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The Old Cow Shed

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Alstonefield, Peak District & Derbyshire Dales Show on map

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4.7

Sykes rating

  • 2 Guests

  • 1 Bedroom

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets Yes

Features

  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Washing machine
  • Broadband / WiFi

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15 Customer Reviews

  • "Fabulous week in a great one floor cottage in a very lovely part of the countryside."

    So good have just booked again!

    Reviewed by James13.3Sep 2023

  • "Lovely cottage in quiet countryside and had a private patio area secluded from main house."

    Very comfortable large bed. There was a lovely welcome pack which was appreciated. Good area for walking and/or cycling. Friendly owners on hand if you needed them.

    Reviewed by Nicholas13.3Aug 2023

  • "Lovely cottage for 2 in a great location for walking."

    Reviewed by Janet13.3Jul 2023

  • "A lovely presented cottage, very quiet and very comfortable."

    A nice welcome hamper. I would certainly rebook this cottage if we come back to the Peak District again.

    Reviewed by Valerie13.3Jun 2023

  • "I loved my stay fab location all and more wot was needed in the cottage ..."

    I loved my stay fab location all and more wot was needed in the cottage everything was really really good Joe and cat really nice and helpfull brilliant

    Reviewed by Gill13.3Jun 2023

  • "Spent a lovely week at the old cow shed."

    Perfect for a quiet get away and used as a base. There is a pub just down the road opens weekdays at 5pm, 12 at weekends. There is also a small park in the little village with a big playing field. There is also a lady who delivers food that sounded and looked gorgeous but she was fully booked when we rang on the Tuesday, Carver Cottage Kitchen. I suggest you look and order before you go if you want to use her services. There are no shops in the village so take what you need for the start of your holiday, Cat did leave a little welcome basket with tea, coffee etc and milk which was lovely. Shops are a short drive away. We travelled about half hour by car to the monsal trail. We chose to park at the Anglers Rest car park one day, because we ate there before and the food never disappoints, then hassop station car park at other times. Take lots of water if you have a dog because there is nothing in between for long stretches. The stepping stone walk was also beautiful, but note dogs must be on a lead because it’s a National Park. We didn’t know this so our Spaniel was a pain and pulled like a train ALL the way round. The weather was glorious which meant we could relax of an afternoon in the garden after our long walks. Highly recommend.

    Reviewed by June13.3Jun 2023

  • "The cottage was lovely, homely and comfortable."

    The welcome pack was very much appreciated. The owners were available but not obtrusive. The area is very picturesque and there are many walks nearby. Some hotels within walking distance do evening meals which meant no cooking for us, and only short drives to shops and other cafes and restaurants. There is a washing machine at the property. An airer is provided and is portable enough to be used inside or out. The shower was excellent and the bed was good.

    Reviewed by Martin12.5May 2023

  • "Perfect holiday cottage."

    Comfortable, clean and well equipped for 2 people in a remote location but with some wonderful walking country from the front door.

    Reviewed by Sandra13.3May 2023

  • "Had a really lovely week here, cottage was spotless & lovely & cozy, had comfortable furniture & everything you could possibly need, even the outdoor area was cozy & sheltered."

    Perfect location exactly where we wanted to be, ideal as a starting point for lots of walks. Owners were great, left you alone but were easy to get hold of if you needed anything. Woodburner was an added bonus, lovely to sit in front of after a long day walking. Will definitely be going back.

    Reviewed by Julie13.3Mar 2023

  • "As cat and jo have only just taken on the holiday cottage they may be newcomers to it."

    We did mention to them about the damp in the bedroom and no tumble drier. Jo allowed us to use their tumbler.As we stayed here last year it was a little disappointing, but we would like to wish them well in the future.

    Reviewed by Bridget7.5Oct 2022

  • "What an absolutely stunning location!"

    Fantastic walks straight from the door or from within a few miles drive. The area felt undiscovered and we will definitely return for more exploration. The cottage was light, clean and comfortable with the hot tub an added bonus. Karen and Kevin October 2022

    Reviewed by Karen13.3Oct 2022

  • "No wi fi for 4 days,"

    We are sorry the internet did not activate during your stay, we had a brand new phone line installed the week prior to improve the internet at the cottage but BT strikes meant it could not be connected on the day of install, despite BT's promises for earlier connection the internet switched on Tuesday 6th. Property Owner

    Reviewed by John11.7Sep 2022

  • "This is a lovely place, secluded and romantic."

