Guests say
The Barn offers a spacious, well-equipped, and clean retreat ideal for families and groups, with beautiful countryside views and friendly, helpful hosts. Guests particularly enjoyed the peaceful location, proximity to local attractions, and opportunities for children to interact with farm animals. While the majority of feedback is highly positive, a few guests noted minor issues with mattresses, showers, and heating in certain areas. Overall, the property provides an excellent base for exploring the Peak District and is highly recommended for a relaxing getaway.
Cleanliness is consistently praised, with multiple guests describing the property as very clean and tidy. Only one or two minor comments mention dated decor, but not cleanliness itself.
The location is frequently highlighted as a major strength, with guests loving the peaceful countryside setting, beautiful views, and easy access to local attractions such as Alton Towers and walking trails.
Guests generally found the property comfortable and spacious, with warm and cosy communal areas. Some mentioned soft or lumpy mattresses and occasional heating issues in specific rooms, but these did not detract significantly from overall comfort.
The barn is described as very well equipped, especially the kitchen, with ample space and high-spec appliances. A few minor maintenance issues were noted, such as a sticky table, a faulty oven door, and a non-working radiator, but overall facilities are highly rated.
Hosts are repeatedly described as friendly, helpful, and accommodating, offering local recommendations and flexible check-in/out. While guests appreciated the warm welcome and helpfulness, no specific mention of gifts was made, so gifts cannot be guaranteed.
About this property
An ideal base for a family holiday located within a 10-minute drive from Alton Towers..
Ground Floor:
Living room: TV, DVD Player, CD Player
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
First Floor:
Galleried area: Single (3ft) Bed, (Accessed Via Bedroom 3)
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Bunk (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 3: Double (4ft 6in) Bed.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot and highchair. Welcome pack.. Private patio area with decking and furniture. Shared grounds. Barbecue. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking. NB: There are two unfenced water troughs in grounds.. Reached by a good farm road, this barn conversion is set in the valley of the River Hamps, amidst the Peak District National Park. It occupies a secluded position with wonderful views over the surrounding countryside. There is excellent walking from the door with numerous local footpaths. Froghall Wharf, Foxfield Steam Railway and Alton Towers are within a 10 minute drive, with Gladstone Pottery Museum and Waterworld a little further afield. Sudbury (NT), Chatsworth House and Haddon Hall are all within 17 miles. Harvey Gate Farm makes an ideal base for visiting all the attractions the Peak District has to offer. Shops 4 miles, pub 2 miles.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Free WiFi
Please Note: There is a security deposit of £25 poa
There is a water feature/pond on the grounds of this property.
Additional information FOR B6206 Property sleeps 6-10 people in 3 bedrooms. 3 double, 1 with additional sinlge and 1 with additional bunk bed. 1 single bed accessed via ladder on gallery area.
Important information
Wi-Fi available, however, this facility cannot be guaranteed to be available at all times due to the unpredictability of Service Providers.
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
There is open water in the property grounds.
Reviews (27)
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Ashley Wade
Perfect location & accommodation for our half term break. Children loved seeing/feeding the horses, we enjoyed a bbq one evening & kitchen ample sized & well equipped to allow the kids to cook for the adults on one evening, with a fair bit of adult assistance!Weather was on our side, plenty of outdoor activities for day/part/day trips, and some lovely pubs for a drink or dinner.
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Olivia
An overall really lovely stay. Very welcoming hosts, beautiful views and very peaceful. It was a great location to get to walks. Very roomy, lots of space for a large group. My only comment would be one of the bedrooms was overly hot, as we were informed the radiator could not be turned off. Overall I would rate 4.5 stars
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Confirmed Guest
Was perfect for a weekend at Alton towers for multiple families and lovely having horses outside the front door. The owner was very helpful. The best equipped kitchen I have ever stayed at and lovely bbq