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Valentine Cottage. Lovely Country House & Garden. Near Lincoln.

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Fully equipped dining kitchen. Doors to garden
Christmas at Valentine Cottage. We always provide a real tree!
Dining kitchen with doors to courtyard.
Courtyard patio seating. Access by patio doors from Kitchen and sitting room
Kitchen dining area. Doors to courtyard and garden

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Lincoln, ENG
  • Place, Lincoln Zoo
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Sir Joseph Banks Conservatory
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Goltho Gardens
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hull (HUY-Humberside)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

En suite to Master Bedroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Family Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Valentine Cottage. Lovely Country House & Garden. Near Lincoln.

Bright and spacious converted barn in a quiet village location, close the lovely Cathedral city of Lincoln.
We have lovingly renovated and modernised the old barn to retain its original features, with modern amenities for a comfortable mix of old and new.
Private aspect, not overlooked by any neighbours! This cottage is perfect for family holidays, gathering of friends or as a private retreat for just two!

On a single level* The cottage sleeps up to 6 people.
Large open plan Kitchen/Diner. Separate Lounge.
3 bedrooms with comfy king-size beds. 1 bed is zip/link which can be either a huge superking or twin beds
2 bathrooms (1 ensuite) with power showers and heated towel rails and a large bathtub
Courtyard patio and large enclosed garden
Underfloor heating throughout the cottage.

The lovely fully equipped, open plan dining kitchen has doors leading out the courtyard and south facing sunny garden. Perfect for Al fresco summer dining or a barbecue

Relax in the separate sitting room with comfortable sofas and a 50" TV, ideal for watching films or sport. Books and board games too!

The pretty courtyard has garden furniture, outdoor lighting and a large Weber barbecue, all with easy access to the kitchen!
Through the courtyard gate to the large enclosed and south facing lawned garden.

Paddock views with our few friendly pet sheep or horses.
Plenty of opportunities to walk, run or cycle from the cottage.

Nice garden pub in Scothern (less than 2 miles)
Plenty of free private parking at rear of cottage.
Cottage access is by lockbox key safe.

A great location in peaceful, friendly village. The cottage is off a quiet back lane. 30 mph speed limit and very little passing traffic.

The cottage is just 7 miles (straight, easy drive) from Lincoln. Lincoln is lovely Roman city with a fabulous Cathedral and Castle, cobbled streets, museum, galleries, independent shops and cafes. The city centre also a thriving high street.
Lincoln Zoo, Rand Farm Park, Goltho woods, villages with childrens play areas are all within minutes drive from the cottage
Easy to the Lincolnshire Wolds countryside and Market towns, such as Horncastle (great antique hunting!) and Louth.
The coast is less than an hour away. Traditional sea side resorts include Skegness, Cleethorpes or Sutton on Sea and lots of quiet, deserted beaches too!
Walking and cycle routes from the cottage door.


More details:
We clean the cottage to a very high standard at every changeover.
Liquid hand soap and all cleaning products including dishwasher tablets are supplied. Also a basic larder.

Kitchen equipment includes an big American style fridge freezer, Integral microwave oven, Range cooker with 2 ovens, grill and 5 rings. Full size dishwasher. 10kg washing machine. Lots of crockery, pans and equipment for home cooking

The cottage is heated by ground source heat pump with underfloor heating throughout. Lots of hot water! and individual thermostats to each room to control the temperature to your preference.

*Accessibility - the cottage has one deep step between the sitting room and bedroom wing. 2 steps up to the front door also.

Most of our bookings are from another well known rental site. Over 130 up to date 5* reviews. Easy to find! take look to see more current reviews.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Very welcome.Request travel cot/ highchair
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Events

No events allowed
Sorry, no hen or stag parties
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted in this cottage.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Bio drainage not mains sewage. Paper only, to be put down toilets. No wipes etc or system may block! All works fine without wipes!
Please follow 'on leaving' advice in handbook. Gather used towels,empty bins and take rubbish out. Lock windows + doors; Return keys to lock box.
Quiet village! please respect our neighbours! No outside noise after midnight. Thank you.

