Jill & Mike - Holly & Max - Newark - September 2011
"Our second visit and certainly won't be our last. Just perfect peace and quiet, just what we needed after a busy summer. We will definitely be back. Thank you so much the Hayloft is perfect - wish it was ours!"
Graham & Ann - Canterbury - September 2011
"Totally relaxing once again! Many thanks!"
Lyn & Michelle - Fareham - September 2011
"Very comfortable cottage to relax in after a good days walking. Thank you"
Kate, Claire, Claire & Sally - London - August 2011
"We have had a lovely and sunny few days in the cottage. Thank you for a very relaxing stay, we love the Peaks!"
Ian Reeve - East Sussex - August 2011
"Lovely peaceful cottage, splendid location. Excellent walking and pubs. easy access to Buxton"
Maria, Dean, Jessica and Hollie - Suffolk - August 2011
"A lovely cottage in a lovely area, a really nice holiday"
The Barfords - August 2011
"We've had a lovely holiday. The weather has been very good. We lovee the remoteness of the cottage and watching the wildlife from the window."
The Davies family - Cardiff - August 2011
"Our first trip to the Peak District - wonderful holiday - lovely walks - even for the unenthusiastic children! Great location, lots of cave! Lovely cottage"
Steve, Tracey and Brad Clifford - Southampton - August 2011
" Just what the doctor ordered, lovely cottage, location, central to all. Walks through Dovedale brill. Hope to be back soon!"
The Martins familiy - Norfolk - August 2011
"Our second year here, loved every minute of it especially the walking. Found some great Geocahing sites again"
Abbie, Ang & Al - Bridgend - South Wales - August 2011
"Cottage in a superb position for all local attarctions. Lathkill Dale an easy going walk taking in beautiful scenery. Too much to do, too little time. Thanks for letting us stay"
Nick & Gill - Bury St Edmunds - August 2011
"Lovely facilities, all very comfortable, welcoming host. Rosie (spaniel) loved it, shower exceptional, sorry to go!"
The Boulton family - Solihull - July 2011
"This is our 4th visit to the Hayloft. This time we brought our 2 dogs. They love it and so do we. Thank you for a truly wonderful week in a beautiful cottage with beautiful surroundings. See you again!"
The Webber family - Goldcliffe - South Wales - July 2011
"This was our first visit to the Peak District and we have been suitably impressed. We have especially enjoyed the magnificent vistas from "The Hayloft". It has been delightful to sit amongst such beauty and peace. The accommodation has been cleverly constructed - cosy and comfortable - maybe a couple more cushions would be helpful!"
Julie & Steve Harris - Winterbourne - July 2011
"We have had a wonderful time on our first visit to the Peak District. It has been very tiring visiting most of the surrounding areas but very relaxing returning to the cottage. We had meals at the Church Inn - Ashford Arms and Royal Oak all of which were lovely. Thank you Marian and Martin"
Steve & Lynn Hall - Lincs - July 2011
"Cottage great, enjoyed our stay with plenty of nice walks in the area. Most of the local pubs are good for food"
Mark & Vanessa Bertram - Haywards Heath - July 2011
"Well equipped and excellently created cottage in a peaceful and lovely setting with access to a range of good experiences. Shakespeare at Buxton, river walks and Bess of Hardwick! We enjoyed it all"
John, Tracy & Sophie the dog - Nottingham - July 2011
"Great cottage in a beautiful setting - perfect for a relaxing break. Excellent food at the Royal Oak in Hurdlow".
Iris, Sid & Russell Hadleigh - Suffolk - June 2011
"Lovely cottage , everything we needed. Weather very good, thank you"
Kevin, Anita, Callum & Abbie - Ipswich - June 2011
"Excellent holiday cottage, will recommend to friends. Loved walks at Monsal Head, Dovedale and Tissington trail. Hope to come again soon."
Gillian & Peter - Herefordshire - June 2011
"We have enjoyed our stay at this very comfortable cottage. Lovely Location."
Norman and Jane - Whitely Bay - June 2011
"Comfortable and quiet cottage with great views. Great location for White Peak walking"
Mr & Mrs Littlecott - Southampton - June 2011
"Great place, comfortable cottage with great surroundings. Good location for access to all Peaks have to offer. Will definately recommend cottage to family and friends."
