Tucked away in the heart of Clumber Park, between the walled garden and the cricket ground, Kitchen Garden Cottage is the perfect base from which to explore this country estate.
Kitchen Garden Cottage was built around 1892 along with the nearby Gardens House (now the Garden Tea Room). Due to its proximity to the walled kitchen garden, vineries and the formal gardens, the cottage is thought to have been used to house either a number of workers from the gardens or one individual and his family, perhaps an assistant to the Head Gardener.
Simply decorated with comfortable interiors, this restored gardener’s cottage has no passing traffic meaning you can enjoy a noise-free break. All sleeping accommodation is located on the first floor and there’s a lawn area with a picnic bench for you to unwind, or even dine, outside.
Step out of your cottage front door to explore the miles of woodland walks and cycle trails and the abundance of wildlife that covers the sweeping estate. There is a cycle rental about 400m from the cottage. When you stay here, you’ll also have access to Clumber Park estate and the walled kitchen garden out-of-hours, so you can wander around without the crowds and feel like the lord and lady of the manor.
For fun days out you won’t be short of places to go, things to do and see. Sherwood Forest, home to the Major Oak of Robin Hood fame, is close by for fantasy woodland adventures, and the Derbyshire Peak District is an hour’s drive away if you fancy hiking over the rolling peaks. If you’re looking for a historic twist to your break, you could explore the historic city of Lincoln which is only 40 minutes away by car. Or why not discover more National Trust estates that are all within driving distance from the cottage, including Hardwick Hall, Belton House, Tattershall Castle, Gunby Hall, Calke Abbey and Kedleston Hall.
Induction hob. Accessibility questions? Email holiday.enquiries@nationaltrust.org.uk or call us on 0344 800 2070.
Main entrance door leading into kitchen diner, which in turns leads into the sitting room in one direction and the hallway/staircase to the first floor in the other direction. Separate utility room with washer dryer. Separate toilet.
Double bedroom with 5 ft bed and a twin bedroom, both with en-suite bathrooms with roll-top bath and freestanding shower.
Induction Hob: Guests with a pacemaker should note that there is an induction hob in this cottage.
Heating: Oil fired central heating.
Parking: There is parking for two vehicles to the front of the house on the hardstanding area.
Garden: There is a grassed area to the front of the house and a picnic bench is provided.
Location: The cottage is located at the centre of Clumber Park with visitor facilities located only a minute or so away.
Linen: Linen is provided.
Mobile reception: Mobile reception can be intermittent. Guests are advised to check with their network provider.
Bicycle Storage: Bicycle storage is provided.