Mill Farm - The Farmhouse

93 Customer Reviews

• "A beautiful property in amazing grounds."

  I would definitely stay again.

  Thanks for your comments Jenny. Regards David Property Owner

  Reviewed by Jenny5.0★Oct 2024

• "Excellent property."

  Clean and well maintained with games room and hot tub in very spacious grounds with even more leisure facilities. Zip wire, trampoline, croquet and badminton for the young and active visitors. Accommodation is very spacious and comfortable with super kitchen and dining facilities.

  Reviewed by Robert5.0★Sep 2024

• "Absolutely amazing property- the pictures and description don’t do it justice."

  We were 3 families of 3 generations and the facilities were excellent and suited all. The snooker table was a big hit as was the hot tub. The garden was simply stunning. Lovely welcome gift on arrival and friendly host. Would highly recommend.

  Thanks for your comments Kelly.So pleased that you all enjoyed your time at Mill Farm Kind regards David Property Owner

  Reviewed by Kelly5.0★Sep 2024

• "This is our second visit and once again we had a wonderful time and enjoyed very much staying there."

  David and Mandy were so helpful and made us very welcome as they did last year.

  Great to see you all again.Glad you enjoyed your time at Mill Farm.Kind regards David Property Owner

  Reviewed by Linda5.0★Aug 2024

• "From the moment we arrived and met David and Mandy we were made to feel very welcome."

  We were very grateful for the lovely welcome pack they left for us. The house and gardens were beautiful, the grandkids loved the freedom of the gardens. We had a great week there celebrating a 65t birthday.

  Thanks for your comments Brian It was an absolute pleasure having you all here for the week.Kind regards David. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Brian5.0★Aug 2024

• "We hired the accomodation for guests and bridesmaids for a family wedding and it was perfect."

  The guests were shown all the facilities when they arrived and were made to feel very welcome. We definitely would recommend this property for others.

  Reviewed by Sandra5.0★Jul 2024

• "The setting was lovely and the house comfortable enough but there were a few things that let it down badly but could easily be rectified."

  1. The beds were not the size described which made for a not so comfortable stay for some, the king size bed listed is not King size and the one in the third bedroom on the first floor by the bathroom is not a standard double but a small double which is not big enough for 2 adults and the mattress is shocking! 2. The shower room has a shower that floods 3. The grounds are not secure as you would expect for somewhere that is dog friendly. 4. There was horrible rubbish on the lawn which was not only dangerous to our dog but to the abundant wildlife there. The first day the dog picked up a large lump of plastic which was obviously part of a meat packaging and this was in the middle of the lawn near the hot tub and I was lucky to have seen her do it and been able to prize it from her mouth or we would without a doubt have ended up in the vets with a very sick animal and huge bill. When I followed the dog I found the source - a large bonfire site at one end of the garden by the pond, strewn with half burned nappies, bread products, bones, plastic meat and fish containers, veg, black bin bags etc etc, it was disgusting and a health hazard for animals and small children and quite shocking in such a beautiful setting. We filled 2 large bags of the detritus in order to keep my dog, other animals and children safe not something you would expect to find anywhere. There was also another black sack full of rubbish left all weekend by one of the entry gates which a wild animal has obviously attacked, can't understand it! 5, There wasn't an adequate number of plates for 10 people and serving dishes, knives were blunt and one of the ovens didn't work. That said there were lovely scones and a few basics left to start you off and basic household items left for arrival which was a great touch and made life so much easier. Lovely setting and house, just needs a few tweaks and finishing touches and it would live up to the blurb and photos.

  We have a few issues with your review Sarah which are as follows:- 1. Bed sizes, there are in fact 2 king size beds both measuring 5ft wide. There is also 2 double beds measuring 4ft 6” wide which is a standard double and a twin room. 2. We ran the shower for 5-10 minutes and the water was draining away without any difficulty. 3. The grounds of 7 plus acres are not fully secure all the way around the perimeter but there is a large enclosed patio area at the back of the property to keep children and dogs safe and secure. 4. As for the rubbish we are amending the way it is disposed of but we are fortunate enough to live in an area where we can have bonfires so that it doesn’t go to landfill. 5. There are plenty of plates, serving dishes etc to serve 10 guests. If the guests feel that the knives are not sharp enough there is a child friendly knife sharpener in the kitchen drawer. The integrated microwave is out of order with a note inside but there is a larger free standing microwave to the side of it on the kitchen worktop. We do feel that most of your issues were unfounded and if you had spoken to David (who you saw on several occasions around the property) then all of the issues would have been gone through and dealt with at the time. We must say that in 3 years plus of letting the property out we have had excellent reviews. Kind regards David Property Owner

  Reviewed by Sarah3.4★Jul 2024

• "We had a wonderful time at Dave’s place."

  The garden was so beautiful and the house was very comfortable. We felt so welcome by Dave & the lady who managed the property. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend for a holiday and we hope to return one day.

  Thanks for your comments Emma Love to see you all again in the future. Kind regards David. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Emma5.0★Jul 2024

• "We had an absolute ball at the house."

  The facilities were amazing, there was so much to do. The park, games that were provided, hamper were all additional touches that made the stay really special. The grounds surrounding the house were beautiful. We never left the place on the first day because it was such an oasis and escape from the hustle and bustle. The only fault is that the drainage in the shower could be improved.

  Thanks for your comments Cherith Really appreciated your comments.Kind regards David Property Owner

  Reviewed by Cherith5.0★Jun 2024

• "What a fabulous place to stay."

  Plenty of added extra's like games, Children's play area. Huge fantastic garden with lots of lovely charm and character.

  Thanks for your remarks Allison Pleased you enjoyed your time at Mill Farm.Kind regards David Property Owner

  Reviewed by Allison5.0★Jun 2024

• "Fabulous house."

