The Laburnum Retreat | Stunning UK Hot Tub Break

About The Laburnum Retreat

Tucked away at the foot of a spectacular walking area of The Roaches, in the lovely quiet village of Upper Hulme, is this elegantly placed shepherd's hut. Positioned in the most idyllic countryside setting, promising a romantic retreat for two, this pretty accommodation is just what you need for that well-deserved rest.

The peaceful outdoor surroundings personify the cool and tranquil nature of the interior space, by the light, neutral colour palette creating an uplifting mood. Step inside to find a beautiful set up, the dining area comprises of a table and 2 chairs, along with a double fixed bed, a kitchen area and separate bathroom.

The kitchen has all the necessary equipment for cooking. Also within the room is an electric fire to give extra warmth during colder seasons.

Just off from this open-plan layout is the shower room, completing the cabin with a quality finish. To the outside of the hut is a barked area with table and chairs; a divine little haven to sit out, soak up the summer sunshine or a light spring breeze and admire the breath-taking hillside vistas before you.

You will be mesmerised by the verdant pastures and beautiful landscapes as you enjoy a refreshing glass of wine accompanied by the smoky aroma of the barbecue, sizzling away - Pure bliss. There are some fabulous walks and climbs to challenge you during your trip, all in the immediate area.

The delightful spa town of Buxton offers an assortment of shops, pubs and eateries and fantastic opera house, whilst the market town of Leek, has charming cobbled streets to behold along with fine Victorian architecture. The Laburnum Retreat is a rather desirable cottage for couples seeking the peace and quiet of The Peak District.

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Need To Know

Electric heater plus an electric heater in the style of a flame effect logburner (please do note this is an electric heater)
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, TV, WiFi
Bed linen and towels included in rent
Off-road parking for 1 car
Barked/ patio with furniture
Private Hot Tub
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop 3.8 miles, pub 0.9 miles
Note: Hot tub is only suitable for children aged 10 years or over and they must be supervised
Please note - this property has a good housekeeping deposit of £200
Please note: due to the rural location of the property, the WiFi can sometimes be effected
Note: Property does not accept bookings beginning on Christmas Day, Boxing day or New Years day
Please note: When booking this property please contact Sykes Cottages, to confirm availability,

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The Laburnum Retreat Reviews

Tiegan

Was a lovely peaceful cabin with a shared garden area which was beautiful. We had an issue with the tap which was fixed right away. However, the only downside was that it was right next to a walking route so people would walk past quite often, and whilst using the hot tub, it isnt the nicest. Secondly, it was advertised as having wifi which is one reason I went for this one however, when I arrived, there was no wifi and basically no signal either which caused a few issues.

A lovely property. Felt private. Hot tub was fabulous ! maintained during our stay. Property in a Lovely location and central to all areas via transport

Bliss! Beautiful view, hot tub, quirky accommodation. We loved it, it was just the quiet break we needed. Owners were really friendly and helpful. Recommend the food at the Lazy Trout, so good we went back the next day.

The retreat was in a beautiful spot lovely views and very peaceful and we woke up to sun shine with a cup it tea in bed looking out at the view. Unfortunately the towel radiator didnt work in the bathroom so was difficult to dry towels. Also small things like no bread knife, we took some lovely sourdough uncut bread and really struggled to cut it. The mattress on the bad felt really worn and when we stripped the bed at the end we found out it was and really is ready for a new mattress. Other than that it was a very tranquil beautiful place to stay.

Claire

We booked the Shepards Hut for a weekend break and it was fabulous from start to finish. The location is fantastic with beautiful scenery all around. The hut is compact but has everything you could possibly need for a weekend stay. I will definitely be returning in the future.

The Retreat was more than we could have expected. Beautiful and peaceful with lovely countryside.The Shepherds Hut was extremely clean and very cosy. When we arrived we were greeted with a roaring log burner with a good support logs. We enjoyed the well maintained Hot tub, Darren came and gave us some instructions then left us to it. We look forward to a return visit .

Sharon

Would highly recommend. The road leading up was a bit bumpy but we managed fine in an astra. You just have to take it slow. Place was immaculate and the hot tub was especially lovely after a long day of walking. It was within easy reach of Buxton and the Kinder reservoir which leads up to kinder scout was a 40 min drive. Beautiful views, very private and nice and quiet. The cooker was great for cooking a bit of bacon but I wouldn't want to cook a meal on there. You also need to make sure you put the boiler on for hot water. Didn't meet the owners as they were self isolating but the staff who showed us the hot tub and how everything worked were very polite and friendly.

