Old Rectory Cottage
- 4 guests
- 2 beds
- 1 bathroom
- Pet Friendly
Description
Tucked away in the idyllic village of Washingborough, Lincolnshire, is this superb two-bedroom Grade II Listed semi-detached cottage, Old Rectory Cottage.
Enjoying a central location with easy access to the local amenities and within easy reach of the bustling city of Lincoln, and an interior full of character and contemporary touches, Old Rectory Cottage is a wonderful dog-friendly dwelling for couples or a family of four, plus their three canine companions.
Be greeted by a beautiful, enclosed garden, with bistro dining area and a barbecue, the perfect spot for enjoying alfresco lunches and dinners.
The garden also features an outbuilding where you can store your bikes and walking equipment on request.
Step into the well-equipped kitchen/diner, featuring a slimline dishwasher, washing machine, coffee machine, ready to savour at the dining table for four over a bottle of celebratory fizz.
After dinner, retreat to the sitting room where you can snuggle up on the plush sofas in front of the crackling woodburning stove, as your favourite show plays out on the Smart TV.
Climb the stairs up to the first floor, where you can wash away the day with soak in the bath or a refreshing shower, before choosing from one of two well-appointed bedrooms to catch your rest in, a spacious king-size with 32” Smart TV and pretty views over the village green, and an additional king-size with feature fireplace.
Explore the village, where you will find the welcoming atmospheres of The Hunters Leap, which is great for live sports and The Ferry Boat Pub & Kitchen, with the latter serving tasty pub fayre and local ales, perfect for refuelling at the end of the day.
There is also the traditional pub, The Butcher & Beast in Heighington, just a mile away and Washingborough Hall hotel, which is one of only 11 establishments in Lincolnshire to have 2 AA rosettes for food.
For a wider selection of attractions and amenities, head over to the thriving city of Lincoln, where you can tour the Museum of Lincolnshire Life, enjoy leisurely strolls through the Arboretum, picnic in Hartsholme Country Park or marvel at the stunning Lincoln Cathedral.
Continue on to Newark-on-Trent, home to a remarkable castle surrounded by Victorian gardens and housing dungeons, as well as the Town Hall Museum & Art Gallery, Riverside Park and the Newark Trent Waterfalls.
Woodhall Spa, a Victorian spa town, is only 17 miles away, home to a jubilee park, an outdoor swimming pool and a cinema in the woods, which has the UK’s only remaining rear screen projector.
You can cycle or walk 3.5 miles down the riverbank into Lincoln, explore the conservation area around the cathedral and historic Bailgate, which hosts a flurry of independent retailers and eateries.
Tour the castle walls, stroll down the steep hill, the 4th steepest in the UK and awarded the best street in the UK 2012. For exceptional walking and cycling opportunities, venture over to the beautiful surroundings of the Lincolnshire Wolds AONB, including the Hubbards Hills, Spa Trail and Willingham Woods.
You will also find the Red Hill Nature Reserve, great for spotting the local wildlife, the Lincolnshire Wolds Railway and the Cadwell Park Motor Racing Circuit.
Add a touch of character to your next Lincolnshire getaway with a stay at Old Rectory Cottage.
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Everything you'll need
- Wifi
- Dishwasher
- Garden / Patio
- Open Fire
- Pet Friendly
- Wifi
- Dishwasher
- Garden / Patio
- Open Fire
- Pet Friendly
- Near Pub / Shop
- Smoke Free
- Near Walks
- Washing Machine
What guests are saying
Extremely disappointed with the cottage.
Looked thoroughly at the photos and description before booking and all looked great, unfortunately the reality is very different. The photos on the website were clearly taken when the cottage was bought and refurbished which according to the guest book was 2022, since then the cottage has obviously never been touched since. The lounge and stairs carpets were ripped,stained and filthy. The rug on the floor was a disgrace the sofas stained and very worn. Huge cobwebs in every room ( not because it is an old cottage) lack of cleaning. The outside of the property is unloved also. Dirty stained outdoor cushions ( why would you leave them outside!). Broken flagstones, rusty furniture and a flimsy fence held together with zip ties. My husband and I stay in cottages a lot , this is our 4th one this year so know what standard they should be, we have never written a bad review in nine years. Utterly unacceptable. Also rang the landlord on the Tuesday to report lights in the kitchen not working, I did say it wasn’t a major problem but a courtesy call back would have been appropriate but no response it says it all.
Dear Mark, Thanks for taking the time to leave feedback of your stay. It’s always useful for us to get thoughts and feedback about the property. I think it’s also fair to say we aren’t going to please everyone all of the time. If your holiday is ruined by some frayed sisal carpet by the door threshold or by some rust on chair legs outside or because you see a cobweb (in autumn!) then we maybe aren’t for you. I absolutely dispute any reference to filthy/stained anything and the sofas are pretty much exactly as when we bought them, so that’s a mystery. That being said, if you have been to 4 cottages already this year then maybe we need to tap into your fountain of holiday cottage knowledge. Admittedly, I did miss a call from you which I apologise for, I was on a canal boat/middle of nowhere with little to no reception/wifi. When I did eventually hear the voicemail saying the electrics had tripped but you flicked it back on and it wasn’t a problem, I took it on face value but should have at least text to acknowledge receipt. Fair play. Unlike your scores.
This is a lovely and spacious property and just a 10 minute drive from Lincoln city centre.
