Holiday cottages in Waltham on the Wolds

Waltham on the Wolds is an area of open farmland and unspoiled countryside north of Melton Mowbray. There are fishing lakes if you would like to include a spot of fishing in your self-catering holiday.

• Browse for Cottages in and near Waltham on the Wolds in Leicestershire.

Cottage owners would be pleased to let you know about Leicestershire's famous safe cycle trails and the most interesting places to visit. Belvoir Castle is just an easy 7 mile drive from the village.  There's a good programme of events at the Castle with all kinds of activities on the agenda like jousting, classic car rallies, country fairs and so on.

There are some charming villages to explore in the area. Go for a meal in a country pub after a ramble or visit one of several tourist attractions in the area.

Other places to visit not too far away include Rutland Water with its excellent facilities for walking, cycling and watersports.  When it comes to historical cities and towns why not visit Lincoln or Stamford?  It is even possible to visit the Peak District National Park from Waltham on the Wolds which is around an hour and a half away by car.

Two charming country cottages in the village of Waltham on the Wolds in Leicestershire

Well Cottage is a family self-catering cottage located in the village of Waltham on the Wolds which has wonderful high ceilings in the lounge along with exposed wooden beams and an open log fire. This property is 4 star rated and has an enclosed garden and BBQ

Also in this village is the Old Lambing Shed, a romantic barn conversion for two.  This cottage for two benefits from a lovely rural setting with views of the fields, farmlands and hills of the Vale of Belvoir.  For those who enjoy a pint in the local, there is a good country pub just 200 metres walk from the Old Lambing Shed.

Call Anne on 01664 464 255 for more information on these cottages, including availability and pricing.

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