Set upon the owners’ non-working farm within the perfect community of Horbling, this roomy detached farmhouse and pet friendly barn conversion are located within the centre of the Fens, making a fantastic touring base for visiting the area’s wealth of historic attractions. Abbotts’ Farm (Ref RI2) has been refurbished to provide snug holiday accommodation for families while sympathetically retaining many of its original features, including exposed woodwork, an ornate cornice within the dining room together with a conventional farmhouse-style kitchen. There is a second sitting room, a well-stocked library and huge video and DVD collection (including latest releases), providing plenty of entertainment for everyone. Outside is a large, private, rear lawned garden in addition to a apple, pear and plum trees, as well as gooseberries which guests are welcome to pick in season, together with a large patio in addition to a garden furniture and barbecue. Paddock Watch (Ref REE6) gives ‘upside-down’ style accommodation for a group of four and is furnished in addition to a Georgian antiques, but also has a very modern day kitchen and bathroom. The flat fenlands make ideal walking and cycling country, a great way to watch the landscape in addition to a its rich farmlands, huge skies and magnificent sunsets; spectacular walks can be enjoyed from the doorstep; those in addition to a a passion for golf, fishing or horse riding will find ample services nearby. Within easy driving distance a wealth of interesting places can be discovered, including the lovely old towns of Uppingham, Oakham and Stamford, full of spectacular mellow stone buildings. Upon the edge of Stamford stands Burleigh House, set amongst England’s greatest Elizabethan houses. Nearby Spalding is an fantastic, Dutch-influenced town and centre of the flower-bulb industry, where the Springfields show gardens and the annual flower festival in May are popular. Other places to take a trip to are the splendid medieval Tattershall Castle (NT), Belton House and Coningsby, noted for its huge one-handed church clock, and the home of the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight. Set amongst the landmarks of the Fens is the magnificent octagonal lantern tower of St Botolph’s Church in Boston, greeting guests from miles around. Store and good local pub in addition to a food ½ mile in Billingborough, or community local pub 300 yards. Elec, full oil CH, bed linen and towels inc Cot H/chair M/wave W/machine T/dryer D/washer Well-equipped kitchen. Dining room in addition to a French doors. Utility. Double bedroom (6ft zip & link). Shower room in addition to a toilet. First floor: Beamed living room in addition to a French doors to decked balcony. Double bedroom. Bathroom in addition to a whirlpool bath, separate shower cubicle and toilet. TV DVD F/freezer Large decked balcony and furniture Smallish lawned garden Ample parking Note: Paddock Watch (REE6) and Abbotts Farm (RI2) can be booked together to sleep up to 20+2 people