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Beautifully decorated, well equipped and an ideal base for exploring the area. We had everything we needed to self cater and, as this was a February stay, the log burner made for cosy evenings.
Thank you for such lovely feedback Deb, we are so happy you enjoyed your stay and thank you for leaving the cottage so clean it was a real pleasure to host you all.
We do hope you come and stay again.
Laurence & Hayley x
Property Owner
Reviewed by Deborah5.0★Feb 2025
"We had a wonderful stay at 36 Main Street."
It is a beautiful cottage and well-equipped and in a great location right by Calke Abbey. The house was spotlessly clean and beds very comfortable. Would highly recommend.
Thank you for such great feedback, we are so glad you enjoyed your stay at the cottage. Hopefully we will get to welcome you again, many thanks Laurence and Hayley.
Property Owner
Reviewed by Leila5.0★Dec 2024
"A very cosy cottage which has been beautifully renovated and was ideally situated next to the grounds of Calke Abbey where we ran and walked every day."
The owners were really helpful and welcoming. Although there isn’t a shop in the village Melbourne is only few minutes away with a well stocked Sainsbury’s and there is also a great farm shop close by. It was perfect for our family Christmas with a lovely kitchen/dining space and log burner in the lounge (although the heating was so efficient that we only lit it a couple of times). Definitely recommend.
Thank you so much for such kind words we are so glad you enjoyed your stay at the cottage over Christmas. HNY Laurence and Hayley.
Property Owner
Reviewed by Melanie5.0★Dec 2024
"Really lovely cottage, in an excellent location with great facilities."
Calke abbey is walking distance, which was great. Really handy having two car parking spaces. Was really easy to find following the directions.
The third floor is quite tricky to get up there if you're tall, a great space for children if they're quite independent. We had two babies with us and while the space was great to have, getting them up and down was hard. But older kids would absolutely love this space, great set up for them!
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review. We are so glad you enjoyed the cottage and the surrounding countryside with your family.
Many thanks,
Laurence & Hayley
Property Owner
Reviewed by Lauren4.7★Oct 2024
"36 main street cottage was stunning."
The attention to detail and the commodities made our break perfect. The owners were very helpful and friendly. The beds were as comfortable as any I have slept in before. I would certainly recommend and will hopefully stay again sometime.
Thank you so much for such lovely feedback. It’s lovely to hear you enjoyed your stay at the cottage. We will hopefully see you all again soon.
Many thanks,
Laurence & Hayley
Property Owner
Reviewed by George5.0★Aug 2024
"Cottage was lovely and clean but a very overpowering smell of air freshener in each room."
We took a dog as it said ‘an enclosed garden’ but the details failed to mention there was a walk to the garden down an unsecured path, as a result we had to accompany the dog each time to the garden and were unable to leave the back door open.
The loft rooms were absolutely boiling but fans provided did help in some way to reduce the temperature.
We accidentally left our bag of dirty washing and we paid for postage but then paid another £25 on top for the effort on the hosts part. Hosts were unhelpful and irritated by this inconvenience. They were also difficult to get hold of.
Hi Rachel,
Thank you for your feedback.
We are glad you thought the cottage was lovely and you enjoyed the secret garden. From your note in the guest book we can see you really enjoyed your stay.
Hayley did go above and beyond to reunite you with your clothing which you accidentally placed in the neighbours black bin however I think the confusion came because they had been put in the neighbours bin and this wasn’t initially communicated by your guest Christian when he called us. Due to this we had to visit the property twice and search four of the neighbours black bins which obviously wasn’t a pleasant task. Once we located your items Hayley packaged them up, printed out a label and waited in for your courier to pick them up. she was in communication with Christian constantly. Which in all meant Hayley spent several hours of her own time to do. The plug in air freshener is located in the kitchen and can always be switched off by any guest if disliked. As you mentioned fans are provided for all rooms and all windows do open but due to you visiting on the hottest days of the year it was very stuffy in the evenings, this is something out of our control unfortunately.
Many thanks,
Laurence
Property Owner
Reviewed by Rebecca2.8★Jul 2024
"We had a lovely 2 night stay in this beautiful cottage while attending our son’s graduation from Loughborough University."
The cottage was well equipped, spacious and immaculately clean. We were blessed with warm, sunny weather and the secret garden was the perfect place to sit and unwind in the evening sun. The road outside seemed a bit busy at first but once inside the cottage there was very little noise to be heard at all. There are also some lovely walking routes straight from the cottage towards Calke Abbey. Enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend.
Thank you for your lovely review and congratulations to your son. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and you got the sunshine.
Thanks Laurence and Hayley.
Property Owner
Reviewed by Gail5.0★Jul 2024
"A perfect location for our get together."
