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The Dispensary

(Ref. 992667)

Bradwell, near Castleton, Peak District & Derbyshire Dales Show on map

4.7

Sykes rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets Yes

Features

  • Off road parking
  • Garden / Patio
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Broadband / WiFi

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68 Customer Reviews

  • "This was our first visit to the Peak District and it certainly won't be our last."

    We reviewed a lot of cottages, and going on the reviews, we picked The Dispensary. We were not disappointed. The communication from George leading up to our stay, the welcome gifts we received when we arrived, and the house was exactly as described. There was everything you needed, and from the little communication we have had with George, I imagine if you noticed something lacking, he would try to put that right. He is very committed to ensuring you have a great stay. We visited 2 of the local pubs, and the chippy and co-op. Everywhere you go, everyone was friendly. The cottage is ideally located for visiting the whole area - you won't be disappointed. We are looking at dates for next year when we can return with our Jack Russell who loved the bed provided by George! It was lovely to meet you George, and thank you for such a lovely stay.

    Thank you for your lovely feedback. We try very hard to make sure you enjoy your stay. Lovely to meet you both and let's hope you can return. George Property Owner

    Reviewed by Debbie5.0Oct 2024

  • "The property is in a great location, with shops, pubs and cafes within easy walking distance."

    Major attractions such as Chatsworth and Buxton are a relatively short drive away. The cottage is well equipped, has excellent wi-fi, and the heating is very efficient. An ideal base for exploring the Peak District.

    Thank you for your feedback. I am sorry we did not get to meet on this occasion. It sounds like you enjoyed your first visit to the peak district. George and Liz Property Owner

    Reviewed by Andrew5.0Sep 2024

  • "Only negative on the holiday was the weather."

    Cottage really comfortable, well equipped , comfy beds , good shower. Location very good for visiting nearby places Bakewell , Buxton , Eyam , Chatsworth. Good to meet George ( didn’t get to meet Liz) who was very attentive in making sure we enjoyed our stay ( even apologising for the weather )

    Thank you for your feedback. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Denise4.1Sep 2024

  • "Great hosts George was always on hand if you needed him hope to return for another great holiday in the future highly recommend."

    Stan

    Thank you for your feedback. Lovely to meet you,I hope you will be able to return. George Property Owner

    Reviewed by Stanley5.0Aug 2024

  • "Very enjoyable stay in a comfortable home in a lovely village."

    Thank you for your feedback. It is appreciated. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Brian5.0Aug 2024

  • "Friendly area and hosts were very welcoming letting us know when the property was ready and also dropping by to see if we were all okay."

    Lovely property for family of four and in good location to go off and explore the Peaks. I think it would be useful to have additional instructions on how to get to the parking behind the property as it doesn’t quite come up on sat nav. People though are friendly and point you in the right direction.

    Thank you for your feedback. There are 33 properties on the postcode so a satnav will only get you near. I will review our directions on the sykes site,sent when you get the key code. lovely to meet you and find out about your action packed week. George and Liz Property Owner

    Reviewed by James4.1Jul 2024

  • "The cottage was lovely and clean, the added extras of milk and wine in the fridge and biscuits waiting for us on arrival were great."

    The dog bowls, dog towel and dog bed were brilliant to have waiting for us too. The garden was a real bonus for us, we were very lucky with the weather so it was lovely to sit in after a long walk, and we ate outside a couple of evenings too. I hate coming home to lots of holiday washing so for me the washing machine was a real bonus. As for communication with George, he messaged us to say we could check in early, where they kept a fan on the warmer days and generally answered any queries asap. The cottage was perfect for our needs and we would love to stay there again.

    Thank you for your detailed feedback. Mission accomplished when we know you have had a good holiday. We hope you will be able to return with Luna. The barky spaniel! George and Liz Property Owner

    Reviewed by Claire5.0Jul 2024

  • "A fabulous cottage in the centre of Bradwell."

    Everything in the village is close at hand and everyone is very welcoming. The cottage is very well equipped and very much a home from home with everything you could in the kitchen to cook a meal or plate up a takeaway. George and Liz have thought of everything to make the stay very comfortable. we again made use of the bikes provided for a cycle up to Ladybower. Plenty of fabulous walks from the cottage and Castleton is closer than you might think if you walk out towards the cement works (you get a close up of the site on the secure footpath through!) We've already booked our 4th visit to the cottage for 2025!

    Claire/ Jo thank you again for your feedback. We always look forward to seeing our returning customers. Again you have packed a lot into your holiday. We hope you went home refreshed and ready ti face the world. We look forward to seeing you again next year. George and Liz Property Owner

    Reviewed by Claire5.0Jun 2024

  • "Great place to stay in a great area."

