Following our assessment from Visit England a few weeks ago where we were informed that Puddle Cottage had maintained its 4 star status as a self catering cottage, we are delighted to share details from the report which has now been published. Beautifully maintained cottage in picturesque village Exceptional levels of cleanliness Great location for exploring […]
Here is the guest feedback for August 2018: ‘Puddle Cottage is a gem. Full of personal touches and well thought out aspects – clear instructions, informative visitor pack etc. Lovely and clean and well appointed. Enjoyed its quiet location and very private back garden. Thanks for a great stay’ ‘Fantastic cottage. Cottage in excellent location […]
What a summer we are having! There is no sign of the warm, dry weather coming to an end just yet. Thankfully the thick stone walls and the flagstone floor downstairs are keeping guests nice and cool. We stumbled across The Diary Barn Café last week which was the perfect stop in the heatwave. As […]
Here is the guest feedback for June 2018: Loved the cottage. Have visited many self-catering cottages over the years and this is definitely in the top 10. Lovely welcome pack. Lots of instructions and information which I like. As the weather was lovely it was great to sit in the garden. Very peaceful area. Fiona Loved the […]
With Bank Holiday fast approaching, there are plenty of Events taking place in Rutland with the Grainstore Brewery’s famous Sausage and cider Festival being one of them! The festival, which takes places at the Grainstore Brewery which is by the train station in Oakham, starts on Friday 25th May 2018 and runs until Monday 28th […]
As Christmas is now fast approaching, here are details of local Christmas Markets. Christmas is a lovely time of the year in Rutland and the independent, boutique shops in Oakham, Uppingham and Stamford make the area a great place to pick up a more unusual and thoughtful gift. Rockingham Castle Victoria Christmas: Monday 20th November […]
Here is the guest feedback for October 2017: ‘Really nice. Good location. Well appointed with everything you need. Rear garden secure for dogs. Would highly recommend’ Tony and Pat, Candy and Willow ‘Relaxing place to stay. Home from home. Everything we needed’ Anne, Ian and Roxy ‘Quiet, pleasant, attractive and friendly village. Well appointed cosy […]
We have been given the opportunity to share this rental at Barnsdale Hotel which is available from Saturday 10th June 2017 to Saturday 17th June 2017. The rental of the lodge, which overlooks Rutland Water, gives you full use of the resorts facilities throughout your stay (excluding spa treatments and hairdressing). Barnsdale Hotel is set […]
Here is the guest feedback for March 2017: We have stayed in many cottages, large and small and consider this to be one of the best, with a perfect location. Deborah, Kenny and Lily Cosy, clean, comfortable & well equipped. Lovely thoughtful touches. We have thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Puddle Cottage is in a great […]
Here is the guest feedback for February 2017: Cottage cosy and welcoming, had the fire lit most nights, it’s home from home. Tony, Sandra and Ben Very comfortable and relaxing. Felt like home! Hope to see you again. Mike & Fran The cottage is comfortable and cosy! Looking forward to coming again soon! Andra, Peter […]
