Arch Cottage in Lincoln | Must-See Lincolnshire Cottage

About Arch Cottage

Arch Cottage is a Grade II listed property built into the Newport Arch in Lincoln's Old Town. This remarkable home combines Roman 2nd century stonework with medieval architecture. The cottage sleeps nine guests and sits within walking distance of Lincoln Cathedral and Lincoln Castle.

The property occupies a quiet spot in the historic cathedral quarter. You can walk to shops and restaurants in minutes. The enclosed front garden offers a private outdoor space with lawn, patio furniture and barbecue.

Inside you'll find four bedrooms including three doubles and one family room with a double plus single bed. The well-equipped kitchen/diner features a large table seating your whole party. A sitting/dining room includes a gas fire and Smart TV. The bathroom has a shower over bath. A ground-floor shower room provides additional facilities. Private driveway parking for one car is included plus a permit for nearby car park parking.

Lincoln Cathedral stands just 0.3 miles away (5 minutes). Lincoln Castle is 0.4 miles away (7 minutes). The Museum of Lincolnshire Life sits 0.8 miles away (15 minutes). Doddington Hall lies 5.2 miles away (12 minutes).

This property suits families and groups wanting to explore Lincoln's Roman and medieval history. Arch Cottage offers authentic period character in an unbeatable location.

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Need To Know

✓Gas central heating with gas fire
✓Gas oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, freezer, dishwasher, smart tv, wifi
✓Fuel and power included in rent
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓Highchair, travel cot and stairgate available
✓Private driveway parking for one car and permit is available within the property for a nearby car park, this is for one additional car
✓In addition there is overnight on street parking which is located very close to the property
✓Enclosed front garden with lawn, patio, furniture and barbecue
✓Sorry, no pets and no smoking
✓Shop 0.5 miles, pub 0.1 mile
✓Note: this property accepts stays with a minimum duration of 2 nights

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What Guests Love

Discover why our guests keep coming back to Arch Cottage

Historic Newport Arch Location

The cottage is built into the Roman Newport Arch dating from the 2nd century with medieval additions throughout the property.

Generous Welcome Packs

Guests consistently praise the welcome provisions including local pork pies, Lincoln fruit bread, flapjacks and drinks waiting in the fridge.

Walking Distance to Cathedral

Lincoln Cathedral and castle are both within five minutes' walk making sightseeing incredibly easy without needing the car.

Large Kitchen for Groups

The spacious kitchen features a big dining table that seats the entire party of nine for shared meals and gatherings.

Private Enclosed Garden

The front garden provides a peaceful outdoor space with lawn, patio furniture and barbecue for sunny days and evening meals.

Parking in Central Location

Private driveway space plus permit parking solves the challenge of staying in Lincoln's historic centre with your vehicle.

Getting To Arch Cottage

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Arch Cottage by car, head into Lincoln city centre and follow signs for the cathedral. The cottage is located at Newport Arch in the Old Town. You'll have private driveway parking for one car plus a permit for nearby car park parking.

By Train

Lincoln Central railway station is 1.2 miles from the cottage. The station offers regular services to Nottingham, Sheffield and London. A taxi to the cottage takes about 5 minutes from the station.

Private driveway parking plus permit

Lincoln Central station (1.2 miles)