    The host was superb.Informative , proactive and accommodating. Hope to return next year.

    Lovely to meet you both and your delightful dog.We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay. Hopefully you can return next year. best wishes George and Liz Property Owner

    Reviewed by Chris5.0Jun 2024

  • "A well maintained property over three floors."

    Equipped with everything you need. The beds were so comfortable, the bathroom newly updated. Although it was June the evenings were cold and the owner had allowed for us to have heating on if we needed it which was a thoughtful touch. Would highly recommend.

    Thank you for your feedback. It is appreciated. We always try to make sure our guests enjoy their break. George and Liz Property Owner

    Reviewed by Anne5.0Jun 2024

  • "Fantastic holiday cottage was great , well equipped & clean & comfortable, great base for exploring"

    Thank you for your feedback. It means a lot to know you have enjoyed your stay. All the best George and Liz Property Owner

    Reviewed by Sonia5.0Jun 2024

  • "We had a great stay at The Dispensary."

    It was a great location for exploring the Peak District with too many fabulous walks to do them all, and biking on the quiet lanes was excellent. We also visited Chatsworth House and Bakewell and Bradwell has good amenities with a Coop store, Fish and Chip shop and two nice pubs for evening meals. George was very communicative and helpful with local recommendations.

    Thank you for your feedback Alistair. Nice to meet you both. George Property Owner

    Reviewed by Alistair5.0Apr 2024

  • "Perfect location for anywhere in the peaks, lovely little village with pub, bakery, coop and fish and chip shop."

    Owner very helpful and always on hand if you need anything. Cottage is our happy place in the Peak District always welcoming, warm and clean.

    Thank you for your feedback. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Julie4.7Mar 2024

  • "Very dusty property and left us cloths and tea towels that looked like they’d been dragged through dirt."

    Main towels smelt musty as well. On the good side good location and a very warm cottage the garden and gated areas were great. But a cottage which is smaller than the photos look and quite a tight fit. For a cottage for 4 the pans weren’t large enough. Overall it could do with a good deep clean. The location was great

    We are both absolutely astonished by your feedback. We maintain a very high standard of cleanliness throughout. Before your visit the cottage was cleaned top to bottom. The linen is fresh and clean on each change over. At no stage have we tried to misrepresent or mislead. I can only suggest people read all the other positive feedback we have had. We provide a warm clean cottage to a high standard. We have no idea why you chose to post such a negative poor response. George and Liz Property Owner

    Reviewed by Roma1.9Mar 2024

  • "Lovely cottage."

    Clean, well equipped, wifi good. Excellent location to go out for dog walks. Co-op, chip shop and few pubs within walking distance. Private parking for the cottage a bonus. Good shower and comfy bed. Would book again. Excellent host thank you.

    Thank you for your feedback. We try really hard to present a clean ,comfortable cottage for people to enjoy their break. We hope you might be able to return in the future. George and Liz Property Owner

    Reviewed by Chelsea5.0Feb 2024

  • "Fantastic house, everything we needed, warm and cosy, beds were A1 brilliant nights sleep, good shower when you've been walking all day."

    George a lovely guy and brilliant host. We will be back 100%

    Thank you for your feedback. It means a lot to us. We try very hard to concentrate on the basics ie comfy beds and sofas,good heating. Lovely to meet you all , hope you are able to return. George and Liz Ps boots on the way! Property Owner

    Reviewed by Martha5.0Jan 2024

  • "We have spent 2 weeks over Christmas here 3 times and have never wanted for anything."

    It is cosy, comfortable and clean. The owners, who live in the village, are attentive, friendly and welcoming. We love coming back.

    Thank you Karen we are so pleased you continue to return. A rather wet Christmas this year but you still managed to make the best of it. We would love to see you back in 2024. George and Liz Property Owner

    Reviewed by Karen5.0Dec 2023

  • "Nice place, but because of the weather we would have preferred to be based at castleton."

    Slightly disappointed that we had to pay an extra £20 for another little dog.

    Unlike many we allow one dog for free. The extra is to cover extra cleaning etc . and damage which we have had in the past. Unfortunately we cannot control the weather. We hope you enjoyed your stay. George and Liz Property Owner

    Reviewed by Anne3.8Dec 2023

  • "A lovely place to stay, very comfortable beds and sofas."

    The owner was very helpful and even came round on Sunday morning to clear the snow from the footpaths. The only issue we had was parking in the allocated space was very tight and difficult to get in and out of. We would not hesitate to recommend this property to any one.

