Guests say
Townfield Farm is a characterful and spacious cottage praised for its superb location, ideal for exploring the Peak District. Guests find the owners friendly and helpful, and the property offers wonderful views and a relaxing atmosphere. Some guests noted the cottage's charm and the well-equipped nature for a comfortable stay.
The property received mixed feedback on cleanliness. Positive remarks were overshadowed by reports of cobwebs, an uncleaned fireplace, and a dog fouling near the dining area. However, these issues seem isolated rather than systemic.
The location is highly praised for its beauty and convenience for visiting nearby towns and the Peak District. The views and accessibility to local attractions contribute to a high score.
Guests generally find the cottage comfortable, with ample space and a relaxing environment. However, some noted that the lounge furniture and beds could be updated for better comfort.
Facilities are adequate but several guests noted areas for improvement, including the lack of a tumble dryer, limited electrical sockets, weak Wi-Fi, and issues with heating control. The small oven and lack of pans for larger groups were also mentioned.
There is no mention of gifts or special thoughtful touches provided by the hosts in the reviews, so it is not possible to assess this category.
About this property
Spacious holiday accommodation with open fire and beams, Whaley Bridge is close by with walks to Bugsworth Basin..
Ground Floor:
Living room: TV, CD Player, Open Fire
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Ensuite: Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 4: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Shower, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen and towels included. Open fire in living room included (initial fuel included). Cot and high chair. Wi-fi available at £10 per week or short break.. Small lawned area with terrace and picnic table. Barbecue. Parking (3 cars). Please note: Although children are welcome, only one child under 5 years is allowed. This property has a security deposit of £50.. Nestling in the stunning scenery of Goyt Valley this wing of the owner’s farmhouse retains many of its original features and beams. This spacious holiday accommodation, situated on a working farm, is in an ideal place to explore this lovely area, and is also in a conservation area, with walks from the doorstep. It is 1 mile from Whaley Bridge where you can stroll along the tow path to the Buxworth Basin or take a narrow boat trip. Whaley Bridge also has a train station to help explore if you want to leave the car behind. You could spend a day in Manchester and take in a show for the evening. 6½ miles away is the famous spa town of Buxton which also boasts an opera house and Pavilion Gardens. Book a day in the Dome Spa to relax or travel a little further and visit Chatsworth House and its amazing gardens and estate. Medieval Haddon Hall and the old market town of Bakewell is a must and you can travel through Winnets Pass to the charming village of Castleton with its famous caves where the Blue John stone is mined. Take a tour by boat through these caves and learn about the history of the people and how they mined them. Matlock Bath and Alton Towers make great days out for families. There are plenty of activities to enjoy locally including inhouse clay pigeon shooting lessons (at cost, by arrangement with owner) and there is also golf and horse riding located within 5 miles of the property. Shops 1.5 miles, pub 500 yards.
Children must be supervised on site due to possible safety hazards.
No children under 5 years old.
There is a security deposit of £50 to be paid 2 weeks prior to arrival, please pay by BAC's directly to the owner.
Pets must be kept on a lead at all times.
Any customers taking pets must provide Inoculation Certificates on arrival. If you are taking a female unspeyed pet, please let the owners know if your pet is in season. The Owners have 2 Labradors. Please do not leave your pet unattended in the property. Any dog under 9 months old by arrangement only and must be put in a dog cage overnight. Please feel free to allow the dogs to roam the garden but please be considerate of livestock in adjoining fields.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Reviews (12)
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Corinne Henderson
We had a very comforable Christmas break. The house was beautifully decorated. Very fine walking too, to get rid of the overstuffed feeling!
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Confirmed Guest
A spacious house in a lovely location. Ideal for exploring the Peak District. The owners, who live in adjoining property were welcoming.A few things to note - not meant to be critical, but hopefully helpful.There is no tumble dryer as stated in details, and no plans to have one. Tricky when weather was wet and we were muddy!There are no shaver sockets - so take an adapter for electric toothbrushes! There isn’t an abundance of sockets as you won’t be suprised at in a property of this age. Wi- fi isn’t great which grandchildren found frustrating as they brought school work to do.There is only one small oven - we had to cook pizza in relays! But not a huge issue.Sitting room would benefit from a couple of floor lamps as a bit dark in places for reading.Heating is controlled by the owners from their property. The house isn’t the warmest of places, especially the kitchen. We had to ask for heating to be turned on ( at 6pm) a couple of times which felt very awkward! We bought logs to supplement the heating for the sitting room at a cost of nearly £40. Did help dry wet stuff though!The house is comfortable but dated, which we didn’t find an issue.
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Susan Palmer
Good little cottage. Owners live next door and are very helpful and friendly. Quite a steep drive onto the main road. Cottage very characterful. Good value for the money we paid.