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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 9280 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pets allowed (fee applies)
  • Kitchen
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Balcony or patio
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Doncaster
  • Place, Phoenix Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Utilita Arena Sheffield
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Place, Peak District National Park
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Airport, Doncaster (DSA-Sheffield)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Hickleton Hall

Stay in the Grade II listed Georgian stately hall, set within picturesque grounds and gardens in the charming village of Hickleton, South Yorkshire.



Built in 1748, Hickleton Hall has a rich and fascinating history. It served as a headquarters during the Second World War, later becoming a girls’ boarding school in the late 1940s, and has undergone extensive refurbishment to restore it to its former glory. Finest Retreats is delighted to offer a spacious and character-filled apartment within Hickleton Hall, accommodating up to nine guests, with access to part of the 17 acres of gardens and woodland.



Step back in time as you drive up the sweeping driveway and take in the breathtaking period property. With ample parking and a private entrance on the ground floor, you’ll be welcomed into the elegant chapel bedroom, where stunning sky views through the glass ceiling provide beautiful natural light. Enjoy discovering the hall’s historical charm, with original paintings, tapestries, and echoes of a bygone era.



Descending to the lower ground floor, you’ll find two king-size bedrooms and a separate bathroom with a shower. A wide, open corridor leads to a diner/kitchenette, equipped with a microwave, kettle, and coffee machine - perfect for preparing light meals during your stay.



The lounge/games room provides an ideal space for family gatherings, featuring a piano, pool table, smart TV, and Wi-Fi. Adjacent to this space, you’ll find the fourth bedroom, complete with a majestic king-size four-poster bed and elegant period furnishings.



Previously featured as a filming location for numerous TV programs and paranormal documentaries, Hickleton Hall is a renowned part of Doncaster’s history.



Please note: Security is present on-site to monitor the grounds but will not require access to the apartment during your stay.



For last-minute availability within the next 7 days, please contact us directly. All last-minute bookings are subject to BACS payment for the full amount and security deposit before confirmation.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 1 total
Dangerous animals not allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Checkin 16:00-20:00

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 30
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Doncaster

Doncaster is home to this holiday home. Brodsworth Hall and Cusworth Hall are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Meadowhall Shopping Centre and Lakeside Village Outlet Shopping. Wath Upon Dearne Leisure Centre and Elsecar Heritage Railway are also worth visiting.
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Doncaster

What's nearby

  • Phoenix Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Yorkshire Wildlife Park - 19 min drive - 23.9 km
  • Meadowhall Shopping Centre - 23 min drive - 22.0 km
  • Utilita Arena Sheffield - 25 min drive - 24.0 km
  • Peak District National Park - 30 min drive - 40.4 km

Getting around

  • Thurnscoe Station - 3 min drive
  • Doncaster (DSA-Sheffield) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coach & Horses - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪goldthorpe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Corner Tap Ltd - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Thurnscoe Ex-Servicemen's Club (The Clog) - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Galleon Fish Bar - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hickleton Hall pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total). There's a fee of GBP 30. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Hickleton Hall?

As of 10 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hickleton Hall on 11 July 2026 start from NZ$577, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Hickleton Hall?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hickleton Hall?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hickleton Hall located?

Situated in Doncaster, this holiday home is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Phoenix Park and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Brodsworth Hall. Markham Grange Steam Museum and Cusworth Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

8/10 Good

Samantha

it was a good family get away

it was a good family get away in a stately grand home
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Scout

The space and grounds is magical, even in the winter

The space and grounds is magical, even in the winter. A calm and peaceful retreat, a great place for writinga meditative breakfamily time. Tips: I'm not particularly religious, but if you're there on a Sunday, the service at the church on the estate is lovely..
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Scout

The space and grounds is magical

The space and grounds is magical, even in the winter. A calm and peaceful retreat, a great place for writinga meditative breakfamily time. Tips: I'm not particularly religious, but if you're there on a Sunday, the service at the church on the estate is lovely. While Finest Retreats was somewhat not as responsive as I'd love, but it was no bother because Frank (on-site management) was supremely helpful.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Family Hickleton Hall

Had a lovely stay here in such an interesting place, with loads of history. Yes, the layout is quirky, the dining room/kitchen is dark and the bathroom sink is small, but none of these caused us an issues. Location is great with loads to do within a short drive yet the location feels very tranquil. We would stay here again and looking forward to seeing the renovations to the rest of the house. Better lighting options in the dining room and a bigger bathroom sink!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Claire

We stayed at Hickleton Hall for my sister’s 30th birthday with 9 of us across 4 rooms

We stayed at Hickleton Hall for my sister’s 30th birthday with 9 of us across 4 rooms. The house and grounds are stunning, full of character, in a peaceful location, and perfect for a special occasion. We loved the piano, pool table, and the general feel of the place. There are a couple of practical downsides: only one bathroom and one toilet for 9 people. The fridge was quite small for a group that size. Also, the listing didn’t mention all appliances so I brought an air fryer but found there was already one there. We had a short issue with the water being off on Sunday evening (possibly related to nearby building works). The emergency contact responded quickly (within 40 mins), and even though the water came back on before the groundsman arrived, he still came to double-check everything, which we appreciated. Overall, we had a great weekend and would definitely recommend this place for groups wanting something memorable and unique!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wesley

If you expect luxury at a budget price... you aren't quite there and should keep looking.