    Thank you for your feedback. It is always appreciated. It was nice to meet you both in the snow! I have spoken with the car owner who made parking so difficult and I am assured this will not be an issue again. We hope you might return in the future. George and Liz Property Owner

    Reviewed by Roland4.7Dec 2023

  • "Great cottage with everything you need."

    Owner’s contact was spot on and informative

    Thank you for your feedback,it is appreciated. George and Liz Property Owner

    Reviewed by Lynne5.0Oct 2023

  • "The cottage was in an excellent location for pubs, a shop and a bakery, with easy access to lots of interesting places."

    It was excellent value and well provisioned to facilitate a comfortable stay. We loved it!

    Thank you for your feedback. We always appreciate it. Sorry we did not meet on this occasion. George and Liz Property Owner

    Reviewed by Angela5.0Sep 2023

  • "Fantastic little cottage in the middle of the Peaks as a great base."

    Close to all the tourist spots. Very comfy and beds were well needed after great walks. Weather was a bit hit and miss but you get that in the peaks. Definitely will be back.

    Thank you for your feedback,it was lovely to meet you both. I know the weather was not great but you seemed to make the most of it. We hope you can return. George and Liz Property Owner

    Reviewed by Julie4.7Sep 2023

  • "Very Clean & comfortable property with the added bonus of a sunny courtyard complete with garden furniture (which we were fortunate enough to make full use of) & useful reserved parking."

    Great location, near to shops & pubs, local walks & short drives to many more. The owner called to see that we had everything we needed & was very helpful. We spent a wonderful week in this home from home property & would love to return

    Thank you for your feedback and comments. It was lovely to meet you and find time for a chat. We would be delighted if you are able to return. George and Liz Property Owner

    Reviewed by Suzanne5.0Sep 2023

  • "A very good property that is well equiped and comfortable to stay in."

    We loved the powerful shower and due to the cooler weather put the heating on which was very quick and efficient at getting the house warm. The little garden was great to sit in at the end of the day an relax. Also used Netflix in the evening which was a lovely bonus. Great place, would love to come back again.

    Thank you for your feedback. It is appreciated. We also enjoyed your comments in the guest book. You certainly packed a lot in during your week. It always gives us a lot of pleasure to know your holiday has been a success. George and Liz Property Owner

    Reviewed by Peter5.0Aug 2023

  • "Fabulous cottage."

    Super clean, very comfortable beds and a well equipped cottage. We appreciated the milk, wine and biscuits on arrival and the good communication telling us the time the cottage would be available. We enjoyed our week; spending time walking, running and geocaching in the Peaks and cycling around Ladybower and Derwent reservoirs.

    Thank you for your feedback. It is always great to know you have had a good holiday and enjoyed the cottage. George and Liz Property Owner

    Reviewed by Claire5.0Jul 2023

  • "Lovely cottage."

    Great to have allocated parking and to have use of owners bikes. Close to all amenities and lots of walking. Good location.

    Thank you for your feedback it is appreciated. The bikes are proving popular so glad you made use of them. George and Liz Property Owner

    Reviewed by Paul5.0Jul 2023

  • "What a lovely cottage, furnished & cleaned to a high standard."

    It was probably the best shower we've ever had in a holiday cottage & the bed & sofas were very comfortable. The kitchen had an excellent hob / oven & the fridge & freezer space was more than adequate for a weeks stay. Smart TVs & excellent Wifi throughout made it a home from home. Bradwell has a great fish & chip shop, the Bakehouse with it's Pizza nights & the Co-op meant anything we didn't bring was a very short walk away. The only thing we missed from the description was the fact the garden/courtyard was not directly accessible from the house & access was from the kitchen entrance area which was shared by the neighbours meaning we couldn't just let our dogs out directly from the house into the garden. Would thoroughly recommend this house to anyone.

    Thank you so much for your feedback it means lot to us. I will make it clear in the description regarding the garden. It is not something we can alter. Of course there us the front door leading onto the footpath but this requires a lead! George and Liz Property Owner

    Reviewed by Karen5.0Jul 2023

  • "The Dispensary is a fantastic and well equipped cottage in the centre of Bradwell that is nicely located for Castleton, Hathersage and other great spots for visitors."

    There is great walking from the door and the bikes provided means you can either cycle from the door or pop them the car to go to places like LadyBower/ Derwent/ Howdens or the Monsal Trail! George and Liz have thought of every detail to make your stay a comfortable one and also provide tea, milk, biscuits and wine to enable a cuppa as you step through the door! Highly recommend this cottage and are already looking to book our third visit in 2024.

