Lily Pad 6 in All Northamptonshire | Pet Friendly Cottage Break

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✓Five bedrooms total: one ground floor bedroom with zip and link 2 x single (3ft) beds, four first floor bedrooms including three zip and link 2 x single (3ft) beds and one pull out double 4ft 6in bed
✓Two bathrooms: ground floor wet room with shower and toilet, first floor bathroom with bath and shower over plus toilet
✓Ground floor accommodation with wheelchair accessible facilities and ground floor wet room
✓Stairgate available on request for child safety
✓Open plan living space on ground floor including living area with large sofas, TV, and French doors leading to private decking
✓Dining area integrated within open plan living space
✓Kitchen area equipped with electric oven, electric hob, microwave, and dishwasher
✓Central heating throughout property with underfloor heating on ground floor and radiators on first floor
✓Electricity and WiFi included in rental
✓Bed linen and towels provided for guests
✓Travel cot and highchair available on request
✓Private decking with garden furniture accessed via French doors, plus private enclosed garden
✓Shared grounds include patio with garden furniture for guest use
✓Access to shared indoor heated swimming pool with shower, changing facilities, and toilets; private pool hire available on request (guests should bring pool towels)
✓Onsite games including table football and table tennis for entertainment
✓Private parking for 4 cars on site with electric vehicle charging point available by prior arrangement at cost
✓No smoking policy throughout the property
✓Pets allowed, maximum 2 pets with applicable charges
✓Check-in from 16:00 and check-out before 10:00
✓Laundry facilities available on site
✓Property is a charming stone cottage located in a picturesque courtyard setting in the countryside of the Nene Valley, Northamptonshire, UK
✓Nearby outdoor activities include trails to the River Nene and peaceful countryside walks
✓Local amenities within walking distance include a friendly village pub and local shop
✓Nearby markets: Oundle street market on Thursdays and Stamford street market on Fridays
✓Nearby attractions within driving distance: Rushden Lakes (30 minutes) with retail and entertainment around Nene Wetlands, Burghley House and Park (20 minutes) with children’s play area, Rutland Water offering leisure activities, sailing, windsurfing, cycling, and picnic spots, and Snettisham coastal park with beach, nature reserve, and birdwatching opportunities
✓Perfect for intimate retreats, large gatherings (up to 48 persons when combined with other properties), family reunions, special events, and retreats
✓Grouped property allowing bookings with other Lily Pad cottages for larger groups
✓Spacious living area ideal for alfresco dining and stargazing under dark skies
✓Newsletter signup promotion offering chance to win £500 via cottages.com

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Local Insights: Lily Pad 6

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Nassington, Cambridgeshire

Weather & Local Conditions

15°C

Partly cloudy

Updated: 14 Jul 2026, 2:57am

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14.90°C

Temperature

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17 km/h

Wind Speed

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90%

Humidity

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Packing Tip: UK weather can turn quickly, so pack layers whatever the forecast. A waterproof and sturdy shoes mean the whole group can head out whatever July throws at you.

What to Expect Through the Year

✓ May - September: Warmest, longest days - ideal for long days out, gardens and BBQs
✓ October - November: Crisp autumn colour, cosy evenings by the fire, quieter attractions
✓ December - February: Perfect for a snug winter escape - great for Christmas and New Year gatherings
✓ March - April: Spring blooms, longer evenings returning, wildlife becoming active

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Rainy Day Tip: A pet friendly cottage comes into its own on wet days - board games, a long lunch and a film beats a cramped hotel any day. Check the tabs here for nearby pubs and attractions with indoor options.

Dark Skies & Stargazing

Lily Pad 6 sits in a location with genuinely dark skies - a real treat for a group, and something you rarely get at home in town.

Bortle Scale Rating

The Bortle scale measures night sky darkness from 1 (darkest) to 9 (brightest urban):

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Class 4 - Rural/suburban transition

This location's dark sky rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

The Milky Way is visible overhead, though light domes may be visible on the horizon towards larger towns.

The Milky Way is visible on clear, moonless nights.

Best Stargazing Conditions

✓ New Moon periods: Darkest skies, best Milky Way visibility
✓ Winter months: Earlier darkness, crisper skies, Orion constellation prominent
✓ After 11pm: Neighbouring lights typically switched off
✓ Allow 20 minutes: Let your eyes adjust to darkness before looking up

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Pro Tip: Download a stargazing app like "Sky Map" or "Star Walk" before arrival. Mobile signal can be limited, and these apps work offline - a fun activity to share of an evening.

Location & Elevation

34m

(112 feet above sea level)

Lily Pad 6 sits in a peaceful Cambridgeshire setting - space to spread out and the perfect base for a pet friendly escape.

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34m

Elevation

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Nassington

Nearest Village

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Rural

Setting

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

✓ Fresher air: Expect it a touch cooler than coastal areas - bracing walks and restful sleep
✓ Clearer air: Less pollution and haze, better views and stargazing
✓ Morning mists: Valley fog sometimes forms below, creating magical sunrise views
✓ Walking access: Higher starting point means shorter climbs to hilltops and summits

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Driving Note: The roads to Nassington are typical Cambridgeshire lanes - narrow in places with passing spots. If the group is arriving in several cars, share the postcode and a meeting point in advance.

Coordinates

Latitude: 52.5559220° N | Longitude: 0.435441° W

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Today's sun times for Nassington (Tuesday, 14 July 2026):

3:53am

Sunrise

7:21pm

Golden Hour

8:21pm

Sunset

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3:53am

Sunrise

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8:21pm

Sunset

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7:21pm

Golden Hour

Planning Your Days by Season

✓ Summer (Jun-Aug): Sunset around 9:30-10pm - long days for group walks, days out and late alfresco dinners
✓ Autumn (Sep-Nov): Sunset 5-7pm - perfect timing for an after-dinner drink as the stars come out
✓ Winter (Dec-Feb): Sunset around 4pm - cosy early evenings by the fire, ideal for stargazing
✓ Spring (Mar-May): Sunset 6-9pm - watch the evenings grow longer each day

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Golden Hour: For the best light, plan your group photo or evening walk around golden hour (7:21pm). The warm colours make for lovely holiday photos before you head back in for dinner.

July Daylight

This month in Nassington, you have approximately 16.46 hours of daylight. The long summer days mean plenty of time for group adventures before a relaxed evening back at the cottage.

Practical Essentials

Everything the group needs to know before you arrive at Lily Pad 6.

Mobile Phone Signal

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Signal Strength

Good

Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.

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Signal Tip: All major networks should work well here.

Nearest Essentials

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Arrival Tip: Fill up with fuel before you arrive - petrol stations can be sparse in rural Cambridgeshire. With a larger group it's worth doing one big supermarket shop on the way, especially if arriving late.

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About Lily Pad 6

Need To Know

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Weather & Local Conditions

What to Expect Through the Year

Dark Skies & Stargazing

Bortle Scale Rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

Best Stargazing Conditions

Location & Elevation

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

Coordinates

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Planning Your Days by Season

July Daylight

Practical Essentials

Mobile Phone Signal

Nearest Essentials

Family & Fun

What Guests Love

Getting To Lily Pad 6

Group Attractions & More Nearby

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