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Ash Villa

(Ref. 1049981)

Holmfirth, Peak District & Derbyshire Dales Show on map

4.6

Sykes rating

  • 15 Guests

  • 6 Bedrooms

  • 3 Bathrooms

  • Pets Yes

Features

  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Garden / Patio
  • Highchair available
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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40 Customer Reviews

  • "Wonderful 50th birthday weekend at Ash Villa."

    The house is absolutely stunning. It worked so well for our celebrations. Space in the basement for the kids if they wanted time away from the adults. The facilities are first class. We really could not have asked for more. Special mention to Andrea who greeted our party and left us a lovely hamper.

    Reviewed by Simon5.0Sep 2024

  • "Where do I begin ."

    . We had a wonderful stay at Ash villa last weekend 6-8th September. We were met by the lovely Andrea who showed us around and was quick to respond to anything we needed . We appreciated the beautiful welcome hamper with champagne. The house is exactly or even better than the pictures . The kitchen is modern and fully equipped, all the bedrooms are spacious with really comfortable beds . The views from the house are absolutely amazing . We will definitely be staying again .

    Reviewed by Wadzanai5.0Sep 2024

  • "Great cottage!"

    We were a family of 10 with young and old and the cottage worked so well. Beautiful views out and the house itself is lovely. The bedrooms worked well for us and the cinema room was a hit! The house was clean and the kitchen very well equipped. The sofas in the lounge were plenty big enough (although could do with a few cushions I think). We had a really great week

    Thank you for your lovely feedback, and we are glad you had a lovely time. Noted re cushions in the living room. We will look into getting some! *EDIT* We now have sofa cushions for the living room! Kind Regards, Casey Property Owner

    Reviewed by Lisa5.0Jul 2024

  • "Excellent location."

    The spacious rooms exceeded our expectations. The owner was very responsive for the one or two minor issues that arose. We would stay here again.

    Hi Paul, Thank you for taking your time to review Ash Villa and thank you for the lovely feedback! I'm glad to hear you would return. Kind Regards, Casey Property Owner

    Reviewed by Paul5.0Jun 2024

  • "Awful property and owners."

    Don’t believe the reviews Countless issues with the property, owners are neglectful and unhelpful. Fridge is broken, hot water keeps running out. Downstairs basement/ bathroom reeks of urine. Basement full of spiders and attic windows are filled with red ants that came onto the beds all weekend. Cinema room has no sound, and the house was full of dust. Upon pointing out these issues to Andrea, she then accused us of damaging the property after we left which was a complete lie. Also accusing us of making too much noise when it was just a girls weekend and none of us even drink alcohol. She also accused us of not leaving the property clean, when we’d cleaned all weekend and the house was more clean when we left. We had to hoover the spiders, cobwebs and dust all weekend. Not happy at all about being accused of something we’ve not done. awful scare tactics from the owners to try to scare us into not taking the complaint further, rather than try to address the issues & take responsibility. Neither Owners were available all weekend when needed, phones kept going to voicemail or getting back to use hours later. So unprofessional and unhelpful. Not at all as advertised.

    We thank you for posting your review and at the same time, we apologise for any dissatisfaction that you might have experienced. Unfortunately we have had an extremely poor experience with Shahida and her party. Over the weekend, Andrea only received one call asking how to use the hob, which was resolved immediately. Other issues were not reported until after they had left. These included a spider on a bed, the hot water not working and the cinema room sound not working. If we had been asked over the weekend, we could have let them know how to easily rectify these issues. We would have gotten the hot water working, we would have changed the affected bed, and we would have turned on the sound system for them. We aren’t able to resolve issues that aren’t reported, if we are not given the chance to fix them. Shahida asked for a refund on departure, but we denied these for several reasons: The neighbours reported noise disruptions from Shahida & party, Ash Villa was left very unclean. We have photographic evidence of bin bags full of rubbish from upstairs in the bedrooms, stains on the beds, and a bin bag full of waste from outside. It has cost more in cleaning fees than usual. The driveway wall was damaged, with photographic evidence. It means that we have had to call a maintenance man to repair the damage, costing a significant amount in labour & materials. After the departure of Shahida & party, Andrea and I have received at least a dozen calls over the space of 2 days from Shahida & party. We have reported this to Sykes. We have also had to change key codes, gate code & installed CCTV. Some of the staff members at Ash Villa stated that they felt unnerved after their departure, and we have had to take measures to ensure their safety. As we can see from previous reviews on Sykes & Booking.com, we have an excellent rating, and we make sure that guest satisfaction is our priority. We want nothing more than future guests to have a lovely time at Ash Villa. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Shahida2.2Jun 2024