    Clair/Jo thank you so much for your lovely feedback. You certainly packed a lot into your week! We noticed you have already booked a week in 2024 so thank you both. We look forward to seeing you again in 2024. George and Liz Property Owner

    Reviewed by Claire5.0Jun 2023

  • "A very nice house in a lovely village."

    The owners have thoughtfully provided everything from Netflix to bicycles, plus lots of information on things to do. We went there to explore on mountain bikes. If you have a decent level of fitness or an e-bike you will love it. Some of the trails a re quite technical though so be careful !

    Thank you for your feedback it is appreciated. We try to cater for all types of holiday. Sorry we were not around to say hello. Even holiday cottage owners need a holiday! George and Liz Property Owner

    Reviewed by Gary5.0May 2023

  • "Beautiful cottage in the lovely village of Bradwell."

    The owners have been most thoughtful in ensuring that the property has been equipped with everything needed to ensure an enjoyable stay. The property was spotlessly clean & the wine & biscuits were most appreciated. There was a considerable amount information on various walking trails & local information. They had even provided bicycles for use by their guests. All in all a wonderful stay in this lovely cottage. Would have no hesitation in visiting again.

    Thank you for your feedback. Nice to meet you briefly and have a chat. We would be delighted if you are able to return. George and Liz Property Owner

    Reviewed by Robert5.0May 2023

  • "Really happy with the accommodation and the information provided by the owners."

    Everything we needed in the property. Very clean and tidy. Good position for walking in the area.

    Thank you so much for your feedback. We are always delighted to know our guests have enjoyed their holiday. George and Liz Property Owner

    Reviewed by Diane5.0Apr 2023

  • "The Dispensary is a lovely cosy and comfortable place to stay in Bradwell."

    All facilities that you need are available and although close to the road, we found it very peaceful and quiet, at times, the loudest sound being the stream flowing past. The village is fabulous with a really handy, well-stocked Co-op, bakery, cafes and pub ie Shoulder of Mutton which is very friendly and welcoming. There are good walks around the village, it was very nice to stroll round in the evening with the dog, and it is also an excellent base for the superb walking in the area especially Castleton, great ridge, Eyam etc etc. We would strongly recommend a stay here.

    Thank you for your lovely feedback. I somehow missed this until now! We appreciate it very much. George and Liz Property Owner

    Reviewed by Anthony5.0Apr 2023

  • "The cottage was clean and comfortably furnished with a well appointed kitchen and bathroom."

    Set on three floors, so beware if you choose the double bed after a long days walking !. We both enjoyed our stay, the weather wasn't great but we made the most of things, lets face it in this country you have to be adaptable. George came over to say hello and was very friendly and helpful. The entrance to the car park is tight so take it slowly. We would stay here again in the future. (25/3 - 1/4) Wayne and Karen

    Thank you for your feedback it is aways appreciated. It was nice to meet you both and spend a bit of time chatting. The weather was a bit of a challenge during your week but glad you could make the most of it. We would be delighted if you return. George and Liz Property Owner

    Reviewed by Wayne5.0Mar 2023

  • "Lovely clean cottage, with everything you may need."

    Nice to have welcome wine, milk and biscuits. Lovely village with good amenities, co op very handy. Plenty places to visit either by car or walking from cottage. Beds very comfortable and good tvs. Wifi is good. Dog bowls and bed provided is a nice touch though we brought our dogs own bed and crate. Good contact from owner. Only minor niggle the sealant around bath could be much better, especially as bathroom nice and modern. Would recommend without hesitation.

    Thank you for your feedback . We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for pointing out the sealant round the bath. It is being done this Saturday. George and Liz Property Owner

    Reviewed by Susan4.7Mar 2023

  • "Very pleasant stay, good facilities, slightly narrow access to the parking area but plenty of parking on the road outside if you prefer."

    Excellent fish and chips just down the road and the Co- op looks to have had an upgrade in the last few years and is even closer than the chippy. And a shout out for the Bird Café on the Hathersage Road just by - lovely café which has a big window to sit by and watch all sorts of small birds come and feed just in front of you.

    Thank you for your feedback Simon. Please note if you return we have a large 2nd reserved parking space on soft water lane just over the road from the cottage. It is available by request. We are going to try the bird café thank you. George and Liz Property Owner

    Reviewed by Simon5.0Feb 2023

  • "This is such a beautiful."

    Olace to stay, so comfortable and really felt like a home for us. Easy walking distance of a shop, bakery, village store, you don't have to drive to get anything. Beautiful area, and within 15-20mins you can be in Castleton or walking on the Monsal Trail. We will definitely return.