Gray & Ann - Canterbury - June 2011
"Peace at last. Great cottage in a beautiful location. Really good meal at the Bulls Head, Monyash - v friendly and accommodating to our extended family. Hope to be back soon. Thank you both"
Sarah & James Judge - Suffolk - June 2011
"A great stay once again (we were here in May 2010) - this time with our 7 month old daughter. Worked really well with a little one"
Phil, Sam & Rory - Lincolnshire - June 2011
"A great stay, loved the cottage and views. We will certainly be recommending the cottage and area to friends and family on our return. We look forward to when we can return"
Matthew & Jessie Pearson - Norwich - May 2011
"We booked as a last minute break to get away from it all and what a wonderful break we've had. Perfect cottage - clean with perfect surroundings. Sad to be returning back to reality"
Ben & Emi Deacon - Suffolk - May 2011
"Brilliant cottage with gorgeous views. Hope to be back soon. Many thanks"
Joy Houghton & Chris Nickolaus - Cambridge - May 2011
"Wonderful. We soaked up the beautiful views from the cottage and loved exploring the local area. Thank you for a much needed holiday"
McCann & Walters families - Swindon - May 2011
"Lovely second stay in Hayloft cottage. Can recommend the tea room in Ashford in the Water. Will be back again next year"
Kirsty & Mark - Chipstead - Surrey - May 2011
"Lovely cottage and very well equipped, great location. Thanks for everything"
Doug & Josie McRae - Beverley - May 2011
"Wonderful cottage, brilliant location, going home with a great feeling of contentment. Never realised there was so much to do in the peak"
Nick & Sofia Huddard - London - May 2011
"What a lovely cottage in a beatiful setting, must come again"
Teresa & Mike - South Wales - April 2011
"One week is just not long enough. The real Bakewell pudding is a must! Kinder Scout is worth the climb on a nice day.Thank you very much for letting our dog run around the garden - you are very lucky to live in such a gorgeous are!"
Patrick, Caroline, Katie and Sarah - Bromley - April 2011
"We have spent a very happy week here with wonderful weather and beautiful countryside. Enjoyed visits to Little Moreton Hall, Chatsworth, Eyam and Bakewell. Thanks for a lovely stay"
Ann & Bill - Warwickshire - April 2011
"A beutiful peaceful spot and a lovely cottage.Didn't get everything done that we wanted so will have to come back.
Mick, Mary, Shaun & David - Wolverhampton - April 2011
"Had a great weekend, lots to do - visited lots of pubs! Weather fine if a bit blustery! This is our first visit to the Peak District and we'll definately return to this area soon. Cottage very well equipped"
Ian & Sinead - Surrey - April 2011
"Great cottage, lovely cows greeting you in the morning. We've done some nice little walks through the villages and enjoyed visiting Bakewell. Had fantastic weather which made our visit to the Peak District even more enjoyable on the bikes.
Kathleen and Peter Teige - Leicestershire - April 2011
"Glorious weekend, countryside beautiful, will definitely be back"
Colin and Chris Petersen - Wiltshire - April 2011
"Fantastic weather - hot and sunny, beautiful countryside, fantastic walks and a lovely cottage, even sat on the patio for breakfast and dinner
Jean & Eddie Martin - Cumbria - April 2011
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We have had a wonderful week - family reunion - good weather, extremely comfortable cottage, beautiful countryside - couldn't be better" "
Jill & Mike with Holly & Max (the dogs) - Nottinghamshire - March 2011
"Fabulous weekend in your lovely cottage, perfect peace and quiet! Stunning views. The dogs enjoyed the freedom of running along the trail behind the cottage. Hope to return in September. Many thanks"
Nermina & Matt - Derby - March 2011
"This is a beautiful cottage and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We will deinately recommend the cottage to our family and friends. Thank you for a lovely stay
Adere & Kevin - Runcorn - March 2011
"Fantastic location for a short stay. Cottage is lovely and so are the views. Will definately consider returning"
Steve and Carol - Stourbridge - March 2011
"Staying here makes me ask the question, why oh why do I live in a town? You have thought about what makes a great stay and provided a well equipped and lovely cottage. The smell of fresh air and the open views also go to make a great stay. Our photos will remind us and probably bring us back - Thanks"
Neil and Jackie McDougall - Leicestershire - March 2011
"Thoroughly enjoyed our mini break in this cosy home. Lovely surroundings and walking. Must return to explore the well recommended pubs!"
Dave and Debbie - Dunstable - March 2011
"Great place to stay, lovely location, peaceful, perfect and picturesque. Also warm and cosy"
Sarah and Ned - Derby - March 2011
"Second time in 2011. Sell it, we'll buy it but we won't be selfish, we'll still hire it out....just not that often!! Not back until September, busy year! Thanks"
John & Barbara Clark - Norfolk - March 2011
"Had a lovely time, great location for walking and great places for eating"
Lee, Caroline, Eric & Joel - Sandabch - February 2011
"A charming cottage with everything you need. Very cosy, stunning views, a great retreat to get away from it all. Thanks"
Hev, Jan & Brandy - Blackpool - February 2011
"Just what the doctor ordered. No stress, total chill time. Excellent walks, stunning views. The Hayloft is a stunningly comfey, well equipped place and would recommend it to anyone who wants to get away from the rat race and just unwind in beautiful surroundings. And very doggie friendly. A big thank you to the owners who have done a fantastic job on this place."
