17 Northgate,
Oakham, Rutland.
LE15 6QR

Telephone 01572 759271 

  Superior quality Bed and Breakfast accommodation. Number 17 Northgate is a 300 year old listed thatched farmhouse in Oakham, Rutland.

We provide a perfect base for working in or exploring the rural beauties of our small traditional county of Rutland with our large man made lake, Rutland Water, lying in the heart of the county and only a five-minute drive away.

Our two purpose built ensuite bed and breakfast rooms were recent additions to the main house as part of a major renovation project completed in 2004.

The house is located in the historic centre of Oakham with easy access to a range of high quality restaurants, pubs, shops and the railway station.

Accommodation

We have one double (king size) and one twin bedded room each with its own ensuite bathroom and TV. Both rooms are non smoking and each room opens out on to its own patio. The rooms have their own entrance via the gravel drive to the right of the main house and off street parking is provided in the drive. Breakfast is served in the garden room.

The Red Room

 

The Red Room is a twin bedded room with ensuite, walk in shower and patio.

The Green Room

The Green Room, is a king sized double room with ensuite, walk in shower and patio.

Information

Hairdryer:-  A hairdryer is available, please ask either Dane or Joyce.

Ironing:-  Should you need an iron and ironing board please ask

Keys:-  For your convenience you are provided with keys for the door from the drive and your room. In addition each room has its own patio door with a key. Please keep them with you at all times and return them when you check out.
 
Parking:-  You are welcome to park on the gravel drive to the right of the house. If you park behind somebody please leave your car keys with either Dane or Joyce. The spaces immediately outside the house are residents only parking until 6.00 pm. The opposite side if free for anybody. There is also a pay and display car park opposite the church.

About the area

Oakham is a small traditional bustling English market town and was mentioned in the Domesday book in 1086. The historic heart of Oakham clusters around the Market Place, just off the High Street and here you will find the 400 year old Butter Cross where dairy products were once sold, the stocks, unusual for having five holes and the old town pump. To the north of the square is Castle Lane leading to Oakham's Norman Castle where a collection of horseshoes given by visiting aristocracy over the centuries are displayed in the Great Hall.

There are Restaurants & Public Houses in Oakham and other nearby villages.

Hambleton Hall:- Hambleton (On the peninsular on Rutland Water 10 mins by car from Northgate) Tel 01572 756 991 Excellent food and fine wines from a Michelin star chef using only the finest local produce. Food served every day 12 noon –1.30pm and 7.00- 9.30 Booking ahead essential.

Nick’s restaurant:- in Lord Nelson’s House Hotel, Market Place, Oakham (5 minute walk from Northgate) 01572 723 199 Excellent food and wines with a very friendly welcoming staff. Booking ahead essential particularly for weekends. Food served 12noon – 2.00pm 7-9.30 (Tues – Sat)

The George of Stamford:- St Martins (near the river) Tel 01780 750750 (25 minute drive from Northgate) Choice of restaurants in this old coaching inn. Very good food in various settings including a beautiful courtyard when the weather is good. Food served every day 12.30- 2.30/ 7.30- 10pm

The Olive Branch:- Clipsham (20 minute drive from Oakham) Village inn with excellent food which continues to win awards. Food served every day lunch and evenings. Booking ahead essential particularly for weekends.

The Whipper in Hotel:- Market Place Oakham 01572 756971 (5 minute walk from Northgate) Seventeen century coaching inn with a choice of two restaurants, the traditional George or the contemporary No 5 Brasserie. Food served every day 12.noon- 2.pm/ 6.00-9.30pm (9.00 Sun)

The Admiral Hornblower:- High Street Oakham 01572 723 004 (5 minute walk) Old restored farmhouse with good range of beers and excellent food. Food served every day luch times and evenings

Rutland Chinese Restaurant:- Market Place Oakham (5 minute walk) Very good traditional Chinese restaurant with friendly staff.

Tariff

From £75 per room for two people sharing including the traditional Full English breakfast or a continental choice including home made preserves. Single occupancy from £50 per night. Reductions are available for stays of more than 2 nights. We are pleased to accept payment by cash, cheque with guarantee card, VISA or Mastercard.

Departure & Payment:-  On your day of leaving please vacate your room by 10.30 am. If you are staying in the area we are happy to store your luggage for the day.

For further information please visit our website:-    www.17northgate.co.uk

Email: info@17northgate.co.uk

Or Write to us at:
Dane Gould
17 Northgate
Oakham
Rutland
LE15 6QR

Telephone: 01572 759271      Mobile: 07973 553595