No. 1 Parsonage Croft

Rating
Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 3
Pets No

Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Smoke-free
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities

* Based on a combined average customer score over the last 3 months

14 Customer Review(s)

“We all felt the house was not to the expected quality for the price we paid.”

There were a lot of shabby items like the sofa's in the lounge, broken chair in the dining room, poorly wired lights, the oldest clankiest dishwasher we'd ever seen, broken cafatier, bathroom light not working, dusty and numerous spiders around. We felt overall this made the rental poor. The location was great although parking very tricky and could only fit one car there.

There were a lot of shabby items like the sofa's in the lounge, broken chair in the dining room, poorly wired lights, the oldest clankiest dishwasher we'd ever seen, broken cafatier, bathroom light not working, dusty and numerous spiders around. We felt overall this made the rental poor. The location was great although parking very tricky and could only fit one car there. Communication with the owner was fine and he graciously allowed us to extend the check out time which we appreciated.

- Ms Allen, November 2019
“This is a spacious and characterful house in a lovely part of the Derbyshire countryside, within a short (but steep) walk from the town centre of delightful Bakewell.”

We all had a lovely week meeting up as old friends for relaxing, sightseeing and walking. Would highly recommend this house.

- Mrs Alden, September 2019
“1 Parsonage Croft is a superb old house with sympathetic decor and furniture that makes for a comfortable ambience.”

Bathroom, kitchen facilities and WiFi are up to date. The guide to the property was accurate and detailed and helped us to find extra parking for cars unable to fit in the restricted parking at the house. A personal call from Marco the owner before our visit was helpful and much appreciated. A very enjoyable break.

- Mrs Dalgleish, September 2019
“Beautiful house.”

Lots of character and old world charm. Warm, cosy and comfortable with a picturesque garden. Great views over Bakewell. The road up to the parsonage is very tight and steep and parking is restricted so visitors should use the smallest vehicles available to them (Vans or Chelsea tractors not really appropriate). Two doubles and two twins so plenty of room for 8 people. If you book it you wont be disappointed.

- Mr Kirk, September 2019
“"Additional free off road parking nearby".”

If you can find a space on a nearby road there is the possibility of parking your third car from 6pm to 10am, otherwise you can park on a country lane which is accessed by taking a 5 minute walk over a meadow and climbing a stepped wall. If you are planning to walk into Bakewell then be sure you are capable of making the return 500m of steep ascent from the town centre. If you have a big car you could have problems with the narrow walled access road and parking at 1 Parsonage Croft. Check dimensions with the owner. The instructions for TV use and re-boot didn't work but we found an alternative source for receiving mainstream live TV only. Sink taps in two of the shower rooms are stiff to operate and will soak you if you don't stand aside, and the dishwasher had a broken tray guide. For ourselves, we were prepared for any eventuality and had a pleasant family holiday week at 1 Parsonage Croft.

- Mr Holmes, May 2019
“Great location on the edge of Bakewell.”

Spacious Edwardian cottage with sunny garden. The piano in the dining room really sets this cottage apart, our daughter loved practicing.

- Dr Osman, April 2019
“The house at parsonage croft is lovely.”

The house is well located in Bakewell giving good and easy access to the shops, pubs & cafes. The equipment in the house was old and not working well. The dishwasher did not work properly with only items placed in the top basket being cleaned. The spray arm on the lower basket was not able to rotate and so the items were not cleaned. The TV's were very old and we struggled to use the 3 remote controls necessary to get the TV to operate. The tv channels were limited to Freeview only. The TV was not a smart TV and did not give any access to Netflix etc. The ladies in our party found the beds very uncomfortable. The mattresses were clearly quite old. We felt disappointed with our stay which was a shame.

- Mr Baskerville, March 2019

Many thanks for your feedback, we have fed your comments back to the owner in order to maintain our property standards. Your views are as valued as your initial booking so that we can keep providing the best UK holiday experience. If you feel that you'd like to discuss your points further, please don't hesitate to call on the details below. 01244 345 700 option 3, option 3. Our lines are open 7 days a week from 9am until 7pm. Sykes owner relations
“We didn’t realise the hill that the property was on.”

Parking we knew was tight. The wood supply was inadequate for a weekend stay in November.Carrying wood back to the house or even from a shop to a parked car is not an easy task !,All the guests were over 60 to over70. We found this mean for the price of the accommodation. Also, the so called bath towels were very very small. Both of these inadequacies means we won’t book again here..These particular small improvements would have made a far more comfortable holiday.

