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Historic Cottage in Southwell Nottingham GOLD award winning for Eco practices

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Dining
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior
Lavender Cottage is a beautifully beamed home, nestled in the heart of Southwell. This historic cottage offers a relaxing break with its fully equipped dining kitchen, leather sofas by the cosy log burner, and comfortable beds with crisp white linen.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 47 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Barbecue grill
  • Breakfast included
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Historic Cottage in Southwell Nottingham GOLD award winning for Eco practices

Stay in your own beamed beautiful home, Featured in The Telegraph as The Place to Stay in Britains prettiest market town, Lavender Cottage in Southwell is perfect for a countryside stay. Built around 200 years ago as a farm workers cottage - this immaculate traditionally beamed Cottage in historic Southwell has everything for a relaxing break!
Located five minutes walk from the market town via a tree lined path and through the park - lies the town centre, with its many boutique shops, cafes, delis and bars there’s so much to offer! The Minster Cathedral and Palace gardens are en route and the perfect place for a picnic in the grounds - check out their line up of entertainment this summer at Theatre, Music and concerts some of which invite you to bring a picnic to enjoy whilst being entertained In the opposite direction you’ll find beautiful scenery of endless open countryside!
The beds at Lavender Cottage have new top quality Simba mattresses and crisp white linen with black out blinds and interlined curtains ensuring that good nights sleep is achievable! Everything is brand new and sparkling clean. Gifts are left on every child’s bed who stays
The fully equipped dining kitchen for four, has everything you’ll need - inc a dishwasher!
The living room is a relaxing space with leather sofas and cosy log burner
We have been awarded GOLD by green tourism for our efforts to be as environmentally friendly as possible and once you arrive it’s easy to not need a car again. We can provide lockable storage for bikes and pushchairs and the cottage is crammed full of insulation to ensure energy is conserved and you’re kept cozy in winter, or cool in summer
We hope you’ll love our cottage as much as we do - any questions, please just ask! Or Check out our many five star reviews on Google for more info. We look forward to welcoming you to Southwell soon, we guarantee you’ll love staying here

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Free breakfast available
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Farming classes
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Farming classes
  • Garden
  • Grey water recycling system
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Living plant wall
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 80 square feet
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please lock up and put the key through the letterbox when you leave. Thank you. Rebecca
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Located in Southwell, this cottage is in the city center and on a river. Sherwood Forest Country Park and Rufford Country Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Wheelgate Park and Norwell Nurseries and Gardens. Traveling with kids? Consider Adrenalin Jungle Activity Center and Skirmish Paintball Games Nottingham. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Southwell, England

What's nearby

  • Southwell Minster - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Southwell Workhouse - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • The Workhouse, Southwell - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Southwell Racecourse - 5 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Eden Hall Day Spa - 20 min drive - 23.0 km

Getting around

  • Fiskerton Station - 4 min drive
  • Nottingham (NQT) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Farndon Boathouse Bar & Kitchen - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Final Whistle - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Rose & Crown - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Old Green Dragon - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Admiral Rodney Hotel - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Cottage in Southwell Nottingham GOLD award winning for Eco practices pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Cottage in Southwell Nottingham GOLD award winning for Eco practices ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Cottage in Southwell Nottingham GOLD award winning for Eco practices ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Cottage in Southwell Nottingham GOLD award winning for Eco practices located?

This family-friendly Southwell cottage is located on a river, within a 10-minute walk of Southwell Tourist Information Centre, Southwell Minster, and Southwell Library. The Workhouse, Southwell and Southwell Workhouse are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Historic Cottage in Southwell Nottingham GOLD award winning for Eco practices Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Micael G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely house.

We had a lovely time in Southwell at Lavender cottage. The location was excellent for us, the house was lovely. The gifts left for my children were delightful, as well as bread, milk and other edibles. We had such a lovely time. We’re looking forward to going back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay

Host was so kind and communicative, the property is cozy and had everything we needed. The location is also great - close to park and town. We definitely hope to stay here on our next trip to Southwell.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sisters weekend away

Loved this little cottage and Southwell itself. So close to everything, including town centre, Saturday market, cathedral and more.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justine S., Suffolk

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An absolutely fantastic property!

Wow! Lavender Cottage was perfect with lots of well thought through personal touches. A great property owner, who was most helpful. Super location and great local amenities. We look forward to a return visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Karen G., Carlby

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing mini break

Centrally located cottage in Southwell, a short distance from the beautiful Minster. Well equipped clean kitchen with welcome basket containing all the essentials. Living room with log burner and 2 bedrooms containing comfortable beds with crisp clean linen. We had a well deserved rest after a hectic time at work and will return again to enjoy the town at Christmas.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Camila d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cozy cute warm welcoming cottage

We stayed in the Lavender Cottage for two nights on a weekend away. The cottage is situated at a short distance from the Southwell Minster and village shops. Southwell itself is quite a compact and cute little village. The cottage is really well presented, clean and well equipped. The host, Rebecca, left us a hamper with bread, juice, milk etc. Everything was very clean and tidy. We had two cozy nights in there and the log fire was a great addition to the lovely relaxing feel the cottage has. Rebecca was helpful throughout our stay and beforehand with tips of pubs and walks we could do. We had lunch at a deli in the village called “The Old Theatre Deli”, which was absolutely outstanding foodwise.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philippa l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic, quiet cottage

Just wonderful! The cottage itself is simply perfect. Nice kitchen, lounge, two bedrooms and a lovely bathroom. Kitchen is stocked with everything you might need in terms of pots and pans. The owner leaves you with fresh bread, marmalade, milk, tea, coffee.... As well as assorted cereals. Everything is very clean and welcoming. Little details make s huge impact, and I especially loved the fresh flowers in the kitchen table and welcome note. The location is perfect and quiet. Right in front of a large grassy park and 5 mins walk to the minster and and small/beautiful town of Southwell. The owner is incredibly responsive. Nothing is too much and is available to help with any questions you might have with suggestions if dining it places to visit. I very much enjoyed my visit and will be staying there again. Doo not hesitate... This is the place for you!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dani A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely wonderful stay

Rebecca was an absolute delight from the start, the cottage was spotlessly clean with loads of little personal touches around the place. A beautiful welcome package (including personalised Christmas gifts for the kids) greeted us, warm cosy cottage with a Christmas tree was all set up, the fire was ready to go. The cottage has everything you need, the beds are so comfy and the shower is lovely and powerful. It's in a brilliant location, walking distance to the cute little town and a lovely park for the kids to run around in. Would definitely recommend, we had such a lovely holiday. Thank you for everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful little cottage

Very clean and it is well described in the advert. Great location for Southwell and a cosy cottage for our little family to enjoy time together. Definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Zippora W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

We had a wonderful break in this well equipped property. The cottage is in a quiet courtyard within walking distance to the shops which made it quiet but also conveniently placed. Rebecca is an excellent host, communicating with us to make sure we were comfortable throughout the trip. She also added personal touches,, such as a food hamper in the kitcen and individually wrapped soaps in the bedrooms. The cottage was clean and well equipped with everything we might need. We greatly enjoyed our stay and would love to return at some point.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rachael H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely home from home!

My friend and I loved our stay at Lavender Cottage. It was such a home from home. All communications with Rebecca the owner were of the highest quality, and the facilities themselves perfect for our little weekend away. All aspects of the experience were wonderful from start to finish. Highly recommend! Thanks Rebecca
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Russell A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Lavender Cottage

Lavender Cottage was spotless. Everything provided. In a great location. Lots to see in Southwell and surrounding areas. Couldn’t ask for a better host. Will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

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