Swallows Barn

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  "Beautiful cottage on a working farm."

  Very comfortable with everything we needed (although we did miss having a cheese grater!). Everything was of a very high standard and beautifully clean. We particularly liked that there were no fussy cushions or runners on the bed. A perfect retreat if you are comfortable with farming life; we loved watching the cows being herded up the lane every afternoon after milking.

  Reviewed by Jill5.0★Jul 2025

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  "The cottage was nicely furnished clean and comfortable with everything for a pleasant stay."

  Was grateful for milk tea biscuits etc. most welcome after the long journey. Property good central position in Peak Distirict. Owner most helpful and friendly.

  Reviewed by Sheila5.0★Jul 2025

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  "A very comfortable 5starPLUS Swallows Barn."

  Reviewed by Ken5.0★Jun 2025

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  "A lovely clean cottage with everything we needed for our weeks stay."

  Ideal location for walking, some from the cottage without having to travel. The Red Lion pub in the village serves good food at a reasonable price. We were very lucky with the weather warm & sunny all week. There was no phone or internet coverage but that made a nice change. A brilliant week.

  Reviewed by Diana5.0★May 2025

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  "We had a fantastic week."

  The cottage was very comfortable, clean and well-equipped as well as being in a lovely location. We cannot fault anything and hope that we will stay here again.

  Reviewed by Gary5.0★Mar 2025

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  "Nice peaceful place"

  Reviewed by Marie3.8★Feb 2025

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  "This was our second holiday in this lovely cottage."

  It really is in the most beautiful location. We parked up and didn't move the car for a week! Beautiful views and cosy pubs are all within walking distance. Our return visit didn't disappoint. The cottage is well-equipped and was still immaculately clean. I would thoroughly recommend it for a relaxing getaway.

  Reviewed by Melanie5.0★Jan 2025

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  "Great cottage in a very quiet area Facilities are second to none."

  For us, seeking a quiet getaway from the hullabaloo of Christmas, "the No mobile signal, No internet" (Well almost) feature was most attractive. For those needing necessary outside contact (as we did last year regarding a broken tooth) , it might be useful to know that standing outside., facing uphill between the cottage wall and car and holding the mobile upright in contact with the car roof will produce a a good 4g connection for internet and SMS except in very thick mist . One small suggestion. Some guidance over use of the recycling bag would have been welcome. Local authorities vary greatly as regards what is recycled and whether it needs to to be segregated.

  Reviewed by David5.0★Dec 2024

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  "The cottage itself excels in every aspect."

  Its location is quite remote which leads to some restrictions to phone and television usage - welcome positives for some - and nearby roads are narrow. It is in walking/cycling country and in easy driving distance of the Peak Districts's towns and attractions. We thoroughly enjoyed our week at Swallows Barn.

  Reviewed by George5.0★Nov 2024

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  "Gorgeous cottage in a beautiful setting."

  The cottage is beautifully furnished and has everything you need for a comfortable stay. It was spotless and well equipped. The area is gorgeous and there are many walks you can do from the cottage. Red Lion in Litton is a lovely pub with great food, as is the Anglers Rest in Millers Dale.

  Reviewed by Jill5.0★Oct 2024

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  "Area scenic and very beautiful."

  Next to a working farm, great to see sheep and cattle from the kitchen window. Quality mattress and bedding although felt as if lying on a hill - the metal support underneath? A good break from the Internet and no phone signal. When staying another time, would take games, books and dvds as there are none at the property. Oh, and extra towels!

  Reviewed by Rosalyn4.1★Sep 2024

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  "A perfect base to explore the area."

  Cottage very well equipped, clean and comfortable. A treat to have 2 bathrooms in a small cottage ! Certainly recommend and return to again one day. Thank you for leaving us milk and biscuits!

  Reviewed by Leonie5.0★Aug 2024

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  "This property did not match either the photographs or the description of the property given by Sykes Cottages."

