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2 Guests
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1 Bedroom
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1 Bathroom
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Pets Yes
Features
- Off road parking
- Garden / Patio
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
45 Customer Reviews
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"Beautiful cosy cottage, with everything you need for a short break."
Loved it, would recommend it !!!
Thank you for your lovely comments, we do hope you stay with us again! Property Owner
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"Lovely little cottage which was just right for the two of us (and dog) for our week long break in Lincolnshire."
The cottage was very well equipped, with seemingly all avenues catered for. Although quite small, the cottage was very cosy and easy to keep warm with gas heating and the little wood burning stove. The owners were very friendly and helpful. All in all an excellent base from which to explore the area.
We are delighted you enjoyed your stay in our cottage and exploring the beautiful Lincolnshire Wolds Property Owner
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"A very pleasant and well appointed small cottage."
Thanks very much for your review. So glad you enjoyed your stay with us. Property Owner
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"I stopped in Old Blacksmith's Cottage for a week with my dog and it was absolutely lovely."
It had everything we needed for a memorable stay and I don't hesitate in recommending it.
Thanks for your great review we really appreciate it. Hopefully you will come back again soon Property Owner
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"What a wonderful cottage, excellent in every sense."
We especially loved sitting out in the spacious garden and having our meals there, and learning more about the history of the building from the friendly and helpful owners. Wonderful for a summer visit, but it would also be lovely and cozy in cooler seasons. We definitely hope to be back!
Thanks so much for your lovely review, it’s great to know that you enjoyed your stay and that you loved the cottage and gardens. We hope that you visit us again! Property Owner
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"We had a wonderful time at Annette's lovely cosy cottage ."
It had had everything we needed and was ideally positioned for day trips to Lincoln,Cleethorpes and Mablethorpe. Superb time
I’m so glad you enjoyed your stay with us and thankfully the weather was kind to you. It was lovely to meet you and we hope we see you again soon! Property Owner
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"This cottage is amazing, small but beautifully conceived, it has everything you need."
Lovely walks for your dog nearby . Great information for dog owners on walks and dog friendly pubs.
We are delighted that you enjoyed staying in the cottage and hope you will visit again soon Property Owner
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"Lovely welcome, nice goodies n arrival after a long journey."
. perfect
Thank you for your lovely comments and we look forward to welcoming you back! Property Owner
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"Really enjoyed my stay at blacksmiths cottage, very thoughtful use of space."
Loved walking my dog, Charlie in the woods near by . For some road can be a bit busy, didn’t bother me . Was lovely to just sit in the garden and chill off an evening after a day walking. It’s a lovely area and would like to return. Comfy bed slept well. Thank you.
Thank you for your kind comments, please do visit again we would love to welcome you back Property Owner
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"We had a warm welcome from the owners to a lovely cottage."
The surrounding area was terrific with forest walks less than a mile away. The most rested and relaxed we've been in a long time.
It’s great to hear that you had a relaxing holiday and we hope that you will visit us again soon. Property Owner
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"Lovely cottage."
All very good. Nice welcome with fresh bread, fruit loaf, butter, milk. Tea and coffee. Annette welcomed us explaining about the key safe and other matters. Helpfully, agreeing we could park in front of the cottage but be very careful due to the sharp bend. I got my wife to stand across the road to check.
We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay despite the cold and damp June weather! Thank you for your kind comments and we hope to see you again Property Owner
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"Outstanding"
Thanks for the great review, it was a pleasure to meet you! Property Owner
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"This is a delightfully small but cosy and appropriately equipped cottage suitable for a few days away."
In addition to the central heating, there is a log burner, for which logs are supplied, which all makes for a comfy night in on a chilly evening. If you're a walker, there are plenty of suitable footpaths and lanes to wander and explore. The generally flat terrain makes the going easy. All in all a very pleasant and delightful few days away.
Thank you for your kind comments and we look forward to seeing you again Property Owner
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"Stayed here twice."
Both times have been amazing! Will definitely be booking a third visit :)
So glad you enjoyed staying in the cottage, we look forward to your next visit! Property Owner
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"Had a good time."