A beautifully appointed and stylish cottage, it had everything we needed. Two spacious double rooms and two cosy single rooms. We enjoyed a drink in the sunshine in the secret garden to plan our activities. Plenty to see and do in the local area, The Ferrars Centre and Garden centre were a highlight, Melbourne was great for shopping. Dinner at the Staff of Life, within walking distance of the cottage, was really good. And Calke Abbey just up the road. The owners of the cottage were very accommodating and let us know they were on hand should we need anything. Clean and comfortable - we highly recommend this cottage as a lovely place to stay.
Thank you! We really appreciate such great feedback and we are so happy the cottage was everything you needed for your get together.
Hayley & Laurence
Property Owner
Reviewed by Glenda5.0★Jun 2024
"We had a wonderful stay at 36 Main Street!"
The cottage is beautiful and has all the facilities you could possibly need. The owners were fabulous and very accommodating too.
The bottle of wine waiting for us on arrival was a nice added touch! Would happily stay again.
Hi Laura, we are so glad you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for the lovely feedback.
Laurence & Hayley
Property Owner
Reviewed by Laura4.7★May 2024
"This cottage is a beautiful place to stay, everything you need is provided."
Home away from home. Supermarket located in town of Melbourne is a good place to grab some groceries. I would highly recommend this cottage. One thing that was missing, a washing machine since we were travelling from Canada, would have been a nice feature to have, other than that I will give the property a 10/10
Hi Samantha,
Thank you for such a lovely review, we were so very happy you enjoyed your stay at the cottage and in the village.
Laurence & Hayley.
Property Owner
Reviewed by Samantha5.0★May 2024
"My group of nerdy friends really enjoyed staying in the cottage for a weekend, as we don't get to meet up very often."
We enjoyed the full TV package with loads of movies, a big dining room table for eating and playing board games and nice local scenery for walks.
Pros:
Cosy
Modern
Well furnished
Good amenities
Neutral:
Only one bathroom on the middle floor
Loud traffic but only really when having a window open
Cons:
Bitten by bed bugs
No local shop within walking distance
I'm giving a rating of 4/5, everything was great but my sleep was really impacted because of being bitten throughout the night.
Hi David,
Thank you for your review, we are glad you enjoyed meeting up with your friends and your stay at the cottage.
I would also like to assure you that both myself and my cleaner have throughly checked all the beds, bedding and furniture as we do for each and every hand over and I can confirm there are no bed bugs. The cottage is cleaned to an extremely high standard. We sterilise all bedding with an antibacterial cleaner and deep clean all furniture on every change over and we are regularly reviewed 5/5 for our cleanliness as you can see from our previous reviews.
Many thanks,
Laurence & Hayley
Property Owner
Reviewed by David4.1★May 2024
"A lovely modernised to a high standard cottage."
Spotlessly clean. Well equipped. Superb position for lovely walks. The only down side was traffic noise which affected our sleep. We live at the end of a no through lane so just not used to traffic.
Reviewed by Jan5.0★Apr 2024
"Six adults, a one year old and a big dog!"
This was perfect for us. We loved the cottage and we loved exploring the local places. I would highly recommend. Lots of lovely, thoughtful, welcoming touches.
Thank you for such amazing feedback and for being great guests at the cottage, we also loved the thank you note left on the chalk board!
Property Owner
Reviewed by Elizabeth5.0★Apr 2024
"We enjoyed a wonderful short break even though the weather was miserable."
The cottage is very comfortable and contains everything you require. It is a brilliant base for walks in the National Park and the beautiful surrounding countryside.
We will be back!
Thank you for your feedback and for being wonderful guests at The Cottage. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay despite the rain.
We hope to see you again in the future.
Laurence & Hayley.
Property Owner
Reviewed by Jan5.0★Apr 2024
"A lovely house renovated to a very high standard."
No expense has been spared in the decor and equipment which makes it a joy to live in. The ceilings are VERY low. I'm 6"6' and spent most of the time bent double but not an issue once you get used to it.
It's on a very busy road but the windows have been done in such a way that you're never bothered by the noise.
All in all, a very pleasant stay!
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. Due to the age and character of the Cottage there are a couple of low beams but we are glad you enjoyed your stay.
Thank you Laurence & Hayley.
Property Owner
Reviewed by Oliver4.7★Mar 2024
"A lovely well equipped cottage ."
Quality equipment in the cottage with everything you need for a pleasant stay .Table set on arrival with a complementary bottle of wine .Tea bags and coffee and a enough wood for the fire on the first night all a welcome touch.
Well designed and decorated.
Plenty of walks around the Calke Abbey estate 10 minutes away .
Great communication from the owner.
Thank you for such lovely feedback.
We hope to see you again soon.
Team 36 Main Street, The Cottage
Property Owner
Reviewed by Jennifer5.0★Feb 2024
"We had a really lovely stay from beginning to end."
