North of England
Scotland
North of England
Scotland

The Ostlers Cottage is a luxury two-bedroom holiday cottage in Howell, near Sleaford in Lincolnshire. Finished to the highest standards with tasteful furnishings and large windows, this is a proper high-spec rural retreat. It holds a 4. 9 out of 5 star rating and has won Customers' Choice awards for 2025 and 2026.
Set in the Lincolnshire countryside, the village of Howell sits within easy reach of Heckington, Sleaford and the Lincolnshire coast. A local pub is reachable on foot through open fields. It's quiet, rural and genuinely peaceful.
The cottage sleeps 4 across two king-size bedrooms both with en-suite bathrooms with heated towel rails. The ground floor has an open-plan living space with a woodburning stove, Smart TV and Netflix.
The Ostlers Cottage is a luxury two-bedroom holiday cottage in Howell, near Sleaford in Lincolnshire. Finished to the highest standards with tasteful furnishings and large windows, this is a proper high-spec rural retreat.
It holds a 4.9 out of 5 star rating and has won Customers' Choice awards for 2025 and 2026.
Set in the Lincolnshire countryside, the village of Howell sits within easy reach of Heckington, Sleaford and the Lincolnshire coast. A local pub is reachable on foot through open fields.
It's quiet, rural and genuinely peaceful.
The cottage sleeps 4 across two king-size bedrooms both with en-suite bathrooms with heated towel rails. The ground floor has an open-plan living space with a woodburning stove, Smart TV and Netflix.
The kitchen has granite worktops and full appliances including a dishwasher. A private hot tub for four sits in a secluded outdoor space.
Heckington's 8 Sail Brewery is 3 miles away.
Sleaford is under 10 minutes by car. Lincoln Cathedral and the historic city centre are around 25 miles north (approx.
35 minutes). Stamford with its independent shops is roughly 35 miles south.
The Ostlers Cottage suits couples or small families wanting genuine luxury in a rural Lincolnshire setting.
The hot tub, woodburner and spa-like bathrooms make it a standout choice.
What makes The Ostlers Cottage a brilliant stay?
A private hot tub for four sits in a secluded outdoor space with open views across the Lincolnshire countryside.
The woodburner is the centrepiece of the living area and fuel is included perfect for cooler evenings in.
Both bedrooms have king-size beds and their own en-suite bathrooms with heated towel rails and modern shower fittings.
The kitchen has granite worktops and full appliances including a dishwasher, electric hob, fridge-freezer and microwave.
One well-behaved pet is welcome at the cottage, making it a great pick for those who don't want to leave their dog behind.
A pinball machine and arcade machine can be added to your stay by booking direct with the owner, subject to availability.
Find your way to your perfect hot tub retreat
The Ostlers Cottage is located in Howell, near Sleaford in Lincolnshire. The village is accessible via the B1394 and surrounding rural roads off the A17. On-site parking is available for up to four cars on arrival.
The nearest railway station is Sleaford, which sits on the Nottingham to Skegness and Lincoln to Peterborough lines. From Sleaford station a taxi or local cab firm will get you to the cottage in around 10 minutes.
Things to do and places to visit near The Ostlers Cottage
Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family...
The cottage sleeps four and welcomes families. Fishing, horse riding and golf are all available nearby. Tattershall Castle is 10 miles away and Lincoln has plenty to explore. The optional arcade and pinball machine games package adds a fun indoor element for older children.
The Ostlers Cottage is well suited to couples. A private hot tub, woodburning stove with fuel included and two spa-like en-suite bedrooms set the tone. The secluded rural setting near Sleaford means no noise and no crowds just a genuinely relaxing break for two.
Great places to eat and drink near The Ostlers Cottage
What you can reach on foot from The Ostlers Cottage
A short walk away you'll find a local pub accessible through open fields a genuine countryside walk from the door. The village of Howell is quiet and rural with open farmland surrounding it on all sides.
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