Guests say
Brookley Barn in Belper is a well-received holiday cottage, praised for its cleanliness, comfortable furnishings, and quiet location ideal for walks and relaxation. Guests appreciate the spaciousness, powerful shower, and the addition of Sky TV and a convertible pool table. The secure garden is a bonus for dog owners. While minor suggestions for improvements are noted, the overall sentiment is highly positive, with many guests expressing a desire to return.
Guests consistently mention the property's cleanliness, describing it as clean and well-maintained, which indicates a high standard of cleanliness throughout the property.
The location is frequently highlighted as quiet and convenient for walking, with a pub nearby and proximity to Peak District attractions, suggesting a very good location score.
Comfort is praised with mentions of comfortable beds and sofas. However, one guest noted the shower cubicle size as a minor issue, slightly impacting the comfort score.
Facilities like the powerful shower, Sky TV, and pool table are well-regarded. Minor points about the lack of a shower shelf and dressing table are noted, indicating room for improvement.
While the reviews reflect positively on the hosts' hospitality, there are no specific mentions of gifts or extra thoughtful touches that would warrant a score in this category.
About this property
Duffield 3.1 miles. Brookley Barn is a wonderful ground-floor semi-detached barn conversion situated on the owners' working cattle farm in the quiet hamlet of Windley, just a short drive from the lovely market towns of Belper and Ashbourne. This outstanding Windley abode provides a bright and airy base set amongst beautiful farmland, while housing everything you need for a self-catering break, making it ideal for a family or couples wanting to explore the wonders of the Peak District National Park and Derbyshire. Single-storey and with an open-plan living space, Brookley Barn has been finished to a very high standard to make it a wonderful retreat after a day spent enjoying the surrounding Derbyshire countryside. The property has a private gravelled patio area where you can sit and take in the surroundings and enjoy the farm life all around. The barn is in the perfect place to enjoy the wonderful walks from the doorstep towards Ecclesbourne Valley and beyond and to try out the good local pubs close by. A short drive will bring you to the market towns of Belper and Ashbourne and the wonderful Chatsworth House and Haddon Hall. Set in the Peak District National Park, there are wonderful walking and cycling routes to enjoy with the High Peak Trail and Tissington a little further away. Brookley Barn is ready for you to enjoy, all year round.
Windley is a lovely little rural hamlet in the heart of Derbyshire, set in the southern part of the Peak District National Park. Located just off the Belper to Ashbourne road, the hamlet has a scattering of houses and is surrounded by some beautiful countryside. The nearby village of Turnditch offers two good pubs and further on is Hulland Ward which has a petrol station, shop and Post Office. For more choice, visit Belper, situated in the Derwent Valley, and is a town with a long and famous history dating back to the 13th Century, when it was called Beaurepaire (beautiful retreat), a name that still holds true today. Now a spirited and bustling town, attractions include the North Mill, Long Row and the River Gardens There are many walks up and down the valley, as well as cycling and watersports at nearby Carsington Water. The pretty traditional market towns of Ashbourne and Bakewell are close by, and the beautiful Chatsworth House, Shottle Hall and Haddon Hall are within easy reach, as well as Matlock Bath with its spectacular cable car, the newly restored Ecclesbourne Valley Railway and Gulliver's Kingdom. Within easy reach is the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site in Cromford, which is not to be missed. A great location for a wonderful holiday.
Accommodation
Single-storey.
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size with TV with Sky, 1 x twin (zip/link can be super king-size on request).
Bathroom with freestanding bath, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen with breakfast bar, dining area (table can be converted into full-size pool table) and sitting area with electric fire
Oil central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.
2 x TV with Sky, DVD, CD/iPod dock, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs.
Power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair on request.
Off-road parking for 2 cars.
Enclosed garden with gravelled patio area to the front with furniture and barbecue.
One well-behaved dog is welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 2.6 miles, pub 1.6 mile.
Note: This property is on a working farm
Nearby points of interest
- Kedleston Hall
- Crich Tramway Village
- Gullivers Kingdom Matlock
- Dovedale
- Manchester Museum
- Donington Park
- Castle Donington Museum
- Alton Towers
- Cbeebies Land
- Lumsdale Valley
Reviews (7)
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Nigel
Thanks to Jamie& Lauren. Plenty of storage and space to spread yourselves out, also great fun being able to play pool ( not bad cues and chalk, more than you get in some pubs ) Love the geese and cows. Would without doubt stay again given the opportunity, and would definitely recommend it to anyone who likes rural and peace and quiet. A good base to visit places in the peak district Many thanks Nigel and Lisa Ps the railway Inn does great food
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Martin
Every thing we needed was there.Practical flooring for dogs as easy to keep clean. Excellent BBQ We would certainly stay again if we choose this area.
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Bridget
Lauren & Jamie very friendly & welcoming. Plenty of walks nearby would certainly stay there again