Posted in Burghley Horse Trials
November 1st, 2022
The dates have been released for Burghley Horse Trials 2023, and the event is taking place from Thursday 31st August 2023 to Sunday 3rd September 2023. If you are coming to the Burghley Horse Trials next year and are looking for self-catering accommodation close to Burghley, then why not consider a stay at Puddle Cottage? […]
Posted in 4 Star Cottage Rutland, Dog Friendly Cottage Rutland, Puddle Cottage, Self catering cottage Rutland
September 30th, 2022
We are delighted to announce that following today’s inspection by Visit England we are thrilled to have retained our 4 star status at Puddle Cottage for the 10th year running! We were also thrilled that Snowdrop Cottage was also awarded 4 stars by Visit England at its first ever inspection. We would like to thank […]
Posted in Puddle Cottage, Rutland Birdwatching, Rutland Nature Reserve, Rutland Water, Things to do in Rutland
March 16th, 2021
International travel may not be possible for us at the moment but COVID restrictions don’t apply to wildlife! We were delighted to hear that the Ospreys have started to return back to the area and seem to have settled in well! Normally, at this time of the year, we love welcoming guests who visit Rutland […]
Posted in Puddle Cottage
November 5th, 2020
Thanks to our lovely guests who have shared this wonderful photo which has even more meaning today than normal with a ray of hope in the background. It turns out that today will be the last day we will be open for a little while. If you are due to stay this month, don’t worry […]
Posted in Eating out in Rutland, Rutland News
July 9th, 2020
With pubs and restaurants finally able to re-open their doors, it is great to see that the local village pub in Edith Weston, The Wheatsheaf, is back open with new safety measures in place including a large outdoor marquee which spans their whole patio area, in addition to their beer garden. The Wheatsheaf is now open […]
Posted in 4 Star Cottage Rutland, Accommodation Rutland, Dog Friendly Cottage Rutland
June 23rd, 2020
After months of being closed due to Covid-19, we are delighted to announce that following the Government’s announcement today, we will be re-opening Puddle Cottage on Monday 13th July 2020! We are now busy taking bookings for the Summer. The availability is up to date on our website should you wish to book http://www.puddle.fcstest.co.uk/tariff-and-availability Puddle Cottage […]
Posted in 4 Star Cottage Rutland, Rutland Nature Reserve, Rutland Water
June 21st, 2020
After months of being closed due to Covid-19, I am delighted to see that more parts of Rutland Water Park are now re-opening. It was announced today that Rutland Water Nature Reserve will re-open tomorrow (Monday 22nd June 2020). The following, however, still applies: The Beach is closed The Aquapark remains closed Watersports remains limited (day launch only, […]
Posted in 4 Star Cottage Rutland, Accommodation Rutland, Dog Friendly Cottage Rutland, Puddle Cottage, Self catering cottage Rutland
September 4th, 2019
For a limited time only, we have released a special 2 night stay throughout January 2020! The price includes a pile of logs, coal and kindling for the open fire! Well behaved dogs are very welcome at Puddle Cottage for an additional £20 to cover the additional cleaning. To book please email enquiries@puddle-cottage.co.uk. We would […]
Posted in Accommodation Rutland, Dog Friendly Cottage Rutland, Puddle Cottage, Self catering cottage Rutland
August 28th, 2019
If you are looking to visit a National Trust property whilst you are staying at Puddle Cottage, Belton House is well worth a visit. Situated in Grantham, Belton House can be easily reached with a 25 mile drive straight up the A1 motorway. There are over 1300 acres of parkland to explore as well as […]
Posted in Dog Friendly Cottage Rutland, Guest Feedback, Puddle Cottage
July 9th, 2019
Here is the guest feedback for June 2019: We always feel at home in the cottage. Many thanks for the warm welcome. We will be back. See you next year. Ken, Joan and Maddie Excellent accommodation – well equipped, comfortably furnished, dry and warm. In a lovely village surrounded by lovely countryside and easy access […]