Barn Owl

This holiday cottage exceeded all our expectations!

The cottage was immaculate and packed with thoughtful touches, from a lovely welcome hamper and a useful guide on the local area. The hosts were incredibly helpful but gave us complete privacy. A perfect 5-star experience and a great location to explore the stunning Derbyshire Dales.

Absolutely stunning cottage, great location secluded quite and relaxing, does what it says on the tin, Brilliant host very helpful, great knowledge of the local area, fantastic get away highly recommended.

Definitely more than 5 stars, a beautiful cottage in stunning grounds!

The cottages are a credit to the owners, beautiful furnishings and it has everything you could need! The welcome pack is brilliant the best we’ve ever seen, more than generous! Could not fault this cottage at all. The owners are so lovely, friendly and helpful. They can’t do enough to make your stay as comfortable as possible. David was so helpful from the very beginning when we got lost! He is such a friendly and helpful gentleman who gave us lots of advice of where to visit. It’s in a lovely area with plenty to see. The cottage is so peaceful and quiet with lots of wildlife to see. Can’t recommend this cottage highly enough! Thank you David and Andrea for our lovely stay, we will be back!

Extremely comfortable cottage in spacious grounds.

Nicely presented with everthing you need. Totally unexpected, was a really useful welcome hamper that was thoroughly enjoyed. We cycle, so found it convenient for nearby cycle trails. However, some days we spent time in the gardens sitting, reading and perhaps nodding. Enjoying the peace and quiet, just the sounds of bird song and the distant bleating of sheep and cattle. Only six miles from busy Derby but the grounds were a peaceful oasis if you just want to relax. We enjoyed meeting David & Andrea, the owners, who live on site in the large adjacent house. Cheerful, friendly and immediately available for any minor issue. Of the few places we've visited it's one we would consider returning to.

So quiet and peaceful, had a relaxing stay.

No need to bring extras like cling film, kitchen roll,shower gel etc, all supplied.plus a lovely welcome basket. Owners very friendly and helpful, nothing too much trouble. Kath and Neil,Nottingham.

We were very impressed with the welcome pack.

We appreciated David’s help during the week. All in all we had a lovely week.

This is our 3rd stay, the 4th is already booked.

We are so lucky to have found this place. We are originally from the Derby so visit the area frequently to visit family and friends. We feel so lucky to have found the barn (after staying in so many previous disappointing properties in the area), this is just the best place to relax and unwind. David and Andrea are perfect hosts - they really can’t do enough to make your stay exceptional from the minute you arrive The barn is so well equipped a really special home from home 10 out of 10 every time from us - PERFECT

Beautifully appointed accommodation.

Everything provided was of high quality. The owners were helpful but not intrusive. We were lucky to be there when the rose bushes were in bloom, their scent was gorgeous. We hope to return and will recommend to others.

Absolutely beautiful home from home stay in an equally beautiful location.

David was so kind and so helpful. We'll be back to stay again for sure.

A brilliant place and we were warmly welcomed.

We would not hesitate in highly recommending a stay. We will return.

Great property on the edge of the Derbyshire Dales.

In the middle of farmland it was very quiet with only the owners and one additional semi detached holiday cottage on the site. David was an exemplary host being very friendly and chatty. Property had everything you need for your stay. Recommended!

Lovely quiet space , everything we needed and more , fantastic hamper was a welcome treat

A perfect location, & perfect hosts.

Nothing was too much trouble. A real home from home. Thank you David & Andrea .

Excellent Accommodation, David and Andrea could not have done more to make our stay better.

They were most welcoming. Cosy and Warm every room. Would love to return soon. Jo & Brian Harper.

We stayed at Barn Owl at easter for 3 nights and it was amazing.

The place is more than enough for 2 people, very comfortable warm and close to NT sites, pubs and markets. We were welcomed by David and a wonderful hamper, including eggs, tea, a bottle of prosecco and essential kitchen staples, we much appreciated the thoughtfulness of David and Andrea making the house as welcoming as possible. It's located right next to their garden so we looked out for birds and rabbits, it was fun and calm weekend. Many thanks and hope to visit you again!

What a peaceful place!

A lovely one bedroom cottage in a quiet but convenient location. Plenty of space and everything you need and more. A lovely welcome from David and a week spent exploring the sights and watching the wildlife. Thanks for a great stay, hopefully see you again.

very good, exactly as listed.

Equipped to a high standard. A very nice welcome basket on arrival! thanks!