Elspeth & Neil - Berkshire - February 2011
"Our time has gone so quickly. Loved it, setting, cottage, walks. We have been so lucky with the weather. Can't wait to come back"
Dave, Sophie, Zoe & Thomas - Asby de la Zouche - February 2011
"Warm? It's hot! Snowed outside and we had to light the stove, then open all the windows! Going home to buy a heat pump. Not going to tell anyone about the cottage in case we can't get a slot!"
The Biondi family - Nottingham - February 2011
"Second time to the cottages, just as nice as the last time. We will return. So much to see in the area."
Ansar and Ros Ali - Norfolk - February 2011
"A very relaxing stay, beautiful, comfortable cottage with stunning views. Thank you"
Alastair & Monika, Beau the dog - Cambridge - January 2011
"A lovely warm and comfortable cottage, perfect for a short break. Thank you"
Maria & Brian McKean - Nottingham - January 2011
"Another great stay. Loved the Royal Oak for food and obviously the great walks, shopping and relaxation."
Sarah & Ned - Derby - January 2011
"A wonderful cottage in a beautiful location, perfect for an anniversary weekend. Hope to be back very soon"
Steve & Rachel - Oxfordshire - January 2011
"Our second visit - still enjoying the undefloor heating"
Phil, Nicola, Peter and Frances - Haslemere - December 2010
"Very pleasant Christmas, lovely walks especially around Dovedale"
Simon & Joanna Wigg - Bedford - December 2010
"A gorgeous cottage in stunning surroundings. We have really enjoyed our stay here despite the cold weather. We loved the peace and quiet. We can't wait to come here again"
Ann & John Wilkinson - Durham - November 2010
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Lovely and warm despite -10 degrees C outside. Great fire after cold walks."
Jo & Phil McCrave - Sandbach - November 2010
"Great time, nice fresh walks - great fire - love the Triominos!"
Steve, Deidre, Matthew and Caroline Shilton - Oxford - November 2010
"A simply lovely cottage! Came here to see friends and look forward to returning"
Sabine & Peter - Bucks - November 2010
"Thanks for providing this lovely cottage for our weekend break. We felt very much at home and private. Its on our list for coming back"
Phil & Lou Shackleton - West Yorkshire - November 2010
"Lovely place to stay. We will come back to see more of the Peaks and enjoy being at the Hayloft. Thank you!"
Lynne, Alan, Kerry, James & the dogs - Kent - November 2010
"A really lovely cottage and very well equipped, lovely and warm. Great location for our short stay."
Claire & Derek Godfrey - Brighton - October 2010
"Back for our third visit to the Hayloft which was snug and dry despite the best efforts of the weather to wash or blow us away!"
Chris & Jan Edwins - Staffordshire - October 2010
"An exceptional cottage set in beautiful countryside. A welcome respite from the stresses of everyday life"
Sarah, Chris, Harry, Alice & the dogs - Bideford - Devon - October 2010
"A lovely cottage with all the right facilities. Very stunning countryside"
Ian, Elaine, Emmie, Frank & Archie the dog - Solihull - October 2010
"This is our third visit to Hayloft Cottage. It has a fantastic location, wonderful views, splendid walks,the cottage is beautiful and the local pubs sell great food and are happy to accommodate Archie. Thank you to the owners who are so helpfu."
Ray & Margaret Vincent - Crowthorne - Berks - October 2010
"Our second visit to this lovely cottage. Thank you for making us so comfortable. We hope to come again."
Mitchell's - Bedfordshire - October 2010
"Lovely well equipped cottage. Thank you for the recommendation of The George at Alstonefield - wonderful meal - great food and service."
Brook family - Chelmsford - October 2010
"Splendid isolation! We loved our stay."
Jane & Norman - Whitby - October 2010
"A lovely stay. Cottage excellent. Wonderful walks and scenery. Pub walks book a must."
Debbie, Max, Catriona & Kev - Manchester - October 2010
"Great cottage, fab walks, love the Peaks. Stunning views, hope to return soon."
Jane - Hyde - September 2010
"A wonderful place for my few days - peaceful, warm, brilliant views and excellent for stargazing - very little light pollution. Thanks very much."
Brown family - Warsash - September 2010
"Cottage very warm and clean. Lovely area, dogs loved it Many thanks"
Chris & Rose Cox - Nottingham - September 2010
"We've had a lovely holiday, thank you! Beautiful cottage and amazing views! We enjoyed trips to Bakewell and enjoyed sampling the original Bakewell Pudding."
Janet & Ray Lingwood - Kent - September 2010
"Enjoyed our stay in this beautiful part of the country. Cottage is very comfortable and has everything you need.Wonderful setting and an excellent location for getting out and about - so many places to visit / walks to do."
Neil, Ailsa, George,Cosmo and Tango(the dog) - Liverpool - August 2010
"Lovely cottage, great location, a cosy, relaxing, well equipped base to recharge our batteries. Many thanks"
Chris & Dawn Barratt - West Sussex - August 2010
"Our second visit here and as lovely as always. Great base for lots of lovely walking. Cottage always warm and cosy to come back to after a long day's walk"
Darbyshire family - Nottinghamshire - August 2010
"Fabulous accommodation, home from home, perfectly located for visits and walks. Would definitely revist."
