The Old Sweet Shop

Melton Mowbray, LE14 4DW, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.4/10! <small>(score from <b>9</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
7.6
Scored 7.6
Good
Rated good
9 reviews

We loved the cottage. It was so homely and had real character. Loads of towels and sheets. Blankets and extras. It really was lovely!

Yasmin United Kingdom
a dining room with a table and chairs and a fireplace at The Old Sweet Shop in Melton Mowbray
a brick building with a table and chairs next to a door at The Old Sweet Shop in Melton Mowbray
a bedroom with a large bed and a window at The Old Sweet Shop in Melton Mowbray
a bathroom with a shower and a toilet at The Old Sweet Shop in Melton Mowbray
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The Old Sweet Shop

  • Entire home
  • 1399 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Garden
  • Pet friendly
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Private Bathroom

The Old Sweet Shop is located in Melton Mowbray, just 20 miles from National Ice Centre and 20 miles from Leicester Train Station. The 4-star vacation home is 19 miles from Belgrave Road. Free Wifi is available throughout the property and Trent Bridge Cricket Ground is 19 miles away. The vacation home features 3 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom. A TV and a DVD player are available. There's also a seating area and a fireplace. Dining options are available close to The Old Sweet Shop. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Melton Mowbray, like golfing and cycling. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Nottingham Castle is 21 miles from The Old Sweet Shop, while De Montfort University is 21 miles from the property. The nearest airport is East Midlands Airport, 24 miles from the vacation home.

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Most popular amenities
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 3:
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.6
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.4
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Yasmin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “We loved the cottage. It was so homely and had real character. Loads of towels and sheets. Blankets and extras. It really was lovely!”
  • Piers
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The Property has real character and charm. It was very clean and well maintained. It was well supplied with all necessary kitchen utensils, bedding, towels etc.”
  • Ashton
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Good location for visiting family. Lovely village setting. Good facilities.”

Managed by Sykes Holiday Cottages

Company review score: 9.1Based on 73,192 reviews from 21526 properties
21526 managed properties

Company info

Sykes Holiday Cottages is an independent holiday cottage rental agency, with the finest selection of holidays across the UK and Ireland. Whether it’s a family-friendly holiday, a pet-friendly holiday or an activity and adventure-filled holiday, find your ideal UK break with Sykes Holiday Cottages. Our sister brands include Abersoch Quality Homes, Best of Suffolk, Carbis Bay Holidays, Character Cottages, Coast and Country Cottages, Coast and Country Holidays, Cornish Cottage Holidays, Dream Cottages, Heart of the Lakes, Helpful Holidays, Hideaways, Hogans Irish Cottages, John Bray, Lakes Cottage Holidays, Lake District Lodge Holidays, Lakelovers, Manor Cottages, Menai Holidays, Northumbria Coast & Country, Welsh Coast and Country Cottages and Yorkshire Coastal Cottages, and our family extends as far as Bachcare in New Zealand.

Property info

The Old Sweet Shop is a pleasant cottage situated in the village of Scalford in Leicestershire. Hosting three bedrooms; two king-size (zip/link) and a twin, and a bathroom, this property can sleep up to six people. Inside you will also find a cloakroom, Travel Cot & Highchair available. kitchen with breakfast bar, and a dining room and sitting room, each with a woodburning stove. To the outside is roadside parking, a courtyard garden, as well as lockable bike storage. Resting in a lovely location and close to places of interest, The Old Sweet Shop is a delightful retreat in a homely part of England. Please note: this property doesn't accept worker bookings. Parking on the courtyard is not permitted, roadside parking only

Neighborhood info

The village retains many amenities and has a good community spirit. Facilities include a popular village pub, a preschool which the school has close links with, and a Post Office. The village hall is surrounded by a playing field and hosts many community events. Scalford is also equidistant between Leicester and Nottingham, whilst Grantham is a short journey on the A607.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of The Old Sweet Shop
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular amenities
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
Parking
Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and charges may apply.
  • Street parking
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • High chair
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • DVD player
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Heating
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Outdoors
  • Garden
Activities
  • Cycling
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
Miscellaneous
  • Smoke-free property
Safety & security
  • Carbon monoxide detector
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

The Old Sweet Shop takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

No cribs or extra beds are available.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted The Old Sweet Shop accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that a maximum of two well behaved dogs are welcome at the property.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

FAQs about The Old Sweet Shop

  • The Old Sweet Shop is 3.1 miles from the center of Melton Mowbray. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Old Sweet Shop offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)

  • The Old Sweet Shop can accommodate this group size:

    • 6 guests

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, The Old Sweet Shop is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The Old Sweet Shop has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 3 bedrooms

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The prices at The Old Sweet Shop may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at The Old Sweet Shop is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.