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The Old Stables

Luxury Self Catering Cottage Outside seating
Sleeps 2 or 4 with sofa bed
Fridge/ freezer
Pub/Restaurant within close walking distance
Dishwasher
TV/DVD player
Washing machine
Video player
Microwave
iPod docking station
Safe locked Storage for bikes

Our luxury self catering Rutland cottage, The old Stables is a newly converted stables and barn that has been sympathetically restored and is now a modern light and airy living space for anyone who wants to get away. Whether travelling for business or pleasure, with a partner or friend this self catering cottage is a haven to which you will want to return to again and again.

Situated in Glaston, which has its own church and pub/ restaurant our holiday cottage is just 6 miles away from the beautiful shores of Rutland water and we are surrounded by an array of unspoilt villages and the attractive market towns of Uppingham (2 miles) and Oakham (6 miles).

Whether you are looking for a holiday, weekend break or short golf break, or if you want to walk, cycle, sail or just get away for a romantic break then we have the ideal place in a great location which has it all, then we would love to welcome you as our guests.

Rutland is England’s smallest county but is an idyllic rural destination offering a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. While being a relatively hidden gem, Rutland is convenient to reach from all directions as it is situated in the heart of the East Midlands, making it the ideal location for short breaks in the UK.

Quietly nestling in the idyllic English countryside, Rutland has much to share with you; not least, fantastic Rutland Water which is Europe’s largest man made reservoir. Rutland offers a taste of traditional England, undiscovered by many and treasured by a lucky few.

The origin of the name Rutland is controversial and hotly debated. Some say it is named after a local landowner called Rota who owned a large estate in the area. Others say that the name stems from the rich red colour of the soil which is found here, and that, over time the name became Rutland. Unfortunately, it looks set to remain a mystery, as there is no conclusive evidence to prove one story or the other.
From 1974 until 1997, Rutland was part of Leicestershire. However it is now a proudly independent county and in 2007 celebrated a decade of independence.
To this day, Rutland remains one of the most charming, proud and attractive rural counties in England.

Whatever you enjoy doing Rutland has it all and has easy access to a variety of activities and events including sailing, fishing, bird watching, cycling, golf, concerts, theatre as well as some cosy pubs and excellent restaurants.

Rutland has the attractive market towns of Oakham and Uppingham and the nearby Stamford also offers some great boutique shopping, gift shops and specialist food stores.

The popular Burghley horse trials also take place here every September on the outskirts of Stamford.

The area has also recently featured in the films of Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice, The Da Vinci Code and the BBC’s adaptation of George Elliot’s Middlemarch.

If there is anything else you would like to know but you cannot find on our website then please, do, call us on 01572821366