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Piper House - A light filled conversion of an ancient building - rural location

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Property grounds
Exterior
Smart TV, DVD player, ping pong, toys
Dining
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

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1 bedroom7 bathrooms3460 sq ft

Popular amenities

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  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • GymGymGym

Explore the area

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Aunby, England
  • Popular LocationStamford Meadows10 min drive
  • Popular LocationGrimsthorpe Castle13 min drive
  • Popular LocationBurghley House15 min drive
  • AirportEast Midlands (EMA)95 min drive

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Piper House - A light filled conversion of an ancient building - rural location

Space, light & clean air in a large, quirky home close to Stamford. A place where you & your family can all be just far enough from home to feel like a holiday.

Over 3460 sq feet of internal space, room to enjoy.

All rates quoted in VRBO incl their commission charges - we also take bookings through our own website.

Book now for 2024 - something to look forward to in the New Year! The house is fantastic for families and friends, space to be together and not on top of one another. Take the pressure off travelling overseas and put something in the diary for a few days with those you love in our off the beaten track but well connected corner of beautiful England .

Piper House is a haven, extremely rural and surrounded by fresh air and open fields with far reaching views.

Tennis, yoga shala (optional), ping pong, wildflower meadow.

Tennis,
yoga shala (optional and by arrangement),
50 ft reception room,
open plan kitchen & wide screen TV den,
wildflower meadow.
Weekend min 2 nights (except BH 3 nights and Xmas/NYE),
MIDWEEK BREAKS MIN 4 NIGHTS CHARGE.
Weekends are generally assumed to be Fr/Saturday nights and Sunday is priced as a midweek. If however you prefer to stay Sat/ Sun then the Sunday night would be priced as a weekend night. This is just to allow those people who prefer to stay 3 nights not to be charged for three peak rate nights. If you request a Sat/Sun stay the site will quote based on one weekend night rate and one midweek rate night which will be inaccurate, apologies for this, but if you do want the Sat/Sun night weekend and to check out on a Monday, please contact us for the correct rate.

Gt road links (A1). 100 m fm London, and easily accessible from the north east and west, meet in the heart of the country.

All major supermarkets deliver here, so just bring yourselves and take time to decompress and reconnect.

A characterful and rambling property with 7 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms which offers nearly 3460 square feet of space internally.
Piper has the option to take an additional yoga studio (accommodating up to 12 mats, with an outside deck which can take more (subject to the weather). The studio has two additional therapy rooms and a large outdoor deck shala, which stands in the wildflower meadow.

Piper has been converted with great care and attention to detail - the house is light filled and warm, always welcoming. Three separate seating areas allow different age groups to have their own space - the cosy snug has a fantastic TV - always popular with those wanting to chill out with a film. We can provide cots and high chairs, and the house comes with an array of toys and books.
With direct access onto the bridleway - guests can walk out from the front door. Red Kites often nest in the meadow - which itself is a wonderful amenity for those who enjoy the countryside. There is a superb all weather tennis court for those wishing to play (please let us know if you intend to play so we can make sure the net is in place!) The court is ONLY to be used for tennis please.There is a small terraced 'desert garden' with table and chairs - ideal for a barbeque - overlooking the meadow - and we are happy for guests to enjoy the meadow.
The lodge is part of a very rural hamlet and is extremely quiet and peaceful - it is an oasis of calm. Especially when the sun is shining!
We welcome weekend guests for a min stay of 2 nights, midweek breaks are a min stay of 4 nights. Bank holiday weekends are a min of 3 nights, 4 nights over Christmas, New Year and Easter. Weekends are Fri/Sat unless by specific arrangement.
We aim to be flexible so contact us if your requirements fall outside these guidelines! It is hard to price the house in a 'one price fits all way' as all groups are different - please contact us for a precise rate for your group.