  • "We booked a weekend stay for a joint birthday and Father’s Day with 13 family members."

    Communication was great and we were welcomed on arrival. The views from the property were absolutely stunning and the bedroom layout of the property was great for large gatherings. Beds were all comfortable and the decor in the bedroom next to the cinema room was lovely! There are just a couple of things that made me not give the property a 10/10. The property on the inside overall is looking very tired. There were holes in the bedroom curtains, the living room sofas were very worn and not enough seating for all of us so we had to split ourselves between kitchen and living room. The cutlery draw is missing a pizza cutter. On arrival there was a fridge that was leaking water and a towel had been put down but we did have use of another fridge thankfully. These things didn’t put me off staying, but I think if sorted, it would then be well worth the money spent. It was a lovely stay and the location is beautiful, you won’t be disappointed!

    Hi Kelly, I am glad you enjoyed your stay, and thank you so much for your feedback. We are going to replace the sofa & armchairs very shortly, and we will get the curtains repaired as soon as there is a gap in between bookings. Thank you for informing us about the pizza cutter, we will order one straight away. I will also have a look into the fridge leaking. I'm sorry about the lack of seating in the living room. Unfortunately we can't fit anymore in the space we have. Thank you for everything. Kind Regards, Casey *EDIT* We have brand new chesterfield sofas! These are also slightly bigger than the old ones, and fit an extra two people in the living room. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Kelly4.4Jun 2024

  • "Great property and great hosts."

    Met us and showed us around and how things worked. Very friendly and welcoming. We stayed with family and would definitely stay again. Great space and plenty of room that you don’t feel squashed in. Highly recommend.

    Reviewed by Richard4.7Feb 2024

  • "Ash Villa was a great house we had a lovely time with friends."

    Andrea went above and beyond and was a great host. The location of the house was close to Holmfirth . The house was spacious and very clean. The welcome pack was great too. Would highly recommend this lovely house .

    Reviewed by Lynne4.7Jan 2024

  • "We had a great time staying at Ash Villa."

    Holmfirth is lovely and there was much more to do than we expected. Loads of interesting shops, restaurants and bars. The house was great. Lots of communal living space and nice, spacious bedrooms. Kitchen well equipped and everything explained very well by the owner. Owner was great and flexible when we arrived. All very good and a great place for us (as a group of six individuals) to stay and relax.

    Reviewed by Patrick5.0Sep 2023

  • "Enjoyed our stay as a group."

    Home is lovely and comfortable beds. Communal areas are great especially the large dining table. It would have been useful for all rooms to have a mirror. Also things like washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets, laundry detergent, barbecue lighter would all have been welcome. Communication was good and we were able to contact someone throughout our stay as needed.

    Reviewed by Rachel3.8Aug 2023

  • "Very nice property, excellent size for a family gathering."

    Really enjoyed it. Many compliments about the comfort of the beds

    Reviewed by Edward3.8Jun 2023

  • "The house is beautiful, roomy and was very clean but the bathroom information is misleading, two bathrooms are en-suite which means that 6 people share the other bathroom on the first floor, there are no ground floor bathroom facilities other than a toilet."

    This is a lovely property, very clean inside but the garden was neglected, weeds, still Autumn leaves ( late May) and contrary to the pictures Astroturf instead of lawn. Access to the property is difficult, a very steep drive , if your vehicle is wider or longer eg an estate it is hazardous.

