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The Barnsdale, Rutland

4.0 star property
Lakefront hotel with a full-service spa and a 24-hour front desk

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Banquet hall
Courtyard
Outdoor treatment areas, sauna, hot tub, deep-tissue massages, massages
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; garden views
Outdoor pool
Located close to Barnsdale Gardens and Rutland Water Nature Reserve, The Barnsdale, Rutland provides a terrace, a garden, and a playground. Treat yourself to a massage at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant, 1760, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and al fresco dining. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a business center.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Bar

Room options

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Cosy Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop 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 Twin Bed

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Classic Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Classic Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 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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Culture Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Culture Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 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, pillowtop 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 Twin Beds

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Fort Henry Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop 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
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Heritage Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Heritage Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 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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Royal Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop 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

About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Rutland Water Nature Reserve - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Rutland Water Country Park - 1 min drive - 0.3 miles
  • Barnsdale Gardens - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Oakham Castle - 5 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Normanton Church - 9 min drive - 6.3 miles

Getting around

  • Oakham Station - 5 min drive
  • Nottingham (NQT) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sun Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hitchen's Barn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hambleton Bakery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The White Horse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Finch's Arms - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Barnsdale, Rutland

Upscale hotel remodeled in 2023 and located near Rutland Water Nature Reserve
Located close to Barnsdale Gardens and Normanton Church, The Barnsdale, Rutland provides a terrace, a garden, and a playground. Treat yourself to a massage at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant, 1760, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and al fresco dining. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a business center.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), free newspapers, and concierge services
  • Massage treatment rooms, a banquet hall, and wedding services
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 15 for adults and GBP 7.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • 1,760

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On a lake
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1760
  • Renovated entire property - February 2023
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 20.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 15 for adults and GBP 7.50 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 20.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

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

Property is 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 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Barnsdale, Rutland pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of GBP 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at The Barnsdale, Rutland?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Barnsdale, Rutland?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at The Barnsdale, Rutland?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Barnsdale, Rutland located?

Situated on the waterfront, this spa hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Rutland Water Nature Reserve and Barnsdale Gardens. Oakham Castle and Normanton Church are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

The Barnsdale, Rutland Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 362 out of 655 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 229 out of 655 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 655 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 655 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 655 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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..
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value very easy pleasant stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

lance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A comfortable and relaxing stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful weekend break. Rooms, facilities and staff all wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jevon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel, great food, friendly staff. New spa great - lucked out with weather!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Eleanore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Have stayed here for years. It’s a bit overpriced during Burghley week but ticks all the boxes
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay at Barnsdale Lodge , bed very comfortable , room spacious . Breakfast very nice and all staff were friendly and efficient .
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Anne

The staff are all brilliant. They are courteous to both guests and each other.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel

Hotel is lovely with some great features. Stayed for 5 nights, staff pleasant. Check in could have been better
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely location by Rutland water. Food and drinks were excellent. Staff very friendly. We will definitely return in the near future
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay only issue was poor service in restaurant but food was good
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely setting and gardens
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Carole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The hotel staff are great .the hotel needs a little decor updating but iverall great
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mr D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location near Rutland Water

Although only staying for one night we had a relaxing break. The location was great and the food of high quality. Room was a little tired but comfortable. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice place

Very nice country location in a traditional style stone built property. Food was excellent. Wedding was happening at the same time but didn't affect our experience.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Despite being very busy staff and service were very good. Room was a bit small but clean and tidy. Overall a good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is in a beautiful area with Rutland water and nature reserve nearby. Great walking and countryside views. The hotel was in very good condition, rooms were well presented, excellent bathroom and very comfortable beds. The dining room was first class and the staff very attentive.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall a nice stay at the property. The two highlights for us were the beautiful Spa, lovely facilities & really beautiful setting! And the staff - excellent customer service - very friendly & attentive! Overall the rooms are okay, the decor as other reviews suggest is a little on the older side but didn't fuss us, the rooms were clean. Unfortunately being a slightly older property, the walls are quite thin and our room in particular (room 2) we heard people all hours of the night & day, which also made our bed shake as it was right against the wall that is situated alongside the corridor & staircase to other rooms. The other minor fix, being summer, windows & patio doors open etc, lots of flies within the property and in the breakfast room, some items (cold cuts, fruit & bread) left uncovered. Flies landing on these items so we avoided - easily fixed. Overall, the property is beautifully located & the friendly staff & lovely spa are the highlights.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mrs Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous hotel. Choc full of lovely little extra touches eg ginger gin in our room, wellies to borrow for a muddy walk etc. We ate in the hotel and the food at dinner and breakfast was fantastic. The perfect combination of quality with a relaxed atmosphere. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great choice!

Super friendly and attentive staff, a credit to the hotel. Food was delicious, nice touches included a glass of wine on arrival as, well as biscuits and a small bottle of liqueur in the room. Fantastic, uninterrupted views of the countryside, and the gorgeous highland cattle, in the next field. Overall a very pleasant atmosphere.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, warm room, great shower, excellent restaurant, room could do with a bit of TLC (only minor things such as missing canopy on four poster bed, blown bulb in bathroom).
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Weekend break

Nice welcome with complimentary glass of wine as our room was not ready (we had to wait all of 5 minutes). Food was very good although some of the staff seamed very inexperienced.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Mrs H K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxing and lovely.

What a lovely , peaceful place. Staff very friendly. Room very clean and comfortable. The dinner menu is a bit pricey and there was a mix up in meals. My friend ended up with chicken instead of the sea bass ….hence one star off for service… our dinner drinks were ages in coming too. I will definitely be going back when the spa opens.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Well Positioned Hotel

Lovely hotel in nice grounds, we had booked the Heritage room option but it was a lot smaller than we expected, I think it was a standard room! if it was a Heritage room then the standard rooms must be very small. It needed updating as there were a few bad scuffs on the walls, the bath plug system didn't work. The restaurant and bar area were very nice and relaxing, the outside courtyard was a great space to unwind. We ate in the restaurant the food was OK. The staff were lovely and friendly, on balance a nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

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