Dragon Hill Barn

Rating
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Pets No
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Features

Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Comfort

Facilities

* Based on a combined average customer score

130 Customer Review(s)

“Dragon Hill Barn was excellent!”

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! There wasn't anything that we needed but it was as if anything we may need had been included. Well appointed kitchen and even a washer dryer was a bonus. Wood burner for colder times and rugs to wrap up in. Not that we needed them in July. I really wanted to light the wood burner but it wasn't cold enough. Very comfy beds and fantastic shower room upstairs added to the whole experience. The village was a little more remote than we expected but we had packed provisions so the lack of a village shop wasn't an issue for us. Two pubs too but not open two or 3 days a week meant local eating out wasn't as we had hoped but we'd only taken a brief look online and not Rod and Lizzies fault. Football was an added factor the week we were away. Great base to drive to Matlock and Bakewell. Chatsworth is a must! If you are the walking or rambling sort trails abound. All in all and weather and location factors taken into account we would stay again for sure

- Mr Russell, July 2021
Ms Freeman May 2021

“Very high standard of accommodation in that every need was met.”

Communication outstanding! A very thoughtful host who thought of everything. Comfortable cosy in every respect. Highly recommended.

- Ms Freeman, May 2021
Mr Webster May 2021

“Excellent stay in this beautiful barn conversion.”

Everything you could possibly need was catered for. Spotlessly clean and comfortable. One small thing was we could have done with a small axe to chop kindling for the fire. The area is stunning plenty of places to visit in the area and walks direct from the barn. Lovely pub across the road with nice food and takeaway service. Would definitely recommend Dragon Barn.

- Mr Webster, May 2021
Mr Conolly April 2021

“We were really looking forward to this holiday,having had to postpone it because of the various" lockdowns", and we were not disappointed!”

Dragon Hill Barn is the best "barn conversion" we have ever stayed in - beautifully designed and equipped, spotlessly clean and comfortable - we had a great night's sleep every night, after a day in the open air. The owners, Rod and Liz, were very friendly and helpful,and ensured that we had everything we needed - highly recommended! John and Vere Conolly.

- Mr Conolly, April 2021
Mrs Strain April 2021

“Cosy cottage with everything you could need.”

Comfy beds. Well equipped kitchen. DVDs,games ,books a nice touch. Perfect holiday home

- Mrs Strain, April 2021
Mrs Coombs October 2020

“Amazing time at this beautiful cottage.”

..Could not have been better placed to go everywhere in the area.Plus two lovely pubs to relax and enjoy an evening meal in after a day either walking or generally looking around the area.Not forgetting the pub down the road The Knockerdown lovely food there too. This cottage is well worth a try spotlessly clean kitted out with everything you need plus more appliances than I have ever seen in a holiday let I have used before. Would I return definitely and a big thank you to the owners for their really friendly and informative contact via e mail before and after the stay. Many Thanks to the owners and Sykes for the lovely break away stress free. Sue & Mick Coombs

- Mrs Coombs, October 2020
Mrs Perkins September 2020

“We had such a fabulous stay at Dragon Hill Barn.”

It had everything you could need for a comfortable stay and it really felt like a home away from home. The area is fantastic too with so much just on your doorstep. I would definitely recommend this place to others, you won’t be disappointed!

- Mrs Perkins, September 2020
Mrs Oliver September 2020

“Dragon hill barn was a well equiped self catering barn.”

Everything we required and more. Spotless everwhere. Home from home and more as had dishwasher that looked brand new. 2 hair dryers!. Induction hob challenging if never used. Lovely quality towels and bedding. Barn ideally situated close to 2 pubs, kne couple of minutes away other 5 minutes. Brassington located to Ashbourne, Matlock and Bakewell and lots of lovely villages. Carsington Water only 2 miles away. Beautiful walks around. Cycling and sailing. Good takeaway with choice of sitting outside with lots of seating to look over water and take in the great views. Goid toilet facilities. Couple of little shops, gifts and outdoor wear and pet items. Visitors centre. Paying parking on exit, the pay point very difficult to work out payment. All in all we enjoyed our stay at Dragon Hill Barn and would highly recommend for family of up to 4 people or couples. 10/10.

- Mrs Oliver, September 2020
Mrs Blake August 2020

“The barn was cosy, comfortable and smelled so clean.”

It was well stocked with dvds, books and games as well as a handy folder which had detailed walks to go on. We went to both local pubs for something to eat and both were welcoming and served generous portions of food. We had a lovely family holiday and the barn was a perfect base to explore from.

- Mrs Blake, August 2020
Mr Kiratzi July 2020

“A cosy, well appointed property in a quiet, picturesque village.”

Fixtures, fittings and furnishings were all to a high standard and it was clear that the owners had thought of everything.

- Mr Kiratzi, July 2020
Ms Curbishley July 2020

“The cottage exceeded out expectations as it is really well equipped, the owners had thought of everything, and it is beautifully furnished and decorated.”