Located at Newport Arch in Old Town

Attractions & More Nearby

Everything you need within easy reach

Lincoln Cathedral

Distance: 0.3 miles

LN2 1PX

Lincoln Castle

Distance: 0.4 miles

LN1 3AA

Museum of Lincolnshire Life

Distance: 0.8 miles

LN1 3LY

Lincoln Arboretum

Distance: 0.9 miles

LN1 1EW

Hartsholme Country Park

Distance: 3.2 miles

LN6 0EY

Whisby Nature Park

Distance: 5.8 miles

LN6 9BW

Lincoln High Street

Distance: 0.4 miles

LN5 7AT

Bailgate Shopping

Distance: 0.2 miles

LN1 3AR

St Marks Shopping Centre

Distance: 0.9 miles

LN5 7ER

Lincoln Bus Station

Distance: 0.8 miles

LN2 1HY

Lincoln Central Station

Distance: 1.2 miles

LN5 8LD

Tesco Superstore

Distance: 1.1 miles

LN6 7TS

Lincoln Cathedral

Distance: 0.3 miles

LN2 1PX

Lincoln Castle

Distance: 0.4 miles

LN1 3AA

Museum of Lincolnshire Life

Distance: 0.8 miles

LN1 3LY

Lincoln Arboretum

Distance: 0.9 miles

LN1 1EW

Hartsholme Country Park

Distance: 3.2 miles

LN6 0EY

Whisby Nature Park

Distance: 5.8 miles

LN6 9BW

Lincoln High Street

Distance: 0.4 miles

LN5 7AT

Bailgate Shopping

Distance: 0.2 miles

LN1 3AR

St Marks Shopping Centre

Distance: 0.9 miles

LN5 7ER

Lincoln Bus Station

Distance: 0.8 miles

LN2 1HY

Lincoln Central Station

Distance: 1.2 miles

LN5 8LD

Tesco Superstore

Distance: 1.1 miles

LN6 7TS

Is Arch Cottage Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families

Children will love the unique bedroom built over the archway tunnel. The enclosed front garden provides safe outdoor space for play. A highchair, travel cot and stairgate are provided. Lincoln Cathedral and Castle offer educational visits just minutes away. The property's Roman and medieval history brings school lessons to life. Nearby parks include Lincoln Arboretum and Hartsholme Country Park for outdoor adventures.

For Couples

This property is not ideal for couples as it sleeps nine guests and is designed for larger groups. The size and layout work better for families or friend gatherings. Couples wanting a Lincoln break would find smaller properties more intimate. However, the historic setting and proximity to cathedral make it special. The gas fire in the sitting room creates a cosy atmosphere for evenings in.

Pet Friendly

Arch Cottage does not accept pets. This is a strict no-pets policy for the property. The Grade II listed status and historic nature of the building likely influence this decision. Guests travelling with dogs will need to find alternative accommodation in Lincoln. Several other properties in the area do welcome pets. The enclosed garden would otherwise have been suitable for dogs.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Arch Cottage

The Wig & Mitre

Located 0.2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LN2 1JD

Browns Pie Shop

Located 0.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LN5 7AT

The Strait and Narrow

Located 0.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LN2 1JD

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Arch Cottage

Does this cottage have a hot tub?

No, Arch Cottage does not have a hot tub. The property focuses on historic character and central location rather than modern spa facilities.

Is it pet friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at Arch Cottage. This is a strict policy for this Grade II listed property.

How many people does Arch Cottage sleep?

The cottage sleeps nine guests across four bedrooms. Three rooms have double beds and one family room contains a double bed plus a single bed.

What parking is available?

The property includes private driveway parking for one car. A permit for one additional car in a nearby car park is also provided with your booking.

How far is it to Lincoln Cathedral?

Lincoln Cathedral is 0.3 miles away which takes about 5 minutes to walk. The route takes you through the historic streets of the Old Town.

What facilities are in the kitchen?

The kitchen is fully equipped with a dishwasher, large dining table seating nine and all standard appliances. Previous guests have mentioned finding a slow cooker and plentiful kitchenware.

Are there shops and restaurants nearby?

Yes, the cottage sits within walking distance of numerous cafes, restaurants and boutique shops. A pub is located directly across the road from the property.

Is the cottage suitable for families?

Yes, families are welcome and the property provides a highchair, travel cot and stairgate. The enclosed garden adds extra safety for children and the spacious layout works well for family gatherings.

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Arch Cottage Reviews

Rebecca

Arch Cottage is brimming with character and is in an amazing location. We loved being able to walk to the cathedral and castle within 5 minutes but it still felt quiet and peaceful in the house. We ranged in age from 16 to 83 and we could easily do things together and separately. The kitchen was the heart of the house, with a lovely big table to seat all of us. The weather was cold but the house warmed up well. We enjoyed the fire in the sitting room and playing games around the dining room table. The welcome pack was great especially the pork pies! It was also easy to communicate with the owner. We had a great time, thank you!

We have stayed in many Sykes Cottages but this was the first one that provided dishwasher tablets and washing powder and an adequate supply of toilet rolls and even spare light bulbs. They also provided a wonderful supply of local food. The cottage was warm and cosy and in the perfect location, being in a quiet area bur very close to the castle and cathedral and transport.

This is a lovely property which is bigger than it looks and was really comfortable. The house was very clean and welcoming even decorated for Christmas and with some welcome goodies in the fridge thank you. The owners were really helpful with pre holiday queries and there was lots of information about Arch Cottage's history in the information pack. There was lots of space and it was nice and warm with good wifi connectivity. The kitchen was fully equipped with everything you need including a slow cooker and there were some welcome goodies in the fridge. Arch Cottage is an excellent location with just enough space for a large car. All in all a lovely place to stay.

Lovely traditional cottage ,lots of room and well equipped Perfect location to explore Lincoln.

Lovely to stay in a piece of Lincoln history, facilities all good ,perfect ... Lovely to stay in a piece of Lincoln history, facilities all good ,perfect location, delicious welcome pack ,and all the homely extras meant that we didn't have to head straight for the shops, all in all a great base

Lovely, welcoming, historic cottage. Short walk to all the sites in Lincoln. One of the best homes we have ever stayed in.

Everything about Arch Cottage is excellent location, layout, facilities, local info . .. Only minor suggestion the 'welcome pack' in the fridge milk, butter, orange juice, plum bread etc! was gratefully received. It would have been helpful to know in advance that these supplies would be there as we brought similar with us.

