Guests say
Field House is a well-received holiday cottage in the Peak District & Derbyshire Dales, praised for its comfort, spaciousness, and beautiful gardens. Guests appreciate the quiet location, cozy lounges, and the property's proximity to local attractions. The well-equipped kitchen and comfortable beds contribute to a homely feel, though some noted the garden's lack of secure fencing for pets.
There is no specific mention of cleanliness in the reviews, so it is not possible to provide an accurate score for this category.
The location is frequently mentioned as good, with easy access to nearby towns and attractions in the Peak District. The proximity to a main road is noted, but it does not detract from the quietness of the property.
Guests consistently describe their stays as comfortable, highlighting the cozy lounges, comfy beds, and the overall homely feel of the property.
The property is well-equipped, particularly the kitchen, and guests enjoyed the space and the multiple sitting rooms. However, some guests mentioned the garden's lack of secure fencing and slippery patio stones as areas for improvement.
While guests have expressed gratitude for the management's responsiveness and a gesture of £50, there is no mention of gifts that would indicate thoughtfulness as a consistent feature. Therefore, it is not possible to score this category.
About this property
Field House in Swanwick, Derbyshire is a remarkable, detached holiday home in attractive surroundings. The ideal dwelling for a family or group of six, the property not only enjoys access to beautiful spacious gardens, but offers plenty of off-road parking. After taking in the delightful, 1930s style abode, make your way inside and store your belongings in the handy porch. The property offers two lovely sitting areas with Smart TVs for you to lounge in after an action-packed day, the largest being a charming sitting room and the other being an intimate snug that is ideal for those seeking a quieter retreat in the evenings. When you want to rustle up some homecooked meals, venture to the fabulous kitchen to find a good selection of appliances, including a handy gas hob, an electric oven and microwave. The dining room is a characterful space overlooking the gardens and makes for a pleasant spot for and your loved ones to tuck into a nourishing meal whilst catching up on the day's happenings. Nearby is the conservatory/utility, where you can find a washing machine and a large fridge freezer, plenty of chilling space for your food and drink! The property is served by a cloakroom on the ground floor, and a first-floor shower room that offers you a spacious, walk-in cubicle with electric shower. After a refreshing rinse, move across the first floor to find three thoughtfully laid-out bedrooms, including a king size, a double and a twin. Make the most of the sun in the warmer months and stretch your legs on the spacious lawns, before retreating to the summer house for a light lunch. Swanwick is home to a well-stocked convenience store, along with the popular Gate Inn pub, which you only need to cross the street to get to! Travel a short distance to Butterley, where locomotive fans will be delighted to find The Princess Royal Class Locomotive Trust Museum, along with enjoying access to the marvellous Midland Railway and the quirky Golden Valley Light Railway; after enjoying a round trip of this part of Derbyshire's countryside on either engine, why not embark on a quaint stroll around the Butterley Reservoir? Be sure to make the most of your location and drive a short distance to Matlock, a picturesque town on the edge of the Peak District National Park, where the delights of the Peak Rail, The Heights of Abraham and The Great Masson Cavern can be discovered. The Peak District Mining Museum in Matlock Bath and the popular Crich Tramway Museum are also close to hand. Cromford is also nearby and is home to the National Stone Centre, as well as the High Peak Trail that brings you to the famed Black Rocks landmark, the High Peak Junction, Lea Wood and the Derwentside nature reserve. There is so much more to discover from Field House, with the Peak District National Park offering plenty of attractions and sights in its picture-postcard settlements, including Bakewell and Baslow, whilst the bustling locations of Derby, Chesterfield, Sheffield and Nottingham can also be easily reached. Treat yourself and your family to a fabulous stay at Field House.
Swanwick is a small hamlet in the parish of Alfreton, situated on the outskirts of the Derbyshire Dales and just a few miles from the major motorway connections. The location is popular with visitors and provides a suitable base for exploring the Peak District, with easy access to lovely countryside, excellent walking routes, and the market town of Alfreton, which, according to mythology, was named after Alfred the Great.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size double, 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Dining room.
Sitting room.
Snug.
Conservatory/utility.
Summerhouse
Gas central heating.
Gas hob and electric oven, microwave, fridge, washing machine, fridge/freezer, 2 x TVs, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Ample off-road parking.
Front garden with lawn.
Back garden with patio, lawn, summerhouse, bike storage, and furniture.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.5 miles, pub 0.1 mile.
Note: There are stone steps in the front garden, please take care.
Note.
Only children over five years of age at this property due to the style of the bannisters
Nearby points of interest
- Crich Tramway Village
- Gullivers Kingdom Matlock
- Kedleston Hall
- Nottingham Contemporary
- Floralands Farm Park
- Lumsdale Valley
- Bolsover Castle
- Sheringham Park
- Nottingham Trent University
Reviews (13)
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Terence
The hot water was not available all day so for washing up one needed to boil up ketles. The heating times came on too late and went off too late . The utensils and equipement in the kitchen were lacking , no large spoons for servings, scales not working, etc etc. the oven needed a good clean .There was a leaky roof in the consveratory. However the rooms were clean and tidy with a good TV. We would have expected someone to check early in our stay if all was Ok as we have experienced in other holiday lets. To us one of the best features of the property was the frequent bus service from the bus stop at the end of the drive not mentioned at all in the property details.
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Melanie
Very cosy on the cold nights. Brilliant base for visiting relatives and nearby towns in the Peaks. Good local dog walks too. Only thing that would have been handy was a ladle in the utensil drawer
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Charles
Slightly old-fashioned in terms of some of the furniture but this adds rather than takes away. Pub over the road had live music on the Saturday but you could not really hear it inside the house. Great also for access to motorways etc and good dog walking territory!