The rooms are spacious and the staircase generous. Bed and sofas comfy. Easy to park outside. The weather wasn't particularly warm but the owners had thoughtfully left a good supply of logs for the wood burner so it was very cosy. A particular feature is the outdoor seating area, although small it is perfect for sitting out as it is a sun trap. The village itself is a chocolate box beauty, small with attractive houses and gorgeous surrounding scenery. Very little traffic so wonderfully peaceful, just birdsong and the church bell for audio accompaniment. The villagers were wonderfully friendly. We had never heard of Brassington before this visit but it could not have been any more perfect. We would definitely return. Book this cottage with confidence, you won't be disappointed.

- Ms Curbishley, July 2020
Mrs Carr February 2020

“We’d highly recommend Dragon Barn.”

We had a wet and windy week but coming back to cosy, comfortable accommodation made all of the difference to our week away. The Barn was extremely well appointed and had everything we needed. The location was also ideal - 2 great pubs in the village both hospitable and serving good quality food. A stones throw from Carsington Water, Tissington Trail, activities/museums etc. Not as much hill walking as we’d hoped due to bad weather but a good excuse to return!

- Mrs Carr, February 2020
Mrs Clayton December 2019

“Dragon Hill Barn was home from home!”

Everything you would need at home was provided....just take selves, clothes & food! You have the benefits of delicious food provided at The Miners Arms, just yards up the hill from from door. Lovely log fire , with logs stacked out side. Lovely countryside all around, pretty towns within easy reach. Recommended if you are into walking!

- Mrs Clayton, December 2019
Mr Plant November 2019

“Wonderfully converted property.”

Although can be a bit cool downstairs as storage heaters not great, an excellent log burner kept the property warm. Excellent location; walked around Carsington Water which is less than 2 miles away. Also two good village pubs; we ate at both.

- Mr Plant, November 2019

Thank you for staying at Dragon Hill Barn Mr Plant and thank you for your feedback. We have just (Jan 2020) upgraded the heating system so that it's comfortably cosy with or without the log burner. Sykes owner relations
Mr Graham October 2019

“Had a fantastic 4 day’s at Dragon Hill barn.”

The barn had everything we needed it was warm, cosy and spotlessly clean would definitely come back.

- Mr Graham, October 2019
Mr Warren October 2019

“Lovely property, in peaceful village not far from Matlock and close to Derby.”

Finished to a high spec and would happily book again if returning to the area.

- Mr Warren, October 2019
Mrs Kern August 2019

“Wir hatten eine sehr schöne Woche im Dragen Hill Barn.”

Das Haus ist sehr schön, geschmackvoll eingerichtet, entspricht der Beschreibung und wurde noch übertroffen. War mit allen Facilitys großzügig bestückt. Der Kontakt war freundlich und zuvorkommend. Ein idealer Ausgangspunkt für herrliche Wanderungen im Peak Distrikt.

- Mrs Kern, August 2019
Mrs Miller July 2019

“Fabulous barn ,lovely location very easy to book would definitely go to Dragon Hill Barn again and use Sykes cottages .”

- Mrs Miller, July 2019
Mrs Hollands July 2019

“It's an exceptional cottage: very clean, neat, with attention to every detail and all the facilities you can think of, charming sitting area in the back garden with lovely plant pots around you.”

The cottage is situated in a beautiful village, very easy to find and access and easy to park. There are some lovely walks close by. Very helpful owners.

- Mrs Hollands, July 2019
Mr Clarke June 2019

“Great little cottage, friendly owners - would recommend without hesitation.”

- Mr Clarke, June 2019
Mr Blendell June 2019

“Very comfortable and well stocked cottage.”

Owner was very helpful and accessible at all times. Would recommend.

- Mr Blendell, June 2019
Miss Haslett June 2019

“Beautifully restored barn, immaculate, very comfortable, and extremely well equipped with everything you could possibly need.”

The very pleasant owner contacted us on arrival to ensure we had arrived safely. Brassington is a very pretty village, quiet, and conveniently situated for exploring all the many attractions of The Peak District. We ate twice in The Miners Arms pub up the road, and thoroughly enjoyed the food (great steaks), and the ambience and the friendly welcoming staff. We would have no hesitation in recommending Dragon Hill Barn, and hope to return again. Thank you. Carol and Bill.

- Miss Haslett, June 2019
Mrs Nikel April 2019

“The owners of Dragon Hill Barn provide a very comfortable and well equipped holiday cottage.”

The location is perfect for exploring Derbyshire Dales.

- Mrs Nikel, April 2019
Mrs Avery April 2019

“Everything was brilliant about Dragon Hill Barn, we had a great holiday.”

We met the owners of the property by chance and they were lovely and could not be more helpful. So much to see and do in a beautiful part of the country.

- Mrs Avery, April 2019
Miss Osborne February 2019

“The owners of this cottage have done everything possible to make things more than comfortable here, everything you need is at hand .”

We had a fabulous weekend and will definitely make a return . Thank you

- Miss Osborne, February 2019
Mr Holman December 2018

“The property is set in a very beautiful little village”

- Mr Holman, December 2018
Mr Lawrence December 2018

“Great property, comfortable beds and good quality throughout.”

