Guests say
Pheasant Cottage is a well-liked property in a picturesque village close to Rutland, appreciated for its cleanliness, comfortable beds, and well-equipped kitchen. The local pub and amenities add to the charm, and the garden, while needing attention, is enjoyed by guests and their pets. Some concerns over space and maintenance issues are noted, but overall, guests have had pleasant stays and some would happily return.
The property is generally found to be lovely and clean, although some guests have reported issues with dust, cobwebs, and dampness in storage areas. The majority of feedback, however, suggests a satisfactory level of cleanliness.
The cottage is situated in a beautiful village, with proximity to Rutland water and local attractions. The location is highly praised for its convenience and the welcoming nature of the local community.
Guests find the beds comfortable and the central heating welcoming, but some have issues with the size of the double bedrooms and accessibility around the beds. The garden's unevenness is a concern for older guests.
The property boasts a well-equipped kitchen and good central heating, but several guests have reported broken or missing items, such as toilet seats and lights, and a lack of drying space for wet clothing. Maintenance issues are a recurring theme.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the property owner towards the guests, so it is not possible to provide a score in this category.
About this property
Perched in the village of Cottesmore, Rutland, is this wonderful three-bedroom cottage, Pheasant Cottage. Enjoying a delightful setting with the local amenities right on your doorstep, Pheasant Cottage is a fantastic dog-friendly choice for a group or family of six. The property benefits from roadside parking for one car, as well as a private rear garden with seating. Inside, you will find a well-equipped kitchen/diner, where you can rustle up your favourite meals, ready to enjoy at the dining table over a bottle of wine, along with an inviting sitting room with plush corner sofa and a TV, perfect for enjoying relaxing film nights with your loved ones. Completing the ground floor is a tastefully decorated double bedrooms, served by a bathroom, ideal for those with limited mobility. Upstairs, you can freshen up at the end of the day in the well-appointed shower room, before discovering two further bedrooms, a double and a light and airy twin. Explore the village, where you can treat your loved ones to a meal at The Sun Inn, stock up on essentials at the Post Office, sample local ales at McNeill’s Bar or order in from The Chip Shop. On the outskirts of the village, you can delve into history at the Rocks By Rail, Living Ironestone Museum. Next stop is Oakham, where you can visit the historic sites of Oakham Castle and Rutland County Museum, visit The Rutland Showground, dine at Hitchen’s Kitchen, Orbis Oakham and San Giorgia, spend a fun-filled day at Rutland Farm Park, or enjoy wildlife walks through the Rutland Water Nature Reserves, where you can stumble across the further attractions of Rutland Watersports, Rutland Zoo, and Rutland Water Dam. Continue onto Stamford, where you can enjoy the delights of Browne’s Hospital and Museum, St Leonard’s Priory and the stunning nearby Burghley House. Venture further afield to enjoy the delights of Leicester, home a magnificent cathedral, the National Space Centre, a racecourse, and Leicester Museum and Art Gallery. Adventure awaits at Pheasant Cottage.
Between Oakham and Stretton in the East Midlands is a quaint little community called Cottesmore. The village has a variety of services, including a fish and chip restaurant, a bar, and a post office, and is notable for being the largest settlement in Rutland. Oakham Castle, Cutts Close Park, the Rutland County Museum, the Rutland Farm Park, and the surrounding Rutland Water Nature Reserve are just some of the sights worth seeing in Oakham. There are several places to eat in the area, including 10 Dining Street, Hitchen's Barn, and The Railway, and a corner store is available for last-minute errands and supplies. Move on to Stamford, where you can enjoy meals at the Cosy Club and Tobie Norris, relax at the historic Stamford Spa, see a show at the Stamford Corn Exchange Theatre, and check out the neighbouring, highly regarded Burghley House. Leicester, a bit further away, is a city filled with attractions like the National Space Centre, the Leicester Museum and Art Gallery, the Leicester Cathedral, and the De Montfort Hall.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor double, 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Ground-floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room
Central heating.
Oven, hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher.
TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Roadside parking for 1 car.
Rear garden with seating.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.1 miles
Nearby points of interest
- Rutland Water
- Harlaxton Manor
- Belvoir Castle & The Engine Yard
- Grantham Museum
Reviews (10)
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Hazel
We had to wash all kitchen tops, dishes, glassware ,crockery ,cutlery that we used as it was greasy and bits of food stuck on. The mattresses were old and should have been replaced over a year ago, no pillow protectors, the pillows were so thin and uncomfortable. Where we had to hang our clothes smelt damp and was not clean, so we lived out of our suitcase. Down stairs bathroom plugs in the wash basin and bath broken. I tried to use the grill but had to abandon it as it had so much fat stuck on it filled the kitchen full of smoke and set the smoke alarm off. we paid quite a lot of money expecting a good quality cottage, but we were very disappointed and had we not been in Rutland for a special and emotional gathering to celebrate the amazing life of my brother who recently passed away we would have gone home. The only good thing I can say is that the heating was good . The down stairs bedroom was classed as a double, the mattress was jammed between the walls with no access to the far side of the bed other than climbing .All the beds had poor quality linen and in appropriate duvets for the time of year , better suited to the cold winter rather than Rutland. Please feel free to ring me to discuss our time in pheasant cottage
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Griff
Third bedroom is a cupboard. Not suitable for six people. Good location.
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Bertwistle
I tried to use the dimplex heater and cleaned out the dust but it did not work.everything else was fine