Hilltop Farm Holidays - Lincoln

Russell C.

This review is for the Barn rental - enjoyable but far from perfect.

We were a group of 6 in two families and stayed for a few nights, mid week in October. The owner let us arrive early for the check in which was much appreciated.
The property and location are very attractive, and suited our group. The approach to the barn is lined with a score or more of different varieties of apple, pear and plum, no doubt all part of the conservation work here, and in itself a good reason to stay. The internal layout was fine, although we never used the upstairs lounge preferring to gather round the kitchen table and play games.
It is next to a very busy road, and whilst you can’t see the traffic, the noise is very intrusive when sitting outside, and not at all relaxing. On the other hand, it is well located for easily exploring the area.
The property had not been cleaned well. The kitchen bins were not emptied, we had to clean all the crockery and glasses before using them, and the oven trays were swimming in fat. If guests don’t clean properly then the host has to – we know, we used to do it.
The carpets were not clean – the last inch around the skirting didn’t look as if it had been cleaned in weeks. There were many dead spiders and webs just left in the corners of the rooms. It’s in the countryside and we expect nature to come in, but it should start clean.
The beds are in need of new mattresses as they no longer offer support, and you are rolled into the centre of the mattress. I was the unlucky one who had the duvet in which all the fibres had now clumped together, but the other duvets were good.
We were a little surprised that we had no contact at all with the owner, as we would have expected at least a call or a message to check that all was okay on our arrival-
We would stay again, and we do recommend it – just be aware of its limitations.

Doug C.

Hilltop Farm Holiday Cottages is a very good if not excellent self catering holiday site.

A lovely rural location and yet with good road road networks nearby.

In addition there's a very good local shop in the local village within walking distance. Plus the local pub there does good basic meals.

I stayed at Hilltop Cottage which is a lovely barn with accommodation for two people. It has a spacious living room plus a good sized kitchen plus bathroom with bath and overhead shower.

The kitchen is well done with both a freezer and fridge plus fan oven and a full range of cutlery and crockery. In addition there's a washing machine too.

The bathroom has a large bath which is lovely to relax in plus the overhead shower has very good pressure. I do think an extraction fan in the bathroom would be a worthwhile addition.

The bedroom is really peaceful with a very good double bed with excellent bedding and overhead lights for reading. Also there's lovely chairs and a little corner table too. Wardrobe and cupboard space is good too.

The property benefits from outside chairs and a garden table plus excellent views over expansive outside garden space. There's even a garden shed.

Towels are provided although when I arrived at the allocated time of check in, curiously there were no towels. As such I had to phone the owner called Charles to ask for towels.

I was informed that these would take up to an hour to arrive.

Okay it's a relatively small thing overall, however, if the accommodation states that towels are provided, they should be there upon arrival and one should not have to phone to ask for them, nor have to wait upon them.

That said Charles did apologise for the oversight and within time, the towels did arrive.

Plus Charles went out of his way to make sure I was happy with everything else and he also very kindly brought over a sun lounger which because of the weather this year, I didn't get much use out of but I appreciated the kind gesture.

Overall, I was very pleased with the accommodation.

Charles O.

As you will see we have had excellent reviews over many years for our Gold Award property which has consistently achieved a score of five for cleanliness. We had a rare issue on the date that Mr Russell arrived and are very sorry that the property had not been cleaned thoroughly. The feedback is very valuable and we are delighted that this customer feels he would like to return despite our evident slip up. Sorry again.

Kay L.

What a beautiful place to stay. I wish I had booked a longer stay. So peaceful and relaxed. No one bothering you. It's been wonderful to have a cup of tea every morning outside on the garden table and chairs. Take in the countryside. So amazing views and some beautiful surroundings. I think I will have to book the barn next year and bring friends and family with me. Probably for two weeks and one week was just not enough!

Ellie C.

Fantastic holiday let. It is situated in the beautiful countryside and the owners encourage you to explore. The house was clean, the furniture was comfortable and the kitchen was well stocked with utensils etc. I can't recommend them enough!

Marianne O.

I love it here. Rural countryside rich in wildlife and fantastic views, lots of great local businesses, historic Lincoln City within easy reach and the seaside for a day out!

Augustinas G.

Very lovely place. We live one week in nature ❤️
Thanks

Dan H.

Great accommodation, close to Lincoln and The Wolds. Quiet in the evening beautiful setting.