Louise

Lovely spot with amazing views and hot tub right next to accommodation. Very well equipped. Perfect little escape with great walks on the doorstep.

Jo-anne

Perfect for a secluded, peaceful getaway. For me the lack of consistent WiFi & phone signal was a blessing.

Sophie

We really enjoyed our stay, the hut was spotless and very homely. The view is spectacular and you really won't be bothered by anyone when you're there. The owner and her staff are all very friendly. I will say that this is only the kind of place you'll want to go if you're looking to be away from everything. The only way to get to the property is down a rough single file road that you'll need to go down slowly, but this is only a very short part of your journey. My only criticisms of the entire trip would be that the hot tub isn't as private as it looks on the pictures there are two hot tubs pictured on the listing, its the smaller grey one and not the blue one, and you're also asked to put all of your food waste in a plastic tub so this can be taken to the chickens at the end of your stay. I love this idea but we were there for a week and after four or five days the box stank the entire hut out if you opened it. We mentioned it to one of the staff working but he just said that it would be collected at the end of our stay so we stopped using it. I think for longer stays the food waste box definitely needs to be emptied more frequently.

I would not stay here again. Hosts were not very helpful. When we first got there the host went through some relevant information which was very helpful but after that it was very difficult to communicate with her. When asking for some lighter fuel for the fire I was made to feel like I was being really difficult by asking, unsure if this was because we are a young couple. The host expected us to buy everything ourselves which was not specified on the booking. Wifi was promised in the description but we could not access the wifi at any point of our 3 night stay. I asked the host and was told the wifi was fine. I believe there is no access to wifi which should be changed in the description. Also on arrival there was information on the wall in the shepherds hut that stated cake and milk would be left on arrival, this was not the case. Their was no fuse in the radiator on arrival so the bathroom was freezing cold. Finally the road leading up to the shepherds hut had loads of pot holes. A 4x4 is needed for the half a mile road. The shepherds hut itself was lovely as pictured on the site. The hot tub is right next to the hut so is very private. You do get a lot of privacy as the hosts do leave you alone.

The shepherds hut was lovely, very well done & the hot tub & views were wonderful. However the contact with the owner prior to arrival was not particularly friendly. I rang to check on key collection arrangements as requested & rather than simply explain I was told that an email would be sent on the morning of travel. It did but it gave me some anxiety as I knew that I was working on the day of arrival & might potentially have been late & did not want to inconvenience the owner. On arrival fire was lit & a welcome pack was ready, lovely but didnt realise that the hot water was off so shower ran cold. WiFi code not provided & owner clearly away do didnt feel we could ring. Bed was comfortable enough but on stripping the bed on the last morning the mattress topper was dirty & old, pillows similar & duvet & mattress could do with replacing. Took a while to realise that towels were in a small cupboard under the sink. Also seat covers have mould damage that the owner may not realise. Lovely stay, lovely place but the off putting attitude of the owner was not helpful. Their cat on site however was charming & should be promoted.

Kathryn

It was a truly lovely place and we had a very relaxing holiday

The hot tub is not the one pictured,no BBQ,

Nathan

The cabin itself was beautiful and exactly how we thought. However there were a few little issues we had. And the owner wasnt too helpful. The hot tub on the pics isnt the hot tub you get to use. Thats the private one for the owners and we got to use a tiny 2 seater which is right next to the house conservatory and isnt private at all. As the sheet says in the cabin I asked for some logs and matches for the log burner on the second night about 4pm and the reply via txt I got was I will be out all night sorry. So had no way to use it. So the second night we had no log burner and no hot tub because we didnt want to sit outside a conservatory in a 2 seater tub. The shower hot water didnt work the morning of leaving and because the response we got we didnt even bother complaining. The drive in is about half a mile long but seems about 4 as its got horrendous pot holes and scrapped our car most the way. Do not go in a lowered car

Charlotte

Pleasant stay but drivers should be aware that the road leading to the property is unsealed, full of potholes, mostly single track with limited passing places thus not suitable for low suspension cars.

It's not completely isolated as you might expect, because it's of course part of a tiny collection of places to stay in the one plot but you're separated from all the other buildings and facing out and away, which is excellent. It's not made totally obvious on the listing that there is a hot tub you definitely can use bonus! Luckily the owner gave us a heads up in advance, but a car sat nav probably won't get you the whole way, but our phones and the written instructions we received did WiFi was pretty rubbish but we wanted to escape anyway, so we actually found that helpful!