Our 2nd visit to this lovely cottage and will definately be back. The location is second to none and a lovely place to visit.

Beautiful cottage ideally placed in a wonderful city with lots of cafes, ... Beautiful cottage ideally placed in a wonderful city with lots of cafes, restaurants & boutique shops fantastic cathedral

The house itself is lovely, set in the arch wall. Everything was great and the food provided was both practical and delicious. The location is wonderful. So close to the cathedral and castle. And Lincoln has much to offer. Highly recommended indeed.

Serena

We're a group of old uni friends and we had a great stay at Arch Cottage. Spacious, comfortable, and well equipped. Brilliantly located for the city centre, cathedral, castle, shops etc yet somehow an oasis of calm. Splendid stay, thank you so much

Had a lovely stay at Arch Cottage. The cottage was very impressive with a well appointed kitchen and was well placed for all Lincoln's main attractions. We very much appreciated the pork pie & plum bread. An excellent place to stay.

Arch cottage was a very comfortable and homely place for my family to gather and spend time together after travelling from Australia for a family wedding. There was plenty of space for people to be together and apart, it was warm and welcoming with great facilities to share meals and a few drinks would love to come back and stay here again.

We loved Arch Cottage, such a lovely, cosy feel to the place and in a great location for walking into Lincoln and seeing the sights. The cottage also came with parking for two cars, a real find in a busy location. Plenty of space in the cottage for us to chill and catch up and not feel on top of each other. We were left a lovely welcome pack, filled with local delicacies. There was lots of information left about places to visit and recommended restaurants. We all really enjoyed our stay at Arch Cottage, it was a shame the Christmas Market had been cancelled, but we managed to get booked into Christmas wreath making in the cathedral.

We had a fantastic week at this charming cottage, rich in history, . .and with plenty of room for eight people. It was very well equipped with some lovely goodies left for us to enjoy. It is located in walking distance to the castle and cathedral and a number of shops, restaurants and pubs. Would thoroughly recommend

A fantastic location we know Lincoln really well and picked it for the location and it did not disappoint. The place was perfect for us for a big family anniversary. The welcome was wonderful thank you for the goodies in the fridge we really appreciated it.

Andrew

Please if we are back in Lincoln can we stay again we loved it . Such a refreshing change from many homes that are no more than a commercial venture. Plenty of character, well furnished, nicely prepared, easy access and a surprise welcome pack in the fridge to get you going. We didn't have time to visit all the great places due to a 90th birthday celebration but managed to squeeze in the cathedral and a whistle stop castle visit, which was fine as it was only at the end of the road. Having a pub over the road allowed us to tag in and out on baby sitting duties for one of the evenings and the 3 year old was fascinated that her bed was over the pathway tunnel. The local history is fascinating and we felt privileged to be allowed to stay in a building with such a connection to that old history and had fun working out the changes that had happened over the years We genuinely hope to have reason to visit Lincoln and stay here again.

Elaine

We really enjoyed our short stay and the property was excellently located for the visits we had planned. The welcome pack was unexpected and gratefully received. We did feel parts of the property could do with a little tlc and the background heating updated. We couldn't find a bin for recycling despite the instructions. It did'nt spoil our stay though and we would definitely consider visiting again. Elaine

Hayley

Home yesterday after a lovely long weekend in Arch Cottage. The cottage is located in wonderful position. Right at the top of Lincoln hill near the cathedral and you just come out of the garden gate straight into the old street. The owner couldnt look after you better providing two bottles of orange juice with bits and without bits, Lincoln fruit bread with butter, flapjacks biscuits, a large pork pie and milk. Very well stocked with dishwasher tablets, washing up liquid and clothsponge a tea towel. We took things that we usually need on rented holiday home and didnt need any of it. Loads of loo rolls as well. We will definitely be back for a lovely family get together. Very much recommend.

A lovely antique cottage in the heart of Lincoln with loads of pubs and restaurants on your door step. We had a wonderful holiday in this charactor home which is attached to a Roman 3rd century stone arch and has the remains of the wall in the garden. In summary a large comfortable house in a good historical location with lots to do close by, would highly recommend.

Our group loved our stay at Arch Cottage. The location was ideal for our needs and we felt very welcome at the cottage. Its a wonderful property with lots of character & charm. Our only complaint is that we had to leave and go back home!

Jennifer

This cottage is perfect. We had a wonderful time and made many memories. The location couldnt have been better. PS I will mail back the parking pass for the church today. Apologies for driving off with it.

Jackie

Lovely, homely property in a great location. Generous welcome pack of local produce was very enjoyable.

A really lovely cottage in the centre of Lincoln fantastic location. We had a great stay with my elderly parents. Very comfortable and steeped in history. Welcome goodies very much appreciated. Lovely to sit in the garden when the sun shone.

What a gorgeous cottage. Built in 1350 into the Roman arch at the entrance to Lincoln, it is steeped in history but has all modern comforts. It is located just a few steps away from the Cathedral and Castle, and plenty of pubs and restaurants and interesting shops. A great base for visiting nearby castles and stately homes Burghley Gainsborough Old Hall Doddington Grimsthorpe Woolsthorpe Isaac Newton's home and Tattersley Castle. Lincoln is a delightful city and the cottage is perfect.

We had a wonderful stay here A perfect location , a high level of comfort and well equipped inside . I would like to recommend that the garden furniture is updated . Such a treat to have that pretty sunny space.

Perfect location for exploring Lincolns history, garden was a bonus in the lovely warm few days we had. Showers were temperamental and water wouldnt stay in the Bath so maybe plug doesnt fit. Very well equipped kitchen but some chipped plates and cups. Neither stopped us having a fabulous stay.

A lovely comfortable house with all the facilities we needed. So convenient for shops, pubs and restaurants.

Debbie

A great cottage in a perfect location for exploring Lincoln. My family enjoyed a lovely weekend at Arch Cottage. The property owner was very helpful and quick to reply to messages. The additional parking space is very close by and convenient. The welcome pack was also lovely.

Loved the picturesque look of the cottage and perfect location. Very homely inside and all necessary amenities. Loved the folder with the history of the cottage. Also loved all the old photos of the cottage. It is clearly well loved and the history has been considered. Lovely welcome note for the party which was a nice touch. Very warm and cosy and didnt get cold. Instructions for arriving, parking, entry and leaving the property were all carefully given.

We had a wonderful stay at the cottage! !!It is situated in a perfect place and equipped with everything you could possibly need. The owner also went above and beyond to solve a problem for me thank you.

Graham

This was our second stay at Arch Cottage. It's roomy for seven of us, comfortable and spotlessly clean. The welcome pack is exceptional and the pork pie is something we were looking forward to after our first visit. One tiny point nonslip mats are needed for both showers. We hope to come again in the future.

Louise

Lovely cottage in a very good location! Very old house but well furnished and equipped, very clean for us on arrival. Wonderful welcome pack and warm message on the board. Would have liked comfier beds but that was our only slight niggle and wouldnt stop us booking again. Parking for 1 car on the space out front and although the chapel parking was busy on arrival managed to find a spot eventually and its very close. All in all a great stay.

Denise

Fantastic cottage, location perfect, 7 ladies having a much needed weekend away, ... Fantastic cottage, location perfect, 7 ladies having a much needed weekend away, we were not disappointed, we will definitely return, the cottage was very well stocked and loved the gifts that were left, loved the fact that there was an abundance of toilet rolls where usually you just get a couple of rolls xx love love love it

Really great cottage, spacious, lots of crockery and cutlery. Fantastic location and the food left by the hosts was really kind.

Our second stay in your beautiful cottage and we are already planning next years visit. So characterful and comfortable and in a perfect location to explore the town.

Frederic

We loved returning to Arch Cottage, its a wonderful house which is beautifully furnished. We feel comfortable there and very much at home. It is wellequipped and we had everything we needed. The position is perfect for visiting the Cathedral, Castle, museum etc. It is also near delightful restaurants. We hope to return soon.

Alexandra

Absolutely wonderful stay once again. The owner was super accommodating and friendly when it came to sorting a new car pass. Huge accommodation and supper comfortable especially in the middle of the historic part of Lincoln. We couldn't have asked for better. Thank you again and we hope to be back next year!

Hannah

My parents, who live close by, rented Arch Cottage for a couple of nights for my sister, her family and myself to stay. It was an amazing place for our large family to meet up and enjoy making some special memories together. The space and layout were perfect and meant everyone had space and were comfortable. Having taken the 7.5 hour journey from South Devon the bedrooms were so cosy and welcoming after a day filled with laughs. Facilities were fab and meant I could rustle up some lovey food for us all and the supplies in the fridge were really kind. the plum bread particularly delicious Already planning our next trip. If you are looking for a home from home with a large group, allowing lots of space, then Arch Cottage is ideal. Bailgate is a beautiful place and a great base for exploring.

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Arch Cottage, Lincoln

About Arch Cottage

Need To Know

More Cottages With Hot Tubs You May Like

What Guests Love

Historic Newport Arch Location

Generous Welcome Packs

Walking Distance to Cathedral

Large Kitchen for Groups

Private Enclosed Garden

Parking in Central Location

Getting To Arch Cottage

By Car

By Train

Attractions & More Nearby

Is Arch Cottage Right For You?

For Families

For Couples

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

The Wig & Mitre

Browns Pie Shop

The Strait and Narrow

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

Arch Cottage Reviews