  Lots of things to do in the surrounding area for children. We stayed with 3 families including 4 children under 4. The house is beautiful with immaculate gardens and plenty of space. The hosts were welcoming and friendly and showed us around the house on arrival. We will be back!

  Thanks for your comments Giles So pleased you enjoyed your time at Mill Farm.Looking forward to seeing you all in the future.Kind regards David. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Giles5.0★Apr 2024

• "A great place to stay."

  It had all the amenities that you need. Very comfortable beds and very clean. Plenty of crockery and utensils in the kitchen. Very large garden. Very helpful owners. Has two bathrooms and a toilet not three bathrooms as described.

  Thanks for your comments Viv If you check Sykes website,The Farmhouse is described as having two bathrooms and a downstairs toilet and washbasin.kind regards David Property Owner

  Reviewed by Viv4.7★Apr 2024

• "We had a wonderful weekend celebrating with family."

  Mill farm was very clean & welcoming. The children thought it was amazing having their own playground. Mandy was brilliant looking after us. The hot tub was well used by all & wonderful to celebrate me back to after a lovely day out at Calke Abbey.

  Thanks for your comments Gillian Really pleased you enjoyed your time at Mill Farm.Mandy does a fantastic job.Kind regards David. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Gillian5.0★Mar 2024

• "Really enjoyed stay, didn’t realise there wasn’t any on suite bedrooms though."

  I thought the the televisions could do with updating & made more user friendly could only get terrestrial tv on one of the tvs in the lounge & couldn’t get the tv to work at all in the kitchen diner. A lot of ground work going on in the garden but the owner explained what the issues were & was very friendly without being obtrusive. Facilities were great from the hot tub to the snooker room & play area for the children. Would stay again.

  Thanks for your comments Richard. We will look into the issue regarding the TV’s.Hopefully the area affected by the drainage problems should improve rapidly over the next few weeks.Because of the age and layout of the farmhouse(dating back to the late 1700’s)en suite bedrooms are not a practical proposition.Kind regards David. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Richard4.4★Mar 2024

• "We stayed here for a special birthday - 6 adults, a 4 yr old, a 2 yr old and a 1 years old and had masses of space for us all."

  The welcome was friendly and very helpful but not “in your face”, the property was well equipped and there was a much appreciated welcome pack. The 2 older children loved the playground, especially the trampoline and the grounds were great although use was limited by the weather. Would definitely recommend and would be very happy to return.

  Thanks for your comments Hilary. Very much appreciated.Hope all went well with the birth of your new grandchild. Best wishes David. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Hilary5.0★Mar 2024

• "A wonderful long weekend with 10 friends and a wee 3 year old at the Mill Farm!"

  We loved it - the pub down the road was also great. Beautiful garden even in the rain and felt very homely with lots of space for different activities. Big thanks to Dave and Mandy! Heartily recommend.

  Thanks for your remarks Megan, Happy that you enjoyed your time at Mill Farm.Regards David and Mandy. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Megan5.0★Feb 2024

• "Stayed here for a family birthday get together."

  6 adults, 3 young children and 2 dogs. The property was just amazing and the garden was stunning with a brilliant play area for the kids plus a hot tub which we all loved. We also enjoyed lots of games of hide and seek in the house. It was lovely to meet Mandy and Dave, the hosts. Super friendly and helpful. We would love to visit again when the weather is better so we can explore the area a bit more. There’s so many great places on the doorstep.

  Thanks for your remarks Sally So pleased that you all enjoyed your time at Mill Farm.Kind regards David Property Owner

  Reviewed by Sally5.0★Feb 2024

• "We had another excellent stay at Mill Farm - it's a wonderful property and setting for our large family group and we look forward to returning again before too long!"

  Hi Phil Thanks for your comments. It was great to see you again.Glad you all enjoyed the week.Kind regards.David. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Phil5.0★Feb 2024

• "It was a perfect place for us to stay!"

  We will definitely be back. Everything was lovely from the house, the location, the hosts. Highlights: The welcome pack was great. The hot tub. The games room. The garden. The aga! Thank you so much.

  Thanks for your comments Hannah. So glad you all enjoyed your time at Mill Farm.Hopefully see you all again.Kind regards David. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Hannah5.0★Jan 2024

• "We find it hard to fault The Mill Farmhouse."

  It’s a great venue for a family gathering or celebration. The full size snooker table and the hot tub are particularly good features. The grounds are vast with a good safe play area for children. The house is warm and spacious with the emphasis on comfort and practicality more than aesthetics. Our stay was for a 70th birthday and family reunion. The weather wasn’t good but the house was so big and well equipped that everyone had such a special time without heading out as much as we would do normally. We’d highly recommend MIll Farm for get togethers. It has a happy and informal vibe. David, the owner, was an excellent host. He was always available for help and advice but in no way intrusive. And thanks David for taking a personal hand in locating a necklace left behind by one of us.

  Thanks for your comments Andrew.So pleased you all enjoyed your time at Mill Farm.Kind regards David Property Owner

  Reviewed by Andrew5.0★Jan 2024

• "Brilliant! Mill Farm was ideal for our annual family get together."

  We played snooker, enjoyed the hot tub, cooked good food, enjoyed the garden (the play area was great for the children) and found the house very spacious, warm and comfortable. Beds were very comfy and bathroom provision was excellent. The local pub (two minutes walk) provided excellent food and drink. You could not wish for a better house for a family get together.

  Thanks for your comments Rodger So pleased that you enjoyed your time at Mill Farmhouse.Kind regards.David. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Roger5.0★Jan 2024

• "Lovely cottage in lovely surroundings."