Steve was very nice and greeted us when we arrived.
We are glad you enjoyed your stay and had a chance to explore the Lincolnshire wolds despite the showery weather Property Owner
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"Enjoyed our time there, good cycling, lovely cottage"
It’s a great area for cyclists and we look forward to welcoming you back soon Property Owner
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"Delightful property with absolutely everything we needed."
It’s cozy size actually enhanced our stay! Location convenient for both city (Lincoln) and coast. Owners extremely friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend.
We do appreciate your great feedback, and we hope to see you again when you next visit the Lincolnshire Wolds Property Owner
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"Although compact, this lovely cottage has provided us with everything we needed for our stay."
The bed is very comfortable too which is a big tick.
Thank you very much for your kind comments and we hope that you will come and stay with us again! Property Owner
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"Quaint cottage, got warm and cosy when the fire lit."
Compact but it had everything we needed - even managed to cook a Sunday roast! A lot of traffic noise as busy main road the other side of hedge at front of property. It would have been good to know about parking further away from property before we booked, but agree it would be dangerous to try and pull out on the corner behind the hedge. Nice place for a short stay, lovely welcome pack and hosts very friendly. Nice independent shops locally.
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"Sweet little cottage."
Ideal for 1 or 2 people and a dog. Very friendly helpful owners. Information book very clear and informative. Very convenient base for exploring the local area with lots of walks for the dog!
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"We have stayed twice now."
Lovely host, great cottage in great location. Every detail has been thought of. Lovely log burner with logs provided. Lots of treats left for you to enjoy. I’m sure we’ll be back again. We have stayed at many cottages with Sykes and this is one of our favourites! Thanks Annette :)
Thanks so much for your kind comments Christopher and we look forward to welcoming you back again! Property Owner
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"The Old Blacksmiths cottage was a delightful and well equipped retreat for us and our dog."
Extremely clean on arrival and despite being a small space, it was very well designed and equipped. We even managed to make a full roast dinner! Annette and Steve were very welcoming hosts, providing us with a lovely food hamper including delicious Lincolnshire plum loaf. Unfortunately, the weather on our trip meant that we couldn't spend time in the beautiful garden specifically for the cottage. But we were very cosy, inside. Highly recommended!
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"The cottage was very charming, welcoming, comfy, clean, very well equipped."
Everyone was friendly and helpful when we asked about places to visit and walks within the area. Would definitely recommend this little gem.
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay with us, we really appreciate your kind comments. Property Owner
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"Very nice little cottage exactly like it shows in the photos, lovely warm welcoming hosts nice welcome pack of goodies"
Thank you so much for your kind feedback, we do appreciate it. We hope that you will stay with us again. Property Owner
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"Enjoyed our stay lovely owner's our second stay"
It was great to welcome you back and we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay! Property Owner
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"Well appointed."
Nice generous welcome pack. It's the little things that count like the thick fluffy bath towels. Thank you.
We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay with us and hope you will visit again! Property Owner
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"April 7th to 10th Thank you for a lovely 3 night stay at Blacksmiths cottage."
The Hosts had thought of everything to make us have a comfortable stay. We would definitely stay here again Eric, Gill, and Zac are little dog
Thanks so much for your kind comments and we do hope that you will stay with us again Property Owner
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"Cosy cottage in a very nice setting, very comfortable bed, cottage well placed for visiting the whole of Lincolnshire wether that be towns or coast,also ideal for our antique hunt,walks close by if you take a four legged friend, we would definitely book again if going to the area."
Thank you for your kind comments, we are so glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to seeing you again. Property Owner
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"Thank you for a relaxing weekend, what a super cottage."
Thank you for the welcome pack, treats for Archie & all the other small touches. Log burner made the evenings so cosy. We really don’t want to leave. We’d both love to return. Many thanks Ollie, Sarah & Archie Dog
There will always be a warm welcome at Old Blacksmiths Cottage and we do hope you will visit us again Property Owner
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"Wonderfully cosy."
Annette and Steve have thought of everything you might need for the stay, and provided it. Particularly nice for me to stay in, as my Grandad was a blacksmith. Lovely to be able to take the dog for a walk without having to get into the car first. Highly recommended.