Hello, I recently came to Barn Owl for 5 nights.

It is beautiful, the accomation is excellent. The furnishings and kitchen facilities were very classy, as was the bedroom. The bathroom could be accessed from the bedroom or from the lounge area, very convenient. It included the T.V. and WiFi. The setting was wonderful, surrounded by fields and trees, very relaxing. I would definitely return, I didn’t want to leave!! Loved it, the owner David and his wife were very nice and helpful. Highly recommend it. Thank you. Penny Cornish

We moved away from the area 4 years ago and come back a couple of times a year to visit family and friends We’ve stayed in some lovely accommodation but this has topped the charts we are just back from our 2nd visit and the 3rd is already booked Fabulous accommodation and hosts nothing is too much trouble Location is so tranquil and so much wildlife too A perfect place for us to chill after hectic days visiting family and friends

Lovely accommodation, with everything you need.

Warm and welcoming. very friendly host. Really enjoyed my stay.

From arriving to leaving everything was wonderful.

We were warmly welcomed by David even though it was raining. There was a very generous welcome hamper and the bed linen was superb. David did everything possible to accommodate my husband who is disabled. I would definitely recommend Barn Owl as a holiday home.

We come up this way pretty regularly to visit our family and we’re so pleased to have found this little gem - a perfect place to relax after a busy day.

What a beautiful place. So much attention to detail from the crockery to the bed linen. The views are spectacular and the hosts are wonderful, nothing is too much trouble. We’ve already booked it for our next visit.

My wife Glenda and I spent three nights at Owl Barn, based on previous reviews and how right they were!

It is a most beautiful property in a lovely location with hares and rabbits running around outside. Inside is gloriously light and airy with everything one would need for a stay. Having been welcomed by David we were met by an amazing hamper of goodies, way beyond anything we have encountered elsewhere. It really is as good as it gets and is the ideal place to stay for any couple visiting the area. A huge thank you to David and Andrea and many congratulations on what you have achieved. Best wishes. Malcolm and Glenda

A most welcoming and wonderful stay, it was hard to leave!

The cottage is set in wonderful grounds and the wildlife didn't disappoint. We couldn't fault anything about our stay, it was wonderful value and very well appointed with lovely accessories and a lovely wee log burner for those darker nights. A great base to visit many wonderful things too - would HIGHLY recommend - thank you for such a wonderful stay!

We found it excellent.

David welcomed us and provided a walk through the accommodation,m leaving us a very generous breakfast basket. The location is well placed for visiting White Peak attractions and supplies shopping in either Belper or Ashbourne. There are pleasing cafes (garden centres and farm shop) and pub restaurants locally. The gardens and orchards surrounding the property are stunning yet restful. We'll very happily return.

A very warm welcome by David and an excellent welcome basket.

He was very helpful suggesting places to go as well as places to eat. Barn Owl was extremely comfortable and the surroundings were very peaceful. We'd have no hesitation in recommending the cottage and hope to return. Thanks again, Alan.

We had a fantastic stay at barnowl David was an amazing host Very clean and tidy What an amazing comfortable bed Welcome hamper was a treat Grounds were a sight to see with Rabbits Hares and grouse all around And very quiet so enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere Shower was hot and relaxing Would highly recommend a stay here as close to Derby Chloes tea room just a short distance which was 10/10

Best hosts and property we have ever stayed in.

A lovely little cottage in a relaxing location, and well positioned for many local attractions.

Highly recommended.

We really enjoyed our stay at Barn Owl.

David and Andrea made us very welcome. I’m a wheelchair user with limited mobility and immediately David provided a disability stool and toilet frame for the bathroom. Andrea also sent me some magazines to look at while my Husband was away at the Derby Train Exhibition. The cottage is beautifully decorated and spotlessly clean. The Gardens are beautiful. Use of garden chairs and cushions. The welcome Basket was a special touch. Thank you both, Sue and Chris

This is our second visit to Barn Owl.

Again we received a very warm welcome from David and a welcome hamper packed with goodies. The property is decorated with quality furnishings, extremely well equipped and lovely and peaceful. We really enjoyed sitting out watching all the different birds, rabbits and hares. This time we found a lot of flies came in which were a nuisance but I suppose to be expected in the countryside so just could have done with fly spray. There are a few pubs within 5 to 10 min drive and its a short drive from Ashbourne town and Derby city centre. We know we are well looked after there so would happily return.

We received a warm welcome from David and a lovely gift hamper which was much appreciated.

