4.7-rated Risley Guest House near Derby offers pet-friendly rooms with Wi-Fi, free parking, and easy access to Attenborough Nature Reserve and Wollaton Hall.
Guests appreciate the clean, cosy rooms with convenient kitchen facilities, friendly and attentive hosts, and peaceful rural surroundings close to major transport links and local attractions.
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Risley Guest House is a straightforward, unassuming guesthouse situated in a rural setting near the M1 motorway, making it a practical option for visitors exploring the Derby and Nottingham areas. The accommodation offers rooms equipped with basic kitchen amenities such as minifridges, microwaves, and kettles, allowing for simple self-catering. Wi-Fi access and free parking are available on site, and the property is smoke-free and pet-friendly, catering to travelers with dogs.
The guesthouse occupies converted cottage outbuildings with individual entrances secured by personal keypads, providing a good level of privacy and independence. Several reviewers highlight the cleanliness and comfortable furnishings, noting additional touches such as toiletries, tea and coffee supplies, and a pleasant, quiet environment. The onsite electric vehicle charging adds convenience for guests traveling by car.
Located about five miles from Attenborough Nature Reserve and seven miles from Wollaton Hall, the property appeals to visitors seeking easy access to local nature and historic sites. It is also within reasonable driving distance of Donington Park race track and Nottingham city center. Nearby amenities include a dog-friendly pub and restaurant, and scenic walking areas just across the road.
Suitable for short stays, stopovers, or longer visits, Risley Guest House is appreciated for its practical facilities and rural charm rather than extensive hotel services. The absence of breakfast, restaurant, fitness center, or pool means guests should plan accordingly. Those looking for a modest, comfortable place to stay close to transport links and outdoor attractions will find it a sensible choice.
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Stayed for one night whilst visiting family in the area. Good location a few minutes from the M1. We stayed in No:1. Small room but well appointed with a comfortable King size bed, a small table and two chairs, bedside tables, TV, microwave and table top chiller. There was also tea and coffee making facilities provided. Shower room was excellent with a very nice electric shower cubicle, lavatory and sink. Towels and toiletries are provided. We had our dog with us and the patio area was enclosed and handy but is shared with the unit next door however there is a very good walking area just across the road. The proprietor has recently had an EV charger unit installed and is planning to put a couple more in. There is also an excellent dog friendly pub/restaurant, the Risley Park, a couple of minutes walk away. The accommodation owner, Hope, is on site and was friendly and helpful. All in all, a very positive experience and we would definitely stay again.
Excellent guesthouse with individual bedrooms in converted cottage outbuildings. Lovely to wake up this morning to see sheep grazing just the other side of the guest patio area. Handy to have our own personal keypad to our room (no key) and a parking space outside each room. Full independence, and yet Hope still rushed out to greet us when we first arrived to check we were okay. The room was extremely warm and welcoming, with some simple kitchen accessories such as a small fridge and microwave. Could not wish for more, and yet at such a reasonable price! And so convenient, being just under 1 mile from Junction 25 of the M1 and 15 minutes to Nottingham on the Derby Road. Perfect for us to attend a graduation ceremony at the university. Could not recommend this place highly enough
Had a great stay here on the way from Scotland to the south coast. Rooms are clean and recently decorated, tea and coffee facilities. Microwave and fridge was a good bonus. Door locking system was great and convenient. There is a pub right next door for dinner. Local walks are amazing, highly recommend taking the canal cycle path for the afternoon.
If I could give more than 5 stars I would. Its the perfect little hideaway for a getaway or in our case our wedding prep and accommodation. We booked 2 rooms for the night before and 4 rooms night of our wedding for us and some of the bridal party. I received easy instructions on self checking in and Hope was quick to respond to all queries. Even made sure the second 2 rooms where ready early so they where accessible before we needed to leave. Charging port accessible for friends car and everything you could need was in the beautifully presented rooms from toiletries, tea/coffee and milk to iron/board etc. It provided us the perfect, picturesque place to get ready! After a hectic bridal prep morning and leaving in a rush the room was unavoidably left untidy by us but on return for our wedding night it was left amazing once again and Hope even left a bottle and some glasses for me and my now husband which I thought was such a sweet touch. No complaints from any of us and views from the gardens where just beautiful. Only suggestion to guests is to double check your maps when using satnav as a lot of people got a little turned around finding it.
Beautiful little room in a beautiful location. We stayed there for one night with the dog, it's a very cute, clean room with a lovely bathroom. They also have a microwave, kettle and dishes. Perfect if you need to go to the airport early as its close by.
Stayed here a few times now, it's a great location, lovely pub next door, they do a lovely Sunday roast by the way. The accommodation at the Guest House is always very clean, very cosy and has everything there that you need. Hope and her husband work really hard to make everything right for, nothing is too much trouble. I'll look forward to more stays here.
We have stayed here a few times now and will always choose to stay here to break a long journey. The rooms are immaculate, beautifully presented and every detail thought of. A superior stay for a budget price. It's also dog friendly. Can't recommend it highly enough.
Beautiful ensuite rooms. Compact, but everything you need available. Teas, coffee and biscuits. Fresh milk in fridge. Microwave and toaster. Plates, bowls, cups, glasses, Cutlery, complementary toiletries. Room, exceptional clean and tidy. Fluffy towels, great shower. Perfect for a short or long stay. Bus to Nottingham . Beautiful countryside views. Great host. Easy to book and contact. We've stayed twice now and are so happy to have found such a lovely place.
Located in a rural area just off the M1 motorway, this straightforward guesthouse is 5 miles from the Attenborough Nature Reserve, 7 miles from Wollaton Hall (an Elizabethan mansion) and 12 miles from Donington Park race track.
Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Derby. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.
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