The Martins family - Norfolk - August 2010
"A lovely cottage with all great places nearby. Lovely scenery, its just great to stand at the window and watch the cows! Nice to know Tesco delivers all this way!Nicely placed for lots of Geocaches which have taken us places we may not have found on our own."
Ben, Mel, Breeze & JD - Suffolk - August 2010
"Great cottage, close to most places. Overall fantastic stay, this would be place to stay by choice in future."
Toni & Shulba - Essex - August 2010
"Great stay, cottage fantastic"
Bray family - Suffolk - August 2010
"Lovely cottage and well equipped (Thought of everything). Most places are dog friendly which was lovely. All positive, no negative comments to make. Would come back"
Lynn & Derek Wood - Lincs - August 2010
"Very cosy accommodation with great views. Fantastic food and a warm welcome at The Royal Oak at Hurdlow, The Church Inn at Chelmorton and the Bulls Head in Monyash."
Duncan, Hayley, Josh and Ben - Gildersome - July 2010
"Lovely cottage with great views.Weather was foul but plenty to do in Buston. Castleton is well worth a visit with good food at the Castle Hotel.
John, Michelle, Nathan & Eloise - Essex - July 2010
"A beautiful cottage with everything provided. A great place"
Colleen, Megan and Aaran - Essex - July 2010
"Very nice cottage, had a great time. Lots of great places to walk and visit in the area. Thanks!"
Dale, Leigh, Tess & Lesley - Kettleby - July 2010
"Had a lovely stay, thank you! The views are amazing and it's very quiet; not found anything that is bad! Hope to come back again"
Steve & Jane - Lindford - Hampshire - July 2010
We had a lovely time - superb location, wonderful walks"
Mick & Anne O'Neill - Stalybridge - July 2010
"Had a great holiday. Cottage ecellent, no need to ask for anything - everything provided. Setting fantastic - thoroughly enjoyed. Thank you for the weather too."
Heather, Ted & Abigail White - Essex - June 2010
"Lovely week. Cottage very nice. Weather fantastic - almost too hot for our daily ramble. The Peak District is breathtaking - looking forward to coming back again. Thank you!"
The Millward family - Trowbridge - June 2010
"Great weekend, wonderful cottage and scenery. A perfect place to stay for a visit to the Peak District".
Michael & Barbara Russell - Flackwell Heath - June 2010
"Cottage is superb, weather was perfect. This was our second visit to the Peaks and we'll definately be back for more. The birds and cows are good entertainment value as well"
Mrs Farrow and guests - Newport - June 2010
"Very enjoyable stay in a comfortable cottage with lovely views"
The Pipe family - Lincoln - June 2010
"We all really enjoyed our stay - great cottage in a fantastic setting"
Jenny & Mick Cast - Surrey - June 2010
"What a lovely cottage with wonderful views, everything that you could wish for during our stay. We will certainly recommend the cottage to our friends. Thoroughly recommend the Church Inn at Chelmorton, lovely food."
Dave & Ruth - Nottingham - June 2010
"Lovely Cottage, helpful and pleasant hosts. Church Inn at Chelmorton highly recommended. Had a great break, hope to come back soon. Thanks"
The Ellis family - Wellard - Western Australia - June 2010
"Great place, good weather, fine views, many interesting places to visit and splendid pubs to eat in"
The Gray family - Bristol - June 2010
"It's a lovely cottage with a beautiful view. The bike rides and walks around this area are superb. We cycled 27 miles on the Tissington trail but we realised we should have started at Ashbourne with the downhill bit at the end! Our stay was very enjoyable I wish we had more days and nights for the beds were so comfy. Thank you (Lily aged 9)"
Mr & Mrs Patel & Neilsen & Skygebjerg - Derby & Copenhagen - May 2010
"Fantastic! Great cottage and facilities, very well located too! We have had an awesome time, hope to visit again someday soon!"
Helen & Alan Day - Oxford - May 2010
"We've had a wonderful break in this special place and would love to return. A new walk we tried was from Hartington to Beresford and Wolfscote Dale following the Dove all the way - fantastic"
Jonathan, Anita, Florence & Humphrey the dog - Bourne End - May 2010
"Our second stay at this cottage - lovely and clean, cosy and in a great location. I'm sure we'll be back next year. Thanks !"
Mc Cann & Walters families - Swindon - May 2010
"Fantastic break, lovely cottage, very considerate hosts. After trying all recommended pubs, confirm they are great and can add the Royal Oak at Hurdlow to the list. Hope to return to this fantastic base soon."
James & Sarah Judge & Solly the dog - Ipswich - May 2010
"A great time in the Peak District. Great cottage with excellent facilities that allowed for a very relaxing time. Solly enjoyed his first holiday!! Good walks - Dovedale - Milldale - Lathkill and Stanedge Edge. I would recommend the bakery in Tideswell and the cheese shop in Hartington too. We will definately be back!"
Lynne Collins & Peter Weller - London - May 2010
"As an artist I came here with my partner Pete, to work on a new series of photographic work. I have not been disappointed. The Hayloft provided the perfect base, peace and quiet, warm and comfortable. Lovely contemporary space with massive window providing fantastic views. We only had four days, it was not long enough, so will have to come back. Will also tell all my friends to come. Have never been to the Peak District before, its amazingly beautiful and compared to the South of England there is true village life here. Thank you for the stay - Lynne"
Adrian, Valerie and Guy Warne - Sutton Coldfield - May 2010
"Wonderful short break, virtually on our doorstep. Lovely comfortable cottage and great walking country"
Dale family - Suffolk - April 2010
"Very pleased with accommodation, well equipped cottage. Dovedale is a great walk. The town of Matlock is a great day out especially the cable cars. Bakewell is well worth a visit and you must try a tart!"
Peter and Diane Bissmire - South Wales - April 2010
"Once again a very comfortable and pleasant stay. Accommodation great. More dog friendly pubs in this areathan in South Wales!"
Paul, Sarah, Kayleigh & Courtney - Thetford - April 2010
"Enjoyed the peace and quiet. Cosy, comfortable well equipped cottage. Would recommend walk from Dovedale to Milldale. Had a lovely break, Thank you"
Tim, Marcelle, Jade, Shannon and Ceaser the dog - Bury St Edmunds - April 2010
"The cottage and surrounding scenery is outstanding. Grindsbrooke climb up the dry waterfall is a must if up for a challenge - followed by a refreshing drink at the Castle in Castleton. Many other great days out with friends staying next door - Matlock cable cars are a great day out"
Janet & Robert Seymour - Leeds - April 2010
"Lovely cottage, lovely weather - still so much to see - will have to come back soon!!"
Kim , Carl, Jordan, Ben & Kerah - Sleaford - April 2010
"Very nice, lovely cottage, very peaceful, had a lovely stay. Thank you!"
Teresa, Steve, Millie and Charlie - Hinkley - April 2010
"Lovely time had by all walking around the many trails in the Peak District. Woody is very tired after his long walks. Everything was lovely and clean when we first arrived and the kitchen is very well equipped. Thank you"
Emily, Betthany & Kerry - Kettering, Bishops Stortford & London - March 2010
"The cottage was the perfect retreat - very clean, great views + lovely + warm. We loved; the huge window, the dishwasher, the log fire, the WIFI (for finding recipes) , underfloor heating, flat screen TV.... and yes, we're all under 25 but we loved the tree swing too!"
Graeme & Kathryn - Wooton under Edge - March 2010
"Great location for walks in all directions. Lovely Cottage. Recommend the walk from Earl Sterndale"
Lesley & Keith - Droitwich Spa - March 2010
"First visit but not the last, such stunning scenery & fabulous walks. The Hayloft is perfect for a relaxing break - be back soon!"
Rob, Deb & Mitch - Wolverhampton - March 2010
"Our second visit and just as we remembered a great place to walk from taking in superb pubs for lunch. So peaceful - look forward to visiting again"
Jill, George, Jack Amy, Emma & Alfie the springer - Brackley - February 2010
" Third time here and another fantastic break. Glorious in the sunshine and snow. Great walks at Mam Tor & Curbar Edge. Accommodation perfect as always. Hope to be back again next year."
Charlotte & Iain Bruce -Leicestershire - February 2010
"We've really enjoyed our stay here. The Byre is lovely - tastefully decorated and very well equipped and ideally located for so many good walks. We hope to be back again soon!"
Martin & Gill Adams/Paul and Sarah - Wiltshire - February 2010
"Lovely warm and comfortable cottage and in a beautiful location. All seasons in one week but didn't stop us enjoying ourselves. Church Inn at Chelmorton highly recommended. All in all a good holiday enjoyed by everyone. PS - well equipped for toddlers, thanks"
Kath, Nick, Toby & Max Mackrill - Newmarket - February 2010
"A very cosy stay, snow was a bonus. Lots of great walking and toboganning. Thanks."
Julian, Maria and Children - Nottingham - February 2010
"Very clean and cosy cottage. Thank you for a wonderful stay. Kids loved the tree swing"
Wilma & Pete Riley - Cambridgeshire - January 2010
"Lovely weekend escape. Heston loved playing in the deep snow. Lovely cottage. Would like to return to see the views without the snow."
Hugh & Hannah - Brighton - January 2010
"Just the place for kicking back and relaxing, we had a brilliant stay. The cottage was the perfect location for us with access to all the walks, pubs and tea rooms we wanted. Will recommend!"