  Hardly a comfortable country holiday home. It was surrounded by cow manure everywhere , huge heaps of cow manure extremely close to the cottage, in a very isolated area, tiny dark dirty windows you could Hardly see through. Absolutely nothing like the description. No response from Sykes to my many phone calls and messages whatsoever, just took the payment and disappeared. It was supposed to be a peaceful, relaxing holiday break after my cancer treatment, disgusting treatment by Sykes Cottages towards two old age pensioners, they should be ashamed, over £1000.00 pounds in their pockets for Absolutely nothing. Do not use Sykes Cottages. From Barbara Bailey

  I was very sorry to read your feedback and to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations. Please allow me to express my sincere regret that your visit to Swallows Barn was not the peaceful and relaxing break you had hoped for, especially after what sounds like a very difficult time in your life. I want to assure you that I take all guest feedback very seriously. I was genuinely surprised and saddened by your comments, as they do not reflect the experience that so many of our guests—many of whom are also older couples—have shared over the years. Many return year after year, and I’ve always taken great pride in maintaining a clean, welcoming, and accurately represented holiday home. I understand from your message that you may not have stayed at the property and instead visited prior to your booking date. I truly wish we had been able to speak at the time, as I would have done everything I could to address your concerns and help you feel more comfortable. I did try to reach out after reading your review, but unfortunately, I wasn’t able to get through or leave a message. Regarding the surroundings, Swallows Barn is indeed located next to a working farm, as clearly stated in the listing. Occasionally, there may be some farm activity nearby, including the movement of cows, which can sometimes leave traces on the lane. However, there are no manure heaps near the property, and the cottage itself remains exactly as shown in the photographs. I’m truly sorry that your experience left you feeling so disappointed. That was never my intention, and I only wish we had been able to connect sooner to resolve things more personally. I hope you are now feeling stronger and wish you all the very best in your continued recovery. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Barbara1.3★Aug 2024

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  "Quiet, well appointed and comfortable accommodation situated in a beautiful location overlooking the river Wye gorge."

  Reviewed by Paul4.7★Aug 2024

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  "Very cozy cottage which made our week away very comfortable!"

  We felt very much at home and the setting was lovely. An ideal location for travelling around the Peak District as centrally located but still peaceful. The owner was helpful and attentive which helped us feel even more at ease. We certainly could have stayed forever and didn’t want to come back home!

  Reviewed by Emily4.7★Jul 2024

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  "Fridge bottle tray fell out, previously been fixed with 3 screws."

  Settee collapsed/ to soft. only 1 toilet roll! No garden furniture as shown in picture. Overall all OK, enjoyed our stay in the peak district.

  Reviewed by Michael4.1★Jun 2024

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  "Swallows barn was everything we hoped for ,clean ."

  Comfortable, and well equipped . Sue was welcoming and very helpful .the location beautiful set on a dairy farm with cows walking past a real get away from it all

  Reviewed by Robert5.0★Jun 2024

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  "Swallows Barn is the ideal place if you want to get away from it all; no phone signal or internet access in the property - total bliss."

  Outside just the cows and their calves for company.

  Reviewed by Kevin5.0★Jun 2024

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  "Lovely 1 bedroom cottage on a working farm, cows and calves as neighbours."

  The property was clean and warm, bed comfortable, good shower and bath. Kitchen had all the required facilities. There is no wi-fi at the property but refreshing to have time away from the madness of social media. 15 minute walk into Litton where we became 'locals' at The Red Lion and Tideswell is only 4k away, ideal location for numerous walks

  Reviewed by James4.7★May 2024

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  "Perfect; is how we would describe our experience at Swallows Barn."

  Google maps took us within 20 yards of the property and once we were settled in we wanted for nought. The property was to the highest standard of cleanliness. One of the reasons we chose it, was for it's wood burning stove but we never used it, as it was cosy enough on the standard heating settings. (Wet and windy May visit) It had plenty of space for both of us with two sizeable bathrooms and a bath that could easily accommodate my 6'6" frame. The bed was big enough for me and we both slept very comfortably. Highly recommended!

  Reviewed by Morgan5.0★May 2024

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  "It needs to be made very clear there is NO WIFI and no phone signal unless you walk up the hill."

