• Entire home
  • 969 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • View
  • Garden
  • Pet friendly
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Private Bathroom
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Bumble Bee offers accommodations in Oakham, 25 miles from Kelmarsh Hall and 26 miles from University of Leicester. The 4-star vacation home is 25 miles from Belgrave Road. Free Wifi is available throughout the property and Leicester Train Station is 25 miles away. The vacation home features 1 bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom. A TV is featured. The accommodation is non-smoking. Guests at Bumble Bee will be able to enjoy activities in and around Oakham, like golfing, cycling, and fishing. Guests can also relax in the garden. De Montfort University is 26 miles from the accommodation, while Burghley House is 8.8 miles away. The nearest airport is East Midlands Airport, 45 miles from Bumble Bee.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)


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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.2
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.4
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Martin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    idilic little cottage, ideal for peace in the country
  • Linda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    loved the cottage would definitely stay again, sofa bed a little awkward to turn round but all good a cosy once done
  • Jez
    Spain Spain
    It was cozy and comfortable and met with all expectations, just a very charming cottage, the perfect holiday cottage.

Managed by Sykes Holiday Cottages

Company review score: 9.1Based on 73,518 reviews from 21551 properties
21551 managed properties

Company info

Sykes Holiday Cottages is an independent holiday cottage rental agency, with the finest selection of holidays across the UK and Ireland. Whether it’s a family-friendly holiday, a pet-friendly holiday or an activity and adventure-filled holiday, find your ideal UK break with Sykes Holiday Cottages. Our sister brands include Abersoch Quality Homes, Best of Suffolk, Carbis Bay Holidays, Character Cottages, Coast and Country Cottages, Coast and Country Holidays, Cornish Cottage Holidays, Dream Cottages, Heart of the Lakes, Helpful Holidays, Hideaways, Hogans Irish Cottages, John Bray, Lakes Cottage Holidays, Lake District Lodge Holidays, Lakelovers, Manor Cottages, Menai Holidays, Northumbria Coast & Country, Welsh Coast and Country Cottages and Yorkshire Coastal Cottages, and our family extends as far as Bachcare in New Zealand.

Property info

Bumble Bee is a lovely thatched cottage nestled in Wakerley, near Barrowden, East Midlands. Hosting one double bedroom with an en-suite bathroom, sleeping a total of two guests. There is a ground-floor cloakroom, fitted kitchen, dining room and sitting room with a coal-effect gas fire. Outside has an enclosed lawned garden and patio area with furniture. Bumble Bee is a wonderful choice for a rural escape to the East Midlands. Parking is available a few yards down the road from the property, as the property is on a bend. Note: This property may not be suitable for those with limited mobility Note: This property may not be suitable for those with limited This property is situated near a bend; parking is a few yards down the road from the up to the end of Oct 2022 due to an issue in the local area, the internet access at the property is very intermittent and therefore cannot be guaranteed

Neighborhood info

Barrowden is a village and civil parish resting in the East Midlands, within the Rutland district. The modest village has access to a convenience store and local pub/restaurant for your amenities. Surrounded by history and adventure, you can access The Rutland Water for watersports and Rutland Water Golf Club. Discover the thriving towns and cities of Corby, Peterborough and Leicester for a wide-range of attractions.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Bumble Bee
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular amenities
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
Parking
Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and charges may apply.
  • Street parking
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Heating
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Outdoors
  • Garden
Activities
  • Cycling
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
Outdoor & View
  • View
Miscellaneous
  • Smoke-free property
Safety & security
  • Carbon monoxide detector
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

Bumble Bee takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

No cribs or extra beds are available.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Bumble Bee accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

FAQs about Bumble Bee

  • Bumble Bee offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)

  • The prices at Bumble Bee may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, Bumble Bee is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Check-in at Bumble Bee is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Bumble Bee can accommodate this group size:

    • 4 guests

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Bumble Bee has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 1 bedroom

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  • Bumble Bee is 8.1 miles from the center of Oakham. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.