Offering two character-filled and individually designed properties, Croxton Lodge and Curlew’s Nest, set in a courtyard, are nestled between a multitude of lakes within a secluded and picturesque valley in the heart of rural Leicestershire. Located on 200 acres of private land in Croxton Park Estate, guests have access to beautiful lakes and stunning countryside walks; The perfect peaceful and relaxing rural retreat, sleeping sixteen people in eight luxury en-suite bedrooms.
As soon as you enter the courtyard, you will instantly relax and forget the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Set a stone’s throw apart, Croxton Lodge is located on the right and Curlew’s Nest on the left. The plush, grand yet comfortable Croxton Lodge offers guests a unique and memorable stay. With an upside-down layout, this luxury property is accessed via external stone steps leading to the spacious kitchen, which has a range cooker, large fridge/freezer, dishwasher and fully equipped to accommodate all your cooking needs. Leading to an open-plan space, the dining room allows all guests to come together and has an opulent air, heightened by beautifully exposed wooden beams. Adjoining is a sitting area adorned with a myriad of cosy sofas and a further snug and bar area. With even more to explore, downstairs offers guests a games room with a full-size snooker table and another warm seating area with a large TV and access to Sky. With a choice of four luxurious yet cosy en-suite bedrooms equipped to the highest standard to ensure a comfortable night’s sleep, providing a stocked mini-fridge, TVs, tea/ coffee making facilities.
A short distance across the courtyard is Curlew’s Nest, a modern property inside but still with a sense of character and an equally luxurious rural retreat. Entering through renovated stable doors into a light and open plan living area with high ceilings and exposed beams, this space offers a full dining table, a spacious and well-equipped kitchen and cosy sitting area. Accessed via handcrafted open-tread wooden stairs are four en-suite bedrooms, decorated and equipped to luxury standard, offering a stocked mini-fridge, TVs, tea/coffee making facilities.
Both Croxton Lodge and Curlew’s Nest provide a range of outdoor furniture offering the ability to relax and enjoy the stunning views of Croxton Park Estate. Outside Croxton Lodge is a large outdoor table, several chairs, and an outdoor BBQ. Even more outdoor seating is accessed through the French doors at the back of Curlew’s Nest. In addition, on the lake’s shoreline is our wooden gazebo, providing a snug seating area with the opportunity for guests to relax and enjoy the peace and tranquillity the countryside provides.
Situated at the end of a private lane nestled within 200 acres of private estate, our lodge and cottage are surrounded by a multitude of beautiful lakes, woodlands and Leicestershire’s rolling pastures and open fields, an ideal rural escape for walkers, wildlife lovers and sport fans. To be organised separately, we can also offer guests the opportunity to enjoy a lazy day fishing in the lakes on Belvoir Castle’s renowned estate or alternatively, experience numerous rounds of clay shooting on Belvoir Estate.
Hot Tubs are also available to hire through a local partner at an additional cost. Murder Mystery and Dinner packages are also available on request.
Guests have full access to both properties. This includes the courtyard, the patios, lawns and around the lakes. Curlew's Nest can be available for just 8 guests, please send me a message for more information.
Guests have access to the grounds but must use the pathways clearly outlined.
Set in the vale of Belvoir, 1.6 miles from the picturesque ancient village of Croxton Kerrial in the heart of rural Leicestershire and 4 miles from Belvoir, your own transport is essential for getting around. Croxton Park Luxury Lodge is close to the market towns of Grantham and Melton Mowbray which have train stations and plenty of taxis to provide alternative transport.
There are many exciting things to do in and around the property. Alongside the opportunity to experience fishing and clay shooting, close by is Belvoir Castle, home to the Duke and Duchess of Rutland. A historic gem in the heart of Leicestershire, Belvoir Castle offers visitors a chance to experience its stunning interiors and spectacular manicured gardens. **AN AMAZING OFFER** Stay 3 nights or more and receive a 10% discount on your Belvoir Castle and ground tickets! In addition, around the corner is the new Engine Yard, offering boutique shopping experiences and fresh, local food produce.
The nearest towns include Grantham, Melton Mowbray and Stamford, all within easy reach and well worth a visit. The ancient market town of Grantham lies in the heart of Lincolnshire, between the historic Lincoln and antique town of Stamford. The town is best known as the birthplace of former Prime Minister, Margaret Thatcher, and has a fine Gothic Guildhall and pretty riverside walks with adjacent water meadows and associated wildlife. Also nearby is Melton Mowbray, a quintessential English market town and home of pork pies and Stilton cheese. Renowned for its fine food and drink offer, explore bustling markets, quirky shops and other local attractions, including Melton Carnegie Museum for those interested in foxhunting, Twinlakes Theme Park for all weather family fun and a unique picture-house Regal Cinema.
Local Eateries
- The Fuel Tank, Engine Yard, Knipton, NG32 1PA,
- Balloon Bar, Engine Yard, Belvoir, NG32 1PA,
- The Manner’s Arms, Knipton, NG32 1RH,
- The Dirty Duck (The Rutland Arms), Woolsthorpe, NG32 1LU,
- The Chequers Inn, Woolsthorpe, NG32 1LU,
Supermarket Shop
- Melton Mowbray- Tesco- 8 miles
- Grantham- Sainsburys- 8 miles
1.6 miles from the village of Croxton Kerrial, in the heart of rural Leicestershire, four miles from Belvoir and Belvoir Castle and close to the market town of Grantham. Public transport is available to Croxton Kerial.
Hot Tubs are also available to hire through a local partner at an additional cost. Murder Mystery and Dinner packages are also available on request.
Minimum 3 night stay over Bank Holidays