    Reviewed by Carol3.8May 2023

  • "There were just a few things that could have made this house excellent."

    The lounge needs another sofa as we couldn’t all sit together. The main bathroom definitely needs something to put your toiletries on in the shower and the water takes ages to drain. The driveway is extremely steep, this should be mentioned better in your listing. The area outside the door was very dirty, every time we came into the house, you brought it all in with you. This made the kitchen floor really dirty. Overall though, we really enjoyed our stay.

    Reviewed by Michaela4.4May 2023

  • "Incredible house!"

    Perfect for a birthday weekend away. Well stocked kitchen and lots of space. Thank you

    Reviewed by Genevieve5.0Apr 2023

  • "Lovely property and Andrea took very good care of welcoming us and showing us around."

    Really nice welcome hamper and overall good facilities. There are 2 en-suites, a family bathroom and an additional toilet, I know some people have reviewed poorly based on this but we found it no issue for our stay. Sonos is no longer installed but this didn’t really affect us. Really lovely views and ideal for a large group, kitchen is well equipped and everywhere is very clean. We’d definitely stay again!

    Reviewed by Zoe3.8Apr 2023

  • "A lovely place to stay."

    Well-equipped, clean and very comfortable. Only suggestion for improvement would be providing some big serving dishes for meal times

    Reviewed by Laura5.0Apr 2023

  • "Although we had a nice stay we would not book this property again and would not have booked it in the first instance if the Sykes description had been accurate."

    The listing says it has 5 bathrooms when it actually has 3, 2 or which are ensuite so not really suitable for anyone other than the people staying in that room. The other 2 bathrooms are actually just toilets. There is no way we would have booked this property if this had been accurately described in the listing. Also, there are not enough comfy sofas in the lounge area for the number of people staying at the property.

    Reviewed by Tracy2.8Mar 2023

  • "We all really enjoyed our stay at Ash Villa, everything was perfect and the thoughtful hamper was a huge bonus."

    Many thanks again.

    Reviewed by Richard5.0Mar 2023

  • "Absolutely gorgeous house."

    Contact excellent. Loved it

    Reviewed by Gaynor5.0Dec 2022

  • "Stunning house."

    Everything felt high quality. We have a large family so this was brilliant space for us all. Main lounge could maybe do with more seating but it was such a lovely place to stay.

    Reviewed by Terry5.0Nov 2022

  • "Incredible property with a real wow factor."

    Perfect for a group getaway. The hosts have catered for every situation with large table for dining. Quality finish in the kitchen and downstairs with some impressive modern additions. Close enough to walk into holmfirth. Only recommendation is that they have a close by the house so you know where you’re going.

    Reviewed by Daniel4.7Nov 2022

  • "Stunning property."

    Well-equipped kitchen with everything you need to cook for a large group. We had everything we needed for a weekend stay and more. Our host was lovely and very welcoming and approachable, and the hamper was a lovely gesture. We all had an amazing time.

    Reviewed by Michelle5.0Nov 2022

  • "We had a lovely stay at Ash Villa."

    There was great communication from the manager who was very helpful. Very well equipped kitchen (other than a frying pan), fabulous coffee machine, very comfy beds and great views from the patio or decking. Walks from the door too!

    Reviewed by Sarah5.0Aug 2022

  • "We had a weekend staycation in ash ville."

    We enjoyed our time in ash villa. Amazing views from the garden. It was a shame the sound system no longer works, but otherwise the rest of the facilities in the house top tier. Would definitely be back here again.

    Reviewed by Abdullahi4.4Jun 2022

  • "My friends and I booked Ash Villa for a girlie UK getaway."

    We couldn’t have wished for a better stay, the house is absolutely stunning and the views are just incredible. All queries we had were answered promptly and they were able to provide extra cot and high chair which was great! I would 100% recommend this property and would love to come back some time!

    Reviewed by Remy5.0Apr 2022

  • "We loved the property clean, spacious and beautiful views."

