Milne's Corner
UK England West Midlands Staffordshire Burton upon Trent Peake's Retreats
An off-grid, fully-furnished yurt in the Staffordshire countryside that's cosy whatever the weather.
- An insulated six-metre Mongolian-style yurt with wood-burning stove
- One of just three yurts sharing a large field and facilities including a Finnish BBQ hut
- Starter breakfast pack of local produce included
The Owner Says
Peake’s Retreats currently has two six-metre all-weather yurts set in a spacious field surrounded by tall hedges for extra weather protection, and peace of mind if you have children. Both of our yurts are capable of accommodating six people so are perfect for families and large groups, but are equally just as cozy for a couple looking for a romantic getaway. We can also offer travel cots for infants if required, just ask. The yurts are weather-proofed and well insulated so are ideal for use all year round. There is no electricity to the yurts themselves so candles and a torch are provided but you may bring extra if you wish. Charging facilities are available for phones/tablets and there is a hairdryer located in the shower block. The yurts each have a wood burning stove, for heat and for cooking, however if the weather is too warm to light your stove you can whip up some culinary delights in either our fully equipped kitchen area or by using the fire pit located outside of your yurt, complete with cooking tripod. We do also have a portable BBQ available for outdoor use by your yurt, and our large but cozy Finnish BBQ hut is available for guests to use. We also have a communal hot tub which seats eight people and is located centrally to the yurts. Our luxurious, spacious washrooms are located in the shower and toilet block near to the car park. You will find a selection of Neal’s Yard Remedies Organic toiletries for you to use along with full length mirrors and hairdryers. The washing up area can also be found in here, along with a drinking water tap, lockers for charging phones and tablets and, for rainy days, we have a selection of games and books free to guests.
We would like to give you a breakfast pack to kickstart your stay which will include locally-sourced sausages, bacon, beans, tomatoes, bread and free range eggs from our own chickens. Enough for every guest. A vegetarian option is available; please state if you would prefer this option on your booking form. We will also provide all bedding and linen for the duration of your stay along with luxury fluffy towels for each guest.
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Features & Facilities
The 6m yurts have either a king-sized or super-king-sized bed, along with daybeds and sofa beds (bedding, linen and towels provided) and a wood-burning stove for heating. Travel cots available if required. Facilities include an 8-seater hot tub, a large Finnish BBQ hut, fire-pit (and tripod) outside each yurt, a children's play area, a fully equipped kitchen cabin and a luxury shower and toilet block (with hair-dryers, full-length mirrors and toiletries). Phone charging available. No electricity in the yurts, but candles and battery operated lights are provided. Complimentary breakfast pack provided on arrival (see Food & Drink).Video Tour
Activities
Peake's Retreats is 12 miles from Ashbourne, an old market town that is considered the gateway to the Peak District. From here there are a wealth of good walks in the White Peak Area (the lower, southern half of the Peak District), including in the excellent Dovedale National Nature Reserve (01335 350503). The most popular route is to walk from National Trust-owned Ilam Park (01335 350503) to the Stepping Stones which takes you right along the bank of the River Dove for most of the route. Those on two wheels, meanwhile can take to the Tissington trail – a well-known cycle trail and bridle path which runs from Ashbourne to Parsley Hay (13 miles; traffic free). In the opposite direction, it's 4 miles from Peake's Retreats to the brewing town of Burton Upon Trent, famous for Bass beer. Here you'll find The National Brewing Museum (01283 532880) along with plenty of bars and restaurants and some well known high street shops. There are also some lovely walks around the river Trent. For families, it is a 5-minute drive from The National Forest Adventure Farm (01283 533933), a 30-minute drive to Alton Towers (0871 222 3330) and a 40-minute drive to the Monkey Forest (01782 659845) at Trentham, where you can also find a selection of boutique shops and have a wander around the beautiful gardens.Food & Drink
For you're first morning at the site a complimentary breakfast pack provided is given to you on arrival, including locally sourced sausages, bacon, beans, tomatoes, and free range eggs (vegetarian and other dietary options also available). It's a 20-minute walk or a 2-minute drive down the road to The Bell Inn (01283 812838), a modern pub with large beer garden, but for something special it's worth the 15-minute drive to The Swan at Walton (01283 712 378) – a proper gastro pub with excellent cocktails and proclaiming itself "a permanent beer festival", owing to its wide range of real ales. The Bull in Repton (01283 704422; 20 minutes) is also excellent – a traditional Victorian ale inn with a creative gastro menu and wood-fired pizza oven. Or you can order one of the BBQ meat hampers available from Peake’s Retreats and sourced from local butchers.Extras
Food
Afternoon tea
Afternoon tea: A selection of sandwiches, savouries and sweet treats
MINIMUM ORDER OF 2
BBQ Hamper gourmet 1
4 x beef burgers
4 x French garlic chicken skewers
4 x lamb kofta kebabs
4 x minted lamb cutlets
4 x gourmet sausages
BBQ hamper basic plus
4 x traditional pork sausages
4 x beef burgers
2 x French garlic chicken skewers
2 x lamb kofta kebabs
Miscellaneous
Robe hire
Hire one of our fluffy robes for £5 per person per stay.
