Find your countryside calm at Canal Farm Cottages.

Discover peaceful self-catering stays beside a private one-acre fishing lake, where nature surrounds you and relaxation comes naturally.

Dog-friendly and perfect for unwinding, our tranquil retreats offer the ideal countryside escape.

More than just a stay…

At Canal Farm, your break is about breathing space. Wake up to open fields, walk straight onto mowed tracks circling the lake, and end your day watching barn owls glide silently across the dusk sky

Big Blue Skys

Cosy Cottages

Dog-friendly cottages

Fishing lake onsite

fresh air

Lincolnshire Wolds & coast

Endless walks

FISHING

A peaceful lake surrounded by trees and grass under a partly cloudy sky, with fallen leaves on the shoreline.

Experience the calm of Canal Farm Cottages where peaceful waters, scenic surroundings, and the thrill of the catch come together. Cast your line, unwind by the canal, and rediscover the simple joy of fishing in the heart of the countryside.

OUR COTTAGES

Brick house with a small front patio, stairs, and potted plants, set against a blue sky with clouds.

Ticklepenny

Front view of a small red brick house with a tiled roof, double wooden door, and two windows, surrounded by a gravel and brick-paved yard with plants in planters.

Kingfisher

A brick house with a tiled gable roof, small windows, and a wooden door, situated in a spacious yard with gravel and paved areas, a wooden bench, some plants, and a green rainwater tank under a partly cloudy sky.

Barn Owl

Canal Farm Self-Catering Cottages offer a peaceful escape from the rush of modern life. Nestled in beautiful Lincolnshire countryside, they boast stunning views across open fields toward the rolling Wolds and the striking spire of St James’ Church in nearby Louth.

Lovingly converted from traditional red-brick and pantiled farm buildings, these charming cottages retain their authentic rural character while providing all the modern comforts you’d expect. Each cottage is fully equipped for self-catering stays, complete with its own private courtyard and parking area.

The surrounding area offers plenty to enjoy, with welcoming pubs and restaurants, local farm shops, and a village store all within three miles perfect for experiencing the warmth and tranquillity of rural Lincolnshire.

What People Are Saying

“We spent a week here with the in-laws and our dog fishing and travelling around Lincolnshire and the wolds. Nice peaceful area and if you're lucky you might see the local owls and foxes.”

— Andrew Hardman

“We spent 3 night’s staying in Ticklepenny. The cottage was finished to a high standard and had everything we needed. The hosts were very welcoming. The location is very peaceful and the walk around the fishing lake was beautiful. We saw the Barn Owl several times whilst there.”

— Phil J

“It's the second time we have stayed in the barn owl It's a lovely well kept place Fishing is fantastic
We will definitely be back”

Lee Casson

Location

Located at Austen Fen, near Louth, our cottages sit beside a peaceful canal and fishing lake, surrounded by open countryside and the Lincolnshire Wolds