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"The pictures on the site didn’t do the Milk House justice, we loved the oak beams & the large rooms there was plenty of room for us all."
Hannah kindly left us a lovely basket of essentials plus a couple of bottles of wine. We all had a great time & will hopefully be back sometime soon x
Reviewed by HilaryOct 2021
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"We absolutely love The Milk House we have not stayed anywhere that had so much thought put into the place."
The terrace has lovely views. Kitchen was so well equipped and the owners close by were so pleasant and helpful. Thoroughly recommend The Milk House. Short walk down to the cottage may not suit anyone with walking difficulties.
Reviewed by R.Sep 2021
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"We have used Sykes Cottages several times."
This is one of the best cottages we have stayed in. Absolutely beautiful in every way.
Will definately be back.
5 star in everything.
Reviewed by TracyAug 2021
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"The house is beautiful and in a great location, just 10 minutes walk into Wirksworth."
It's perfectly equipped for two families. The owners were very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed by SuzannaAug 2021
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"We loved our stay at the Milk House."
In the midst of a heatwave and the ongoing pandemic, we were lucky to have a space where we were happy to spend our time, enjoying the well-appointed comfort inside and the terrace outside. Four adults and teenagers never felt cramped, the dog was safe to wander around without fear of getting out and this was the perfect spot to recharge out batteries.
Reviewed by JoeJul 2021
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"Just back from a wonderful week staying in The Milk House."
Fantastic place with great facilities. Thank you to Hannah for all her help, nothing was too much trouble. Gave us information regarding places of interest, pubs, walks etc - will be back!
Reviewed by AmandaJun 2021
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"Nothing was too much trouble for Hannah and John."
The cottage was very cosy, with a real Christmas tree and pretty Christmas decorations.. Lovely views from the windows, spotlessly clean and comfortable inside.. Would return again, highly recommended
Reviewed by RachelDec 2020
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"Milk House was a lovely place to stay, with the quality of bedding, kitchen goods and lounge as you would want."
The place was very clean but welcoming. The owners are very helpful without being intrusive.
Hope to come back one day when life is back to normal !!
Reviewed by AustinOct 2020
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"The Milk House is a brilliant house and a perfect base to explore the dales and the Peak District, within 40 minutes drive of Buxton, Bakewell, Chatsworth etc."
The house is located in Bolehill on the outskirts of Wirksworth and is just a 10-15 minute walk (using the footpath across the fields) into town where there are plenty of shops, pubs and restaurants - there are great walks available locally around Wirksworh. John and Hannah were great hosts and available to help with any queries. We would definitely recommend!
Reviewed by ChrisOct 2020
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"We had a fantastic stay at The Milkhouse."
Such a lovely cottage, with everything you need. Very spacious and stunning views. The hosts were so lovely and friendly. Flowers, wine and basket of tea, coffee and cookies were very appreciated :)). The cottage was extremely clean and we would highly recommend and we’d love to stay again!
Reviewed by SamOct 2020
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"A lovely, spacious house which easily accommodated our family."
Well thought out accommodation giving maximum privacy to each bedroom by putting the bathrooms in the middle of the building. Genius!.All fittings, fixtures, bedding etc. of high quality. Lots to do in this area for all ages.
Reviewed by IreneAug 2020
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"The house was absolutely gorgeous."
The kitchen was really well equipped, the bedrooms were extremely comfy and plenty of large fluffy towels provided. We had lovely weather and were able to eat all of our meals out on the terrace which had stunning views. The location is brilliant for walking with the High Peak Trail at the end of the road and Carsington Water, Chatsworth a short drive
Reviewed by SamanthaAug 2020
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"John and Hannah made a series of nice touches - two bottles of wine (two!"
!! I could manage one), tea, coffee and sugar all more than we could possibly consume in the week. Plus fresh milk. The accommodation was spotless, fresh and the linen was of high quality. The dishwasher failed on the day before we arrived but it was replaced within 24 hours causing us no disruption at all. And John and Hannah are lovely, helpful people, making it very easy to stay there.
Reviewed by ColinJul 2020
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"Lovely weekend."
The owner, John, was really helpful and friendly. The house was very well equipped and comfortable. There were flowers and a lovely welcome basket waiting for us. We would be happy to recommend this property to anyone.
