Dog-friendly Lincolnshire

Set on a working farm just 1 mile from local inns and shops in the picturesque village of Burgh le Marsh, this tastefully converted detached barn makes an ideal base for a holiday. 5 miles away is the seaside resort of Skegness with its wide sandy beaches and family attractions, including Fantasy Island. Bateman’s Brewery visitors centre, golf courses, fishing lakes, nature reserves provide all year round interest. The pupping seals at Donna Nook (November/December) should not be missed. The historical city of Lincoln and the market town of Boston, Spalding, Horncastle and Louth are within easy reach. Shop and pub 1 mile.

With the fabulous beaches and seaside entertainments of Skegness and Ingoldmells under 3 miles away, these two single storey converted farm buildings are ideal for family holidays or just to relax and unwind in tranquil countryside. Set, with their individual patios, around a shared courtyard area and both properties are 50 yards from good coarse fishing. Lincoln Cathedral, RSPB reserves and aircraft museums are a short drive. Links golf course nearby. Shop and pub 1 mile.

Situated on a section of the River Steeping known as the ’Haven’, these beautifully converted cottages offer cosy, stylish holiday accommodation in a peaceful, picturesque location and enjoy country views. All three properties have the added benefit of a private hot tub. Originally agricultural buildings dating from 1872, access to the cottages is via a private lane on the owner’s arable farm, which itself is steeped in history. Guests are welcome to explore over 80 acres of riverbank and tracks, ideal for wildlife watching and romantic strolls. Just 800 yards away is the medieval town of Wainfleet All Saints. Here visitors will find a weekly market and street auctions, pubs, a famous brewery with visitor tours, restaurants and shops. Award-winning sandy beaches, family entertainment and amusements can be found 5 miles away in Skegness, and Fantasy Island fun park is 8 miles. Gunby Hall is 7 miles and Tattersall Castle 15 miles, both National Trust. Horncastle, famous for antiques, is 15 miles and the medieval cathedral city of Lincoln is 40 miles. Shops and pub 800 yards.

This smart and beautifully furnished, contemporary, detached barn conversion enjoys an ideal position on the northen edge of Skegness, just 500 yards from the lovely sandy beach and a mile from the bustling central area. It is set on a quiet cul-de-sac, adjacent to a golf course whose clubhouse/bar/restaurant welcomes visitors. Skegness has a popular outdoor bowls area on the seafront and traditional holiday seaside activities including donkey rides on the beach. Fantasy Island Theme Park is 2 miles. A leisure park with swimming pool and fun activities available to day visitors is 1.5 miles. Natureland, incorporating a seal sanctuary and aquarium, is 0.75 miles. Fishing, 3 miles. Gunby Hall (National Trust), 7 miles. Shops and pubs 0.25 miles.

Rural tranquillity within easy reach of great visitor attractions is on offer at this comfortable and neatly converted cottage set amidst peaceful fenland countryside. Shops and pub restaurants are found just 1.25 miles away in the village of Heckington, whose famous eight sail windmill and cafe are a popular draw, whilst its railway station offers local train links to Skegness and the lovely east coast beaches. Tattershall Castle (NT), Belton House and the pleasant riverside market town of Sleaford are all within 10 miles and Burghley House and Belvoir Castle are about 25 miles, as is the medieval city of Lincoln with its awe inspiring cathedral, Norman castle and delightful independent shops and galleries. Visitors can enjoy excellent walking and cycling locally and there is a golf course 5 miles away. Shop, pub and restaurant 1.5 miles.

This lovely bungalow has been thoughtfully furnished and provides spacious accommodation for four people, with a large sunny garden and sun room to relax in. Just a mile away, you will find the lovely beach at Anderby Creek, perfect for a coastal holiday. Anderby is situated very close to Anderby Creek, ideal for both summer seaside holidays and relaxing winter escapes. You can enjoy watching the seals at Donna Nook, as well as cycling, walking, golf and birdwatching, which are all popular local pastimes. Enjoy some family fun at Skegness and the wildlife of the Gibraltar Point Nature Reserve, which are found just 8 miles away. Alternatively, historic Lincoln, with its soaring cathedral, cobbled streets, interesting shops and Christmas markets, is an easy drive, as are the beautiful Lincolnshire Wolds. Golfers will love the famous links course at Sandilands, as well as North Shore and Seacroft golf courses in Skegness, only a short drive away. Horncastle and Alford have a good selection of antiques and collectables shops. Butlin’s and Fantasy Island Theme Park are both only a short drive along the coast with the traditional seaside resorts of Skegness and Mablethorpe nearby too. Beach 1½ mile. Shop, pub and restaurant 1¼ miles.

