Skei's Place

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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Pets Yes

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* Based on a combined average customer score (of 3 customer ratings)

24 Customer Review(s)

“Had a lovely stay at Skei's Place.”

Had a lovely stay at Skei's Place. Lovely welcome pack. Property wonderful and decorated to high standard. Dog friendly and safe for our spaniels who loved to play in the paddocks. We will be booking again.

Had a lovely stay at Skei's Place. Lovely welcome pack. Property wonderful and decorated to high standard. Dog friendly and safe for our spaniels who loved to play in the paddocks. We will be booking again.

- Mrs Hallatt, July 2018

“Fabulous place to stay, very dog ...”

Fabulous place to stay, very dog friendly, owners are very welcoming, great facilities will definately be teturning

- Mr Hayes, June 2018
“Fabulous week ar Skei’s Place, ...”

Fabulous week ar Skei’s Place, the cottage has everything you would need for your holiday ( and more). Spacious property, fitted to high standard, lovely secure private garden,( ideal for dogs and children) use of fenced paddocks/field much appreciated. The owners Sue & John so friendly and helpful. Many thanks for a great stay - and for the great welcome pack,hoping to return

- Mrs Colegate, May 2018
“Far and away the best & most dog ...”

Far and away the best & most dog friendly accommodation we have stayed in. The cottage has everything you could want and the secure garden & paddocks were perfect for our dogs to run free without worry. Owners John & Sue are extremely welcoming and hospitable and we look forward to visiting again in the future.

- Mr Harrop, May 2018
“Wonderful Cottage. Everything that ...”

Wonderful Cottage. Everything that you could possibly need. The dogs loved the Paddocks and the secure outside area. Lots of wonderful places to visit near by so ideally located. John and Sue perfect hosts and a fountain of knowledge about local areas and walks. So wonderful to wash dishes and over look the beautiful pond, ducks and Willow trees.

- Mrs Kerry, April 2018
“We had a fantastic break in this ...”

We had a fantastic break in this cottage. The owners were so friendly and helpful. The welcome pack was delightful and our 2 pooches loved the homemade treats. The paddocks and fields were also loved by them! The cottage has been finished off to a beautiful standard and contains everything you would need. Loved this holiday and would thoroughly recommend.

- Mrs Gilfillan, April 2018
“Skeis place was beautiful! It was ...”

Skeis place was beautiful! It was such a relaxing and cosy stay and a beautiful area for dog walks!! The owners were so welcoming and lovely! We would highly recommend!

- Mrs Aschettino, March 2018
“A beautiful cottage which was as ...”

A beautiful cottage which was as stated very dog friendly. Lots of safe areas to run free and fenced in paddocks if your dogs are like ours and have the urge to explore. The back garden was totally dog proof so there was no need for late night lead walks. Cottage was warm, spacious and comfortable. We would definitely recommend. A great area to explore with dog friendly pubs and places to eat everywhere we went.

- Mrs Stevens, March 2018
“The cottage was the most dog ...”

The cottage was the most dog friendly we have stayed in. It is on a road but has been made extremely dog proof. Any noise from the road is minimal and can only be heard faintly from the back bedroom, certainly not enough to impinge on our stay or sleep!.The fields and paddocks are marvellous and enjoyed immensely by our two Labradors. The cottage is spacious and really comfortable. Highly recommended.

- Mrs Lewis, February 2018

Customer would rebook this property
“Wonderful place to stay,modern but ...”

Wonderful place to stay,modern but cosy cottage,great to be able to walk the dog in a large secure area.

- Mrs King, October 2017

Customer would rebook this property
“Fabulous cottage. Very dog ...”

Fabulous cottage. Very dog friendly. Beautifully decorated throughout and owners were incredibly friendly and helpful. Will definitely return.

- Mrs Turner, September 2017

Customer would rebook this property
“High Quality Dog Friendly Accommodation”

The owners of Skei's place have thought of everything for guests. We visited with 4 people and 3 dogs. The accommodation was spacious and clean. They provided dog bowls, leads and towels and the grounds were secure so you didn't have to worry about the dogs escaping. There are also paddocks for the dogs to exercise in. The accommodation was so comfortable I felt like I was in a lovely home. The owners provide board games to while away the hours if the weather is dire (which it generally was!). We also had a welcome basket waiting for us with a bottle of wine, chocolates, tea and coffee and of course home made dog biscuits! I wouldn't hesitate in recommending Skei's Place. It's dog (and owners!) heaven

- mhm6, July 2017

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“Outstanding accommodation and beautiful setting.”

