Guests say
The Lillies is a well-received holiday cottage, praised for its spaciousness, warmth, and ideal location for exploring the Peak District. Guests appreciate the comfortable furnishings, well-equipped kitchen, and the thoughtful touches like Christmas decorations. While some minor maintenance issues and cleanliness points were raised, the overall sentiment is positive with many guests expressing a desire to return.
Cleanliness is generally good, with several guests finding the property clean and spacious. However, some guests noted the need for a deeper clean in certain areas, particularly the bathrooms and kitchen appliances. The presence of chipped crockery was also mentioned.
The location is highly regarded for its proximity to local attractions and the convenience for exploring the surrounding area. Some guests noted the busy road and limited walking paths, but the overall impression is that the location is superb.
Guests find the beds comfortable and the house warm, with ample space for large groups. The presence of a well-equipped kitchen and cosy living areas contribute to the property's comfort. Some guests suggested additional showers for convenience.
The property is praised for its well-equipped kitchen and the inclusion of a washing machine and tumble dryer. However, some guests reported maintenance issues such as a problematic dishwasher, a need for more bathroom bins, and minor repairs. Parking can be tricky when multiple cars are involved.
Guests have noted thoughtful gestures such as welcome packs and festive decorations, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere. It should be noted that such gifts are a kind gesture and may not be a consistent offering for all stays.
About this property
Bakewell 4 miles. A lovely, large detached house in Darley Dale, set on the main road between Matlock and Bakewell, perfect for full access to the stunning Peak District. Beautifully appointed throughout and providing contemporary accommodation, this Bakewell cottage is just the place for larger families or groups of friends to make the most of this perfect Peak District location. Set over three floors, this cottage near Bakewell has lovely countryside views from the rear, while to the front the views extend past a small factory to the Peak Rail steam railway line! This lovely Peak District cottage has five comfortable bedrooms, and downstairs, a good-sized sitting room, which has French windows leading to the garden, a great spot to enjoy your Bakewell tea or evening glass of wine! The rear garden has a lovely private patio leading to the lawn, and offers countryside views. On the doorstep, the village of Darley Dale offers good pubs, while a larger range of amenities is available in Matlock itself, or in Bakewell, both just a few miles away. From this Peak District cottage, wonderful walking and cycling can be enjoyed, with the Peak District National Park just one mile away, along with the High Peak Trail. With the magnificent Chatsworth House and Haddon Hall also within easy driving distance, just 2.5 miles away, this Peak District cottage offers something for everyone. Note: This property can be booked with ref 17876 making a total pf 24 people.
The Popular Peak District towns of Matlock and Matlock Bath have been attracting visitors to this incredibly picturesque area since the Spa was developed in the late 17th Century. Set in the beautiful wooded gorge of the River Derwent and offering a host of attractions such as Riber Castle, Gullivers Kingdom and the Peak District Mining Museum, these two lovely towns also provide a range of shops, pubs and restaurants. The Heights of Abraham park offers a great day out for families and includes such exciting activities as show-caves, nature trails, water gardens and the Owl Maze, as well as magnificent views down the gorge during the cable car trip. The beginning of the High Peak Cycle Trail lies just to the south of the town whilst the National Tramway Museum at Crich is also worth a visit.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Five bedrooms: 1 x king-size double with en-suite shower, double basin and WC, 1 x double, 1 x adult bunks, 1 x second floor family room with 1 king-size double and 1 single, 1 x second floor family room with 3 singles.
Second floor bathroom with bath, basin and WC.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Ground floor basin and WC.
Kitchen with dining area.
Sitting room with gas fire.
Gas central heating with underfloor heating on ground floor and gas fire.
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Shared off-road parking for 5 cars.
Lawned garden with patio and furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shops and pubs 1 mile.
Note: Due to the location of the property road noise is to be expected
Nearby points of interest
- Lumsdale Valley
- Thor's Cave
- Gullivers Kingdom Matlock
- Crich Tramway Village
- Dovedale
- Abbeydale Industrial Hamlet
- Bolsover Castle
- Ladybower Reservoir
Reviews (49)
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Samantha
We travelled from Fife, Scotland and visited various local attractions plus Alton towers which was a 50 minute drive away. There was a Sainsbury's and an Aldi both 10 drive away and a co-op and a few takeaways 2 minutes away. Peak shopping village was about 15 minutes away. There was plenty of space for everyone and plenty of seating in the lounge and at the dining table. Electric Oven took some getting use to, but I think this was just because we have a gas cooker at home. There is plenty of kitchen ware, cutlery etc and a dishwasher. There's a washing machine and a tumble dryer which was amazing with 5 kids with us. There was a problem with the en suite shower, a leak was coming through to the living room (we did send a text about this, we think it was either the drain or possibly the seal at the wall as there was no water outside of the shower on the floor) so after the first use we avoided using it for the rest of the stay to prevent any damage, meaning there was only one shower between 9 of us but we managed, having 4 toilets was a big bonus though. Beds were comfy and there's plenty of space for clothes. Parking was ok, but we only had 2 cars between us and the cottage next door had 3 cars between them, there was a diagram to show how and where to park but we felt this just wouldn't work unless everyone had small cars so we parked at the front of the house and my parents parked at the back outside the garage doors. All in all we had a lovely stay and wouldn't hesitate to return and recommend to others
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Kim
A member of the group had stayed in Torestyn next door a few times previously and recommended either cottage would be good. Plenty of seats in the lounge for us all. Higher back support sofas would have been even better. Very well equipped throughout, warm and comfortable. Having 2 fridges was a bonus as we were out during the day but were able to take a good supply of food and drink for evenings. Another shower would be great. There are 2 and 2 baths but a larger number of adults would benefit from an additional shower. Well equipped kitchen, plenty of space throughout the house. Although the house is close to a busy road the noise is minimal. The location was perfect for us, giving us easy access to Bakewell, Chatsworth, shops etc. Parking could be a little difficult if both houses had a larger number of cars to park but there are additional spaces available to both round the back. Already booked for later in the year,
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Iwona
Everything what you need to spend wonderful break away from the city. Fabolouse accomadation for large group of friends or familly