  Facilities brilliant and spotless clean. Owner and staff very friendly and inviting. We have hired many such properties over the years but this is the best yet and will I’m sure return with our family for our yearly get together

  Thanks for your comments Debra. Glad that you all enjoyed your time together at Mill Farmhouse Kind regards David Property Owner

  Reviewed by Deb5.0★Jan 2024

• "Mill Farm was a home away from home, and perfect for a pre-Christmas get-together for family members ranging from age 0 to 70+ (not to mention the dog and kitten!"

  ). The house is warm and comfortable, with plenty of different spaces for folk to eat, chill out, play games etc. Everybody enjoyed the hot tub and snooker table, while the kids loved using the outdoor play equipment. There were also plenty of games and books to dip into. We really appreciated the festive decorations and the welcome goodies. We didn’t feel the need to venture far from the house, but enjoyed an excellent Sunday lunch at The Swan. Some of us had a pleasant stroll at Calke Abbey, while others explored nearby towns and the surrounding countryside. All in all, a fantastic and memorable stay: thank you!

  Thank you so much for your feedback. It was an absolute pleasure meeting you all and thank you for leaving the house in such good order. David Property Owner

  Reviewed by Sophie5.0★Dec 2023

• "The house was amazing, we had a very enjoyable and comfortable stay."

  The hot tub and snooker room took the facilities to another level, we also enjoyed a delicious meal at The Swan and a very enjoyable Sunday evening withe the live music there.

  Thanks for your remarks Sarah. Great that you enjoyed your time at the Farmhouse.Kind regards David. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Sarah5.0★Nov 2023

• "Mill Farm is such an amazing place for a family stay!"

  Everything it has to offer lives way above expectations, and the surroundings and comforts all lead to a unique and wholesome experience. We went as a party of 8 family for joint birthdays (mum's and mine whilst we were there) and the space, the coziness, the fires and the wild life on the grounds, helped build memories for a life time. If there was anything that was needed, the hosts were more than willing to be on hand with a smile! A must for amazing get away, and we're already planning out next!

  Thanks for your comments Sam.Glad you all enjoyed your time at Mill Farm.Kind regards David Property Owner

  Reviewed by Samuel5.0★Nov 2023

• "This property is beautiful, very comfortable and has all the details you need for a break away."

  It is extremely clean and the amenities are first class. The owner is lovely and friendly and available should you need anything. It’s the best property we’ve stayed at as a family and is highly recommended.

  Thanks for your comments Jane.So pleased that you enjoyed your stay.Kind regards David Property Owner

  Reviewed by Jane5.0★Oct 2023

• "Everything you could wish for and more."

  The property easily catered for our family gathering (10 people) with the hot tub and snooker table particularly popular as were the grounds. Our host was very helpful particularly in getting people around the floods!

  Thanks for your comments Linda.It was great having you guys around.Kind regards David Property Owner

  Reviewed by Linda5.0★Oct 2023

• "We had a lovely stay as a group of couples and young children."

  The garden was fabulous and house had everything we needed. Nice location with lots of walks and pubs nearby. Would definitely recommend.

  Thanks for your comments Frances.Pleased that you enjoyed your stay.Kind regards David. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Frances5.0★Oct 2023

• "Beautiful spacious character property well located in a very interesting part of the country."

  Within walking distance of a great pub and easy access to many tourist attractions. Wonderful welcome from Mandy the housekeeper and a total service orientation focused on making our group's stay excellent. The property is very well maintained, clean and with beautiful gardens and very nice surroundings and furnishings. We will try to get back soon!

  Thank you for your kind feedback Geoff It’s a shame I didn’t get to meet you because Mandy said that you were all wonderful guests so hopefully next time. Kind regards David Property Owner

  Reviewed by Geoff5.0★Oct 2023

• "Mill Farm is a great place to stay."

  Plenty of room inside and outside to roam. Dave was on hand if we needed anything. I would throughly recommend this place to anyone from both a value of money perspective and a nice relaxing break. It comes with a heated hot tub, gas BBQ, board games and outdoor games equipment as well such as croquet, cricket and tennis rackets.

  Thanks for your comments Ash Pleased that you enjoyed your weekend.Kind regards David. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Ash5.0★Sep 2023

• "The second time we have visited this fantastic farmhouse and hope it won't be the last."

  The house is spotlessly clean, extremely well equipped, spacious, amazing gardens and the owner Dave is a lovely man who cannot do enough to make your stay perfect. Mandy and the cleaning staff are very friendly and hard working too. A great place for friends and family. We had 7 adults, 3 children and an infant over the weekend followed by 7 adults mid week. All had a brilliant time. Thanks you all very much.

  Thanks for your comments David.Great to see you all again.Pleased you all enjoyed your stay.Kind regards David. Property Owner

  Reviewed by David5.0★Sep 2023

• "This was the best property we've stayed in."

  There was no downside, words can't even. The property was stunning and so clean. The gardens were immaculate. The hottub was awesome and we played snooker (or at least tried to

  Thanks for your remarks Amber.Kind regards David Property Owner

  Reviewed by Amber5.0★Aug 2023

• "We all enjoyed a family staycation in the lovely Mill Farm with 3 generations + dog having a lovely time."

  The younger ones loved the hot tub day and night, in sunshine and rain. We had croquet and snooker tournaments, played lots of games, long walks and visited local National Trust places. The Swan and the Bulls Head were both great and we enjoyed the cream tea thoughtfully provided. Dave kept the huge garden beautifully and ever little nook and cranny were a pleasure to sit in. The house was very much a family home and very comfortable. The only thing that could have made it any better was possibly an en-suite but in an older house I understand how that may not be possible. We thank Dave for his hospitality and wish him well and hope he gets to Australia soon.