Reviewed by HazelFeb 2020
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"The cottage was fab apart from the water system, if someone’s washing up you can’t have a shower and visa Versa."
Also if staying in the summer the surroundings is just mud but we all had a fab time, the cottage itself was stunning and very comfortable, perfect little getaway
Reviewed by LauraFeb 2020
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"We stayed here for 5 nights including New Years Eve."
It was a rare opportunity for us to spend time together as a whole family - 8 adults and a one year old. The house exceeded our expectations - the rooms were lovely, beds comfortable and so much space that we never felt that we were living on top of one another. The owners were very helpful, both before we arrived and whilst we were there - providing directions, helping us to sort out parking spaces and even letting us know they would be setting off fireworks on New Years Eve if we wanted to join them. The welcome pack surpassed anything we have experienced before - wine, biscuits, milk, tea, coffee, crackers, chocolates and more!
The house was also beautifully decorated for Christmas which, along with a woodburner in the living room, just made it perfect.
I cannot praise this place enough. We would definitely go back and highly recommend it to anyone considering staying here.
Reviewed by AndreaDec 2019
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"We had a wonderful weekend away at The Milk House and the it far exceeded our expectations."
It is beautifully finished and had everything we could possibly need, comfortable beds in huge bedrooms, a large but cosy living room with a log burner and a kitchen with everything that we could possible need. A lovely basket of goodies on arrival was very well received. The views on the sunny, frosty mornings were perfect to wake up to. We enjoyed lots of walks from the cottage doorstep and didn’t use the car once... bliss. We would highly recommend this cottage. Thank you!
Reviewed by NicolaNov 2019
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"What a perfect little getaway!"
Could not fault this property at all! Hannah was extremely welcoming, the house has everything you could possibly need, it's spotless and really warm, plenty of space for 8 adults and an excellent location! Very highly recommended.
Reviewed by NaomiNov 2019
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"All I can say is we had a really lovely experience."
It excelled in every way and the cottage was absolutely lovely. Thank you to Hannah and John Highly recommended
Reviewed by JaneNov 2019
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"Ideal cottage for our family get together, the owner couldn’t have been more helpful."
Hope to return.
Reviewed by MaryOct 2019
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"The booking process was smooth."
The location of the Milkhouse was ideal with beautiful views and a fifteen minute walk into Wirksworth and great walks in the surrounding area. Hannah the owner was welcoming and thoughtful. The accommodation had everything we needed with a welcome pack as well so no need to bring coffee,tea, etc. The set up worked perfectly as we had two families, so one stayed upstairs and we stayed downstairs with the living room, kitchen etc in the middle where we congregated.
The house itself was clean and comfortable and felt like home. Would highly recommend!
Reviewed by MichaelSep 2019
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"The Milk House is a superb accomodation."
Very comfortable, extremely well equipped and clean.
We had trouble with the internet, but Hannah soon got it sorted.
My only concern is we were going to take 2 large dogs but decided not to, that is where you may have a problem as the outside isn't that large.Although you are possitioned well for great walks.
Reviewed by WendySep 2019
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"What an incredible stay!"
! Place was so lovely, even better than we expected. We will definitely be back!
Reviewed by TessaAug 2019
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"We had a family gathering and the cottage was comfortable and perfect."
The kitchen was well equipped and had everything we needed to mass cater and prepare a Sunday lunch with all the trimmings!
Reviewed by JennyAug 2019
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"Milk house was a pleasure to stay at, the owners were excellent with information and always very helpful."
Beautiful location and a lovely house. A perfect break to get away from it all, lovely walks close by and small town had everything you need. My only small suggestion would be a sign for the milk house at the top of the walkway.
Reviewed by BrynJul 2019
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"The cottage was wonderfully equipped and very comfortable."
A great location and each morning we woke ourselves up with a walk through the fields down to Wirksworth - great for the dog! We really appreciated all the welcome goodies from the owners...overall we had a fantastic 10 days and would thoroughly recommend this cottage.
Reviewed by JamesJun 2019
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"The cottage was excellent, ideal for my family of six adults and two children and our host Hannah could not have been more helpful."
We like to do a spot of walking, cycling and indulge in the odd beer or two so our weekend home was spot on for these activities. We've stayed in the Wirksworth area before and the locals are always so welcoming and friendly - we'll be back again.