As soon as we arrived we settled in straight away and it was very homely and in a lovely and quiet area. We would happily book this property next time we visit the area. David & Sandra.
Hi David & Sandra, Thanks so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review of your stay with us. We are glad you enjoyed the homely, cosy nature of the place and we would love to welcome you back on your next trip over to Lincolnshire. All the best, Ian & Lorna
Lovley cottage and location.
Unfortunately we wernt able to shower as the cold water wouldnt work so it was boiling hot and set off the heat sensor on the landing, potentially dangerous. We managed and didnt want an emergency repair for a 2 night stay. Really needs some attention, especially in the garden as all the furniture was rusty and we wouldnt sit on it which was a shame as the weather was nice. Welcome pack was poor. Basic kitchen provisions poor and not even a dish cloth to wash up. Some tired areas of the building, just needs a bit more love.
Dear Ruth, Thanks for taking the time to leave feedback from your stay. We are pleased you thought it was a lovely cottage in a great location but the rest is rather confusing. I met you on arrival at the property and told you about the shower. Yes the temp dial is sometimes stiff (very hard water) but it’s always set to a nice warm temp. Best bet is not to adjust it much, but it will always cool down if you turn it clockwise. After your visit I found you had turned it fully round to 100% hot, of course it was steamy, it would be! I also told you to let me know any issues but you decided not to. I’m really not sure what more kitchen equipment you required, it’s not a professional kitchen but we have not had any complaints before and all guests are left a scrubbing sponge and a jaycloth so not sure what the problem with that was. We do also leave dishwasher tablets and we have a dishwasher, so you don’t even need to wash up! I’m so very sorry the welcome pack wasn’t up to your standards, it sounds like the caviar & foie gras may have been missed off . If Lincolnshire plum loaf, coffee pods, crisps, fresh milk and because it was your partners birthday a bottle of beer & prosecco in the fridge isn’t enough of a welcome then it’s sad times. Maybe it’s all inclusive you are looking for instead of self catering!
This was a really lovely cottage in a picturesque spot, by the memorial and church, with 2 pubs in spitting distance.
We really enjoyed our stay here with our 3 dogs. I particularly liked the kitchen, and the wisteria in the enclosed courtyard which is a good spot to sit and enjoy a drink. Be aware that the fence at the back of the courtyard isn't that high, my lab was definitely thinking of jumping over at one point (though if he had, it's into another enclosed safe yard). There is thankfully nothing on the other side of the fence that was too tempting for him, but he "has form", so I had to keep an eye on him the first day. Fence height no issue for my two smaller dogs.
Dear Rachel, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a nice review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay with us. We would love to welcome you back if you are ever back over this way. All the best, Ian & Lorna
Loved the cottage.
Nice touch with the extras on arrival, prosecco, biscuits, etc. Lovely area.
Dear Paul, Many thanks for your time leaving us such a positive review of your stay. We are glad you loved the cottage. We would love to welcome you back if you are ever back over this way. All the best, Ian & Lorna
The cottage could be ideal for a family- it is well equipped but there are too many steep stairs for someone with mobility problems which is my problem and the sofas are too low for older people to be able to get out of.
You need to emphasize that it is not suitable for anyone with disabilities. You also need to exchange one of the sofas for two easy chairs that a person like myself can get in and out of
Beautiful property in a lovely location.
It had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Nice outside area with an enclosed yard. Decorated in a nice style, gorgeous tea sign in the kitchen(!) comfortable beds and sofas. Thoughtfully they'd put fans in the bedrooms (its been a very hot summer, we're not used to that!) Lots for us to see and do nearby. Very happy - thank you.
Ideally-placed property to visit Lincolnshire attractions such as Lincoln city and cathedral, RAF sites like International Bomber Command Centre, and the lovely villages in the Lincolnshire Wolds.
The cottage is in an attractive part of the village and felt welcoming and comfortable, very spacious for the three of us. Nice welcome basket from the owner, we especially liked the famous Lincolnshire Plum Bread! Highly recommended.
A nice cottage full of character and extremely helpful owners
One of the best places we’ve ever stayed at.
Great cottage, beautiful friendly village, close to Lincoln. Very good info pack with the added touch of a welcome pack of snacks etc - including dog treats
Lovely cottage in a quiet peaceful village location but within easy walking distance to all the facilities you are likely to need , bus stop (15minute ride to centre of Lincoln), Pubs, Chemist, Supermarket and various take aways.
The owner was close to hand and ready and willing to sort out any small problem.
Cute cottage in ideal location
We had an incredible stay over Christmas and could not have asked for a better place.
The accommodation was exactly as listed, very cosy, comfortable, and beautifully set up for a festive stay. The hosts had decorated the house for Christmas, which made it feel especially welcoming from the moment we arrived. The house was very clean throughout, and despite the cold weather, the heating system was extremely effective and easy to use. The beds were lovely and comfortable, and the shower pressure was excellent (the bathroom in general has all modern features as well as plenty of hot water). The kitchen was well equipped, and the welcome box and card were a really thoughtful touch. We also appreciated that there were amenities provided for dogs, which would be ideal for anyone travelling with a pet. Communication with the hosts was excellent! They were very quick to respond both before our arrival and throughout our stay, and the pre-check-in instructions were clear and helpful. Everything felt well organised and stress-free. The location is a great balance of peaceful quiet while still being very convenient for getting into Lincoln. Parking was easy, with ample space both next to the house and on the adjacent road. Noise levels were generally very good, which meant very restful sleep and plenty of energy for festive activites! There are some great local touches too. We enjoyed a particularly good Sunday roast at the Ferryboat pub just down the road, and the newly opened Sainsbury’s in the village was incredibly convenient. Overall, this was the perfect place to spend Christmas. We would thoroughly recommend this stay to anyone, and we would absolutely stay again.