Property manager

K Maitland

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sunloungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 7 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Ping pong table
  • Games room
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Decking or patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Golf on site
  • Gym on site
  • Table tennis on site
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Unit size: 3460 sq ft (321 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 28

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
This property uses solar energy
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 is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Stamford

Located in Stamford, this holiday home is in a rural area. Browne's Hospital and Museum and Rutland Open Air Theatre are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Bourne Market and The Burghley Centre. Travelling with kids? Consider Paint A Pot Place and Cookes Field. Sailing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.

What's nearby

  • Rutland Open Air Theatre - 10 min drive
  • Stamford Meadows - 10 min drive
  • Grimsthorpe Castle - 13 min drive
  • Rutland Water Nature Reserve - 14 min drive
  • Burghley House - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Stamford Station - 20 min drive
  • Nottingham (NQT) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Green Man - 9 min drive
  • Danish Invader Inn - 10 min drive
  • The Tobie Norris - 9 min drive
  • Mama Liz's - 9 min drive
  • The 8848 - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Piper House - A light filled conversion of an ancient building - rural location pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Piper House - A light filled conversion of an ancient building - rural location?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Piper House - A light filled conversion of an ancient building - rural location?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Piper House - A light filled conversion of an ancient building - rural location located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of The Toft Country House Hotel and Golf Club, Browne's Hospital and Museum, and St Mary's Church. Paint A Pot Place and Cookes Field are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 12 reviews" "
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9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Lauren C.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Lovely weekend away
Lovely getaway for a group of ladies for a hen party. House is a great location and a lovely property. Only downstairs is the cleanliness of the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic venue for a family gathering
Lovely property in an excellent setting, with all the facilities we need. Hosts very accommodating too - would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicola D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family reunion
Great place for a family reunion. Kids enjoyed the tennis, ping-pong and outdoor space. Lovely big kitchen table for communal meals. Bedrooms comfy and clean. Host was great - good communication and quick response to our questions and needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Birthday Celebration Weekend
Basically it ticked all the boxes that we were looking for : location; size; facilities; amenities; friendliness and helpfulness of the host. We were able to relax and enjoy the occasion in near perfect surroundings.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hannah K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding weekend
The house is absolutely stunning, very well equipped and perfect for our weekend of families coming together. Kate is a brilliant host and made sure we were very well looked after. I would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic property!
We stayed over New Year and, as three families including 8 children, we found the house to be excellent. There is lots of space… the kids commandeered one lounge so the adults had the other… there are plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms. We especially loved the outdoor space, which was enormous and included a tennis court, table tennis, a small lake, river and beautiful views. The only slight negative was the size of the kitchen which is very small for the size of the property, but there is another small kitchen at the other end of the property if needed and it certainly didn’t affect the enjoyment of our stay. The hosts, Kate and Matthew, were lovely and very accommodating - even when we arrived 20 minutes early and our Sainsburys delivery arrived at the same time (an hour earlier than booked!). They made sure we had everything we needed, and were very quick to respond when we had an issue with the WiFi, resolving the problem immediately. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jayantilal v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful getaway
Good staycation with 11 other family members. Over the stay was exactly as it states on the Web page by the host. Good host with good local knowledge
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Amina Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bank holiday weekend
12 of us stayed at Piper Lodge over the bank holiday weekend. The house was spacious and as the pictures show. Each room had its own bathroom, which was a real bonus and the kitchen was well stocked for a self catered weekend. The house is attached to the owner’s, which we weren’t previously aware of so we didn’t realise we would be sharing the grounds and the tennis court with the family, who used it frequently over the weekend. There are multiple other neighbours close by so being outside and playing music was a bit of an issue but overall we enjoyed our stay and Kate was a good host who was always on hand to answer our questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful surroundings
A lovely and spacious home in lovely surroundings, perfect for a week away. The tennis court and yoga studio are a great bonus and the grounds are huge and perfectly maintained.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Maria G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excelent
Everything we expected and more