Reviewed by AnthonyMay 2019
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"Milk cottage is in a beautiful location and we were easily able to access the sights of the Peak District."
There are lovely walks from the cottage door and we met some very friendly locals who knew a lot about the history of the area. The cottage itself is well equipped and very nicely furnished. The owners are nearby to sort out any queries you may have too.
I would highly recommend Milk Cottage
Reviewed by LindaApr 2019
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"Just returned from a lovely family get together at "The Milk House", amazing accommodation exactly as advertised."
Everything you could wish for, in fact we all said we could quite happily live there! Absolutely nothing to complain about. We read a few comments about the parking, we had 4 cars between us and parking was no problem at all. Would definitely recommend.
Reviewed by GailMar 2019
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"Very clean and tidy, just as described however, parking was very limited."
Reviewed by NickMar 2019
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"The cottage was perfect for all our needs."
We would have stayed longer if we could. Access may not be perfect for people with disabilities as you have to park and walk down to the cottage.
We had a great time and would return.
Reviewed by CMar 2019
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"The booking was straightforward and a true description of the beautiful spacious cottage."
The Milk House was great, super clean and of a really high standard. For example the quality of the bed and duvets felt luxurious. The house had everything we needed and more. The owners were lovely and easy to contact should we need them. The welcome pack left was fantastic and we did enjoy them. Also lots of thoughtful little touches that I didn't expect. Like the hair dryer, washing liquid, hand wash, firewood, flowers, wine, tea, coffee etc. Parking was never a problem and we found lots of things to do out and about with our children, even though it was out of season for some things. Considering it was the end of February we has warm sunny days and even sat out on the patio and enjoyed the views. Thank you
Reviewed by JenniferFeb 2019
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"This holiday home was absolutely amazing."
We were all so impressed with the facilities and how spacious it was.
Reviewed by FelicityFeb 2019
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"We had a wonderful holiday in a beautiful home and would definitely recommended."
The house was very well equipped with everything and more that we needed. We enjoyed a couple of walks straight from the house, one down into Wirksworth and the other to Black Rock and Cromford. The house was very large and comfortable for a family to be able to spend time together to celebrate a birthday, we will certainly be returning, thankyou
Reviewed by AmandaDec 2018
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"Service from Sykes excellent and cottage was the same."
Loved it!
Reviewed by HelenNov 2018
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"Myself and my 7 girlfriends had a wonderful stay at the Milk House."
The owners went above and beyond to ensure we had a wonderful weekend, leaving us a basket of ‘treats’ which made our stay extra special. The house was cosy and comfortable and perfect for a group of 8 people. The weather was terrible all weekend but it didn’t dampen our spirits as we explored the lovely Wirksworth and Matlock. A great find and somewhere I’d happily revisit again. Many thanks.
Reviewed by MariOct 2018
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"We had a most enjoyable holiday."
John and Hannah next door were such warm and helpful hosts. It was great to prepare meals in the well equipped kitchen and have plenty of room to sit around talking. There is a lot to do locally and some easy and some more challenging walks from the house. Fully intend to return.
Reviewed by MargaretOct 2018
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"Had a lovely week at Milk House, first impressions: larger than it looks on the photos, expected a cottage but it is more of a house."
Beautifully presented with lots of lovely touches. Lots to see and do in the area, but our best "find" was the community cinema, different films on most nights, so something for most people in a week. Also cannot recommend the french Restaurant in Wirksworth we visit every time we're in the area, never disappoints. All in all, great spot and each night after exploring it's great to come "home" to Milk House!
Reviewed by LynnetteSep 2018
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"Owners were very helpful and gave us great recommendations for local restaurants and parks to visit."
We were even left a welcome basket full of goodies upon arrival.
The cottage was beautiful and so well maintained.
It was plenty big enough for 4 couples and dog and a baby. Would highly recommend. We will definitely be returning.
Reviewed by LaurenJul 2018
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"The inside of the Milk House was nearly faultless, very clean, modern appliances, fixture and fittings."
