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Hope Cottages, Spilsby, Lincolnshire
Number 1 Hope Cottage
No 1 Hope Cottage offers well featured accommodation for three people in two
bedrooms (one double, one single) and also comprises comfortable lounge,
kitchen/diner and bathroom.
Outside, there is off-road parking for two cars and a garden which includes a
Summerhouse and sundeck as well as boasting pleasing open countryside views.
Beyond the garden to No 1 there is a small orchard, access to which is shared
with guests at our sister cottage, No 2.
Number 2 Hope Cottage
No 2 Hope Cottage is rich in country cottage features including beamed ceiling,
some low height doors and sloping ceiling in the bathroom. The fully refurbished
cottage offers ETB 4 Star accommodation for three people (one Double and one
Single). The kitchen and utility room offer ample space and equipment for your
self catering needs, with dining in the relaxed ambience of the lounge/diner.
The two bedrooms and bathroom are on the first floor via the original winding
staircase.
To the front of the cottage there is a small garden and dedicated off road
parking for two cars; to the rear of the cottage there is a private garden with
summerhouse. Beyond the garden is a small orchard, enjoying views of the open
countryside, which is shared with our sister cottage, No 1.
We make every effort to ensure that you have a comfortable break in the Lincolnshire Wolds. The cottages are graded by the English Tourist Board as 4 star self catering accommodation and we have obtained the Welcome Host award.
Hope Cottages are generously equipped with dishwasher, washer/dryer,
CD/radio, TV/Video/DVD and complimentary safe deposit box. Freshly laundered
linen and towels are included.
The summerhouses and gardens allow you to relax and enjoy the sun without
leaving the cottages. In colder months the cottages are warmly heated to give
that cosy retreat feeling.
Lincolnshire is often described as 'The Secret County' - and perhaps a little surprising too.
Imagine roads with few cars, miles of country walks
away from the crowds, wide open sandy beaches... There's plenty to explore;
Tattersall Castle (National Trust) is a short distance away, the Aviation Museum
at East Kirkby is literally round the corner, the Battle of Britain Memorial
Flight is housed at Coningsby nearby. Outdoor swimming pool, home of English
Golf and a most unusual cinema (Kinema in the Woods) await you at Woodhall Spa
about 15 minutes drive from the cottage. If you are looking for Antiques, try
Horncastle (10 miles) described recently as Britain's Antique Town.
Lincoln - A city of culture and entertainment
Lincoln offers history with its Castle, Cathedral and the historic Bailgate area
(once the site of a Roman Colonnia), The Bishops Palace at the side of the
Cathedral (English Heritage) is worth a visit, including one of the most
northerly vineyards in Europe! A growing range of shops, restaurants and
entertainment venues are also available in Lincoln which is currently undergoing
something of a revival. Check out the Brayford Pool area where the new Lincoln
University is developing fast - and is quite a contrast to historic Lincoln -
here you can also take boat rides to see Lincoln from the waterside.
Local Towns
Haven't got time for a trip to the USA? Well within a few miles of the cottage
you can visit both New York and Boston. The Pilgrim Fathers set off from Boston
and today the town still has the feel of a port. You can climb the tower of
Boston Stump for spectacular views over the county.
Parks, Workshops, Windmills and Teashops
Driving around within a few miles you will find Farm Parks, Country Parks
(nearby Snipe Dales is particularly recommended), Craft workshops, working
Windmills, Brewery (visit Batemans at Wainfleet), Teashops but little touristy
commercialisation.
Markets
Lincolnshire has managed to keep many of the regular markets in its towns, do
check them out - Louth (Wednesday including auction at 11am), Horncastle, Alford
and Boston are all nearby.
Coastline and Beaches, Day Resorts and White Knuckle Rides
For those wanting to visit the coast Lincolnshire has plenty of wide open sandy
beaches.... if you are looking for a quiet beach try Gibraltar Point Nature
Reserve, Donna Nook (for seal watching in Autumn), Anderby Creek or Sutton on
Sea. If you are looking for more excitement at the Seaside; Skegness,
Cleethorpes and Ingoldmells should be for you. Stock car racing, waterskiing,
Butlins for the day, Fantasy Island (some of Britain's biggest white knuckle
rides and gig venue), Pleasure Island (another exciting theme park), Shows and
Funfairs are all available on Lincolnshire's Fun Coast which is about 16 miles
from the cottage.
Above all you can enjoy a peaceful time at Old Bolingbroke.
Tel 01673 861412
Web www.hopecottages.co.uk
Lincolnshire self catering holiday cottages