So glad you enjoyed your stay Property Owner
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"Delightful little cottage, very clean and comfortable, will go back again in the summer, plus the coalfire , made it so cosy in the evening."
Everything was perfect
We are pleased you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to welcoming you back! Property Owner
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"Sadly the ice cream parlour in the village wasn't open during my stay (over Christmas) but other than that I had a very enjoyable stay in this lovely cottage."
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay over Christmas and look forward to welcoming you back Property Owner
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"We spent a most enjoyable week in this compact yet very cosy cottage."
Spotlessly clean and containing everything you could possibly require. Our enjoyment was enhanced by the generosity, (a wonderful welcoming pack was provided) friendliness and helpfulness of the owners.
Thank you so much for your kind words, it was lovely to meet you and we hope you will return! Property Owner
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"Enjoyed staying in the cottage."
We both had a lovely time they was everything you needed for your stay. Plenty of leaflets about things to do and walks in the area. Many thanks Jan and bill . York.
We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again Property Owner
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"The cottage was perfect - compact, yes, but very cosy and equipped with everything that was necessary."
The owner provided a delicious loaf of Lincolnshire Plum bread and some Lincolnshire cheese - a lovely touch (and some doggy treats too!). The woodburning stove took a while to get going - probably first use of the season - but made the cottage very warm. Absolutely no complaints!
Thanks so much for such lovely feedback, we are happy you enjoyed your stay with us! Property Owner
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"Thanks too both the property owners and Sykes for a perfect break."
Delightful cottage gt area everything we needed and more Would like too stay there in the winter with the log burner on Thanks again Phil
So glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you again in winter! Property Owner
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"Despite being quite small, the property was thoughtfully designed and had everything we needed for a short break."
It was very clean and we found the bed very comfortable. The welcome hamper of essential groceries and local treats was very generous, and much appreciated, and the walk leaflets and maps were very helpful. Only downside, was the proximity to the main road, but we only found it noisy at rush hour and not at all during the night.
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"Great property, lovely owners."
Highly recommend.
Thanks so much for your kind comments Property Owner
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"Very nice little cottage with everything you need really nice owners in a beautiful part of the country"
We are glad you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
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"We only had a very short stay but the little cottage was brilliant !"
The owners had tried to think of everything you might need for your stay, and gone even further with lots of little touches. Just lovely !!
Thank you so much for your kind words, we hope to see you again Property Owner
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"This is a lovely cottage, perfect for 2 and a dog, romantic, well-equipped, thoughtfully laid out, with everything you need for a short stay."
The hosts very generously laid out teas, coffee and a hamper with local goodies. The house was very clean, the towels gorgeously fluffy, the heating up or down at the touch of a button. Annette and Steve had also thought of little details such as a vase of wildflowers. The wifi was good - we held two video calls at the same time. The surroundings were breathtaking. Our walk up the hill behind the cottage was amazing every morning. All in all, an excellent holiday. And to add to all of that, the hosts posted our (unneeded!) woolly hats which we'd left behind! Just brilliant!
Thank you for your feedback, we’re glad you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
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"My husband and I loved our stay at this charming cottage, as did our dog!"
We spent some nights at home with the wood burner and a home cooked dinner and some nights out trying one of the many local restaurants. The cottage has everything we needed and to owners were very welcoming and attentive. It was amazingly clean and well kept. Our dog enjoyed walks at the local woods and we all enjoyed visiting Lincoln and the local towns. We most definitely will stay again! Thank you so much for having us!
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"Great little cottage just the job for a long weekend in the Lincolnshire Wolds ..."
Great little cottage just the job for a long weekend in the Lincolnshire Wolds great walks nearby would definitely book again
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"A fantastic, well appointed, cosy cottage."
Owners have thought of everything to ensure a comfortable, relaxing stay. A wonderful location to explore many great walking routes - my dog loved it!
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"Me and my boyfriend booked this cottage for a little valentine’s day get away and we had such a great time, the owners are so lovely and provide a lot in the cottage for the stay."
We highly recommend for anyone else who is looking for a relaxing and quiet cottage.
