“The setting is very peaceful and not far from the centre for Birding. Very comfortable room with everything you need. The use of the dining area as a lounge is very good. We can’t fault with anything. The local pubs are very good for their food and easy walking distance. A wonderful stay!!”
Elaine and Tony King
Birmingham, August ‘11
“First users of the new bedroom - test drive went v. Well!. Thank you v. Much”
The Mains
London July ‘11
“Stay too short to do justice to beautiful local area. Rutland Water well worth a visit. Blue Ball excellent pub. The location and comfort of property is superb and guest accommodation very private. We would certainly stay again when in the area. Many thanks Fiona and Richard.”
Fiona and Alan Young
Ayr, Scotland July ‘11
“Thank you Fiona and Richard for a most enjoyable week in your lovely home. The surrounding areas have been most interesting, and the weather perfect!”
Nadine and Bob Prince
South Wirral, May ‘11
“We congratulate ourselves on finding this treasure! This is our second helping!”
Joy and Nasser Madini
Clevedon March ‘11
“Peace and quiet, excellent breakfast. Both pubs offer good food. Better ambience at The Blue Ball. Fiona’s welcome and friendliness.”
John and Gillian Winder
Leicester March ‘11
“Firstly, I would like to thank you for making us so welcome at Gable Cottage last weekend. Mark & I really enjoyed our stay despite both of us not feeling too well.
The accommodation was lovely and the bed probably the most comfortable we've ever slept in. The fresh milk and the offer of home-made victoria sponge was much appreciated. And, the recommendation on your website to have dinner at The Blue Ball was spot on.
Shopping at Gates Garden Centre was very therapeutic!”
Sue and Mark,
Feb ‘11
“A lovely property with very warm hosts. The comfort of the room is excellent and the English breakfast will be greatly missed ....thank you for a lovely stay.”
Richard Day
Leeds, Nov ‘10
“Wonderful location and perfect hosts. The Old Plough serves delicious food. Burghley House is a must, it’s beautiful.”
Les and Sue Sheppard
Mundesley, Norfolk. Oct ‘10
“Excellent accommodation, nice food, nice people. A good location with a nice ambience. Love the cats!”
Ani and Bob Talbot
Langkawi, Malaysia, Sept ‘10
“We had a lovely stay. We told our friends in Oakham that they must recommend you to their friends. Breakfasts were excellent, room and garden were well maintained.”
Rik and Ester Biel
The Netherlands Sept ‘10
“Fiona manages to be friendly and welcoming, as well as providing a professional service We enjoyed having a suite of rooms and breakfast was delicious. Can’t recommend The Blue Ball highly enough - beautifully renovated. Superb food and v.good service.”
Mike and Jackie Wigglesworth
Edwinstowe, Notts. Aug ‘10
“Lovely setting, very peaceful. Only stayed the one night but would like to visit again. Village pub The Blue Ball supplied excellent meal, wonderful steak, cooked just right. Had a good nights sleep, very comfortable, nice to have a bath as well as shower.”
Jo and John Kelm
Ipswitch, August ‘10
“Lovely room, bed, linen. Great breakfast. Fantastic meal at The Blue Ball.”
Sue and Bill Dolden
Royston, Herts. June ‘10
“Quiet and peaceful setting in lovely village. Atmospheric local pub - The Blue Ball. Thanks very much.”
Rita and Paul Crowe
Derby, May ‘10