    Feels like you are in the middle of nowhere!! The only issue was broadband and phone connection was non existent which caused a bit of an issue; even though we were on holiday to rest being cut off totally caused inconvenience.

    We are sorry the internet had a fault during your stay, we have had a brand new line installed to improve the internet provided to the cottage. Property Owner

    Reviewed by C13.3Aug 2022

  • "Superb cottage ."

    .clean and homely. Had an amazing stay. Totally relaxed on leaving. Weather was incredible…

    Reviewed by Sue10.8Jun 2022

  • "This is only quite a trivial matter and is only our onion but the tv could be positioned lower on the wall as there is plenty of space to do so and it was a shame that you couldn't lower the temperature in the hot tub, being set at 39 degrees it was really too hot."

    Apart from the above we really enjoyed our stay and the location of the property was excellent ,we are planning to book again in the near future.

    Reviewed by A13.3Jun 2022

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Summary

  • Single-storey
  • 1 x super-king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request)
  • Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
  • Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove
  • External utility room.
  • Oil central heating with woodburning stove
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, freezer, fridge, washing machine,TV with Freeview, WiFi
  • Fuel, power and logs inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Off-road parking for one car
  • Enclosed patio with furniture
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 4.7 miles, pub 0.2 miles
  • Note: Despite being single-storey, there is a step within the property, please take care
  • Note: Mobile reception at the property is very intermittent
  • Note: 1 small, well behaved dog accepted

The property

This detached cottage is located in the Derbyshire village of Alstonefield.

Ideal for a couple looking to explore the wonders of the Peak District, this property is a great base to return to and kick off your boots after a wonderful day of hiking.

Be welcomed into the lovely open-plan living space, decorated with light colours to enhance the natural light from the windows coming through.

Take a seat around the dining table with a glass of wine while your partner cooks up something special in the kitchen just for you, and afterwards you can cosy up on the sofas in front of the TV for those quiet evenings in.

Step down into the hall and through to the bedroom, which holds a super-king-size which can be divided in to twin beds for flexible sleeping arrangements; in the morning, throw the curtains on the floor to ceiling windows open and let the sunshine get you ready for the day ahead.

After a shower in the neat bathroom, you can head out to the patio area at the front of the cottage to sit and eat breakfast, and later on in the day come back from your walk to relax.

Alstonefield is pretty village in the Peak District, with rolling countryside between spectacular valleys, and is home to two local pubs, the Watts Russell Arms being a short walk away, while local shops are around a 20-minute drive away.

You can find a wider selection of activities just a bit further out, like the iconic Heights of Abraham, famous for its landmark cable car which provides an incredible journey across the Derwent Valley for those brave enough.

Head up to Buxton for a more unusual adventure at Stoop Farm, where you can take an Alpaca for a walk and afterwards enjoy tea and cake back at the farmhouse.

There are countless things to do in the Peak District, but make sure one of them is staying at The Old Cow Shed for a relaxing break with your loved one.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £75.

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About the location

ALSTONEFIELD

Ashbourne 8 miles; Alton Towers 10 miles.

The delightful village of Alstonefield lies on the borders of Derbyshire and Staffordshire between the valleys of the Dove and the Manifold Rivers. A village of real charm and character, Alstonefield has won the 'Best Kept Village Award' ten times (most recently in 2005) and been in the final of the 'National Village of the Year' award in 1998 - a remarkable achievement. A lovely village, it has a truly delightful country pub set on the village green and is surrounded by lovely verdant green countryside. The Manifold River cuts a course through superb scenery and is a delight for both walkers and cyclists with the 'Manifold Trail' following the route of the old Leek to Manifold Light Railway. Nearby are pretty Ilam and Hartington with nice pubs and a wide range of shops and cafes, whilst further afield are the market towns of Ashbourne and Leek.

Note: Despite being single-storey, there is a step within the property, please take care.
Note: Mobile reception at the property is very intermittent.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas