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Punting on the river Cam - Cambridge

Middle England is a region with both a varied landscape and a famous history. From the Derbyshire Dales in the west, through Robin Hood country at Nottingham, the Wolds and seaside resorts of Lincolnshire in the East to Northamptonshire in the South, the region is packed with many interesting towns and villages.

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Rent a holiday cottage in Middle England, where unexpected charms quietly beckon you. However you want to spend your holiday or break, this is an area with so much to offer - from Cambridgeshire in the south, Lincolnshire in the east through to Nottinghamshire in the north. Make it your holiday haven today and go in search of Robin Hood in Sherwood Forest, explore Lincoln's vibrant waterfront district, punt along the Backs in Cambridge or discover sleepy villages and impressive stately homes in Northamptonshire.
From cottages in Lincolnshire you'll find the coast offers many clean, sandy beaches at places like Skegness and Mablethorpe, while a little further north you can embrace the wonders of the Wolds - on of Britain's official Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

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23408 The Barn, Dunstan Farm - Sleeps 4 - Gringley-on-the-Hill.
The Barn, Dunstan Farm - Prop Ref 23408 - Holiday Cottages -  Gringley-on-the-Hill - Click for more information about The Barn, Dunstan Farm and make a booking
This attractive detached barn has been converted retaining many original features with the lounge on the first floor to take advantage of the views. Situated in the grounds of the owner's home next to the Chesterfield canal, the Barn provides the perfect base to tour all of middle England and is just 6 miles from Gainsborough with its fine Old Hall, 7 miles from Bawtry, and 9 miles from Retford. This is Pilgrim Father country and is on the Mayflower Trail. Shops 4 miles, pub 1 mile.

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RHH5 The Crooked Billet - sleeps 5
Empingham, Oakham, Leics.
 The Crooked Billet - Prop Ref RHH5 - Holiday Cottages -  Empingham, Oakham, Leicestershire - Click for more information about The Crooked Billet and make a booking

This attractive 200-year-old thatched, adjoining cottage is situated in the popular and pretty village of Empingham. Sympathetically restored to a high standard, the cottage has retained many of the original features and is heavily beamed. With its own attractive garden, this property is an ideal base from which to explore all this undiscovered region has to offer. Empingham itself boasts an excellent pub and is set close to the south shore of Rutland Water, with many activities such as fishing, cycling, sailing and windsurfing. The ancient towns of Stamford, Uppingham and Oakham are all within a 5-mile radius. Shop and pub ½ mile.

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18761 Sunnyside Cottage - Sleeps 4 - Littleport 
Sunnyside Cottage - Prop Ref 18761 - Holiday Cottages -  Littleport - Click for more information about Sunnyside Cottage and make a booking
This bright and airy, cosy, renovated cottage provides an ideal holiday base near to the cities of Ely and Cambridge, famous for their cathedrals, architecture, colleges, art galleries shops, pubs and restaurants. It is a short walk to the River Great Ouse with fishing and a riverside pub. Newmarket, Thetford Forest and Norfolk Coast all within 20 miles. Visit the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust reserve at Welney. Excellent rail links to Cambridge and London. Shops 600 yards, pub 150 yards.

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5193 Somercotes - Sleeps 4 - Sutterton, near Boston
Somercotes - Prop Ref 5193 - Holiday Cottages -  Sutterton, Boston - Click for more information about Somercotes and make a booking
Situated in its own large garden in the village of Sutterton in South Lincolnshire, between Boston and Spalding. This detached bungalow makes a fine base for exploring Lincolnshire and East Anglia. Boston 6 miles, with its famous parish church, has strong links with the Pilgrim Fathers. Spalding is noted for its bulbs and Spring Flower Festival. The whole area offers good fishing and bird watching, and is full of interest to gardeners. Country inn/restaurant 400 yards, shop and post office 700 yards.

