Martha's Cottage

About this property

Overlooking the Brownhill Reservoir, on the outskirts of the charming village of Holmbridge, is the Victorian terrace, Martha's Cottage. This heart-warming retreat enjoys a wonderful blend of character and contemporary, and is ideally placed for walking upon the Peak District National Park and exploring the delights of Huddersfield and Leeds with your loved ones. Upon entering the property, you are immediately welcomed into the sitting room, where two plush sofas rest on the striking red rug in front of the warming gas fire, ensuring a tranquil space to curl up during a chilly winter evening. The charm of the property is continued into the dining room which houses a feature fireplace and a well-presented dining table, where you can enjoy home-cooked meals with all of the family. Beyond here is the well-equipped kitchen, where the Range cooker takes centre stage before all of the other quality appliances you will need to cater your own evening meals during a week-long stay. To the outside, you can choose to dine alfresco upon the rear patio area or soak up the tranquil view of the Brownhill Reservoir from the front patio area, with a deserved glass of wine in hand. As the evening draws to a close, venture up the staircase to retire to one of the elegantly-styled bedrooms, each boasting ample storage and space. Offering a flexible sleeping arrangement, you can choose between single bedroom and a double bedroom, or head to the second-floor, where you will find a king-size bed and double Velux windows which provides natural light and superb views of the surroundings. If you can tear yourself away from this delightful spot, a short walk will bring you into the centre of Holmbridge, where you will find two pubs, a shop and a vineyard which offers tours, tasting and great food. For a larger selection of amenities, venture to town of Holmfirth which also houses the infamous music venue, The Picturedrome. For those feeling active, explore miles of walks upon the Peak District National Park, where you will discover a magnitude breath-taking scenic views during your walk. Martha's Cottage is a superb base for a refreshing getaway with your loved ones.

The small village of Holmbridge is situated just 1.5 miles from the traditional Pennine market town of Holmfirth, within the beautiful Holme Valley. The village has two pubs, a cricket club, a convenience store, a church and its own vineyard which offers tours, tasting and great food. In 2014 the Tour de France passed through the village and the challenging climb of Holme Moss is nearby. Close by, the town of Holmfirth has old stone cottages, winding streets, parks, shops, bars, restaurants and the infamous music venue, The Picturedrome. The Holme Valley hosts a number of festivals throughout the year including the now famous Festival of Folk (May), The Arts Festival (June) Food and Drink festival (September) and a great Music Festival (October). These main festivals run alongside and with other smaller festivals and weekends, such as the Film Festival, The Macmillan Art Exhibition, the Christmas markets, The Scarecrow Festival and, of course, the big cycle race ‘Le Tour De Yorkshire’, this is a wonderfully cultural place to visit. The town was made famous as the setting for the long-running comedy series Last of the Summer Wine. The nearby Colne Valley is home to fictional Skelthwaite from the Where the Heart Is series and, within reach, is the wonderful Peak District National Park – the setting for many picturesque and breathtaking scenic views. The town of Huddersfield and the bright lights of Manchester, Leeds and Sheffield are all within a short drive, making this an ideal base for exploring this exciting and exquisite area of Yorkshire.

Accommodation

Over three floors.

Three bedrooms: 1 x second-floor king-size, 1 x double, 1 x single bedroom (with zip/link trundle bed).

Bathroom with shower over bath, basin and WC.

Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.

Kitchen.

Sitting room with gas fire.

Dining room.
Gas central heating with gas fire.

Microwave, fridge/freezer, as hob, electric oven, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV and WiFi.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Off-road parking and secure bike storage.

Patio area with table and chairs, and rear patio area with table and chairs.

BBQ.

Sorry, no smoking allowed and pets.

Pub within 0.5 miles, shop within 0.9 miles