  Thanks for your comments Chris.Pleased you all enjoyed your week here.It was great having you guys around.Kind regards David. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Christine5.0★Jul 2023

• "Beautiful house, very comfortable and had everything we needed."

  The gardens are extensive and beautifully kept, plenty of space for kids and dogs to run around. Pictures don't do the property justice. The welcome pack was a lovely surprise. Our host David was very welcoming and we had some lovely chats. Our young Grandaughter named him 'Tractor Dave' as he has a sit on lawn mower which he travels around the grounds on. The hot tub, games room and kids play area was a hit across all the different ages of our group. Access to walks close by including Foremark reservoir which has different length walks a cafe and a large kids playarea. Calke Abbey worth a visit, literally up the road, where we spent about 4 hours! The local pub The Swan, which was within 5 minutes walk was dog and child friendly. Does a Sunday roast and the rest of the week is Tapas meals. We are hoping to return at some point in the future. The Nicholls Family.

  Thanks for your comments Tracy.Glad you all enjoyed your time here.Kind regards David Property Owner

  Reviewed by Tracy5.0★Jul 2023

• "A group of friends stayed for a weekend."

  The property is fantastic with well maintained grounds. Its a lovely big house perfect for catching up as a big group. The host was very welcoming and close by to help answer questions. There's a great pub a short walk away too for refreshments. Will definitely consider booking this property again.

  Thanks for your comments Daniel .Glad you enjoyed your weekend.Kind regards David. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Daniel5.0★Jun 2023

• "Mill Farmhouse is a beautiful home - wonderfully furnished and equipped."

  Everything that could possibly be needed was provided, it was comfortable and clean. The gardens and grounds are fantastically kept and were looking tremendous in the summer sunshine. So much hard work has gone into this lovely property, inside and out - it was all VERY much appreciated. We had a brilliant stay. Thank you Dave for sharing your gorgeous home.

  Thanks for your comments Mark. It was a pleasure to meet you,Cindy and the family.Your comments mean so much to me.Kind regards David. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Mark5.0★Jun 2023

• "I booked Mill Farm for a family celebration from arrival to departure we could not have been better cared for."

  The property was spotless and even better than the photographs it was perfect. Thank you David for our stay.

  Thanks for your comments Richard. Glad you all enjoyed your stay.Kind regards David Property Owner

  Reviewed by Richard5.0★Jun 2023

• "Just perfect"

  Thanks for your comment.Regards David Property Owner

  Reviewed by Elizabeth5.0★May 2023

• "Wow, what a beautiful house & gardens!"

  We had a fantastic weekend staying at Mill Farm and couldn’t have been happier with it. We all agreed that the pictures didn’t do it justice and we didn’t want to leave at the end of our stay.

  Thanks for your comments Grace.Glad you all enjoyed yourselves.Kind regards David. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Grace5.0★May 2023

• "Fabulous house and grounds in a great location."

  Just perfect for a family get together. Great garden with plenty of space for children to run and play. Well equipped with trampoline, swings and zip line too. Adults can relax in the hot tub or chill out in the bar area over a game of pool in the games room. Some lovely walks around the area and local pub with good food. What more could you ask for. Just great to spend quality time with family or friends.

  Thanks for your comments Jaqui.So glad you all had a great weekend.Kind regards,David Property Owner

  Reviewed by Jacqui5.0★Apr 2023

• "Lovely property, the pictures don't do it justice."

  Once we arrived it was so much better than we expected. The house was amazing, the grounds we beautiful. All the beds were comfy, the hot tub was amazing and fitted 8 of us in. The owner was so lovely and welcoming. We couldn't have asked for a nicer place to stay, would recommend highly. We will be booking again.

  Thanks for your comments Laura.Really pleased you enjoyed your stay.Looking forward to seeing you all again.Kind regards David. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Laura5.0★Jan 2023

• "I wanted a property that would enable my family including my dog, to gather together in one place in comfort in a picturesque setting."

  That is exactly what we got, along with the most welcoming of hosts in David. I wasn’t sure about the time of year when booking the break in January but it was spectacular frosty scenery and the house was so cozy and warm. We had a wonderful time and I most certainly will be back.

  Thanks for your comments Steph.It was an absolute pleasure to meet you all.Glad you enjoyed your stay.Looking forward to seeing you again in the future-Kind regards David Property Owner

  Reviewed by Stephanie5.0★Jan 2023

• "As perfect the second time as the first."

  Thank you so much for your comments Emily.Glad we are keeping up the good work. Kind regards David Property Owner

  Reviewed by Emily5.0★Jan 2023

• "Absolutely beautiful place to stay the house, the grounds and the local area are perfect."

  Thanks for your comments Oliver.Glad you all enjoyed your stay.Regards David. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Oliver5.0★Dec 2022

• "We have thoroughly enjoyed our weekend at Mill Farm."

  What a stunning setting! Beautiful gardens and an immaculate family home. Attention to detail was way beyond our expectations! Thank you David and Team for a fabulous few days. We loved it so much, we’ve booked for next year! Jane & Friends xx

  Thanks for your comments Jane.Really pleased you all enjoyed your stay.Looking forward to seeing you all next November! Kind regards David. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Jane5.0★Nov 2022

• "A superb farmhouse that is brilliantly equipped and fitted to a very high standard."

  Unusual to have such a generous supply of firewood, and quality arrival gifts. The owner lives next door, and was both delightfully helpful and respective of our privacy. The local pub, only 5 minutes walk away, was notably hospitable. With a variety of interesting walks nearby and the Peak District a little further afield, sports facilities at Repton School and its own extensive grounds, this wonderful property far exceeded our expectations.

  Thanks for your comments Ray.Glad you all enjoyed your stay.Kind regards David Property Owner

  Reviewed by Ray5.0★Nov 2022

• "Absolutely Amazing Farmhouse with everything you could want or need inside!"