A beautiful cottage, clean with great amenities.
I’d definitely book again.
The Old Rectory is a very charming cottage in a lovely peaceful village.
It’s warm and cosy and quite spacious with ample room to relax. There are all the comforts of home, it has a modern beautiful bathroom. The beds are comfy. Lincoln is a couple of miles away and well worth a visit. I would recommend this cottage to anyone looking for an enjoyable break in a great location. Would definitely return
We found the property largely underwhelming.
Listed as 4 star but don't see how. Kitchen and bathroom adequate, but the rest of the property was lacking in comfort and finesse. Key safe located on gate to acccess side entry but no pathway and no lighting. Outdoor space was tired and uninspiring. Drawers & cupboards in main bedroom had replacement knobs with screws that stuck out 2 inches into the drawer, so for anyone who wasn't so alert risked cuts, grazes to skin or shredding clothing. It's an old property, I suspect listed status, so old windows, allowing the cold and damp to penetrate. Despite the heating being on constatntly it felt cold. There was a wood burning stove in the sitting room but only one solitary log, so not worth the effort.
Dear Paul, It’s such a shame we didn’t get to meet you, you sound such a ray of sunshine. If you don’t like old listed cottages don’t book to stay in them - Travel Lodge may be more up your street. It is exactly as it’s described on the listing which also has about 30 photos of it. We don’t have a path to the gate as it’s on the village green, it’s not our land. The place has 3ft thick walls and is incredibly warm with the heating on. If you were cold in the cottage with the heating on then I’d suggest you seek medical attention because something isn’t right! We are all very relieved though that you were alert enough not to chop your hands off in our vicious and dangerous drawers. Good grief, what a very odd thing to moan about.
A lovely characterful cottage, tastefully decorated and in a great location.
Very convenient for Lincoln. Very well equipped. Comfortable accommodation with a homely kitchen/ diner and warm and relaxing living room. Large comfortable bed and clean linen/towels. Good local amenities. Parking not an issue and neighbours friendly and helpful. Excellent communication from the owners. The only issue was the temperature regulator on the shower which was extremely stiff. Highly recommended.
There was everything you needed .
On first impressions it look nice and tidy , there was a smell coming from the kitchen it needed a good clean , also the back door needs alook at ,there was cob webs ever were also the skirting boards could do with a good clean has they was very dusty in places ,The bed was very comfortably also clean , the bathroom was nice apart from the bath,didnt have showers has when stood in bath didnt feel safe .
Dear Pamela, Thanks for taking the time to write a review of your stay. I’m glad you liked the bed and had everything you needed during your stay. I don’t know what the smell was in the kitchen (although I know it is always left clean)but I went round after your stay and I couldn’t smell anything. No one has mentioned anything about this before or after your stay. Sorry, we do sometimes get cobwebs at this time of year.
We had a really good short break staying in The Old Rectory.
Lovely cottage with everything we needed for a comfortable stay.
Beautiful property; well furnished with everything you might need for a comfortable stay.
Owners were extremely helpful and couldn’t do more for us. The cottage (it’s bigger than the word ‘cottage’ presumes!) is in a very pretty little spot with a fab pub/restaurant just a couple of minutes walk away, if that. Local facilities such as coop and a pharmacy are just 10 minutes walk away with take away options nearby too. Having said that, it’s very quiet and peaceful. Truly a great find!
The cottage was comfortably furnished and well equipped.
An outside drying line would be useful. The cottage is well place to explore the area
Lovely cottage with owners who provided great communication and attention to detail.
Perfect for exploring the local area.
Had the best time at this cottage.
Was absolutely beautiful felt very cozy and very homely. We would definitely come back again!
We really enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend.
The cottage was a real home from home, was very clean and we felt very comfortable during our stay. The welcome pack was a lovely gesture and the owners were extremely helpful and accommodating. The cottages location was perfect - a nice quiet location with a lovely private courtyard but within walking distance of a shop, a couple of pubs and a choice of takeaways. Parking was easy and we really enjoyed the walk from the cottage to Lincoln along the river.
Kitchen and pots were filthy, bedroom fine, garden not brilliant for dogs toileting and the dogs came home with flees which isn’t great
Dear Clare, This awful review comes as a massive surprise. I contacted you during your stay to make sure everything was alright and “all good here thanks” was the response. I have the message on my phone. As it happens I actually did the changeover before you arrived and so I know the kitchen was 100% not filthy. I don’t know what your/your dogs issue with our courtyard garden is, but it’s in plenty of pictures on our listing so it shouldn’t come as a surprise/disappointment. There’s also a large village green actually on the front doorstep!!Finally, we absolutely do not have fleas at our property. I’m sorry but if your dogs have fleas it has nothing to do with us. I’m now going to have to fumigate the whole house as you have potentially brought them in. If you had all these issues why not get in touch with me rather than just waiting over a week to write a horrible review online? Glad the bedroom was fine though
The cottage was in a great location, very comfortable bed and lovely liveable kitchen.
