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Primrose Hall
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2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Master

1 Double Bed

Twin bedroom

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs shower room

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs cloakroom

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Primrose Hall Holiday Cottage, near Rutland Water

Primrose Hall Cottage is a beautifully converted two bedroom stone barn in the heart of Rutland. Comfortably sleeping four guests, perfect for families, couples, long breaks or pop weekend stays.
Situated in Empingham which borders Rutland Water, its the perfect location to enjoy and explore the area. The cottage offers comfortable and homely accommodation and is steeped in history and character. We are dog friendly, offer free WiFi and like to be as flexible as possible with check in and departure times.
We offer contactless check in and departure , using a key safe at the property, avoiding personal interaction if you prefer.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Oakham

Located in Oakham, this cottage is in a rural area and near a water park. Browne's Hospital and Museum and Rutland County Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include William Browne Hospital and Oakham Castle. Consider Launde Abbey for a night out or Barnsdale Gardens if you're travelling with kids. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Oakham

What's nearby

  • Rutland Water Nature Reserve - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Rutland Zorbing - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Rutland Water Country Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Burghley House - 14 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Loughborough University - 50 min drive - 60.8 km

Getting around

  • Oakham Station - 11 min drive
  • Nottingham (NQT) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Green Man - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Railway Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪danish invader - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Birch Tree Café - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Jolly Brewer - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Primrose Hall Holiday Cottage, near Rutland Water pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Primrose Hall Holiday Cottage, near Rutland Water?

As of 3 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Primrose Hall Holiday Cottage, near Rutland Water on 6 Apr 2026 start from AU$239, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Primrose Hall Holiday Cottage, near Rutland Water?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Primrose Hall Holiday Cottage, near Rutland Water?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Primrose Hall Holiday Cottage, near Rutland Water?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Primrose Hall Holiday Cottage, near Rutland Water located?

This family-friendly Oakham cottage is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of Rutland Zorbing, Rutland Water Nature Reserve and Rutland Water Country Park. Normanton Church is 3 mi (4.9 km) away.

Reviews

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Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 45 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

jackie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and tidy property. Had everything we needed for our stay. Very close to Rutland water and close for driving to local towns and sightseeing areas. Host was very good at communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback.So pleased you enjoyed your time at Primrose Hall. Hope to see you again you would be very welcome Best wishes Dale and Helen
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10/10 Excellent

Ben A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely new year's stay. Great communication from the hosts. High quality accommodation with real attention to detail and personal touches. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jan 2026
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. So pleased you enjoyed your stay at Primrose Hall. Hope to see you again, you would be very welcome Best wishes Dale and Helen
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10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely spot, couldn’t fault it
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept 2025
So pleased you enjoyed your time at Primrose Hall. Hope to see you again, you would be very welcome Best wishes Dale and Helen
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10/10 Excellent

Lynne E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent holiday cottage cosy warm very clean all facilities there beds very comfortable Lovely box with fresh bread, milk, orange juice eggs James butter spread all left for us.Easy to get to Stamford and Oakham We even borrowed folding chairs for Saturday at Burghley Lovely stay
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept 2025
Thank you very much for your feedback. So glad you enjoyed your time at Primrose Hall. Hope to see you again, when diaries permit, you would be very welcome Many thanks Dale and Helen
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10/10 Excellent

kevan b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brilliant holiday cottage.

Wow what a lovely holiday cottage a real home from home. The hosts were great and the smell of welcoming bread was lovely.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2022
Thanks for your lovely feedback. So pleased you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you back at Primrose Hall next time Best wishes
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10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

That good we came back

Lovely property in a lovely area.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Oct 2024
So glad you enjoyed another stay in Rutland at Primrose Hall. Hope to see you again next year Best wishes Dale and Helen
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A perfect cottage for our annual fishing trip to Rutland reservoir! Faultless communication, exceptionally clean and a wonderful place to stay. Thanks so much!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jayne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage is lovely and we were so pleased to be presented with some freshly baked bread, fresh eggs and other things. The location is perfect for exploring and all villages etc are so close. Food in surrounding villages excellent, particularly the fox and the Wheatsheaf.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

Lovely cottage set in the heart of a beautiful village. Very clean and well equipped. Lovely welcome pack.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Apr 2024
So pleased you enjoyed your stay at Primrose Hall. Look forward to seeing you back again in October Best wishes Dale and Helen
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10/10 Excellent

L M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just perfect!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Primrose Hall Cottage. It was immaculately clean, cozy & contained
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2023
So pleased you enjoyed your stay. Hope to see you again at Primrose Hall, you would be very welcome
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10/10 Excellent

Darren P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful weekend break

Had a great time at primrose hall, beautifully finished cottage with wonderful period features.Dale was a great host and the welcome basket was a lovely touch thanks again and see you soon.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 June 2022
So glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again at Primrose Hall, you would be very welcome
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gloriously cosy

*charming *comfortable *full of character *well-provisioned *perfect for exploring Rutland
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug 2022
Thank you so much for your kind words. So pleased you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again soon. Best wishes Dale and Helen
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10/10 Excellent

Andrea w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super cottage & great hosts

Fabulous, quirky cottage. Everything you could want for a break near Rutland Water, which is in walking distance. The hosts have thought of everything from lots of fluffy towels to a freshly baked loaf of bread to go with the pots of homemade preserves.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2023
So pleased you enjoyed your stay at Primrose Hall. Hope to see you again, you would be very welcome Best wishes Dale & Helen
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10/10 Excellent

Marc T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic little house in Empingham

We stayed at this house for the second time, using it as a base for fishing at the nearby by reservoirs of Rutland, Grafham, and Pitsford. It's a great property, very well equipped and comfortable. Communications with the owners were easy and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Apr 2024
So pleased you enjoyed your stay at Primrose Hall. Hope to see you again next year, you would be very welcome
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10/10 Excellent

Caroline O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect in every way

A beautifully converted cottage in a stunning location. The friendliest and most welcoming hosts ever. Superbly equipped, lovely welcoming touches, comfortable, home from home.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept 2023
So pleased you enjoyed your stay and thank you for the lovely feedback. We look forward to seeing you again next year Best wishes Dale and Helen
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10/10 Excellent

David V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

You get what you pay for.