    Thank you for your feedback. We try very hard to make your stay enjoyable. We hope you can return soon. Best wishes George and Liz Property Owner

    Reviewed by Kerry5.0Feb 2023

  • "I found the Dispensary to be clean, comfortable & well equipped."

    There was milk & wine in the fridge when I arrived & also tea & biscuits. The owner sent me a text on the day of arrival to tell me that the cottage was ready & I could arrive early if I wanted to. Apparently he sent me an email too a few days before but unfortunately I never received it. I also received a text after leaving, thanking me for staying & that, after reading my comments in the guestbook he would be rectifying a couple of things - only to do with kitchen utensils. This all shows that the owners genuinely want you to enjoy your stay & you are not just another "punter". Bradwell itself was a perfect base, having everything you should need for a self-catering break without having to visit major towns & supermarkets. Unless you want to of course. All in all a great place to be based & I would not hesitate to stay at The Dispensary again when I am in the area.

    A belated thank you for your feedback. We have added a wok to the cooking utensils. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay , it is important to us. George and Liz Property Owner

    Reviewed by Leslie5.0Feb 2023

  • "Very nice cottage, excellent facilities, everything you need to enjoy your stay at the cottage is there and the land lords very friendly and helpful, will be staying again."

    I Highly recommend this property, David Lewis.

    Thank you David for your kind comments. Your continued support is appreciated. George Leeson Property Owner

    Reviewed by David5.0Jan 2023

  • "This was our second long stay at this cosy, well-located cottage in the centre of Bradwell."

    It is equipped with everything we need and is comfortable, warm and clean. The owners are friendly and welcoming (on hand if you need them) and it is always a great pleasure to stay here.

    Thank you for your lovely comments. We enjoyed meeting you this time. Covid restraints prevented this on your last visit. We hope you will return. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Karen5.0Dec 2022

  • "Lovely stay."

    Very comfy and homely and not sure how to word this, but it was lived in enough that I felt comfortable with the dog, which is what I was hoping for. The small touches of wine, biscuits, milk and bowls and a dog bed were really appreciated. Nice little village and we would love to revisit both Bradwell and The Dispensary

    Thank you for your kind comments. Our aim is to try and make sure our guests are comfortable and warm, including dog guests! We hope you will be able to return. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Shelley5.0Dec 2022

  • "A really lovely cottage, great position in the Peak District."

    Very clean and well appointed. George and Liz were very helpful. We look forward to our next stay.

    Thank you for your great response. We try very hard to make sure you enjoy your break. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Lee5.0Nov 2022

  • "We really liked the fact that the owner contacted us and left some milk, a variety of tea bags and a bottle of wine for us."

    It was great to know that the owner lived locally and we could contact them if we needed to. We would particularly recommend the comfortable memory foam mattresses on the beds! Really aid a good nights sleep. Especially liked the two single beds for our two girls, who hate sharing! Great sized freezer so that it stores enough food for the whole week. Lovely and warm and cosy, would have liked views from the lounge which is quite dark. All in all, we will no doubt return at some point again. We recommend.

    Thank you for your feedback it means a lot to us. We try very hard to make the cottage comfortable and cosy for your stay. We also wish we could improve the lounge! Now the covid threat seems to have gone .We intend to improve the small garden by moving the bike store elsewhere and better furniture.Plus some pots etc. We look forward to your return Property Owner

    Reviewed by Alex4.4Oct 2022

  • "Very comfortable and clean."

    Good sized kitchen and living room. Quiet considering being near a main road. Convenient for walking or cycling. Would have like a few plants in the garden to make a bit more appealing

    Thank you for your feedback . We had a plan to sort out the garden last year but as with everyone covid had a major impact on our finances . We are going to move the bike shed at the end of the garden to allow more space although it is is never going to be a “proper” garden. However it is a lovely spot to enjoy the afternoon sunshine perhaps after a walk or day out. We will then have tubs with plants for the summer. For practical reasons the gravel will remain. Also we have just had confirmation we will have a second car parking space available from the 1st of November. We always take you feedback very seriously Many thanks Property Owner

    Reviewed by Gerald4.4Sep 2022

  • "We had a lovely stay at this beautiful cottage."

