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Meadow View, Little Bytham, Lincolnshire, Midlands, England

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Price from £2495
Next available 03/04 to 14/04/23
sleeps 12  - 22 guests 12 - 22
5 bedrooms 5
3 bathrooms 3
dog-friendly cottage   ,  4 dog(s) welcome  4

5 bedroom Cottage

Beautiful high quality holiday farmhouse with lovely gardens, hot tub and fantastic location next to stunning countryside, just 10 minutes drive from Stamford and Rutland Water Nature Reserve, ideal for large groups such as hen parties or large families

Facilities & Features: Digital TVFree WifiOutdoor Hot Tub

Victory Cottage, Oakham, Rutland, Midlands, England

Family-Friendly
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Price from £635
Next available 07/04 to 10/04/23
no booking fee
sleeps 2  - 5 guests 2 - 5
3 bedrooms 3
2 bathrooms 2
no dogs allowed

3 bedroom Thatched Cottage

Picture-perfect 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom thatched holiday cottage with country views, private enclosed garden and access to free fishing at nearby Stretton Lakes fishing lakes, all just 6 miles from Rutland Water

Facilities & Features: Gold Award Winning CottageTVFree Wifi
5 star
1 of 3 listed cottages from Stretton Lakes
Total maximum capacity across all listed cottages: 13 people.

Old Guadaloupe Cottage, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, Midlands, England

Family-Friendly
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This owner/agency is showing availability but has not provided full pricing information.
Price from £520
Next available 02/06 to 09/06/23
sleeps 2  - 2 guests 2 - 2
1 bedrooms 1
1 bathrooms 1
no dogs allowed

1 bedroom Farmstay

Fabulous romantic cottage, 4 star rated with its own secluded private hot tub, spoil the one you love on a special break to remember

Facilities & Features: Digital TVFree WifiOutdoor Hot Tub
4 star

Old Guadaloupe Farm House, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, Midlands, England

Family-Friendly
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This owner/agency is showing availability but has not provided full pricing information.
Price from £830
Next available 14/04 to 21/04/23
sleeps 2  - 6 guests 2 - 6
3 bedrooms 3
3 bathrooms 3
no dogs allowed

3 bedroom Cottage

Fantastic rural retreat, this family-friendly self-catering farmhouse enjoys a tranquil setting in Leicestershire and with views of the surrounding countryside, high quality accommodation, a gold award, a private hot tub and half an acre of gardens, has plenty to recommend it

Facilities & Features: Gold Award Winning CottageTVFree WifiGames roomOutdoor Hot Tub
4 star

Granary Barn, Oakham, Rutland, Midlands, England

Romantic Retreat
Viewed 27 times recently.
Sorry, this owner/agency has not provided availability and full price information.
Price from £575
sleeps 1  - 2 guests 1 - 2
1 bedrooms 1
1 bathrooms 1
no dogs allowed

1 bedroom Barn Conversion

Romantic rural retreat in Rutland, ideal for a couple, with stunning country views, just 5 miles from Rutland Water

Facilities & Features: Digital TVFree Wifi

America Lodge, Oakham, Rutland, Midlands, England

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Price from £650
sleeps 1  - 9 guests 1 - 9
4 bedrooms 4
2 bathrooms 2
dog-friendly cottage   ,  2 dog(s) welcome  2

4 bedroom Cottage

With dreamy countryside views, a large garden and a location within the Chater Valley, this 4 bedroom country cottage in Rutland has plenty to recommend it for a rural retreat break

Facilities & Features: TV
3 star

Lakeview Lodge, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, Midlands, England

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Price from £1155
sleeps 1  - 5 guests 1 - 5
2 bedrooms 2
1 bathrooms 1
no dogs allowed

2 bedroom Wooden Holiday Lodge

Get away from it all for a fishing holiday or a relaxing rural retreat break to this stylish 2 bedroom wooden holiday lodge in the Vale of Belvoir, just 15 minutes’ drive from Melton Mowbray, this lodge with its lake views over the fishing lake and south facing veranda is a real treat

Facilities & Features: TV

Snowdrop Lodge, Oakham, Rutland, Midlands, England

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Viewed 24 times recently.
Sorry, this owner/agency has not provided availability and full price information.
Price from £595
sleeps 2  - 4 guests 2 - 4
2 bedrooms 2
2 bathrooms 2
no dogs allowed

2 bedroom Log Cabin

Luxury log cabin holiday lodges surrounded by woodland in a quiet idyllic setting overlooking water, private hot tubs with each lodge

Facilities & Features: Gold Award Winning CottageTVFree WifiOutdoor Hot TubTennis court
4 star
1 of 3 listed cottages from Stretton Lakes
Total maximum capacity across all listed cottages: 13 people.