  With this in mind the property needs some games and reference books, very difficult to identify that unknown flower or bird with lack of internet. What information there is in the property regarding walks and the local area is poorly organised in a tatty file with no general information regarding waste and recycling.

  Reviewed by Ian3.1★May 2024

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  "An excellent property much larger than it appears on line very comfortable and ideally situated for walking from the door, views to die for."

  We were blessed with wall to wall sunshine and walked many of the dales and trails. Highly recommended.

  Reviewed by Bari5.0★May 2024

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  "Outstanding, We were met at Swallows Barn by The Owner, Sue Holland, Only because we arrived earlier than planned, The Property is of The Highest Standard, Exceptionally Clean, Tidy, Very tastefully Decorated throughout, Sue could not have been more helpful, Both as an Owner & description of Property, Location and Amenities, A beautiful quiet time spent here, So much so, We will be Booking again and looking forward to our Next Visit."

  Reviewed by Malcolm5.0★Apr 2024

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  "We have stayed here for a week, it is definitely a lovely and very tidy cottage."

  We really enjoyed the stay there as it felt very homely, warm and hopefully we like to come back to visit sometime. There is everything you need in the kitchen to be able to cook properly if necessary. The views are amazing around the cottage and with lots of plenty walks around the local area, you Will need a car for some places. There is no Internet at the cottage but that was okay as we wanted to get away for a lovely quiet week away and do lots of walking! There is a bath which you can relax after a busy day out and plenty of hot water available. The owner Sue is a lovely lady and she will help with any issues you may have. Thank you for a welcome stay at the cottage Sue.

  Reviewed by Candy5.0★Mar 2024

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  "We really enjoyed our stay in this lovely well-equipped cottage."

  It was very spacious and spotlessly clean(not always the case when we rent a cottage). The short walk to Litton gave us such spectacular views. We would love to come back!

  Reviewed by Melanie5.0★Feb 2024

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  "A charming, inviting and comfortable property in a great location for exploring local highlights such as Bakewell, Mam Tor and the Monsal Trail."

  The log fire was lovely to return to after a day out hiking in February. We found the property clean, well maintained and well equipped with plenty of space. The lack of Wi-Fi and Phone reception provided a very welcome break from our busy lives and was one of our reasons for choosing this cottage. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay - thank you.

  Reviewed by Stewart5.0★Feb 2024

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  "We thoroughly enjoyed our week in Swallows Barn."

  We found the cottage to be very clean, comfortable and well appointed. The owner even came to visit us midweek to check we were ok as the weather had been so stormy. The central heating was very efficient and kept us toasty and warm and in the evening we lit the log burner to add some extra heat and comfort. There are numerous walks and cycle rides in the immediate area which is perfect for us, including the famous Monsal Trail on your doorstep. There was a pile of leaflets and walk suggestions in the cottage which were helpful and certainly helped us to plan our day's activity. We only visited one pub to eat during our visit, The Packhorse Inn, which was superb, although make sure you book as it's not huge and gets very busy. We would have no hesitation in recommending Swallows Barn and hope to be back again ourselves to investigate the walks and places of interest that we didn't have time for during this visit!

  Reviewed by John5.0★Jan 2024

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  "We thoroughly enjoyed our stay."

  Facilities were excellent, bed comfortable, the log fire beautiful and water very hot. No real negatives at all, we’d definitely return!

  Reviewed by Malcolm5.0★Nov 2023

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  "Once we got all our gear in the cottage and settled in, we experienced a real nice welcoming homely feeling."

  The cottage was very well equipped in the kitchen which my wife sheena was happy with.the cottage was a very warm building even with the heating off we found our selves kicking off the duvet.no faults at all.lovely scenic area,plenty of walks to do and places to visit.well recommended by Ian and sheena

  Reviewed by Ian5.0★Oct 2023

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  "The cottage was spotlessly clean and very warm and cosy."

