Lake View Cottage

About this property

Alford 1.8 miles. Lake View Cottage is a delightful single-storey retreat nestled within quaint, expansive grounds on the outskirts of the Lincolnshire Wolds National Landscape. Set at the end of a long driveway that winds through open fields and beneath a graceful weeping willow, this detached cottage enjoys a truly stunning location, looking out across a tranquil lake. The estate lies just a few miles from Alford, perfectly positioned between the rolling hills of the Lincolnshire Wolds AONB and the wide skies of the East Coast. With generous off-road parking and a serene countryside setting, it’s the perfect getaway for families or friends seeking rest and relaxation.

Inside, the spacious kitchen/diner is fully equipped for a self-catering stay, offering the ideal spot to enjoy home-cooked meals or plan your day’s adventures over breakfast. The inviting sitting room features plush seating, a Smart TV, and a warming open fire, perfect for quiet evenings in after exploring the local area. The cottage offers three well-presented double bedrooms, each providing a place to rest those sleepy heads with countryside views that are a joy to wake up to. A family bathroom includes a bath with overhead and handheld showers, plus a heated towel rail, while a separate cloakroom with WC adds extra convenience.

Step outside to a wraparound garden, where you can sip your morning coffee or dine alfresco, surrounded by the quaint sounds of nature and the beauty of the estate grounds. Lake View Cottage is ideally located for exploring the best of Lincolnshire. Discover the charming village of Well, the bustling market town of Alford, and the historic Gunby Hall Estate. Enjoy scenic walks and cycle routes through the Lincolnshire Wolds AONB, or head east to the coastal towns for a day by the sea. At the end of your day’s adventures, retreat back to your inviting haven at Lake View Cottage, the ultimate home-away-from-home.

Alford is a charming market town in Lincolnshire. It is set at the foot of the Lincolnshire Wolds, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is about 11 miles north-west of the coastal resort of Skegness. There is a wide range of shops including a pharmacy, grocers and two butchers as well as a large shop which specialises in doll’s houses and their contents. Alford has become an important centre for arts and crafts with many markets held throughout the year. The main market is held in the Market Place every Tuesday and Friday with the craft market being held every August Bank Holiday as well as Christmas markets being held every year. Alford is known for its Grade I listed working windmill, which is used commercially to produce stone-ground organic flour. Alford Manor House is a central point in the town, with its exhibitions and museum as well as a tea room and open gardens. With Alford being set in the Lincolnshire Wolds, there are plenty of walking and cycling routes to follow or even take a trip to the Lincolnshire Wolds Railway or Claythorpe Watermill and Wildfowl Gardens, where you will find plenty of birds and animals, with plenty of space to sit and relax with great views of the old mill. Within 30 mins, you will find the seaside resorts of Skegness and Mablethorpe, with great beaches, making a great playground for children and adults alike. For something different, why not visit the towns of Louth or Horncastle, which both have a good range of shops and pubs as well as regular street and farmers markets? Whatever you decide to do, you will not be short of choice for your holiday in this lovely area of Lincolnshire.

Accommodation

Single-storey.

Three bedrooms: 2 x double, 1 x small double.

Bathroom with bath, handheld shower, shower over, basin, and heated towel rail.

Cloakroom with WC.

Kitchen/diner.

Sitting room with open fire

Oil central heating.

Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.

Smart TV, WiFi.

Fuel, power, and starter pack for open fire included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Ample off-road parking - 2 Spaces beside the house.

An additional 4 spaces if needed.

Non-enclosed wraparound garden with lawn.

Two well behaved pets welcome from 23rd January 2026.

Sorry no smoking.

A travel cot and high chair is available.

Shop 1.3 miles, pub 1.5 miles