    Clean and comfortable, with everything you need for your stay.. The owner even left milk, biscuits and wine which was very thoughtful. The co-op supermarket is a 2 minute walk, along with the chip shop and local shop which was so handy . We dined in the shoulder of mutton pub which is a five minute walk away and the food was delicious. The location was spot on for my favourite places to photograph and walk being Mam Tor, Winnats Pass, Suprise View and Ladybower Reservoir. I have stayed in a few different villages in the Dark Peak but Bradwell was my favourite and I will definitely be booking this cottage again in the future. My daughter,myself and my dog absolutely loved it.. Thank you.

    Thank you for your lovely feedback. We try very hard to make sure you enjoy your stay. I am sorry we did not get to meet you during your short stay. We hope you will be able to return and pursue your photography further. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Janine5.0Aug 2022

  • "We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Dispensary, the cottage was lovely and cosy."

    Throughout the cottage was clean and tidy, comfy beds and sofas. The kitchen was well equipped and very clean. The owners were very welcoming and brought us a fan during the week as the weather got warmer.

    Thank you Caroline for your feedback it means a lot to us. We always ask for constructive feedback so we can improve where necessary. We are glad you and your family enjoyed your week. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Caroline5.0Aug 2022

  • "Good cottage very happy our holiday choice."

    Nice and clean and comfortable. We slept on the second floor really comfortable bed and spacious room. Good size smart TV and comfortable sofas in the sitting room. Good sized bathroom Useful maps and information provided. The cottage is just off the road and has its own its designated parking space which is really useful in peak district villages no carrying your luggage up hills and beyond. There is a road nearby but it did not impact on our holiday at all. Ideally placed to visit other areas in the peak district There are plenty walks straight from the door. We had a nice walk through to Castleton. 3 pubs in the village all are very good. Chippy good too and a nice bakery Friendly locals too Milk, wine , tea, sugar and coffee all provided, thankyou. Don.t bother bringing your own teabags owners provided really enjoyable teabags lovely. All the essentials washing liquid, hand soap salt pepper etc. thank you for a good holiday.

    Thank you for your lovely feedback. We try very hard to make sure our guests have a great holiday . Property Owner

    Reviewed by Pamela4.4Jul 2022

  • "Only one minor issue was the difficulty in locking the front door from outside, no problem from inside."

    Other than that everything was very satisfactory.

    Thank you for your wonderful feedback and comment on the front door. We will give that our attention on the next changeover. We try very hard to make sure you enjoy your holiday. Thank you for booking with us. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Frederick5.0Jun 2022

  • "Lovely cottage and friendly owners, close but unobtrusive."

    Small outdoor area with table and night lights. Kitchen well equipped, including bits for washing up and some teabags/coffee/condiments. Milk and a bottle of wine in the fridge were a lovely bonus. Beds very comfortable, towels very soft. Great powerful shower. Perfect location, in the middle of the peaks but with good local pub, co-op, bakery, cafe, fish and chip shop, and locally made ice cream all within close walking distance. No problems parking my large hatchback. You are just off the main road but we had no problems with noise.

    Thank you for your lovely feedback. We try very hard to make sure our guests are comfortable. We always welcome any constructive feedback on anything we can improve. We are close to the road through the village so glad to hear noise is not a problem. We hope you might return Property Owner

    Reviewed by Donna5.0Jun 2022

  • "Cosy and well equipped."

    Garden small but lovely suntrap. Owners very helpful. Great Central location for visits around the area. Parking can be a little tight, if several large vehicles are there. Village has all you need

    Thank you for your lovely comments. We try very hard. The parking is a bit tight but soon we hope to have a second bigger space. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Janice5.0May 2022

  • "Very comfortable cottage owners couldn’t have been more helpful definitely would stay again."

    Thank you george & Liz

    Thank you for your lovely comments Property Owner

    Reviewed by Carol5.0Apr 2022

  • "A great place to stay for visiting the peak district the property was just ..."

    a great place to stay for visiting the peak district the property was just great warm and clean and conferrable and every thing there to make a great stay

    Thank you for your feedback it means a lot to us. We try very hard to make the cottage a great place to holiday. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Trevor5.0Mar 2022

  • "Great cottage to stay in, we needed for nothing."

    Clean and very comfortable. Situated in a lovely location for long and short walks. Easy access to Buxton and Bakewell. Local amenities are excellent. Couldn’t be faulted.

    A belated thank you for your lovely comments. It gives us great pleasure to know our guests have enjoyed their holiday. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Colin5.0Sep 2021

  • "It states there is a garden which there is which having a dog is a reason why we booked."

    What it doesn't tell you you have to go out of the back door unlock a padlock to enter it. Which isn't good late at night plus no grass all stones. Also a washing machine but no washing line just a little airer in a cupboard on the top floor. Previous guests have mentioned the carpet needed cleaning which hasn't been done plus stains on the sofas very off putting.