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6780 Lilac Cottage - Sleeps 4
Mavis Enderby, near Spilsby.
Lilac Cottage - Prop Ref 6780 - Holiday Cottages - Mavis Enderby, Spilsby - Click for more information about Lilac Cottage and make a booking
One of a pretty pair of semi-detached cottages, offering good standard accommodation, in a secluded tree-edged garden on the owner's 200 acre farm on the edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds, 1/2 mile from public road, down our private tarmac drive, it overlooks a wooded valley near the Snipe Dales Country Park and nature reserve. Within easy reach of Bolingbroke Castle and local aviation museum. Spilsby is 3 miles, the Wold's capital of Louth is 15 miles, the beaches of Skegness and the cathedral city of Lincoln are both around 20 mile's drive, and the historic market town of Boston is 16 miles. Shop 2 miles, pub 1½ miles.

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17117 The Thatch - Sleeps 4 - Nassington, near Stamford
The Thatch - Prop Ref 17117 - Holiday Cottages -  Hassington, Stamford - Click for more information about The Thatch and make a booking
This attractive 18th century Grade II listed thatched cottage is situated in the pretty village of Nassington, perfectly situated to visit Rutland Water, for bird watching, fishing, watersports and cycling. Take a trip aboard the Rutland Belle Cruiser, visit Egleton Nature Reserve or Barnsdale Gardens. Towns and villages abound such as Oundle, Stamford and Oakham, and country pubs serving real ale. Shop 100 yards, pub 200 yards, restaurant 250 yards.

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23072 Twenty - Sleeps 6 - Sutton-on-Sea, Mablethorpe.
Twenty - Prop Ref 23072 - Holiday Cottages -  Sutton-on-Sea, Mablethorp - Click for more information about Twenty and make a booking
This large, double fronted Victorian house is situated in the pretty coastal town of Sutton-on-Sea just 2 minutes walk from the beach. With its own garden and games room, it provides the ideal base for any family wishing to explore. Mablethorpe, just 4 miles has `Kids Adventure World' ideal visit for those wet days whilst Skegness just 12 miles, has entertainments for all ages with Europe's biggest classic ferris wheel, Hardy's animal farm and Natureland Seal Sanctuary to name a few. Lincolnshire Wolds, 10 miles. Links golf course 1 mile. Shops and pub 100 yards.

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19717 The Thatched Cottage - Sleeps 6
Thimbleby, Horncastle, Lincolnshire. 
The Thatched Cottage - Prop Ref 19717 - Holiday Cottages -  Thimbleby, Horncastle, Lincolnshire - Click for more information about The Thatched Cottage and make a booking
This detached thatched cottage, part of which originates from the 17th century is situated down a quiet lane and enjoys open views over surrounding countryside. The village of Thimbleby with its main street of thatched cottages lies just 11/2 miles from the town of Horncastle, which is the gateway to the Lincolnshire Wolds. Woodhall Spa with park, outdoor swimming pool, golf club and home of the National Golf Union is just 6 miles. Coningsby, 8 miles. Pub 1/2 mile, shops 11/2 miles.

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RY5 The Old Village Hall - Sleeps 6
Hareby, Nr Spilsby, Lincolnshire.
The Old Village Hall - Prop Ref RY5 - Holiday Cottages -  Hareby, Spilsby, Lincolnshire - Click for more information about The Old Village Hall and make a booking 
Set in the pretty hamlet of Hareby overlooking scenic Wolds countryside, this charming building has been lovingly converted to provide excellent accommodation. The detached property retains all the character and charm that make it such an interesting place to stay, and at the same time offers guests a full complement of modern amenities. A perfect base for exploring all that this scenic area has to offer with super walks along quiet country lanes. Ideal also for cycling and horse riding enthusiasts. Hareby Equestrian, Bolingbroke Castle 1 mile, Snipe Dales Nature Reserve 3 miles, East Kirkby Aviation museum 5 miles, Horncastle antiques 7 miles. Georgian market town of Louth 15 miles. Explore the WWII Bomber Trails or follow in the footsteps of Tennyson. Lincoln city and its beautiful cathedral, and the coastal resort of Skegness are within easy reach.