Everything about Barn Owl was lovely. The cleanliness and quality of fixtures and fittings was above reproach. We loved the peace and quiet, the lovely garden, the hares, rabbits and pheasants wandering about. We wanted for nothing and are thrilled that we chose this property. Highly recommended. Thank you David and Andrea.

We had a very enjoyable stay.

Barn Owl is set in beautiful grounds which are well maintained by David, the owner, and the cottage is perfect for a relaxing stay for two people. The welcome pack is a lovely touch and much appreciated. Thank you!

The cottage is immaculate, comfortable and well equipped.

It sits in a beautiful garden. There was an excellent welcome basket when we arrived, and the hosts were very helpful throughout our stay. Thank you to David for his attention to detail and his friendly attitude.

David was very friendly and helpful and the cottage was lovely as it stated on Sykes website the hamper was super and a very kind gesture and much appreciated we would definitely recommend Barn Owl cottage

Lovely cottage, well equipped and very clean.

It is set in the middle of the countryside. The owner Dave was very friendly and helpful.

Our 2nd time here and was as good as the first time.

.very clean and comfortable

David and Andea madev us very welcome and were on hand if we needed anything.

Lovely welcome hamper. Lovely peaceful spot in beautiful grounds. Although semi-detached the we had no noise from the attached cottage. Overcame the difficulty of finding the turning off the main road by stopping my car at the head of the track and setting my sat nav. Worked every time after that.

Lovely accommodation and setting and owner always on hand to help.

Will look forward to popping back at sometime.

We chose this property primarily because of it’s proximity to several significant N.

T. Sites, but got so much more: a friendly and welcoming owner who went over and beyond to ensure our comfort; spotlessly clean and tastefully equipped accommodation; extensive and peaceful lawns and gardens surrounded by farmland to relax in, with only hares and pheasants for company, and the constant chatter of birdsong, and some delightful discoveries to be made in the surrounding Derbyshire Dales such as Carsington Water. My only criticism would be that the path to paradise hard to find and we missed it several times. A gem of a property though. Thank you David and Amanda for a truly memorable week.

David was a lovely host, the Cottage was beautiful and extremely comfortable.

The grounds of David's home were truly lovely and we would love to return later in the year. The Welcome basket was quite the best we had ever had - delightful!. Anne

The hospitality by David was excellent, providing information on the local attractions.

The accommodation was very clean and everything needed to cook meals was supplied. David provided a welcome pack which contained a fabulous array food and drink. Definitely worth a second stay

We had a great few days and David and Andria couldn’t be more helpful

Second time at this lovely quiet cottage, we will be booking again next year.

Hosts friendly and welcoming.

The most wonderful stay at Barn Owl after getting married at Grangefields.

David and Andrea were such wonderful hosts, extremely friendly and helpful. Upon arrival we were warmly greeted by David and shown around the charming property. A lovely and thoughtful hamper was included and hugely appreciated. The area is peaceful and outrageously beautiful. We will 100% be visiting again. Cannot thank you both enough. X

We were warmly greeted by David, the owner of the property and he gave us a tour of this lovely barn.

This is a perfect base for exploring the Derbyshire Dales. Even during a very cold February, the property was very warm and inviting. There was everything we needed including a generous welcome pack and constant supply for the wood burner. We hope to return later in the year so we can enjoy the beautiful garden. Thank you, David.

Barn owl cottage is an outstanding place to stay.

A beautifully presented cottage in a lovely peaceful rural area. We received a warm welcome and tour of the cottage from the owner, David on arrival. They very kindly left a hamper with a few items for us to enjoy. This property has everything you need for a relaxing stay away. Very well furnished with a lovely spacious shower room, a comfortable bed and well equipped kitchen. There was also a log burner available to use. Although the central heating was more than enough. Very good location halfway between the city of Derby and Market town of Ashbourne. A good base for exploring Derbyshire and the southern half of Peak District.

Beautiful accommodation.

Lovely host. We would definitely return and recommend Barn Owl.

A beautiful conversion, providing lovely light, bright accommodation - modern but with the character retained.

The property is very comfortable with all the amenities you could wish for. We had a very warm welcome from the owner. plus the welcome pack is very generous and useful. The location is rural and peaceful and we're sure in the summer months a great spot to enjoy coffee or a glass of wine outside. It is approximately equidistant to Derby and Ashbourne and convenient for south Derbyshire, and from our perspective, some fantastic hiking. We had a lovely short break and would highly recommend Barn Owl.

Excellent again.

Barn Owl is a lovely place to stay.

The decor, linens, china, glassware, everything just top quality. Beautifully furnished, warm and inviting. The owner met us and made us very welcome. There was a superb Welcome basket of goodies waiting for us. Some excellent restaurants a short drive away, and the delights of the Peak District also We highly recommend this property.

Barn Owl was very clean, comfortable and well equipped and in lovely grounds.

Owner helpful and friendly and advised us on places to visit.

Super accommodation in a great location.

The owner could not have been more friendly and helpful.

Our hosts, David and Andrea made us very welcome.

David met us and was very friendly and accommodating. They had left us a wonderful welcome basket of goodies in the cottage full of lovely things to get us through the first day. It was a joy to stay in such a comfortable place surrounded by countryside but not too far from lots of attractions of the area. If we are in that part again, we would certainly go back. Well recommended.

This is by far the best holiday cottage experience we have ever had.

Barn Owl is an immaculately clean and tastefully decorated property with so many touches of luxury such as the generous welcome basket on arrival and beautiful crockery. David and Andrea were the friendliest and most attentive hosts you could ever wish for, they even bought us an anniversary card! I would 100% recommend staying here for a peaceful escape, we’re already planning our next trip!

By far the best holiday home either of us has stopped in, the owners were lovely and welcoming and provided everything you need in the property.

Both me and my partner would absolutely want to stay again.

This was a last minute booking but one of the nicest places we gave stayed.

We had a warm welcome from both David and Andrea who clearly have pride in what they have created here. There were so many nice touches, from the welcome hamper, gorgeous book, lovely smelling handwash/ shower gel to the most recent magazines. This is a real gem and so beautifully designed with quality comfortable furnishings. It was summer so we were able to sit outside and enjoy some peace and quiet. However it isn't 100% private as you are nextdoor to another barn. Its well located with a short drive into Ashbourne and Derby. There are also a few really nice restaurants nearby. Also a great base for exploring further into the peak district. The one thing to note is that our sat nav took us to the wrong place. It would be great if signage and something like reflector lights were at the end of the drive as its off a fast road. We nearly missed it every time when we returned in daylight so don't know how you'd find it in the dark.

The property was clean, tidy and modern and in a nice quiet location.

The welcome basket was a wonderful gesture. The host was very welcoming and helpful.

The cottage was lovely and the owner's so friendly & helpful.

The welcome hamper was absolutely superb! David gave us lot's of guidance & suggestions on what to do & where to visit. The gardens surrounding the cottage are absolutely beautiful. Already booked again for next year & can't wait! Thank you David & Andrea.

David and Andrea were brilliant hosts and we couldn’t fault the accommodation in any way.

Our stay last week was the most comfortable we have experienced with Sykes Cottages. We hope to return again soon.

Lovely week long stay .

Place is fabulous and David is a wonderful host and provided everything for a relaxed luxurious stay . Facilities very high quality and a great welcome basket . Would highly recommend for a relaxing stay

Loved it very welcoming and friendly.

Some nice touches to the stay. Very peaceful and quiet ideal to "get away from it all!" Would defo book again Thanks

Barn Owl is a lovely property, very clean and comfortable.

We had everything we needed for our stay. Thank you for the welcome basket, what a very thoughtful touch and much appreciated. We were made to feel so welcome by David. We really enjoyed our 6 nights stay in such a peaceful and tranquil setting. We would certainly recommend Barn Owl and hope to stay again in the future.

This is a delightful holiday cottage very well equipped and comfortable, one cannot wish for more.

The owner David was very helpful and friendly and gave some excellent advice of places to eat and visit locally. We were very appreciative of the 'welcome pack', a very kind gesture. Certainly somewhere I would recommend.

+ Goodie basket - lovely touch!

+ Smell of the bed linen - lush! + Friendliness of the host - fab! + Quality of the crockery - Sophie Conran (impressive)! - No facilities to recycle rubbish - Shower curtain needed to prevent water escaping the shower area - Oven mitt needed for microwave/oven (if there was one I could not find it). - Driveway to Barn Own - sooooo many potholes!!!! My poor car!!!! Overall, a really nice stay - thank you so much! X

2nd visit in 4 weeks previously stayed in its exact mirror image “The March Hare”.

See previous feedback, happy to stay another time in the future.

Beautiful cottage hosted by fantastic people, David and Andrea go out of their way to make you feel very welcome and comfortable.

