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The Barnsdale, Rutland

4.0 star property
Lakefront hotel with spa, near Rutland Water Nature Reserve

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The Barnsdale, Rutland is a great choice for a stay in Oakham. Guests can indulge in deep-tissue massages at the spa, and 1760 serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. An outdoor pool, a bar/lounge and a terrace are other highlights. Fellow travellers say good things about the helpful staff and overall property condition.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free Wi-Fi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Conference space

Feel at home (6)

  • Playground on-site
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
The current price is £116
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb

Why we love this property

Serene waterfront escape
Spa treatments in outdoor settings offer deep-tissue massages amid natural park splendour. A garden, sauna, and hot tub complete this wellness haven.
Dining with a view
Experience al fresco and garden-view dining at this hotel's restaurant. Full breakfast is offered, and a bar awaits for evening libations.
Dreamy sleep oasis
Drift into peaceful slumber with hypo-allergenic premium bedding and pillowtop mattresses. Blackout drapes and curated decor enhance this hotel's charm.

Room options

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Cosy Room | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Cosy Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Classic Room | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Classic Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Culture Room | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Culture Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Family Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Fort Henry Suite | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Fort Henry Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Heritage Room | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Heritage Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Royal Room | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Royal Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
The Avenue, Exton, Oakham, England, LE15 8AH

What's nearby

  • Rutland Water Country Park - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Rutland Water Nature Reserve - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Barnsdale Gardens - 2 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Normanton Church - 7 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Burghley House - 18 min drive - 19.2 km

Getting around

  • Nottingham (NQT) - 58 min drive
  • East Midlands Airport (EMA) - 67 min drive
  • Oakham Station - 8 min drive
  • Stamford Station - 16 min drive
  • Grantham Station - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Captain Noel Newton (Wetherspoon) - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Sun Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Admiral Hornblower Hotel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hitchen's Barn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Barnsdale, Rutland

The Barnsdale, Rutland is a great choice for a stay in Oakham. Guests can indulge in deep-tissue massages at the spa, and 1760 serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. An outdoor pool, a bar/lounge and a terrace are other highlights. Fellow travellers say good things about the helpful staff and overall property condition.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 45 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age – 16
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 16
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)

Travelling with children

  • Playground

What to do

  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1760
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Low-height worktop and sink
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium digital channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Spa

The on-site spa has 2 treatment rooms and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages and massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a hot tub. The spa is open daily.

Dining

1760 – Overlooking the garden, this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting).

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 15 for adults and GBP 7.50 for children

Children & extra beds

  • Cots/infant beds are available for GBP 20.0 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30 per pet, per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Barclaycard
Cashless transactions are available.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Also known as

Barnsdale Lodge Hotel
Barnsdale Lodge Hotel Oakham
Barnsdale Oakham
Barnsdale Lodge Hotel Restaurant
The Barnsdale
The Barnsdale Rutland
The Barnsdale, Rutland Hotel
The Barnsdale, Rutland Oakham
Barnsdale Lodge Hotel Restaurant
The Barnsdale, Rutland Hotel Oakham

Frequently asked questions

Does The Barnsdale, Rutland offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Barnsdale, Rutland does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Barnsdale, Rutland?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at The Barnsdale, Rutland?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of GBP 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at The Barnsdale, Rutland?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Barnsdale, Rutland?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at The Barnsdale, Rutland and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling and hiking, and practise your swing on the nearby golf course. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. The Barnsdale, Rutland also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Barnsdale, Rutland?

Yes, 1760 offers al fresco dining and garden views.

What's the area around The Barnsdale, Rutland like?

The Barnsdale, Rutland is located on the waterfront, a short 6-minute walk from Rutland Water Country Park and 13 minutes' walk from Rutland Water Nature Reserve.

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Reviews

The Barnsdale, Rutland Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently excellent with a good choice of continental and hot food, and the service was very quick and friendly. (22 reviews)
  • The spa was a highlight with lovely facilities, beautiful setting, and wonderful sauna and hot tub. (6 reviews)
  • The hot tub was wonderful and a great way to relax. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10 Very good

Room was spotless, staff were great
Adrian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super all round hotel. Superb recent renovation. Large and comfortable room, relaxing general areas, excellent food/drink and service. We will be back.
John, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Welcoming staff and relaxed atmosphere. Room decor dated and dark but fine for 1 night. Very dog friendly.
Leigh, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Check in teally good. Room lovely
Wendy, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely room. Found the bed a bit hard
Linda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel with friendly staff. Glass of wine on arrival and treats in the room were a lovely touch. Close to Rutland Waters and plenty of places to visit nearby.
Julia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were great. Food was excellent.
Claire, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely lovely place in beautiful countryside, had everything for your comfort. Even the beds were comfortable.
Gary, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Another great stay

Another great stay at the Barnsdale, great setting, great room with benefit of access to the Spar. Bliss will be back
Hollis, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good location Friendly helpful staff Fabulous food Nice calm atmosphere
Geoffrey, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Can’t fault the stay.

Lovely hotel, excellent customer service and beautiful setting
Hannah, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice Hotel with pleasant staff . Relaxing . Excellent Food albeit expensive.. Note their is a Supplement of £25 pp to use the Spa Facilities if you have not booked via the Hotel Website.. Enjoyable stay however and the complementary Red wine at 4pm is a nice touch. Breakfast Team are super friendly..
Neil, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

A nice experience.

Great location, room was quiet. Everything just looked a bit tired though. Food was excellent although they were very keen to clear your plates away as soon as you finish finished eating. Overall a nice experience.
Julie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly and attentive staff in beautiful surroundings.
Fiona, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We loved it and plan to return asap
Stan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A lovely hotel with a friendly team of staff. Access to the spa was a great bonus. The food was really good and welcome drink a nice surprise. We ate in the restaurant both nights. The Courtyard was a lovely space to take your drink. Good location. I would recommend a stay at this hotel.
Michelle, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great value very easy pleasant stay
Linda, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

A comfortable and relaxing stay
lance, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

One great place to stay
Jevon, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful weekend break. Rooms, facilities and staff all wonderful
Martin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was the perfect country side retreat
Kristen, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous ! We have stayed here on numerous occasions snd this time did not disappoint. Great food and wine, comfortable and well equipped room, lovely and friendly staff and a glass of champagne in the hot tub - we’ll be back !
Mark, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay

Love this hotel - really cosy, clean and great food
Shirley, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay, warm welcome, amazing buildings and grounds. Welcome drinks included, access to the spare with outdoor pool and hot tub, was amazing way to relax after a long drive. Room was great with lot of little touches that made the stay special. Will definitely return
Hollis, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Good check-in and glass of wine offered. Nice rural vibes. Breakfast awful - for such a high room rate, queuing with the previous days wedding party for a very average offer wasn’t a nice start to your day. Seriously, the sausages and Bacon were Premier Inn at best! Also, the world of breakfast has moved on and you need to change not stay locked in the 90s.
Simon, 1-night trip