Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or fewer) Corporate bookings House-swap
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car advised Nearest amenities: 4 km
Notes:
May take pets - please enquire Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
This self catering holiday cottage is situated on the edge of Sherwood Forest. It is ideal for exploring the myths of Robin Hood. The beautifully restored early Victorian cottage is situated in the conservation area on the edge of a quiet village and gives easy access to the attractions of Sherwood Forest and Nottinghamshire. The cottage is ideal for walkers, cyclists, National Trust enthusiasts and families looking for a child friendly holiday. A pet is welcome by prior arrangement.
The cottage sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms (one double bed & 2 singles). There is a bed settee in the sitting room that can accommodate a further 2 guests. The cottage stands in its own garden which is lawned with flower beds and mature trees. The large south facing sheltered garden is perfect for relaxing.
The cottage has been assessed as 4 star Self Catering property by Visit Britain.
Advance Notice: Nottingham German Christmas Market 19 Nov - 23 Dec incl Lincoln Christmas Market 3 - 6 Dec incl Trent Bridge International cricket: Thurs 8 July - England v Bangladesh ODI Thurs 29 July - Monday 2 August - England v Pakistan 5 Day Test
Rear view of The Cottage
Cottage garden room
Dining area in the garden room
Side view of The Cottage
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The Heart of England / Peak District / Nottinghamshire region
The cottage is situated in a quiet rural village 3 miles from the A1 & about 14 miles from the M1. The village has 2 pubs, one of which serves meals during the day time. There is also a Post Office and general store.
There is a large Tesco supermarket 3 miles away together with a range of local shops. Locally there are butchers, a farm shop, a working windmill selling flour & Thaymars Ice Cream and tea shop.
The Robin Wood Way passes within about 30 yards from the cottage and there are plenty of local walks across the fields and into parts of Sherwood Forest.
The 12 century church is about 30 yards from the cottage. The cottage overlooks farmland which is used for a mixture of dairy and crop production.
Sherwood Forest / Walesby area
The Cottage is ideally suited for guests who wish to relax, explore, be active, shop, view historic attractions, walk &/or cycle & visit children’s attractions – and much more besides.
From the cottage door you can enjoy: • Walking – we are 30 yards from access to a number of local walks of varying distances (www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk) • Cycling – local routes and about 6 miles from the National Cycle Network (www.sustrans.org.uk)
Visit www.visitnotts.co.uk to see what Nottinghamshire has in store for tourists
Within 15 minutes by car: • Sherwood Forest Visitor Centre & the Major Oak for the myths & legends of Robin Hood – www.robinhood.co.uk • Sherwood Forest Centre Parcs – day visitor passes – www.centreparcs.co.uk/villages/sherwood. Please book early, especially during school holidays, to avoid disappointment. • Sherwood Pines for forest cycling & aerial walkways – www.sherwoodpinescycles.co.uk & www.goape.co.uk • Golf – www.ruffordpark.co.uk • Rufford Abbey – www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/ruffordcp • Clumber & Thoresby Parks in Sherwood Forest – www.nationaltrust.org.uk/clumber-park & www.thoresby.com • Children’s play parks – www.whitepostfarmcentre.co.uk & www.wonderlandpleasurepark.com • Holocaust Centre – www.holocaustcentre.net
Bedrooms (2), Bathrooms (1), En suite (1), Shower rooms (1), WCs (3)
Furniture:
Sofabeds (1), Single beds (2), Double beds (1), Cots (1), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6, Sleeps maximum of 4
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private garden, BBQ
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: Under floor central heating, gas & electricity included This restored early 2 bedroom Victorian cottage is situated in the conservation area on the edge of a quiet village. The original 2 up, 2 down cottage has been fully restored and has been sensitively extended at the rear in keeping with the style of the original cottage. Most rooms have beams and there are internal old pine shutters in the upstairs rooms. There is a large south facing patio and a range of outbuildings. 3 cars can be parked on the drive.