  Superb gardens which seem to go on forever, all beautifully maintained! So much freedom for our dogs who lived their best life. Dave the owner is such a wonderful friendly gentleman always on hand if needed, & Mandy & the cleaning staff leave the Farmhouse spotless ready for your stay, with a very generous welcome pack waiting for you! All in all we had a wonderful weekend celebrating our Son’s 30th & we all can’t wait to return!! Thank you so much, we have created some amazing memories in your wonderful Farmhouse!

  Maxine .It’s been an absolute pleasure to meet you all.Loved having the dogs around.and Minnie is a little gem.Glad you all enjoyed your stay.Kind regards David. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Maxine5.0★Oct 2022

• "We had a wonderful family celebration at Mill Farm."

  The grounds and cottage are beautiful, comfortable and extremely well looked after. It felt like a home from home. We were particularly grateful to the owners for looking after our elderly parents when they arrived having broken down on route. Their kindness and help was much appreciated. We would certainly return again.

  Thanks for your comments Elizabeth.Glad you all enjoyed your stay.Ted and Janet are a lovely gentle couple.It’s been a pleasure meeting you all.Kind regards David. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Elizabeth5.0★Sep 2022

• "Absolutely fabulous house and very large garden."

  Accommodated 7adults 3 children and two dogs with ease. Trampoline swings zip wire which kept the kids entertained whilst the adults enjoyed the superb hot tub. David the owner is a very friendly guy who couldn’t do enough for us. Highly recommended would definitely go back again sometime.

  Thanks for your comments Graham.Glad you all enjoyed your stay.It’s been a pleasure meeting you all.Kind regards David Property Owner

  Reviewed by Leslie Graham5.0★Sep 2022

• "ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!"

  Thank you all so much. We have had a fantastic week, firstly with our family over the weekend, and then with friends. The house and grounds are spectacular and we have enjoyed exploring it all. Our grandchildren loved the playground and zip wire and adults enjoyed boule and croquet but the snooker table and hot tub were a massive hit with everyone. We visited Foremark Reservoir and Staunton Harold reservoir - good for walks, coffee, ice creams and great playgrounds for the little ones. We had drinks at local pubs and a meal at the Mount Pleasant but spent lots of our time enjoying the house and grounds - it was great to be able to spread out in all the rooms. The house was spotlessly clean on our arrival - all credit to Mandy and her team. Beds were comfy, towels fluffy and the welcome pack was a very pleasant surprise and a lovely touch - thank you! The highlight of the week was meeting David who has been an amazing host throughout. He is so friendly and helpful and nothing is too much trouble. We have loved chatting to him and hearing all about his farming past, the history of Mill Farm and his family. We take away a week of amazing memories and special time spent with family and friends and definitely hope to return again some time next year. Many thanks David and Mandy and take care of yourself David! Beverley, Dave, Rob, Lorna, Oscar, Arthur, Mike, Vicky, Amelia, Alfie and James Freer and Rufus the dog. Also Tracey and Michael Hughes and Barry and Ruth Seward xxx

  Thanks for your comments David and Beverly. I really enjoyed meeting you all.Glad you all enjoyed the week so much. Kind regards David Property Owner

  Reviewed by David5.0★Sep 2022

• "What a fantastic week we all had 6 adults and 4 children aged from 4 to 9 they had the time of their lives in the garden which was huge the zipline and swings kept them entertained, also our family dog as his a very active dog loved the garden."

  The youngest Alexander took to David with his grass cutter. David was always on hand if we needed any help or information he was the perfect host. Mile farm has great character and is in a perfect location very close to the village and pub, Mile farm was perfect for our needs, it was clean, comfortable, and good kitchen with all the facilities. Very sad our holiday came to an end and love to come back sometime in the future. Thanks, David for the perfect holiday.

  Thanks for your comments Paul. It was a pleasure to meet you all.Kind regards David Property Owner

  Reviewed by Paul5.0★Aug 2022

• "Mill Farm was amazing."

  Location was perfect and Dave the owner was a wonderful host. The play area was perfect for the kids and the large gardens was perfect for the dogs. With three generations and ages from 78 to 6 there was something for everyone. The house was lovely, the kitchen was a perfect meeting point for everyone including the dogs. The house had great character, clean on arrival, and all the needed cleaning materials to keep it that way throughout the week. Virgin tv throughout so everyone happy with kids programmes through to the football! Great pubs near by and great take always. I have nothing negative, and again the owner Dave just added to the experience, if you book take the time to say hi he will make your stay even better!

  Thanks for your comments Richard.It was a pleasure to meet you all.Had some great chats with John.You have left me with many happy memories.Kind regards David. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Richard5.0★Aug 2022

• "A fantastic home, brilliant facilities, Dave and Mandy the host , were unbelievable , so helpful and kind."

  spent at least three days at the house enjoying the hot tub ,snooker room, books to read and the gardens. Didn't want to leave ! Already told friends and families about this amazing property. Thank you for a lovely week. All eight of us , and the dog, had a relaxing family holiday , our first after 2 years together,.

  Thanks for your comments David.Glad you all enjoyed your stay.It Was a pleasure to meet you all.Kind regards David. Property Owner

  Reviewed by David5.0★Jul 2022

• "We had a great week here."

  David is always on hand if you need anything. The pictures do not show how big the gardens actually are. The hot tub and snooker table are amazing and we thoroughly enjoyed them. There were 7 of us staying and all felt that we had our own space as the house is very spacious. We have a 5 year old in our party and she did not stop the whole week as there was so much for her to see and enjoy. The park with zipline was so much fun. Would love to return at another time.