Anne & Sarah + Milo (dog) - Horsham - January 2010
"Wonderful cottage + so cosy. Enjoyed our stay here so much + very relaxing. Wonderful scenery - will certainly be back"
Steve & Rachel Cassidy - Oxfordshire - January 2010
"Best equipped cottage we've ever rented, excellent hosts, love the underfloor heating - amazing to be sitting around in T shirts and bare feet with snow howling around outside! Added our "snowbear" to the display: the 3' snow drifts made even our modest walks out quite adventurous! A most memorable holiday!"
Maria & Brian McKean - Ruddington - January 2010
"Relaxing, fun, contemporary & snowy. Hope to be back next year!"
Sarah, David, Mollie & Grace Gunn - Ruddington - January 2010 - New Year guests
"A really fantastic cottage and a great place to see the New Year in with friends in the adjoining cottage. A wonderful warm welcome from Martin when we arrived. A really fab quality cottage - great snowy walks and an attempt to build an igloo - thank you so very much. Back to work again on Monday - groan!"
Nigel, Sally, Mussy & Beaz - Nottingham - December 2009
"What a great way to relax and spend Christmas when the wind and snow is blowing outside. Lovely cottage, cosy and warm, everything you need to stay in and chill out. Would like to come back for the summer. Martin & Marian - Had a great time. P.S. The Christmas tree was a lovely touch! Thanks"
Natasha, Dane & Buddy the dog - Leicester - December 2009
"Enjoyed the beautiful snowy, scenery! Too much to do - too little time! Would definately return for a longer stay"
Lisa, Andy, Brady & Charlie - Balderton, Newark - December 2009
"Lovely cottage in a beautiful, tranquil location, beautiful walks and lovely pubs. (Church Inn - Chelmorton & Cock & Pullett - Sheldon recommended) We all "chilled out" in the cottage and experienced some beautiful walks....bliss!"
Iain, Ruth, Steve & Ness - Huddersfield - December 2009
"We liked this cottage so much that we have returned with our in-laws! Perfect break. We will be back again - many thanks"
Emma & Nick - Birmingham - November 2009
"A very restful break, muddy walks and a lovely log fire! We will be back. Thank you"
Sean & Suzanne Flower - Solihull - November 2009
"Lovely place, lovely cottage - thank you"
Beth Mullings, Paul & Abby Callaghan - Kent - November 2009
"Great cottage - very well decorated & equipped, with good space for toddler to run up and down in. The weather was wet and/or cold and windy all week, but we still enjoyed a few walks & the playground at Monyash. Would recommend The Royal Oak at Hurdlow, great food and a friendly welcome and a good starting point for walks on the High Peak trail (very easy walking with a pushchair)."
Mel & Chris - Barkham - Berkshire - November 2009
"Really enjoyed our stay - a perfect retreat for a relaxing break. Great to stay in such a clean, well equipped cottage. Thank you"
Sarah & Angela & Ted - Harrogate - November 2009
"Beautiful cottage, very warm in a great location. Had lovely walks over Monsal Head and Hathersage. Not recommend Castle Inn in Bakewell, dog friendly but very disappointing food. The walk recommended on the cottage website up to Taddington and round was a good; be aware of hidden cattle and concealed stiles. Thank you for a lovely quiet time"
Katie & Andy - London - November 2009
"Lovely time in a lovely cottage. We would recommend the small green book of walks if you don't know the routes as they were very easy to follow!"
Karen, Oliver & Henry - Maidstone - November 2009
"Thank you for everything you have done. We've had a wonderfully relaxing week in a fantastic cottage. The food in the Bull's Head in Monyash was especially good. We hope to be back."
Mr & Mrs Cutts - Brighouse - West Yorks - November 2009
Last minute quiet break for our honeymoon - everything we wanted was right here. Bessie has loved every minute especially sleeping in front of the warm log fire! Beautiful cottage and brilliant views. "Perfect""
Clare, Rowly and Millie - October 2009
"Gorgeous cottage - very clean and cosy. Very handy having a washing machine with a 2 year old! Derbyshire is stunning, will certainly be back!"
Pete & Abi - Tonbridge - Kent - October 2009
"We had a great time, the cottage was fantastic, far too much to squeeze in so I'm sure we'll be back"
Claire and Derek Godfrey - Brighton - October 2009
"A fabulous cottage, in a fabulous location for all our favourite walks (Lathkill Dale, Monsal Dale, Dovedale and Chatsworth Park). A wonderful retreat to recharge our batteries. Merlin, our 6 month old Dachshund, enjoyed his first visit to Derbyshire. We'll definitely be back!"
The Ivory's - Bedfordshire - October 2009
"Our second visit to this lovely cottage and we were not disappointed. A wonderful private retreat to celebrate our 10th Wedding anniversary away from ours dogs & children in peace and quiet! Much to see locally on the doorstep we may well return again!"
Tom & Jenny Pendrill - September 2009
"Beautiful scenery & lovely cottage had a wonderful week packed with stunning walks. Highly recommended!"