    Only minor recommendations would be to provide some more mugs, and mirrors however small over sinks.

    Reviewed by Richard5.0Mar 2022

  • "Fantastic stay!"

    Amazing house and grounds, gorgeous views. Welcome package was a lovely touch. Host was very accommodating to our early arrival and late check out, easy check in and out system. Our only two gripes was the back door was impossible to open and lock, leaving us to leave it open all weekend, and I would advise taking your own mirror’s as none provided in some rooms/bathrooms, oh and the induction hob was a pain to work with multiple pans. Would 100% book again!! !! Thank you

    Reviewed by Amie5.0Mar 2022

  • "This was my second return to ash villa."

    There’s were 14 of us on this occasion and we had the best stay. The villa is so clean and the beds are comfiest we have ever stayed in. All 14 of us had the best trip. Making amazing memories to last a life time. I’m sure we will be back next year. X

    Reviewed by Danielle5.0Jan 2022

  • "The property was fantastic."

    There was a group of 14 of us and it was great for what we needed. All beds were extremely comfortable and the location is excellent within walking distance of pubs, local amenities and more. Thanks for a wonderful stay!

    Reviewed by Chelsea5.0Jan 2022

  • "Gorgeous house and great location."

    We had no hot water for the first night and day- not acceptable on a 3 day break- it should have been checked before we got there. But- as per other guests comments in the guest book- this has happened with the water before so think the owners need to alter the way they provide water to a large amount of people. Also- why no doors on two of the en-suite bathrooms? makes it really difficult to share a family room- we have two teenagers - we don’t want to see them going to the toilet and they definitely don’t want to see mum and dad going to the toilet. Would be simple to rectify - other guests have commented on this. Also- some booklets or info sheets on how to use the coffee machine and various other electrical items provided.

    Reviewed by Deborah4.1Nov 2021

  • "We had a family get together at Ash villa 6 adults & 2 children to celebrate my sons 40th so had stacks of room & spoilt for choice with bedrooms, we had a lovely time in this beautiful home made even better having Casey & Andrea on hand at all times to show us the facilities and answer questions, nothing too much trouble for them ."

    The children loved the garden , the enormous sunken bath & my 7yr old granddaughter commandeered the dressing room

    Reviewed by Carole5.0Oct 2021

  • "Lovely large property with spectacular views."

    Reviewed by Tracy4.1Aug 2021

  • "There was a problem with one bathroom that was flooding so only had 2 shower rooms that made it hard with 10 people."

    Reviewed by Tony4.7Aug 2021

  • "My family & I really loved Ash Villa & had a great time."

    It was lacking in some kitchen equipment ! For eg: to say the villa sleeps 14 there was only 1 saucepan ! However the manager Andrea soon rectified this & sorted out any problems we had. I would definitely recommend to family & friends.

    Reviewed by Christine4.4Jul 2021

  • "Great house, had an extremely enjoyable stay would definitely recommend to friends and family"

    Reviewed by Hannah5.0Jul 2021

  • "All ok nice large living & dining area, bedrooms good apart from no mirrors in some rooms, nice out look"

    Reviewed by Jean4.7Jun 2021

  • "The house is beautiful, really big bedrooms and we loved the open plan kitchen, and walk through lounge area."

    The house is warm and cozy and we loved the wood burner. Cinema room was well used and our son loved the basement bedroom! The views from the front of the house are amazing and it is such a beautiful area. Lovely walks from the door. Comms before and during our stay were great. A couple of minor niggles including two of the kitchen drawers (and some utensils) needed cleaning, but the rest of the house was immaculate and we had everything we needed, and more. There was a lovely arrival pack, with milk and a bottle of wine waiting in the fridge. If there had been more of us I think that there might have been pressure on the showers (two of the showers are in ensuite bathrooms, and only one is accessible to all in the huge family bathroom), and more (larger) pans might be needed for bigger groups. We had a fantastic holiday here, and want to return for a longer stay, with more family members, as soon as we can (we were a small immediate family group, because of CV19 restrictions).