We enjoyed a lovely, cosy, comfortable, relaxed stay. Everything about The Barn Owl is of a high standard. We are definitely going back again !

David went above and beyond being helpful and was always around if needed.

The cottage was Very peaceful and relaxing Quality of the bedding & towels was second to none. Contents of the cottage were of excellent quality. We look forward to returning as it was a very relaxing holiday Mick & Elaine.

Had a fantastic week at the Barn Owl.

The owner couldn’t have made us more welcome. Everything was perfectly considered, from the tasteful modern country decor and delicious welcome pack to the comfortable bed and amenities. Gardens are lovely and an autumnal stroll through the orchard was a pleasure. We would highly recommend this cottage, it was perfect.

A great setting seemingly miles from everywhere but actually very close to Derby and Ashbourne and Carsington Water.

A cosy cottage for a couple. Well equipped with good quality fixtures and fittings, crockery & cutlery. Good selection of utensils and cooking items. Very nice welcome pack and very helpful, friendly owners. We really enjoyed our stay here. Nice to see the local wildlife so close every day.

This cottage was amazing and cosy.

David was a great host and very welcoming. we was given a welcome basket on arrival and was shown around the cottage. The cottage was nice and spacious. Only downside was there was quite a few cobwebs, however I would still recommend booking this cottage!! Deffo worth it

From a warm welcome to a friendly goodbye our stay in Barn Owl was everything that we wanted.

Cosy cottage in a rural setting but close to attractions and amenities to cover all needs. David was lovely and very helpful in directing us towards days and evenings out. Relaxing, comfortable and good quality fixtures and fittings…….what’s not to like.

Lovely property.

Owner was very friendly and couldn't do enough for us. We had a great week.

Excellent property and very friendly owners.

Very well equipped. Super bathroom with walk in shower. Comprehensive welcome pack. Towels changed midweek which we have never experienced at other properties.

Just returned home after spending a week at the barn owl, for our 25th wedding anniversary.

We had the most lovely time, David was the most perfect host. Nothing was to much trouble for him. If your looking for a relaxing week away from the hustle and bustle of every day life then the barn owl is for you. It was everything and more. Thank you David & Andrea xx

Beautiful well equipped holiday home with a host of unexpected extras!

We were welcomed on our arrival by the owner David who was extremely helpful throughout our stay with advice on places to visit and dine. The cottage has a comprehensive range of facilities including excellent Wifi and two smart televisions. For those self catering everything is on site to benefit a comfortable stay, included are top of the range appliances with the so essential dishwasher. The acid test I guess is would you return well the answer for us is most certainly. Final thoughts, we really enjoyed the tranquility and the immaculate gardens and outside spaces. Additionally David & Andrea, provide a lovely welcome basket of essentials and goodies.

Beautiful cottage in lovely setting.

High quality fixtures and fittings. Lovely friendly host , nothing was too much trouble . Quality welcome basket which was a lovely surprise. No hesitation in recommending or returning. Thank you Dave and Andrea.

A wonderful cottage in a peaceful rural location.

Clean, comfortable and very well equipped to an exceptionally high standard. The owner, David, proved to be a great host and keen horticulturalist. It was a priviledge and a real pleasure to join him on a tour of their beautiful garden. Would definitely be happy to stay in either of the two cottages when next in the Peak District. Thank you.

Our second visit to this delightful property and Derbyshire.

David greeted us and made our stay very comfortable. A welcome basket full of goodies, just perfect. We will be back I’m sure, Cherrie and Paul Salisbury Wiltshire

We spent a very enjoyable and relaxing time at Barn Owl which was one of the best holiday cottages we have stayed in.

The property was very spacious and comfortable and of a very high standard and the large gardens surrounding the property had lots of wild life to enjoy. Everything we needed was provided which included a very generous welcome pack which was a lovely surprise. David showed us around when we arrived and was on hand to recommend places that might be of interest for us to visit in the area. We left feeling very relaxed after a very enjoyable stay and would definitely return when staying in the area again.

Wonderful stay.

Great location Quality cottage and owner could not have been anymore helpful Nice surprise was linen change in the middle of the week. Highly recommended

Lovely Accommodation, decorated to a very high spec and kept immaculately clean .

