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4 bedroom accommodation in Althorpe, near Scunthorpe
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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
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4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
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2 Single Beds
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1 Double Bed
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2 Single Beds
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2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
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Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
4 bedroom accommodation in Althorpe, near Scunthorpe
Enjoying views from the first floor living room, this holiday cottage is nearby a wealth of wildlife and bird reserves.. Ground Floor:
Kitchen/dining room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Woodburner, Electric Cooker, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Living room: (No TV)
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 4: Single (3ft) Bed, Pull Out Single (3ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Welcome pack. Enclosed lawned garden with patio, garden furniture and barbecue. Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: Couple and family bookings only, no hen or stag parties. The River Trent is 13 yards away and the property has a security deposit of £250.. Riverbank cottage is a detached, comfortable family and couples retreat set on the west bank of the river Trent, ideal for those looking for a peaceful holiday or a base from which to explore this historic area. The cottage sleeps six adults and two children comfortably.
The first floor comprises of a sitting room with views overlooking the river, a family bathroom, a twin bedroom, a double room and a children’s room with a small single and a pull-out bed, only suitable for children, not adults. The ground floor benefits from a twin bedroom, a shower room with a toilet, a utility room, a TV snug and a dining kitchen. The cottage has an enclosed garden with a south-facing patio, garden furniture, barbeque, cycle store and parking for 1-2 cars accessed by an 8ft wide drive.
Although Althorpe has lost its pub there are many restaurants and eateries in the area including the excellent Ferryboat in the next village. Many shops and restaurants are available nearby, all within three miles along the A18 east.
There are many good walks and cycle routes and several golf courses only a short drive away. Interesting places to visit include Epworth, the birthplace of John Wesley founder of Methodism, the award-winning Yorkshire Wildlife Park, Normanby Hall and many wildlife and bird reserves. Lincoln, York, Beverley, Cleethorpes and Hull the 2017 City of Culture all less than an hour away.
Shop 1 mile, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.
Free WiFi
Families or couples only.
Holidaymakers only.
There is open water in the property grounds.
There is a security deposit of £250 to be paid prior to arrival, please pay by BACS directly to the owner.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Kitchen/dining room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Woodburner, Electric Cooker, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Living room: (No TV)
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 4: Single (3ft) Bed, Pull Out Single (3ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Welcome pack. Enclosed lawned garden with patio, garden furniture and barbecue. Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: Couple and family bookings only, no hen or stag parties. The River Trent is 13 yards away and the property has a security deposit of £250.. Riverbank cottage is a detached, comfortable family and couples retreat set on the west bank of the river Trent, ideal for those looking for a peaceful holiday or a base from which to explore this historic area. The cottage sleeps six adults and two children comfortably.
The first floor comprises of a sitting room with views overlooking the river, a family bathroom, a twin bedroom, a double room and a children’s room with a small single and a pull-out bed, only suitable for children, not adults. The ground floor benefits from a twin bedroom, a shower room with a toilet, a utility room, a TV snug and a dining kitchen. The cottage has an enclosed garden with a south-facing patio, garden furniture, barbeque, cycle store and parking for 1-2 cars accessed by an 8ft wide drive.
Although Althorpe has lost its pub there are many restaurants and eateries in the area including the excellent Ferryboat in the next village. Many shops and restaurants are available nearby, all within three miles along the A18 east.
There are many good walks and cycle routes and several golf courses only a short drive away. Interesting places to visit include Epworth, the birthplace of John Wesley founder of Methodism, the award-winning Yorkshire Wildlife Park, Normanby Hall and many wildlife and bird reserves. Lincoln, York, Beverley, Cleethorpes and Hull the 2017 City of Culture all less than an hour away.
Shop 1 mile, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.
Free WiFi
Families or couples only.
Holidaymakers only.
There is open water in the property grounds.
There is a security deposit of £250 to be paid prior to arrival, please pay by BACS directly to the owner.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
This property accepts a maximum of 1 pet(s)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Scunthorpe
Scunthorpe is home to this cottage. The Old Rectory and Normanby Hall Country Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Misterton Driving Range and Kingswood Golf Centre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Blyton Park Driving Centre, or consider a night out at The Plowright Theatre.

Althorpe, near Scunthorpe
What's nearby
- The Baths Hall - 8 min drive - 8.5 km
- North Lincolnshire Museum - 9 min drive - 9.1 km
- The Plowright Theatre - 9 min drive - 9.1 km
- The Old Rectory - 11 min drive - 10.4 km
- Normanby Hall Country Park - 13 min drive - 13.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Costa Coffee - 6 min drive
- Christine's Snack Bar - 4 min drive
- Costa Coffee - 7 min drive
- Iron Forge - 9 min drive
- Costa Coffee - 5 min drive
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Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10
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Reviews
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
7 December 2025
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Margo
12 February 2026
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Margo
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Adrian
7 September 2020
Had an amazing stay for my father’s birthday.
Adrian
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
8/10 Good
Margaret
19 August 2020
We enjoyed a wonderful week using Riverbank Cottage as our base.
Margaret
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Tom
27 July 2020
A well equipped house with lot of space for 8 people or more.
Tom
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
8/10 Good
Mel
25 June 2020
Lovely stay, living room upstairs could do with a TV in there as there were 6 in our group and the d
Mel
10/10 Excellent
Tina S.
17 January 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great place to stay
Tina S.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
8/10 Good
Tina
2 October 2019
The parking and extremely tight driveway off the road was difficult with a bigger car and directions
Tina
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Chris
2 September 2019
We enjoyed our Christmas stay in this lovely cottage that had plenty of room for the 8 of us.
Chris
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Trina
31 August 2019
We had a great time at the cottage.
Trina
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Peter
6 August 2019
Riverbank Cottage was an ideal location for our family celebration.
Peter
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
8/10 Good
Maureen
10 February 2019
Lovely and well equipped.
Maureen
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
8/10 Good
21 December 2018
The cottage is situated within 10-20 minutes of local points of interest.
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