Nice extra touches with the Christmas tree and decorations.

- Mr Lawrence, December 2018
Mrs Linares October 2018

“Very high standards throughout the cottage, lovely warm and cosy, great location in a lovely quiet village setting with local pubs, .”

- Mrs Linares, October 2018
Mrs Jasper September 2018

“This is a little gem of a barn conversion, it is well set out and very homely.”

The owners have thought of everything, even a cupboard full of books, toys, games, dvd's etc and since the mobile signal is poor, the owners have even supplied a main telephone. The village of Brassington is quaint and quiet, with the countryside all around, and is also very central for visiting locations within a sixty mile radius.

- Mrs Jasper, September 2018
Mrs Mason June 2018

“We found that the owners had gone over and beyond what we would have expected, with all of the thoughtful little extras.”

In the kitchen, the bathroom and the system for finding local amenities etc. was simply incredible! Everything was immaculate, with very comfortable beds and sofas. We were very lucky to have beautiful weather and the barn was beautifully cool to come back to. We also very much appreciated the communication from both Sykes and the owners. I will put a recommendation on Trip Advisor. Margaret and Dorian West Sussex

- Mrs Mason, June 2018
Mr Callow June 2018

“Dragons barn is a very comfortable holiday place.”

We felt totally at home during our 2 week stay (16-6-18 / 30-6-18). House was very clean on our arrival. On our second week the owners of the property Rod and Liz provided clean bedding, towels and even more toilet rolls. Great communication by email with the owners too. I would definitely recommend this property. 5 stars. Kevin & Beverley

- Mr Callow, June 2018
Mr Williams June 2018

“Stayed at dragon hill barn recently as going to RHS flower show at Chatsworth House, good location for visiting the many local attractions.”

The barn was really well equipped there was also a user friendly guide for use of the equipment, we enjoyed our stay very much and especially eating at the olde gate inn there was also good food and ice cream after enjoyable walks at Carsington Water. It was thoughtful of Rod to ring and check that all was okay with the barn it was much appreciated would definitely recommend to people visiting Derbyshire.

- Mr Williams, June 2018
Mrs Yates April 2018

“Be aware that there is no serve yourself shop at the miners pub and no food at the bar.”

The owner let us know about the pub food but still thought that you could get milk, bread and eggs from here.

- Mrs Yates, April 2018
Mr Snelson April 2018

“Property, village and friendliness of owners totally first class”

- Mr Snelson, April 2018
Mr Donaldson March 2018

“I'd heartily recommend Dragon Hill Barn as a holiday cottage is you are wanting to be based very near to the south of the Peak District.”

Brassington is a pretty little village, and to the north very handy for Bakewell, the Monsal Trail, and Chatsworth. Also only a couple of miles from Carsington Water and the attractions in Matlock Bath. We'd recommend the food at Ye Olde Gate Inn in the village. The photos of the cottage don't actually do it justice I would say, I found the open plan kitchen and living room to be a lot bigger than they looked. The decor in the cottage is fresh, tasteful and full of nice little touches. They have thought of everything. Rod was a great host too, he deserves a mention - thanks very much Rod! We had a fantastic family holiday. Robbie

- Mr Donaldson, March 2018
Mrs Groves March 2018

“We’ve stayed in many properties but this one just welcomed us in and we felt comfortable straight away.”

Of course the bottle of wine and Anniversary card left by the thoughtful owners helped as did the phone call from them to make sure we had settled in. Lots of little extra touches, shampoo and soaps, lovely fluffy towels,and gorgeous bed linen. Plenty of logs for the log burner. Great location for exploring the Peaks. Don’t leave without visiting the Old Gate pub just up the road if you want good food and a great atmosphere.

- Mrs Groves, March 2018
Ms Mcgrory February 2018

“Well they said it was going to snow and boy did it snow!”

The “Beast from the East” arrived in Brassington the same day as we did. Therefore we spent a lot more time in the barn as we planned. Dragon Hill Barn really is amazing. There is everything you could need and the place was spotlessly clean. The log burner kept us snug and warm while the snow fell heavily outside. There are 2 pubs in the village, The Miners is less than a minutes walk while The Old Gate is just a little further up the hill serving amazing food. Would love to return in the summer and visit all the places we couldn’t due to the bad weather!

- Ms Mcgrory, February 2018
Miss Cox February 2018

“The location was great, the cottage had everything we needed and more, and there were two pubs within two minutes walk!”

We had a lovely stay :)

- Miss Cox, February 2018
Mr Angell December 2017

“Everything is provided, We arrived late evening, but they'd left the lights on, and a welcoming bottle of wine and some CHOCOLATES!”

- Mr Angell, December 2017
Miss Randall November 2017

“This is our second time at the barn.”

Fantastic stay. The gate inn does fabulous food and great value for the high quality food. Close to Matlock bakewell Buxton Alton towers etc. The barn has everything you should need, the owners make sure you have a home from home setting. I'm sure we will return again in the future.

