Milne's Corner (1 at Peake's Retreats)

Tucked in its own peaceful corner of our yurt field, Milne’s Corner is the perfect escape for couples craving romance, families wanting a back-to-nature adventure, or anyone dreaming of switching off and slowing down. Inspired by the gentle charm of A.A. Milne, the interior is decorated as we imagine he would have created a cosy writing retreat: warm, nostalgic, full of natural textures, and lit by soft fairy lights.

This is true glamping – closer to camping than the flashy “luxury lodges” found elsewhere. There’s no electricity in the yurt itself, meaning evenings are spent with lantern light, a crackling woodburner, and the sounds of the countryside drifting through the trees. But with modern comforts woven in (private bathrooms, a shared fully-equipped cooking cabin, optional private hot tub), you get the perfect balance of rustic and romantic.

Inside the roomy 6-metre yurt, you’ll find a king-size bed. 2 single beds are also available for bookings with 3 or 4 guests. The woodburner heats the yurt beautifully, most guests are shocked by how cosy it becomes, even in the depths of winter. Logs and kindling can be added to your booking or you’re welcome to bring your own kiln-dried wood.

If you’d like to elevate your stay, you can add our wood-fired hot tub for as many nights as you’d like. Each night you book includes a full fresh water fill & a crate of logs ready for you to heat it to the perfect temperature. Surrounded by open countryside and big Staffordshire skies, it’s a magical way to soak under the stars. (hot tub priced at £50 per night, only pay for what you use)

Outside, Milne’s Corner has its own private decking and seating, plus a beautiful Kadai firebowl perfect for BBQs or slow evenings by the flames. The yurt sits just steps from fields, hedgerows, and walking routes, giving you that tucked-away, countryside-immersed feeling while still being close to everything you need.

Guests staying at Milne’s Corner have two private bathrooms—a shower room and a separate WC—just a short walk away. No sharing with other guests and no queuing

A short stroll across the field brings you to our shared but spacious cooking cabin. Milne’s Corner has access to its own private fridge, and guests can make use of the electric range cooker with induction hob, plus pots, pans, utensils, and all the essentials you need to prepare meals during your stay.

Alternatively you can grab the pots you need and cook on your woodburning stove inside your yurt. Theres something about making a cup of tea in the morning that's been heated by a roaring fire inside your woodturner.

All guests can enjoy:

• Use of the Finnish BBQ hut – a gorgeous, atmospheric space for grilling, storytelling and long evenings

• Optional extras including logs, kindling, robes, prosecco and celebratory touches you can add at checkout

Milne’s Corner is ideally located between Burton-on-Trent and Ashbourne, with easy access to rolling countryside, woodland walks, rural footpaths and traditional pubs.