Dick's Cottage

All Rutland, Central England

Thatched grade two listed cottage in the heart of Rutland
Sleeps 8 people, refurbished throughout
Only 5 miles from Rutland Water
Ideal for walking, fishing, birdwatching and cycling breaks

Dick's Cottage sits in the village of Cottesmore, in the heart of Rutland, close to the market towns of Stamford, Oakham and Uppingham. This beautiful thatched, grade two listed cottage has been refurbished throughout and sleeps 8 people, making it suited to family holidays or breaks with friends. It's only 5 miles from Rutland Water, and the operator highlights the area as ideal for walking, fishing, birdwatching and cycling. Nearby attractions include the Workshop museum, Rocks by Rail, and Rutland Falconry & Owl Centre, while Oakham station is around 4 miles away for those travelling by train. Whether you want an active break outdoors or simply time away with the family, the surrounding Rutland countryside offers plenty to explore.

How far to…

Rutland Water: 5 miles
Station: 4 miles
Beach: 3.6 miles

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Details taken from the operator's own website on 29 Oct 2026 — check current terms when you book.

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Sat 14 Nov · 09:30

Care and Repair Workshops

Melton Carnegie Museum, Leicestershire · 9.7 mi

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Mon 16 Nov · 19:00

Early Christmas Sip & Paint at The Bull, Market Deeping

The Bull, Market Deeping, Market Deeping · 14.8 mi

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Sat 12 Dec · 22:00

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Gold Nite Spot 8 Market Place Grantham NG31 6LJ, Grantham · 13.9 mi

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Fri 22 Jan · 19:30

The George Harrison Project

Guildhall Arts Centre, Grantham · 13.7 mi

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£1,042 per break

Sleeps: 8
Book with: cottages.com

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🏖️ Nearest beaches

Rutland Water Whitwell Creek Excellent3.6 mi
Rutland Water Sykes Lane Excellent4 mi

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🚆 Arriving by train

Oakham 4 miles
Stamford 9 miles
Melton Mowbray 9.8 miles

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Places to visit

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Castle & Heritage · 1.8 mi

Exton Hall

Castle & Heritage · 3.8 mi

Oakham Castle

National Trust · 6.9 mi

Woolsthorpe Manor (Isaac Newton's Birthplace)

Theme Park · 9.4 mi

Twin Lakes Adventure Park

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Melton Carnegie Museum Leicestershire · 9.7 mi 2 on

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