- Mr Grayson, November 2018
“We thought the house was beautiful with spectacular views and period features but there were a couple of areas where cleanliness could be improved .”

The area around the bottom of the kitchen radiator was very dusty , probably because the magazine rack had not been moved and unfortunately we moved it and some skirting boards needed cleaning , I didnt like seeing the bottom of the metal drainer by the sink as it was unsightly when wet but that was just a personal thing . Parking was awkward , my husband thought we couldnt have parked our VW Toureg on the drive anyway so we parked by the field , which is a lovely walk in itself so we didnt mind and my mums smaller car parked on the drive , neither car would go in the garage . However is it not possible to have a parking permit for guests ? Also it would be useful to have a hook on the door of the main bathroom and care is needed when first using the taps in the en-suite ,because of the design if you turn them on too strongly the water comes over the sink , the showers though were brilliant . The tv in the double bedroom without the view definately did not work as it wouldnt switch on and we finally worked out how to work the downstairs set up , the Youview box had to be switched on to get sky sports . There were generously lots of games and great books to read . Overall though we had a lovely week with great weather , it was fabulous having lovely walks at the rear of the house with the dog and we would definitely like to return .

- Mrs Vickery, August 2018
“Lovely house.”

Great views.would have liked loo in en suite. Bakewell brilliant starting point for walks.

- Mrs Gray, July 2018
“I sent a note to you last night including photos.”

One TV out of three worked and this was in a bedroom. Plug sockets that wouldn't work in the second bedroom with a TV. We tried various appliances and the double socket was dead. The lounge TV wouldn't connect to power, which basically meant no TV as six of us were hardly going to watch TV sitting on a bed. Cobwebs on the walls and beams,dust etc. Only one bulb worked out of three in the hall light, three out of four in the lounge. If you require photos I can send them to you. I sent some last night. Parking was difficult as only a small car would fit into the garage as it has a washer and a dryer in there. In a fiesta you can't easily get out of the car! I parked on the area I front of the house and my son had to park across a field! As cars are getting larger there is not parking for two cars. The house is a lovely house and the views are beautiful. The kitchen was well equipped and the owner had left a lot of information about the area. The ensuites were good and made getting sorted in the mornings much easier. I thought the house needed a deep clean and appliances should all be checked .The red, leather chair in the lounge ,which was damaged , need to be thrown out.I have a photo. My son has used your company before which is why I used your company. This is the first time we have hired a cottage as we usually use hotels. We are well travelled and have just returned from a trip to Singapore, Melbourne, Sydney , Cairns, Christchurch, Hawaii and LA. We paid for the cottage and I had no real idea of costs but my son thought it was overpriced. I took photos if you want me to resend . I have already sent some to "info @ sykes etc as that was the only address which would send. Up to you if you publish the feedback

- Mr Wood, June 2018
“We had a lovely holiday in a very comfortable house in Bakewell.”

Great location, lots of walks and a very well equipped house. Would return.

- Mrs Weston, April 2018
“The house is lovely - overlooking Bakewell and only a five minute walk to the centre through the steep churchyard.”

You need a strong stomach the first time you drive to the property - a narrow lane with high stone walls on both sides. I was glad it was dark when I drove up the first time! Parking is interesting. We had three cars there during the week, but only two at a time. The first Fiesta was a modern one, and fitted in the garage with about three inches spare in each dimension - the side mirror had to be folded in to get it in - why on earth would you put a wine rack and washing machine and dryer in an already small garage? The second Fiesta was smaller and drove in with a few more inches spare - even so the washing machine could not be used while the car was in the garage. The Corsa was too long for the garage. However you do not need to use the car very much - we walked to Chatsworth, along the Monsal trail and to Haddon Hall along footpaths (well more like rivers and mud) from the house. We also went on a nice short walk up the footpath opposite the house, and I'm sure with a bit more time with the map we could have organised a day's walk that way as well. The house was fine once we warmed it up, which took a couple of days, and all issues were dealt with swiftly by the owner. In our week it rained and snowed, but our final day was Peak sunshine! The Thursday Bakewell town walk is excellent - book at the visitors centre or the museum which is about three minutes walk from the house!

- Mrs Trebilcock, March 2018
“We had a superb University reunion weekend at Parsonage Croft.”

