Guests say
Kempshill Cottage in Buxton is highly praised for its cleanliness, comfort, and prime location for exploring the Peak District. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, and cosy atmosphere, with special mentions of the log burners and welcoming touches. While some noted the low beams and small TV, the overall sentiment is one of satisfaction and a desire to return.
Guests consistently commend the cottage for its exceptional cleanliness, with several reviews highlighting the property's tidiness and the sense of safety this provided, especially during the Covid19 pandemic.
The cottage's location is celebrated for its perfect setting in the Peak District, offering easy access to local amenities, pubs, and scenic walks. The quiet village setting and proximity to attractions like Buxton and Bakewell contribute to its high rating.
Reviewers frequently mention the comfortable beds and cosy feel of the cottage, with the log burners and central heating system ensuring a warm and inviting stay. The comfort of the living spaces is also noted, despite some comments about low beams.
The cottage is praised for its well-equipped kitchen and the provision of modern conveniences like a smart TV. However, some guests mentioned minor issues such as small TV size and the desire for more outside space, which slightly impacts the score.
Guests appreciate the thoughtful touches, such as the provision of a Christmas tree and welcome treats. While these gestures are warmly received, it is important to note that such personal touches, although delightful, are not guaranteed with every stay.
About this property
This detached property is situated in an elevated position on the edge of the delightful Peak District village of Tideswell. Featuring a mix of traditional and contemporary features, this cottage boasts stripped wooden floors and is perfect for a family holiday in a delightful Derbyshire village. As you enter through the front door, you will discover a rustic dining room on your left featuring a warming woodburning stove. From here, you walk through to a well-equipped modern kitchen with a door to the southwest facing terrace, plus there is a beautifully appointed shower room. On the other side of the front door is a very comfortable sitting room with a stone fireplace and another woodburning stove, ideal to keep you warm whatever the weather is doing outside. Head up the narrow stairs to find three lovely bedrooms, one with a beamed ceiling, and also the family bathroom. Outside the cottage is a small decked area for a morning coffee, whilst just a short stroll will bring you to the centre of Tideswell with a selection of shops and cafes. Set in the centre of the Peak District National Park, Tideswell is a superb base for discovering fabulous walking and mountain bike trails. Short drives will bring you to the popular towns of Buxton and Bakewell, or you may wish to spend a day at Chatsworth House or Haddon Hall. An ideal cottage for a family holiday at any time of the year.
The village of Tideswell stands in the heart of the Peak District National Park. Famous for its fine church dedicated to St John the Baptist, known as "The Cathedral of the Peak", the village is also noted for its well dressing and carnival wakes. There is excellent walking with rugged peaks to the north, gentle hills and dales to the south and Millers Dale just outside the village. Mam Tor and Castleton are only a few miles away and the popular Spa town of Buxton is within a 15 minute drive.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size double, 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Ground floor shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Utility.
Dining room with woodburning stove.
Sitting room with woodburning stove.
Gas central heating with woodburning stoves.
Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs.
Fuel, power and starter pack for stoves included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot, highchair and stairgate.
Roadside parking outside property.
Secure bike storage.
Small decked area.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 5 mins walk.
Note: Front door opens directly on to street, children to be supervised.
Note: Low head height on stairs, low doors to master bedroom and front door and sloping ceilings in bedrooms, care to be taken.
Note: lawned area not accessible for this property.
Please Note: Property can't accept bookings which start or end on a Sunday.
Nearby points of interest
- Ladybower Reservoir
- Lumsdale Valley
- Thor's Cave
- Gulliver's Kingdom Matlock
Reviews (57)
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Susan
We had a brilliant stay. Thank you.
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Alan
Property is spacious and well maintained. A little gloomy in dining room and maybe chairs and settees are coming to the end of there life ! Overall very good property and we enjoyed our stay.
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Angela
Everything you needed in the cottage, spacious and clean. Had a lovely week and we would definitely stay there again, and would highly recommend Kempshill Cottage. Thank you.