Simon & Lucy Wood - West Sussex - September 2009
"A perfect peaceful break. Thank you"
Peter & Diane Bissmire - Mid Glamorgan - September 2009
"Excellent accommodation, a good centre for exploring the peaks"
Dave & Marie Hornblow - Reading - September 2009
"Perhaps the best cottage we have rented. Superb surroundings and very peaceful and relaxing, highly recommended!"
The Wilson family - Rugby - September2009
"It was lovely to come back and enjoy a 2nd fabulous week here. Enjoyed Chatsworth (especially the adventure playground), Haddon Hall, Bakewell and the playground in Monyash too. The dogs have had a fabulous time too! Hopefully we'll be back next year!"
The Duke family - Tyne & Wear - August 2009
"We have had a brilliant week in a lovely cottage. 1st trip to The Peak District - definitely coming back! Thank you"
Jonathan, Sally, Sam & Leo Weller - Chingford - August 2009
"Wonderful time had by all, lovely cottage with lovely views. Enjoyed walks to Monyash, Dovedale and Monsal trail. Sam & Leo enjoyed the farm at Chatsworth and have been talking to the cows all week!"
The McHugh family - Hertfordshire - August 2009
"Great cottage, lovely views, a great week had by all!! The children loved the chickens. Chatsworth House and gardens wonderful. Weather mostly good as well!"
Mary, Roger & Hils - Kent - August 2009
"Wonderful scenery, lovely pubs. Great walking area. Cottage really nice with great facilities. Ice cream cafe at Monyash recommended"
Mike, Sue, Rose, Sam and Toby - Kent - August 2009
"Really enjoyed the area and your cottage - just what we needed. I'm sure we'll be back"
The Lewis family - Norwich - August 2009
"Lovely cottage in a lovely part of the world. Great walks particularly at Monsal Dale and Lathkill Dale. Bakewell a real treat. Good pub meals at Bulls Head in Monyash and Church Inn Chelmorton. Cafe in Monyash good after a long walk in the afternoon."
Dave, Wendy, James, Ian and dogs - Edinburgh - July 2009
"Very relaxing, comfortable and warm welcome in this superb location. Great walks and wild swinging at Go-Ape for James' 10th birthday. Thanks!
David, Maureen, James & Cameron - Norfolk - July 2009
"OK Wetest week of the summer, (so far!). Had our waterproofs and found plenty to do, thankfully a warm cosy cottage to come back to. Good food at the Bulls Head Monyash. Good break thanks"
Steve, Alison, Thomas and Charlie - Northants - July 2009
"Lovely conversion, views lovely, very impressive. Great holiday lets and excellent walks"
Paul, Caroline, Jessica and Emily - Livingston - July 2009
"We have had a fabulous 5 days - much needed break in a comfortable and cosy cottage. Lots to see and do, will need to come backto do the things we didn't have time for. Thank you to Marian, Martin & Russell for making us feel welcome, we will definately come back and recommend you to anyone looking for a superb cottage in a lovely setting"
Lynne & James O'Shaughnessy - Swindon - July 2009
"Very relaxing few days - lovely views and very comfortable. Would recommend the Plough at Hathersage for food."
Sarah, Craig & Lily - Wales - June 2009
"Fantastic base, lovely views. Dovedale walk through valley recommended. Will be back to try the pub walks!"
Pam & Mick Warren - Nottingham - June 2009
"Lovely cottage, great views and good weather, what more could you want on a break"
John & Alison Grundy - Oxfordshire - June 2009
"Lovely cottage, very relaxing, wonderful walks to Sheldon & Monyash across the fields. Good Indian take away from the Taj Mahal in Buxton. All in all a wonderful weekend break"
Hans, Rosemarie, Rob, Victoria & Penelope(6 weeks) - Surrey - June 2009
"Lovely accommodation, ideal for what we wanted to do- really enjoyed the well dressings."
Jean, Daniella & Margaret - Leeds, Leicester and Perth (Australia) - June 2009
"Lovely Cottage, magnificent views, relaxed and welcoming. Came in the rain, went home in the sun. Thank you!"
Angela & Paul - Norfolk - June 2009
"Very comfortable stay, lovely accommodation, views great. Dad really enjoyed himself, hope to be back"
Ruth & Iain Colquhoun - West Yorkshire - June 2009
"Had a lovely time, pretty good weather and total relaxation in a cosy cottage. Lovely walks in Over Haddon & Monsal Head and Carsington Water is smashing too!"
Elfyn & Rhian Hughes - Wrexham - May 2009
"A delightful cottage in beautiful surroundings. Immaculate, cosy and welcoming! We've had a lovely relaxing break and will definately be back!"
Alec, Pippa & Ruth Gawley - Twickenham - May 2009
"A beautiful cottage in a lovely location - we really enjoyed our stay here. Ruthie particularly enjoyed the warm rooms and we had our first week of unbroken nights since her birth - thankyou!! Lovely walking over the fields to pubs in Taddington, Chelmorton and Sheldon, also nice pubs in Over Haddon & Birchover."