The garden needs attention it looks scruffy, garden furniture is rusted and outdoor cushions are stained and dirty. I think the shower may be faulty as it was impossible to managed the temperature and not get scalding hot water. There was no indication of which way was hot and which way cold and the dial kept sticking, I didn’t appreciate having a text from the owner half way through my stay asking for bins to be put out. This was clearly mentioned in the instructions in the cottage and so had no idea my mobile number had been shared.
We had a lovely stay.
The cottage is comfortable and well equipped. In a great position for Lincoln and surrounding towns such as Newark and Southwell. There are some lovely dog friendly country parks close by. The courtyard garden is functional but could do with a little tlc. Would definitely recommend this cottage.
This was our second stay at this lovely cottage which is so convenient for Lincoln, but in a quaint village not far outside.
It is very dog friendly and has a welcoming atmosphere. We'll definitely be back!
Perfect space for us over the weekend we stayed in Lincoln - quick access to the town, yet in a beautiful comfy cottage in a lovely village setting - great welcome pack provided and handy outdoor courtyard - recommended!
Lovely cottage with a courtyard garden in a quiet village close to Lincoln.
Good pub 2 minutes walk away and a great location for exploring the area. We had a very enjoyable week there with our dog
We had the most lovely stay at the Old Rectory.
Perfect location. Quiet and relaxing. Friendly neighbors. Great local pub. Top Stay
Stayed at The Old Rectory Cottage for easy access of Lincoln for events I was attending.
The accommodations was of a very high standard, loved the outside patio space for our dog. Two pubs in very close proximity and although I did not use, when walking past both were busy. Local take away shops and local Co-Op so everything required if you did not want to travel into Lincoln.
Lovely cottage in a gorgeous location.
The property was very well equipped and comfortable and the welcome hamper was a nice touch. We enjoyed seeing Lincoln and the Wolds. We hope to return for another break in the future.
Great place to stay.
Fabulous kitchen facilities, gorgeous new bathroom. Spacious rooms with a great heating system including wood burning fire. Lovely quiet village with great walks on the river. Ferry boat pub/restaurant, a short walk away is a dog friendly and human friendly place to visit.
A beautiful cottage.
It was like a home away from home. We came away for a few days to escape the chaos of Christmas and it was perfect.
We had a lovely stay cottage was perfect.
We had a really nice break at the rectory.
Very comfortable and extremely clean. Great location to bob on the bus into Lincoln.
Wonderful, cosy, property in a quiet location but close enough to the city centre and surrounding areas to enjoy all they have to offer.
The village itself has a takeaway, two pubs with shops not too far away for provisions. The house is gorgeous, cosy, beautifully decorated, clean and well equipped. The courtyard garden with festoon lighting is magical, even on cold nights! There’s always the multi fuel burner to warm back up in front of. Adults, kids and dogs alike here recommend this house for a relaxing break. Owner is friendly and helpful - 10 out of 10!
Wow!
What a treat to stay in Old Rectory Cottage! So much thought has gone into keeping it homely ... from the welcome pack to the water bowl for the dogs. We look forward to returning; we stay in a lot of pet friendly cottages all over the UK and this is definitely up there in the top 3
It was a lovely place to stay, very secure and quite.
We are very likely to stay there again
Thank you, this was a lovely home, beautifully decorated with lots of character.
Was also lovely it had a secluded outdoor sitting space which we used a lot. It was very convenient to get to Lincoln and other places of interest- thank you 10/10.
A really lovely cottage where we had a great holiday.
Very clean, well equipped and comfortable. The village is very nice and it's so handy for Lincoln. Would definitely recommend.
We had a super holiday in Washingborough thanks in large to the fabulous accommodation and it's lovely location in a historic village.
There were a couple of occasions where we had to contact the owner for help - the whereabouts of the thermostat and the fuse box and both times Ian was very helpful and responsive. We definitely recommend The Rectory to anyone!
Very nice property, and very nice area, Any "faults" were either because of our choice - no downstairs toilet - or nothing to do with the house - poor weather.
We would strongly recommend this cottage to anyone who pays attention to what it says it is offering. bert moorhouse Glasgow
We had a delightful stay over Easter at this charming cottage.
It exceeded our expectations, starting with a well-equipped kitchen, to the very comfortable beds. The interior was stylishly decorated, blending modern with rustic charm. The courtyard garden is more spacious than photos suggest and became our private suntrap. The location is ideal. Nestled on the village green next to the church. And we were only a 2-minute walk from a very friendly local pub where we enjoyed some great meals and even took part in the quiz night. Accessibility to Lincoln was easy. We walked along the river, and the surrounding area offered plenty of walking routes, including a trip to Mablethorpe and Skegness. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a peaceful retreat with easy access to local attractions and nature.
lovely cottage, great setting , had a fantastic week the neighbours were really friendly and welcoming.
Lovely welcoming pack. Dog loved her bed either in the kitchen( underfloor heating) or net to radiator in sitting room. Must have been luxury for her as only heat at home is log burner. The shower was great, but seemed to know one temperature, very hot too very very hot but it was workable if you were quick. Had a relaxing time and explored a county I had previously just driven through. would recommend the Old Rectory to any dog holiday travellers. Thank you.
Lovely Cottage ideally located at a great price Red Arrows flying around most days 2 Pubs, Chinese, Pizza/Burger joint.
Co-Op locally Plenty dog walks around local area Lovely welcome pack on arrival Lincoln only 10 mins away
We had a most enjoyable stay in this very comfortable and well-equipped cottage situated in very pleasant surroundings and within easy reach of Lincoln.
We really appreciated the thoughtful ‘Welcome’ basket, milk and drinks on arrival. The Ferryboat pub is well worth a visit; good food at very reasonable prices.
This was my second stay.
I returned for a week as my prior long weekend stay was too short. It’s a really lovely dog friendly cottage with lots of home comforts in a very historic part of the country. The Washingborough Hall Hotel around the corner has a lovely restaurant and it’s worth trying to book a table there when visiting. I shall no doubt be returning to stay at this cottage.
The cottage is beautiful very comfortable and cosy especially with the log burner and the Christmas tree lit up in the evenings.
The welcome pack much appreciated. We spent three days in Lincoln. The restaurant in the cathedral is very good. The bus in the high street takes a few minutes and straight into the city. We couldn’t walk the river path due to flooding so will have to come back to do that. The ferry boat pub and the butcher and beast pub in the next village also very good. Lovely relaxing week away thank you
lovely cottage in a peaceful picturesque location, very cosy and comfortable plenty of walks within easy reach of the property, nice touch with the welcome goodie box, much appreciated.
Well equiped kitchen with all that you need. We enjoyed our stay very much.The only negative was the shower, unless we were missing something obvious, but we could not get any cold water , the control would not regulate so the water was piping hot,and if we are being really picky the locks on the kitchen door were sometimes a little tricky to unlock. All in all though it was a wonderful stay. Thank you.
Hi Steven, Thanks for taking the time to review your stay with us. We are very pleased that you had an enjoyable stay. Apologies you struggled with the shower controls though, I wish you had just given me a call. The middle of the 3 dials controls the temperature. Turn to the left for hot and to the right for cold. I’ve been and checked since seeing this review and all works as it should. Thanks again for staying with us and we hope to welcome you back sometime. Kind regards, Ian & Lorna
Lovely relaxing cottage, peaceful and cozy.
Such a pretty view out to the front of the cottage but also very private. Lovely and warm and so much character. Easy to park outside and a lovely village so close to Lincoln. The perfect place to go back to after after a nice day out.
Our second stay at this property, couldn’t fault it
We stayed here in late September.
This cottage is fabulous and had everything we needed, from modern appliances, comfortable furnishings to lovely welcome goodies that made us and our dog feel welcome. Ideally located near a great local pub, the Ferryboat , a beautiful restaurant at the Washingborough Hall Hotel and a handy Co-op supermarket a 5 minute drive away. You also get a daily bonus of the Red Arrows on training flight fly-bys.
Comfortable, homely and thoughtfully furnished cottage.
Plenty of kitchen ware and crockery. Welcome pack and fizz appreciated as was the availability of everyday kitchen items. Parking nearby no problem in this friendly large village. A few shops and a very pleasant pub serving reasonable food all within walking distance. A great place to stay in a very convenient location for exploring Lincoln and the surrounding area.
We absolutely loved staying in this amazing cottage, it really was a home from home!
It has been furnished beautifully and comfortably. There was also a surprise box of kind treats left for us and our 2 cocker spaniels. The cottage offered everything that you could possibly need and was in such a convenient location. We were blessed with a lovely sunny week and so especially loved the patio area for eating outside. We had many walks (and runs) along the waterway path into Lincoln and visited many of the surrounding beaches and castles. Our 2 pups also loved their stay! The village is a lovely place and everyone was so friendly. Thank you so much, we will be back!
This is a lovely cottage, we were a party of 4 adults, 1 toddler and 3 dogs and contrary to other postings, this house is more than large enough to comfortably accommodate a group of that size.
The house is very well equipped and decorated with style, the welcome pack was generous and we really couldn't have wanted anything else for our stay. We called into the Ferry Boat a couple of times which is a lovely pub and we also quite easily walked into Lincoln along the cycle path. We'll definitely return here.
This is a lovely cottage, there are good aspects of it, some excellent but also some not so good.
It is beautiful to look at, well positioned and in a great location. Everything we needed was close by. Like another review, we also had difficulty getting in when we arrived and as it was raining hard it was annoying. The key safe box is really stiff and trying to get the gate open was awkward only to realise the lock doesn't catch so it wasn't locked anyway! The rooms are well laid out, the kitchen is extremely well equipped, lovely big fridge, big enough freezer. T-towels, dishwasher tablets, washing up liquid the list of what is provided for goes on. And the welcome box was a lovely bonus. Lounge was great, very relaxing, cozy with two dogs but other than sit and watch TV with a cuppa or G&T what else do you need. We found the house a bit chilly and felt damp on arrival but maybe had been empty previous to us being there, put the heating on and warmed up eventually. Upstairs, lovely big bedroom (we didn't use the other one), bed really comfy. We couldn't get the TV to work upstairs as there wasn't a signal which was a bit odd. There were a couple of not so good bits, the bathroom tiles were a bit grim with black mould in the grouting, you can actually see it in the photos but don't realise until you get in the shower. The bathroom blind broke and had to stay down for our stay. The most disappointing bit is the outside, the enclosed garden is just the courtyard, we had expected as it was dog friendly that we would have a grass area where we could let the dogs into and as ours won't "go" on the patio we had to take them out on leads to the front for their toilets. I should have realised when I read the listing so I take responsibility for this but just offering as a warning to others if they have fussy dogs. I didn't like the view from the courtyard which is of a rough old bit of land looking at a run down building with broken windows, a higher fence or something would take the edge of that eyesore.