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REE6 Paddock View - Sleeps 4 - Horbling, Nr Sleaford.
Paddock View - Prop Ref REE6 - Holiday Cottages - Horbling, Sleaford - Click for more information about Paddock View and make a booking
Set on the owners' non-working farm in the pretty village of Horbling, this spacious detached farmhouse and barn conversion are situated in the heart of the Fens, making an ideal touring base for visiting the area's wealth of historic attractions. Abbotts' Farm (Ref RI2) has been refurbished to provide comfortable family accommodation while sympathetically retaining many of its original features, including exposed woodwork, an ornate cornice in the dining room and a traditional farmhouse-style kitchen furnished with period furniture. There is a second sitting room, a well-stocked library and huge video and DVD collection (including latest releases), providing plenty of entertainment for everyone. Outside is a front patio with dining furniture and barbecue, and a large, private, rear lawned garden with apple, pear and plum trees, as well as gooseberries which guests are welcome to pick in season. Paddock View (Ref REE6) offers `upside-down' style accommodation for a group of four. The flat fenlands make ideal walking and cycling country, an excellent way to view the landscape with its rich farmlands, huge skies and wonderful sunsets; lovely walks can be enjoyed from the doorstep, while those with a passion for golf, fishing or horse riding will find ample facilities nearby. Within easy driving distance a wealth of interesting places can be discovered, including the delightful old towns of Uppingham, Oakham and Stamford, full of beautiful mellow stone buildings. On the edge of Stamford stands Burleigh House, one of England's greatest Elizabethan houses. Nearby Spalding is an attractive, Dutch-influenced town and centre of the flower-bulb industry, where the Springfields show gardens and the annual flower festival in May are popular attractions. Other places well worth a visit are the splendid medieval Tattershall Castle (NT), Belton House and Coningsby, noted for its huge one-handed church clock, and also the home of the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight. One of the landmarks of the Fens is the magnificent octagonal lantern tower of St Botolph's Church in Boston, which greets visitors from miles around. Good pub ½ mile in Billingborough, or 300 yards in village.

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     23763 Skylark - Sleeps 2 - images - Check availability
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Mattersey, near Doncaster.
Superb views
These attractive cottages have been lovingly converted from former farm buildings and form a courtyard of 7 cottages in total next to the owners working arable farm. All retain many original features and each provides their own unique accommodation whilst being furnished to a very good standard. Situated deep in the beautiful countryside, Mattersey is set within 45 minutes from the cathedral cities of both York and Lincoln, along with Sheffield and Nottingham so provides the perfect base to tour all middle England has to offer. Just a few miles from Gainsborough with its fine Old Hall, just 7 miles from Bawtry and just 9 from Retford. This is Pilgrim Father Country and is on the Mayflower Trail. Clumber Park, Epworth (home of Wesley's) and Rotherham with excellent Magna Science Adventure Centre, are a comfortable drive. There are super walks on your doorstep and each cottage boasts its own sitting out area. Shop and pub ¾ mile.

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RJJ5 The Old Red Lion - Sleeps 5 - Wentworth, Ely, Cambs.
Prop Ref RJJ5_The_Old_Red_Lion - Holiday Cottages in Middle England - Click for more information about this property
Enjoying an ideal location down a quiet country lane in a picturesque fens village, this very comfortable, spacious detached cottage has views over open countryside to the front. Once the village pub, it is well positioned to explore the delights of the cathedral city of Ely (4 miles) with attractive river walks, good selection of shops, pubs and restaurants. Newmarket (16 miles) for racing, and historic Cambridge (16 miles) with famous attractions such as punting on the River Cam, Botanic Gardens and museums, make for good visits - returning to the peace and tranquillity of the delightful, sunny, south-facing garden.

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10616 Auraceria House - Sleeps 8 - Wrangle, Lincolnshire coast.
Auraceria House - Prop Ref 10616 - Holiday Cottages -  Wrangle, Lincolnshire Coast - Click for more information about Auraceria House and make a booking

This characterful, comfortable Victorian farmhouse is set in formal gardens on the owner's quiet arable farm. It is very secluded, and has a stocked fishing pond, and walks to the marsh. Boston 10 miles. Skegness 20 minute drive and Mablethorpe 40 minute drive. Restaurant 1/2 mile. Shop and pub 1½ miles.

