Valentine Cottage. Lovely Country House & Garden. Near Lincoln, country & coast.

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Fully equipped dining kitchen. Doors to garden

Christmas at Valentine Cottage. We always provide a real tree!

Courtyard patio seating. Access by patio doors from Kitchen and sitting room

Kitchen dining area. Doors to courtyard and garden

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Fireplace

Explore the area

Lincoln, ENG

Woodside Wildlife & Falconry Park
4 min drive
Bishop Grosseteste University
11 min drive
Lincolnshire Showground
14 min drive
Hull (HUY-Humberside)
39 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

En suite to Master Bedroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Family Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen

Dining

Living area

Exterior

About this property

Single level detached cottage, with a stylish modern interior.
3 bedrooms with comfy king-size beds (1 zip & link)
2 bathrooms (1 en suite)
Lovely dining kitchen with garden access. Separate lounge with 50 inch smart TV.
Underfloor heating. Wifi
Courtyard and big south facing, private garden. Outdoor seating and Weber barbecue.
Private driveway parking.
Quiet country village setting

ln a great location in centre of Lincolnshire. We are close to the lovely Roman city of Lincoln, with it's fabulous Cathedral and Castle, independent shops and restaurants.
Or in the other direction, is the lovely market town of Horncastle, brilliant for antique hunting!
Just 1 mile from the A158 main Lincoln to Skegness road. ldeal for exploring the coast, lovely market towns and the countryside too!

Cleaned to a high standard and pet free. The cottage sleeps up to 6 people + baby

3 bedrooms with comfy king-size beds
One bed is zip-link - can be either 1 huge (6ft wide) super king, or 2 (3ft) twin beds
Travel cot available.

2 Bathrooms with good showers and a big bath! Heated towel rails, underfloor heating.

Separate cosy sitting room with 50" smart TV. Comfortable lounging furniture. Books, games, films, WiFi. Patio doors open to the garden

Lovely large dining kitchen. Really well equipped with all amenities including full size dishwasher!
There is underfloor heating throughout the house.

South facing, enclosed courtyard with garden furniture, pretty lighting and barbecue, through the gate to a big enclosed lawned garden.

1 mile to nice dining pub! The George at Langworth.

Private setting in quiet and friendly, country village. Just a few houses and a church! 30 mph speed limit.

Plenty of parking on private driveway.
Key Safe (lockbox) entry.

Bright, comfortable and surprisingly spacious inside! The house has many lovely features.

Lovely, large sociable, dining kitchen with all appliances. Great for home cooks! and gatherings of families and friends.
Facilities include:
Range Cooker (2 ovens, 5 ring ceramic hob ) big American style fridge freezer, full size dishwasher, large washing machine, integrated microwave. Dining table for 6 and kitchen island seating. Lots of cooking equipment, serving dishes and recipe books! TV for the chef!
Tea towels, cloths, cleaning products and dishwasher tablets etc all provided. Small larder of essential items.
Doors from the kitchen open to the pretty courtyard patio and garden.

Cosy sitting room with floor to ceiling windows to watch the ever changing, country views or the horses & pet sheep on the adjoining paddock!
Electric wood burning effect fire. Comfortable furniture. 50 inch smart TV, great for family film night or watching sporting events! Books, board games etc.
Doors open out to patio and garden

The barn is heated by 'Green' Technology (ground source heat pump). Warm and cosy in winter, with double glazing & underfloor heating. Each room has its own thermostat, programme up or down (or switch off!) to suit your preference.

Sorry, we cannot accept pets at this property.

Property manager

Valentine Cottage

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Parking available

Barbecue grill

Similar properties

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Tennis court

Parking available

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 23

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Very welcome.Request travel cot/ highchair

Events

No events allowed

Sorry, no hen or stag parties

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking is not permitted in this cottage.

Bio drainage not mains sewage. Paper only, to be put down toilets. No wipes etc or system may block! All works fine without wipes!

Please follow 'on leaving' advice in handbook. Gather used towels,empty bins and take rubbish out. Lock windows + doors; Return keys to lock box.

Quiet village! please respect our neighbours! No outside noise after midnight. Thank you.

