
The Bee Cottage Rutland
A Cosy Thatched English Holiday Cottage Near Rutland Water
Step back in time with modern comfort.
A 16th-century white washed thatched cottage  with modern amenities, and room for five guests.

Why Bee Cottage?

Explore Rutland’s Beauty
Just 5 minutes drive from Rutland Water and a short stroll to Cottesmore’s village pub. Ideal for nature lovers, cyclists, and quiet getaways.
Rest Easy in Rustic Comfort
Crisp white sheets, fluffy pillows, and a calming countryside aesthetic. Our beautifully appointed bedrooms are made for deep rest and lazy mornings.

What our guests have to say
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Steve & Hanri have been the perfect hosts. A beautiful house set in a stunning location that's so quiet. The property had everything we needed and we did all our... read more washing before coming home. There lots of little nooks to read a book. 'What Lies beneath' is a good read!
On arrival we were left beautiful treats from the bakery, along with a bottle of wine and treats for our minature dachshund.
The garden was a delight with a table and chairs for all the family. The yellow seated area near the rose is a real treat to enjoy a glass of wine or coffee on your own.
All the recommendations are on a handmade map and we visted quite a few and we're very satisfied.
The local pub 'The Sun Inn' offers the most outstanding food and service. The chip shop around the corner also satisfied our taste buds. Both our children enjoyed the recreation ground court where they played football and basket ball. The surrounding houses are just stunning.
A 5* location and 5* hosts. We will be returning again.Chloe
5/31/2025Fabulous thatched cottage full of character & and in a great location for visiting Rutland Water. Very peaceful and easy parking right opposite. The cottage was squeaky clean and extremely... read more comfortable. Sweet treats from the local bakery, fresh coffee and doggy treats were a really lovely touch. Highly recommend a stay at Bee Cottage, you won’t be disappointed.
Sarah
4/25/2025This cottage was more then we expected! We came to this place to visit family and fell in love with our little home away from home! it suited our family... read more of 5 perfectly!! It was so full of charm and character and was surrounded by lovely setting! We will be back the next time we head that direction!
Heather
4/21/2025 -
This was a very comfortable stay in a well presented, spacious, quirky house. Lots of areas to sit and relax and a great table for family dinners and board games... read more (provided). Despite the surrounding buildings the outdoor area is private and peaceful and it was lovely to sit and listen to the birds without noise from passing traffic as is so often the case these days. There are lots of places to visit in the area to suit all tastes and we would love to return to sample more of the recommendations given by Steve.
Janet
4/14/2025Wow, such a beautiful cottage in a wonderful location, perfect for a quiet retreat away. It had everything we needed and more, and Steve & Hanri were perfect hosts. Loved... read more the knitting nook, log burner fire and the scrummy biscuits from the local bakery that were waiting for us on arrival! We loved it. Thank you so much!
Lisa
1/03/2025The Hosts were quick to respond to our queries ahead of our visit. Got the impression they want you to have an enjoyable and stress free stay in their property.... read more We felt immediately at home with all the lovely Xmas decs they had adorned the cottage with, which added to the already cozy atmosphere. Welcomed by a delicious cake from the local bakery too!, which was a lovely touch. Would really recommend Bee Cottage in Cottesmore. So much to see and do/walk around the area. Friendly pub 5 mins away too and a fabulous special dinner out at the Olive Branch Restaurant in Clipsham. Thank you to Steve and Hanri!
Hilary and ChrisHilary
12/29/2024 -
Honestly, Perfect.
Steve and Hanri couldnt of been more helpful or understanding of our stay.
They went above and beyond, We have already rebooked.
A... read more huge thank you for making our stay so lovely and for being so helpful at all times.Charlie
12/08/2024We had a super stay! Steve was very welcoming and was keen to ensure all went well. The cottage was exactly as described and very relaxing.
Thank you for having... read more us!Matthew
11/01/2024Here's a review draft you could use:
We had a fantastic stay in this lovely thatched cottage! The wood-burning stove was perfect for cozy evenings, and the welcome treats... read more for both us and our dog were such a thoughtful touch. The location couldn’t be better, with Rutland Water close by for beautiful walks, and just a few minutes' stroll to a shop, pub, and a fish and chip shop. Our host was also incredibly responsive, making everything super easy and stress-free. Highly recommend for a relaxing getaway!Rob
10/25/2024 -
What a beautiful cottage! We enjoyed our stay at Bee cottage this weekend!
The cottage was clean and welcoming, everything we needed was available.
Plenty of walks nearby and... read more a dog friendly pub a stones throw away!
The hosts were accommodating and responsive to messages!
Thank you for having us ????Paige
9/01/2024Really beautifully restored cottage by the hosts very clean and comfortable beds! We really appreciated the delicious coffee and cake and personalised welcome note, even some little treats for the... read more dog which was a lovely touch.
Lots of games and jigsaws to occupy us when not exploring. We visited with my 80 year old mother in law so the downstairs bedroom was perfect for her.
The Sun Inn at the end of the road also did fantastic food and the bakery utterly delicious and perfect dog walk distance!
Fabulous stay.Clare
8/30/2024
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Find Us in Cottesmore, Rutland
Bee Cottage is tucked away on a quiet lane in Cottesmore village, just a 5 minute drive from Rutland Water and a short walk to the local pub and shop.
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