South Kesteven
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South Kesteven is a district in Lincolnshire covering a rural area with the market town of Grantham at its centre. The landscape is largely agricultural, with rolling countryside and a network of villages. The district has a long history tied to agriculture and trade, with Grantham itself dating back to medieval times.
Where to stay in South Kesteven
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Self-catering cottages and houses make up the bulk of accommodation in South Kesteven. Options range from period properties such as Ostler's Cottage, an 18th-century cottage near Newark, to farmhouses like Abbotts Farm, an eight-bedroom property near Sleaford. Grantham House offers five-bedroom town accommodation, whilst smaller lodges such as Kingfisher provide rural retreats for those seeking quieter surroundings.
Griffin Inn Irnham
15 Bulby Road, Grantham
The Cholmeley Arms
The Cholmeley Arms, Burton-le-Coggles
The Woodhouse Arms
2 Bourne Road, Grantham
The Royal Oak
27 High Street, Swayfield
Stoke Rochford Hall
Stoke Rochford Hall, Grantham
The White Lion
53 Bridge End Road, Grantham
Travelodge Grantham Colsterworth
Moto Service Area A1, Grantham
The Avenue Hotel
32-34 Avenue Road, Grantham
Things to Do in South Kesteven
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Attractions Near South Kesteven
All attractions in South Kesteven →Worth the trip — within 50 miles of South Kesteven.
5 mi
Easton Walled Gardens
Grantham · ⭐ 4.6
6 mi
Grimsthorpe Castle Park and Gardens
Bourne · ⭐ 4.7
6 mi
Fuzzy Eds Funhouse Grantham
Grantham · ⭐ 4.8
7 mi
Fun Farm Grantham
Grantham · ⭐ 4.1
7 mi
Murder Mystery Adventure
Lincoln · ⭐ 5.0
7 mi
Harpers at Grantham Meres
Grantham · ⭐ 4.1
7 mi
Belton Pursuits Centre
Belton · ⭐ 4.8
8 mi
Ancaster Leisure
Grantham · ⭐ 4.8
Camping in South Kesteven
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Low Farm Touring Park
⭐ 4.8
Herigerbi Park Certificated Site
⭐ 5.0
Herigerbi Park
⭐ 5.0 · from £20/night
Highfields Country Holiday Fishing Retreat
⭐ 4.8
Rectory Farm
⭐ 4.7 · from £20/night
The Wishing Well Inn Certificated Site
⭐ 4.4
Woodland Waters
⭐ 4.4 · from £29/night
Stretton Lakes Touring Park
⭐ 4.8 · from £36/night
Self-Catering Cottages in South Kesteven(36)
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Abbotts Farm
8 bed · sleeps 18
Fletland Holiday Hamlet - Fletland Mill
4 bed · sleeps 8 · from £1,962
Grantham House
5 bed · sleeps 15 · from £1,262
Kingfisher
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £857
Lakeside Lodge
2 bed · sleeps 4
Mallard
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £751
Ostler’s Cottage
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £657
Teal
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £727
Common questions about South Kesteven
How many holiday cottages are there in South Kesteven?
We list 36 self-catering cottages in and around South Kesteven.
Can I take a dog to a holiday cottage in South Kesteven?
Yes — 24 of the 36 South Kesteven cottages we list allow pets.
Are there large holiday cottages in South Kesteven for groups?
Yes — the largest cottage we list in South Kesteven sleeps 18.
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