Situated on the historic Harpur Crewe Estate, The Joiners Shop is centrally located in the quaint village of Ticknall, just 2.6 miles from the pretty Derbyshire market town of Melbourne.
Positioned within a charming courtyard setting surrounded by an abundance of activity, The Joiners Shop makes an ideal holiday property for you and your family to enjoy a tranquil trip in Derbyshire.
The property is beautifully decorated with historical artwork, photographs and books relating to the historic Harpur Crewe Estate and the former ancestral seat at Calke Abbey.
As you approach this delightful holiday cottage you will be greeted by an array of other stunning properties, make your way to the cream and glass front door to the left of the external staircase and enter into your lovely abode for a week-long stay.
With an open-plan living space, this property creates a vibrant social environment where the whole family can gather throughout the day.
Flick on the radio and head to the kitchen area to rustle up a delicious dinner which you can enjoy at the dining table at the centre of the room, a spacious and contemporary spot where you can feast on all of your family favourite meals.
In the evenings, retreat to the sitting area of the room, bold and bright, this area of the room offers the perfect space to relax with the television on and surround yourself with good company.
For a spot of quiet time, the entrance to the property provides you with a wonderful space to get lost in a book or catch up on current affairs, featuring traditional wooden beams and an exposed stone wall in contrast with contemporary and colourful décor, there’s no better spot to unwind with your morning coffee while your loved ones are preparing for the exciting day ahead.
When the night draws to a close, head to one of the three bedrooms to get some rest, each styled with their own predominant colour and style, they offer a fabulous area to unwind further, and with the option of ground-floor or first-floor bedrooms, they provide you with the perfect opportunity to bring the whole family along, with the grandparents on the ground-floor and the little ones in the twin room, this cottage caters for everyone.
In the summer months, the back garden is the place to be, grab a ball and head onto the lawn to enjoy hours of fun with your children, or even during rainy periods, the garden offers a stunning summerhouse where you can take a seat and listen to the tranquil sounds of the rain trickling across the window panes; an ideal spot for all seasons.
The local area is remote and idyllic, pull on your walking boots and take a stroll into the village to explore your surroundings or into Calke Abbey Park, with vast green lands surrounding you it’s a great chance to spot local nature before ending up at one of the pubs for a well-deserved beverage or a spot of food, renowned for serving good food it’s a brilliant option for when you don’t feel like cooking inside of the cottage.
Close by you can find the bustling Georgian market town of Melbourne, here you can find an old mill pool relating to the town’s names meaning of ‘Mill Stream’, even more eateries to indulge in, and the historic and picturesque lands of the Melbourne Hall and Gardens.
For a day out in the city, head to Derby, presenting a wide selection of museums, a cathedral and other historical landmarks, and plenty of shops, restaurants, and tourist attractions, it guarantees a delightful day out for all of the party.
The Joiners Shop is a fantastic property, providing everything you could need for your self-catered stay in beautiful settings, there’s no better place to stay to explore the lands of Derbyshire.