Important information

You need to know

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

Note from host: Sorry, no hen or stag parties

This property uses geothermal energy

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 outdoor lighting

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lincoln

Located in Lincoln, this cottage is in a rural area. Newport Arch and Lawn are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Lincoln Christmas Market and Hemswell Antique Centres. Travelling with kids? Consider Woodside Wildlife & Falconry Park, or check out an event or a game at LNER Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Lincoln, ENG

What's nearby

Woodside Wildlife & Falconry Park - 4 min drive
Lincoln Cathedral - 13 min drive
University of Lincoln - 14 min drive
Lincoln Castle - 14 min drive
Lincolnshire Showground - 14 min drive

Getting around

Lincoln Station - 19 min drive
Hull (HUY-Humberside) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Wishing Well - ‬10 min drive
‪KFC - ‬10 min drive
‪The Plough Inn - ‬9 min drive
‪Lincolnshire Poacher - ‬9 min drive
‪The Fox & Hounds - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Valentine Cottage. Lovely Country House & Garden. Near Lincoln, country & coast. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Valentine Cottage. Lovely Country House & Garden. Near Lincoln, country & coast.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Valentine Cottage. Lovely Country House & Garden. Near Lincoln, country & coast.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Valentine Cottage. Lovely Country House & Garden. Near Lincoln, country & coast. located?

This family-friendly Lincoln cottage is located in a rural location, 1.8 mi (3 km) from Woodside Wildlife & Falconry Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Goltho Gardens and Wragby Maze. The Garden House and Lincoln Christmas Market are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Exceptional

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8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Thomas N.

11 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Valentine Cottage

We had a great time in the beautiful and very comfortable Valentine Cottage. We received a very friendly welcome from Pam and Chris and immediately felt at home. Highly recommended!

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Luisa J.

7 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage

Had a great stay. Lovely cottage, well equipped kitchen. Would stay again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe M.

5 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet location

Spacious and clean.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

15 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely property and super helpful owners

Valentine Cottage is great sized property to cater for up to 6 people. Kitchen/diner is particularly spacious, room enough for us to have guests over for dinner. Pam and Chris were very helpful with enquiries about booking and access to the cottage, even letting us know when it was ready so we could get in a little earlier. The underfloor heating kept us cosy in the kitchen and living room, but was a little too hot later in the evening as the beds are very warm too. It’s in a pretty little hamlet tucked away in the countryside but only a short drive to local stores and Lincoln itself is a beautiful city. Just a note: at time of visit (April 2023) there was building work going on behind the cottage and I’m assuming some farm work. This wasn’t disruptive during the day as it wasn’t very loud and couldn’t be heard from living areas, but it wasn’t possible to have a sleep-in as it did start early and came from the bedroom side of the cottage. Overall this is lovely cottage owned by a courteous couple.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

DOUGLAS J.

14 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Easy access to Lincoln

Perfect little cottage in a quiet little village about 5miles from Lincoln, easy to access the rest of Lincolnshire from there as major road access is only a mile away but you would never know as it is so peaceful, cottage has everything you could need for a stay even the things you forget to bring with you. Top Banana 🍌🍌. Doug.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

6/10 Okay

Robert A.

31 Dec 2019

Liked: Location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness

Lovely cottage but needed a clean

Lovely cottage which needs some TLC. The hedges were overgrown, scraping our car as we entered. The bathrooms hadn't been cleaned in a long time, there was a layer of dust everywhere, cobwebs and dead spiders to be found. The trays at the bottom of the oven were covered in fluff. This makes it sound terrible and it wasn't but the overall feeling was that nobody really cared. We would all have preferred a clean house instead of the coffee maker! When we went to pick up the keys our car was stuck in a deep rut on the entrance to the owner's home, maybe it is because it is winter. To summarise we liked the cottage but would prefer to stay somewhere cleaner. The cottage is in a good position to drive into Lincoln. We all live in the country so know how difficult it is to keep cobwebs and spiders at bay.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

10 Dec 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent property

Well furnished and everything that anyone needed was provided in the rooms, bathrooms and kitchen. Owner very helpful and provided all the information you would need about location, places to eat, local transport, etc.

10/10 Excellent

Lyn S.

16 Apr 2019

Lovely

Lovely cottage. Clean, warm and cosy. Well equipped. Really enjoyed it.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

mark s.

14 Dec 2018

Great cottage, everything we needed, great location.

We had a lovely stay at the cottage. Plenty of room, and lots of facilities.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jackie H.

12 Nov 2018

Spacious and well equipped with all the comforts of home; highly recommended.

A lovely, well modernised property, with great seating areas in the kitchen and lounge for chilling and board games- a perfect retreat from busy lives and for 6 adults to meet. The owners were really friendly and helpful and we loved meeting their animals at the bottom of our garden 😁😁👍

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ann T., Ware, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

19 Oct 2018

Great long weekend family meet up

Our first stay at Valantine cottage and very happy with all aspects. There was only 3 of us staying, so we each had a bedroom. I liked that there was a door separating the bedrooms from the living area. Thus meant that anyone staying up late or riising early did not disturb other guests if they were in the living room or kitchen. We enjoyed the large kitchen diner and it was lovely to sit up at the comfy bar chairs at the breakfast Bar and chat with the chef. Appreciated that although the ice machine was out of action, bags of ice had been provided. Because as siblings we eat in, we enjoyed the well equipst kitchen. There was spacious parking for 3 cars and we could all get in and out, without shuffling the cars around. We were in, in the evening and found the sofas comfy and worked well for 3 adults lounging. There is sufficient seating for 6, but there would be less lounging space. We had a few small issues, but nothing that couldn't be easily addressed and Pam was happy to receive feedback. The cottage is spacious and quiet and the pictures truly reflect how it is, We really enjoyed it and will be back.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Melanie C.

17 Sept 2018

Spacious & well equipped.

Lovely spacious kitchen that was well equipped. Unfortunately the American style fridge ice making facility was out of order, but Pam had made sure a bag of ice was on hand inside the freezer compartment. Bed linen was clean & well laundered. There was bedside lamp either side of all three double beds. The on suite bathroom was very handy, but the main bathroom was down a large step through the living room, which caused a few problems during the night time. The living room was very cosy, & if we could change anything it would be a bigger telly as we found the one there a little on the small side, for a evenings viewing.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Martin L.

3 Jan 2018

Very well equipped cottage with lots of space and a lovely relaxing atmosphere

Great cottage in a tiny village just a few miles from Lincoln. loads of parking and adjacent to paddock and the edge of the village. Railway line nearby but very infrequent use - just a handful of goods trains while we were there. Chris and Pam were welcoming, gave great communication before the stay, and will make sure your stay is a good one. Great that things such as paper towel, tea bags, etc were there, ready for use. A great collection of useful stuff left by the owners and previous users - so much better than everything being cleared out between every letting. Some fresh coffee, pepper, vinegar, ice, etc... this obviously varies over time... but good to leave odds and ends for next holiday-makers. Cottage is very well equipped... lots of glasses, crockery, cooking gear, sharp knives, etc... we never got stuck for anything. Great cooker, big fridge and freezer and dishwasher. A couple of minor snags / faults with stuff, but these are being dealt with and had no impact on a very relaxing and comfortable stay. Great heating (underfloor). Plenty of space in the lounge for at least 6 - we had 10 in there when friends came around for a visit. Easy dining for 6 at large table plus a breakfast bar. Not much nearby within walking distance, but fine for flat country walks. Shops just a few minutes drive away. We would recommend the cottage and thanks to Chris and Pat for making us feel welcome.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

20 Sept 2017

Perfect one week stay!

Beautiful, clean and very big one-level cottage, well mantained and equipped, with a nice courtyard suitable for al fresco dinner (funny neighbours too: the goat and the sheeps!). Very quiet and comfortable, conveniently situated to visit Lincoln (wondeful Cathedral!) and the surrounding area. Car recommended. Wish to come again!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Jackie B.

15 Sept 2017

Very comfortable cottage and great for a family in a peaceful location.

We had a wonderful week here with the children. Plenty of space for them to play outside and after a busy day had the most comfortable nights sleep. Everything you need for you stay is provided and the communication with the owner was great.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

3 Aug 2017

Secluded, quiet, spacious, delightful!

We were very pleasantly surprised by how much space there really is in Valentine Cottage, and the quality of the conversion is very high. The cottage is very nicely laid out, the kitchen in particular is excellent. We were blessed with good weather and so were able to enjoy the courtyard and use the barbecue several times, and listen to our neighbours (the sheep and goat!)! Very quiet and comfortable and would definitely visit again!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Hilary Y.

6 Mar 2017

The online photos do not do this spacious property justice

The cottage was much bigger than we had interpreted from the pictures online, so very adequate space for 6 adults. Everywhere was well presented and very clean. The kitchen was well equipped and we were specifically provided with a brand new slow cooker in response to our query of the availability of one. Pam and Chris were very accommodating with a slight change in our booking arrangements and gave the impression that nothing was too much trouble. There was a huge amount of useful local info available. All in all a very successful family weekend.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cath R.

19 Feb 2017

Excellent accommodation

We would certainly recommend this holiday accommodation. Conveniently situated to visit Lincoln and the surrounding area. The accommodation itself is extremely well designed and equipped. We loved the kitchen area and the living area. The beds were extremely comfortable and well appointed away from the living area. It was clean and well furnished. We would love to return

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Susannah W.

29 Nov 2016

Beautiful cottage!

We had a lovely time staying at Valentine cottage over the weekend. Sadly we could only stay one night but we had a great experience. I didn't realise from the photos that it's all on one level (which actually worked in our favour). Everything was beautifully presented and it really had everything (and more) that we needed. It's not too far to local pubs though there didn't seem to be anything in walking distance. Pam was very good at contacting me to make arrangements and it was clear that she and her family were available if we needed anything. I'd really recommend this lovely little retreat.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

David R.