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90029 Crooked House Sleeps 4 - Littleport, near Ely
Crooked House - Prop Ref 19244 - Holiday Cottages -  Littleport, Ely - Click for more information about Crooked House and make a booking
Dating from the 1830s, this cosy, detached cottage is enclosed (shown from rear in photo) and has been sympathetically restored, carefully furnished and well-equipped. Overlooking farmland, adjacent to the River Great Ouse, it is just off the main A10 to Littleport 2 miles, boat hire available. Ely, 7 miles. Cambridge, Newmarket, Thetford Forest and North Norfolk Coast, all within 20 miles. Air shows at RAF Mildenhall and Duxford War Museum (dates on request), within 20 minutes'' drive. Shops and pubs 2 miles.

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23072 Twenty - Sleeps 6 - Sutton-on-Sea, Mablethorpe
This large, double fronted Victorian house is situated in the pretty coastal town of Sutton-on-Sea just 2 minutes walk from the beach. With its own garden and games room, it provides the ideal base for any family wishing to explore. Mablethorpe, just 4 miles has `Kids Adventure World' ideal visit for those wet days whilst Skegness just 12 miles, has entertainments for all ages with Europe's biggest classic ferris wheel, Hardy's animal farm and Natureland Seal Sanctuary to name a few. Lincolnshire Wolds, 10 miles. Links golf course 1 mile. Shops and pub 100 yards.

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23041 Manor Barn - Sleeps 8 - Friskney, Boston
Manor Barn - Prop Ref 23041 - Holiday Cottages -  Friskney, Boston - Click for more information about Manor Barn and make a booking
Shared indoor heated swimming pool
This large detached converted barn has been sympathetically and lovingly converted retaining many original beams, wooden floors and exposed stonework. Set within a lawned garden along with a courtyard, Manor Barn boasts indoor access to a super heated swimming pool shared with just one other property. Situated in the small hamlet of Small End, just 11/2 miles to the village of Friskney, the barn is surrounded by local countryside and is well positioned to explore all this beautiful and unspoilt county has to offer. Close by is the National Parrot Sanctuary. For antique hunters towns such as Alford, Horncastle and Newark are a must. The coast is within 10 miles, or follow the WWII Bomber Trail with the area steeped in aviation history. There are castles, country houses, windmills and market towns to explore. Within an easy drive are the market towns of Louth and Boston, and the cathedral city of Lincoln whilst well worth a visit is the seal sanctuary at Mablethorpe. The perfect base for walking or just relaxing. Shop and pub 11/2 miles.

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17273 Japonica Cottage - Sleeps 4 - Lusby, near Spilsby
Japonica Cottage - Prop Ref 17273 - Holiday Cottages -  Lusby, Spilsby - Click for more information about Japonica Cottage and make a booking
This attractive cottage has been tastefully converted from a former stable, dating back to around 1880. It is situated on the edge of the pretty hamlet of Lusby, in the grounds of the owner's home. Many original features have been retained and there is a pretty patio with original sets. Perfect base to visit Lincoln, Louth and Horncastle (antiques). There are nature reserves nearby and for those interested in the WWII Bomber Trail, air museums abound. Shop 4 miles and pub 1½ miles.

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RL3 Waterend Barn - Sleeps 6
Belton-in-Rutland, Nr Oakham, Rutland. 
Waterend Barn - Prop Ref RL3 - Holiday Cottages -  Beltonh-in-Rutland, Oakham, Rutland - Click for more information about Waterend Barn and make a booking
In a pretty village setting surrounded by gentle rolling hills, this tastefully converted barn has a wonderful outlook across the open countryside. Adjoining another property and with parts of it dating back to 1760, it displays a wealth of exposed beams and much character. Rutland Water, the largest man-made reservoir in lowland England is a 10-minute drive away and there is an abundance of good walking locally with the Jurassic, Viking and Macmillan Ways to explore. In the vicinity are Stamford and Uppingham, as well as Oakham which boasts a medieval castle and county museum. Of interest to gardening enthusiasts are the fine Barnsdale Gardens.