Melton Mowbray 3.5 miles.
Located in Great Dalby near Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire is Elm Tree Cottage, a delightful, two-bedroom bungalow.
Resting a car journey away from a hub of amenities and attractions, Elm Tree Cottage also features an enclosed courtyard, designated parking, and family-friendly facilities, making it a wonderful base for a tour of Central England.
Park up on the private driveway before making your way into your new abode, storing your walking boots and coats in the hallway.
Make your way towards the well-equipped kitchen to fulfil your self-catering needs, where you can rustle up delicious dishes to be enjoyed around the dining table, or alfresco upon the courtyard.
While the night away by socialising and planning your itinerary, whilst indoors you'll locate a selection of books and games to delve into, entertaining all the family.
As day turns into night, catch some rest from either the double or twin bedrooms, both serviced by the bathroom, providing plenty of space to prepare for your coming days.
The Royal Oak pub is a stroll up the street and serves food except on a Monday.
Visit the milk shed at the top of the village for fresh milk, milkshakes and coffees with an attached young children's play area.
March House farm shop offers local produce with an extensive cafe and is half a mile walk over fields or by road.
Once you're ready to explore, don your walking boots to follow one of the many trails in the area, whilst Melton Mowbray is home to a variety of shops, pubs and attractions to fill your time; be sure to visit the twice-weekly farmers market, brush up on your local knowledge at Melton Carnegie Museum, take in the countryside at Melton Country Park, or opt for a day of amusements and rides at Twinlakes Park.
For walkers an iconic walk to Burrough Hill country park for magnificent views.
Be sure to visit the Rutland Water Nature Reserve, reachable by car, also home to the Rutland Farm Park, a museum, and the Aqua Park, sure to deliver a day full of fun, before heading into Oakham for a bite to eat.
The city of Leicester is also brimming with attractions including Leicester Museum, Art Gallery and the National Space Centre.
Experience all of this at Elm Tree Cottage.