- Miss Randall, November 2017
Mr Clayton October 2017

“We have never before been to a cottage which was so well equipped ( cake forks even) together with kitchen roll, tissues toilet rolls.”

Absolutely everything. Information from the owner was excellent. This is truly a 5-star property.

- Mr Clayton, October 2017
Mr Yeomans September 2017

“Superb cottage that the owners should be very proud of”

- Mr Yeomans, September 2017
Mrs Rowlandson August 2017

“Well equipped cottage with everything you could need.”

Beautifully presented and a great location for exploring the area.

- Mrs Rowlandson, August 2017
Mrs Leonard May 2017

“The accommodation was first class and the little touches eg shampoo, ...”

The accommodation was first class and the little touches eg shampoo, conditioner, a phone call from the owner to ensure everything was ok Would definitely recommend this accommodation and would not hesitate to go again

- Mrs Leonard, May 2017
Ms Ellis March 2017

“Fab cottage and the owners where great!”

Will be booking to come back again!

- Ms Ellis, March 2017
Mrs Humphreys March 2017

“The barn was exactly as described.”

It was lovely and clean, with everything that you would need for a stay, it was very well equipped. Will definitely go back again.

- Mrs Humphreys, March 2017
Ms Howard February 2017

“We loved the location of the barn; Brassington is very picturesque and close to many places of interest.”

The barn itself was really lovely and full of character. I will be recommending it to friends and family.

- Ms Howard, February 2017
Mrs Muldoon November 2016

“Lovely cottage in delightful village.”

Owners have been very thoughtful in the facilities provided. Great location for cycling and walking. Would like to return to explore more.

- Mrs Muldoon, November 2016
Mrs Potter October 2016

“This was a really fantastic location - the village itself is peaceful and quiet but is a short car ride to so many different areas and the barn is so comfortable and cozy.”

Everything we required for the week was there and the owners were very helpful at all points. We would reccomend this barn and are really hoping to go back at some point!

- Mrs Potter, October 2016
Mrs Majid August 2016

“Lovely comfortable cottage, spic and span, all mod cons, fluffy towels and comfortable beds.”

- Mrs Majid, August 2016
Mrs Browning July 2016

“A lovely cottage in a very quiet location.”

- Mrs Browning, July 2016
Dr Williams May 2016

“A beautiful house in a lovely setting, with great pubs locally and great access to the National Trust properties nearby.”

- Dr Williams, May 2016
Miss Bagshaw March 2016

“A lovely cottage with friendly owners in a beautiful village.”

A "home from home" to really relax.

- Miss Bagshaw, March 2016
Mrs Hufton November 2015

“Fabulous accommodation with a very friendly owner.”

It was lovely, warm and comfortable.

- Mrs Hufton, November 2015
Mr Carver March 2015

“A very nice, comfortable and well equipped cottage finished to a high standard.”

In a lovely village and area with good pubs for food in the village and nearby. There was good local information in the cottage.

- Mr Carver, March 2015
Mrs Barnes December 2014

“Liked everything!”

Great location and friendly village with two public houses. Gorgeous accommodation with very thoughtful and kind owners. Loved everything about it.

- Mrs Barnes, December 2014
Miss Paliakaite November 2014

“All the directions provided were helpful and the cottage is beyond beautiful.”

It felt like home, all the house is set up for a stay. Beautiful and comfortable beds, fluffy big white towels and a lot of attention to detail makes the property exceptional. Thank you to the owners (you made our first trip as a married couple amazing!) and we will be definitely coming back to stay and recommend our friends and family.

- Miss Paliakaite, November 2014
Mrs Tee October 2014

“This cottage was excellent: beautifully clean, very well-appointed, lots of little extra touches from the owners.”

The bed was super comfy with lovely, crisp white bed linen and the cottage was very warm which was wonderful to return to at the end of a long hike, especially if it was raining outside.

- Mrs Tee, October 2014
Mr Cheesman October 2014

“The Cottage was extremely well equipped in every area.”

Comfortable beds, very good standard of linen and towels with everything at hand. Very well thought through with best quality white goods also.

- Mr Cheesman, October 2014
Mrs Brooke August 2014

“Dragon Hill Barn was lovely, newly decorated and had everything we needed and more.”

There were lots of thoughtful touches which made it a "home from home" stay - a great cottage!

- Mrs Brooke, August 2014
Mrs Hill June 2014

“Lovely cottage with very comfy beds in an ideal location for exploring the local area.”

- Mrs Hill, June 2014
Mrs Rothery June 2014

“We had a very happy holiday here.”

- Mrs Rothery, June 2014
Mr Child May 2014

“Perfect accomodation.”

Very clean and well kitted out. Well situated for all that the Peaks has to offer.

- Mr Child, May 2014
Mrs Hill April 2014

“The barn is outstanding and renovated to an exceptional level.”

Very comfortable for a family of four. Would recommend highly.

- Mrs Hill, April 2014
Mrs Preston April 2014

“A great base to explore the Peak District.”