The accommodation is really homely and has everything you might need. Was also a very thoughtful Welcome Pack, including something for the dog. There was even a hose in the secret garden to wash down our very muddy dog after walks! Laurence was really friendly and quick to respond to any queries during initial settling in as well as offered great recommendations. Both pubs, within walking distance, were very friendly yet very different. The people in the village couldn’t have been more friendly. The main road is surprisingly busy but did not detract from our stay. Great walks locally and plenty to see further afield too. Melbourne Hall and Pool walk is well worth a visit, as is Calke Abbey and Foremark Park and reservoir. We would definitely be back!
Thank you for your lovely feedback, having grown up and lived in the village it’s also lovely to hear that you found everyone to be friendly and welcoming. We hope to see you again soon, Team No.36 The Cottage.
Property Owner
Reviewed by Michael4.7★Feb 2024
"No 36 is a very comfortable cottage in a lovely village."
It is tastefully and calmly decorated. We stayed there over Christmas and the the cottage was so well equipped we were able to cook Christmas dinner with ease. Plenty of plates and cutlery, decent equipment. Although situated on the 'Main' road it is quiet inside and felt private. I would recomend this cottage.
Thank you for taking the time to leave us your lovely feedback and for being wonderful guests at The Cottage.
We hope to see you again in the future.
Team No. 36 Main Street The Cottage.
Property Owner
Four bedrooms: 2 x double, 2 x second-floor singles
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, and WC
Kitchen/diner
Sitting room with woodburning stove, starter pack incuded
Second-floor snug
Gas central heating
Range cooker with electric oven and gas hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher
2 x Smart TVs, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off-road parking for 1 car
Enclosed rear courtyard with furniture
Cot and high chair
One well behaved dog welcome (Pet Charge of £25 will be payable)
No smoking
Shop 2.3 miles, pub 0.3 miles
Note: Limited headspace in second-floor bedrooms
Please be aware that the property is 500 years old and due to this the floors are slanted, the ceilings are low in places and the windows can be tricky to open
Please note the charging of electric vehicles is not allowed at the property.
Please note: Property accepts Friday and Monday check in's, if you require a different check in day please contact Sykes Cottages for more information
The property
36 Main Street is a delightful cottage resting in the charming village of Ticknall, Derbyshire.
Boasting original features with exposed stone walls and beams throughout, The Cottage welcomes six guests, for both friends, and families alike, to relish the ultimate getaway to Derbyshire.
Enter this stunning property to be impressed by the light and airy décor, accompanied by a well-equipped kitchen hosting high-quality appliances.
Sit back and unwind over a hearty meal to be enjoyed at the spacious dining table with a bottle of wine or two, curl up in the homely sitting room in the warmth of a woodburning stove and click on the Smart TV to catch up on your favourite shows or movies.
If you prefer to make the most of your surroundings, step outside and wonder up the path to an enclosed courtyard and relish a late-night tipple with your other half as the sunsets over the neighbouring countryside.
When the stars appear, retreat to a stylish shower room to wash away the day ahead and after clamber into a plush double bed; with the addition of another double bedroom, as well as two singles the cottage caters for all sleeping arrangements.
A stone’s throw away from here, discover the stunning National Trust Property and park called Calke Abbey.
Take a relaxing stroll along the Staunton Harold Reservoir or travel to Melbourne Hall and Gardens where you can traverse the grounds of a regal family manor and delight in a picnic.
Further afield, journey to Derby where the Derby Arboretum and Markeaton Park reside, in addition to a plethora of pubs, restaurants, bars and cafes where you can refuel before resuming your adventures.
Thrill seekers will appreciate a day out at Alton Towers, whereas walking enthusiasts may prefer to explore a wealth of walking, hiking, and cycling trails that pepper the expanse of the Peak District National Park including Bamford Edge and Jacob’s Ladder which offers imposing views over the surrounding valleys.
Whisk your loved ones away on a fun-filled break to The Cottage at 36 Main Street in Derbyshire.
Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £300.
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Where you’ll be staying
TICKNALL
Melbourne 2.4 miles, Burton-upon-Trent 8.4 miles, Derby 13.4 miles
Ticknall is a quiet village nestled in the south Derbyshire countryside, boasting beautiful walks through the neighbouring National Trust Park of Calke Abbey, a lovely local village shop and three pubs the Chequres, The Staff of Life and The Wheel Inn. 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 has a good range of shops, pubs, and restaurants. The town 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. Swadlincote is also 8 miles north; there is much to enjoy in the town including a lovely relaxing walk, through rolling South Derbyshire countryside, starting from Melbourne’s medieval marketplace. 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.
Please note: Property accepts Friday and Monday check in's, if you require a different check in day please contact Sykes Cottages for more information
This property offers the following short breaks:
Winter
Off-season
Last minute
Christmas
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