  Thanks for your comments Shirley.Glad you all enjoyed your stay.Olivia was an absolute star.Kind regards David Property Owner

  Reviewed by Shirley5.0★Jul 2022

• "Absolutely fantastic!"

  !!!!!!

  Thanks Angela.Glad you all enjoyed your stay.Kind regards David. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Angela5.0★Jul 2022

• "We had an amazing time in Mill Farm, the house and grounds are stunning and really well maintained by the owner David and Mandy - who were lovely/helpful - thank you both!"

  We spent a lot of time in the garden playing catch and cricket/rounders.The hot tub was an awesome big plus for both the adults and kids… we ended up staying in more than we planned to as so much to do in the place. With a 6 year old, 10 year old and 14 year old and a grandma with us the big perk was the playground area / garden. Gardens are huge… can go for lovely walks. All secluded and felt safe with kids playing outside. It has a zipline (which was a big hit), trampoline, 4 swings and seesaw etc. Also has a snooker table, lots of games/books. The grounds are huge and great for walks - there is also a public footpath in front of the house fence taking you behind Repton school for a longer walk. We went fruit picking in Scaddows Farm nearby - which was a lovely place with delicious fruit to pick. Kitchen has everything you need equipment wise. Advice to anyone going is 1) do not put the postcode in satnav - as it took us to two different/wrong places in Repton. Type in Milton Derbyshire instead, which took us to the correct Main St in Milton - after no 29 Main st is a red phone box / turn left directly after. 2) take a hair dryer if you need one (but it has everything else iron/ironing board etc).

  Thanks for your comments Sejal.It has been a pleasure to meet you and your family.Glad you all enjoyed your stay.Kind regards David. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Sejal5.0★Jul 2022

• "What a beautiful big house and huge gardens!"

  The photos don’t show quite how wonderful it is. A perfect hidden gem in a gorgeous area and Dave and Mandy couldn’t have been more friendly, helpful and utterly delightful. They were great with the dogs too. There’s everything you need in the lovely kitchen and the house is spotlessly clean everywhere. Games room and hot tub made a great way to finish our day. We actually were very sad to leave. The swan in the village is very good and friendly as are the pubs in nearby Repton. We will definitely return and highly recommend. Big thank you to Dave and Mandy x

  Thanks for your comments David. It was an absolute pleasure to meet you Caroline and the family.Kind regards David. Property Owner

  Reviewed by David5.0★Jul 2022

• "Absolutely fantastic property & host was very welcoming & informative will ..."

  Absolutely fantastic property & host was very welcoming & informative will definitely be returning so much space with an amazing garden

  Glad you enjoyed your stay Shaun. Thanks for your comments.Regards David. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Shaun5.0★Jun 2022

• "Absolutely amazing holiday."

  We stayed for my husband and twin sisters 30th birthdays a family of 8 of all ages from 7 weeks to 75 and there was something there for everyone and we never felt on top of eachother. House was exceptionally clean and the views around the garden and from the hot tub were perfect. Dave the owner was a pleasure to meet and we cannot wait to go back, even better than the photos.

  Thanks for your comments Natalie.Glad you all enjoyed the break. It was a pleasure to meet you all.Regards David. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Natalie5.0★Jun 2022

• "We had a family gathering at Mill Farm for the Jubilee weekend - a party of ten, including 4 kids aged between 3 and 13 years."

  It was a dream cottage for us, probably the best we’ve stayed in. A house that was spacious, comfortable and well equipped, and huge beautiful gardens that offered all kinds of pleasures. It’s the kind of place you don’t really need to leave at all to have a lovely stay. The kids loved the play equipment and the hot tub, and we had a great time using all the grounds to play garden games, eat al fresco and relax in the hot tub. The peaceful setting was also a good environment for a variety of wildlife - we spotted deer, woodpecker, swallows and there is even a peacock that visits. Indoors, the snooker table was a big bonus and there are so many books and games provided as well as three tvs! On arrival we found a welcome pack of scones and some thoughtful provisions of milk/bread etc. The website should definitely mention the large fridge freezer and the garden games and BBQ being available as well. Last but not least, Dave is a fabulous welcoming owner and was very helpful. Overall, Mill Farm Farmhouse is a brilliant quality cottage accommodation. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and only wished we’d booked for longer. I have a feeling we will be booking again! Thank you to Dave and his friendly helpers.

  Glad you enjoyed the break Priyanka.It was a pleasure meeting you all.Regards David. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Priyanka5.0★Jun 2022

• "We have 2 or 3 family holidays in cottages every year and Mill Farm -The Farmhouse ranks as one of the best we have rented."

  The garden, it is misleading to call it a garden, it is huge more like a park. It has swings, a trampoline and a zipwire and acres of space for croquet, boules. and all the ball games. You can relax in the summerhouse overlooking the sizeable pond watching the bees and insects visiting the many flowers around the edge. Then there is the house scrupulously clean with two large lounge/dining rooms, a large well equipped kitchen ,huge billiard room from which you can access the hot tub. I could go on and on. We are a family of eight, my wife , three daughters , one spouse , two grandsons (12 & 9) and two dogs. Plenty of footpaths in the area to walk the dogs. Choice of restaurants/pubs for food within walking distance, we visited The Boot , The Swan and Jaipur (Indian). My wife likes to create a theme for these holidays (this is our seventh year) The Farmhouse and garden was ideal for our Jubilee Celebrations. David (Owner) a real gent made sure the garden was pristine for our garden party and the barbecue was fully prepared and full gas bottle. My wife refuses to rent a cottage a second time but surprised us when she declared The Farmhouse "might be the exception" .

  Thanks for your comments Gerald.Glad you all enjoyed yourselves.It was a pleasure meeting you all. Regards David Property Owner

  Reviewed by Gerald5.0★May 2022

• "Absolutely stunning property, the photos didn’t do it justice."