The beds were extremely comfortable but duvets a bit thick for the extremely hot weather we were having, maybe a thinner replacement during warm weather would be a good idea. The first thing I noticed when I walked into the property was the outside of the windows that needed a good clean. Such a shame, maybe they were due to be done very soon. The outside area was a work in progress and at present when sitting on the patio all you could see was a fence, the grounds beyond were yet to be turfed so not the greatest immediate outlook. However, stand up and look beyond and the views are beautiful. I understand from the owner that he intends to put a glass balcony in place of the wooden fence, and also to turf the land. The pathway leading to the property is overgrown and rocky and the land to the side of the property is also overgrown. I really hope the outside area is improved to the same standard as the inside of the building and then they would definitely have a five star holiday rental property. The owners were very helpful and friendly and I wish them well with their future plans.
Reviewed by SandraJun 2018
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"Great cottage great location walking distance to pub and shops easy to do ,lovely views"
Reviewed by JenniferJun 2018
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"We were absolutely thrilled with the accommodation."
It is really well equipped, spacious and combines old with new. Hannah and John were there if we needed but left us to really relax and enjoy the break which was wonderful. The welcome basket was a really nice gesture. We can't wait to go back in the future.
Reviewed by SeanMay 2018
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"Lovely cottage extremely well presented with stunning views."
Best welcome pack we've ever had. Setting perfect for exploring this part of Derbyshire
Reviewed by MichaelMay 2018
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"We couldn't have stayed in a better place than The Milk House."
the accommodation is perfect for a group (we were 6 but there is plenty room for 8). The house is beautifully decorated with exceptionally comfortable beds and pillows. The kitchen is well equipped and there is a lovely dining area there. We particularly liked the large lounge which is nicely decorated and comfortable. There was a great Welcome Pack in the house - the best we've ever had in a holiday cottage - which was a really nice, thoughtful touch. Hannah met us to ensure that we were happy and settled and was an excellent host. We had a lovely stay and found plenty to do in the area - walking and visiting National Trust sites.
Reviewed by JoyceApr 2018
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"Very nice stay."
The only drawback was the plumbing, which was noisy. Otherwise, extremely good. Beautiful house and very well stocked. It would be useful to point out to guests that there is a lovely footpath from The Milk House to Wirksworth which runs just outside the house. It has a hard surface but goes through fields and over the railway. It took us 15 minutes to reach the edge of Wirksworth and another five minutes to get to the market place in the centre of town.
Reviewed by DianaApr 2018
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"Great cottage for a family holiday."
Very comfortable with everything you could possibly need.Plenty of space with good sized rooms, my 20 month old grandson really enjoyed exploring. Good location for visting the surrounding area .
Welcome pack was really appreciated and the owners, John and Hannah couldn't be more helpful. I would certainly return to the Milk House in the future.
Reviewed by MichaelMar 2018
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"Second time staying at The Milk House both times for a week."
Really great place - really homely, spacious, warm, very clean and they’ve gone the extra mile to make the stay as easy and nice as possible. Really nice people who aren’t intrusive in the slightest but there if you need anything. Would highly recommend staying here, we will be back! The Feather Star pub in Wirksworth is an essential place to visit if you like nice beer and good music! The Northern Lights cinema is also a little gem of a place - and opposite another nice pub!
Reviewed by KateFeb 2018
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"This is a great cottage for one to three families or a group of friends."
Couple of immediate bullets points:
The accommodation has been fitted out to a great standard throughout.
The owners were willing to come over to explain things and were always responsive to calls.
On arrival, the cottage was very clean and a hamper had been supplied with some essentials, which was a pleasant surprise.
We stop in a lot of cottages and sometimes feel that the furniture and décor are the owner's cast offs, which is understandable. This isn't the case here as most of the furniture and appliances are new and are of a high standard.
It was great for our two families as we had the lower ground floor, our friends has the upper floor and the communal kitchen and sitting room were located on the ground floor.
I would highly recommend this wonderful cottage, great owners and pleasant location in the Peaks.
Reviewed by AdamJan 2018
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"Firstly I don`t understand your feedback scoring for accuracy of listing and on to value for money."
