An elegant Grade II listed property with plenty of original features and a woodburning stove. The perfect rural retreat yet only one mile from a shop and pub.. Ground Floor:
Living room: TV, DVD Player, Woodburner
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing Machine
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, Bathroom Accessed Through Bedroom 2.
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Shared With Bedroom 1 Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair. Lawned garden and courtyard (shared). Sitting-out area with garden furniture. Barbecue. Private parking for 2 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.
Free WiFi
There is limited internet signal and/or mobile reception at the property.
Towels are not included.
Families or couples only.
Approach to property is by a rough or gravel track.
No stag, hen or other party bookings allowed.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
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Property # 8868784
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Derby
Located in Derby, this cottage is in a rural area. Calke Abbey and Melbourne Hall are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Swadlincote Ski and Snowboard Centre and Etwall Leisure Centre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Donington Park Racing Circuit or Pirelli Stadium.
Swadlincote Ski and Snowboard Centre - 18 min drive - 12.6 km
Melbourne Hall - 21 min drive - 10.0 km
Calke Abbey - 21 min drive - 8.7 km
Elvaston Castle Country Park - 24 min drive - 14.9 km
Getting around
Willington Station - 9 min drive
East Midlands Airport (EMA) - 40 min drive
Restaurants
Alma Inn - 13 min drive
Been Coffee - 11 min drive
The Bulls Head - 7 min drive
Calke Abbey Restaurant - 18 min drive
Sun Hall - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Repton Cottage - 25348 pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Repton Cottage - 25348?
As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Repton Cottage - 25348 on 31 Aug 2026 start from AU$282, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Repton Cottage - 25348?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Repton Cottage - 25348?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Repton Cottage - 25348?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Repton Cottage - 25348 located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Foremark Reservoir and within 6 miles (10 km) of Calke Abbey and Melbourne Parish Church. Melbourne Hall and Swadlincote Ski and Snowboard Centre are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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Cottage was great and the owners very helpful.
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Paul
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Dave
1 Dec 2019
We enjoyed our stay at the cottage.
We enjoyed our stay at the cottage. Whilst it was cold outside the heating was good except for the bathroom. We were less happy with the state of the unmade approach road. A lack of instructions in the cottage re the appliances meant we had to rely on intuition.
Dave
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Helen
20 July 2019
Lovely cottage in quiet location, perfect for relaxed break.
Lovely cottage in quiet location, perfect for relaxed break. Good walks for our dogs right on doorstep and also locally at Foremark reservoir. Welcome pack of crisps; biscuits and wine! Nice pubs and shops a short drive away including Mercia marina
Helen
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