  We had a perfect, relaxing break with plenty of space for the whole family to come together & spend some quality time together. Would definitely return.

  Thanks for your comments.Pleasure meeting you all.Regards David. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Phyllis5.0★May 2022

• "We had a brilliant long weekend at the Mill Farm House."

  The house had plenty of room for us all to spread out and was spotless and most comfortable. The gardens were wonderful - plenty of room to run around, play hide and seek and big level areas to play football, cricket and rounders. As for the play area with its trampoline - our grandsons (aged 8 and 6) simply had a ball! The hot tub was a big hit too! A massive thank you to David for being so kind and helpful and to Mandy. (Just a pity the fridge freezer, dishwasher and trampoline were not mentioned in the listing - the last two were not spotted in the photos!)

  It was a pleasure to meet you all.Glad you enjoyed your stay.Regards David. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Lidia4.7★May 2022

• "A great place for a U."

  K. break. The property offers so much but it is the combination with the fabulous gardens and wonderful hosts that makes Mill Farm an absolute treat to stay at. Great pubs/food in walking distance and suffice to say we’ll definitely go back.

  Thanks for your comments Lawrence.It was an absolute pleasure to meet you all.Regards David Property Owner

  Reviewed by Lawrence5.0★May 2022

• "Wonderful property."

  Fantastic accommodation amazing gardens. Our children absolutely loved the freedom to run around. We wanted for nothing play equipment, games outdoor furniture. The host was very welcoming nothing was too much trouble.

  Many thanks for your comments Pamela.Kind regards David Property Owner

  Reviewed by Pamela5.0★Apr 2022

• "Rural, rustic, relaxing."

  The property and grounds were as good as advertised, and then some. Lovely place, lovely area, lovely pub a 5 minute walk and very friendly staff. This was an ideal place for a family get together, and we all really enjoyed it. And Mandy, you were a star and couldn't of been more accommodating and helpful. Hopefully, we will be back for more

  Thanks for your comments Stuart.Really happy you enjoyed your stay.Kind regards David Property Owner

  Reviewed by Stuart5.0★Apr 2022

• "Outstanding property, spotlessly clean and a very welcoming host."

  The house itself is beautiful with large comfortable rooms and plenty of space for everyone to find a place to relax. The garden is stunning (the photos do not do it justice). We didn’t need to go anywhere else. Perfect for Easter egg hunts and even a bit of snow didn’t stop us playing croquet! Worth noting that we were all adults and the property could be hard work with young children. The garden has water features, steps and slopes, and is extensive so children would need to be accompanied. It is great fun though with little bridges and places to explore. There are also several stairs and uneven floors within the property to get down to the kitchen, snooker room and sitting room. Our elderly family members found these hard work. The only thing the owners could add to improve this property, is to upgrade the cutlery and tablewares. It is a great kitchen space with a generous dining room for cooking a celebration meal, so it was a shame to eat from very cheap, small cutlery and have no serving dishes or spoons for the table. We were also missing basics such as a sieve to drain the rice. Overall, with the bonus of the hot tub and a top quality snooker room, the house was wonderful!

  Thanks for your comments Wendy.Glad you enjoyed your stay.Taken note of your constructive comments.Kind regards David Property Owner

  Reviewed by Wendy5.0★Mar 2022

• "We have just returned from a hen weekend."

  Everything was perfect - the house is immaculate, in gorgeous grounds and very clean. It had everything we needed and David was the perfect host - even blowing up our space hopper for some outdoor games. The pictures do not do this place justice. We all wish to return and have already recommended it to so many of our friends and family. By far the best property I have booked through Sykes. Cannot fault it, it was an absolute dream. For future bookers, the Bulls Head pub is a mile walk through the countryside and they do incredible pizza and cocktails. Many thanks!

  Thanks Philippa.It was an absolute pleasure to have the company of you all.Kind regards David Property Owner

  Reviewed by Philippa5.0★Mar 2022

• "Gorgeous house, stunning location"

  Reviewed by Sally5.0★Mar 2022

• "What an amazing property, the house is fabulous, plenty of space, we celebrated two birthdays and an engagement."

  The hot tub and pool room are great, big table for family meals. Great garden, David and Mandy were very welcoming couldn't do enough. The swan pub up the road lovely for food and a Chinese takeaway not far away. Will 100% return

  Thanks for your comments Carrie.It’s been a pleasure having the company of you and your family.All the best to you all .Kind regards David Property Owner

  Reviewed by Carrie5.0★Feb 2022

• "A Fantastic property with everything a family get away could possibly need."

  Thanks. It was a pleasure to have you guys about. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Lin5.0★Feb 2022

• "Booked again as soon as we got there."

  Amazing property and such a great host

  Thanks for your comments.Also,the plate full of goodies on Saturday afternoon,Looking forward to seeing you all next year Regards David. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Emily5.0★Jan 2022

• "Superb property, great location, spotlessly clean."

  David is an absolute gentlemen, can’t wait to return! Many thanks for having us.

  Reviewed by Richard5.0★Jan 2022

• "We had the best stay here and it is just such a great property and the owner is just lovely."

  Would definitely recommend.

  Reviewed by C4.7★Dec 2021

• "We were a family of 10 and had a truly magical Christmas holiday at Mill Farm."

  The accommodation is exceptional and Dave the owner was always on hand for any questions we had during the stay. Cannot rate this property highly enough and would love to experience the farm in the Summer - we will definitely be back.

  Reviewed by Justin5.0★Dec 2021

• "The property is lovely."

  Home from Home. Everything you could need is there. In great condition, clean and newly decorated.