Just returned from a lovely holiday at the Milk House, Wirksworth. The house was perfect for us and provisions and flowers left by Hannah were very much appreciated. The house was extremely well equipped with all essential white goods plus toaster, caffitier, microwave and coffee machine. Plenty of pots, pans, china and cutlery. We loved the large lounge and kitchen area and spent some time playing games and, of course, eating and drinking! The bedrooms were all beautifully decorated and large, very comfortable beds and lots of wardrobe and drawer space, also plenty of plugs sockets in each room. We were a family group which included two children aged four and one and they shared the lower ground floor with mum and dad. Myself, husband and daughter shared the the upper floor, which made it easier to put the children to bed as there was a floor between them and us so it was quieter for them. Hannah, the owner and her partner, were on hand if we needed anything including places to eat, places to visit and local shops. My daughter had a migraine on the first night and Hannah came across in the snow and rain with a hot water bottle for her. Couldn`t have been better and I am sure that we would certainly visit again.
Reviewed by DianDec 2017
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"Fantastic. Beautiful cottage - seconf visit and would go again without hesitation."
Reviewed by DeniseDec 2017
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"Lovely clean cottage, very well equipped and extremely comfortable!"
Reviewed by AndreaSep 2017
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"First class!"
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Reviewed by PaulaMar 2017
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"Great area with great access to Matlockand Carsington water."
Reviewed by LeeFeb 2017
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"Good location to visit the main peak district area."
The house is tidy and clean and everything is well equipped. The house owner is kind.
We really enjoyed the holiday stay at Milk House.
Reviewed by YoshihiroJan 2017
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"Amazing property!"
Reviewed by ADec 2016
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"Very comfortable, well equipped property."
Owners live next door and were friendly.
Reviewed by ChristopherOct 2016
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"Lovely cottage, had everything we needed for a mixed age family weekend."
Comfy beds, well equipped kitchen.
Reviewed by CarolineSep 2016
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"A well placed comfortable property for exploring the surrounding area."
A great place for a special family celebration.
Reviewed by LesleyAug 2016
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"I loved everything about my holiday and The Milk House was lovely."
We were only a few days into the holiday when everyone said they would like to come again next year, so we will very likely be back in 2017 .
Reviewed by KateJul 2016
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"A beautiful cottage in a lovely area of Wirksworth."
Reviewed by SueMay 2016
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"The cottage was beautiful and in beautiful countryside."
It was very spacious and beautifully decorated - very tasteful. The owners were lovely, very friendly and easy to chat to. Our party of 8 adults were very, very comfortable. We will definitely book this cottage again and recommend as an idyllic holiday for families.
Mrs MackayMay 2016
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"We had a lovely week here at the Milkhouse, the cottage is very deceiving in size from the outside, once inside the size of down stairs was a pleasant surprise."
Plenty of sofas to accommodate a large family to relax at night with the lovely (very hot) log fire. Couldn't have asked for a nicer cottage, it has everything you need, even a washing machine and dryer. The views were lovely from the garden.
Reviewed by AmandaApr 2016
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"The Milk House was the perfect base for our first Peak District walking holiday: the owners were really friendly and helpful."
The property was spacious and beautifully appointed, with quality furniture and appliances throughout. The location was excellent, with the High Peak Trail almost on the doorstep and with fantastic views. Would highly recommend the Milk House and we are looking forward to returning in the near future. 10 out of 10!
Reviewed by NeilApr 2016
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"It was perfect, the location was fantastic with great views and lots to do and see in the area."
The house was lovely and the furnishings and cleanliness were of a very high standard. We met the owners and they were very friendly. We would definitely recommend this property.
Reviewed by FrancesMar 2016
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"Wonderful property, we really couldn't fault it at all."
Had a fantastic stay and would definitely visit again.
Reviewed by AdeleFeb 2016
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"This is the nicest cottage we have stayed in - the location was great, and the facilities and equipment were excellent."
Reviewed by PaulDec 2015
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"The Milk House was the perfect place for a family weekend break to celebrate my dad's 70th birthday."
It was well-equipped, spacious and very comfortable. The décor is lovely throughout.
Reviewed by AngelaNov 2015
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"A really lovely place to stay, it had everything we needed and more."
It was warm and comfortable with lots of natural wood and cosy throws. The owners were unobtrusive, friendly and helpful. In a fabulous area for walking and cycling. There was a real feeling of being away from it all.
Reviewed by KarenNov 2015
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"We have just come back from a lovely long weekend at The Milk House, which is a holiday let of the highest quality."