  The kitchen had everything you need for holiday meals and a dishwasher, always a bonus when away. The fact it had a bath was really nice, as there is a fashion for shower only bathrooms in holiday properties and I love a long hot bath after a day on the damp hills! Couldn’t fault the position, walks from the door and very central for Castletown, Hathersage, Bakewell, Buxton and Tideswell. We mainly walked but Haddon Hall (excellent and very reasonable cafe) and Buxton on rainy mornings were close by and allowed for walking later on. I would recommend the very interesting Old House Museum behind the church in Bakewell. Note, there really is no signal at the cottage, so for weather forecasts etc, make sure you get them before going back for the evening. Also bring a pack of cards etc for entertainment as none at the property.

  Reviewed by Deborah5.0★Oct 2023

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  "We absolutely love this cottage ,It is very lovely ,very well maintained in every way."

  This is our second visit and it will be many more visits It feels like home , Fantastic location, The owner is a very lovely lady and is so nice to see her again ,She is most kind and nothing is too much trouble. Thankyou ,

  Many thanks for your lovely comments, I'm so pleased you love Swallows Barn and enjoyed your second visit. It was so nice to see you both again. You are very welcome to return anytime. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Janet5.0★Sep 2023

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  "Great cottage in a beautiful area."

  Spotlessly clean with all you need for a relaxing break.

  Many thanks for your positive comments. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Laura4.7★Aug 2023

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  "Positive comments: Mrs Holland was there when we arrived at 5 pm."

  We chatted and she is friendly. There was a welcome gift of milk, biscuits, tea, coffee and sugar. Also a pile of leaflets etc on the area and helpful folder about the cottage. Oil fired CH when needed. Heated towel rails very useful. Clean towels in kitchen and bathrooms. Clean bedding on bed. The house had been left in a cleaned condition. Bins emptied. We liked the rural setting. Generally v peaceful. It was interesting watching the long herd of cows pass the cottage. We loved the mothers and calves in the adjacent field. One calf had just been born and the cow was licking it. We watched twin calves suckling another mother. We did not need it but saw a Tesco van arrive with a delivery next door, so it could have delivered to Swallows Barn . Suggestions for improvements : In the upstairs shower room: The moveable panels on the small shower cubicle were not easy to close properly. The toilet seat needs to be more firmly secured as it regularly slid sideways when sat upon. The carpets downstairs were vacuumed but showed some dirt stains. (but the tray for mucky footwear was a good idea- it just looks like some previous occupants forgot to use it?) The carpet in the dining room bore several dirty boot prints. Deep cleaning would be needed to shift these. They were there before we arrived. The sofa had useful cushions but we felt it was a bit too soft. WiFi in the property would have been useful. The phone signal usually ok by the entrance door. We did not get to use the ploughman table in the back garden, but think it might look better for a sanding and restaining? Loved the little scented rose bush and the pots of pretty flowers. Our greatest disappointment was the bed mattress. We think it is some kind of memory foam. When you first lie on it it feels ok. No lumps etc. However we both found that after lying for a while you sank into hollows and given the humidity of the July nights we both became uncomfortable due to perspiration. Recommend a change of mattress to a different type? The cottage has a lot of good features, if the above were corrected it could so easily be perfect. I hope these suggestions will be helpful. Janet Lancaster

  Well where do I start!! To begin with, there are no areas in my cottage needing deep cleaning. It is thoroughly cleaned on every changeover. The marks on dining room carpet are where some very careless guests couldn't be bothered to get out the ironing board and used the carpet instead! They are scorched iron marks!! The shower door closed perfectly before you arrived and when you had left? The picnic table outside is rustic and in keeping. It doesn't require sanding. I admit it is getting ready for staining due to the heat earlier in the year and the torrential rain we have had but it's usually done before winter when there are spare weeks for maintenance. The mattress is a difficult one as the last person to comment thought it was very comfortable, also the weather was much warmer then? You just can't suit everyone with mattresses. I have wi-fi at home which is very hit and miss and very frustrating. It would just be the same due to being very rural. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Peter3.1★Jul 2023

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  "Great cottage."

  Needs WIFFI to compensate for no mobile signal. Sofa not very comfortable but bed very comfy. Loved log burner!