Stayed 4 nights back in January , was taken back at how lovely it was and much larger than the photos show . Really lovely owners , so welcoming and great local knowledge. My little dog Benji was delighted he had a huge field ( acre) to explore . Would definitely return , home from home with everything you need and great if you have a dog !

- DEBZYSMITZ, July 2017

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“Just a wonderful cottage. Owners ...”

Just a wonderful cottage. Owners friendly. And a wonderful place to holiday with the dog

- Mrs Lamb, June 2017

Customer would rebook this property
“Very high standard, clean and ...”

Very high standard, clean and spacious with every mod con. Gardens lovely and so dog friendly. The owners were really lovely too!

- Ms Keck, June 2017

Customer would rebook this property
“Skei's Place is by far the best dog ...”

Skei's Place is by far the best dog friendly cottage we have stayed in. The owners have obviously worked so hard to reach a very high standard and have thought of everything to make visitors and their dogs feel at home. The whole site is very secure and even though they are next to quite a busy road there is no way your pet can escape. There is a large field and two paddocks you are welcome to use for dog walking and a lovely lake just down the road that takes about twenty minutes to walk around. The cottage is very well equipped with everything you could possibly need to make your stay just perfect.!

- Mrs Delafield, April 2017

Customer would rebook this property
“Fantastic property and really ...”

Fantastic property and really welcoming hosts, couldn't have asked for more for the dogs either, as described, very dog proof!

- Miss Lane, March 2017

Customer would rebook this property
“Great accommodation and brilliant ...”

Great accommodation and brilliant Christmas welcome. The dog was extremely well catered for. Thoroughly recommend this property and the really friendly owners. Many thanks for a great Christmas break.

- Mrs Brannon, December 2016

Customer would rebook this property
“Wonderful cottage, clean, well ...”

Wonderful cottage, clean, well equipped and the hosts were very welcoming and helpful. Great base to explore from.

- Miss Lambell, November 2016

Customer would rebook this property
“Even though the cottage has only ...”

Even though the cottage has only been let to visitors since July this year, all aspects of it were superb. The size of the rooms were excellent, the furniture was first rate, the kitchen appliances were top notch and the decorations/curtaining etc. were second to none. On top of all that, our hosts, Sue and John, were very friendly and helpful. We also appreciated the safe facilities for our dogs, both attached to the cottage and the paddocks belonging to the owners. Everything about this property shouts 'come back again'.

- Mr Connolly, October 2016

Customer would rebook this property
“Beautiful cottages in very dog ...”

Beautiful cottages in very dog friendly surroundings. Lovely hosts who thought of everything when putting all the home comforts in and going the extra mile to make sure every dog need was provided for

- Mrs Simons, October 2016

Customer would rebook this property
“Fabulous property ,really friendly ...”

Fabulous property ,really friendly owners. Dogs enjoyed running around in the paddock and Alfie enjoyed jumping in the pond but not the hose down afterwards.

- Mr Baker, September 2016

Customer would rebook this property
“The cottage was fantastic, they had ...”

The cottage was fantastic, they had thought of everything, especially all the dog details, the garden was as promised, ( dog proof) the thought and care taken to think of everything someone would need was great, I would recommend this place with no hesitation

- Mrs Newsom, September 2016

Customer would rebook this property
“Lovely clean and well presented ...”

Lovely clean and well presented house with high quality fixtures and fittings. Very comfortable beds! Extremely well equipped for dogs the owners have thought of everything from bowls to holiday name tags for collars, with free access to two excerise paddocks and a secure garden it had everything our three poochies could ask for! Thank you for a lovely holiday!

