Guests say
Mill Cottage in Edwinstowe offers a spotless, well-equipped retreat with tranquil riverside gardens and charming countryside views. Guests consistently praise its cleanliness, comfortable furnishings, and thoughtful touches, including a welcome basket. Its proximity to local amenities and attractions like Sherwood Forest makes it an ideal base for exploring the Peak District & Derbyshire Dales.
Reviewers unanimously commend the cottage's exceptional cleanliness, often describing it as spotless and the cleanest they've experienced. This consistent high praise across reviews justifies a near-perfect score.
The location is highly praised for its tranquillity, proximity to local attractions, and the village centre. The scenic views and wildlife add to the charm, although on-street parking is a minor concern for some.
Guests frequently mention the comfort of the cottage, highlighting the cosy atmosphere, comfortable beds, and the relaxing setting by the river, which contributes to a restful stay.
The cottage is lauded for being well-equipped and maintained, with a high standard of furnishings and fittings. The upside-down layout with living areas upstairs is appreciated for the views it provides.
The thoughtfulness of the hosts is evident in the welcome basket and the provision of essentials and entertainment options. While gifts are warmly mentioned, they are a gracious extra and not a guaranteed feature.
About this property
A beautifully presented cottage on the edge of Edwinstowe village, with good access to Sherwood Forest and the Peak District National Park. This semi-detached property has been completely renovated in a reverse-level layout, providing a heart-warming accommodation to return to after a day tracking down Robin Hood and his Merry Men! Accessed via a gentle ramp to the rear of the property, you enter into the spacious hallway with plenty of room to hang up your jackets and store away your shoes. Discover the two tastefully furnished bedrooms, including a lavish double with en-suite shower room and a twin, which is serviced by the family bathroom with luxurious roll-top bath. Head upstairs to find the large sitting room, housing a leather sofa and a multi fuel stove to curl up beside during those colder nights. Outside is a pretty patio area where you can sit and enjoy a drink whilst listening to the river flow by and if lucky king fishers, the property also has fishing rights to the river. There is also an enclosed area which offers a secure spot for children to play without access to the water. The property has a nearby Trekking center which offers stabling and parking for a horse box, this is to be booked in advanced by contacting the owner for more details. Mill Cottage is just a short walk to the village of Edwinstowe where you can browse a variety of shops and eateries, as well as a butcher’s, bakers and a supermarket. Sherwood Forest and the visitor’s centre can also be found within walking distance from the centre of Edwinstowe, offering excellent cycle routes and paths, whilst Clumber Park and Rufford Park boast beautiful grounds to explore. With plenty to see and do in the area, Mill Cottage would make for an excellent retreat, any time of year.
Edwinstowe is a village with a selection of shops and amenities, in the heart of Sherwood Forest. This historic woodland is host to a Robin Hood Visitor Centre providing wonderful woodland walks that include the renowned Major Oak tree. Clumber Park, belonging to the National Trust, is also close by and has over 3,000 acres of land for walking or cycling through as well as well-manicured gardens and a lake with over 200 different species of bird.
Accommodation
Reverse level accommodation.
Two bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x ground-floor twin.
Ground-floor bathroom with roll top bath, shower, basin and WC.
First-floor kitchen.
First-floor sitting room with dining area
Gas central heating with multi fuel stove (starter pack included).
Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Roadside parking available.
Enclosed patio with seating.
Lawned garden with river running by.
Bike storage.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 0.6 miles, pub 0.2 miles
Nearby points of interest
- Sundown Adventureland
Reviews (52)
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Gerry
Immaculate in every way and now at the top of our list - in fact we have already booked for Feb 2025.
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April
We will definitely be back.
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Roger
Great location with short walk to village Co-op and amenities. Very relaxing and quiet cottage with lovely views all round. Especially enjoyed watching horses, sheep and resident emu just over the river. Have already booked for next year. Only slight negative is lack of off-road parking.