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Stunning views overlooking Rutland Water are offered at The Finch’s Arms, a 17th-century country inn in the pretty village of Hambleton. It provides elegant, chic rooms with luxury toiletries and cozy bathrobes. Light and modern, every room includes a sleek private bathroom with a walk-in shower or roll-top bath. Some rooms boast views over Rutland Water, and all rooms also include a flat-screen TV, mineral water, and tea/coffee facilities. With beamed ceilings and historic, original features, the cozy bar provides hearty meals, real ales, and an open fire. The restaurant serves fresh, seasonal dishes, made with local produce. The shores of Rutland Water are just a 10-minute walk away, and various watersports can be enjoyed on the water. Horse riding is offered in the nearby Bluebell Woods, which is 15 minutes’ drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Free Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.7
Free Wifi
8.9
High score for Oakham

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Alex
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Dinner was excellent. High quality tasty food and great presentation & service. Room had a great view of Rutland Water and the surroundings. Great local pub ambience for drinks and food.
  • Carly
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Gorgeous decor in a country pub, good sized rooms, lovely breakfast.
  • Jack
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Welcoming, friendly, divine and attentive team. The room was sublime. The food, superb. You must treat yourself. Well worth it.
  • Claire
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Beautiful location with beautiful views from our balcony, the food in the restaurant was delicious. Staff really friendly and helpful, great stay for my husbands 50th birthday.
  • Joanne
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    The rooms are gorgeous beautifully decorated lovely bedding. Top quality towels. Coffee machine was nespresso biscuits lovely. Very nice and comfortable
  • Edward
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Excellent food at very good prices. Lovely atmosphere - very friendly staff. Exceptionally clean, comfortable.
  • Judith
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    good staff comfy bed good breakfast liked the fresh flowers
  • Tara
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    It was a nice, comfortable stay! The location was very convenient for our purpose.
  • Carol
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    The room was absolutely fantastic. The service ambience and the whole experience was first class.
  • Caroline
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    The Finch’s Arms is a destination hotel for us. It’s a gorgeous property in a beautiful location. The rooms are beautifully done with many delightful touches, including fresh flowers and lovely, individual furnishings. The food was fantastic...

Area info

Amenities of Finch's Arms
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Activities

  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar

Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not possible).

  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Private check-in/out
  • Express check-in/out
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Board games/Puzzles

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security

General

  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Languages Spoken

  • English

House rules
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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 1 are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note there are no ground floor rooms at the property.

In regards to restaurant bookings please call or email to reserve a table as we cannot guarantee availability.

FAQs about Finch's Arms

  • Finch's Arms offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Bike tours
  • The prices at Finch's Arms may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at Finch's Arms is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Room options at Finch's Arms include:

    • Double
    • Twin
  • Finch's Arms is 2.6 miles from the center of Oakham. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.