Guests say
Downsdale Cottage in the Peak District & Derbyshire Dales is highly praised for its cleanliness, stunning location, and comfort. Guests appreciate the peaceful setting and the proximity to walking trails and towns like Buxton and Leek. The lack of Wi-Fi and mobile signal is noted, with some guests enjoying the disconnection, while others found it challenging. The cottage's charm and the owners' hospitality are frequently mentioned, making it a recommended stay for those seeking tranquility and natural beauty.
The cottage receives high marks for cleanliness, with multiple reviews mentioning it being 'spotless' and 'very clean'. This indicates a well-maintained property that guests find satisfactory in terms of hygiene.
The location is consistently described as beautiful and ideal for walks, with easy access to local attractions. The peaceful and remote setting is appreciated, although some guests noted difficulty with directions and the lack of mobile signal.
Guests find the cottage comfortable, noting the cosy atmosphere and home comforts. However, some mention that the lighting could be brighter and the shower flow is weak, which slightly affects the comfort score.
The facilities are generally well-received, with mentions of a well-equipped kitchen and heating system. Criticisms include issues with the shower, TV signal, and the absence of Wi-Fi, which impacts the score for some guests.
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. Therefore, the score is set to null.
About this property
Quarnford and Flash 1 mile.
A lovely barn conversion with wonderful views over the surrounding Staffordshire and Derbyshire countryside, next door to the owners' home, on a smallholding farm with hens and sheep, 1 mile from the pretty village of Flash, the highest village in Britain, and 7 miles from the historic spa town of Buxton. Full of charm, this Peak District cottage has been lovingly converted, with a well-equipped kitchen, comfortable bedrooms and a cosy sitting room with open fire. The enclosed Peak District cottage garden is a wonderful place to play and dine, and children will love the swing and slide. Enjoy beautiful walks through the surrounding footpaths, cycling on the nearby Manifold Trail, or a sightseeing tour of the Peak District National Park. Alternatively, test your nerve at thrilling Alton Towers! This Peak District cottage is an ideal base to get away from it all and enjoy a country break.
Quarnford is a village in the Staffordshire Moorlands district of the Peak District, between the towns of Buxton and Leek. Quarnford is also part of the village of Flash, which, at 1518 ft above sea level is the highest village in Britain. Quarnford and Flash are situated in some of the most unspoilt areas of the Peak District countryside. With an air of peace and tranquility, Quarnford and Flash are in a great location to enjoy the full extent of the Staffordshire Moorlands and the rest of the Peak District.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Fitted kitchen with dining area.
Sitting room with open fire and sofa bed.
Electric storage heating with open fire.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, TV with video, stereo, selection of books and games.
WiFi Included.
All fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot, highchair and stairgate.
Off road parking for 2 cars.
Enclosed garden with small lawn with swing and slide, patio area with furniture and fantastic countryside views.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 2 miles, pub 1 mile.
Nearby points of interest
- Thor's Cave
- Dovedale
- Alton Towers
Reviews (29)
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Andrew
Washing machine needs replacing. Provision of an information folder would be useful e.g. map of local walks from cottage. We would stay again.
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Gillian
The owner told us how to boost the hot water system but we kept forgetting to do it! The cottage was abit chilly when we arrived but the owner provided a plentiful supply of coal and kindling which meant the property soon warmed up and we could have a lovely coal fire each evening which made the cottage really cosy. It would be helpful to have a coffee table in the lounge as we had to put drinks etc on the floor. A few scatter cushions and throws would make the cottage even more cosy! It was a lovely cosy cottage, with lots of good walks on the door step. We didn't need to use the car. Loved the dark skies, meant we could spend an evening star gazing. Would stay again.
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Patrick
We had a great time at the cottage everything was as it said it was very clean and comfortable we will be coming back in December this year for my fathers birthday and we hope we will be able to book for 2 weeks itâs a very pleasant cottage and the owners are exceptional