Guests say
The Mill Cottage receives high praise for its spaciousness, comfort, and well-equipped interiors, making it ideal for families and groups. Guests appreciate the beautiful garden, dog-friendly environment, and proximity to attractions like Hardwick Hall and the Peak District. The cottage is noted for its cleanliness and homely feel, with several guests mentioning thoughtful welcome packs. While some mention the hum of the nearby M1 motorway and minor maintenance suggestions, these do not detract from the overall positive experience. The property offers a relaxing base for exploring the area and is highly recommended by previous visitors.
Multiple reviews highlight the cottage as very clean and spotless on arrival, with no significant complaints about cleanliness.
The location is praised for its proximity to major attractions and beautiful walks, though some guests note the audible motorway noise. Overall, the setting is considered convenient and pleasant.
Guests frequently mention comfortable beds, spacious rooms, and a cosy atmosphere. Some note steep stairs, which may be challenging for those with mobility issues.
The cottage is described as well-equipped, with a large kitchen, good showers, and ample space. Minor suggestions include updating some furnishings, improving WiFi, and adding small items like a salad spinner or games.
Several guests appreciated welcome packs and small touches, though it should be noted that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Ideally located on the Hardwick Estate, take the opportunity to explore the National Trust’s Hardwick Hall and Stainsby Mill, located just next door!.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Smart TV, Netflix, DVD Player, Bluetooth Speaker, Open Fire
Kitchen/dining room: Range, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: (4 Steps), Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: (1 Step), Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Single (3ft) Bed
Bedroom 3: (1 Step), Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Single (3ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
LPG central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for open fire included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate. Welcome pack. Lawned garden with patio and garden furniture. Private parking for 4 cars. No smoking. Please note: There is an unfenced stream in the garden which runs along the bottom of the property.. Beautifully renovated and standing detached, The Mill Cottage is situated right next door to the wonderful National Trust’s Stainsby Mill, located on the stunning Hardwick Estate. The cottage is the perfect place for a family to enjoy a relaxing holiday together. Enter the property into the boot room, ideal for kicking off those walking shoes after a day exploring the estate. The fitted kitchen boasts a large table to gather around and the spacious living room has wonderful views of the garden, stream, and water wheel of the adjacent mill. Also on the ground floor, there is a spacious double room with en-suite facilities. Head upstairs for two further light and airy bedrooms and a bathroom. Outside you can relax and enjoy the babbling stream, and there is plenty of space on the patio to spend lazy summer evenings with good company.
Whilst staying on the estate, a visit to Hardwick Hall, an Elizabethan masterpiece, is a must! Take a stroll around the house and enjoy finding out more about the history of the building and its remarkable owner, Bess of Hardwick. Or why not stretch your legs and take a walk in the picturesque parkland or peaceful gardens?
A little further away you will find the delights of the Peak District National Park, including Chatsworth House and the wonderful town of Matlock, as well as some stunning countryside to explore. The historic market town of Chesterfield, which acts as the ‘gateway to the Peak District National Park’, is found only a few miles away. Chesterfield is well-known for its 14th-century church with its famous crooked spire. Also popular with visitors is the semi-rural 17th-century mansion, Bolsover Castle, steeped in history and set high on a wooded hilltop looking west towards the heights of the beautiful Peak District.
In nearby Nottinghamshire you can visit Nottingham Castle or Sherwood Forest to go on a Robin Hood treasure hunt! Close by, the small village of Teversal offers a visitor centre and great access to the Teversal and Pleasley Trails, perfect for enjoying a variety of walks and cycle paths. Shop 2 miles, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.
Free WiFi
There are steps within the property.
There is open water in the property grounds.
The garden is not secure for dogs.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Bolsover Castle
- Lumsdale Valley
- Crich Tramway Village
- Clumber Park
Reviews (28)
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Confirmed Guest
Excellent cottage for heatwave as is cool especially the lounge and downstairs bedroom. Would recommend that a grab handle be fixed in upstairs bathroom to allow less agile guests to get out of shower safely. Also a salad spinner would be useful. I left two paperbacks for guest use and suggest that a few simple games would be a good addition. Scrabble always popular and dominos.
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Confirmed Guest
The cottage is great, very comfortable & located in a lovely mature garden next to Stainsby Mill.The location is wonderful with easy access to the Peak District to the west & Clumber Park & Sherwood Forest to the east.We & our two dogs loved it. We would highly recommend the cottage & the location.
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Joan O'Neill
A lovely clean and roomy cottage, with comfy beds and plenty of outdoor seating. A lovely welcome pack awaited us too, a nice touch. Loads of crockery and cutlery, nice big table, and lovely range for cooking. We had a full week of hot weather, (very lucky) and the cottage mostly stayed cool, upstairs got quite warm though for night time. There are some nice walks from the door. We walked along to Hardwick Estate, lovely walk around the gardens and visited the house. Also up to St John's Church, visited on Saturday and had a lovely chat with the knowledgeable couple who offered, drinks and cake. Only downside was the noise from the motorway, a constant hum, but it didn't spoil our stay. We visited Sherwood Forest, Heights of Abraham and the National Tramway Museum. Shame Stainsby Mill wasn't open while we were there, we'd have loved to have a look around. Overall we had a very nice stay. Thank you to the hosts, it was nice reading about the history of the cottage too, and lovely that it's still in the same family.