Guests say
The Homestead is a beautifully modernised yet characterful cottage, praised for its warmth, cleanliness, and comfort. Guests consistently highlight the peaceful rural setting, excellent walking opportunities, and proximity to Buxton and the Peak District. The property is well-equipped, with comfortable beds and a cosy atmosphere, making it ideal for families and groups. The owners are frequently described as friendly and helpful. While the village is quiet and amenities require a short drive, guests found this added to the charm and tranquillity of their stay.
Multiple reviews describe the cottage as spotlessly clean and immaculately maintained, with no negative comments regarding cleanliness.
Guests appreciate the peaceful, scenic location with walks from the door and easy access to Buxton and the Peak District. Some mention the rural setting and distance to shops and restaurants, but most see this as a positive.
The cottage is repeatedly described as warm, cosy, and comfortable, with particular praise for the beds and living areas.
Reviews highlight a well-equipped kitchen, good WiFi, and modern amenities, with no significant issues reported. The property is described as tastefully modernised while retaining original charm.
Guests mention the owners as friendly and helpful, and the cottage as welcoming. While no specific gifts are referenced, the attentive hosting is noted. Please note that gifts are not guaranteed.
About this property
A cosy cottage located in this quiet village, surrounded by the Staffordshire landscape..
Ground Floor:
Living room: Smart TV, Electric Fire
Kitchen: Breakfast Area, Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Attachment, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: ¾ Double (4ft) Bed
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. The Homestead has been beautifully renovated by its owners to an exceptional standard. Upon arrival, you’ll find ample parking for two vehicles on the private driveway so you can easily unload your belongings into the welcoming porch. The ground floor features a well-equipped kitchen and dining area with an electric hob and oven, microwave, fridge, and dining table. The cosy living area offers a relaxing atmosphere with comfortable sofas, a TV, and an electric wood-burner effect fire. Also, on the ground floor is one of the property’s bathrooms, complete with a bath and shower attachment. Upstairs, you’ll find three bedrooms: two doubles and one with a 4ft bed, along with a modern shower room. Outside, enjoy the rear lawned area and the front lawned/patio/cottage garden, perfect for savouring a morning coffee in the peaceful surroundings of this quiet village.
Hollinsclough is nestled at the top of the Dove Valley, to the west of Chrome Hill, also known as the "Dragon’s Back" due to its distinctive peaks. There are breathtaking circular walks around Chrome Hill and Park House, with many more to explore in the Peak District, including The Roaches, Tittesworth Reservoir, Dovedale, and Manifold Valley. For cycling enthusiasts, trails such as the High Peak, Tissington, and Monsal offer scenic routes. For painters and artists the cottage has beautiful scenery within a very short walk, or if buildings are your interest the villiage has several nice locations.
Hollinsclough also has a tearoom in the Chapel Tea Rooms which serves delicious food and cakes at the weekends during the summer and autumn months. Longnor which is a five minute drive away has a Fish & chip shop and public house as well as a well stocked local shop and a cafe. For those seeking variety, there are numerous local attractions beyond the walking trails.
Chatsworth House is just 15 miles away, Peak Wildlife Centre with its Polar bears is about 14 miles away with Alton Towers theme park a little further at 17 miles, also Castleton, home to the famous Blue John Caves, is only 16 miles away. Nearby towns like Buxton (7 miles), Bakewell (11 miles), and Matlock Bath (20 miles) offer plenty to explore. For dining out, consider visiting the Three Horseshoes at Blackshaw Moor or the Royal Oak at Hurdlow, or explore the diverse selection of restaurants in Buxton, ranging from traditional country pubs to Spanish tapas and Italian cuisine.
Free WiFi
Reviews (11)
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Confirmed Guest
A very clean and cosy cottage set in lovely countryside.We had a relaxing break with some local walks.
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Rebecca I
Perfect in every way: warm, well furnished and pretty
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Sophie
We loved staying at the Homestead for a long weekend. The cottage was immaculately clean, full of character and nice and warm. Lovely setting in amongst the hills of the Peak District. Thank you Wendy for being a kind and helpful host.