The Old Sweet Shop, Scalford

Leicestershire. Sleeps up to 6

This heart-warming semi-detached cottage is situated in the village of Scalford in Leicestershire, with a homely interior perfect for you and your loved ones. Whether you are planning a romantic break or a holiday with the family, this retreat offers a comfortable base to begin your getaway in style. The kitchen has been modernised with a breakfast bar, ideal for a warm drink in the early hours before heading out on your adventures. A charming dining room is elevated by a woodburner, tucked away into a characterful fireplace, for a cosy evening. The lounge is home to an L shape sofa and also benefits from a woodburner which continues your snug night, in a wonderful fashion. Three bedrooms are available for you to choose from, each complete to a delightful standard with warm coloured wooden flooring and décor. Close by, a family bathroom is finished with neat fittings containing a bath with a shower over for a classic finish. Spend some time exploring the village, surrounded by rural farmland and many footpaths where you may discover architectural remnants of a disused railway line among the fields. Take a stroll around the pretty church, or sit in front of a log fire in the the cosy pub just over the road serving hand raised pies among other delights. Scalford retains a collection of amenities and embraces a good community spirit. You will feel right at home. Oakham is worth a visit, whilst Stamford can be easily accessed for its magnificent Georgian architecture, niche shopping as well as beautiful riverside meadows. A pleasant cottage, not to be missed.