Robes MUST be left in the yurt at the End of your stay otherwise a charge of £35 per robe will be incurred. Any robes soiled beyond washing or damaged will also incur the same charge.
Prosecco
Order a chilled bottle of Prosecco for your arrival.
Please note we operate challenge 25 and you may be asked for ID on arrival. If you are unable to produce sufficient Identification we will have to refuse the sale of any alcohol.
Champagne
Add a bottle of pre-chilled champagne to your booking. Let us know your estimated arrival time and we will make sure that your chilled bottle of champagne along with glasses is waiting in your yurt ready for you.
Please note we operate challenge 25. Without ID we will be unable to serve you any alcoholic beverages.
Full body massage 75 minutes
This massage will be tailored to suit your individual needs, focusing on any points of pain or tension. Benefits include improved skin condition, relief of pain and muscle tension, increased relaxation and wellbeing and reduced stress and anxiety. Pregnancy massage is also available.
Subject to availabilty. A full refund will be given for this item if we cannot accommodate your chosen time
By adding this extra you agree to us passing your contact details on to Helen Davison from The Holistic Hideaway to arrange your treatment time.
Bouquet of fresh flowers
Order a beautiful bouquet of fresh flowers to be in your accommodation on arrival.
Rose petals
For a romantic touch why not have rose petals scattered on your bed for arrival.
Hen party balloon garland
A beautiful 2m rose gold balloon garland with faux white roses weaved into it and a pretty star bunting.
Add this to your booking and we will put it in the yurt of your choice. Order 3 to have one in each yurt.
Please note the balloons and star garland are yours to keep but we do require the faux flowers to be left on departure.
Couples gift box option 1
Add one of our gorgeous couples gift boxes to make your stay extra special.
Perfect as a birthday gift or just to add to a romantic couples getaway.
This box (created for us by Saraly Luxury gifting) contains:
A scrapbook to start documenting your adventures together, a crystal topped scented candle, perfect for creating a romantic vibe in your yurt at night, 2 packs of wax melts (lovers potion and love you billions) a soy massage candle with sardonyx crystal massager and a silk eye mask.
Bouquet of fresh flowers
Order a beautiful bouquet of fresh flowers to be in your accommodation on arrival.
Bouquets of fresh flowers
Order a beautiful bouquet of fresh flowers to be in your accommodation on arrival.
Cocktail package 3
2 x 8 litre jar of ready made cocktail:
Pornstar Martini (vanilla vodka, passionfruit liqueur, passionfruit &vanilla syrup & pineapple juice)
Strawberry daiquiri (white rum, shaken with strawberry liquor, lime juice, strawberry puree and sugar syrup)
6 x 500ml jars of ready made cocktails :
Espresso martini (vodka, with coffee & dark chocolate liqueur, vanilla syrup & hazelnut and fresh espresso coffee)
Zombie (White, spiced and dark rum, passionfruit liquor shaken with pineapple & mango juice with cherry syrup)
Pornstar martini (vanilla vodka, passionfruit liqueur, passionfruit &vanilla syrup & pineapple juice)
Rose Gin Garden (Gin, shaken with elderflower, rose petal syrup and white wine, fresh lime juice and lemonade)
Cosmopolitan (citrus vodka, orange liqueur, fresh lime shaken with cranberry juice)
Jungle Tiki (White rum and aged rum shaken with blueberry puree, blackberry and raspberry syrup and cranberry juice)
All provided by Mint Cocktail company, with all of the equipment needed to serve them.
Package 3 is ideal for 6+ people
Back, neck and shoulder massage 40 minutes
This massage will be tailored to suit your individual needs, focusing on any points of pain or tension. Benefits include improved skin condition, relief of pain and muscle tension, increased relaxation and wellbeing and reduced stress and anxiety. Pregnancy massage is also available.