    Reviewed by Ruth4.7Oct 2020

  • "Had a wonderful stay at this beautiful Villa."

    Everything you need, from kitchen equipment to entertainment, to the lovely little touches of milk, coffee, sugar etc & also a lovely welcoming basket. The area and views are stunning. Lovely 20 minute walk into town of Holmfirth, which was great, plenty of little quirkey shops. Would certainly stay again & recommend this Villa. A big thankyou to Andrea & Casey for everything they did to make it a fabulous week for us.

    Reviewed by Jane4.7Oct 2020

  • "We absolutely loved our stay here."

    The house is incredible. It had everything you need and was so clean. The location is fantastic. We had a lovely walk into town and enjoyed the local pubs too. Literally nothing I could complain about. Snacking weekend had all round xx

    Reviewed by Danielle5.0Sep 2020

  • "The accommodation was perfect."

    Plenty of space for all the family, bedrooms and bathrooms a plenty. Beautiful kitchen and the cinema room was absolutely fantastic! Nice garden space to chill at the front of the house and we will certainly be returning again.

    Reviewed by Donna5.0Aug 2020

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Summary

  • Over four floors
  • Six bedrooms: 1 x lower-ground-floor king-size. 1 x ground-floor King-size. 1 x first floor double with walk-in wardrobe. 1 x first floor family room with king-size and single with en-suite wet room with shower, basin and WC. 1 x first floor king-size. 1 x second-floor family room with a king-size and two singles with en-suite roll-top bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.
  • Separate bathroom to first floor with large sunken bath, wetroom shower, basin and WC
  • Cloakroom with basin and WC as well as a lower-ground-floor cloakroom with basin and WC
  • Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove
  • Lower-ground-floor cinema room and wine cellar
  • Underfloor heating with woodburning stove
  • Fully equipped kitchen including 2 double ovens, induction hob and separate utility room with American style fridge freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer
  • Microwave, dishwasher, coffee maker
  • Smart TV and WiFi
  • Fuel, power, bed linen and towels inc in rent
  • Electric gated driveway with parking for five cars
  • Enclosed garden with decking, lawn and seating and a charcoal BBQ
  • Two well-behaved dogs welcome at £20 per dog per stay
  • No smoking
  • Shop and pub within 0.2 miles
  • Note: Dogs are only allowed on the ground floor
  • Note: In both family rooms, there is no door into the en-suite bathroom, it is an open doorway
  • Note: In the second-floor family bedroom, please take care when stepping up into the en-suite bathroom as there is reduced head height here in the doorway
  • Note: No stag/ hen parties or similar
  • Note: Bookings can only be accepted up to one week prior to arrival
  • Note: The property is in a residential area and we ask to be aware of residential neighbours
  • Note: Although larger vehicles can fit up the driveway, it is steep and narrow.

The property

A stunning Victorian villa enjoying an elevated position commanding outstanding views over the West Yorkshire countryside and the nearby Peak District, Ash Villa is a four-storey detached house, ideal for a large family or group holiday.

Featuring ornate cornice detailing on the high ceilings, chandeliers and a grand exterior, Ash Villa has been brought into the 21st century with underfloor heating, state-of-the-art wet rooms, and smart devices.

Once you've passed through the electric gates and parked on the drive, make your way into this unique property, head for the stylish open-plan living space; the sitting room boasts a classic chesterfield leather sofa and two armchairs, with a woodburning stove and a large Smart TV, all placed before the long bay window which displays the lovely view of the countryside.

Step from the hard wood floors of the sitting room onto the glossy tiles of the kitchen and dining area to make use of this excellently equipped space, with a vast kitchen island to gather around with a glass of wine while a delicious meal is prepared, and a long dining table awaits holding a seat for everyone.

Plan a film night and head down the stairs to the lower-ground-floor beneath the house where a fantastic cinema room has been set up, you can lounge on the large corner sofa and delight in watching your favourite flicks on the big projector screen.

