Family-friendly vacation rentals in Rutland Water

Location was excellent for our purposes (in the center of the city, few minutes walking distance from the University, the market and the railway station) The host was a bit slow in responding before arrival in the UK, but issues regarding were resolved upon arrival at the airport. Overall the apartment was in good to excellent condition apart from some issues which were considered minor due to the relative short stay of 8 days. (One window was very tricky to open and close, the freezer needed some defrosting, one of the faucets had a broken drainer, no towels or sheets were changed during the length of our stay)

We stayed in Oak Cottage at Elms Farm Cottages and couldn’t have been happier with our choice. Carol was a fantastic host - very communicative, flexible and helpful and the cottage was perfect - very comfortable and with excellent amenities - all the small things taken care of. We would highly recommend staying here and would love to come back one day.

The hut was the most perfect private escape that we were looking for. It was super cozy and quickly warms up with the fire on during the winter time. The complimentary biscuits were a lovely touch with a cup of tea on arrival and we were shortly greeted by piggy pop and piggy star which was some great entertainment! We loved spending the evening in the hot tub and then utilised the air fryer in the hut to make a yummy dinner, finishing the evening off watching some Netflix on the projector which was so lovely and cozy. Thanks for a great night away :)

We had a wonderful stay at Gills place. It was easy to find, with some additional instructions. A gorgeous location, perfect for 4 city girls! Gills home is spacious, neat and tidy. The layout is perfect for taking time out or sitting and having a girlie giggle with friends. Everything is carefully thought through, the attention to detail didn't go unnoticed. Gill also gave us a cheeky late check-out which was much needed. Thank you Gill 💖

Great stay at Stretton Lakes. The other cabins seemed to be utilised by people making use of the fishing lake, but our children loved the hot tub, tennis courts and the odd game of football on the grass. Stretton Lakes was a great base for the area - the local (gastro) pub, kayaking on Rutland Water, villages/ towns like Stamford and even a theme park for the kids.

Amazing place, so beautiful and peaceful. So many different nice rooms to relax in. The cabins were so warm. The pizza oven was great for pizzas. The hot tub was so nice and constantly warm. We used it all weekend. They left two bottles of Prosecco for us as a welcome gift. During our stay there was an issue with one electric radiator and they came the next morning to bring us a working one which we really appreciated. We enjoyed this stay so much, thank you so much to Fred and Charlotte!

Just got home from a lovely, relaxing stay here. Met up with 5 friends who now live all over the country and this was a great, central location. Tom met us as we arrived and showed us how everything worked. House was clean with some quirky lamps, each bedroom had an en-suite plus kettle and cups. The hot tub was a perfect addition. Lost many an hour chatting away while sat in it. Would definitely stay again.

Our Stay at the miners Cottage was a pleasure. The location was perfect for me and my Son we were visiting family over the Christmas Holidays. The home was very cozy and clean, and Maxine was available via text if we had any questions, which we didn’t as everything was perfect. I would highly recommended this accommodation, if you are looking to stay in the area.

We really enjoyed our stay. The place is so tastefully decorated and has all the amenities. It made for such a quiet and peaceful stay in Nottingham. I would 100% recommend this place to anyone looking for a place to stay near Nottingham.

A lovely overnight stay at Daphne’s Cottage which is comfortable, cosy, clean and very well equipped. The kitchen especially has everything you need with plenty of crockery, cutlery and cooking utensils. The dishwasher came in very useful after dinner. Plenty of tea, coffee and sugar with a fresh pint of milk waiting in the fridge. Also special mention must be made of the shower cubicle with a very powerful shower. Elizabeth greeted us on arrival and made sure we could get in then came to see us off ensuring we had enjoyed our stay and had everything we needed. Although it was only an overnight stay this time wouldn’t hesitate to stay longer if in the area again

I’d highly recommend The Hayloft. The property exceeded our expectations and the pictures really don’t do it justice. The space was warm, comfortable and everything we needed was provided. The bathroom is really lovely, well lit ( a real bonus in my opinion as so many bathrooms have terrible lighting), the bath is deep and comfortable, the shower powerful with plenty of hot water. The bed was very comfortable too. The kitchen is well equipped with everything you need. We loved the location which is really peaceful and set in beautiful countryside. There are walks directly from the property and it was a joy to see the goats, pigs and chickens in the barn nearby. A really lovely bonus was to have delicious local bread, homemade jam and mince pies, biscuits,milk and butter provided. There was also a bottle of champagne , festive flowers and a lovely little Christmas tree which made it all the more special.

The cottage is lovely but the location ..for me it was outstanding. Beautiful countryside and immaculately cared for grounds and fields. Im a country girl so it was perfection. Everything we needed was supplied and the log burner kept us warm. All the places we wanted to visit were easily accessible with Foxton Locks being just a mile away. Beautiful villages surround Gumby. Cant recommend highly enough.

A lovely, cosy cottage that was perfect for our stay. A great secure garden for the dogs and a shop 2 mins walk from the front door. Paul was a great host and provided clear directions and instructions for the property.

What a hidden gem! My fiancé and I wanted a last minute night away between our children going to their other parents and me working over new year! John was so welcoming from the initial request, responsive and so helpful - going the extra mile so we could book the night! He was onsite on arrival and showed us around! Felt totally off grid and everything being self built made it extra special! We spent hours just sat by the fire listening to the owls and the river! Even though it was a cold December night - the tiny house was warm and cosy - the duvet thick and comfortable with big puffy pillows! I have nothing but thanks for John and we will 100% be returning just us but also with our children! Thanks John x

Katy’s place is a modern conversion of the upper part of a wooden barn/shed building. It is approximately 5 minutes drive from the Colsterworth exit of the A1 which was perfect for us as we were visiting family locally and in Grantham, which is just 15 minutes drive away (A1 or country roads). The location is in a beautiful, quiet countryside setting and there is plenty of parking. The accommodation was modern and clean, and filled with lovely little touches that most Airbnb’s never offer - we arrived to freshly made flapjacks (the best we’ve ever tasted); clean and fluffy towels; cereal, milk, bread, butter, jam, orange juice plus tea, coffee and herbal teas. The bed was comfortable. The blinds on the velux windows were blackout so the place was totally dark to sleep in. There was no noise other than nature. The kitchen was adequately equipped. The water was super hot and the heating was quick to warm everything up. We met Katy on departure who was super friendly too. Great stay!

My boys and I had a wonderful stay at Barley Cottage. Stephen and Philip are amazing hosts, super friendly, very knowledgeable of the area and great conversation. The cottage was beautifully decorated and had everything we needed. The beds were super comfy and the shower was great. Water Newton is an idyllic little village just a stones throw from Peterborough, but a world away! We loved every minute of our time there.

Patricia's home is lovely, warm and cozy. We booked at the last minute so that our family could spend Christmas together. We appreciated the lovely welcome and provision of staples like milk, butter, tea, coffee, juice and also crusty bread. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook a full Christmas dinner with ease. Patricia had even gone to the trouble to decorate her home for Christmas for us, which was very special. We all enjoyed our time together there. It is a bonus to have a full bathroom and an extra toilet for a family, too. The setting in the park is peaceful and welcoming and there are nice walks around the woods and lakes; our dog loved it, too. This is a wonderful place to stay in every way and Patricia is a very thoughtful and accommodating host. Thank you!

Fantastic week at Belton Woods Lodge. David was a great host with clear communication and information received prior to stay. Hope to book again!

The location is idyllic for a peaceful break. We were there aeroplane spotting at RAF Coningsby and the location was easy to respond to action on the airfield. Holiday club house in the evening with the usual entertainment made it more like a holiday.

This place is perfect for a quiet getaway. The hosts are fantastic and the lovely warm pool is great to play in with the kids. You can even go fishing at the end of their garden ( which I took full advantage of!!) or just relax with a glass of wine and sit looking over the river. We look forward to returning next year.

An enjoyable week staying in the lodge with lovely views over the golf course. Great for golfers

Stephen is amazing, personable, responsive, ready with helpful actionable suggestions if you need them . The place itself is on a beautiful , riverside property, with beautifully maintained garden, swimming pool. It is 10 minutes drive from Peterborough and 25 minutes form Stomford, and has many trails and walks around that you can explore.

This was a return visit for our family pre Christmas get together. Communication with Sharon before and during our visit was excellent. The property has changed from 2 years ago with an additional “snug” lounge and different layout for one bedroom and kitchen but the standard remains the same very high level and the overall space is very comfortable for our group of 11 (8 adults and 3 children). Remains on our “to return to” list. Highly recommended.