Warm and cosy - central heating with additional log fire for those chilly nights . Plenty of wood to keep it going . David was there to greet us on check in to explain how all the appliances worked in Owl Barn and give us useful information about the surrounding area. There was a lovely welcome hamper waiting for us with lots of essentials and goodies to help make our weekend perfect . The Owl Barn is situated in beautiful surroundings and a short drive away from pubs/ restaurants and shops . We really enjoyed our stay and would not hesitate in recommending this beautiful barn to anyone who would like a quiet break away in Derbyshire with the Peak District and its amazing walks so close by .

Great location with very nice pubs nearby, peaceful setting, very satisfied with our stay at Barn Owl.

Owner David is a really pleasant owner.

facilities provide everything you need. Thoroughly recommend .

We had a really lovely holiday.

The cottage is warm, cosy and beauitfully furnished, it was lovely to come back to after a day walking. Brilliant shower too! David was also a great host who made us feel very welcome. Thank you.

It took 4 hrs to find inaccurate name.

Also it is along fast road and dirt track no marking in dark.And dirt track to Barn owl.And after 2 days owner decided to do work on building joining our bedroom from half 7 in morning to 5 pm.Banging drilling etc.5 days solid.We never got to rest in bed.And one night heating of pressure drop on boiler which they knew of.And owner would at times keep walking in on us.Even when we had curtains shut at night came knocking on door.Nice facilities in bungalow.

The whole experience of staying at Barn Owl far exceeded our expectation.

David the host was very generous, very caring and made us feel most welcome. We can recommend Barn Owl without hesitation.

We had a wonderful week at Barn Owl.

Cottage very cosy and comfortable. David the owner was very welcoming and gave us some good advice on the local area. Thank you David and Andrea for the very generous starter hamper, much appreciated.

5 star just doesn't do justice to this property, it is exceptional.

a truly magnificent barn conversion in a stunning situation. The comfort and facilities available make this cottage outstanding, and the care and attention from the owners who live in the farmhouse adjacent make this a special place to stay.

Where do I start.

Absolutely gorgeous cottage very peaceful and relaxing. All modern and literally has everything you would need. David and andrea have really gone the extra mile with these cottages. Arrived here Friday and don't want to go home. David has been exceptional always on hand if we need anything. Absolutely fantastic grounds and views. Fire pit was an added bonus on our weekend away. We will definitely be returning thankyou for your hospitality. Fabulous weekend away with fiance.. just what we needed with our busy lifestyle

David and Andrea are there for you whenever you need them Lovely couple Loved every minute of 3 weeks stay Jose and Keith Attwood

Excellent week spent at Barn Owl Cottage.

Welcoming and helpful owner. Nicely furnished and well equipped, all to a high standard. Peaceful setting surrounded by gardens and countryside. Very comfortable and enjoyable stay.

We had a lovely stay in a perfect little cottage.

Very clean and comfortable and equipped with everything we needed for our stay. David and Andrea were very friendly and accessible should we need them. Beautiful and peaceful grounds but near to good pubs and restaurants. One of our favourite holiday cottages.

We had a fabulous stay.

The cottage was comfortable and had everything you needed. It is in a lovely spot very quiet and relaxing. David and Andrea very welcoming. Would definately book again.. loved the wildlife too... especially the cute little rabbits..!!

Beautiful home from home.

Everything you could possibly want from a cottage. Perfect location for exploring the local area. Perfect.

We had such a fantastic time in this lovely property over our Easter break, huge thanks to David and Andrea for being so welcoming throughout our stay.

The cottage was well equipped with all we needed and all the facilities were in good condition, the fireplace made for a great place to rest after a fun day's activities in the local area. The setting of the property, away from the road and surrounded by fields made for a great detox from city living. We visited Denby Pottery Village, Carsington Water, Go-Ape Buxton and a handful of National Trust Properties, all lovely spots to spend the day and within an hour's drive. We can highly recommend this property to anyone and definitely anticipate another visit in the future!

This was a great experience.

“Barn Owl” is superbly equipped, all facilities of the highest quality. The cottage owners have worked very hard to achieve this standard and as a result we enjoyed our best holiday ever. Nothing is too much trouble for David and Andrea and we thank them most sincerely for sharing their beautiful grounds with us. It is our intention to return again in the near future.

A relaxing week in a comfortable cottage with all mod cons and great shower.

Beautiful surroundings, a fabulous welcome hamper and David is on hand to help with anything. Can't wait to go back again!

A beautiful well appointed property with first rate facilities.

A lovely welcome by the owners and beautiful basket full of goodies to greet us. Faultless and we will definitely return Cherrie and Paul from Wiltshire

Thank you so much Andrea and David we had such a comfortable stay, especially after walking up and down dale!

