The Retreat has been converted from one of the outbuildings on the farm. Richard and Kaye live on site in the farmhouse and are always available to answer any questions or provide local information when necessary. Both Richard and Kaye are keen gardening enthusiasts and always have new projects "on the go" to enhance the property and attract even more wildlife into the gardens. The lake, wildlife ponds, wooded copse areas, barn owl boxes, hedgehog houses, bat boxes, are just some examples of the projects completed. New for 2021 will be a bird watching Hide located by the lake, and looking out over open country side as many of our regular guests are keen wildlife photographers. Kaye has recently launched a range of home made products "Clematis Cottage Country Kitchen Creations" and these are now available alongside their own honey, eggs and vegetable boxes. They make lovely gifts! As a result of many requests to do so, Richard (resident beekeeper,) now offers practical introductory courses in beekeeping. Please ask for more details before or during your stay so that you can enjoy some or all of them whilst you are here.

Lodge Farm, dating back to well before the 16th Century is located in the medieval hamlet of Aunby just 4 miles from the beautiful stone town of Stamford and on the border of Rutland. The postcode PE9 4EE (Clematis cottages)normally brings you up the 200m private drive. The Retreat is set on a hill top in 5 acres of grounds with rolling views of open countryside; one of several executive cottages available. It is fully independent, with high speed broadband, is centrally heated and fully self-contained. The open plan kitchen/dining area features a built in fan oven and hob, dishwasher, Smart TV, washing machine, standalone fridge/freezer and microwave making it suitable for long term stays. Explore the kitchen gardens, flower borders, wooded secret gardens, and even utilise the hyde for wildlife photography across the lake, enjoy the views, and soak up the peace and tranquillity the location offers. "The Retreat" provides a beautiful setting to enjoy your holiday or romantic short break with us. Lots of seating Alfresco /dining/BBQ areas. Honey from our apiary, homemade preserves and chutney (using products from our vegetable gardens and orchard) are also available to purchase.

Many of our guests simply love sitting outside in the gardens (BBQs available,) or soaking up the quiet of the night taking in the stars and serenity of our location.(No light pollution here). However, despite being in a beautiful, peaceful rural location we are only 4 miles from the famous stone town of Stamford. Recently voted the most sought after place to live in England (Daily Telegraph) Stamford has some wonderful pubs, restaurants, a theatre, cinema, and some beautiful boutique shops alongside well known brands. The Retreat is surrounded by famous country houses, fabulous walking areas, is steeped in history, offers great shopping, and some excellent golf courses. Rutland Water only a short drive away, providing some of the best fly fishing the UK, check out the Anglian water subsidised fly fishing courses, cycling (for hire), water based activities, birdwatching, (ospreys nesting). During your stay you can also enjoy day trips to London and take in a show or go shopping, or both, by taking advantage of the 45 minute high speed 125 train connection to Kings Cross station from nearby Peterborough. Connecting trains are available from Stamford station and take 14 minutes.