Guests say
The Haven in Buxton is a well-regarded apartment, praised for its prime location, comfort, and cleanliness. Guests appreciate the thoughtful touches such as a welcome bottle of wine and milk. It serves as an excellent base for exploring the Peak District & Derbyshire Dales, with its proximity to local amenities and attractions. Despite minor maintenance issues and occasional external building aesthetics, the apartment's modern facilities and homely feel consistently leave a positive impression on visitors.
The majority of guests found the apartment to be very clean and tidy, contributing to a comfortable stay. However, there was a single report of cleanliness issues, which suggests room for improvement but does not overshadow the overall positive feedback.
The apartment's location is highly praised for being quiet yet conveniently close to the town centre, shops, and attractions like the Opera House. Its ease of access and proximity to local amenities contribute to its high rating.
Guests frequently mention the comfort of the apartment, highlighting the cosy bed and quiet environment. Some guests found the furniture to be low or the bed smaller than expected, but these are isolated comments within an otherwise consistent appreciation for the apartment's comfort.
The apartment is well-equipped with modern amenities and kitchen facilities, though there are mentions of minor maintenance issues such as non-stick pans wearing out and difficulty with windows. These small niggles slightly affect the score but do not detract significantly from the overall positive experience.
While many guests express gratitude for the thoughtful gestures like the provision of wine and milk, there is no guarantee that these gifts will be provided to all guests. As such, while the thoughtfulness is appreciated, it cannot be quantified with a score.
About this property
This well-presented, ground floor flat rests in the delightful Peak District town of Buxton, excellently positioned adjacent to the 18th century Devonshire Dome and The Pavilion Gardens, just a few minutes’ walk into the town. With a beautiful setup of bright and airy spaces combined with thoughtful attention to detail, this charming retreat is perfect for couples seeking a quality break in a wonderful region of England. Park your car in the designated off-road space to the rear of the property and amble down the pathway to the accommodation. Step through the communal hallway and into a lovely interior made up of a spacious open-plan living room, a nicely appointed shower room with walk-in shower, along with a king-size double room providing ample storage units and a large bay window overlooking the trees. Fully relax and unwind into your stay with the help of the accommodating lounge area, complete with a plush, neutrally-coloured sofa and two armchairs to spread yourselves out on. The dining table opens out to fit more chairs under, should you need to and the kitchen is appointed with modern appliances and composite worktops, getting you through your holiday break in style; laminate-wood floors finish the interior in a quality fashion. Visit some of the town's finest attractions, with The Pavilion Gardens, The Square and The Opera House available, amongst many others, and sample some of the pubs and restaurants along the way. Described as the gateway to the Peak District National Park, this lovely spa town is a fine spot to base your holiday if you love being outdoors. Many walking opportunities are close by, with picturesque scenes of rugged cliffs, rambling valleys and babbling rivers to behold. This heartfelt getaway is to be enjoyed the year-round.
Buxton is known for its magnificent Crescent, The Great Stable, Hall Bank, The Square, The Pavilion Gardens and The Opera House. There is walking close by with rugged peaks to the north and gentle hills and dales to the south and a number of towns and villages are dotted throughout including Bakewell, Ashford-in-the-Water, Castleton and Edale. The properties of Chatsworth House and Haddon Hall are within easy driving distance and must be seen while visiting this area.
Accommodation
All ground floor.
1 x 5ft king-size double.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Open-plan living room with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.
Gas central heating.
Electric oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, Smart TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 1 car.
Shared lawn to rear of property.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 5 mins walk.
Note: Parking space is to the rear of the property down a small path.
Nearby points of interest
- Ladybower Reservoir
- Thor's Cave
- Bruntwood Park
Reviews (67)
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Karen
Lovely location.
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Robert
Shock to find the only two Windows in Flat covered in scaffolding making the the flat very dark. We had no prior warning of this. Bathroom very dirty, fan full of airs, shower waste blocked, shower head clogged never been cleaned. Shower screen never been cleaned and mould round the sealant of shower tray. The toilet brush dirty. The two seater sofa and matching arm chair were grubby. The lounge lighting very poor. Kitchen toaster had not been cleaned, baking tray dirty, we had to scrub the drinking mugs. On the corner of the building (outside) next to bedroom window was a motion sensor light. This was clearly faulty as opposed to working, came on for 17 seconds and off for 3 seconds all through the night none stop. The light flashing continually through the night through the gap between ceiling and curtains made it difficult sleeping. The bed in our opinion had seen better days. Given the location of the flat which was very good, we enjoyed Buxton very much but with problems with the flat as described we felt it necessary to vacate the flat after 4 nights instead of the 7 we had paid for. We have taken photographs to backup our critic's.
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Martin
Thought the apartment was very well furnished and extremely comfortable for a short break. Overall delighted with our stay.