The house is situated slightly above Bakewell with wonderful views from the sitting room and main bedrooms. It is a charming house , full of character with a lot of the original architecture unspoilt . There is a great log fire and plenty of room for our gathering. The kitchen was superbly equipped with crockery etc and everything had been thought of . The garden would be wonderful in the summer - we were mid winter sadly . The house is a short stroll - downhill -into town where you can find great places to eat and all the shops needed. Marco , the owner, is a wonderful host . Very responsive and even texted us to suggest we move our cars into the town as snow was expected . Parking is limited at the house . A garage for a small car plus an off the road parking bay . We knew what to expect though as Marco's instructions were very helpful . Generally a lovely house in a superb location . Would very much recommend it .

- Mr Morris, February 2018
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The property

Parsonage Croft is a large, beautiful Edwardian house with ample space for up to eight people to unwind, relax and enjoy the tranquil surroundings.

The house enjoys stunning views over the historic market town of Bakewell and the valleys beyond.

Set in a perfect central location Parsonage Croft is the ideal base for exploring the wonderful Peak District with its beautiful landscapes steeped in history and majestic splendour.

The family-friendly accommodation has great access to a wide range of local facilities, including pubs, restaurants, markets, cycle trails, walking tracks and tourist information.

Public transport links to Manchester, Sheffield and Chesterfield making it easily accessible from all parts of the UK.

This is the perfect location for discovering dozens of local attractions including Chatsworth House, Haddon Hall, the Castleton Caves and much more.

For the more adventurous visitors we are just over an hour away from the UK's premier theme park - Alton Towers.

Summary

Four bedrooms: 2 x double with en-suite shower and basin, 1 x twin, 1 x single with pull-out bed
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
First floor cloakroom
Ground floor cloakroom
Kitchen with dining area
Dining room
Sitting room with open fire
total WC within property
Gas central heating with open fire
Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, chest freezer, washing machine, electric clothes dryer, TV with Freeview, Sky TV 6 sports channels and F1, DVD, unlimited broadband, selection of books, games and DVDs
Fuel, power and starter pack for fire inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Cot, highchair and stairgate available upon request
Lockable bike storage
Parking space for one small car in the garage, space for one car on the rear forecourt and additional free off road parking nearby
Lawned garden to the front with patio, furniture and BBQ
One well behaved dog welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 5 mins walk and pub 8 mins walk
Please note as of 2nd August 2019 this property will be pet free, any existing bookings with pets on them will be honoured.

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BAKEWELL

Chatsworth 4 miles; Matlock 8 miles; Buxton 12 miles.

Peak District Cottage Holidays

An attractive little market town retaining a delightful rural atmosphere and offering a good selection of shops, restaurants and pubs, as well as local farmers’ markets. There is an old 17th Century market hall in the town centre and a modern leisure centre with swimming pool nearby. Bakewell is situated within the Peak District National Park and is ideally placed for exploring this beautiful region. Both the rugged Dark Peak and the softer limestone White Peak are within easy reach, and Alton Towers, Britain’s premier theme park, is only a short drive away. There are many stately homes to visit including Chatsworth House, Haddon Hall and Hardwick Hall to mention just a few, while the impressive caverns in nearby Castleton and Little John’s burial place in Hathersage are also well worth a visit. Take a trip to Buxton and visit the impressive Edwardian Opera House, designed by Frank Matcham, who also designed the London Palladium.

Please note as of 2nd August 2019 this property will be pet free, any existing bookings with pets on them will be honoured.

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No. 1 Parsonage Croft

Bakewell, Peak District & Derbyshire Dales (Ref. 964434)

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Reviews & Ratings

“We all felt the house was not to the expected quality for the price we paid.”

“This is a spacious and characterful house in a lovely part of the Derbyshire countryside, within a short (but steep) walk from the town centre of delightful Bakewell.”

“1 Parsonage Croft is a superb old house with sympathetic decor and furniture that makes for a comfortable ambience.”

“Beautiful house.”

“"Additional free off road parking nearby".”

“Great location on the edge of Bakewell.”

“The house at parsonage croft is lovely.”

“We didn’t realise the hill that the property was on.”

“We thought the house was beautiful with spectacular views and period features but there were a couple of areas where cleanliness could be improved .”

“Lovely house.”

“I sent a note to you last night including photos.”

“We had a lovely holiday in a very comfortable house in Bakewell.”

“The house is lovely - overlooking Bakewell and only a five minute walk to the centre through the steep churchyard.”

“We had a superb University reunion weekend at Parsonage Croft.”

The property

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BAKEWELL