We also enjoyed the lovely hamper which was very thoughtful. Thank you again and we would love to come back as more hiking to be done!

This was our fourth stay at Barn Owl, and, as always, the proprietors, David and Andrea, were kind and helpful, for which we offer our sincere thanks.

We intend to return, as there is much more that we want to see and do in that part of our lovely country.

We had a wonderful stay at Barn Owl for a week in February.

The log burner was great and made it really cosy, but even without the fire burning it was still comfortably warm. The cottage was beautifully furnished and clean. The hamper provided was a lovely touch. Thank you to David for being such a great host and suggesting nearby places of interest and good pubs and restaurants. The only thing we could suggest is a coat stand / hook by the door to hang coats!

This was our first cottage break experience, and we had our 3 month old baby with us too and what a great first cottage break experience.

David was an amazing and helpful host. His cottage felt like we were at home with all the amenities that were provided for us. The luxurious amenities and little touches such as the hamper, things for us to read and do, the fire burner, the lush bedding and towels were just perfect. The cottage is set on beautiful private grounds really giving that faraway holiday experience. In the recommendations folder we spent a day at Matlock Bath which was only 30 minutes away. We will definitely be back, we truly loved our time at the cottage. A wonderful way to bring in the new year as new parents. Thank you David!

David made us feel very welcome on our Christmas week break.

The property was very cosy and had everything that we needed and done to an excellent standard. We really appreciated the hamper and extras for Christmas. We have booked to go back again and I’m sure it will be just as excellent as our first visit.

This place was amazing so perfect for us and the hosts are so lovely.

David was excellent host, very helpful.

Accommodation well presented with generous welcome pack. On the edge of The Peaks so enjoyed many walks in the area. We drove to a couple of excellent pubs to eat. Guests need to be aware that the turning to the property is very narrow and off a fast road…we missed it a few times especially in the dark! We loved the wood burner! Debbie and Simon

Excellent facilities and very amenable hosts who couldn t do enough for us!

Thank you for hosting us!

Lovely property in a great location, very welcoming and friendly hosts.

Great stay, thank you

Barn owl is a lovely cottage, beautifully furnished and very comfortable.

It's in a quiet, peaceful location with the lovely countryside of the Derbyshire Dale's and Peak District within a short drive. The owner was extremely friendly and welcoming and gave us lots of useful information about the area, helping us make the most of our holiday. A very generous welcome hamper and a change of towels mid week was a pleasant surprise.

This was our third stay at this cottage, and David had, once again, added new items to the inventory.

On this occasion, a fire pit!!! Everything was spot on, as always, and we look forward to returning yet again. The location is ideal for exploring the Dales and beyond and there are excellent eateries nearby.

The cottage was absolutely perfect, very clean and very well equipped and comfortable.

It was very quiet and away from the main road. There’s lots of wildlife around the cottage.(Squirrels, rabbits, hares, pheasants and birds.) There’s lots to do around this area without having to drive too far. The owner and his wife are very polite, helpful and knowledgeable of the area. There was a very generous welcome pack in the cottage for us to enjoy and we had a wonderful time. Would definitely recommend to family and friends and definitely return again.

We loved our week here, The cottage was just a perfect getaway for my daughter and I, we came to relax and unwind and explored the local areas finding some lovely walks.

The cottage had everything we needed, and we were left with a lovely welcome basket. Thank you David and Andrea your cottage is a gem we have found, can’t wait to return.

The owners were very welcoming and helpful.

They gave use great advice on where to visit, and we were well looked after. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and it was an idyllic location. We will definitely book again.

Great location, great place to stay and fabulous hosts.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at barn owl cottage and would highly recommend this property lovely barn conversion and finished to a high spec and fully equipped Home from Home welcome basket appreciated.

owners David and Andrea very hospitable Thank You George and Fatima

Absolutely delighted with the property and its grounds.

The owners David & Andrea were excellent. Fantastic welcome pack. Davids advice on the area and the local pubs and restaurants was very helpful, and nothing was too much trouble for them.Thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and would not hesitate to return.

Excellent location and really well presented property, everything of high quality.

Welcome pack was impressive, and we even got fresh towels mid week which we haven’t experienced in a cottage before. David gave us information on where to visit and places to eat which was invaluable. Overall a lovely break in an excellent cottage, wouldn’t hesitate to return and recommend to family and friends.

