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Braunston, Rutland
A stylish former woodsman's cottage for two in the Rutland village of Braunston, with a wood burner, an enclosed tiered garden with a fire pit and two dogs welcome.
Smock And Dog was once a woodsman's cottage, and it has been sympathetically and lovingly renovated into a stylish, romantic dog friendly cottage for two in the village of Braunston, among the rolling Rutland countryside. Two dogs are welcome here, the garden is enclosed, and old and new have been mixed with real care throughout.
The ground floor is open plan, bright and airy, with clean lines and cosy homely touches. In the lounge the wood burner draws every eye, and evenings mean both dogs asleep at its feet while you settle in with the TV or a favourite novel. The dining table was handmade from reclaimed timbers found in the cottage itself, the kitchen is well equipped right down to the coffee machine, and a stable door opens out to the garden.
On the first floor, a snug with a vintage style desk and chair makes a quiet place for a moment's contemplation, and the bedroom holds a comfy king-size bed with views over the green to the village. The shower room has underfloor heating. Outside, a little slate path climbs through the pretty garden to an upper tier, where a patio is set with garden furniture and a fire pit for BBQs, and with the garden enclosed, the dogs can potter about while supper cooks.
The county town of Oakham, with its 12th century castle, is 2 miles away, and Uppingham is a short drive further. The area is a mecca for wildlife lovers and walkers, with a myriad of paths and tracks for walking the dogs, Rutland Water among them, and Burghley House and Rockingham Castle make grand days out.
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from £554 for 7 nights
Smock And Dog takes 2 dogs and is booked through holidaycottages.co.uk.
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At a Glance
- Dogs Welcome
- 2 dogs
- Enclosed Garden
- Yes
- You can chain your bikes up in the garden and being enclosed the garden is perfect for pets
- Dog Facilities
- Stair gate
- Sleeps
- 2 guests
- Rooms
- 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom
- Price
- from £554 / 7 nights
- Grading
- 4 star
- Arrival
- in from 17:00, out by 10:00
- Facilities
- Open fire, Wifi
Smock And Dog from £554 for 7 nights
Book with holidaycottages.co.ukFrequently Asked Questions
Is Smock And Dog dog friendly?
Yes — and genuinely so. The cottage welcomes two dogs, which matches the two-person capacity, and there's an enclosed garden the owners describe as good for pets. It's a setup designed with dogs in mind rather than just tolerating them.
Are dogs allowed at Smock And Dog year round?
The listing doesn't specify any seasonal restrictions on dogs, so it's worth contacting the owners directly to confirm availability for your dates. Given the nature of the cottage — a year-round holiday let with dogs central to its appeal — there's no indication this is a summer-only arrangement.
What should I know before visiting Smock And Dog with my dog?
The enclosed garden gives dogs a safe space to roam, and Rutland Water is just 3.1 miles away with a largely level track running around it — good going for most dogs. One thing worth noting: the cottage has steep stairs with no gate at the top, which the owners flag as something to consider for toddlers, and it's equally worth bearing in mind if you have a small or older dog. Rutland's quiet lanes and open countryside mean two dogs will have plenty to explore nearby.
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Smock And Dog from £554 for 7 nights
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