Guests say
Yew Tree Cottage is a spacious, well-equipped and cosy holiday home in a peaceful village setting, ideal for exploring the Peak District and surrounding countryside. Guests appreciate the comfortable beds, enclosed garden, and dog-friendly touches. The property offers a blend of character and modern amenities, with thoughtful extras provided by the hosts. While most guests found the cottage clean and welcoming, a few noted maintenance and cleanliness issues, as well as a challenging walk from the parking area. Overall, it is a popular choice for families and dog owners seeking a relaxing rural retreat.
Most guests found the cottage clean, tidy, and well-presented, with several describing it as spotless. However, a minority reported issues such as dead flies, dirty kitchen areas, and a neglected garden, which brought down the overall impression.
The location is widely praised for its tranquillity, proximity to walks, and easy access to local attractions and amenities. The uphill walk from the parking area is noted, but most guests found the setting ideal for exploring the region.
Guests consistently mention the cottage's comfort, with cosy lounges, comfortable beds, and a homely atmosphere. Some found the stairs steep and one bed too firm, but overall comfort levels are high.
The cottage is generally described as well-equipped, with good kitchen facilities, Sky TV, and thoughtful extras. However, recurring issues with water pressure, the washing machine, dishwasher, and some maintenance concerns were noted by several guests.
Many guests appreciated the welcome packs, dog treats, and other thoughtful touches provided by the hosts. Please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Tucked away in the countryside of Holymoorside, this quiet, a perfect base for walking, cycling and exploring the Peak District.. 2 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Smart TV, Sky, Woodburner
Kitchen/dining room: Breakfast Bar, Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Living room 2: Smart TV, Sky, Woodburner
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Toilet
Second Floor:
Bedroom 3: Kingsize (5ft) Bed.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Doggy extras. Front enclosed garden with patio and garden furniture. Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: Couples, families and holidaymakers bookings only.. Yew Tree Cottage is located in the quaint village of Holymoorside, one of the many hamlets in Chesterfield. It is home to two fantastic dog friendly pubs, one of which is owned by Peak Ales meaning it has fantastic local beers on offer, and the second pub now with 3 AA rosettes for culinary excellence under chef patron Mark Ainsthorpe who featured on the Great British Menu in 2022 and offers modern British cuisine using the best fresh grown and foraged food. There are ample walks directly from the door or a little further you can reach trails taking you to Linacre reservoir or beyond into the peak district. The locality is full of a number of peak district and Derbyshire towns, villages, pubs and tourist attractions including Chatsworth House which is only 6 miles away; Matlock; Matlock bath; Bakewell and Chesterfield.
As you arrive at Yew Tree Cottage you are greeted by a fantastic garden with stunning views over the village and the countryside, enter the cottage into the spacious, social space the kitchen offers, with breakfast bar, dining table, sofa and skylight windows with an unspoilt view of the sky, there is a snug just off from here with comfortable sofa, TV and log burner. Also on the ground floor is a shower room which has a handy storage area for boots and coats and the main living room offering comfortable seating, a large TV with Sky and a second wood burner. Up the stairs to the first floor is the family shower room, a double bedroom and also a twin bedroom with a walk-in wardrobe. On the second floor is the master bedroom with kingsize bed and amazing views. Pub ¼ mile. Shops 3 miles.
Free WiFi
Families or couples only.
Holidaymakers only.
Suitable for up to 3 pets
Reviews (26)
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Confirmed Guest
We have just returned home after our stay at Yew Tree Cottage, and I wanted to leave an honest review.Firstly, there are some lovely positives. The cottage is a great size with a well-equipped kitchen, very comfortable beds and Sky TV in both lounges, which was a lovely touch. We also really appreciated the dog-friendly extras, including the dog beds, water bowls and dog biscuits. The complimentary shampoo, conditioner and body wash were good quality too. There was a welcome basket, which was a nice gesture, although it felt a little minimal.Unfortunately, there were several issues that let the property down.The first impression wasn’t great. The parking area looked scruffy and unkempt, and the uphill walk to the cottage was difficult to find, with more grass than pathway. I can only imagine how difficult this would be in wet weather, as the path could become very slippery. It would also be challenging for anyone with a pushchair, mobility issues or lots of luggage.The garden also looked neglected and could do with some attention.Cleanliness was disappointing. There were large numbers of dead flies on the floors, tables and kitchen worktops when we arrived. The kitchen sink area was dirty around the draining board and washing-up bowl, and the silicone behind the sink was mouldy and peeling away. We also found dead ants in the sugar bowl, and the kitchen bin was dirty at the bottom and smelled so unpleasant that we had to bleach it before using it.There were also some maintenance issues that need addressing urgently. The bathroom sink was loose and nearly came away when leaned on, the overhead shower in the main bathroom wasn’t usable, and most concerning of all, the handrail on the stairs to the top floor came away while being used, creating a genuine safety risk.Finally, we found the gentleman who came to speak to us regarding my son-in-law’s car to be quite rude, which left us feeling uncomfortable.Overall, the cottage has a lot of potential and some really thoughtful touches, particularly for dog owners, but the cleanliness, maintenance and first impressions need significant improvement. Addressing these issues would make a huge difference to future guests’ experience.
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Confirmed Guest
A particularly nice cottage with everything needed for a very pleasant stay. Couldn't fault anything.The fresh bread, eggs, bakewells and biscuits added a very thoughtful touch.
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Andrew Bremner
A lovely holiday cottage with a genuine homely feel about it.