Absolutely fantastic Dave is a great host with a vast amount of local knowledge, him and Andrea made me and my girlfriend feel very welcome, thank you for such an enjoyable time!

Barn Owls accommodation was clean, set out well and in a lovely area.

Our welcome pack was the best we have ever had and the furnishings and equipment were above average. David (the owner) was very helpful and gave us some good information about the local area, we even had clean towels half way through our week. We will definitely use this accommodation again. Thank you

Lovely cottage in open countryside.

Very tastefully appointed with all the facilities you would need. Wi-fi and Netflix provided. Very friendly and helpful hosts on site. Excellent welcome hamper and unexpected change of towels mid-week. Highly recommended. Thank you David and Andrea for a wonderful week. We will definitely be back.

Magnificent!

My wife and I loved this place. Newly converted barn in the substantial grounds of the owners property, gives you plenty of space and peace. The accommodation is amazingly appointed. David and Andrea have not spared any expense. On arrival, well, we’ve never seen a welcome hamper like it. So generous and a lovely touch. It’s often disappointing to find basic kitchenware but not here.The finest crockery and cutlery, quality electrical appliances and glasses. To us, this is important and exceeded expectations. So lovely was the crockery, we’ve bought some for ourselves and know it’s not bargain shop branding. A lovely log burner in place and we were provided a good daily supply of wood at no expense. David is on hand when and if needed. Polite and helpful when recommending places to visit. Part way through the week, he even delivered us fresh towels without us asking. Lovely and soft quality too. There’s a new ‘Smart TV’ in the lounge and bedroom and they’ve even provided Netflix. There’s plenty of outside space to sit in the sun with a coffee or whatever but if the weathers not up to it, it’s a lovely cottage to be cosied up in. We will definitely be back.

Excellent, is the word we would use to describe every aspect of this holiday.

Our host David was friendly, helpful and nothing was too much trouble. His knowledge of the area was so informative and accurate. As for the accommodation, this exceeded our expectations on every level. The barn was immaculate and welcoming. White fluffy towels, comfortable bed, beautiful linen, it has been fitted out with luxury in mind. The hamper on arrival was another unexpected treat. We cannot recommend this holiday enough, we will definitely be returning.

This was our second stay in this cottage, and we have booked our third.

The owner, David, was again kind and helpful throughout. What more is there to say?

Barn Owl is excellent in all respects, being finished and furnished to extremely high standards.

A very generous welcome basket awaited our arrival. The cottage, along with towels and bed linen were all very clean and new. We were welcomed by David, the proprietor, who was kind and helpful throughout our stay, and we have been so impressed as to book another week.

The owners were very attentive but not invasive.

Helpful with local suggestions of where to eat. Brought a change of towels mid stay, which was unexpected but welcome. A generous, good quality welcome basket on arrival. Lovely barn conversion with very nice furnishings, and extras such as quality toiletries in the very modern bathroom. Hot water on tap also wonderful when coming in from a day walking. Would definitely recommend.

Very welcoming owner.

Pleasant garden environment. Every need catered for. Well positioned for places to visit while being quite secluded itself. Would visit again for a relaxing break.

A lovely cottage which is in a quiet, secluded part of the country.

It was clean, comfortable and well planned out by the owner. The owner was very accommodating and friendly. On vacating the premises, we did make a couple of minor suggestions to improve an already super holiday home which I'm sure will be implemented if they haven't been already. We both felt it was a shame that we didn't book a fortnight.

David was the perfect host, very welcoming and lots of great local knowledge.

The location is just on the edge of the peak district, with lots to do locally. From the welcome basket when we arrived right to the final day we enjoyed every minute. Couldn't recommend it enough and will definitely be going back if it isn't already booked.

It was a really clean, modern farm cottage.

When we arrived we were greeted by the owner who was very friendly and he made us feel right at home and showed us how everything worked and had a welcome package ready for us which was handy and a lovely bottle of Prosecco :) it was easy to get to and an ideal location to visit other places some which were recommended in a folder they had provided with information. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will recommend it to others.

Friendly, thoughtful and knowledgeable hosts, very well equipped cottage.

Perfect location for getting away from it, and also for exploring the area. High quality welcome pack which was much appreciated. Good pubs and other facilities nearby - we were recommended Denstone Hall Farm Shop and The Horseshoes for local produce and excellent food. We would have extended our stay if they hadn't been booked up. Thank you for a lovely stay. We will definitely be back. although I think we will need to book early!