Louise

Fantastic facility, lovely hostess and wonderful views. We really enjoyed our mini break and would recommend to anyone. Side note Links within Mail Travel's email confirmations do not work For example, the url httpswww.dailymail.co.ukcottageTheLaburnumRetreat984130.html should be httpswww.mailcottages.co.ukcottageTheLaburnumRetreat984130.html. It made the process a little uneasy because until I worked this out the confirmation link showed a 404.

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Attractions Near The Laburnum Retreat

While there'll be plenty to keep you entertained an The Laburnum Retreat itself, if you plan to get out and about and see some of what Staffordshire has to offer, here are some of the nearby attractions you can enjoy during your stay. Please note that some of these activities and days out are paid and it's always a good idea to book in advance to secure your place where applicable.

Found a special day out near your cottage? Please let us know and we'll add it so that other visitors can enjoy it too!

Alton Towers - ST10 4DB

about 11 Miles

Of course you can't mention attractions in Staffordshire without featuring the fabulous Alton Towers theme park. The rides range from thrilling to quite simply terrifying although there are more gentle family rides for the little ones. All ages are catered for here. Some of the most famoue rides include Th13teen, Air, The Blade and Nemesis. There is also a waterpark on site for some splashtastic fun. Look out for seasonal events taking place throughout the year such as Wonderful Winter, Pirate Weekend and The Ultimate Fireworks Event. Check out their website for the latest admission costs and save money by booking your tickets online.

Peak District National Park -

about 13 Miles

The Peak District National Park is the ideal place to relax and explore. The stunning scenery will take your breath away and there is the opportunity to take part in ranger led guides and events. These are ideal if you are new to the area or only staying a short time and want to see the best sights and walks.

Gullivers Kingdom - DE4 3NT

about 17 Miles

This is a top class theme park with plenty to do for the whole family. From thrilling rides to more gentle activities for the little ones this place is ideal. The best thing is that 50% of their attractions are under cover so the British weather needn't spoil the fun.

Heights of Abraham - DE4 3PT

about 17 Miles

This unique attraction combines an array of activities. If you have a look on their website there are some good video clips which give an even better idea of what this attraction is all about. Some of the highlights include the Cable Car system which is actually Britain's first alpine style cable car system. You are transported from the valley floor right up above where you can enjoy superb Dewent Valley Views. You can also stroll around 60 acres of wooded hillside on foot to see an array of birds and wildlife.

Gulliver's Kingdome - WA5 9YZ

about 17 Miles

Gulliver's Kingdome is a family friendly theme park offering many attractions for children of all ages. The site is rather unique and features a huge array of rides including log flumes, roller coasters and pirate ships. For the little ones there are rides such as the veteran cars and the balloon wheel and Diego and Dora the Explorer are on hand to make sure they are having a great time. Between the 21st and 31st of October the park becomes a spooky Halloween spectacular with a range of shows and fireworks to enjoy. Standard prices are £12.00 for adults and children over 90cm. Group booking discounts are available.

British Wildlife Rescue Centre - TN8 7AR

about 21 Miles

This is a really unique opportunity to see the fantastic work going on at this centre. The purpose of the British Wildlife Rescue Centre is to treat and care for injured wildlife which cannot be released into the wild. Many of the animals are brought to the centre by members of the public or the RSPCA. Visit their website to see the picture gallery and to find out how to help if this is something which interests you. There are also regular fundraising events such as the Sponsered Leg Wax.

Denby Visitor Centre - DE5 8NX

about 25 Miles

Denby visitor centre is a fun day out in the Derbyshire region with an array of activities iunder one roof. An all weather attraction you can take pottery tours, see cookery demonstrations and visit Bourne's restaurant. There are events and offers on throughout the year for example the Denby factory Shops sale where you can save £££s and October Creepy Crypt for Halloween where you can go along in fancy dress and have your face painted. Booking is advised so check out the latest details on their website.

Go Ape Cheshire - WA16 6RW

about 29 Miles

Out of all of the Go Ape! courses the one in Cheshire is the most spread out and it takes staff ten minutes to patrol the site on bike - which gives a good indication of the size of this place. If you're looking for an adventurous and memorable day out then Go Ape is highly recommended. Trek through the treetops, swing between the trees and enjoy zip wire rides all as part of your experience. This attraction opens every day from the end of March to end October and is open on weekends in November. Go Ape Cheshire is closed every Tuesday except school holidays.