Cabin ∙ 1 bedroom ∙ 2 guests | Cottage in Oakthorpe
1 Bedroom Cottage in Swadlincote, Oakthorpe
Donisthorpe 1.4 miles. Birch, a contemporary, single-storey lodge rests rurally in Oakthorpe near Donisthorpe, within the Leicestershire countryside. Complete with a stylish, open-plan interior, and a private decked area with hot tub, Birch offers a retreat for couples, looking to make memories in the Heart of England. Arrive to two off-road parking spaces, making your way up the external steps and up to your new lodgings. Be welcomed by the living space, with a fully-fitted kitchen, dining space for two, and a sumptuous sofa, where you can catch up on your latest programmes, enjoy a tipple and plan your impending itinerary. If the weather allows, dine alfresco upon the decked area, with rural views in the backdrop, before climbing into the indulgent hot tub for the night. Complete your bedtime routine in the sleek en-suite shower room, before resting in the plush double bed. Awaken to a morning coffee overlooking the park, before kickstarting your tour of the region. Escape as a two to Birch. Note: This property can be booked with Refs. 1125169, 1139836, 1139837, 1139838, 1139839, 1139840, 1139841 & 1139842, together sleeping 20.
The ancient village of Donisthorpe lies on the Derbyshire/Leicestershire border and just a short drive from the picturesque Derbyshire Dales. This former mining village has a thriving village pub, one of the oldest buildings in the village, a Post Office and shop and is ideally located in the heart of the National Forest close to many chocolate box villages and interesting towns. Nearby Burton upon Trent is a town straddling the River Trent, made famous by its breweries, and home of many award-winning ales. Alabaster carving, cloth working and manning the cotton mills are all central to the town's history. The small market town of Market Bosworth is just a short drive away, home to the Battle of Bosworth, with an excellent visitor centre at the battlefield site. It has many amenities, including small independent shops, pubs and a renowned fish and chip shop, all located around the market square. There are many historic sites and places of interest such as Tutbury Castle, the Old Marina, the Bass Brewery Centre and the Claymills Pumping Station. A good touring base with Twycross Zoo, Drayton Manor, Alton Towers, Belper, Matlock and Ashbourne within an easy reach, as well as Calke Abbey and the cathedral city of Lichfield.