Full of history and bags of character. A great location for walks, within easy distance to Rutland water. Many places to visit from gardens, stately homes and much much more.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Catch up with friend

The property is a little gem. It is so comfy and perfect for a short or long break, whatever the weather. We had a fantastic time and Dale and Helen were perfect hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2023
So glad you enjoyed your stay at Primrose Hall. Welcome again anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quality accommodation

The cottage is very comfortable with all the conveniences anyone could need for a pleasant stay. Lots of lovely period features in this historical building. A very pleasant surprise was the lovely groceries at arrival. Dale and Helen were lovely hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept 2022
So pleased you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again soon, you would be very welcome
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10/10 Excellent

Ann-Christin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Cottage for a classic holiday in the midlands

The cottage is wonderful restored and was exactly what is promised in the pictures. The hosts were just as nice. Starting from the cottage you find some nice footpaths or reach famous cities like Nottingham, Manchester or York within max 2 hours.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 June 2022
So glad you enjoyed your stay with us at Primrose Hall. Hope to see you again when you visit the UK again Best wishes Dale and Helen
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Coleen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great place to stay

A beautiful property with bags of charm. It was very well equipped, comfortable and spotlessly clean. Our hosts had left a lovely welcome basket and texted to make sure we had everything we needed. Well placed for visiting Rutland water and exploring the local area. It didn’t bother us but one thing to consider if you have light sleepers in your party: Inevitably as an old property the upstairs floors creak a bit which some may find disturbing.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr 2025
So glad you enjoyed your stay, hope to see you again at Primrose Hall, you would be very welcome
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10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Primrose Hall is unmissable!! We fell in love with the cottage immediately - it is cosy and very charmingly furnished and decorated, with a log burner and very well-equipped kitchen. Dale is an excellent and very generous host providing many thoughtful extras including homemade jams and freshly baked bread. He is extremely helpful and responded promptly to all our queries and requests. The surrounding area is very beautiful and we enjoyed walks by Rutland Water and visits to bustling attractive market towns nearby.Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Oct 2025
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. So pleased you enjoyed your time at Primrose Hall, we hope to see you again, you would be very welcome Best wishes Dale and Helen
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharee C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just homely

It had everything we needed - a comfortable ground floor with kitchen, dining area and lounge (open plan) with a shower room off, plus snug bedrooms and toilet upstairs. Not to mention the welcoming goodies! Close to Rutland Water and ideally placed between Stamford, Uppingham and Oakham …
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Oct 2024
So pleased you enjoyed your stay at Primrose Hall. Hope to see you again some day, you would be very welcome
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10/10 Excellent

Jo G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Reunion!

Incredible conversion of a very interesting barn. All history provided. Hope to meet up again at Primrose Barn.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Dec 2023
So glad you enjoyed your stay. Hope to see you again soon
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10/10 Excellent

Adele A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quintessentially English

Beautiful cottage with charm and personality. Spotlessly clean, catering for all your needs (and your dog). The warm welcome of smelling of fresh bread on arrival. Lovely country walks from the doorstep.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2022
So pleased you enjoyed your stay Adele. Hope to see you again at Primrose Hall soon, you would be very welcome Best wishes
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10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect in every way

We absolutely loved our stay at Primrose Hall, when we arrived the owners had left a warm loaf of bread, eggs, juice etc. the place was spotless and we can not think of anything that wasn't just perfect. The village of Empingham is so pretty and our hound loved going to nearby Rutland water. We would without hesitation stay here again. Thank you both so much.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Apr 2025
Thank you so much for your stay. So pleased you enjoyed your time at Primrose Hall. Hope to see you again you would be very welcome Best wishes Dale & Helen

About the host

Hosted by Dale Bacon

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We have lived in the stunning village of Empingham for over 30 years. We brought up our children here, we are invested in the area and now in Primrose Hall Cottage, which we are keen to share with our guests. My wife Helen who is a primary school teacher, has to do the tough stuff, while I, having retired from a sales and marketing career get to enjoy and develop our new venture. Please do come and experience what we have to offer at Primrose Hall cottage and tell your friends!

Why they chose this property

Steeped in history and character the cottage is a perfect getaway for a short break or longer stay. Benefiting from an excellent location to access the many amenities of Rutland and the surrounding area.
Your stay will be a comfortable, homely experience with everything provided that you will need and hopefully more.

What makes this property unique

The cottage is unique and unparalleled, with bags of character and original features. Having a rich and varied past, originally as a stone barn, it has seen many purposes over the years including a meeting place for the Primrose League. Built some 250 years ago is Grade II listed and still benefits from some unusual features including an owl hatch, original beams, an oak block floor and small triangular feature windows.

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