The cottage was superb, tastefully decorated and a pleasure to stay in.

- Mrs Preston, April 2014
Mr Reay December 2013

“Great cottage, very clean and warm.”

The best we have ever stayed in. Perfect Christmas cottage. the owners put up a tree and some decorations. Kitchen facilities were perfect, beds really comfy. Excellent cottage we really cant find a negative point and will 100% look to going back again.

- Mr Reay, December 2013
Mr Matthews November 2013

“The cottage is perfect for home from home comforts.”

The two pubs are minutes from the cottage door. There are lots of walks to do either by a short drive away to the start point, or from the cottage. The cottage is a credit to the owners.

- Mr Matthews, November 2013
Mrs Fern November 2013

“It was snug and cosy, very welcoming, and had all the facilities you would need.”

Great location, with 2 good pubs both serving food within 3 minute walk. All in all, nothing to dislike!

- Mrs Fern, November 2013
Mr Lannon October 2013

“Great cottage in a great location.”

The cottage is ideal for 4 people. It is well equipped and clean. There is plenty to do in the area.

- Mr Lannon, October 2013
Mrs Bean October 2013

“The cottage was a perfect little haven.”

We absolutely loved it.

- Mrs Bean, October 2013
Ms Fraser October 2013

“Lovely village location.”

Very modern and well equipped cottage. Great pub around the corner.

- Ms Fraser, October 2013
Mr Greenhalgh June 2013

“The information/tourist brochures were very well arranged in folders, making finding things you preferred quick & easy.”

Special slips were provided to inform the owners if there were any issues to be fixed, such as light bulbs to be changed, this shows the owners are keen to respond to small issues quickly.

- Mr Greenhalgh, June 2013
Mr Sirett May 2013

“A delightful cottage, immaculately presented and in a good position to tour the southern part of the Peak District.”

We would certainly book this cottage again.

- Mr Sirett, May 2013
Mrs Davies April 2013

“It was a very relaxing place to be.”

The barn was comfortable in a scenic area.

- Mrs Davies, April 2013
Mrs Tipler March 2013

“Beautiful cottage in a stunning location.”

- Mrs Tipler, March 2013
Miss Salsbury November 2012

“Very comfortable and cosy cottage - everything finished to a high standard.”

- Miss Salsbury, November 2012
Mrs Pendlebury November 2012

“Loved the cottage and it's location.”

Log burner is a great asset for those dark evenings at this time of year.

- Mrs Pendlebury, November 2012
Ms Cadden October 2012

“The owners had provided lots of extra finishing touches which made it feel like home from home.”

The quality of everything from bedlinen to crockery was very good and tasteful.

- Ms Cadden, October 2012
Mr Turner October 2012

“The sitting of the cottage was excellent for local walks and attractions.”

The cottage was cosy, comfortable and well-equipped. We felt quite at home there.

- Mr Turner, October 2012
Mrs Atkinson September 2012

“Everything we could have wished for, very happy with the property and the owners phoned twice to check we had everything we needed, highly recommend.”

- Mrs Atkinson, September 2012
Mrs Dean September 2012

“The barn was so different to our other accommodation with a true village atmosphere.”

- Mrs Dean, September 2012
Mr Fielding September 2012

“Generally the property was as stated, clean and met our needs.”

Owner was helpful. Location was very good for walking, cycling and pubs. Cosy nights in with log burner.

- Mr Fielding, September 2012
Mr Clements August 2012

“Great cottage in a great location.”

- Mr Clements, August 2012
Mrs Plain July 2012

“A lovely cottage in a beautiful setting.”

- Mrs Plain, July 2012
Mrs McCarthy July 2012

“This is a lovely, cosy cottage.”

A real home from home with everything you need to enjoy a wonderful break. The king side bed was really comfortable and the large sofa's were perfect for chilling out after a day out. There is a great pub with amazing food just a few minutes from the house, but if you choose to cook in the kitchen, its modern, clean and well equipped. A definite keeper.

- Mrs McCarthy, July 2012
Mrs Simpson June 2012

“The cottage was geared to making it a home from home - it was outstanding - the added bonus was the beautiful scenery around that area.”

As members of the National Trust we never seemed to have to travel too far to see the gardens and houses. Pity the weather wasn't kinder - however, it didn't stop us from doing the things we had planned. Thank you Sykes we believe you have the best cottages available and at a most reasonable cost, we'll be back.

- Mrs Simpson, June 2012
Mr De'ath May 2012

“We liked absolutely everything, the weather wasn't so kind so every evening we had a lovely fire.”

A real 'home from home' - perfect.

- Mr De'ath, May 2012
Mrs Ferdinando February 2012

“The property was extremely well equipped, warm and comfortable and in a good location.”

Good pub round the corner. Easy parking right outside. Good base for exploring the Peak District.

- Mrs Ferdinando, February 2012
Mrs Murphy December 2011

“The barn conversion was stunning.”

It was extremely well equipped and the village of Brassington was gorgeous. The location worked well for local amenities and we thoroughly enjoyed the whole weekend there. The wood burning stove was particularly good fun and effective!