    Reviewed by Lynne3.1Sep 2021

  • "Such a lovely cottage and in a beautiful village."

    We had a great week and would highly recommend it

    Reviewed by Pat5.0May 2021

  • "Surprised to find the curtain lining in the living room so dirty when we arrived!"

    We had only come out of lockdown less than 2 weeks before, so these should have been spanking clean prior to guests arriving. The nest of tables were very old, and the leg dropped off the smallest one when we pulled it out to use. The toilet brush was disgusting and should be replaced very regularly! The cottage otherwise was nice and clean. Directions to get to the key pad and door could be clearer, we walked about a bit trying to find it!

    Reviewed by Sandra3.8Apr 2021

  • "I have to say this is one of the best cottages I've stayed in, very much a home from home."

    Comfy beds, great shower, smart TV, very well equipped kitchen with everything you could need for a week away, bonus of tea, coffee etc & cleaning things - less for me to take next time. Perfect place to explore the Peaks, walks from the door & not far off the bus route for none drivers. I will be back

    Reviewed by Emma4.7Apr 2021

  • "Cottage had everything you needed for a comfortable stay."

    Area beautiful with lots of great walks.

    Reviewed by Guy4.7Oct 2020

  • "The dispensary was one of the best houses we have stayed in."

    The owners had thought of everything to make staying there a comfortable experience and like to have feedback on what if anything can be improved. Bradwell is a lovely village - situated well for exploring beautiful Derbyshire .

    Reviewed by Linda5.0Sep 2020

  • "This was one of the nicest holiday cottages we have been in for quite a while."

    They thought of everything! Even the little back yard had fairy lights at night! We hope to book this one again.

    Reviewed by Moira5.0Sep 2020

  • "This was our first walking holiday and first 'dog' holiday too."

    The owners have equipped the cottage with exactly what was needed.Small things also were provided that were not expected like a flask and a picnic blanket at our disposal which although not used, were lovely extra touches. Overall, it was very comfortable for the amount of time we were in the cottage itself, which was most evenings after a day out and a meal at one of the local pubs. Owners have supplied extras to the TV packages as well. The location was spot on with good local amenities. Definitely recommend this place for a break.

    Reviewed by Kevin5.0Aug 2020

  • "The cottage was lovely, perfect for our neeeds, comfortable, warm and cosy even though the weather was cold and wet."

    . I was just very peeved to discover too late that I'd booked it accidentally with the American agency 'Home Away', for which priviledge I paid an additional £36, instead of with Sykes, who dealt with the booking, key collection details, indeed everything really. Home Away did nothing but take my money as far as I can see I don't know how it was that I found myself on their website placing the booking with them not you, and I appreciate this was a case of my 'buyer beware' as I didn't know you also place your properties with other agencies Lesson learned, but it left me feeling rather bitter.

    Reviewed by Susan5.0Nov 2019

  • "Really lovely cottage in pretty village well placed to explore this wonderful area."

    Past reports of uncomfortable sofas have resulted in new ones being installed. It seems The Dispensary’s owners act on previous comments and improve this property each time an adverse comment is made. Easy to find, central location close to two pubs, good chippy and useful Co-op pop up store (usual one being upgraded). Highly recommended and good value.

    Reviewed by Mark4.7Sep 2019

  • "Excellent location for visiting the area."

    Very comfortable property. Good facilities within to make it home from home. A Co-op nearby was really useful.

    Reviewed by Sandra5.0Sep 2019

  • "Cottage was good but uncomfortable sofas and small garden bur weather cold anyway so didnt get used."

    not impressed with the village it was in, didn't feel we were on holiday as nothing to do on a night unless you drove out of village and when you have been driving all day to visit places it's not what we wanted to do. Rubbish pubs and food in bradwell Wouldn't go back to peak district.

    Reviewed by Paula3.8Aug 2019

  • "Nothing went wrong but; the two small sofas were the most uncomfortable items of furniture I have ever sat on."

    .....the amount of pigeon poo on the front doorstep showed it had not been cleaned in a long while. Also the amount of building work going on in adjoining properties with drilling and banging not six foot from our back door and having to negotiate builders vans etc to get to our parking space just took the edge off our stay.

    Reviewed by Peter2.5Aug 2019

  • "The accommodation is well placed at the centre of the village, handy for shops."