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
Note from host: Sorry, no hen or stag parties
This property uses geothermal energy
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting

About the area

Lincoln

Located in Lincoln, this cottage is in a rural area. Usher Gallery and Newport Arch are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Lincoln Christmas Market and Hemswell Antique Centres. Travelling with kids? Consider Lincoln Zoo, or check out an event or a game at LNER Stadium. Jet skiing and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.
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Lincoln, ENG

What's nearby

  • Lincoln Zoo - 8 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Sir Joseph Banks Conservatory - 8 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Goltho Gardens - 8 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Wragby Maze - 9 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Lincoln Castle - 18 min drive - 15.2 km

Getting around

  • Lincoln Station - 19 min drive
  • Hull (HUY-Humberside) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lincolnshire Poacher - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Black Bull - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Ivy - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Valentine Cottage. Lovely Country House & Garden. Near Lincoln. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Valentine Cottage. Lovely Country House & Garden. Near Lincoln. ?

As of 7 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Valentine Cottage. Lovely Country House & Garden. Near Lincoln. on 1 June 2026 start from NZ$301, including 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.

How much is parking at Valentine Cottage. Lovely Country House & Garden. Near Lincoln. ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Valentine Cottage. Lovely Country House & Garden. Near Lincoln. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Valentine Cottage. Lovely Country House & Garden. Near Lincoln. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Valentine Cottage. Lovely Country House & Garden. Near Lincoln. located?

This family-friendly Lincoln cottage is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lincoln Zoo and Sir Joseph Banks Conservatory. Goltho Gardens and Wragby Maze are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Luisa J.

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

Lovely cottage

Had a great stay. Lovely cottage, well equipped kitchen. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe M.

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

Quiet location

Spacious and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas N.

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

Valentine Cottage

We had a great time in the beautiful and very comfortable Valentine Cottage. We received a very friendly welcome from Pam and Chris and immediately felt at home. Highly recommended!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

Perfect one week stay!

Beautiful, clean and very big one-level cottage, well mantained and equipped, with a nice courtyard suitable for al fresco dinner (funny neighbours too: the goat and the sheeps!). Very quiet and comfortable, conveniently situated to visit Lincoln (wondeful Cathedral!) and the surrounding area. Car recommended. Wish to come again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

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

Lovely property and super helpful owners

Valentine Cottage is great sized property to cater for up to 6 people. Kitchen/diner is particularly spacious, room enough for us to have guests over for dinner. Pam and Chris were very helpful with enquiries about booking and access to the cottage, even letting us know when it was ready so we could get in a little earlier. The underfloor heating kept us cosy in the kitchen and living room, but was a little too hot later in the evening as the beds are very warm too. It’s in a pretty little hamlet tucked away in the countryside but only a short drive to local stores and Lincoln itself is a beautiful city. Just a note: at time of visit (April 2023) there was building work going on behind the cottage and I’m assuming some farm work. This wasn’t disruptive during the day as it wasn’t very loud and couldn’t be heard from living areas, but it wasn’t possible to have a sleep-in as it did start early and came from the bedroom side of the cottage. Overall this is lovely cottage owned by a courteous couple.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DOUGLAS J.

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

Easy access to Lincoln

Perfect little cottage in a quiet little village about 5miles from Lincoln, easy to access the rest of Lincolnshire from there as major road access is only a mile away but you would never know as it is so peaceful, cottage has everything you could need for a stay even the things you forget to bring with you. Top Banana 🍌🍌. Doug.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Robert A.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Lovely cottage but needed a clean

Lovely cottage which needs some TLC. The hedges were overgrown, scraping our car as we entered. The bathrooms hadn't been cleaned in a long time, there was a layer of dust everywhere, cobwebs and dead spiders to be found. The trays at the bottom of the oven were covered in fluff. This makes it sound terrible and it wasn't but the overall feeling was that nobody really cared. We would all have preferred a clean house instead of the coffee maker! When we went to pick up the keys our car was stuck in a deep rut on the entrance to the owner's home, maybe it is because it is winter. To summarise we liked the cottage but would prefer to stay somewhere cleaner. The cottage is in a good position to drive into Lincoln. We all live in the country so know how difficult it is to keep cobwebs and spiders at bay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Excellent property

Well furnished and everything that anyone needed was provided in the rooms, bathrooms and kitchen. Owner very helpful and provided all the information you would need about location, places to eat, local transport, etc.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lyn S.

Lovely

Lovely cottage. Clean, warm and cosy. Well equipped. Really enjoyed it.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mark s.

Great cottage, everything we needed, great location.

We had a lovely stay at the cottage. Plenty of room, and lots of facilities.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackie H.

Spacious and well equipped with all the comforts of home; highly recommended.

A lovely, well modernised property, with great seating areas in the kitchen and lounge for chilling and board games- a perfect retreat from busy lives and for 6 adults to meet. The owners were really friendly and helpful and we loved meeting their animals at the bottom of our garden 😁😁👍
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Ann T.

