Big Cottages & Group Accommodation in Ashbourne

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• Stephen - Verified booking

  Arrived in the rain and it took us ten minutes to get the key pad to work but managed it eventually.

  An easier solution would have been welcome. Once inside the welcome pack of Prosecco, cakes, bread, milk all very much appreciated as was the Happy birthday banner and the Fresh Flowers. Well equipped kitchen including a chair for a youngster, tea bags, coffee, washing up liquid etc. A Cheese knife and more pint glasses would help as would a washing machine, particularly if staying for a week. Very comfortable lounge with a large log burner. Great supply of games and DVD’s as well as a large TV. The downstairs bedroom would benefit from a wardrobe, it’s designed for two adults but nowhere to hang clothes. Maybe a wardrobe in place of the bookshelf. A working radiator would have been nice, the electric heater was ok but not very effective. The upstairs bedrooms were very nice with comfortable beds, great views and the main bedroom had a fantastic walk in wardrobe. The main bathroom was very well equipped with a great shower although one of the light bulbs in the shower cubicle was not working. Lovely views and there appeared to be a great garden area but not for us in November! Met the owner on arrival and was very welcoming. Good location for accessing Peak District attractions and walks and nice pub in the village. Overall, a convenient, well equipped, warm, cottage ideal for a short break and family celebration.

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• Francis - Verified booking

  LITTLE GEM The property and furnishings are to a high standard.

  The welcome pack was lovely and is the best we have had so far, especially the cakes. The bedrooms are large and airy, the beds were very comfortable. Unfortunately, here was only one shower room, which was quite large and pleasant. The shower is a wet room design with no shortage of warm water and high pressure, we found there were no issues for the single shower room for four guests. The kitchen had all the appliances and utensils you would require for in-house cooking, with the welcome addition of a coffee machine with pods. The under floor heating was very good and we found that there was no requirement for any adjustment. The TV had all the usual streaming services that you would need. Outside, the gardens are just lovely and you are welcome to walk through and enjoy the beauty for the landscape. Patio furniture with two sunbeds are provided and the gated driveway is very private with space for several cars. However the stars of this experience are the hosts Dom and Annie, they made us very welcome and nothing was a problem. very helpful with information on days out and local restaurants and pubs. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Ladycroft and would highly recommend.

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• Jennifer - Verified booking

  The cottage was lovely.

  A peaceful, beautiful setting and close to various places - 20min to Matlock Bath, 30min to Alton Towers. It was exceptionally clean and the owner had provided all the essentials - dishwasher tablets, kitchen roll, washing up liquid etc. She had also, very kindly left a bottle of prosecco and home made cake - a lovely touch. Good blackout curtains in bedrooms, so great for kids. Upstairs double could however do with a floor to ceiling mirror on the wall. Highly recommend the The Cock Inn at Mugginton. 5 min drive, food excellent and lovely restaurant with reasonable prices. Only slight negative is the fact there is only one main bathroom (shower) which is upstairs and as far away as it could be from downstairs bedroom. Ok if staying with close family, but may be an issue if staying as a group of friends. With a re-jig, the cloakroom toilet and under stairs could be made into a small shower room, which would make the cottage more appealing. I would definitely stay again if requiring accommodation in the area.

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• Amanda - Verified booking

  I had a wonderful five days at Ladycroft Barn.

  It is very conveniently located close to Ashbourne, surrounded by the glorious countryside of the Derbyshire Dales. Carsington Water is a stones throw away, wonderful for walking whatever the weather. The barn is a home away from home. Very well equipped and decorated wonderfully! The outdoor space is just magical, surrounded by stunning gardens. Breakfast on the patio surrounded by the gardens and wildlife was Derbyshire at its very best! The property is wonderfully private, with a huge parking space just outside, secured behind private gates. The hosts Peter and Annie couldn‘t have been more welcoming, The extensive welcome pack of groceries was all the things you need to get started, which was very welcome after a long journey. Definitely the best I have received at any holiday let! It has been a joy to stay here and I look forward to coming back again soon!!

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• Karen - Verified booking

  "Have nothing in your house that you do not know to be useful or believe to be beautiful" William Morris.

  Well that would most certainly apply to Ladycroft Barn. The tasteful and thoughtfully renovated barn is an absolute haven and care has gone into every single aspect to ensure it is useful or beautiful (and mostly both). The grounds are outstanding and were a constant delight moseying around or simply admiring from the house. Cloudless nights provide extra sparkle as the secluded location equals limited light pollution. The barn is ideally situated for trips to Chatsworth, Wirksworth, Matlock, Tissington and so many other fabulous areas within Derbyshire. Just when you thought the property, could not be any more perfect, there is also the wonderfully welcoming hosts, Annie and Peter who clearly and rightly are proud of what they have achieved with the barn and are so happy to share the joys and peacefulness it has to offer. Twelve out of ten :-)

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