- Mrs Murphy, December 2011
Mr McNally November 2011

“The cottage was very homely and comfortable, we didn't want to leave!”

- Mr McNally, November 2011
Miss Edwards September 2011

“The cottage was very well equipped - plenty of DVD's, CD's and books were kindly supplied by the owner if you wanted to use them.”

Also plenty of condiments and cleaning items supplied, which was thoughtful. The village was very picturesque and the cottage was close to many pretty villages and interesting places to visit. The two pubs were in walking distance and great for food, drink and a chat with the locals. It made a very good and comfortable base.

- Miss Edwards, September 2011
Mrs Eaves September 2011

“The cottage was in a very good location to enable us to get to all parts of the Peak District.”

The village is nice, with 2 pubs and other restaurants nearby. The amenities of the barn were very good with a lovely small outdoor space with seating.

- Mrs Eaves, September 2011
Mrs Bagshaw July 2011

“It really was a home from home.”

Everything we needed and very comfortable for all of us, including our 13 month old daughter. Lovely location too.

- Mrs Bagshaw, July 2011
Mrs Cooper July 2011

“A 'home from home'.”

- Mrs Cooper, July 2011
Mr Hippey May 2011

“Great area for activities, lots to see and do.”

Comfortable cottage.

- Mr Hippey, May 2011
Mr Manning May 2011

“Lovely area and beautiful cottage!”

- Mr Manning, May 2011
Mrs Mason May 2011

“Ideal base for touring the area, everywhere within easy reach.”

Cosy and comfortable.

- Mrs Mason, May 2011
Mrs Walker March 2011

“Fantastic property, cosy and warm.”

Great walks from the door step. Thank you very much.

- Mrs Walker, March 2011
Mrs Williams October 2010

“Lovely property.”

Great location. Log burner on cold nights.

- Mrs Williams, October 2010
Mr Sizer October 2010

“Dragon Hill Barn was a cute and cosy base to explore the Peak District.”

It was a pleasure to return to 'our little barn' at the end of the day.

- Mr Sizer, October 2010
Mrs Augier September 2010

“It was beautiful accommodation in a very good situation for exploring Derbyshire.”

One of the best properties we have stayed in.

- Mrs Augier, September 2010
Mr Bourner May 2010

“Excellent conversion and use of space inside.”

Very convenient for nightlife in Buxton, which has a lovely theatre.

- Mr Bourner, May 2010
Mr Lee May 2010

“Beautiful house in lovely area.”

Very well appointed.

- Mr Lee, May 2010
Mr Cossor May 2010

“A lovely clean and fresh property, nice bed linen, perfect for a family of four.”

The village is beautiful and general location ideal for exploring Dovedale and the Peaks.

- Mr Cossor, May 2010
Mrs Gallagher January 2010

“Cottage in good location, near beautiful scenery.”

A fine collection of tombs at St. Oswald's Church in Ashbourne.

- Mrs Gallagher, January 2010
Mrs Wilbraham December 2009

“A perfect retreat away from the hustle and bustle.”

A great place to relax and unwind from everyday life. Very cosy and welcoming - great wood burning fire. Well equipped and a great location for exploring the surrounding area. Would definitely return.

- Mrs Wilbraham, December 2009
Mr England November 2009

“Wonderful location and friendly villagers.”

- Mr England, November 2009
Mr Conroy October 2009

“The location of the property was excellent, a very quiet village with two pubs would recommend the "Old Gate".”

The owner is very nice.

- Mr Conroy, October 2009
Mr Harcourt September 2009

“Excellent accommodation in a lovely area.”

This is a well equipped and comfortable cottage.

- Mr Harcourt, September 2009
Mr Cann August 2009

“The location of the cottage was great for cycling and visiting Derbyshire.”

Cottage very well presented and great value for money. The owner was very helpful.

- Mr Cann, August 2009
Mr Lee August 2009

“Loved the location, ideal for walks and close to activities eg.”

Carsington Water, Heights of Abraham and Alton Towers.

- Mr Lee, August 2009
Mrs Wall July 2009

“Carsington Water Reserve is close by to the property and has excellent facilities for children.”

- Mrs Wall, July 2009
Mrs Hunter July 2009

“The friendliness of the locals and the local pub!”

Also the owner was fantastic.

- Mrs Hunter, July 2009
Mrs Watkinson June 2009

“The cottage was in a nice location for enjoying Derbyshire”

- Mrs Watkinson, June 2009
Mr Palmer May 2009

“Excellent property in a great location, check out the Gate pub for great food.”

- Mr Palmer, May 2009
Miss Stockings April 2009

“We loved the location, the building and the way in which the cottage had been furnished.”

The wood burning stove was a real plus.

- Miss Stockings, April 2009
Robinson April 2009

“What a fabulous cottage!”

Immaculate inside and out. Perfectly placed in a lovely village with a couple of nice pubs. Within easy driving distance of tourist attractions and super walks from the doorstep. We have already recommended it to many of our friends.