Jaeda, Martin, Zosi & Clover - Birmingham - May 2009
"Perfect weekend in a beautifully equipped cottage. Fantastic family friendly walking at Dovedale and lots of easy cycling to be had! Hope to return soon"
Sarah & Harvey - South Manchester - April 2009
"Perfect cottage with everything we needed. Location is fantastic - we walked to Monyash, Deepdale and also to Bakewell which is a great walk (about 7 miles each way). The weather was kind to us and all in all the weekend has been first class. Will definately return for longer as there's loads more we want to see. Thanks."
Jill, George, Jack, Amy, Emma & Alfie the springer - Brackley - April 2009
"Back here for the second time. Fantastic holiday cottage, perfectly situated in a beautiful area. Gastronomic highlight - The Plough at Hathersage, stunning walks at Stanage Edge, Dovedale & Lud's church. Have done masses in 5 days but still so much more to explore - back for 7 days next time! Thank you.
Becky, Ross, Hannah & Matthew - Taunton - April 2009
"Lovely cottage, walks around the area are great even though tiring! Recommend Dovedale & Speedwell Cavern! Thank you; hope to come again!"
Nancy Hinchliffe & Lawrence Ivory - Manchester - April 2009
"Lovely cottage - nicely kitted out - very relaxing especially with the fire going but a bit on the warm side! Had one fantastic sunny day and walked over the tops to Chelmorton (Church Inn - great sun terrace and a very friendly landlord) and back via Flagg (tea rooms shut and couldn't find the pub!!) (doesn't exist anymore - ed). Monsal Head - fantastic food - better than your average pub grub. Worth the drive. Never been to the Peaks before - very very pretty!"
Ray & Margaret Vincent - Crowthorne - April 2009
"Great location ; lots of lovely walks nearby - subject to weather. Cottage fine and real home from home, especially including the small items many holiday homes (&visitors) forget!"
The Shaw's - Cambridge - April 2009
"Lovely stay - so peaceful and quiet. Listened to birds and lambs and saw stars for the first time in years! Visited Buxton and did walk from Parsley Hay & part of Monsal trail. Many thanks"
Jill, Rob, Nat & James - Cannock & Beverley - March 2009
"Lovely cottage, beautiful location, excellent break"
Vicki, Brad, Luke & Bailey the dog - Liverpool - February 2009
"Lovely long weekend break. Cold but beautiful snow surrounding us! With a log fire, plenty of wine and wonderful organic produce to eat - just perfect. Lovely cottage, very cosy and welcoming and very helpful friendly hosts too. Our dog loved the walks particularly and our son loved lazing around the house. V relaxing, thank you!"
Brian, Hannah & Olivia Bacon - Surrey - February 2009
"A well needed break in a beautiful location. The cottage is cosy and had everthing we needed. Great for our dog Max and our little girl to enjoy their time away - thank you!"
Steve & Jo Brooker - Binfield - January 2009
"Fantastic cottage, loads of lovely walks - Padley Gorge, Mam Tor, Kinder Scout (weather permitting)! Thanks for helping making it a lovely week. Hope to make a return visit"
Lee & Andrea - Birmingham - January 2009
"Lovely cottage and everything it says in the brochure. Great walks, local pubs and you must try the Bakewell Tart. Would recommend this cottage to anyone wishing to have a superb relaxing break. Thank you to Martin & Marian"
Debbie & Pete - Chandlers Ford - December 2008
"Lovely break, everything you could wish for here - even the snow!"
Andrew & Jill Hempsall & Archie the dog - Netherseal - December 2008
"We've had a peaceful week, fabulous setting + very cosy, comfortable barn. If you don't know the Peak District, use the books - they're very useful. Good walks - Monsal Dale, Dovedale, Curbar Edge - even in - 6 degrees C! Thank you Martin & Marian for a lovely week, you're great hosts."
G.Foley & T Barrow - Bedfordshire - November 2008
Cottage beautiful. Fabulous food at The White Lion - Great Longstone + great coffee at the cafe in Monyash. Despite weather did some fun walks and will definately be back. Thank you! Vist the Brierlow Bar bookstore its amazing and they have wonderful discounts!
The Mitchell family - Huddersfield - November 2008
"Lovely holiday house, very well equipped and peaceful location. We've had a wonderful weekend and only wish we could stay longer. Thank you"
Ann & Anthony Gladstone & Celia Fry - Oxford - November 2008
"Very comfortable & warm. Good walks in Lathkill Dale & Curbar Edge and wander around Bakewell. Back soon."
Kate & Ian Smith - Nottingham - October 2008
"What a wonderful weekend! Absolutely amazing place, accommodation, views and atmosphere. Could not of asked for anything more. The sunrise this morning was awesome. Superb for dogs and walking. A true treasure. Thank you so much."
