Guests say
The Threshing Barn is a spacious and well-equipped cottage, ideal for large groups and family gatherings. Guests consistently praise its peaceful rural setting, ample communal space, and well-stocked kitchen. The property is clean and warm, with en-suite bedrooms and thoughtful touches from the hosts. There are excellent walks nearby and the barn is perfect for celebrations. Some minor issues mentioned include squeaky beds, a noisy boiler, and limited parking, but these do not detract from the overall positive experience.
Multiple guests highlight the property as clean and well-kept, with only rare minor comments about tired furniture. Cleanliness is a consistent positive theme.
The peaceful countryside location is highly praised, with great walks and pubs nearby. Some mention the need for a car and the rough access track, but overall the setting is a major highlight.
Guests find the barn spacious and warm, with comfortable communal areas and en-suite bedrooms. Some mention squeaky beds and a noisy boiler, but comfort is generally rated highly.
The barn is very well equipped for large groups, with multiple fridges, toasters, and a fully stocked kitchen. Minor suggestions include updating the dishwasher and TV, but facilities are widely praised.
Guests appreciated welcome snacks, wine, and festive touches, though these are not guaranteed for all stays. Hosts are described as friendly and helpful, adding to the positive experience.
About this property
A spacious barn conversion for 14 with original roof timbers and shared access to a large garden..
Ground Floor:
Living room: TV, DVD Player, CD Player, DVDs
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 3: 2 x Kingsize (5ft) Beds
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 4: 2 x Kingsize (5ft) Beds
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen and Wi-Fi included. Travel cots and highchair available. Lawned garden and courtyard (shared). Sitting-out area with garden furniture. Barbecue. Private parking for 4 cars. No smoking.. All properties: Electricity, bed linen and Wi-Fi included. Lawned garden and courtyard (shared). Sitting-out area with garden furniture. Barbecue. No smoking.. Formerly part of the Foremark Hall Estate and on the edge of the National Forest, these three Grade II listed properties date from 1752. They enjoy a peaceful rural holiday location with excellent local walks and great views of the Grade I listed Foremark Hall, a Georgian-Palladian country house. Foremark Threshing Barn is a beautifully converted spacious barn with a full height atrium style dining area displaying the original roof timbers and galleried landing. From here, full width French windows lead to a large garden which features a paved patio area with garden furniture and a barbecue. Repton Cottage is named after the nearby village of Repton, the historic capital of Mercia. Burdett’s Cottage is named after the Burdett family whose ancestral home was Foremark Hall next door. Featuring cosy living rooms with wood burning stoves and exposed timbers, the traditional brick cottages of Repton and Burdett’s make perfect rural holiday retreats. Shop and pub 1 mile.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Free WiFi
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
There is limited internet signal and/or mobile reception at the property.
Towels are not included.
Families or couples only.
No stag, hen or other party bookings allowed.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Castle Donington Museum
- Kedleston Hall
Reviews (26)
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Daniel Strain
Lovely spot, great place
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely barn conversion which was well equipped. We were an extended family - 8 adults and 5 children. There are four bedrooms all with en-suite. Access is via a long rough cart track but not a problem if you drive slowly and pick your way past the ruts! Quite isolated although there is a farm, cottage and two small holiday cottages on site. A footpath runs past the barn. Nice fairly level walks to Anchor Church caves and Foremark Reservoir.
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Jon Ward
An excellent property I highly recommend for a family gathering. We were a party of 12 and love the central communal living space which was perfect for meals, games and general gathering. The kitchen was equipped for big groups with 2 fridge freezers with lots of ice supplied, 2 kettles and toasters, a really nice touch. The bedrooms were roomy and en suite, plenty of hot water although the boiler is very noisy when turned on, so beware those who sleep in! The shared garden is good and we spent plenty of time there. There is WiFi but it could do with a repeater or two to cover the whole property as there is a lack of mobile signal. Host was great and available if required. All in all it made for a great setup.