Tithe Barn

ID: S777395

  • Bedrooms 2
  • ・ Sleeps 4
  • ・ Pets 1

Guests say

Tithe Barn is consistently praised for its comfort, stunning views, and excellent location near Melbourne Hall and local amenities. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, luxurious bathroom, and added bonuses like a snooker table. The property's charm, including its low beams, adds to the magical experience, although tall guests should mind their heads. The warm welcome, often with cakes, and thoughtful touches are noted and appreciated.

There is no specific mention of cleanliness in the reviews, so it is not possible to provide an accurate score.

The location is highly praised for its fabulous views, proximity to Melbourne Hall, Gardens, and local facilities. The ease of access to town and the surrounding beauty contribute to the high score.

Guests find the property very comfortable, with inviting furnishings, comfy beds, and a warm bathroom. The mention of low ceilings affecting tall people slightly impacts the score.

The property is well-equipped with a kitchen, snooker table, and games. However, suggestions for a sweeping brush, mop, and garden access, as well as minor maintenance issues like proud nails, indicate room for improvement.

Guests frequently mention the thoughtful welcome gifts, which contribute to the positive experience. While these gifts are greatly appreciated, it should be noted that such gestures, though common, are not guaranteed.

About this property

Nestled upon the grounds of Melbourne Hall in Derbyshire is Tithe Barn, a delightful, two-bedroom barn conversion. Enjoying stunning, lakeside views, and set amongst a hub of amenities and pretty gardens, Tithe Barn offers an escape for four guests, looking for a characterful yet convenient base within reach of the Peak District National Park. Be welcomed by strolling through the magnificent grounds, reaching your new abode. Climb the internal stairs to reach the games room; there is also a formal dining room where you can dine, host, and socialise with original beams overhead. Continue into the heart of the home, the open-plan living space, mixing both traditional and contemporary styles, where you'll locate a well-equipped kitchen, a sleek breakfast bar, and plush seating to unwind upon; enjoy views of the neighbouring lake from this area. When sleep calls, select from two spacious double bedrooms, one benefitting from a zip/link feature for flexibility, whilst the master enjoys breath-taking, elevated vistas of the lake. Complete your morning routine in the handy bathroom, where you can opt for a refreshing shower or a long soak in the roll-top bath, before preparing to traverse the grounds, reaching several tea rooms, shops, a convenient coffee van, and the manicured gardens of the hall. If you can tear yourself away from the estate, Staunton Harold Reservoir and Country Park offers a tranquil setting for a leisurely stroll and relax, whilst the National Trust remains of Calke Abbey, and the East Midlands Aeropark are ready to tour. Head into Derby for further attractions, where you can discover the Derby Museum & Art Gallery, tour The Museum of Making at Derby Silk Mill, visit The Eagle Market, offering plenty of shopping opportunities, and dine out at a riverfront eatery near River Derwent. Travel south to explore the Ashby de la Zouch Castle, Ashby De La Zouch Museum, or head into the Heart of the National Forest with your walking boots in tow, ready for a day in nature. For a charming base in the heart of Derbyshire, book Tithe Barn.

Melbourne is a small Georgian market town in a delightful part of South Derbyshire on the edge of The National Forest. It is about 8 miles south of Derby and 2 miles from the River Trent. It contains a good range of shops, pubs and restaurants. The village is also home to The church of St Michael with St Mary which is on the site of a much earlier Anglo Saxon building, and is regarded as one of the finest Norman Parish Churches in the country. It is 8 miles north of Swadlincote. There is much to enjoy in the village, including a lovely relaxing walk through rolling South Derbyshire countryside, starting from Melbourne’s medieval market place. Two of the county’s gems, Melbourne Hall and the Parish Church of St Michael’s, are passed in the early part of your stroll. Make the most of this attractive location all year round.

Accommodation

First-floor barn conversion.

Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x double (zip/link, can be twin on request).

Bathroom with roll-top bath, walk-in shower, basin, and WC.

Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.

Games room with pool table.
Underfloor heating.

Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.

Smart TV, WiFi.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

One well-behaved dog welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 0.3 miles, pub 0.1 miles.

Note: There is a coffee van, tea rooms and several shops on the grounds.

Note: The living spaces are accessed via a flight of internal stairs, unsuitable for those with limited mobility.

Note: No off-road parking – unloading is allowed outside the property then vehicles should be moved to Church Square.

Note: This property only accepts Monday and Friday check ins and stays with a minimum duration of 3 nights.

Please note: this property does not have outside space.

Nearby points of interest

  • Donington Park
  • Manchester Museum
  • Twycross Zoo
  • Nottingham Contemporary

Reviews (11)

  • Sarah

    Very relaxing break. Barn is lovely - comfy beds, kitchen well equipped for what we needed, snooker table appreciated by teenage son as were the welcome cakes.

  • Mark

    Beautiful area and views and lovely walks. Nearby facilities are great. Very much appreciated the lovely welcome gifts and snooker table/ games were well received. Would have liked a sweeping brush and mop. Access to the garden at the back would have been a lovely addition and plenty of room for a dart board in the game room. Property wasn’t the easiest to identify so a name plaque would be a great addition and a few proud nails in the floor in the game room need knocking back in. It is a beautiful building though and we will definitely be back and highly recommend it to others.

  • Dominic Robert

    Incredible food and the dog loved watching the ducks every morning.

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