About this property
STABLE COTTAGE.
Readyfields Farm is a working farm set on the edge of the picturesque Beck Valley with lovely views over the surrounding countryside, a peaceful quiet getaway, at night there is no light pollution so you can watch the moon rise and star gaze from your hot tub!
There are footpaths on the doorstep for some great country walks, one of those walks will take you over to Winkburn, a little hamlet where you can find Beermats a micro-brewery with its own taproom so that you can try before you buy.
NEW FOR 2022 - TRACTOR TRAILER RIDE!
You can ride in comfort on our purpose-built trailer towed by one of our tractors through our private ancient woodland known for its fauna and flora where you may spot Brown Hares, Roe Deer, Buzzards, Muntjac and an occasional Red Kite! In spring you will see carpets of bluebells and also woodland primroses, you will also see our environmental schemes of wild flowers and nectar pollen mixes which benefit and support our wildlife on the farm, this ride takes you to Winkburn to the brewery where you may spend time sampling the beers before returning back to the farm. (Charge applies). Please book on arrival.
CHARLES FARM TOUR!
With Charles our son and 5th generation future farmer you can meet some of our animals and get to sit in one of our biggest John Deere tractors, always a great photo opportunity, learn a bit more about what we do here on the farm and subject to the time of year get to meet our calves and puppies! (Small charge applies).please book on arrival.
Newfields Farm dairy ice cream parlour a short drive away well worth a visit for a delicious treat. Southwell is also a short drive and has lots of quaint shops and cafes along with its own stunning minster, Newark on Trent is a market town 7 miles away with lots to do and see from picnics in the castle grounds to boating on the river or a visit to the civil war museum, market days are on Wednesdays and Saturdays so why not grab a bargain! The Newark show ground hosts the Nottinghamshire County show each May and also hosts a whole calendar of events such as antique fairs and horticultural shows.
Also in the area are Clumber Park great for walking and cycling, Sherwood Forest with the mighty Major Oak tree and home of Robin Hood also Rufford Abbey and Newstead Abbey. Cresswell Crags are not to be missed dating back to the ice age when mammoths and sabre tooth tigers roamed the earth, you can wander through a beautiful gorge with its many caves and artefacts dating back 1000’s of years. For the more energetic try a visit to Sherwood pines with its many cycle trails and Go Ape tree top experience.
The cathedral city of Lincoln is a 30-minute drive away where you can browse the many shops and restaurants visit the Cathedral home to the Magna Carta, or take a walk around the castle walls for some stunning views or visit the Victorian prison. The Lincoln Show ground hosts the Lincolnshire show each June and also has a calendar of other events throughout the year. Nottingham city is also a 30-minute drive away it has many theatres for concerts and shows plus an array of restaurants and shopping, you can visit the caves underneath the city or its historic castle. Both Lincoln and Nottingham can also be reached by train from Newark Castle train station and there are main line links from Newark Northgate, the A1 and A46 are just 7 miles away making us easily accessible
Norwell is a lovely rural village resting in Nottinghamshire, around six miles from the historic town of Newark-on-Trent, or Newark as it's locally known. The village boasts a pub, The Plough, and a local village convenience store stocking all the essentials, perfect for a self-catered stay. Visit Newark to see the castle and beautiful gardens, along with riverside strolls and Newark Showground hosting events throughout the year. Nearby Southwell is worth visiting for its minster, while other attractions include Sherwood Forest, Sundown Adventureland and the city of Lincoln.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin.
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with sofa bed
Oil central heating.
Electric oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair available.
Off-road parking for three cars.
Enclosed lawned garden with outdoor seating and hot tub.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 3.7 miles, pub 1.2 miles.
Note: This property has an open-tread wooden staircase which curves, please take care.