By adding this extra you agree to us passing your contact details on to Helen Davison from The Holistic Hideaway to arrange your treatment time.
Cocktail package 2
1 x 8 litre jar of ready made cocktail: Pornstar Martini (vanilla vodka, passionfruit liqueur, passionfruit &vanilla syrup & pineapple juice)
3 x 500ml jars of ready made cocktails :
3 x 500ml jars of ready made cocktails :
Espresso martini (vodka, with coffee & dark chocolate liqueur, vanilla syrup & hazelnut and fresh espresso coffee)
Strawberry daiquiri (white rum, shaken with strawberry liquor, lime juice, strawberry puree and sugar syrup)
Zombie (White, spiced and dark rum, passionfruit liquor shaken with pineapple & mango juice with cherry syrup)
All provided by Mint Cocktail company, with all of the equipment needed to serve them.
Package 2 is ideal for 4-6 people
Cocktail package 1
3 x 500ml jars of ready made cocktails provided by Mint Cocktail company, with all of the equipment needed to serve them.
Package 1 is ideal for 2-4 people including:
Pornstar martini (vanilla vodka, passionfruit liquor, passionfruit &vanilla syrup & pineapple juice)
Strawberry Daiquiri (white rum, shaken with strawberry liquor, lime juice, strawberry puree and sugar syrup)
Zombie (White, spiced and dark rum, passionfruit liquor shaken with pineapple & mango juice with cherry syrup)
Thai foot massage 45 minutes
A deeply relaxing massage using Thai techniques dating back two thousand years. Starting with a refreshing foot soak and exfoliation followed by a massage which incorporates elements of reflexology, finished off with a softening foot mask. Benefits include softer and rehydrated skin, improved circulation, improved flexibility and reduced stress. The treatment will leave you feeling deeply relaxed with a sense ofcalm and wellbeing. This can help to improve symptoms of arthritis, aching legs and plantar fasciitis.
Subject to availability. A full refund will be given if we can not accommodate your preferred time.
By adding this extra you agree to us passing your contact details on to Helen Davison from The Holistic Hideaway to arrange your treatment time.
Rejuvenation facial 60 minutes
A rejuvenating facial which relieves muscular tension in the face and jaw. It reduces the appearance of expression lines and gives the face a natural looking lift, achieving a noticeably fresh and more youthful appearance of the skin - every time! It is extremely relaxing and will leave your skin feeling hydrated and nourished.
Subject to availabilty. A full refund will be offered if we can not accommodate your preferred time.
Indian Head massage 45 minutes
An ancient therapeutic treatment which has been practiced for thousands of years, great for stress relief, relaxation, relieving headaches, improved circulation and skin condition. This massage stimulates the release of endorphins which helps to relieve pain and elevate mood.
Subject to availability. A full refund will be given if we cannot accommodate your preferred time.
By adding this extra you agree to us passing your contact details on to Helen Davison from The Holistic Hideaway to arrange your treatment time.
Hopi ear candling
A gentle and non-invasive treatment which can help to reduce symptoms of tinnitus, hay-fever, headaches and sinusitis as well as loosening compacted wax. This treatment also includes a facial which will leave you feeling relaxed and refreshed.
Subject to availability. A full refund will be given if we cannot accommodate your preferred time.
By adding this extra you agree to us passing your contact details on to Helen Davison from The Holistic Hideaway to arrange your treatment time.
Birthday banner and balloons
Are you coming for a celebration?
why not add some decoration to your yurt. Add a banner with 5 balloons.
Choose from:
Pink and gold
black and gold
white and gold
blue and gold
Rose gold balloons
10 x rose gold balloons which we will put up in your yurt ready for your arrival.
5 x gold confetti balloons
5 x gold confetti balloons which we will put up in your yurt ready for arrival. Have them on their own or added to our birthday banner above.
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Location
Getting There
Peake's Retreats is 4 miles outside of Burton On Trent. If you're using a Sat Nav enter the postcode DE13 9QT. This will take you to Hanbury Road. Travel along Hanbury road until you reach the holy trinity church. If the church is on your left continue along the road and Peake's Retreats is the next property on the right. For full detailed directions, please visit the Peake's Retreats website.
The closest train station is Burton On Trent, but Lichfield is also an option. Peake's Retreats can help organise a transfer from the train station (as well as from East Midlands Airport).