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9 guests · 4 bedrooms · 1 bath
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About this house rental
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.
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.
Amenities at Hickleton Hall
Non-smoking
Family friendly
Map of England
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Jan 2026
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..
10 / 10Outstanding·Jan 2026
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.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jan 2026
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.
6 / 10Average·Aug 2025
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.
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9Outstanding
(11 Ratings)
"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 ..."
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