- Robinson, April 2009
Mr Smithson April 2009

“We had a great holiday and we were very impressed with the Barn.”

The property is near a great reservoir and the two local pubs serve good food.

- Mr Smithson, April 2009
Mrs Davies March 2009

“Lovely place.”

Nicely furnished. Flowers a nice touch!

- Mrs Davies, March 2009
Mr Cavanagh March 2009

“Good location, excellent facilities and a fantastic cottage.”

- Mr Cavanagh, March 2009
Mr Bointon February 2009

“Dragon Hill Barn has been developed and furnished to a superb standard throughout and is a very comfortable place to stay.”

- Mr Bointon, February 2009
Mrs Cooper January 2009

“Great place in a lovely part of the country.”

Cool pubs nearby as well as lots of tourist attractions. Would happily go back to Dragon Hill Barn or indeed live there!

- Mrs Cooper, January 2009
Ms Mitchell January 2009

“Beautiful village, two pubs, lovely walks and a relaxing home to come back to.”

- Ms Mitchell, January 2009
Mr Deacon December 2008

“Gorgeous location, the barn conversion was superb and on the morning of my other halves birthday there was snow on the ground!”

! Excellent.

- Mr Deacon, December 2008
Mr Kent October 2008

“Good location, 2 pubs serving meals, walks and bike rides from door.”

Very clean new property. Comfortable beds, good shower, excellent towels.

- Mr Kent, October 2008
Mr Jennings October 2008

“Lovely cottage in a lovely setting.”

- Mr Jennings, October 2008
Mr Baron October 2008

“The cottage was lovely and the log fire was a bonus.”

Bedrooms were great and everything was very clean.

- Mr Baron, October 2008
Mrs Shepherd September 2008

“The location of Dragon Hill Barn is great to easily reach surrounding attractions.”

The Barn has been sympathetically restored to a high standard and retains a very homely feel in a quiet village. We would definitely stay there again and recommend to other friends.

- Mrs Shepherd, September 2008
Mrs Anderson July 2008

“Beautiful cottage, Beautiful village, plenty of country pubs in the area serving good food.”

Only 20 mins from Bakewell.

- Mrs Anderson, July 2008
Mrs Lague June 2008

“Lovely accommodation, could not fault it!”

- Mrs Lague, June 2008
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The property

A charming, 16th century stone-built barn conversion, with particular attention to detail in its renovation, this is a truly outstanding Peak District cottage.

Many original features are retained, while at the same time the barn is well equipped with modern appliances, granite worktops in the kitchen, inviting woodburner and comfortable furnishings to provide guests with a delightful stay.

A romantic retreat or cosy family base, this Peak District cottage is in the centre of the picturesque village of Brassington, boasting a beautiful Norman church, historic streets, two quaint pubs and a children's play area.

Numerous walks from the doorstep lead into the scenic Peak District National Park and tranquil Carsington Water, with lots of activities such as cycling, walking, watersports, an adventure playground and a waterside restaurant.

This Peak District cottage boasts an open plan living area with cosy seating around the woodburning stove, a fully-equipped kitchen with dining area, two elegant bedrooms, a contemporary shower room and an additional ground floor cloakroom, ensuring guests will be delighted with their stay. Alton Towers, Matlock Farm Park, Chatsworth House and Kedleston Hall are all a short drive away, as are pretty Matlock Bath, Ashbourne, Bakewell and Buxton.

An ideal Peak District cottage for a relaxing and enjoyable holiday at any time of year.

Summary

Two bedrooms with TV: 1 x king-size double, 1 x twin
Shower room with shower, basin & WC
Ground floor WC & basin
Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area & raised sitting area with woodburner.
Electric storage heaters with woodburner
Electric oven & induction hob, microwave, Nespresso machine, fridge/freezer, three drawer freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, 3 x TVs with Freeview, Blu-ray/DVD, FM/DAB/internet-enabled radio, iPod dock and Bluetooth player, WiFi
Small library of books/DVDs
Fuel, power and logs for woodburner inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Cot and highchair available on request
Quiet roadside parking directly outside property
Secluded, attractive patio seating area with garden furniture, BBQ & space for bicycles
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop 4 miles, village pub 1 min walk

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About the location

BRASSINGTON

Carsington Water 2 miles; Matlock 8 miles.

The attractive and unspoilt conservation village of Brassington is perched on a hillside on the outskirts of the Peak District National Park in the midst of glorious open countryside. It is a traditional Peaks, limestone village with many cottages dating back to the 17th and 18th centuries. There are two pubs (both serving good food), and further amenities are available in nearby Matlock, Ashbourne and Bakewell. Close by is beautiful Carsington Water, covering 750 acres with some of the best sailing in the country. The site also offers boating, biking and windsurfing, along with shops, a restaurant and a children’s adventure playground. An excellent base for exploring the Peak District.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Dragon Hill Barn was excellent!”

“Very high standard of accommodation in that every need was met.”

“Excellent stay in this beautiful barn conversion.”