Positioned alongside well-established coarse fishing lakes in a peaceful, rural location, these five detached lodges (refs UKC1324, UKC1325, 29727, 29728 and 29729) provide superb holiday accommodation. The properties are just 2 miles from Burgh le Marsh and only 5 miles from the seaside resort of Skegness with its excellent sandy beaches, fun fair, amusements, theatre, a seal sanctuary and Gibraltar Point Nature Reserve. Each lodge has its own private hot tub positioned on the decked veranda overlooking the fishing lakes, which are all well stocked with mature carp up to 20lbs, barble up to 11lbs and bream up to 7lbs, as well as crucian carp, chub, tench, ide, rudd, roach and perch. For those that don’t want to fish, there is plenty to see and do in the area. Attractions in the area include the Lincolnshire Wolds, the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight at Coningsby or Horncastle, a 30-minute drive, which is famous for its many antique and collectables shops. Visit Fantasy Island at Ingoldmells. Lincoln Cathedral, where ’The Da Vinci Code’ was filmed with Tom Hanks, is about an hour’s drive and there are many excellent walks and cycle routes throughout the area. Beach 5 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 2 miles. The properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 24 guests.

The delightful, detached Rectory Cottage stands in the grounds of Blankney’s former rectory. It enjoys a secluded position within its own enclosed garden. Enjoy a day exploring nearby Lincoln, famous for its magnificent cathedral, castle, and the Magna Carta Visitor Centre. Visit the Bailgate area in the heart of Lincoln’s historic quarter and discover a world of specialist shops including boutiques, crafts, book, and gift shops, not to mention tea rooms and restaurants that line the cobbled streets. The neighbouring village, with its pub and restaurant is just 1½ miles away, and Blankney Golf Club, an 18-hole golf course, is under ½ mile.
Rectory Cottage has been renovated to a high standard of comfort, with two bathrooms on the first floor, one of which is en-suite. Relax in front of the cosy wood burner with a good book or enjoy the view of the mature garden from the conservatory or have a soak in the hot tub - there is plenty of space for everyone. A network of footpaths, offering country walks, is easily accessible and the area offers great cycle routes. Shops and pub/restaurants 1½ miles.

These superb, semi-detached luxury barn conversions, Boot Room (UK34849) and Tack Room (UK34850) enjoy views down to the lake and woods behind. Sympathetically renovated, they retain as many original features as possible, and ooze comfort and quality. They offer open plan living on the ground floor with tiled floors and a lovely wood burner for cosy nights in after a day exploring the Lincolnshire Wolds. Two double bedrooms with kingsize beds and each with their own en-suite shower room will make these popular with couples and families alike who are after a peaceful relaxing break away from it all. Outside you have your own patio and enclosed lawn garden where you can sit back and enjoy the view to the lake and woodland behind. Lily Pad Lodge (UK10956) is a stunning, semi-detached holiday cottage, adjacent to the owners’ home, nestles in beautiful grounds abundant with birds and wildlife. Sit back and relax in front of the wood burner, or sink into the bubbles of your very own hot tub.
Nestling in the owners’ beautiful grounds abundant with birds and wildlife, these properties have footpath access from the grounds which leads onto a bridle path and on to the village of Donington-on-Bain, with its tearoom, post office, village shop and pub for refreshments.
Lincoln is approximately 30 minutes’ drive away, with its cathedral and castle, just two of the many attractions on offer for all the family. To the east are the sandy beaches of the traditional seaside resorts of Skegness and Mablethorpe, and the market towns of Horncastle and Louth are also just a short drive away. There are excellent walks and cycle routes available straight from the door, and the property has a lockable bike store available. Shop, pub and restaurant 2 miles.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 12 guests.

These luxury barn conversions, converted in 2020, have been superbly appointed to provide the utmost comfort for guests. Enjoying a peaceful rural location in the Lincolnshire countryside a miles walk from the village pub, with fishing on-site, lovely walks straight from the door and each with their own private bubbling hot tub, they are perfect for a peaceful break away from it all.
Within 30 minutes is the east coast with its Blue Flag sandy beaches and traditional seaside resorts including Gibraltar Point nature reserve. Visit the Boston Stump or travel to Horncastle for its numerous antique and collectibles shops to browse. WWII enthusiasts can visit the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight at RAF Coningsby and enjoy watching the Lancaster Bomber ’Just Jane’ doing taxi runs at Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre at East Kirkby about 15 minutes drive away.
A day exploring the local countryside including the nearby Lincolnshire Wolds can be easily broken up with many good pubs and cafes offering refreshment on your travels. Beach 23 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.