The Stables

Don't just don't. Never walked out of anywhere before, unless .....someone has ; replaced all the bedding , pillows, mattress cover, quilt, toaster and net curtains. PAT tested electricals, maybe repaired the plasterhole in wall, missing middle of windowsill and reattached the top of the wardrobe to the wardrobe.Just don't. Disappointed I am still awaiting a refund after sending my bank details twice.

Ideal stop for me. Not easy to find, but look out for small sign above double gates with the Stables in courtyard behind. Owners are helpful and welcoming. They offered parking in the courtyard as the road outside is quite narrow and busy at times. It has a kitchenette with breakfast cereals toast milk etc. I believe in the past there was a cooked breakfast served, The shower is excellent and warm. Bed comfy. Very clean everywhere. As others have noted the phone signal is non existent but the Wifi is ok. A short 7 min walk to pleasant pub in the village and Calke Abbey is a vast National Trust estate whose entrance is 2min walk.

I had found myself in Nottingham and Derbyshire for a week on business hotel-hopping and I had been getting less than three hours sleep a night. I knew I was going to have to do it all over again the next week so on Friday I booked them at the last minute. The place was so lovely and quiet, the owners were welcoming and friendly. The cafe next door is very helpful. I slept a full 8 hours for three nights in a row. And there are plenty of great local walks, including Calke Abbey on the doorstep. So I managed to get some good exercise in to help with the rest and recuperation. The room has a double bed and another room with a single bed. A shower room and a small kitchen with fridge , sink and microwave. It really is a gem of a getaway, known to those who get to use the place. Highly recommended, I would book again!