  Reviewed by Vanessa5.0★Dec 2021

• "Our family spent a week here for my Mum’s 50th and the house was beautiful, the facilities were excellent and we all enjoyed ourselves; 10/10 property, would definitely recommend."

  Reviewed by Russell5.0★Dec 2021

• "The property is superb, full of character in a lovely setting."

  A great place to simply stay and relax with family & friends or use as a base to explore the area. The owner of the property is on hand and he too is full of character and a delightful person.

  Reviewed by Eric4.7★Oct 2021

• "What a fantastic location for a family holiday!"

  Plenty of space to be together or to be on your own. Everything you could wish for in the way of facilities, and David, the owner, makes sure everything is just as it should be. We enjoyed the enormous garden, the children's play equipment, badminton on the lawn, and the hot tub and snooker table. There is a lot to do in the area, and we especially enjoyed visiting nearby Calke Abbey and the National Brewing Centre in Burton on Trent. Our dog enjoyed the walks in the countryside round about. There is a pub just a short walk away and a couple more in Repton just 5 minutes away, but we preferred to stay on site. There are also supermarkets in Swadlincote which is only a short drive from Milton. In addition to all this, David is a lovely guy who is fascinating to talk to.

  Reviewed by Geoff5.0★Sep 2021

• "There is so much to do at the house you don’t need to venture far to entertain all age groups ."

  Extensive gardens, woods and adventure playground for children. Snooker room and hot tub for the oldies! Pubs close by with great food, all in all excellent property for a family or group gathering.

  Reviewed by Susan5.0★Sep 2021

• "Amazing property in a great location."

  The house is much bigger than expected with plenty of space for 10 to stay comfortably. The gardens and hot tub are beautifully maintained. Would highly recommend! Thanks to David for being such a great host!

  Reviewed by kit5.0★Sep 2021

• "The Farmhouse is wonderful, better than the description (it has a washing machine and large fridge freezer in a separate utility room)."

  David (the owner) was brilliant and can’t do enough for you whilst you’re staying. A great family holiday with everything you’d need. A shame the prices have increased so much for a return visit.

  Reviewed by Debbie4.4★Aug 2021

• "Superb property in beautiful and extensive gardens with an excellent children’s play area and snooker room."

  The hot tub was high quality and very clean. The owner was kind and incredibly helpful. There is lots to do in the surrounding area.

  Reviewed by Lesley5.0★Aug 2021

• "We had a fantastic stay at Mill Farm."

  The house is very spacious and extremely comfortable and well equipped - lots of room to be both together and apart. The garden is simply stunning and so well looked after. The hot tub and snooker room were much appreciated. We enjoyed meeting David very much and everything was managed very warmly and efficiently. The area has much to recommend it, a little to our surprise, but we also just enjoyed the lovely house and beautiful grounds.

  Reviewed by Sarah5.0★Aug 2021

• "We had a wonderful week and the host was friendly and accommodating."

  The house was lovely as were the gardens.

  Reviewed by Deborah5.0★Jul 2021

• "Beautiful house and grounds, hot tub fabulous, snooker room great for the kids."

  we are 3 couples and kids in the same family having a get together holiday and the property is perfect, plenty of rooms if you want some alone time. The owner Dave is great, he was there if we needed anything and he was a pleasure to chat to. we liked this holiday place so much we will be booking again,

  Reviewed by Karen4.1★Jul 2021

• "Mill Farm is an outstanding and idyllic location with one of the most beautiful gardens I have experienced at a holiday rental."

  Breathtaking views, and a wealth of amenities on the doorstep, from snooker and croquet to pubs and National Trust abbeys. Dog friendly, and with miles of paths and bridleways to explore, it is a treat. Being able to chat with Dave the owner was a pleasure, and he made us so welcome without us ever feeling crowded. I wholeheartedly recommend this gem of a property at any time of the year to a large family looking for fantastic retreat.

  Reviewed by Emma5.0★Jul 2021

• "Very warm welcome and made to feel at home."

  Garden lovely. Pub lovely! Great spot

  Reviewed by Thea5.0★May 2021

• "The house and grounds were superb with the hot tub and snooker table being big hits with all."

  Location great and owner very personable. Would love to book again, indeed we tried, but Sykes' prices have rocketed, almost double what we paid, for next year. Great to have got in early!

  Reviewed by Hadley5.0★May 2021

• "Beautiful house and a wonderful garden with a peacock wondering around."

  Reviewed by Rahul5.0★May 2021

• "Mill Farm is better than advertised."

  The property is perfect for a large family or two families to enjoy a few days of rest and relaxation or like us, enjoying everything the house and grounds and wider area has to offer. The house is large and comfortable, the grounds expansive and beautiful. The surrounding area is perfect for walks and to cap it all, their is a great pub / restaurant The Swan, in the village. We have stayed in lots of accommodation over the years, this is right up there as one of the best.

  Reviewed by David5.0★Apr 2021

• "The house is perfect."

  It is literally home from home. Loved the kitchen and garden room for morning coffee and sitting outside listening to the pheasants as they strutted by! The hot tub at night under the stars was fab- especially after a strenuous game of snooker! Dave the owner lives in the grounds next door with his lovely dogs and it was lovely to chat to him everyday. The house is well equipped and very clean. Ideal for a summer or winter getaway. There is a pub which is a 3 minute walk away that serves very tasty Greek tapas. You can walk into Repton with a few shops and pubs. Can you tell we had an amazing stay?!

  Reviewed by Anna5.0★Apr 2021

• "We had a lovely time at the cottage however my daughters have caught 'hot tub rash' from the hot tub."

  This is caused bay a bacteria in poorly maintained hot tubs. This has really impacted our visit which is disappointing as everything else was so good.

  Reviewed by Miriam5.0★Apr 2021

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