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St John's Cottage

St John's Cottage, Church Street, Ryhall, Rutland, England

Swans sunbathe by the River Gwash, Ryhall bustles with village life and, facing a magnificent ancient church, a lovely stone cottage peeps from an abundant English garden complete with climbing roses, apple trees and a working well. Inside, Janette has worked magic with matching colours, well-chosen ornaments, soft lighting and scented candles to create an authentic period feel. In the sitting room find a rocking chair, original bread oven, wooden chest and log fireplace already roaring for your arrival. A second sitting room (just as gorgeous) leads to a large farmhouse kitchen drenched in shades of pink, with a double oven and long dining table for all the family. Upstairs, fall back on Victorian-style iron beds; the master bedroom elegant with stripy cushions and candles, the family room pretty with a double and single bed draped in heart-motif quilts; both have views of village and church. The compact bathroom comes with a roll-top bath and Victorian basin and a ground floor single room suits those who can't manage stairs. Barbecue on the terrace, visit historic Stamford or Rutland Water for water sports, birdwatching, walking and more.

Off-road parking available.

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St John's Cottage

Contact: Janette Mcmorrow

  • Tel: +44 (0)1778 590596
  • Sleeps: 6 (8 with sofabed).
  • Rooms: 1 double, 1 family room for 3, 1 single; bath/shower room, sofabed.
  • Price: £550 – £775. 
  • Closed: Never.
Children are positively welcomed, with no age restrictions, but cots, high chairs etc are not necessarily available. Within 10 miles of a bus/coach/train station and owner can arrange collection. No smoking anywhere in the house. Well-trained pets are accepted and may sleep in your room (not on the bed). Check when booking. Wireless internet access available for guests.

Checklist

  • Dishwasher
  • Electricity included
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave oven
  • Central heating
  • Mobile reception
  • Television
  • BBQ
  • Beach within 3 miles
  • Cooked meals available
  • Restaurant nearby
  • Short breaks possible
  • Extra bed/cot available
  • Shop within 3 miles

Points of interest

  • pictureque village location.3 pubs serving great food ,butchers,grocery store all within easy walking distance.
  • 2 miles from burghley house and walking distance to Tolethorpe the open air shakespearian theatre and park.stunninng walks by the river quash.
  • ryhall is within easy walking distance to the beautiful georgian stone town of stamford,15 mins drive to rutland water for fishing ,sailing,cycling and bird watching.
  • the cottage has a 20ft farnhouse kitchen seating up to 10 complete with double range cooker.its an ideal place for socializing and get togethers.alarge inglenook open fire and original beams dating bact to 17th century.s
  • there is off rd parking .large mature garden and internet connection.
  • seperate garden room with double bedroom ,ensuite wetroom and flat sreen tv.[sleeps another 2 people]

This information is provided by owners and is not endorsed by ASP. If you have questions about it, please contact the owners.

St John's Cottage detached cottage in mature gardens

detached cottage in mature gardens

St John's Cottage spacious living room with open fire

spacious living room with open fire

St John's Cottage master bedroom with dual aspect views

master bedroom with dual aspect views

St John's Cottage second living room with sofa bed

second living room with sofa bed

Photo captions have been written by the owner or management of St John's Cottage and are not verified or endorsed by ASP.

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Children of all ages are welcome. Cots, highchairs, etc, are not necessarily available.
Guests’ pets can sleep in the bedroom (not on the bed).
Working farm or vineyard.
Wireless internet access available for guests.
No smoking anywhere in the property.
At least one bedroom and bathroom accessible for wheelchair users. Phone for details.
Tennis court on the premises; use may be by arrangement.
Credit cards accepted, most commonly Visa and MasterCard.
Bikes on the premises to hire or borrow.
Swimming pool on the premises; use may be by arrangement.
Within 10 miles of a bus/coach/train station and owner can arrange collection.
At least one bedroom and bathroom accessible without steps.

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