touches and neutral walls make this a calming space, ideal after enjoying the open countryside and endless activities on offer. You may choose to wander into the local area where you’ll be met with...


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What to expect


Highlights

Explore beautiful Rutland Water, with 4200 acres of open countryside and nature reserves

Explore beautiful Rutland Water, with 4200 acres of open countryside and nature reserves

Enjoy rural views from your peaceful outdoor space

Enjoy rural views from your peaceful outdoor space

Gather around the dining table and indulge in a fabulous home-cooked meal, created in your sleek kitchen

Gather around the dining table and indulge in a fabulous home-cooked meal, created in your sleek kitchen

Cosy up in front of your wood burner on those cold, winter nights

Cosy up in front of your wood burner on those cold, winter nights

Dine alfresco in the warmer months and enjoy the quiet of nature that surrounds you

Dine alfresco in the warmer months and enjoy the quiet of nature that surrounds you

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Home truths

    One well-behaved dog is welcome to accompany you during your stay

    The beds in the master bedroom and bedroom two can be set up as twin beds (rather than super king size) on request

    The bed in bedroom three is an electric profiling bed

    There's private parking space for two cars here

    This home is laid out over one floor with accessibility for those with mobility issues in mind – including level access from the parking area and throughout the home, roll-under sink, roll-in showers, grab rails, and adjustable sink heights

    This home can be booked with the property next door to accommodate up to eight guests over all – the properties are interconnected through a garden gate

About this stay


Amenities

Outdoor seating

Desk

Laptop friendly workspace

Wi-fi

Pets allowed

Parking available

Bedrooms & bathrooms

3 bedrooms, 3 beds

2 bathrooms

Local guide


About Rutland

Britain’s smallest historic county, Rutland is a land of history and natural beauty. Expect high tea to be served in the county’s stately homes and real ales in historic pubs and inns. Nature lovers can take a cruise on Rutland Water Nature Reserve, where ospreys soar above and the marshland is teeming with water fowl. The man-made Rutland Lake is the spot for water sports, crowned by a striking 18th-century...

Get around

Airport

Nottingham City

56 min

East Midlands

1 hr 7 min

Coventry Limited

1 hr 6 min

Train station

Oakham

14 min

Bus stop

North Street East (Bay 3)

28 min

Local shops & services

Supermarket

25 min

Cafe

26 min

Pharmacy

3 min

Points of interest

Beach

Rutland water Park

18 min

Booking policies


House Rules

Children welcome (1-12 years)

Infants welcome (under 12 months)

Pets welcome

No parties or events

No smoking

Good to know

Arrival from 16:00

Departure before 10:00

Wifi

No air con

Cancellation policy

  • Up until

    7

    days

    Cancel at least 7 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.

  • Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 7 days away.

Host


This home is managed by Sarah

This home is managed directly by its owner who will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Sarah knows exactly what it takes to make guests feel at home as soon as they walk through the door. She puts great consideration into meeting the needs of those staying in her homes, evident with the thoughtful touches you'll find throughout.

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