    It's also well placed for walking and lovely places of interest. It took us a little while to find the car parking space.. we had to park at the Co-op and investigate on foot. The cottage is a little dark and I think it would have been a bit claustrophobic if the weather had not been so good, ensuring we could get out. The bulb had gone above the television, meaning it was difficult to see clearly to do my knitting! The seating was not very comfortable.. one of us lay on the bed rather than sitting on a sofa for any length of time. The kitchen was well-equipped, though a cafetiere and a decent bread knife would have been desirable. We're novices with televisions and never did get the one downstairs to work! Overall, we enjoyed our stay very much. We've mentioned the negatives in order to help make the place better, but there were more positives than negatives.

    Reviewed by Anne3.4May 2019

  • "The cottage was well equipped,especially for walkers."

    The owners also being walkers knew exactly what was needed.Small things also were provided that were not expected.Making the week s happy experience.The location was spot on,with good local ammenities.Definitely recommend this place for a break.

    Reviewed by Vance5.0May 2019

  • "Lovely cosy house with all the facilities you need for a relaxing holiday, nice village with a little river streaming past the front of the house."

    Really enjoyed our stay.

    Reviewed by Karen5.0Apr 2019

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Summary

  • Over three floors
  • Two bedrooms: 1 x second floor king-size, 1 x first floor twin
  • Bathroom with bath and shower over, basin and WC
  • Kitchen
  • Living/diner.
  • Gas central heating with new boiler
  • Modern bathroom with powerful shower
  • Modern kitchen with electric oven, gas hob, fridge, 1/2 size freezer & washing machine
  • Dog friendly, we allow one dog for free
  • Small enclosed rear courtyard with furniture
  • The sun is in the garden in the afternoon and evenings (Please note the garden is small and accessed by a gate adjoining the property next to the back door)
  • A bike store with three mountain bikes is available
  • Two good sized bedrooms with very comfortable beds
  • Cosy sitting room with Superfast fibre broadband, smart TVs throughout, Freesat with Netflix, Bluray DVD player and music system with Bluetooth
  • All linen, fuel and power included
  • Allocated parking for two cars
  • Sorry no smoking
  • Shop and pub within 0.1 miles Note: The property is open all year and offers short breaks throughout the winter months

The property

A recently refurbished cottage in the centre of Bradwell in the heart of the peak district. The accommodation is on three floors with the master bedroom on the top floor. The property is accessed from the car park where there is a reserved parking space.Another reserved parking space is available, please contact the owners. You enter via the modern kitchen which leads you into the lounge.

The lounge has period features with a modern 4 seater table, comfortable chairs and two comfortable sofas. Also there is a freesat smart tv with fast fibre broadband, bluray dvd player, a panasonic music system, netflix is provided. Entering the hall there are hooks for wet and muddy clothes and boots under the stairs is a 1/2 size freezer and a noticeboard with local information. On the first floor there is a modern bathroom with a powerful shower and as much hot water as you need. The first floor bedroom is very comfortable with high quality memory foam mattresses and a smart tv,extra storage is provided on the landing. On the top floor there is a large master bedroom with a king size bed with ample storage and a great view and a smart TV.

A bookcase houses books, CDs and DVDs.

The cupboard on the top landing is useful storage for suitcases, also there are games, jigsaws and more walking information and it also contains the ironing board and iron. The aim is to provide a warm,cosy environment for your holiday.

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About the location

BRADWELL

Castleton 3 miles; Tideswell 4 miles; Buxton 11 miles; Bakewell 12 miles.

Bradwell is a pretty village in the Hope Valley, in a prime position in the Peak District National Park. Tideswell, with its renowned Tideswell church, known as the ‘Cathedral of the Peak’ is just four miles from Bradwell. The picturesque village of Castleton is three miles away, home to fascinating caves, including the Blue John Cavern, and is overlooked by the crumbling Mam Tor or 'Shivering Mountain'. The dramatic scenery of Winnats Pass and Edale in the Edale Valley, famous as the start of the Pennine Way, is nearby. Hathersage is just four miles away and has excellent cafes and an open-air, heated swimming pool. Slightly further afield you can potter around the historic market town of Bakewell, or the Spa town of Buxton, renowned for its spring water, opera house and arts, jazz and opera festivals. It is easy to spend a whole day at Chatsworth House and Haddon Hall, whilst there are many historic properties nearby. Pull on your boots and enjoy the spectacular scenery, or explore a web of cycling trails, with bike hire available on the Monsal Trail, the Tissington Trail and at the Derwent Reservoir. Bradwell has shops, pubs and places to eat and makes an excellent base for enjoying this beautiful area.

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Please note one of the parking spaces is ~80m from the property

The property is open all year and offers short breaks throughout the winter months

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Last minute
  • Christmas