Title: Ropemaker's Cottage, · Ropemaker's Cottage, cosy cottage retreat Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Ropemaker's Cottage, · Ropemaker's Cottage, cosy cottage retreat Holiday home in Newark with kitchen and balcony ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75640000/75635400/75635398/170951ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75640000/75635400/75635398/9909025d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75640000/75635400/75635398/16a44959.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75640000/75635400/75635398/0c8f8e09.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75640000/75635400/75635398/9ac409e5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of Ollerton village, The Ropemaker's Cottage offers a warm country retreat. Beautifully presented with oak beams and original rope hooks, this 2-bed self-catering home features a spacious lounge and kitchen/diner. Enjoy walks to local pubs, an Italian restaurant, and an award-winning tearoom or explore nearby country parks and estates with free WiFi to stay connected. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 3818 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Outdoor space - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Ropemaker's Cottage, · Ropemaker's Cottage, cosy cottage retreat The Ropemaker’s Cottage is a lovely home right in the centre of Ollerton village, located close to Newark in Nottinghamshire. An enviable location nestled in the heart of the village boasting very short walks to two lovely local pubs, a superb Italian restaurant and an award winning tearoom beautifully positioned next to the quaint watermill and stream running opposite. It is ideal for exploring the surrounding country parks and estates, with plenty of walking and cycling trails nearby. Our cottage is a 2-bed self-catering entire home, newly fully refurbished and tastefully decorated to give a wonderful country feel. Beautifully presented and immaculately clean, it still has many original features from its time as Rope Maker’s cottage, such as oak beams and rope hooks set into the low level ceilings. Sleeping three people and set over two low floors with a spacious but cosy lounge and kitchen / diner, there is one double and one single bedroom and a family bathroom with a bath and walk-in shower. Please note there are a few steps down in to the lounge as this is a traditional village cottage. Smoking is not allowed and we are unable to accommodate pets. Prior to your arrival we will send you the key box location and code, allowing you access to the property on check in. alternately one of our team can meet you on arrival to hand over the keys and answer any questions you may have. We don’t live far away and are always on hand shout you require any assistance during your stay. If help or assistance is required at any point during your stay we will be more than happy to help or provide information. Ropemaker’s Cottage is right in the centre of Ollerton Village, located close to Newark in Nottinghamshire. An enviable location nestled in the heart of the village boasting very short walks to three lovely local pubs, a superb Italian restaurant, and an award-winning tearoom beautifully positioned next to the quaint watermill and stream running opposite. It is ideal for exploring the surrounding country parks and estates, National Trust sites and has plenty of walking and cycling trails, as well as the stunning golf courses close by - Rufford Country Park (2 miles), Sherwood Forest (4 miles), Sherwood Pines (4 miles), Clumber Park (7 miles), Newark Castle (13 miles) and Nottingham city centre (19 mile The Ropemaker’s Cottage allows for one car to be parked in front of the cottage, with free village car parking located just across the road for additional cars. A bus stop is situated 20 metres from the property, with regular services to Newark, Mansfield, Nottingham and Worksop. There are many local cycle trails which are easily accessed from the property. National Cycle routes and Sherwood Pines are within the locality. The house offers free WiFi, a Nest heating system, a separate boot / utility room and secure storage for bikes / golf clubs in an outbuilding to the rear of the property. Accommodation balance is due 28 days prior to check in, no payment will be taken until this date. For bookings made within 28 days the full balance will be charged at time of booking. A security deposit of £200 will automatically be held on the credit/Debit card provided upon check in and automatically refunded after inspection of the property on check out. Through our website we can only accept bookings 9 months in advance. However, we are always happy to reserve dates for guests who have special occasions in our local area. please contact us to enquire about a future provisional booking. Please note for future bookings the balance is required 2 months prior to check in. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Fenced yard - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 818 square feet ## Similar properties ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75720000/75716800/75716777/393c7dbc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bieldside Cottage Ollerton Ollerton - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-10&endDate=2025-11-11&selected=75716777&PinnedHotelID=75716777&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102820000/102815600/102815521/f508bd89.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Unique Cosy Cottage In Sherwood Forest Edwinstowe - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 9.2 Wonderful 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-10&endDate=2025-11-11&selected=102815521&PinnedHotelID=102815521&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75640000/75635400/75635372/aab15027.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Riverside Rest - quirky split-level 3-bed cottage Ollerton, Nottinghamshire - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Outdoor space [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-10&endDate=2025-11-11&selected=75635372&PinnedHotelID=75635372&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117390000/117389100/117389079/2f56ce23.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Old Ropery at Mill Cottage - Unwind where ropes once twined Ollerton - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor space [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-10&endDate=2025-11-11&selected=117389079&PinnedHotelID=117389079&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33660000/33650700/33650644/c6070436.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Grade II listed 3 bed cottage - near Sherwood Forest - Still accepting bookings Ollerton - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly 9.2 Wonderful 44 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-10&endDate=2025-11-11&selected=33650644&PinnedHotelID=33650644&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39210000/39201500/39201415/d52cd88f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### White Horse Cottage with Sauna Wellow - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space 9.2 Wonderful 12 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-10&endDate=2025-11-11&selected=39201415&PinnedHotelID=39201415&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32920000/32913300/32913298/5636f900.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 bedroom accommodation in Sutton-on-Trent Sutton-on-Trent - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-10&endDate=2025-11-11&selected=32913298&PinnedHotelID=32913298&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74870000/74868800/74868713/b75115e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### peaceful farm cottage Collingham - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking available - Barbecue grill 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-10&endDate=2025-11-11&selected=74868713&PinnedHotelID=74868713&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111170000/111161200/111161106/8d9678d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Self contained Bungalow on the edge of Sherwood Forest . 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 94896 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C53.19960%2C-1.02300&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=CFWYFzZ-CmttnR6XwOic-LImOpM=) Ollerton, Nottinghamshire, England #### What's nearby - Sherwood Forest Country Park - 4 min drive - 3.1 miles - Sherwood Pines Forest Park - 4 min drive - 3.2 miles - Rufford Abbey - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles - Walesby Forest - 5 min drive - 3.9 miles - Clumber Park - 14 min drive - 7.2 miles #### Getting around - Langwith-Whaley Thorns Station - 18 min drive - Doncaster (DSA-Sheffield) - 35 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Dukeries Lodge - ‬4 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk - ‪Fables - ‬4 min drive - ‪Savile Restaurant - ‬6 min drive - ‪Sherwood Restaurant - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ropemaker's Cottage, · Ropemaker's Cottage, cosy cottage retreat pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Ropemaker's Cottage, · Ropemaker's Cottage, cosy cottage retreat? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Ropemaker's Cottage, · Ropemaker's Cottage, cosy cottage retreat? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Ropemaker's Cottage, · Ropemaker's Cottage, cosy cottage retreat located? > Situated in Newark, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Rufford Country Park, Rufford Abbey and Amen Corner Karting. Walesby Forest and Sherwood Forest Country Park are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Ropemaker's Cottage, · Ropemaker's Cottage, cosy cottage retreat Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary V. 11 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very comfortable and well-equipped property Communication was very good, the property was spotlessly clean and lots of very thoughtful touches in the well-stocked kitchen added to our enjoyment of the three-night stay. The instructions within the house were very clear and helpful, the cottage had a lovely feel and very comfortable beds and furniture. ##### Mary V. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David F. 22 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ollerton below zero Whilst outside was freezing cold, inside was brilliantly warm on arrival. The hamper provided was more than anyone could expect. The cottage was presented with every detail thought through. Congratulations. Couldn’t recommend it highly enough.10 out of 10. ##### David F. 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