The Hide at Manton Bay

View prices & book 9.3 34 reviews
Private deck with a view over the water
Private deck with a view over the water
Private bay for pitches
Rutland water golf course, a mile away
Apple orchard by the water
Pitches overlooking rutland water
Sunset at the hide
Cycle around rutland water
Stunning sunset over rutland water
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Private bay for pitches
Rutland water golf course, a mile away
Apple orchard by the water

  • Fabulous location on the south edge of Rutland Water near Manton
  • An hour's walk to Normanton Church; Oakham 10 minutes' drive
  • Quiet site with lake views; barbecues and campfires permitted
Looking at the lush rural surroundings of Rutland Water these days, it’s hard to believe this is a man-made lake… but man-made it is indeed, and in fact the largest of its kind in England. It’s both quite a feat of design and a fabulous bit of scenery – and it makes a gorgeous backdrop for stays at The Hide at Manton Bay, in a stunning location right by the lake’s edge on the south side of Rutland Water. That means you’ll be able to look out over the water at all hours from this lovely spot surrounded by apple orchards and vineyards. And of course you’ll also have prime position for all the activities on offer around the lake, including cycle rides, fishing, kayaking, golf and madcap antics at the inflatable aqua park. That said, it’s quite possible that your activity of choice may be simply strolling to the local pub (20 minutes’ walk away in Manton) before an evening of barbecuing and stargazing back at base camp. In terms of practicalities, the site has bathrooms with showers and toilets, and provides recycling facilities to help keep things eco friendly. It’s a quiet site with no amplified music allowed so that everyone can enjoy a good bit of peace while they’re here. There’s a good cluster of shops and places to eat 10 minutes’ drive away in Oakham, with more dotted around local villages.

Site type

Tent pitches 11
Rent a tent 5
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 3
Open now
Opens 3 April
Please note
  • Guests under the age of 16 are not allowed on site.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
  • If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.

Languages spoken

English

Spanish

Open from Fri 3 Apr to

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Reviews

9.3

Overall rating from 34 Pitchup.com customers

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Facilities / Activities
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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PeacefulSpectacular scenery

88% would recommend this site to a friend

88% would stay here again

What customers say

This is a highly-rated campsite praised for its secure, private, and spacious pitches with stunning views of Rutland Water. Guests consistently highlight the cleanliness of the rustic but well-kept toilet and shower facilities, as well as the peaceful and tranquil atmosphere. While most found the site excellent, a few mentioned minor issues such as the lack of signage to facilities, some untidiness, and occasional noise disturbances. The site is recommended for its location and beautiful scenery.

Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews. Last updated 07/07/2026

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Peaceful, clean, 2nd visit here would…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass campervan or tent pitch

Liked Peaceful, clean, 2nd visit here would definitely be going back

Disliked Water for the pots never got warm but not an issue, filled my bowl from the shower instead which was perfect temp

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Secure site with very clear arrival…

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 Nicola S. 2 reviews

Non-electric grass campervan or tent pitch

Liked Secure site with very clear arrival instructions issued by text prior to arrival. The beautiful view of Rutland water from the pitch. Spacious pitches surrounded by hedge for privacy. The rustic but very clean toilets & showers. Great site, we will be returning!

Disliked Nothing!

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass campervan or tent pitch

Liked Close proximity to the water.

Disliked Arrived and the access gate was locked.
Called the contact number, no response.
Managed to gain access but no reception or persons responsible on site. Therefore no idea what to do or where to go.
Site generally untidy, uncut high hedges obscuring views of the lake. Booked for two night left the next morning.
The worst campervan site experience we’ve had.
Certainly no worth the money.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Quiet and peaceful site with a glorious view

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Claire F. 2 reviews

Non-electric grass campervan or tent pitch

Liked Loved the site, absolutely beautiful view from a well laid out and clean site. Very quiet when I stayed. NOT a complaint at all, but I could have done with some signposts to the loos, it took me a while to find them!

Disliked Nothing at all, I will definitely be going back

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Hope to be back.

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Tracey W. 1 review

Non-electric grass campervan or tent pitch

Liked Loved the individual pitches. Very quiet.

Disliked Nothing.

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Great little campsite very quiet lovely…

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Michael W. 7 reviews

Non-electric grass campervan or tent pitch

Liked Great little campsite very quiet lovely views very clean and very well kept will be going back very soon

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Just a really lovely Campsite 100%…

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 bart k. 5 reviews

Non-electric grass campervan or tent pitch

Liked Just a really lovely Campsite 100% recommend

Disliked Nothing

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Wonderful getaway for couples!

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Amanda-Leigh O. 1 review

Non-electric grass campervan or tent pitch

Liked Private, spacious, serene. Views of the lake are incredible, particularly at sunset, watched over a fire. Planning a third visit.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent site can’t wait to return

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass campervan or tent pitch

Liked Lovely site with a fantastic view over Rutland water, spacious pitches and clean showers and toilet block

Disliked Ideally electric hook up would be beneficial as we would like to stay longer next time

Recommend to friends Visit again

An adult only, dog friendly site that allows campfires? Perfect!

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass campervan or tent pitch

Liked Our pitch was large with lots of privacy and a stunning view of the lake. The showers and toilets were great and absolutely spotless.

Disliked Nothing to dislike.

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Features

Adults only

Campfires allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Adults only Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Luxury Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Shop nearby

Type

Small (11-25 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearby

Location

The Hide at Manton Bay

Lyndon Road

Oakham

Rutland

England

LE15 8RN

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

52.63965°N
0.67968°W

Nearest transport

Coach
8.3 mi Bus Station
10.1 mi Church View
10.5 mi Elizabeth Street
Rail
3.2 mi Oakham Rail Station
8.4 mi Stamford Rail Station
10.4 mi Corby Rail Station

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

Attractions and activities nearby include: - Rutland Sailing Club: 45 minutes’ walk - Normanton Church: an hour’s walk - Rutland Water Golf Course: two minutes’ drive - Rutland Farm Park: 10 minutes - The Anglian Water Bird Watching Centre: 10 minutes - Aqua Park Rutland: 15 minutes - Rutland Falconry and Owl Centre: 15 minutes - Barnsdale Gardens: 15 minutes - Burghley House: 25 minutes - Grimsthorpe Castle Park and Gardens: 35 minutes.

Must see

Barnsdale Gardens 3.3 mi

Rockingham Castle 9.1 mi

Burghley House 9.5 mi

Woolsthorpe Manor 11.9 mi

Ye Olde Pork Pie Shoppe 12.3 mi

National Trust

Woolsthorpe Manor 11.8 mi

Lyveden New Bield 13.7 mi

Grantham House 19.1 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Lyndon Hill- Edith Weston - Lyndon 0.1 mi

Hambleton Peninsula 1.1 mi

Manton - Brooke - Gunthorpe 1.1 mi

Wing Maze & Rutland Water 1.6 mi

North and South Luffenham 2.8 mi

Local events

  • Burghley Horse Trials (Thursday, 3 September 2026 – Thursday, 3 September 2026)

    Stamford, Lincolnshire 9.2 mi

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does The Hide at Manton Bay have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is The Hide at Manton Bay dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near The Hide at Manton Bay? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Rutland Sailing Club: 45 minutes’ walk - Normanton Church: an hour’s walk - Rutland Water Golf Course: two minutes’ drive - Rutland Farm Park: 10 minutes … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of The Hide at Manton Bay?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  7 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at The Hide at Manton Bay? From £80 (for 2 nights, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.