- Mrs Grady, August 2016

Customer would rebook this property

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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Smoke-free
Garden / Patio
Washing machine
Broadband / WiFi

Willow Holiday Cottages

These beautifully-presented semi-detached ground floor cottages are situated next to the owners’ home in Golden Valley, three miles from the town of Alfreton in Derbyshire. These lovely cottages are ideal for couples, friends or a family with a group of up to six people wanting to explore Derbyshire and the Peak District National Park, which is within reach. They are finished to a very high and contemporary standard and have been designed from the outset to be a perfect place to holiday with your dogs. The kitchens are modern and the designer bathrooms are luxurious, whilst the sitting areas are furnished to an equally high standard. Each cottage has a secure, enclosed garden with gravelled areas and lovely decked areas where you can enjoy a spot of alfresco dining or just take in the evening air. There are also great boot room areas and dog washing areas and dog beds. The owners’ are experienced dog agility handlers and you can even try your own would-be champion on the on-site professional standard agility course. Of course you don’t need to be a dog owner to enjoy a break here. It’s a very short walk to the beautiful Codnorpark Reservoir or you could jump on a steam train at the nearby Midland Railway Centre, or even try your hand at carp fishing. There’s a good golf course nearby and plenty of attractions, inns and eateries to be found in surrounding villages, with Matlock, Bakewell and Chatsworth all within easy reach. Two superb cottages that can be enjoyed at any time of the year.

The property

A delightful semi-detached cottage ideal for two couples and up to three dogs.

As you first enter the bungalow there is a really useful boot room to hang up your kit and dry off your dogs (having washed them outside in the purpose-built dog wash area if you need to!).

You then step through to a modern, well-equipped kitchen and on to a lovely sitting room with dining area and French window out to the fully enclosed garden and gravelled area where you relax with your dog, rest assured that even the most determined escapologist is safe and secure.

Back inside and quality laminate flooring runs throughout the cottage and both double bedrooms are tastefully furnished and have beautiful designer en-suites with rain showers.

A delightful Derbyshire cottage.

Note: This cottage is next to Ref. 940399, together they sleep 6.

Accommodation

All ground floor. Two double bedrooms with en-suite shower, basin and WC. Kitchen. Utility. Sitting room with dining area.

Amenities

Oil central heating
Electric oven and induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine in boot room, Smart TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off road parking for 2 cars
Lockable bike storage
Enclosed garden with gravelled area with furniture
Three well-behaved pets welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 1 mile, pub and restaurant 3 miles
Note: There is an unfenced pond on the approach drive to the property, children must be supervised at all times.

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About the location

GOLDEN VALLEY

Riddings 1 mile; Alfreton 3 miles.

The small hamlet of Golden Valley close to the Nottinghamshire/Derbyshire border is situated a few miles from Alfreton and within reach of the Peak District National Park. A mile away is the village of Riddings, which has pubs, and a larger selection of pubs, as well as shops, supermarkets and a Post Office can be found in the town of Alfreton. Crich, the home of the National Tramway Museum is 4 miles away, and Matlock, 8 miles away, also offers a range of shops, pubs and restaurants, as well as attractions including Gulliver's Kingdom. Magnificent views down the gorge can be enjoyed from the cable car that takes visitors up to the Heights of Abraham - a great place for all the family with its show-caves, nature trail, water gardens and Owl Maze. A little bit further away is the start of the High Peak Cycle Trail, while other places to discover include the market town of Bakewell, Chatsworth House and park and Haddon Hall, with Carsington Water offering fantastic watersports - not to be missed! Ideal at any time of year!

Region Information

Peak District Cottage Holidays

This property offers the following short breaks:

Winter
Off-season
Last minute
Christmas

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Reviews & Ratings

“Had a lovely stay at Skei's Place.”

“Fabulous place to stay, very dog ...”

“Fabulous week ar Skei’s Place, ...”

“Far and away the best & most dog ...”

“Wonderful Cottage. Everything that ...”

“We had a fantastic break in this ...”

“Skeis place was beautiful! It was ...”

“A beautiful cottage which was as ...”

“The cottage was the most dog ...”

“Wonderful place to stay,modern but ...”

“Fabulous cottage. Very dog ...”

“High Quality Dog Friendly Accommodation”

“Outstanding accommodation and beautiful setting.”

“Just a wonderful cottage. Owners ...”

“Very high standard, clean and ...”

“Skei's Place is by far the best dog ...”

“Fantastic property and really ...”

“Great accommodation and brilliant ...”

“Wonderful cottage, clean, well ...”

“Even though the cottage has only ...”

“Beautiful cottages in very dog ...”

“Fabulous property ,really friendly ...”

“The cottage was fantastic, they had ...”

“Lovely clean and well presented ...”