Great long weekend family meet up

Our first stay at Valantine cottage and very happy with all aspects. There was only 3 of us staying, so we each had a bedroom. I liked that there was a door separating the bedrooms from the living area. Thus meant that anyone staying up late or riising early did not disturb other guests if they were in the living room or kitchen. We enjoyed the large kitchen diner and it was lovely to sit up at the comfy bar chairs at the breakfast Bar and chat with the chef. Appreciated that although the ice machine was out of action, bags of ice had been provided. Because as siblings we eat in, we enjoyed the well equipst kitchen. There was spacious parking for 3 cars and we could all get in and out, without shuffling the cars around. We were in, in the evening and found the sofas comfy and worked well for 3 adults lounging. There is sufficient seating for 6, but there would be less lounging space. We had a few small issues, but nothing that couldn't be easily addressed and Pam was happy to receive feedback. The cottage is spacious and quiet and the pictures truly reflect how it is, We really enjoyed it and will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Melanie C.

Spacious & well equipped.

Lovely spacious kitchen that was well equipped. Unfortunately the American style fridge ice making facility was out of order, but Pam had made sure a bag of ice was on hand inside the freezer compartment. Bed linen was clean & well laundered. There was bedside lamp either side of all three double beds. The on suite bathroom was very handy, but the main bathroom was down a large step through the living room, which caused a few problems during the night time. The living room was very cosy, & if we could change anything it would be a bigger telly as we found the one there a little on the small side, for a evenings viewing.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin L.

Very well equipped cottage with lots of space and a lovely relaxing atmosphere

Great cottage in a tiny village just a few miles from Lincoln. loads of parking and adjacent to paddock and the edge of the village. Railway line nearby but very infrequent use - just a handful of goods trains while we were there. Chris and Pam were welcoming, gave great communication before the stay, and will make sure your stay is a good one. Great that things such as paper towel, tea bags, etc were there, ready for use. A great collection of useful stuff left by the owners and previous users - so much better than everything being cleared out between every letting. Some fresh coffee, pepper, vinegar, ice, etc... this obviously varies over time... but good to leave odds and ends for next holiday-makers. Cottage is very well equipped... lots of glasses, crockery, cooking gear, sharp knives, etc... we never got stuck for anything. Great cooker, big fridge and freezer and dishwasher. A couple of minor snags / faults with stuff, but these are being dealt with and had no impact on a very relaxing and comfortable stay. Great heating (underfloor). Plenty of space in the lounge for at least 6 - we had 10 in there when friends came around for a visit. Easy dining for 6 at large table plus a breakfast bar. Not much nearby within walking distance, but fine for flat country walks. Shops just a few minutes drive away. We would recommend the cottage and thanks to Chris and Pat for making us feel welcome.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017
Archival

8/10 Good

Jackie B.

Very comfortable cottage and great for a family in a peaceful location.

We had a wonderful week here with the children. Plenty of space for them to play outside and after a busy day had the most comfortable nights sleep. Everything you need for you stay is provided and the communication with the owner was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Secluded, quiet, spacious, delightful!

We were very pleasantly surprised by how much space there really is in Valentine Cottage, and the quality of the conversion is very high. The cottage is very nicely laid out, the kitchen in particular is excellent. We were blessed with good weather and so were able to enjoy the courtyard and use the barbecue several times, and listen to our neighbours (the sheep and goat!)! Very quiet and comfortable and would definitely visit again!
Archival

8/10 Good

Hilary Y.

The online photos do not do this spacious property justice

The cottage was much bigger than we had interpreted from the pictures online, so very adequate space for 6 adults. Everywhere was well presented and very clean. The kitchen was well equipped and we were specifically provided with a brand new slow cooker in response to our query of the availability of one. Pam and Chris were very accommodating with a slight change in our booking arrangements and gave the impression that nothing was too much trouble. There was a huge amount of useful local info available. All in all a very successful family weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Cath R.

Excellent accommodation

We would certainly recommend this holiday accommodation. Conveniently situated to visit Lincoln and the surrounding area. The accommodation itself is extremely well designed and equipped. We loved the kitchen area and the living area. The beds were extremely comfortable and well appointed away from the living area. It was clean and well furnished. We would love to return
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Susannah W.

Beautiful cottage!