  Reviewed by Alison4.4★Jul 2023

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  "We enjoyed our stay."

  The cottage was clean and Mrs Holland made us feel very welcome, leaving us those little extras. The drawbacks were no internet, uncomfortable armchair and sofa and very limited choice of TV channels. The pluses are a roomy and comfortable cottage in a beautiful setting with farming going on around and stunning walks around.

  Reviewed by Robert4.4★Jun 2023

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  "Stunning cottage in a marvellous location just open the door and you can walk all day long"

  Reviewed by Julian5.0★May 2023

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  "Lovely clean comfortable holiday cottage in a pretty location would highly recommend"

  Thank you for your positive feedback. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Henrietta5.0★May 2023

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  "Cosy, comfortable and well-equipped cottage in delightful, quiet, attractive location."

  Convenient for village shop and pub. Had a lovely week here.

  Reviewed by Susan5.0★Apr 2023

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  "Beautiful cottage in a perfect location for walking."

  Would definitely stay there again

  Reviewed by Claire5.0★Apr 2023

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  "Great cottage, fantastic location."

  Perfect for those that want to get away from it all. Multiple walks from the front door.

  Reviewed by Jeremy5.0★Feb 2023

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  "Fantastic place to stay, tucked away in a lovely, quiet location."

  Everything was incredibly modern, even down to the bathrooms. Definitely somewhere I would visit again.

  Reviewed by Cameron5.0★Dec 2022

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  "A lovely cottage peaceful location great for walks."

  Good facilities all round. A handy good sized ice box.

  Reviewed by Paul5.0★Dec 2022

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  "A lovely well presented cottage."

  Fully equiped to make our stay comfortable.

  Reviewed by Patricia5.0★Nov 2022

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  "This cottage has many positives, it's an amazing building, in a beautiful area, its well laid out, very very clean, all the rooms are spacious, has wood burner, good bathrooms and kitchen."

  Large bed but unfortunately it's spoilt by a very uncomfortable mattress, also the sofa is very uncomfortable and badly needs some large cushions to help the situation. After walking all day you desperately need a good bed and sofa. It's a top top cottage otherwise.

  Thank you for your positive feedback but very disappointed you found the mattress did not suit you. It is a memory foam mattress, which I thought would suit most people. I have had good comments on it but it is difficult to suit everyone. The sofa has loose cushions on the back which do need plumping up regularly. There is nothing wrong with the frame or springs. It is as it was when new. I have added two extra large cushions as you suggested. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Keith4.4★Nov 2022

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  "Cosy cottage, well equipped and a welcoming pint of local milk and biscuits!"

  Very peaceful area with plenty of local eateries to enjoy. Stunning Derbyshire scenery right on the doorstep with a home from home to return to each day. Only slight improvement we could think of was maybe an upgrade to the sofa to add to the comfort. Definitely somewhere we would stay again if visiting the Peak District. Thank you to our hostess!

  Reviewed by Susan4.4★Oct 2022

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  "Excellent stay, perfect location."

  Very clean and cosy cottage with everything that was needed. We look forward to our next stay here.

  Reviewed by Richard5.0★Sep 2022

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  "Had a lovely holiday at Swallow Cottage."

  I could live there permanently. The only thing which was missing was a can opener.

  Reviewed by Carol4.4★Sep 2022

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  "We really enjoyed our week staying in Swallows Barn."

  The cottage was very comfortable and spacious. Although it is situated in a small hamlet it is easy to get onto main roads and is ideally situated for touring this lovely part of the country. There are beautiful views and walks from the cottage if you don't want to use the car. Being next door to the farm and seeing the cows coming in for milking was an added delight and my goodness, do those farmers work hard! I'd recommend this cottage and we would love to return in the future.

  Reviewed by Allison5.0★Aug 2022

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  "It was our second year at Swallow’s Barn and it was every bit as good as last year which was brilliant."

  It’s a lovely cottage in a super location. A great holiday from start to end. Thank you.

