Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Electric bicycle charging station
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Facilities for disabled guests
Ironing service
Packed lunches
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Lovely rooms
Cons:
Inconsistent room quality
Food service issues
Additional charges for amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
8.35
Overall, the rooms were lovely and spotless, but some guests encountered issues such as broken items, indicating a need for improvement.
Service
9.35
The staff were consistently described as friendly and helpful, particularly in event scenarios and during spa visits.
Location
9.35
Great location for Rutland Waters, convenient for wedding guests.
Room Quality
7.85
Rooms were attractive but some guests experienced issues with temperature, noise, and amenities.
Amenities
7.85
The spa and pool were mentioned positively, but additional costs for some amenities and issues with standard items such as breakfast were noted.
Value for Money
7.85
While some value was seen in the stay, there were concerns about breakfast portions and extra charges that affected the overall perception of value.
Food and Beverage
7.85
Food quality was praised during events, but breakfast service and portion sizes received criticism.
Overall Experience
8.75
A generally positive experience with some noted shortcomings, particularly related to room quality and food service, but great for events.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 11:24

Property Description

Scenic Countryside Retreat

Luxurious En-suite Bedrooms
Individually furnished rooms with picturesque views and modern amenities including free WiFi and digital TVs.

Locally Sourced Dining
Enjoy a full English breakfast and delicious meals made from local, seasonal ingredients.

Experience tranquility at The Barnsdale. Book now for an unforgettable stay amidst Rutland's beauty.

Important information:

The restaurant is popular with locals and guests. It is advisable therefore to book ahead.


Please note that guest wishes to dine with the property, must booked in advance of their stay to avoid disappointment.

The latest addition to The Signet Collection, Barnsdale Lodge Hotel is about to embark on an exciting new chapter, as The Barnsdale.

The Barnsdale will be a refined yet relaxed boutique hotel, at the heart of Rutland's beautiful countryside. Quirky British sensibility meets elegant authentic luxury. Guests will see the old blended with the new, the refined with the comfortable, and the local with the worldly.

We will soon open our doors again; reimagined, revitalized and oozing with laid-back luxury, celebrating our Rutland setting and paying tribute to the hotel’s heritage.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: EMA

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 15 years old stay for £20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 1105 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.35
Service: 9.35
Location: 9.35
Room Quality: 7.85
Amenities: 7.85
Value for Money: 7.85
Food and Beverage: 7.85
Overall Experience: 8.75
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Emily • couple • gb
6
Lovely hotel but a couple of improvements to make
Pros:

Very picturesque hotel in a lovely location. Tasty food and friendly staff. Very comfy bed. Super party venue in the barn.

Cons:

Unfortunately the room felt overpriced. The downstairs access door was very stiff, so whenever it was opened the bedroom door rattled very loudly which was a shame. The conditioner was so watered down it was hard to use! Not what I expected for £260 a night but we still had a lovely time.

2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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Elaine • couple • gb
10
Wonderful overnight stay - fully recommend
Pros:

Beautiful property with a great team. Rooms are lovely with everything you need for your stay. Lovely welcome card was a really nice touch in the room.

2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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Margaret • couple • gb
10
A very relaxing place to stay.
Pros:

This is a very well run hotel. We have stayed a number of times and never disappointed. Staff are a helpful and friendly

Cons:

Nothing really although missed a full length Milton in room.

2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
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Abraham • couple • gb
8
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Cons:

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2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
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Steeds • couple • gb
9
We had a delightful stay and would go back.
2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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Judith • couple • gb
9
Pleasant and comfortable stay
Pros:

Love the location and got the specific room i requested... it's quiet and spacious with fab views. Staff are always very pleasant and welcoming. Thankfully no parties or large groups staying so was a very relaxing stay.

Cons:

Feel the prices are too high.. been visiting there a long time and with all the changes, just feel its overpriced but guess its the same everywhere. We stay as its close to family and a handy stopover.

2026-03-17 • via Nuitee
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Rosemary • solo_traveller • gb
7
Nice hotel, room not as good
Pros:

Staff are friendly. I liked the area and surrounding fields. Inside the decor is nice, some rooms have cosy fires and the Orangery is lovely. Food was very nice, although I thought expensive.  A welcome drink and night cap are a nice touch.

Cons:

The room was small: described as 'classic', it did not compare with the images on the website. There was only just enough room to walk around the bed. There was nowhere to put down a bag that you wouldn't fall over it. I put mine in the deep window sill, but difficult to get to once the blind is down. The dressing table is also the desk and tea point, again nowhere to put anything else. No shelf in the bathroom but there is a little space beside the sink. Noise from other rooms is noticeable but not loud.

2026-03-17 • via Nuitee
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Tamara • couple • gb
7
2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Ben • couple • gb
8
2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Kathryn • couple • gb
7
Welcoming, good food, lovely location
Pros:

Really nice location

Cons:

On the main page of booking.com it advertises a pool but unless you look at the detail it isn’t obvious you have to pay for the pool access which was disappointing

2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Ben • couple • gb
8
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Sathyan • couple • gb
7
2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Diane • couple • gb
9
A very enjoyable stay in a lovely location.
Pros:

Very welcoming, comfortable room.

2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Katherine • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Jacqueline • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

We stayed two nights and thoroughly enjoyed it. The room was very clean, tasteful deco and a comfortable bed. Breakfast was lovely and the staff were very welcoming.

Cons:

Perhaps there could have been more hangers in the wardrobe and we had to call the waitress over to take our order for breakfast on both mornings as we had been waiting a while. Otherwise it was great!

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • gb
10
All rooms clean and tidy, food really good and friendly staff and management made my stay a good experience.
2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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MELVYN • couple • gb
9
A GOOD BREAK.
Pros:

Good food helppful staff

Cons:

Very few gluton free options. Kitchen could not adapt food as promised/

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Cox • solo_traveller • gb
8
A welcome birthday break of two nights.
Pros:

The large breakfast room, the modern interior of an old building. Our bedroom was large and well appointed.

Cons:

I did not find any we did not like

2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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Linney • couple • gb
8
great birthday stay
Pros:

very comfortable bed and a well equipped bathroom

Cons:

the lamps were nigh impossible to switch on/off

2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Emma • couple • gb
6
2026-03-03 • via Nuitee