We had a lovely time staying at Valentine cottage over the weekend. Sadly we could only stay one night but we had a great experience. I didn't realise from the photos that it's all on one level (which actually worked in our favour). Everything was beautifully presented and it really had everything (and more) that we needed. It's not too far to local pubs though there didn't seem to be anything in walking distance. Pam was very good at contacting me to make arrangements and it was clear that she and her family were available if we needed anything. I'd really recommend this lovely little retreat.
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10/10 Excellent

David R.

A lovely very well equipped property

We arived in the evening to find lights had been put on in the rooms to welcome us, a lovely touch, I would say one of the nicest property we have stayed in. Very well equipped for anyone's needs. Restaurant's pubs and food stores only a couple of miles away. We will be returning soon.
Archival

8/10 Good

Sue Ward

Excellent property - convenient location for Lincoln, the Wolds and seaside.

Extremely well equipped accommodation (especially kitchen utensils for those who prefer to cook own meals). Suitable for the elderly or those with limited mobility; there is an en -suite in the main bedroom. There is one step up to the bedrooms so may not be suitable for wheelchair users. Plenty of parking space.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Pauline I.

Lovely facilities and location

It's hard to capture the cottage in the photos, it was far roomier than I thought. The features we particularly liked were the courtyard patio, we were lucky to have some very good weather so we're able to have meals outside a couple of days, there was a waterproof tablecloth on the table along with a plant which made it very welcoming a usable. The other thing is that although it is close to the owners far it isn't actually on it so there it's very private. If you have children there is a lovely private field for you use so don't forget a ball! It was a real home from home and well stocked, nothing I would change The only thing to bear in mind is the village doesn't have a pub but we had a couple of nice meals in pubs near by the Bottle and Glass was excellent but only serves meals Wednesday to Sunday lunch

About the host

Hosted by Valentine Cottage

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We moved in to the area 25+ years ago for the outstanding schools, open space and clean air!
As a Mum of four fabulous children, l well understand the joys and challenges of travelling with young children! I always try to offer a relaxed checkout, if l possibly can!
The cottage has a large enclosed garden where kids can run about, play and let off steam! Some garden games available.

Small, friendly village, with nice people has very little traffic and a 30 mph speed limit. Lots places to walk or cycle to from the front door!
Easy access to the lovely City of Lincoln. Great countryside and coast within easy reach.

We live in the village, in another property which is completely separately from the cottage.
We can usually be called on, if you need any help or assistance. Our contact numbers are in the cottage information folder. Otherwise, we totally respect your privacy.

Why they chose this property

Great cottage in quiet country village. Central Lincolnshire, only 1 mile to the main A158 Lincoln to Skegness road. Private location.
7 mile, easy drive, to the lovely Roman city of Lincoln, fabulous Cathedral and Castle. Easy access to the Lincolnshire Wolds with market towns and pretty villages.
Local attractions within minutes drive of the cottage are Lincoln Zoo, Rand Farm Park and Goltho Woods.
Lovely unspoiled Lincolnshire coast is less than an hour's drive. Busy seaside resorts of Skegness, Cleethorpes and Mablethorpe or quiet lovely beaches Mogs eye, Sandilands, Chapel St Leonard's, Sutton on Sea, Anlaby Creek.
Lots of footpaths and bridleways for exploring on foot or bicycle.
We are on the Lincolnshire No1 cycle route.
Ask us for recommendations for local restaurants and pubs.

What makes this property unique

Lovely, clean, detached cottage with country views.
Quiet, tiny village. Friendly villagers. 30 mph speed limit.The cottage is off a back lane with very little passing traffic.
Bright and airy inside. Warm all year round, especially winter. Underfloor heating from ground source heat pump. Plenty of hot water!
Lovely dining kitchen with lots of cooking equipment and most household basics included. Separate sitting room with Big 50 inch TV for films and sports!
3 double bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
Private Courtyard with Weber barbecue, garden furniture and lighting. Access from kitchen and sitting room. We had some lovely suppers outside in the courtyard. Enclosed field garden, for ball games etc
No pets at this property, sorry.Due to livestock and horses on the adjoining fields and to help people with pet allergies and asthma.
Our friendly, pet sheep are usually on the paddock (unless, they have eaten all the grass and had move elsewhere for a time!) Fun to watch their antics! Most have names! Love carrots, apples and fresh vegetable peelings!
Sorry, we don't do lambing anymore because l cannot bear to give any of them away!

Central Lincolnshire location.Easy drive to the lovely city of Lincoln, Wolds and coast. Cottage is on the Lincolnshire No1 cycle route.
Suits all guest combinations, from very young to elderly.

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