“We were really looking forward to this holiday,having had to postpone it because of the various" lockdowns", and we were not disappointed!”

“Cosy cottage with everything you could need.”

“Amazing time at this beautiful cottage.”

“We had such a fabulous stay at Dragon Hill Barn.”

“Dragon hill barn was a well equiped self catering barn.”

“The barn was cosy, comfortable and smelled so clean.”

“A cosy, well appointed property in a quiet, picturesque village.”

“The cottage exceeded out expectations as it is really well equipped, the owners had thought of everything, and it is beautifully furnished and decorated.”

“We’d highly recommend Dragon Barn.”

“Dragon Hill Barn was home from home!”

“Wonderfully converted property.”

“Had a fantastic 4 day’s at Dragon Hill barn.”

“Lovely property, in peaceful village not far from Matlock and close to Derby.”

“Wir hatten eine sehr schöne Woche im Dragen Hill Barn.”

“Fabulous barn ,lovely location very easy to book would definitely go to Dragon Hill Barn again and use Sykes cottages .”

“It's an exceptional cottage: very clean, neat, with attention to every detail and all the facilities you can think of, charming sitting area in the back garden with lovely plant pots around you.”

“Great little cottage, friendly owners - would recommend without hesitation.”

“Very comfortable and well stocked cottage.”

“Beautifully restored barn, immaculate, very comfortable, and extremely well equipped with everything you could possibly need.”

“The owners of Dragon Hill Barn provide a very comfortable and well equipped holiday cottage.”

“Everything was brilliant about Dragon Hill Barn, we had a great holiday.”

“The owners of this cottage have done everything possible to make things more than comfortable here, everything you need is at hand .”

“The property is set in a very beautiful little village”

“Great property, comfortable beds and good quality throughout.”

“Very high standards throughout the cottage, lovely warm and cosy, great location in a lovely quiet village setting with local pubs, .”

“This is a little gem of a barn conversion, it is well set out and very homely.”

“We found that the owners had gone over and beyond what we would have expected, with all of the thoughtful little extras.”

“Dragons barn is a very comfortable holiday place.”

“Stayed at dragon hill barn recently as going to RHS flower show at Chatsworth House, good location for visiting the many local attractions.”

“Be aware that there is no serve yourself shop at the miners pub and no food at the bar.”

“Property, village and friendliness of owners totally first class”

“I'd heartily recommend Dragon Hill Barn as a holiday cottage is you are wanting to be based very near to the south of the Peak District.”

“We’ve stayed in many properties but this one just welcomed us in and we felt comfortable straight away.”

“Well they said it was going to snow and boy did it snow!”

“The location was great, the cottage had everything we needed and more, and there were two pubs within two minutes walk!”

“Everything is provided, We arrived late evening, but they'd left the lights on, and a welcoming bottle of wine and some CHOCOLATES!”

“This is our second time at the barn.”

“We have never before been to a cottage which was so well equipped ( cake forks even) together with kitchen roll, tissues toilet rolls.”

“Superb cottage that the owners should be very proud of”

“Well equipped cottage with everything you could need.”

“The accommodation was first class and the little touches eg shampoo, ...”

“Fab cottage and the owners where great!”

“The barn was exactly as described.”

“We loved the location of the barn; Brassington is very picturesque and close to many places of interest.”

“Lovely cottage in delightful village.”

“This was a really fantastic location - the village itself is peaceful and quiet but is a short car ride to so many different areas and the barn is so comfortable and cozy.”

“Lovely comfortable cottage, spic and span, all mod cons, fluffy towels and comfortable beds.”

“A lovely cottage in a very quiet location.”

“A beautiful house in a lovely setting, with great pubs locally and great access to the National Trust properties nearby.”

“A lovely cottage with friendly owners in a beautiful village.”

“Fabulous accommodation with a very friendly owner.”

“A very nice, comfortable and well equipped cottage finished to a high standard.”

“Liked everything!”

“All the directions provided were helpful and the cottage is beyond beautiful.”

“This cottage was excellent: beautifully clean, very well-appointed, lots of little extra touches from the owners.”

“The Cottage was extremely well equipped in every area.”

“Dragon Hill Barn was lovely, newly decorated and had everything we needed and more.”

“Lovely cottage with very comfy beds in an ideal location for exploring the local area.”

“We had a very happy holiday here.”

“Perfect accomodation.”

“The barn is outstanding and renovated to an exceptional level.”

“A great base to explore the Peak District.”

“Great cottage, very clean and warm.”

“The cottage is perfect for home from home comforts.”

“It was snug and cosy, very welcoming, and had all the facilities you would need.”

“Great cottage in a great location.”

“The cottage was a perfect little haven.”

“Lovely village location.”

“The information/tourist brochures were very well arranged in folders, making finding things you preferred quick & easy.”

“A delightful cottage, immaculately presented and in a good position to tour the southern part of the Peak District.”

“It was a very relaxing place to be.”

“Beautiful cottage in a stunning location.”

“Very comfortable and cosy cottage - everything finished to a high standard.”

“Loved the cottage and it's location.”