Hi Leanne, Thanks very much for taking the time to leave such a detailed review of your stay with us. We are so pleased you appreciated all the location, facilities, the comfort and all the added extras we provide for your stay. There are a couple of things I think it would be helpful for me to respond to. Firstly, I’ve been over to check the key safe and it worked perfectly for me first time. Sorry if you struggled with it. Old Rectory Cottage is located at the heart of the village, in a conservation area, it’s almost 300 yrs old and it grade 2 listed. So are the properties surrounding us, including the stone barn you called an eyesore. We think it’s rather charming and certainly a better view than a big fence that would block out the sun. Whilst our cottage may be old, it’s certainly not damp. As it’s summer I can see from the Nest thermostat the interior temp has been at least 18 degrees (usually more) the last couple of months and so the heating has rarely been on. When you put it on it was upto over 20 degrees in less than an hour and the thick stone walls keep the heat in! Lastly the grout in the shower started off as grey and has slowly turned much darker grey with use where it gets water on it, it’s just discoloured. It’s definitely not mould, if it was, we could easily remove it. Sorry if this impacted on your stay. Kind regards, Ian & Lorna
Smaller than expected downstairs for 4 adults and 3 dogs but well equipped with everything you would need for your stay, Upstairs was stylish the beds were very comfortable although only one bathroom it was big and the shower was good.
Small courtyard great for sitting out on a summer’s evening listening to the swallows.
Hi Louise, We are glad you found our cottage so stylish and comfortable. We have worked very hard to make sure everyone enjoys their stay with us. We are disappointed you found the place small though, we hoped the 43 pictures of the property would give guests a pretty thorough overview of the place. Whilst the words of this review sound pretty positive, your miserable scoring of your stay has dropped our overall score down drastically, which is so unfair and upsetting. You even gave us 10/10 for how happy you were with your stay then scores of 50% for facilities and listing accuracy?? Just seems very unfair and inaccurate. We accept 3 dogs to help people out as we have 3 dogs ourselves (collies so not small) and understand it’s difficult to find suitable accommodation if we go away. The lounge has sofas for 6 people and the kitchen table seats 6, so we are at a bit of a loss to understand how much more space you would require for 4 adults. Glad you enjoyed your stay, but very sad your scores don’t reflect that. Ian & Lorna
I had another lovely stay at The Old Rectory.
The location is delightful, pretty and quaint part of the village. The house itself is comfortable and decorated in a really suitable modern manner, I love that it's dog friendly, the host is very helpful and overall I couldn't fault the house or the area. A lovely spot for an easy stay.
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Hi Keith, We are so pleased you had a great stay with us. We hope to welcome you back again soon. All the best, Ian & Lorna
We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful cottage, it was very well equipped and homely.
We will definitely return
A lovely full welcome pack ,welcomed us.
Even Marley ,our Dog catered for . A beautiful and comfortable cottage, in a fantastic location,near the church. The only slight gripe was that all four of our party felt the bed pillows were rather hard. Perhaps a choice of softer pillows would remedy. Overall a fantastic cottage, in lovely settings
Hi Steve, Thanks so much for taking the time to leave us such a nice review of the cottage and your stay with us. The feedback on the pillows is very much appreciated and we will swap out 4 of them for a softer option to try and cater for all preferences. Our aim is to make the place as comfortable as possible, so hopefully that should do the trick. Thanks again and we would love to welcome you back again sometime. All the best, Ian & Lorna
Fantastic cottage, location and such friendly neighbours and everyone spoke too.
It made our stay one to remember and will recommend to all our friends. Thank you
Hi Keith, Many thanks for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review of your stay. We are so pleased you had such a memorable trip, it’s really satisfying for us to hear such great feedback. We would love to welcome you back again next time you are over this way. All the best, Ian & Lorna
Lovely cottage with everything you could want.
Generous welcome back so thank you so much. Only issue we had was controlling the shower temperature as whatever we did the water remained hot. Other than this I would highly recommend and had a great stay
Hi Steven, Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review. We were thrilled to hear both online and in the guest book that you had a great stay. The shower is a bit of a puzzler for us as the previous review mentions how well it worked and we checked it was working as soon as we read your feedback, along with checking with the guests staying after you and there were no issues. We are so sorry you had an issue using it, we would always encourage guests to contact us about any problems during their stay as it is our absolute priority to ensure all guests are as comfortable as possible. Best wishes, Ian & Lorna :-)
Enjoyed our stay at the old Rectory, decorated to a high standard and in a great location.
It took a short while to work out how to get in (through the gate and two locks on the kitchen door) and when it snowed/rained it was a bit squelchy underfoot near the gate. Large comfortable sofas, just a tad too low for our old knees! Bed very comfortable indeed and the shower worked very well. Constantly having to straighten the lounge rug under the coffee table, it wrinkled at the slightest movement. The welcome box had some great things in it, much appreciated. The heating worked very well with a Nest thermostat in the kitchen which mostly tracked our needs. We mostly ate out but cooked a little on the very large complicated range which we never found the instructions for but managed to work out. The wifi was mostly reliable although we noticed it restarted a couple of times during our stay. The cottage yard was very dog friendly and no doubt is a lovely suntrap in the summer months.