Bluebell Lodge, Oakham, Rutland, Midlands, England

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Sorry, this owner/agency has not provided availability and full price information.
Price from £595
sleeps 2  - 4 guests 2 - 4
2 bedrooms 2
2 bathrooms 2
no dogs allowed

2 bedroom Log Cabin

High quality 2 bedroom log cabin in Rutland, with lake views and inviting warm bubbly hot tub, enjoys access to 6 onsite fishing lakes and close to Rutland Water, sorry no pets

Facilities & Features: Gold Award Winning CottageTVFree WifiOutdoor Hot TubTennis court
4 star
1 of 3 listed cottages from Stretton Lakes
Total maximum capacity across all listed cottages: 13 people.
* Price quoted is not inclusive of any applicable booking fees or local charges.

Have a Super Time on a Cottage Holiday in Scalford: The charming village of Scalford is surrounded by farmlands and lies four miles from the attractive market town of Melton Mowbray in Leicestershire. Scalford is situated at the southern end of the scenic Vale of Belvoir, so families staying in holiday cottages have lots of beautiful countryside to explore close by. Whether you are planning a family getaway or a romantic break away, a country break in or close to Scalford has plenty to offer.


About Scalford for Cottage Holidays

Within the village itself, the parish church is unique in that it’s the only church in England to be named after St. Eglewin. The village retains a strong sense of community and there is a local pub, the Kings Arms, along with a post office where you can pick up some basic essentials for your cottage holiday.

For those who like to stay active and go on long walks whilst on a self-catering holiday, there are plenty of routes to follow. The village is located on the Jubilee Way, a popular footpath that lasts for 20 miles. If you prefer to cycle, it’s a great area for that too, with several roads away from heavy traffic.

People of all ages love a theme park and nearby Twinlakes is a terrific day out. A mix of land-based and water-based rides, themed play and animals will keep everyone entertained. If the kids like playing at pirates, the Buccaneers Island Zone is a hoot. Donkeys, meerkats, Highland cattle and various farm animals are a big hit with the little ones. You can also go sledging, tackle an assault course or get wet in the bump boats. At the Gauntlet Falconry Centre, you’ll see displays of peregrine falcons and a golden eagle.

Being so near to the town of Melton Mowbray means there are lots of amenities on tap when taking a cottage break in Scalford. Famous for its pork pies and Stilton cheese, tasting the local produce at cafes and pubs is a special treat and you can take something home from the twice weekly Farmers Market.

If you’re into antiques, the Antiques Fair runs once a week. The Regal Cinema is an independent Art Deco cinema from the 1930s, which reopened earlier in 2013 after a refurbishment and it’s a splendid venue to go see a movie with the family. Golfers on holiday can have a game at Melton Mowbray Golf Club. This 18-hole, par-70 course and driving range welcomes visitors of all abilities. Melton Carnegie Museum celebrates the history of the town and the local area through different periods, including the Romans, Tudors and Victorians. As well as the permanent displays, an interesting programme of temporary exhibitions offers further information on local history. The museum also organises activities for adults and children.

For walks, bike rides and picnics, Melton Mowbray Country Park is well worth a visit. With over 137 acres of green space to discover along with a community cafe and children’s play areas, a day out here is sure to be a top choice for families. What’s more, entrance is free.

Staying in Scalford offers town attractions, shopping and country pursuits to suit everyone’s interests, so it’s the best of all worlds. Whether you are interested in family cottages, romantic retreats or even large country houses, Country Cottages Online features an excellent collection of holiday homes to choose from.

Book a Scalford cottage and look forward to discovering some of the best of Leicestershire on holiday.