  Thank you for your positive feedback. It was lovely to see you again. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Sharron5.0★Jul 2022

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  "It was everything we had expected and hoped for."

  The cottage was clean and tidy and very well appointed. The description should point out that to enjoy this cottage a car is essential.

  Reviewed by Kenneth5.0★Apr 2022

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  "The property was one of the best equipped we have ever stayed at very clean and ..."

  The property was one of the best equipped we have ever stayed at very clean and comfortable setting was wonderful walks from the door and really enjoyed watching the cows walking down the track to go for milking would definitely stay here again

  Thank you for your comments. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Deborah5.0★Apr 2022

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  "We just spent a week at this gem of a cottage."

  Wow, it was perfect in every way, it was very clean, tidy, and had everything you needed for a week away. Literally home from home. We especially enjoyed the log burner in the evenings to make it even more homely and cosy. We love walking, this cottage is ideally located for some of the best scenery and walking in the Peak District. Cottage 5☆, Location 5☆. Would we return? Yes, without a doubt!

  Many thanks for your lovely comments. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Philip5.0★Mar 2022

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  "The location of this cottage is perfect for any one wanting to walk from the door."

  Parked the car on arrival and didn't get back in it until time to go home.the view from outside the cottage are amazing. The cottage is very traditional in style but with all mod cons needed . With the added bonus of no phone or internet connection. Very clean warm and tidy. Would highly recommend.

  Reviewed by Chris5.0★Mar 2022

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  "Swallows Barn was clean, warm, well appointed and in a beautiful location."

  The owner was helpful.

  Reviewed by Julie5.0★Feb 2022

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  "Swallows barn is a lovely and spacious cottage."

  Everything has been thought of to ensure a comfortable stay! Nicely furnished throughout (online photos did not do it justice) Downstairs bath is lovely. We hadn’t known what to expect as no photos. Location is perfect to get away from it all! Local pub at Litton is friendly and the food was great! We really enjoyed our stay thank you.

  Thank you for your feedback. So pleased you enjoyed your stay at Swallows Barn. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Lisa5.0★Feb 2022

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  "Clean kitchen and bathrooms, sitting room needs a deep clean, and quite shabby."

  Very basic provisions no extras at all. Well equipped kitchen. Overall just okay not one of the best places we have stayed.

  'Thank you for your feedback. I am sorry to hear that you feel that there were no 'extras' in Swallows Barn. Coffee, tea, sugar, milk, biscuits and logs for the fire are all provided for our guests arrival. I pride myself on the cleanliness of Swallows Barn and have only had good reviews regarding this so again I am sorry to hear that you felt this was lacking. Again thank you for your feedback and I hope you had a lovely stay otherwise.' Property Owner

  Reviewed by Katrina3.1★Jan 2022

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  "The location of this cottage was perfect with great walks from the door."

  The cottage itself was very clean, very warm and with everything you needed. It was great to see the cows from the neighbouring farm going back out into the fields after milking every morning. So many good places to visit, eat and drink and, of course, walk without having to travel very far at all. Thank you.

  Reviewed by Jayne5.0★Oct 2021

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  "Beautiful, well equipped cottage in a great location close to Millers Dale and the Monsal Trail."

  Being next to a farm and watching the cows coming to and fro was lovely to see. Will definitely plan a return visit.

  Reviewed by Nigel5.0★Oct 2021

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  "The cottage was so clean, facilities were ideal and seeing all the cows and calves was so great."

  Reviewed by Celia5.0★Sep 2021

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  "Very comfortable."

  Very cosy. Generally very well equipped. Plenty of very good country pubs fairly close by for anyone who doesn't want to cook. A perfect rural getaway (with no phone, no internet, no streaming TV) for a couple who want to explore the Derbyshire Dales, walk the Monsal Trail, but with Bakewell as a very pleasant town within easy reach.

  Reviewed by Rupert4.7★Aug 2021

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  "A loved cottage, the owner keeps it spotlessly clean."

