Guests say
The Cottage receives high praise for its comfort, cleanliness, and welcoming hosts, Ian and Lisa. Nestled in a peaceful rural setting, it's ideal for exploring the Peak District, with guests enjoying the proximity to walking trails and attractions. The presence of friendly farm animals adds charm. While Wi-Fi connectivity is noted as an area for improvement, the overall experience is cherished, with many guests eager to return.
Guests consistently commend the cottage for its cleanliness, describing it as spotless and tidy with freshly laundered linens. The attention to detail in maintaining a clean environment contributes to the overall positive experience.
The location is highly appreciated for its tranquillity and proximity to local attractions, including Alton Towers and scenic walks. The rural setting offers a peaceful retreat, though some guests mention slow Wi-Fi due to the location.
Comfort is a standout feature, with guests finding the cottage cosy, well-equipped, and spacious. The presence of a log burner adds to the cosy atmosphere, and the comfortable beds ensure a restful stay.
Facilities are generally well-received, with a well-equipped kitchen and comfortable living spaces. However, some guests note the absence of certain kitchen essentials and the slow Wi-Fi, suggesting room for improvement in this category.
The hosts' thoughtfulness is evident through personal touches like fresh flowers and treats for both guests and pets. While these gestures are warmly mentioned, it's important to note that such extras, though delightful, may vary and are not guaranteed.
About this property
The Cottage can be found on the owner's small holding, on the southern fringes of the wondrous Peak District National Park, with the fascinating market towns of Leek and Ashbourne at your fingertips. Boasting cosy and traditional accommodation for four people, and with so much going on in the surrounding area, this is the perfect getaway for friends, families and couples alike to come together and enjoy. Enter the property and discover the wonderful shower room to your right, a handy utility cupboard sits adjacent, housing a washing machine. A country cottage-style kitchen comes next, featuring a rustic wooden dining table and period quarry tiled flooring. Step through into a wonderfully welcoming sitting room, benefiting from attractive exposed beams and stonework and concluding alluringly with a fabulous woodburning stove for those chilly nights in. Take the stairs to reach the first floor, the landing is split-level, with either side leading you to a welcoming bedroom. Choose from a well-presented double and a lovely twin bedroom, designed to accompany parties of all kinds. A peaceful garden can be found to the front of The Cottage, sit here with a refreshing drink and soak up the sun whilst admiring the superb scenery surrounding you. The Peak District National Park is right on your doorstep should you seek breath-taking walking and cycling paths, and a number of fascinating market towns and villages just waiting to be uncovered. Ashbourne and Leek are both well worth a day of exploring, both boasting a fabulous range of eateries, restaurants and shops, housed in a range of attractive buildings. A short drive will take you to the popular theme park of Alton Towers for a great day out. An enticing barn conversion situated ideally for exploring this region of remarkable natural beauty.
Waterhouses is between the towns of Leek and Ashbourne on the southern fringes of the Peak District National Park. The village boasts the Manifold Cycle Track, winding through the valleys of the Rivers Hamps and Manifold. Waterhouses offers shops, pubs and eateries. Alton Towers Theme Park is nearby.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms with basins: 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Ground floor shower room with basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Utility.
Sitting room with woodburning stove.
Gas central heating, woodburning stove.
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, WiFi.
Fuel, power and starter pack included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair and cot available.
Off-road parking for two cars.
Lawn with furniture.
Two well behaved pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 1.5 miles.
Note: Please do keep pets on a lead when outside of the property.
Nearby points of interest
- Dovedale
- Alton Towers
- Cbeebies Land
- Gladstone Pottery Museum
- Gullivers Kingdom Matlock
- Kedleston Hall
- Waterworld Stoke
- Waterworld
- Thor's Cave
- Staffordshire University
Reviews (77)
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Sarah
Nice to see Horses in fields front of cottage and chickens goats Ducks at the back! Cottage very warm fully equipped with everything you may need, Bed linen smelt lovely fresh and clean very peaceful great location and we loved Pebbles the Cat shes so friendly could have taken her home! Thoroughly recommend a stay here would definitely go back
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Joanne
The cottage was absolutely spotless and really cosy. We loved looking out at the horses and watching the chickens and ducks do their daily walks around. Perfect location for exploring Derbyshire and very friendly hosts and quick to respond with any questions I had. Thank you
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Nigel
Although new logs were set under the log burner there were no fire lighting materials available. However, the shop in a nearby village had matches and dry kindling, despite the wet weather, could be foraged nearby. The cottage was well equipped with a small kitchen table and small fridge freezer. A leather chair and fabric settee could be found in the living room. Whilst recognising the recent weather, unfortunately the rug in front of the fire was wet on our first night and half the settee very damp along with some of the cushions. The central heating worked well and was needed. Despite the damp, nevertheless with more clement weather we would be happy to stay again.