The Old Cow Shed
ID: S1327605
- Bedrooms 1
- ・ Sleeps 2
- ・ Pets 2
Guests say
The Old Cow Shed is a charming, peaceful cottage set in beautiful countryside, ideal for couples and dog owners seeking a relaxing getaway. Guests consistently praise its cleanliness, comfort, and well-equipped facilities, including a hot tub, pool, and dog-friendly field. The location offers easy access to scenic walks, local pubs, and attractions. Hosts are frequently described as welcoming and helpful. While the vast majority of reviews are highly positive, a single review noted some cleaning issues, but this appears to be an isolated incident. Overall, guests leave eager to return and highly recommend the property.
Most guests found the cottage spotlessly clean and well maintained, with only one review mentioning cleaning concerns during a host absence. The overwhelming majority describe the property as very clean, tidy, and comfortable.
The location is widely praised for its tranquillity, beautiful views, and proximity to walks, local pubs, and attractions such as Matlock and Bakewell. Guests appreciate the peaceful rural setting with easy access to amenities.
Guests consistently describe the cottage as cosy, comfortable, warm, and well furnished, with thoughtful touches like a log burner and spacious rooms. Only one taller guest mentioned a preference for a larger bed.
Facilities such as the hot tub, pool, dog field, and well-equipped kitchen are frequently highlighted as excellent. The only negative was a single mention of the pool being unclean on one occasion, but this was not a common issue.
The hosts are repeatedly described as friendly, welcoming, and helpful, providing local information and ensuring guests' needs are met. While guests mention thoughtful touches and well-equipped amenities, gifts are not specifically referenced and cannot be guaranteed.
About this property
The Old Cow Shed is the perfect setting for relaxing in beautiful surroundings, exploring the Peak District or visiting the tourist attractions in the area.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: 50" Freeview TV, DVD Player, Bluetooth Speaker, Woodburner
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Ceramic Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot and highchair (available on request). A communal store with a large selection of games and DVDs. Sitting-out area with garden furniture and barbecue. Indoor swimming pool and hot tub (available for an additional charge). Dog walking field (shared with other properties on-site). Bike store. Private parking. No smoking.. This delightful cottage is perfect for couples and can be found on the edge of the Peak District in the picturesque village of Cutthorpe, down a private country lane on the owner’s non-working farm. Green Farm is surrounded by fields, woodland, footpaths and bridleways with direct access to the Linacre Reservoirs and Holmebrook Country Park. As a former barn, The Old Cow Shed has been sympathetically converted and fully refitted in 2019. The cottage is all on one level for easy access and has numerous character features such as exposed stone walls, vaulted ceilings, a stripped wooden floor and exposed beams. The living/dining room is the perfect relaxing space with comfortable leather sofa and a dining area to enjoy a meal created in the well-equipped kitchen. The spacious bedroom is full of character with exposed beams and stonework and is the perfect spot to lay your head after a busy day exploring the surrounding area, or why not even enjoy a soak in the large deep bath - bliss.
There is also an indoor pool and hot tub available (at an additional cost and subject to availability), additional towels and gowns are included.
Double glazed and centrally heated throughout, making this an ideal cottage for couples all year round.
Cutthorpe has three pubs (two within walking distance that are dog friendly), all serving food. It has a pretty village green and benefits from panoramic views over Chesterfield with its famous crooked spire. The village is located on the edge of the Peak District National Park, yet is only 3 miles from the popular market town of Chesterfield. Its perfect location allows you to explore historic houses, walking, cycling and visiting the tourist towns of Bakewell, Matlock, Castleton, Buxton, Eyam and Hathersage. If its stately homes, castles and gardens you would like to visit, the magnificent Chatsworth House is only 10 minutes drive away; the grounds and house will provide a full day out. Within 30 minutes you can also visit Packwood house, Bolsover castle, Renishaw hall, Haddon hall and Hardwick hall.
For those that are more active, there are numerous options varying from local walks from your door, to more adventurous walks in the Peak District. Cyclists are also well catered for with a variety of road and off road tracks and trails. Additionally there is shooting, canoeing, horse riding, go ape, abseiling, climbing, fishing and golf all available nearby. Alternatively you can just relax and enjoy the tranquillity that Green Farm offers. The nearest shop is 2 miles, café 1½ miles, post office, doctors are all available locally.
The Old Cow Shed (ref UKC2608) can be booked together with Tawny Owl Barn (ref 18220) and The Pig Sty (ref W44184) to accommodate up to 11 guests.
Free WiFi
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Abbeydale Industrial Hamlet
- Sheffield Winter Garden
- Weston Park Museum
- National Emergency Services Museum
- Kelham Island Museum
- Gullivers Kingdom Matlock
- Tate Liverpool
- Lumsdale Valley
- Bolsover Castle
- Sheffield Hallam University
Reviews (41)
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Helen Freeborn
We're just back from an amazing week at the Old Cowshed - so amazing that we booked for another stay whilst we were there. The cottage was all we could have wanted - well appointed, very warm and cosy - central heating is very effective, the walls thick and there's an excellent woodburner for the chillier nights. There's a shared building full of books and dvds to borrow (a selection to exceed the most well-stocked charity shop section!), though the smart TV in our cottage had enough channels and apps to keep us going. We had our dog with us and she enjoyed running around the large, shared (with the two other cottages on site) field, as well as the fantastic walks we took her too which are within very easy reach, as the cottage is in a perfect location for visiting a range of visitor attractions (the Longshaw estate was a particular favourite, as was Renishaw Hall). There are two dog-friendly pubs within a short walk and one - the Peacock - does good food; we took the dog with us and enjoyed a meal there one night. Karen and Mike, the owners, live within the farm complex but are extremely helpful and welcoming without being the least bit intrusive. We're really looking forward to our next visit, but it isn't for quite a few months as all the cottages get very booked up. We can really understand why!
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Sarah C
This was our third stay at The Cow Shed and each time has been nothing short of perfect. It's spotless, well furnished, cosy, warm, and in a beautiful area! Karen and Mike are always incredibly helpful and kind, and are always on hand for us should we need them.
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Lyn Chadwick
Lovely cosy cottage with everything you need for a comfortable stay. The cottage is spacious with a kitchen diner/lounge a large double bedroom and a bathroom with walk-in shower and the largest bath we have ever seen! The kitchen is equipped with everything you need including a dishwasher. There is a shared courtyard outside with a little table and chairs so you can enjoy a glass of wine on warm evenings. There is also a large field for dog walking. The location is perfect with lovely walks on the doorstep and within easy reach some stunning walks in the Peaks. Matlock Bath, Bakewell and Chesterfield are close by for tea shops and shopping. Sheffield is a few miles away. The local pub is a two minute walk and serves delicious food. The whole area is stunningly beautiful. We will definitely be back.