  Important at all times but even more so with Covid. I took my own anti-viral wipes meaning to wipe down surfaces as soon as we got there, but I never used them it was so obviously clean. It's absolutely ideal for a couple and has much more room than you would think from the photos. Everything is tastefully done. We used the kitchen every night and everything we needed was there and so clean. The cottage is in a very small hamlet, about 10 other houses. It is right beside a dairy farm and the daily cow marches happen right beside you, we loved this aspect. Milking did start very, very, early! The cottage is down a narrow lane but this is very short and there are passing places so no worries for nervous drivers such as myself - we never met another vehicle all week. It is also very well placed for many of the White Peak's highlights and being so close to a major road was advantageous. Highly recommended.

  Reviewed by Angela5.0★Aug 2021

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  "A lovely cottage near a working dairy farm, it was lovely to see the cows coming and going twice a day for milking."

  The cottage was extremely clean and well equipped. A lovely place, and great to be able to walk from the door. A peaceful and relaxing holiday and we loved exploring the wonderful walks in The Peak District. We recommend the bakery in Tideswell for amazing homemade pork pies and pasties!

  Reviewed by David5.0★Jul 2021

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  "A lovely cottage in the countryside close to some great walks through countryside, close to pubs too, working farm great to watch livestock."

  Reviewed by Kevin5.0★May 2021

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  "Only fault no wifi or phone signal inside property other wise lovely quite place to stay."

  Reviewed by Peter5.0★May 2021

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  "This was the best cottage we have ever stayed in."

  We had the best holiday and couldn’t have found a more perfect location. Would definitely stay here again!

  Reviewed by Molly5.0★Oct 2020

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  "Although not for everyone the remote location suited us very well."

  Solitude when required, but never far from all that the Peak District has to offer. As stated the cottage exceeded our expectations with an additional bathroom a particular welcome surprise.

  Reviewed by David4.7★Sep 2020

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  "Lovely , cosy, comfortable & spacious cottage set in a beautiful location."

  Large comfortable bed. Plenty of clothe storage space. Well equipped kitchen. Good parking area. A bathroom and a shower room both with toilets is a bonus. Situated on a dairy farm it’s great seeing the cows coming and going to be milked. Highly recommended.

  Reviewed by George5.0★Aug 2020

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  "Beautiful location, spotless property with all the facilities you need."

  Highly recommended.

  Reviewed by Sally5.0★Aug 2020

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  "Swallows Barn is very imaginative conversion providing comfortable and practical accommodation in a beautiful and peaceful setting."

  Full of character, it gave us everything we needed. The neighbouring dairy farm was not an intrusion at all, the farmers are friendly and on the days we saw the cows passing to be milked they provided an additional delightful interest. We enjoy self catering and the kitchen was good for this. We were aware that the cottage does not have WiFi but this was not a problem and helped us to ‘get away from it all’. Mobile signals are just a few yards up the road if needed. The cottage is in a great location for walking directly out into the beautiful Dales, or driving short distances to other good walks. It is spacious and relaxing inside and the paved small garden is fine too. We used our own camping chairs as well as the picnic bench. The local village had all the amenities we wanted. We enjoyed good weather and came away feeling very refreshed. A great place as a base for walking or to be in for relaxing, reading, drawing and listening to music etc

  Reviewed by Graham5.0★Aug 2020

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  "Swallows Barn was a perfect place to stay during our winter trip."

  The location is well situated and found we could get everywhere we needed from here within 30 min. Sue offers a cosy warm and clean stay with everything we needed at a great value for these areas. Will recommend as the place to stay if you are wanted a quiet place with a greeting from the cows just outside. We felt safe and were in a spot with a few other houses so you don't feel completely in the middle or nowhere. Would love to return..

  Reviewed by Susan5.0★Nov 2019

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  "The quiet location in the heart of the Peak District"

  Reviewed by John5.0★Nov 2019

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  "Swallows Barn is located on a busy working farm with dairy cow's."