Summary
- One double bedroom with en-suite shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
- Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining and sitting areas.
- Gas central heating with woodburning stove
- Oven and hob, microwave, fridge with ice box, small freezer, slow cooker
- Smart TV, DAB radio, WIFI
- Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. In rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. In rent
- Off-road parking for 1 car
- Side and rear lawned garden with table and chairs
- One well-behaved small to medium sized dog welcome
- Sorry, no smoking
- Shop 3.6 miles, pub 2.2 miles
- Note: Sloped ceilings in the bedroom, please take care
- Note: The garden is not enclosed, care to be taken with pets
- Please note: The property is not suitable for children.
The property
This pretty, characterful detached stone cottage rests in an idyllic setting within the hamlet of North Willingham in the Lincolnshire Wolds, an area of outstanding natural beauty, just a few miles from Market Rasen. Old Blacksmiths Cottage has charming character features including original beams, exposed stone walls and original brick fireplace, offering a romantic and cosy base for couples and a perfect base for lone travellers too, ideal for exploring this beautiful region of Lincolnshire. Enter directly into the open-plan living space which is presented in a country farmhouse style with compact kitchen amenities, including an oven, 2-ring hob, microwave and fridge.
Enjoy a meal and a glass of wine at the bistro style table and relax in the comfy armchairs by the wood burning stove pondering on the day’s adventures.
As your eyes begin to close, move upstairs to the charming cottage bedroom with sloped ceilings, exposed timber beams and a double bed.
Here you can switch off and enjoy a good night’s sleep or enjoy a refreshing shower in the en-suite. Balmy evenings can be enjoyed in the pretty and secluded garden with table and chairs, romantic arbour bench seat, and plenty of room for your four-legged friend to explore.
Get to know your surroundings as you embark on a countryside footpath and enjoy the spectacular scenery and gently rolling hills right on your doorstep.
Old Blacksmiths cottage is an ideal base for keen walkers and cyclists with miles of walking and cycling trails to explore including the long distance scenic Viking Way footpath which you can access at nearby Tealby, Walesby or Ludford.
Visit nearby Willingham Woods, a large complex of pine woods, or follow the footpath opposite the cottage, across fields to the charming village of Tealby, home to the Kings Head, the oldest thatched pub in Lincolnshire.
Wrights of Willingham Ice Cream Parlour and Tea Room is within close walking distance of the property and there you can enjoy delicious ice creams made on the farm using fresh milk.
The nearby market town of Market Rasen is just 4 miles away and home to an array of shops, pubs, restaurants and cafés, a scenic and challenging golf course and the famous Market Rasen National Hunt Racecourse. For a change of scenery, the beautiful historic market towns of Louth and Horncastle are a short drive away and for motoring enthusiasts the famous motor racing circuit Cadwell Park is only 13 miles away.
Within easy reach is the historic city of Lincoln with its cobbled streets and famous Steep Hill, magnificent Gothic cathedral, Lincoln Castle and its medieval wall walk, Marina waterfront area and vibrant shopping areas.
If a day on the coast is on your to-do list, the miles of sandy beaches of the Lincolnshire coastline are just a scenic drive away, making Old Blacksmiths Cottage a superb getaway, whatever time of year.
About the location
MARKET RASEN
Lincoln 15.5 miles; Louth 17 miles; Mablethorpe 29.5 miles.
Market Rasen is a small market town on the River Rase, surrounded by open countryside and woodland and located on the western edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The gently rolling landscape and picturesque villages prove a magnet for cyclists, walkers and wildlife lovers, with many quiet trails and country lanes to explore. Enjoy a round of golf on the tree-lined, 18-hole golf course, visit the National Hunt racecourse, or spend a day on one of the Lincolnshire Coast's unspoilt sandy beaches. Visit Lincoln, with its 11th century castle, beautiful cathedral and vast array of shops. For antiques lovers, Europe's largest antiques centre at Hemswell and the market town of Horncastle are within easy reach.
Note: Sloped ceilings in the bedroom, please take care. Note: The garden is not enclosed, care to be taken with pets
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute
- Christmas