If you expect a piece of history, a very unique place, and still a feel of home, this place is perfect for you.As other reviews mention, there are minor things that could be improved. It shows that this is a family business trying to do some things themselves and hiring out other jobs and trying to bring a historic piece of property back up to working order. The doorknobs are old. Putting modern overhead lights in a historic building is really hard and expensive, etc... All the problems are minor and nothing you wouldn't expect in your own home,even some of the 4 star hotels I've stayed at.If I had to complain about anything, its that some of the mattresses could use a refresh.However, the drive up is jaw dropping, the entry hall is amazing, the living room is spacious and gorgeous. The lower level, where most of the bedrooms and the dining room are, feels cozy and comfortable, while having room to spread out and have your own space. The grounds are phenomenal. Someone has put a lot of time and effort in here and it shows.Everything was clean and neat. The towels and linens provided were wonderful. We made good use of the kettle, microwave, and air fryer. Morning coffee and tea with the kettle was wonderful.My family and I had a wonderful time at this property and have every intention of staying again. Highly recommended.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wesley W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you expect luxury at a budget price... you aren't quite there and should keep looking. If you expect a piece of history, a very unique place, and still a feel of home, this place is perfect for you.As other reviews mention, there are minor things that could be improved. It shows that this is a family business trying to do some things themselves and hiring out other jobs and trying to bring a historic piece of property back up to working order. The doorknobs are old. Putting modern overhead lights in a historic building is really hard and expensive, etc... All the problems are minor and nothing you wouldn't expect in your own home, or even some of the 4 star hotels I've stayed at.If I had to complain about anything, its that some of the mattresses could use a refresh.However, the drive up is jaw dropping, the entry hall is amazing, the living room is spacious and gorgeous. The lower level, where most of the bedrooms and the dining room are, feels cozy and comfortable, while having room to spread out and have your own space. The grounds are phenomenal. Someone has put a lot of time and effort in here and it shows.Everything was clean and neat. The towels and linens provided were wonderful. We made good use of the kettle, microwave, and air fryer. Morning coffee and tea with the kettle was wonderful.My family and I had a wonderful time at this property and have every intention of staying again. Highly recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Natasha

Bank holiday break

Very impressive building, great outdoor space, pool table was a good addition. The kitchen/diner was very dark at all times, even in the day. Difficult to see anything to prepare food or to tidy. A couple of extra lights would make the world of difference. One bathroom between all of us was also a bit of a pain. As was the lack of a hob (I would suggest being explicit that there isn’t one in the listing). It made things very difficult with trying to cater for a 3 year old.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Thomas

What a mix

The house and grounds are impressive, and clearly there's something glorious planned for the future here. It was great to have the grounds for our kids to run around and play in. Frank the estate manager was an absolute legend, and was on hand to answer our questions. It's strange to rent a four bedroom holiday rental that has a kitchen that is so under-equipped. We took heed of the property description, and took *all* our own stuff, and survived fine. But the fridge is small, and the freezer is just an ice compartment. No hob. No oven. Future plans to include a proper kitchen would be a total game changer here. Then there's the decor. Okay, personal preference granted, but having a bunch of pictures of demons leering over children wasn't a particularly welcoming feel for our family holiday. The flat generally feels poorly lit, a bit dingy, and possibly a bit creepy - even though it's been renovated to a good standard. There's one bathroom - which is okay if not ideal.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Jackie

Stunning property & gardens

Beautiful property and gardens. Very clean throughout and very nice touch with the Prosecco and milk in the fridge . Just for info the kitchen does have an airfryer ( I took my own plus a grill) -it is quite dark as other reviews have mentioned so suggest taking a couple of portable lights. The garden patio has a large dining table and seating for approx 8 ( cushions can be found in the cupboard in the dining room). The key box to enter is not on the gate ( which were the instructions we received) and can be found on the archway to the right of the property ( as you stand facing it). The local community run pub ( Hickleton Village Hall and Club) was a big hit- the locals were very welcoming and the price of drinks very reasonable . The vast gardens are idyllic and our dog loved every minute of exploration- we had the whole place to ourselves -the peace and quiet is bliss. We did have deliveries from Tesco , Just Eat and Uber eats- we had to meet them at the gate and escort to the premises and off again .( security cameras etc around the whole estate which is very comforting) One bathroom between 7 of us was a tad challenging and ideally en suites or a 2nd bathroom would be a great addition ( I appreciate the challenges this may present as a grade listed building ). Additional lighting in the kitchen would be good

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