13 Oct 2016

A lovely very well equipped property

We arived in the evening to find lights had been put on in the rooms to welcome us, a lovely touch, I would say one of the nicest property we have stayed in. Very well equipped for anyone's needs. Restaurant's pubs and food stores only a couple of miles away. We will be returning soon.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Sue Ward

29 Sept 2016

Excellent property - convenient location for Lincoln, the Wolds and seaside.

Extremely well equipped accommodation (especially kitchen utensils for those who prefer to cook own meals). Suitable for the elderly or those with limited mobility; there is an en -suite in the main bedroom. There is one step up to the bedrooms so may not be suitable for wheelchair users. Plenty of parking space.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Pauline I.

28 Aug 2016

Lovely facilities and location

It's hard to capture the cottage in the photos, it was far roomier than I thought. The features we particularly liked were the courtyard patio, we were lucky to have some very good weather so we're able to have meals outside a couple of days, there was a waterproof tablecloth on the table along with a plant which made it very welcoming a usable. The other thing is that although it is close to the owners far it isn't actually on it so there it's very private. If you have children there is a lovely private field for you use so don't forget a ball! It was a real home from home and well stocked, nothing I would change The only thing to bear in mind is the village doesn't have a pub but we had a couple of nice meals in pubs near by the Bottle and Glass was excellent but only serves meals Wednesday to Sunday lunch

About the host

Hosted by Valentine Cottage

We moved in to the area 25+ years ago for the outstanding schools, open space and clean air!
Our kids have grown up and have mostly left home now, to live their own city lives! but also love to return home to the countryside!
Friendly village, with nice people, very little traffic. 30 mph speed limit. Easy access to the lovely City of Lincoln.
We live in the village, completely separately from the cottage, at the Farmhouse down the lane.
We can usually be called on, if you need any advice, help or assistance. Our phone numbers are in the cottage information folder. Otherwise, we totally respect your privacy. We have stayed at holiday homes where the owner is always coming around, nightmare! This is not us!

Interested in wildlife and conservation. We have planted a wood and wildflower meadow, which guests are very welcome to explore! The totally organic wild flower meadow at its best, early summer.
We always try our very best for all guests. We have many guests, who are like old friends and return to the cottage, time and time again. It is a lovely place!

Why they chose this property

Great cottage in quiet country village. Central Lincolnshire, only 1 mile to the main A158 Lincoln to Skegness road. Private location, lovely dining kitchen, separate Sitting Room with large smart TV. Pretty courtyard for Al fresco meals and drinks, large enclosed lawn. I am always making improvements to the cottage, doing my best to make it comfortable and welcoming for our guests.
7 mile, easy drive, to the lovely Roman city of Lincoln, fabulous Cathedral and Castle. Easy access to the Lincolnshire Wolds with market towns and pretty villages. Lovely unspoiled Lincolnshire coast is less than an hour's drive. Busy seaside resorts of Skegness, Cleethorpes and Mablethorpe or quiet lovely beaches Mogs eye, Sandilands, Chapel St Leonard's, Sutton on Sea, Anlaby Creek.
Lots of footpaths and bridleways for exploring on foot or bicycle.
We are on the Lincolnshire No1 cycle route.
Ask us for recommendations for local restaurants and pubs.

What makes this property unique

Lovely, clean, detached cottage with country views.
Quiet, tiny village. Friendly villagers. 30 mph speed limit.The cottage is off a back lane with very little passing traffic.
Bright and airy inside. Warm all year round, especially winter. Underfloor heating from ground source heat pump. Plenty of hot water!
Lovely dining kitchen with lots of cooking equipment and most household basics included. Separate sitting room with Big 50 inch TV for films and sports!
3 double bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
Private Courtyard with Weber barbecue, garden furniture and lighting. Access from kitchen and sitting room. We had some lovely suppers outside in the courtyard. Enclosed field garden, for ball games etc
No pets at this property, sorry.Due to livestock and horses on the adjoining fields and to help people with pet allergies and asthma.
Our friendly, pet sheep are usually on the paddock (unless, they have eaten all the grass and had move elsewhere for a time!) Fun to watch their antics! Most have names! Love carrots, apples and fresh vegetable peelings! Sorry, we don't lamb anymore because l cannot bear to give any of them away!

Central Lincolnshire location.Easy drive to the lovely city of Lincoln, Wolds and coast. Cottage is on the Lincolnshire No1 cycle route.
Red Arrows display team are based nearby, often have a spectacular fly past!
Suits all guest combinations, from very young to elderly.