Hi Ian, Many thanks for leaving such a thorough review of your stay with us. We are so pleased you had a comfortable stay. We are sorry you found the cooker complicated, it is a gas hob and electric oven and there are details on each dial but we will check if further instructions may be helpful. Thanks again, best wishes, Ian & Lorna
Great property.
Nice touches for dog owners too, my wife loved the lead hanger and coat hooks. Thank you, the property is a credit to you and we couldn’t fault our stay.
Hi James, Thanks so much for taking the time to leave us such a great review, we really appreciate it. We have 2 dogs ourselves so love to be able to provide the little extra touches that we would love if we were to go and stay in a holiday cottage. We are very grateful for the high praise and woud love to welcome you back anytime in the future. All the best, Ian & Lorna :-)
Beautiful place , the property and the village , perfect location ,so close to Lincoln, had a wonderful relaxed weekend.
Will be booking again .
Hi Jane, Thank you for leaving us such a lovely review, we really appreciate it. Great to hear you found it so relaxing, but all within a stones throw of Lincoln. We would love to welcome you back again next time you are in the area. Best wishes, Ian & Lorna :-)
Absolutely delightful cottage - we felt very comfortable and welcomed.
Nice big rooms and excellent kitchen which was well kitted out and with a big range cooker. Thoughtful and generous welcome pack, and great that it is dog-friendly - we really appreciate being able to stay in such a lovely home with our dog. Excellent location only 3 miles from Lincoln and good facilities in the village (Co-Op, chemist, 2 pubs, hotel and a few takeaways). We had a meal from the Chinese which was really good. We will definitely return - holiday cottages this good are hard to find.
Hi Jane, Wow... we are so thrilled to get such a glowing and thorough review. We are really pleased that you enjoyed your stay and made to most of the local facilities as well. We would love to welcome you back for another stay next time you visit the area. Thanks again for taking the time to leave us this review. All the best, Ian & Lorna :-)
We spent a wonderful Christmas at Old Rectory Cottage !
The cottage, the village and area are all lovely. The pub, the chip shop & the Chinese were all very good and easy access to a well stocked Co-op. It was lovely to have a real Christmas tree at the cottage which is very comfortable with attention to detail to everything that is needed, very comfortable beds and a lovely welcome hamper and even a special Christmas present for my dog. Thank you, would definitely recommend a visit!
Hi Jane, We are so pleased that you all enjoyed your Christmas stay with us. We love a real Christmas tree and wanted our guests to have one too...not to mention the fantastic Village Xmas tree right outside the cottage on the green. We always felt very festive pulling up to the place! It's always great to hear you enjoyed the local amenities and that you would recommend us as a place to stay. Best wishes, Ian & Lorna
Delightful week spent in this cottage.
Would definitely recommend. Nice walk into Lincoln along the canal took around 45 minutes. Joined in weekly quiz at the local pub - Ferry boat. Cottage was well equipped and comfortable. Wanted to book again for next year but sadly the price for the same week has now doubled.
Dear Marcel & Sarah, it’s so nice to hear that you found the cottage delightful, we were lucky enough to live there for 8 years so we totally agree with you!! It’s also great to hear you would love to return, we would love to welcome you back again. I believe the week you are looking at will be more expensive because it’s the Lincoln Christmas Market that weekend this year, which attracts over 200,000 visitors to The area. This means that accommodation is in very high demand and therefore a bit more expensive, although we still feel the cottage offers great value for money in comparison to local hotels etc Thanks again for such a lovely review of your stay. Kind regards, Ian & Lorna
A lovely place in a great location with friendly owners.
Dear Sean, thanks for taking the time to write a review of your stay with us. We are so pleased that you like the place and got to enjoy the local area as well. We would love to welcome you back in the future. All the best, Ian & Lorna
Loved this cottage!
It was spotless, had everything you could possibly want, well situated and very cosy. The owners were helpful and friendly without being obtrusive in any way. We loved it so much, we will be looking to book again for March. Thanks Ian and Laura!!
Thanks Amanda for taking the time to write such a lovely review after your stay with us. We are so pleased that you enjoyed the place and we would love to welcome you back again when you next visit the area. All the best, Ian & Lorna :-)
We had a lovely week staying at The Rectory, the cottage is beautiful, comfortable and well equipped - the owners have thought of everything to make it ‘home from home.
’ The welcome hamper was lovely, including the treats for our dog! The location was perfect for us, close to amenities, Lincoln itself, and The Wolds where we had some fabulous dog walks. We can’t fault anything about our stay and in relation to a couple of very minor issues (which didn’t affect us in any way) Ian and Lorna were at the end of the phone and popped over to sort them out. They clearly have put a lot of time and effort into making the cottage so comfortable and are genuinely keen to ensure guests have a lovely break - we did and would highly recommend to anyone! Thank you so much. Jacs, Ady and Ed the dog
Dear Jacs, Ady & the beautiful Ed, so nice to meet you all. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a wonderful and comprehensive review of your stay with us, we really appreciate it. It’s lovely to hear you had such a nice time both in the cottage and with all there is to do in the local area. We would love to welcome you all back anytime in the future. All the best, Ian & Lorna :-)
Wonderful location.