We imagine the property has been fairly recently renovated and the work has clearly been done to a high specification with superb joinery throughout. All the furniture is extremely comfortable, the kitchen is extremely well fitted with excellent utensils, crockery and cutlery. The 4 bedroom accommodation worked really well for 8 of us, moreover the owners were extremely accommodating allowing us an additional dog(!) and an extension of our departure time so we could enjoy a leisurely breakfast on the last day. They also left us a really nice welcome pack. There are plenty of good pubs/restaurants nearby although you do really need a car. Needless to say the walking and other activities in the area make for a wonderful break. Highly recommended.
Reviewed by PeterNov 2015
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"The cottage was just what we wanted for a family get together."
4 decent sized bedrooms, a large living room and good sized dining kitchen. The view was stunning from the front courtyard and upstairs bedroom. I would highly recommend the property and if we visit that area again I will definitely look at renting once more.
Reviewed by TeresaOct 2015
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"The Milk House was an excellent place to stay, it was everything and more, excellent décor and accommodation was first class."
There was eight of us in the cottage and it had plenty of room for us all.
Reviewed by SamanthaOct 2015
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"The Cottage was extremely comfortable and beautifully decorated."
The owners were very helpful and friendly.
Reviewed by BrodieJun 2015
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"The house was beautifully furnished and equipped - we had everything we needed to be comfortable and enjoy our weekend."
Reviewed by BernadetteMay 2015
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"Stunning."
Reviewed by GeoffMay 2015
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"Absolutely beautiful cottage, peaceful surroundings and friendly helpful owner."
Reviewed by ColinApr 2015
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"The Milk House is a beautifully renovated cottage with great charm and comfort, creating a really spacious, family-friendly environment."
Our hosts were very welcoming and helpful. As a home from home with Derbyshire family, it made for an excellent break, and we will definitely come back.
Reviewed by YvonneMar 2015
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"The accommodation was spacious and comfortable."
The owners were very helpful and generous and there were many interesting things to do in the area. There was good public transport – we managed to visit places without having a car.
Reviewed by ChristabelFeb 2015
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"We had an absolutely wonderful stay at The Milk House."
From start to finish, we could not fault our stay. We received a friendly welcome from the owner over the phone prior to our arrival, the directions provided were fantastic and the accommodation far exceeded expectations.
As a group of friends, we have an annual weekend away and choosing accommodation can sometimes cause a problem trying to find 4 bedrooms of equal standard. This was not a problem at the Milk House - all four bedrooms were spacious and all equally stunning. The open plan kitchen / diner was very well appointed and had everything you could possibly need! The lounge was spacious and complete with a log burning fire - absolute bliss for a cold January weekend.
As a lover of oak wood, this cottage was perfect - complete with solid oak furniture, a beautiful oak staircase and oak beams throughout the property. The furniture was all in perfect condition and the they had the softest bath mat I've ever felt!
I literally have nothing negative to say about the Milk House - it was that nice we didn't want to leave!
Reviewed by AmyJan 2015
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"What a fantastic cottage."
The photos don't do it justice and the owners could not have made it more welcoming.
Reviewed by DebbieNov 2014
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"An outstanding cottage which is very thoughtfully and tastefully presented."
We particularly loved the sociable kitchen, the spacious bedrooms and the lovely log burner. The owners were most helpful and there are some lovely walks right on the doorstep including up to Black Rocks and down into Wirksworth.
Reviewed by MichelleNov 2014
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"In a good location a short walk from Wirksworth, with scenic walking countryside nearby."
Excellent facilities, well kitted out with excellent sleeping and living accommodation, and child friendly. The rain didn't put a dampener on our stay. I'll certainly come back!
Reviewed by JohnNov 2014
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"Great option for two families sharing with a twin and double on the top floor and twin and double in the basement."
A relatively short drive from various local attractions. Stunning views from the property.
Reviewed by CatherineOct 2014
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"The owners were very friendly and happy to help."
The cottage was welcoming and felt homely. There were nice touches like children's books, welcome drinks and dog towels waiting for us! The property was warm, cosy, very clean and tidy. The cottage is well suited for local walks and attractions. There is lots to do nearby and we could have easily stayed for longer. The owners have clearly thought carefully about what they have provided and it shows that they care.
Reviewed by MartinaOct 2014