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A rural retreat. Great for family holidays and get-togethers.

Family-friendly vacation home in Nottingham

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Muston
  • Place, Muston Meadows National Nature Reserve
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Motorpoint Arena Nottingham
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Nottingham
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Airport, East Midlands (EMA)
    ‪45 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Nottingham

Located within a leisurely stroll of Muston Meadows National Nature Reserve, this vacation home is within a few miles (5 km) of Bottesford Library. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.

What's nearby

  • Muston Meadows National Nature Reserve - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • City Ground - 26 min drive - 19.3 miles
  • Motorpoint Arena Nottingham - 28 min drive - 20.2 miles
  • Theatre Royal - 30 min drive - 21.0 miles
  • University of Nottingham - 31 min drive - 21.5 miles

Getting around

  • Bottesford Station - 4 min drive
  • Nottingham (NQT) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Durham Ox - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Miller & Carter Grantham - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Chequers Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Gap Inn - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

A rural retreat. Great for family holidays and get-togethers.

1 The Green is a delightful 4 bed-roomed holiday cottage in the village of Muston in the Vale of Belvoir (pronounced “Beever”).

This house is a favourite with dog walkers, families and for family reunions and weddings. It is cosy in the winter and peaceful in the summer. Many guests are returners.

The house is actually two farm cottages joined together to make a family house of four bedrooms with gas central heating. The house is newly restored in a sympathetic style using natural ecological paint, and is furnished with antique pieces to suit the house. There is an ample supply of glassware, china and linen. There is a large kitchen with electric stove, microwave oven, fridge, freezer, washing machine and tumble drier; a large sitting- room with television and open fire and an elegant separate dining- room/study.

There are two double bedrooms with double beds and two single bedrooms. There is a bathroom, shower room and a downstairs cloakroom. Outside there is a large front lawn, and at the rear a patio garden. A small conservatory serves as a store for bicycles, walking gear and garden furniture.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen, 1.5 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming 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

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

CHECK-IN TIME is AFTER 3 P.M. AND CHECKOUT is 10 A.M. except by special arrangement. This is a NON SMOKING property.
I would greatly appreciate a personal message about your visit. I can often advise you on the suitability of the property for your purposes.
A stay of two nights is fine, but at the three night rate.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Only one dog is permitted for more than 4 guests.

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25
Property Registration Number 1010120

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.

Property is also known as

A Rural Retreat. Great for Family Holidays Get togethers

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Nottingham within a short 10-minute walk of Muston Meadows National Nature Reserve. You'll also find Belvoir Castle and The Engine Yard within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is A rural retreat. Great for family holidays and get-togethers. a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this historic vacation home include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Are there hot tubs at A rural retreat. Great for family holidays and get-togethers.?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Nottingham (NQT), which is 17.1 mi away (29 minutes by car). Another top airport is East Midlands Airport (EMA), which is around 24.4 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at A rural retreat. Great for family holidays and get-togethers.?

Yes, every accommodation at A rural retreat. Great for family holidays and get-togethers. comes with a deck.

Reviews

A rural retreat. Great for family holidays and get-togethers. Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 139 out of 169 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 169 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 169 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 169 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 169 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine C., Ely, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was a great location for a family birthday. We particularly loved that there was a pub 15 minutes walk away which served all you can eat breakfast which was a great birthday treat without needing to cook.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara A.

Liked: Cleanliness
We stayed at this property in November 2025. The house was warm and welcoming for our family reunion. The kitchen was about the best equipped of any holiday property I have used and makes such a difference. The lounge was comfortable, as were the bedrooms. As we brought our dog we were pleased that the gardens were secure. All in all, it was the perfect place for us and we would consider using it again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful character cottage - perfect for the family - good communication from host
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Caroline F., Ascot, Berkshire

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely cosy property. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Lots to see in the area. We would recommend the property and hope to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Communication with the host is very good. Clear instructions for the property. The house is very comfortable to holiday in. We have stayed a few times and always enjoyed our time there. It does accommodate various age groups and we had a one year old with us. Although we had to shield the glass cupboard. A lovely property with a childrens play park within walking distance. If you have a dog, there are so lovely places to go all walkable from the property. A lovely farm shop selling fresh eggs. Its a great place for a relaxing holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We really enjoyed our long weekend stay at 1, The Green. The cottage is full of character and exceptionally well equipped – it even had hair tongs! It felt homely and comfortable, and was the perfect place to return to after some picturesque walks along the old Grantham Canal and a visit to Belvoir Castle. Lynn was a fantastic host – communication was excellent throughout. When we encountered a minor issue with the boiler on arrival, she swiftly arranged an emergency callout on the Friday evening, which we really appreciated.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison A.

Another great stay

We love this house. Perfect location for rowing at Nottingham to avoid the city.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte P.

Liked: Cleanliness

A perfect little cottage

A wonderful little cottage in a gorgeous setting.Snug for 6 adults but manageable, and everything as it should be.Will hopefully be returning next year for the same event!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous

Fantastic cosy clean xx
Stayed 22 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Property was perfect for 6 of us. Clean, tidy and spacious and really pleased with overall accommodation.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 33 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice H.

Liked: Cleanliness

N

On the edge of a small village. Nice restaurant called the Gap on the edge of the village off A52.Close to Grantham. All mod cons available. Room for 6 and the village has a nice playground. Bottesford is very close for grocery shopping. Would stay here again.
Stayed 13 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely family friendly place

We have just stayed for a week, perfect location for country walks, dog friendly, lovely warm and well equipped house.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

susan R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely area to stay in.

Perfect for dog walking! We stayed for 2 months whilst waiting for our house purchase to finalise. It’s a quirky house and has lots of character. We enjoyed our stay thank you.
Stayed 59 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gemma S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Stay

Lovely cottage which had everything we needed for our week stay. Quiet village with fabulous canal walks. Parc just around the corner which the kids loved and plenty of things to do in the surrounding areas. Thank you for a lovely stay
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Grace W.

Lovely village cottage

We had a lovely stay at 1 The Green. The cottage has plenty of space for 6 guests, a beautiful garden and is in a lovely location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adele S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great base for Belvoir Castle triathlon

Very comfortable and spacious
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful cottage in beautiful location

Great stay for a rowing event in Nottingham. Not too far to travel and out of the hustle and bustle of the city. Property was great, had everything we needed. Thank you x
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pauline B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Country cottage

Ideal location for visiting our family and entertaining them.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home from home

We had a lovely stay with our 2 dogs. The house was well equipt, clean and homely. There were plenty of places to walk the dogs. The owner was really great in terms of responding to communications. Had a wonderful stay. Would defiantly stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles B.

Liked: Cleanliness

A lovely, peaceful break

A very comfortable house in the heart of a beautiful village. The neighbours were wonderfully kind, as was the owner, who did everything to ensure that we had a pleasant stay. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness

A lovely place to stay

We love this holiday let and have stayed a few times as its near family. The area is great for dog walking. The property is clean and very homely
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Petra S.

Liked: Cleanliness

A bliss for soul

The cottage is situated in a beautiful peaceful village. There is lot of places of interest within 30mins drive or countless walks available. House is very well equipped, clean and the interior is very well designed. Utterly worth it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024