  Expect movement of stock to the milking parlour twice a day which is interesting and at times amusing to watch. There is some noise intrusion from the milking machinery, but this became less noticeable as our week progressed. We were wowed by witnessing the birth of twin calfs during our stay - awesome, especially when the calfs were on their feet within 15 minutes. The Peak National Park is excellent for walking and cycling. The National Trust has a number of properties well worth a visit. Nearby Buxton has plenty of shops for food and eateries. Overall, we were very pleased with our stay and are happy to recommend Swallows Barn.

  Reviewed by David5.0★Jun 2019

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  "Excellent location, 2nd visit to cottage so knew area very well."

  Met owner on arrival. Very pleasant person. Would consider using this cottage again in the future.

  Reviewed by Dean5.0★Jun 2019

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  "Great location, plenty of walks and places to visit."

  Cottage couldn't have been better thankyou.

  Reviewed by Jennifer5.0★Jun 2019

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  "We really enjoyed our stay."

  It was so kind of Sue to send us a couple of things we left behind. A nice touch! Thank you very much B & P

  Reviewed by Bryan5.0★May 2019

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  "Spoke with Sue Hudson prior to arrival for key details."

  Met Sue when we arrived (a very charming lady) Cottage had the complete WOW factor very clean, conversion of barn has been undertaken using the finest materials. It's a pity that some former users did not respect the quality of this holiday let. SatNav delivered us right to the front door, cottage is situated in a very rural location with the village of Litton some 2 miles away where you can order papers at the community shop. Will return to this idyllic cottage and location. Thank you Sue

  Reviewed by James5.0★May 2019

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  "A beautiful, tranquil location and a lovely base from which to explore the area."

  Reviewed by Katherine5.0★May 2019

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  "The cottage was so lovely and warm."

  We especially appreciated the flannelette duvet!

  Reviewed by June5.0★Mar 2019

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  "An excellent few days away in a beautiful part of the country."

  The cottage was comfortable and within easy access to the town of Litton which has a good pub with excellent food. Litton also has a good bus service into Buxton and Bakewell and further afield to Sheffield for a day out. We would certainly go back.

  Reviewed by Eileen5.0★Feb 2019

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  "The cottage was lovely, comfortable and warm."

  Perfect to return to after a long walk. Would highly recommend it and would love to stay again in the future.

  Reviewed by Laura5.0★Nov 2018

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  "Lovely cottage - lovely position."

  Reviewed by J5.0★Oct 2018

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  "Lovely good size cottage on a working farm, not that it kept us awake at all, close to lots of walks and pubs, fantastic views of countryside and surrounding area, close to Buxton, Bakewell and chatsworth all only a short drive away."

  Reviewed by Kevin5.0★Oct 2018

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  "This is a well appointed cottage in a lovely area of the Peak District with easy access to all parts' yet in a country location with only farm traffic and cows passing the door."

  The owner is a very helpful lady and very keen to please. The cottage is well up to the standard we have come to expect from your company, which is the reason for our 'met expectations' comment.

  Reviewed by William5.0★Sep 2018

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  "This is the best cottage we have ever stayed in."

  It was cosy, clean, comfortable and equipped with everything you could possibly need. The rural location was excellent with great walks starting from the front door. We had a wonderful week and are hoping to return next year.

  Reviewed by Dean5.0★Jun 2018

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  "We had a wonderful holiday in the Peak District."

  There is so much to see and do that we will definitely be returning. Our cottage was charming - very clean and well presented. We enjoyed being on a working farm and there were sheep and lambs in the field just behind the cottage.

  Reviewed by Sandra5.0★May 2018

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  "Sue, the owner, is very thoughtful, sensitive and the cottage is spotlessly clean and and has all the facilities one could wish for."

  It does not have wi-fi which is a good thing, as that means you get a break from computer-dominated life. This is an ideal location for walkers like us, being near the Mosal Trail; it is possible to access some good walks without necessarily using the car.

  Reviewed by Steven4.1★Apr 2018

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  "The cottage was immaculate, had everything we needed (and we cooked every day), wonderfully cosy and the walks available from just outside the cottage are very pretty."

  We would definitely go again, the weather was not great but it didn't stop it being a special place to be. Many thanks for a fantastic holiday!

  Reviewed by Andrew5.0★Apr 2018

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