The Big Splash, Broxholme Near Saxilby

Lincolnshire. Sleeps up to 7

Saxilby 2.3 miles. Resting on a country lane in the village of Broxholme in the Lincolnshire countryside is Carriers Cottage, a semi-detached house sleeping six guests. Carriers Cottage has been designed with wheelchair users in mind boasting ramp access and a ground-floor bedroom with en-suite wet room, offering a holiday retreat for everyone, and featuring an outdoor swimming pool shared with the holiday let next door and the owners. Park up to two cars on the off-road parking area before entering into the property, with a ramp leading up to double doors and into the kitchen/diner. Be impressed by the range cooker and hob, along with lots for excellent quality appliances to assist you on your self-catered stay, with underfloor heating throughout the property and a quaint, country style. Enjoy your meals at the dining table together before spending your evening relaxing within the sitting room; light the woodburning stove for extra warmth in winter and settle on one of the sofas before tuning into the TV. A lovely ground-floor bedroom is home to a five-foot queen-size bed and features a wet room with a shower, basin and WC, making this the ideal spot for someone with mobility issues. Take the stairs to the first floor to find a king-size bedroom and a charming triple bunk room containing a three-tier bunk bed, perfect for children. Freshen up in the family bathroom up here too, home to a bath with an overhead shower, or head outside and make use of the handy external shower room to rinse off before getting in the cottage's private hot tub for a relaxing soak. Enjoy fun summer days playing in the outdoor swimming pool, heated in the summer months, or lounge on the outdoor furniture whether sunbathing or dining alfresco. The nearest village which is home to both shops and pubs is Saxilby, a lovely settlement and home to a train station too. Head into the city of Lincoln to do some sightseeing, making sure to visit Lincoln Cathedral to tour the grounds, roof and tower and soak up the fabulous views, as well as making a stop at Lincoln Castle which hosts events throughout the year and offers free guided tours around the walls, Victorian prison and is also home to a copy of the 1215 Magna Carta. Being the cultural hub of the county, Lincoln is home to museums, galleries and theatres, including the Museum of Lincolnshire Life, the award-winning archaeology museum The Collection, and Gainsborough Old Hall. A scenic drive of just over half an hour will bring you to the beautiful Lincolnshire Wolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty where you'll find rolling countryside and idyllic, green landscapes to explore, as well as quaint villages along the way. The Trent Valley Way is a long-distance walking path which follows the River Trent spanning just over 100 miles and is within easy reach of the cottage, join the path at Torksey Lock and head in either direction for a scenic riverside ramble. Enjoy the beauty of the Lincolnshire countryside with your loved ones at Carriers Cottage. Property can be booked with Property 1027422, sleeping 12 in total.

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