Great restaurant 3 minuets away and great pub 1 minute away. Very quiet.
Dear Bernie, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a good review. We are so pleased you enjoyed the local area and a meal at Washingborough Hall, the food there really is fantastic, we are hoping to get in there again soon! All the best, Ian & Lorna
Really lovely property.
Please leave some instructions on heating as we couldn't get it working for the first 3 days! The plug in the bathroom is broken and so you couldn't push it down to block the sink - a huge waste of water! Also 2 door handles were broken in the property. The welcome hamper was delightful and very thoughtful.
We are saddened and quite frustrated by this review as not only is it the first we have heard about any issue during their stay, but it has also been written by someone who booked the stay, but didn't come, so they haven't seen or even set foot in the property. We have worked really hard to make and keep this place as comfy, warm and welcoming as possible and this can be attested to by all our other reviews. I actually met the first couple out of the group who arrived and I showed them round, showed them the heating thermostat that you either push up for warmer, down for cooler and pointed them in the direction of all the info in the information pack. This not only contains the heating instructions (on the front page) but also the contact numbers for myself and my wife, that I said they should use if they needed any more help/info/any issues. For this to be the first we, or Sykes hear about not being able to operate the heating is frustrating as I would have been straight over to help given the opportunity, we would hate for guests not to be as comfortable as possible. Thanks for bringing the sink plug and door handle to our attention, these have both now been fixed. Best wishes Ian & Lorna
Beautiful cottage in lovely location
Hi Christine, Thank you so much for taking the time to review your stay with us and for giving us top marks :-) We are so pleased you enjoyed the cottage and the surrounding area. We would love to welcome you back again anytime in the future. All the best Ian & Lorna
Decided on short notice to take a little break with my friends and stumbled upon this little gem.
.Quaint ..Quiet...Quality..! There is a little pub just down hill a little.. staff so so friendly ..take out food at bottom of road ..ideal location for the town ..I could go and on...the owners truely have thought of everything...even down to a little welcome hamper...if you looking for peace and relaxiation with everything on hand look no further...!!
Hi Catherine, Thank you so much for taking the time to write this wonderful review of your stay with us. We are so pleased you enjoyed your break away and that you got to enjoy all that Washingborough and Lincoln have to offer on your doorstep. We really did try to set it up as somewhere we would be thrilled to turn up to, so we were over the moon to read that you felt we had achieved this :-) Thanks again and we would love to welcome you back anytime. All the best Ian & Lorna
Beautiful property which is stylishly furnished throughout.
It is exceptionally well kitted out - there was nothing we were left wanting for! We loved the courtyard to sit out in and the surrounding area was lovely.
Hi Jodi, Thanks very much for your lovely review of your stay with us at Old Rectory Cottage. We are so pleased you enjoyed the courtyard, its such a sun trap and a great place to relax. Thanks again for taking the time to writew a review, we really appreciate it. All the best, Ian & Lorna
We had a lovely stay at Rectory Cottage.
It couldn’t have been more comfortable, everything we could have needed was there. The cottage was very stylish and well positioned. The neighbours were very friendly, and we knew that it would have been easy to contact our hosts should there have been any problems. We would definitely like to return to Rectory Cottage in the near future.
Hi Claire, Many thanks for taking the time to review your stay with us, we are so pleased you enjoyed your time at the cottage. Our neighbours thought it was lovely to meet you both too and they are looking forward to your return! Drinks on the village green!! Thanks again and we hope to welcome you back again soon. Best wishes Ian & Lorna
Old Rectory Cottage is a lovely well presented and welcoming property in a perfect location for country walks and yet with easy access to Lincoln.
We would love to revisit.
Dear John, many thanks for taking the time to review your recent stay with us, we really appreciate it. It was lovely to meet you all and we would love to welcome you back when you next visit the area. All the best, Ian & Lorna :-)
Gorgeous , well equipped and tastefully furnished cottage with a beautiful courtyard garden.
The village has two pubs , one serves food, which was lovely and very friendly. Local Co -Op a short walk away.Handy for touring around ,you can walk or cycle to Lincoln along the river pathway , takes about 40 mins walking . Lots of lovely parks to visit and nice villages of interest nearby. Owners very quick at responding to enquiries.
Dear Julie & Ken, we are so pleased you enjoyed your week with us. Thanks for taking the time to write this lovely review and for all your feedback, we really appreciate it. All the best, Ian & Lorna :-)
Can’t praise or hosts Ian & Lorna enough for the amazing presentation of their wonderful property.
They have truly thought of everything to help you enjoy your experience here. Old Rectory cottage has everything & more to help you relax and enjoy your holiday. The location is perfect for exploring Lincoln and the surrounding countryside. Bars serving food only minutes walk away if you don’t want to cook. 100% we will be back.
Thanks so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review of your stay, we are so pleased you enjoyed your time at Old Rectory Cottage and would love to welcome you back again in the future. Best wishes, Ian & Lorna :-)
Good to know
House Rules
Good housekeeping bond
This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250
Smoking
Not permitted
Stay Information
Check-in / Check-out
15:00 / 10:00
Property ref
1092235
Parking
Road Side
Guest & Pet Policy
Pets
Allowed
Children
Not accepted