Also on this floor is a fabulous wine cellar, a cloakroom and a king-size bedroom, perfect for a bit of privacy.

Back up on the ground floor, there is also a utility room off the kitchen area, a cloakroom with a granite sink and a king-size bedroom with a beautiful feature fireplace.

Head upstairs to the first floor to be impressed with the incredible family bathroom; this huge wet room features a rainfall shower and a huge sunken bath, perfect for relaxing in after a long afternoon walk.

Find another three bedrooms on this floor.

A double complete with a walk-in wardrobe, a king-size bedroom, as well as a family bedroom with a king-size and a single with an en-suite wet room.

The sixth bedroom is on the second floor and is home to a king-size bed and two singles and benefits from another amazing bathroom, featuring a striking roll-top bath and a spacious walk-in shower.

Outside you can dine out on the decking or indulge in some evening drinks here, while children will love playing on the neat lawn, all with a breath-taking backdrop of open fields and country views.

When you can tear yourself away from this magnificent home, you'll find a host of attractions scattered around this area of the UK well worth visiting.

The northern end of the Peak District is on your doorstep and boasts miles of excellent walking country, hop on the Pennine Way and follow the route south to experience natural beauty all around and some wonderful landscapes.

Discover a host of fun water activities at Underbank Reservoir just over 11 miles away, where the whole family can partake in canoeing, kayaking, or raft building with lots more options for activities on dry land too.

For a day of culture and arts like no other, visit the incredible Yorkshire Sculpture Park with sculptures from the likes of Henry Moore placed in the rural landscape, with a café here too and a gift shop.

Kirklees Light Railway can be found in the Pennine foothills and offers steam-train rides in their beautiful hand-painted carriages, taking passengers along a 3.5 mile route through the foothills of the south Pennines from Clayton West to Shelley, passing scenic countryside and woodlands.

There's plenty to see in Holmfirth too, being set in the heart of the Holme Valley, it is a picturesque town with lots of local businesses and restaurants to enjoy, as well as a Last of The Summer Wine exhibition inside Compo's House as well as the option of a 10-mile guided tour of the area.

For an unforgettable stay in Holmfirth, book Ash Villa for you and your loved ones.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £400.

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About the location

HOLMFIRTH

Peak District National Park 3 miles; Meltham 4 miles

The old traditional Pennine town of Holmfirth is situated in the heart of the beautiful Holme Valley, on the edge of the West Yorkshire Pennines. Made famous by The Last of The Summer Wine TV series, there is more to Holmfirth than Compo and Nora Battye’s stockings! The ‘Picturedrome’, the North of England’s finest live music venue attracts many famous bands and is located right in the centre of the town. The pelotons from the Tour de France 2014 and the Tour de Yorkshire have both been through this quaint Holme Valley town en route to the iconic 524 metre Holme Moss climb two miles away. It is in these hills where cycling’s triple Olympic Medalist Ed Clancy grew up. Holmfirth also has a good public swimming pool and fitness centre, parks and some super shops and restaurants. The people here are friendly, the streets are quaint and the scenery is breathtaking. The Peak District National Park with its moors, dales, forests, lakes and reservoirs is also easily accessible. The Upper Derwent Valley, home to the spectacular Ladybower and Derwent reservoirs, and where the famous 617 ‘Dambusters’ Squadron practiced the audacious bombing raid on the Ruhr valley in 1943, is only a short scenic drive away. Slightly further is Chatsworth, the stately home of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire, and situated close to the market town of Bakewell, the home of Bakewell Puddings. The Yorkshire Sculpture Park, The National Coal Mining Museum, Wentworth Castle, and the Hepworth Gallery are also within short drives away and well worth a visit. For a spot of culture, Holmfirth has annual festivals with many more attractions that bring visitors back for more; such as the Folk, Arts, and Food & Drink Festivals. Also not to be missed, is Holmfirth Vineyard and Restaurant, where you can book wine tasting tours and enjoy a lovely meal in the restaurant.

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Bookings can only be accepted up to one week prior to arrival

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas