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Shakespeare apartment vintage home from home on the edge of National Forest

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Interior
Smart TV, DVD player, stereo
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Shakespeare apartment vintage home from home on the edge of National Forest

Our apartment is ideally situated in the Heart of the Midlands the epicentre of the country and on the edge of the National Forest.
We feel it is the perfect retreat if you're visiting friends, relatives or experiencing many of the attractions the area has to offer which are innumerable.
Whether its cultural, historic or your visiting many of the family attractions in the area we're proud to offer you a home from home.
Apart from our location in the Midlands were also ideally situated for all of your immediate needs within easy walking distance to a tesco express, free parking, and lots of other amenities, take aways, pubs and a local park with football field and kids playground, which is most convenient if you have children or dogs (we accept pets by arrangement ) so everything is literally on your door-step.
If you're lover of the outdoors or like a run within half a mile of the apartment you're in wide open fields and the glorious Derbyshire country-side.
As regards the apartment itself we do our utmost to cover all of your needs with a fully equipped kitchen with a washing machine large fridge-freezer, toasters and a coffee-maker.We're also conscious of making people comfortable in all seasons so apart from the normal heating system we have plug in radiators and heaters in all rooms and electric blanket on some beds for those cold wintry nights, and in the summer we have rotating pedestal fans.In addition we supply all the bedding, cushions, pillows and towels, some toiletries and tea and coffee so you shouldn't have to bring anything with you.If you have specific needs once it as a confirmed booking you can call or email and we'll do our utmost to help and if you're visiting the area we're happy to give you pointers on where to eat and where to go according to your needs and interests.
As regards the top attractions there are many places within 15 to 20 minutes drive of the apartment the highlights being Twycross zoo, Drayton manor park (Thomas-land) Calke Abbey, Conkers activity centre and many free wild-life walks.
Also if you're hobbies are fishing or cycling there is a bike shop in the village and a fantastic bike trail, hicks lodge has extensive bike trails for all levels of experience it was specially built for the Olympics so is a rare treat and has a cafe on site, and there are several fishing lakes close by.
In general we're never far from nature be it a walk through the foresr or see the birds of prey at Rosliston forestry centre, or a walk along the tow path by Moira furnace or the many beauty spots dotted around the area.
The historic town of Ashby de la zouch is also under 15 minutes drive away (also on the bus route ) a lovely market town which has many high street shops a costa coffee and various eateries be it private cafes for lunch or restaurants, for dinner, theres an Ask and an Italian, Chinese, Thai, Indian and there all of a great standard, or if you want to grab a quick bite theres always Wetherspoons and various gastro pubs, that do excellent carveries on Sunday dinners at a very reasonable price,not to mention several acclaimed restaurants in the vicinity which have rosettes and michelin stars the most notable the famous mecca of foodies Sat bains.
Although the village of Measham itself boasts a 12th century church, 2 fish and chip shops, a chines restaurant and a chinese takeaway and 2 cafes that are open for breakfast and lunch.So literally everything is on your doorstep.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golf privileges
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Kayaking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the neighborhood

Map
Swadlincote, ENG

What's nearby

  • Donisthorpe Woodland Country Park - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Ashby de la Zouch Castle - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Twycross Zoo - 8 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Donington Park Racing Circuit - 15 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Catton Hall - 16 min drive - 15.1 km

Getting around

  • Polesworth Station - 17 min drive
  • East Midlands Airport (EMA) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Munch Box - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Rickshaw - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lakeside Bistro & Tearoom - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Conkers - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Shakespeare apartment vintage home from home on the edge of National Forest pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Shakespeare apartment vintage home from home on the edge of National Forest located?

Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Saltersford Wood Country Park, Donisthorpe Woodland Country Park, and Belvoir Castle. Mercia Park is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away.

Shakespeare apartment vintage home from home on the edge of National Forest Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 2 reviews" "
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8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for so many places and Neasham itself was quiet anf friendly.

8/10 Good

Victoria W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very cute and cosy. Had everything we needed and more and it was decorated lovely
Very cute and cosy. Had everything we needed and more and it was decorated lovely to for Christmas. The owner was so lovely and regularly checked if everything was ok and nothing was too much to ask for. Would really recommend here
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021