Big Cottages & Group Accommodation in Tideswell

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• Catherine - Verified booking

  Overall we loved the house, the quirky layout is great and worked really well for us.

  Everywhere is really comfortable it's clearly been thought through with furniture choices, it's very well equipped for self catering and the decor is lovely with lots of great features and very tasteful choices. The location is easy to find and perfect for exploring the glorious surrounding area. However, there were two major issues that mean unfortunately we have to mark the stay down. We brought our dogs with us and upon arrival we checked the upstairs garden to make sure it was safe for them to be in. It all seemed fine and we let them into the garden for a little stretch after the journey. One of them leapt over the part of the wall just after the decking on the right hand side. She was on the roof above the driveway and, as it was raining, she slipped and fell from height onto the neighbours drive. Luckily, she is a young dog and thankfully was ok, but this is a very dangerous area of the garden. The makeshift fence is not sufficient and we would like to recommend that this issue is addressed for future visitors as it’s potentially dangerous, particularly if a child was in the same situation, they might not be as lucky. The other major issue was that we struggled continuously unlocking the front door from the inside. This needs to be looked at as it is potentially a very significant fire hazard as the only main route out of the house. My elderly mother couldn't manage it all and we had to leave it unlocked most of the time when we were inside. This door also prevented us from reaching what we thought was a dead or seriously injured dog in good time as we couldn’t get to her following her fall. Due to the delay in reaching her she panicked and ran into the road, thankfully luck was again our side with the through traffic meaning she was scared but uninjured. These are not cosmetic or superficial issues, they are health and safety issues we must insist are taken very seriously and attended to with urgency.

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• Karen - Verified booking

  From the moment we stepped through the door we knew we were going to have a wonderful holiday.

  Beautifully furnished , comfortable beds. and sofas. We even had the option of fresh bedding and towels for the second week. Having the choice was great as form an eco point of view people can choose what is required and not wash things unnecessarily. The kitchen was fabulous and very well equipped. There was also a basket of welcome goodies for us and wine biscuits Bakewell tart and fresh bread and milk. There was plenty of literature about the local area including guide books and walks. There were even 3 brand new standing fans which were very welcome as we arrived during the heatwave. Although there is no private parking this was not a problem at all as we could always find a space. Andrew checked in on us via text to make sure we were comfortable too which was a really nice gesture. There was no washing machine which would have been useful but we were aware of this when we booked so came prepared, but apparently there will be one soon. (Certainly not a deal breaker.) Apart from the cottage being superb, the village of Tideswell couldn't be faulted. Cafes, pubs, Coop, chemist, greengrocers, butchers and fish & chip shop. Also close to Buxton with lovely walks and bike rides from your doorstep, and everywhere seemed very dog friendly. The Star inn which is opposite had to be our favourite. We had a warm welcome the food was superb with freshly cooked and the quiz nights were a lot of fun. A superb holiday in top rate accommodation in an awesome location.

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• Donna - Verified booking

  I cannot fault this lovely cosy cottage, has so many home comforts and so welcoming.

  Perfect for dogs, great enclosed outdoor garden and can sit out on raised garden in 2 areas. Kitchen Aga is fab experience hearing the whistling kettle, making toast, trying the ovens a must. Lovely welcome touches for both us and dog, so much provided when we opened fridge nice surprises and lovely cake on a stand waiting, tea coffee sugar, all your washing up liquid and dishwasher tablets all there in abundance ! Not many cottages are so well equipped. Plenty cosy space and chairs to relax both downstairs in kitchen and dining area and also upstairs in lounge. Showers are great powerful proper showers ! Even dog has his own shower outside with warm water !! Beds so good and comfy and bedding duvets and pillows and towels really good quality and perfect. Everything has been done to make the cottage like home cosy comfortable and of great quality. Great pubs and restaurants in Tideswell and even slightly out. Recommend the Star, Sals Italian, Anglers Rest nearby. Loads great walks in area Parking was never an issue …majority of time we were right outside and had 2 cars and if not there is plenty space along the road and also a free car park in the market square right next to the cottage. This is a really quaint quirky place to spend your holiday and highly recommend. The owner has written a welcome book with loads useful info eg how to use the Aga etc and you can tell just from reading it when you arrive how welcome you are

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• Rekha - Verified booking

  We booked this accommodation for 4 adults, 2 teens and 2 dogs.

  Amazing accommodation in a perfect location. We chose this place because it is in a great location for walks, dog friendly, very modern, spacious and near local amenities. It was fantastic! The house is cosy and modern with great facilities and is warm as well. The kitchen is fully equipped for those who would like to cook, there is a lovely AGA and BBQ available for your use and there are plenty of great serving dishes, glasses, pots, pan, they have thought of everything in detail. The bedrooms were spacious, clean and decorated to a high standard. The lounge and dining area gave us ample space to relax after a long walk. We even found a brand new pack of playing cards. The back patio area is a great place to sit and watch the world go by. The dog shower was great for little muddy paws. Perfect walking options from the accommodation. There is a well equipped supermarket a few minutes walk away, dog friendly pubs, few chippies. Parking wasn't an issue despite we were there over the Jubilee weekend. Andrew is a great host and very accommodating. The welcome park was much appreciated especially the Prosecco and doggy treats and Bakewell tart... well everything! The information provided was just perfect. We would recommend this place to anyone wanting a stylish place to stay with top quality furnishings. We would definitely book again. Thank you for sharing your beautiful accommodation.

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• Catherine - Verified booking

  We are just back from a wonderful holiday at Billy Whiskey's.

  Obviously Derbyshire is a great place for a walking holiday, but Tideswell is a super place to access all it has to offer. It's super friendly and has a variety of proper shops and cafes, along with a well stocked Co-op. The cottage itself is perfect. It manages to combine history and character with modern expectations. We were a mixed aged party of 6 and everyone felt there was ample space to either come together or have a bit of peace and quiet. I thought the kitchen sofa, next to the window and pavement, might feel a bit exposed, but in reality it is a lovely place to sit to watch the world go by. The kitchen is equipped to the standard you might expect at home. Lots of different sized, good quality pans, serving dishes, utensils etc. It was great fun getting to grips with the Aga and lovely sitting around the farmhouse dining table in the evenings. We didn't eat out, but there are at least six different options within easy walking distance if you want to. The owners have got everything right. I wholeheartedly recommend Billy Whiskey's.

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