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GROOMS COTTAGE, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Uppingham

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Exterior detail
Interior
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4105 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Leicester, East Anglia
  • Rutland Water Nature Reserve
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Rutland Water Country Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • University of Leicester
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • East Midlands (EMA)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

GROOMS COTTAGE, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Uppingham

Grooms Cottage in Uppingham, Leicestershire, sleeps four in two bedrooms.

Grooms Cottage is a lovely barn conversion situated in East Norton, Leicestershire. Hosting two bedrooms, a king-size and a double, able to sleep a total of four guests. There is also a family bathroom with both a bath and walk-in shower. Downstairs provides an open-plan kitchen/diner, as well as a sitting room with a woodburning stove. Outside has a courtyard patio area with furniture and barbecue, as well as off-road parking for three cars. Grooms Cottage is a wonderful choice for a rural break to the East Midlands.
NOTE: Latest check-in is 10 pm due to surrounding neighbors

Amenities: Woodburning stove. Electric oven and hob, microwave, toaster, kettle, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV, DVD player and WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Off-road parking for three cars. Courtyard patio area with furniture. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 3.0 miles and pub 1.5 miles. 2 well-behaved pets allowed. Note: There is a £20 per dog supplement - this is payable directly with the owner on arrival, dogs must not be left on their own or allowed upstairs at any time. Note: Horse riding at the yard and hacking out can be arranged privately with the owners, and can make a great holiday activity for all ages whether experienced rider or beginner. Note: Check in time for this property is 15:30
NOTE: Latest check-in is 10 pm due to surrounding neighbors

Region: Picturesque rolling Fens, unspoilt beaches, and pretty waterways – East Anglia is a dream holiday destination. Norfolk offers beaches, saltmarshes and quaint villages whilst equally as charming are the coast and countryside of Suffolk.

Town: Uppingham is a market town resting in the Rutland country of the East Midlands, England. Discover an array of independent shops, supermarkets, pubs and restaurants for all of your amenities. You will have access to many historical attractions and countryside sites with easy access into the thriving city of Leicester for a larger choice.

Property manager

Sykes Holiday Cottages

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Leicester

Leicester is home to this cottage. Rutland Water Golf Course and Corby Tennis Centre are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Launde Big Wood and Launde Park Wood. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Stretton Circuit, or consider a night out at Launde Abbey. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Leicester, East Anglia

What's nearby

  • Rutland Water Nature Reserve - 16 min drive - 20.1 km
  • Rutland Water Country Park - 16 min drive - 20.1 km
  • Curve Theatre - 24 min drive - 25.2 km
  • University of Leicester - 25 min drive - 26.1 km
  • National Space Centre - 26 min drive - 25.6 km

Getting around

  • Oakham Station - 17 min drive
  • Nottingham (NQT) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Buttercups Tearoom - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fox & Goose - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Don Paddys - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Ventoux - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Vaults - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is GROOMS COTTAGE, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Uppingham pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at GROOMS COTTAGE, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Uppingham?

As of 10 August 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at GROOMS COTTAGE, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Uppingham on 17 August 2025 start from NZ$1,117.44, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at GROOMS COTTAGE, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Uppingham?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at GROOMS COTTAGE, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Uppingham?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is GROOMS COTTAGE, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Uppingham located?

Situated in Leicester, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Hallaton Village Green, Tugby Village Hall & Recreation Centre and Launde Big Wood. Launde Park Wood and Launde Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful, high spec property.

Comfortable, well equipped and spacious. Within 1/2 hour of towns and cities. Excellent hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

alan r.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Perfect, just perfect!!!

Before I start this review I want to make it clear that Alister was super nice and helpful to our needs in person and lives on site which was reassuring and was concerned over the lack of communication getting through from 3rd party company. When booking through VRBO you get messages from Sykes cottages (3rd party vendor) however, Sykes did not reply to us, messages did not get through to Alister. We understand that a third party is used to convey checking in instructions as this is a working stable and Alister and team are very busy on a daily basis and it makes sense to have someone else take care of the " Behind the scenes work". This cottage was awesome and well worth the money we paid! Peaceful and scenic and horse riding is available, but we didn't have time for this, but we visited the horses and donkey, was so cute to see this and ideal for children! Waking up in a morning seeing the horses in the field was idyllic and you could feel the calm wash over you with that coffee in a morning! The cottage is well equipped with appliances, cutlery and dishware to accommodate larger families. The living room was cozy and when the log fire was burning it made for an awesome end to an eventful day. This was not our first choice for the area and had another cottage in mind, but I am so glad the first property never confirmed our booking and we stayed in Allister's cottage! We will book again next time we are in the UK. Thank you Alister! You have a fantastic place!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Sykes Holiday Cottages

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Two bedrooms: 1 x King-size double, 1 x double. Bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, walk-in shower, basin and WC. Kitchen/diner. Sitting room with woodburning stove.

What makes this property unique

Woodburning stove. Electric oven and hob, microwave, toaster, kettle, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV, DVD player and WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Off-road parking for three cars. Courtyard patio area with furniture. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 3.0 miles and pub 1.5 miles. 2 well-behaved pets allowed. Note: There is a £20 per dog supplement - this is payable directly with the owner on arrival, dogs must not be left on their own or allowed upstairs at any time. Note: Horse riding at the yard and hacking out can be arranged privately with the owners, and can make a great holiday activity for all ages whether experienced rider or beginner. Note: Check in time for this property is 15:30

Languages:

English
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