The property has been assessed as 4 stars in the Quality in Tourism awards of VisitBritain.
The accommodation comprises:
Downstairs: * fully fitted kitchen * large south facing tiled garden room with a dining table, sofa & easy chairs. The room has 6 fully opening glass doors that give access to the patio bringing the outdoors indoors, * sitting room with open fireplace, 2 sofas & a sofa bed (1800mm x 1340mm), & freeview TV * wet room with rain shower, toilet and hand basin
Upstairs: * bedroom 1 with king sized double bed * separate bathroom with bath, walk in shower, & wash basin * bedroom 2 with twin beds & en-suite with walk in shower, wash basin & toilet * (a cot and bunk beds are available on request) * separate toilet & wash basin
Further details outdoors: Outside: * a range of outbuildings, including washing/drying room with washing machine & Belfast sink, *covered sitting area * secluded garden
Further details
Pets A pet is welcome with agreed prior provisos – please mention when booking
Arrival and departure Guests are requested to vacate the cottage by 10.00 am on the day of departure. A later departure time may be negotiable depending on when the next guests are arriving. Guests are welcome to arrive any time from 3.00 pm onwards on the day of arrival.
Payment terms 50% deposit is payable on booking. 50% balance is payable 8 weeks (56 days) prior to commencement of the period booked. Cheques or BACS (please request bank details) are acceptable. Sorry, but we are unable to accept Visa/Mastercard, or other credit cards.
Cancellation policy If you have to cancel your booking, please give the maximum notice possible. If you have to cancel we will endeavour to re-let the property and, if successful, will return any monies paid minus £20 administration charge.
If we are unable to re-let the property the following will be applied:
* More than 56 days notice – full refund minus £20 administration charge * Less than 56 days, but more than 28 days, 50% refund * Less than 28 days, 25% refund
Holiday insurance We suggest that all potential guests ensure that they have comprehensive holiday insurance which includes cover for unavoidable cancellations.
Conditions
The owners live next door and are very willing to help with any further requirements or local advice. Please email us with any questions regarding the facilities, or any special arrangements.
Sleeps 4 + 2 guests (+ cot/bunk beds available on request)
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
The Cottage sleeps 4 people. An additional 2 guests can be accommodated on the sofa bed in the sitting room, which is also equipped with hanging space and cupboards for clothes. There is a downstairs wet room with rain shower, sink and toilet which additional guests can use as a bathroom.
The prices above are for The Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests.
Special rates apply to certain weeks e.g. Christmas, New Year, Half term weeks.
Short breaks (3 night weekend and 4 night mid week) are available in winter months and as late bookings in summer at the following rates:
November - March: £200
April - June & September/October: £250
July & August: £350
Changeover day is Friday (alternative start/finish days may be possible by prior arrangement).
Additional guests can be accommodated (maximum 2) £50 per person per week throughout the year.
The rental price includes:
* Electricity & gas
* Under floor central heating
* Cotton bed linen
* Tea/coffee pack on arrival
* Hand towels in bathrooms & kitchen
* Tea towels
* Charcoal BBQ (6 burner gas BBQ available for hire)
* Cot and/or high chair if required
* Mid week light clean
* Weekly change of bed linen
Guestbook for The Cottage
"Just brilliant. Thank you very much for your thoughtful, well laid facilities." "Perfect, a brilliant cottage, everything we could wish for. We will return." This really is 'The Cottage' to stay at. What a fantastic place, so well finished and thought out. Wendy and Richard such kind people really made it worth our trip from Mid-Wales. Thank you." "Absolutely perfect. Beautiful cottage, everything we needed for a relaxing family break". "A really lovely cottage - comfortable and well equipped - we have had a superb break and will definitely return".
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Contact details for the advertiser of home 101879
Name:
Richard Holloway
Tel:
+44 (0) 01623 860336
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