Duncrest

Rating
Sleeps 3
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Pets No
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews

109 Customer Review(s)

Mrs Sibley
October 2020

“Another visit to lovely Duncrest.”

As ever it was warm, comfortable and spotlessly clean and has all covid safe requirements in place. Looking forward to returning next year.

As ever it was warm, comfortable and spotlessly clean and has all covid safe requirements in place. Looking forward to returning next year.

- Mrs Sibley, October 2020
Mr Varlow August 2020

“Great property; just what we needed as a base to explore the Peak District.”

Merchants House pub was closed when we were there (staffing issues apparently) but one pub still remains and there are plenty of excellent pubs in the surrounding villages (Pack Horse Inn and Jervis Arms to name a few). We will be back!

- Mr Varlow, August 2020
Mr Mence August 2020

“An ideal cottage for anybody looking for a relaxing time in the Peak District countryside.”

The hosts are welcoming, friendly and very helpful, and the cottage itself is comfortable, very clean and well equipped. The village is an ideal base for cycling and walking with many trails within a short drive, or just enjoy the beautiful surroundings. I would definitely recommend this cottage and I look forward to making a return visit soon.

- Mr Mence, August 2020
Mrs Baker July 2020

“Holiday cottage was amazing.”

Great location to explore the local area Hosts were very welcoming and friendly We would return to this cottage

- Mrs Baker, July 2020
Mr Preston July 2020

“A lovely cottage very close to the centre of Longnor.”

It is very clean and well equipped, with a pretty walled garden. The weather was good enough to allow us to sit out on several evenings. For cooler days there is a comfortable warm conservatory at the front of the cottage with views of the surrounding country side. Parking is off road, right outside the property in a secure courtyard. The friendly, welcoming and helpful owners live next door. Longnor offers opportunities for lots of wonderful walks in the Peak District/Staffordshire hills and valleys, there are several routes starting from Longnor, avoiding the need to drive. The village has pubs, cafes, a corner shop and a great fish and chip shop. We will return.

- Mr Preston, July 2020
Mr Goodier November 2019

“Lovely cottage, very clean and cozy.”

Very welcoming owners. Lots of amenities within walking distance. Would highly recommend.

- Mr Goodier, November 2019
Mr Oke September 2019

“A lovely cottage that has obviously been well cared for and exceptionally clean.”

. The hosts were very welcoming and living next door were always available for any advice on where to eat or visit.

- Mr Oke, September 2019
Mr Clements September 2019

“Perfect welcome.”

Perfect hosts. Perfect digs. Perfect location. Spotless digs with everything required for a relaxing holiday. The Village also has everything required from good general store, Post Office, chippy shop & pubs.

- Mr Clements, September 2019
Mr Taylor August 2019

“Really lovely cottage in a lovely town.”

Longnor turned out to be a fantastic place to stay with a couple of nice pubs nearby and the city of Buxton only 5 miles down the road. Easy drive to trail heads for walking and hiking. The Dunns were gracious hosts and we loved hanging with the dogs too. Would certainly recommend.

- Mr Taylor, August 2019
Mr Gibbs August 2019

“Our host Mr & Mrs Dunn were great very friendly and helpful from the start, a lovely bungalow clean and cosy it was an ideal location for us most enjoyable.”

- Mr Gibbs, August 2019
Mrs Steele July 2019

“Great location, nice garden, welcoming hosts.”

Pity not dog friendly as dogs on site. Well equipped cottage and exceptionally clean. Village lovely. All in all great holiday but if reliant on WiFi you may be a bit disappointed as signal not strong, didn't reach bedrooms and elsewhere was intermittent.

- Mrs Steele, July 2019
Mrs Jarmain June 2019

“Perfect accommodation and an excellent village with wonderful scenery and plenty to do and enjoy in the Derbyshire Peak District.”

The owners of the cottage were very friendly and very helpful.

- Mrs Jarmain, June 2019
Mrs White March 2019

“The cottage was spotless, cosy, warm and had everything you could possibly need .”

Lynn snd George the owners were there when you needed them and nothing was to much trouble . We had a very comfortable bed and the wood burner was very welcome on the first night , raining , hailing , snowing and windy . We have stayed in lots of cottages over the years this was 10 out of 10

- Mrs White, March 2019
Mr Wherry March 2019

“A superb little cottage which was immaculately clean on arrival.”

The owners live next door and showed us around,they are very friendly and we chatted with them a couple of times. The location is fabulous and is ideal for walking or just chilling out and admiring the wonderful countryside.We will return to Duncrest if it is available as it is very popular.

- Mr Wherry, March 2019
Mr Andrews December 2018

“The owners were very nice people and even supplied Christmas trees and bottle of bubbly along with mince pies and biscuits (how lovely).”

This cottage is spotless and very comfy. Easy to find too. We would like to return one day. Many thanks !

- Mr Andrews, December 2018
Ms Hutt December 2018

“We had a great time.”

The property was very clean and well equipped with some lovely thoughtful touches. The owners were friendly and helpful. Wonderful location and a great base for walking and exploring the area.

- Ms Hutt, December 2018
Mrs Sibley November 2018

“Our second visit to this lovely comfortable property.”

Spotlessly clean and well equipped in an excellent location.

- Mrs Sibley, November 2018
Mr Farnsworth October 2018

“George and Lynne were very friendly and left little gifts for us on arrival.”

Charlie the dog was friendly. The cottage was well decorated and good appliances. clean and tidy. We enjoyed our stay very much

- Mr Farnsworth, October 2018
Mrs Campbell October 2018

“Duncrest is a superb property, very clean and comfortable with very nice helpful owners.”

It has everything you could possibly want if you want to do your own catering. If not, there are lots of really great pubs and eating places nearby. Longnor is situated in a wonderful area - the Peak District, Staffordshire and Derbyshire Dales. Came away feeling happy and relaxed. Thank you Lynne and George.

- Mrs Campbell, October 2018
Mrs Robinson September 2018

“A very enjoyable stay at Duncrest.”

Duncrest is situated in a yard next to the owners house and their sisters house. The conservatory over looks their garden. The owners were very helpful and friendly. The cottage was clean with comfy beds.

- Mrs Robinson, September 2018
Mrs Flisher July 2018

“What an excellent cottage.”

The owners and family are very friendly. Will stay again next year.Thankyou Lynn and George. Pauline Sue, and Jean Ashford Kent.

- Mrs Flisher, July 2018
Mrs Butterworth July 2018

“My son and I had a lovely holiday at Duncrest and will certainly try to go back.”

Our hosts were very friendly, even though they were away for a few days we were well looked after by another member of the family. Even though it didn’t spoil our holiday I think the seating in the lounge could have been a bit more comfortable. But we’ll done even the weather was perfect hope to see you again soon. Joan Butterworth

- Mrs Butterworth, July 2018
Mrs Keeler April 2018

“We enjoyed staying in Duncrest cottage.”

It had everything we needed and is in a lovely village with 2 pubs, shop and cafe. Some great and challenging walking from the cottage too. The owners are extremely helpful and friendly.

- Mrs Keeler, April 2018
Mr Scott March 2018

“Lovely couple excellent cottage in a beautiful location ideal for a week away.”

The village has a good cafe, chip shop and the Packhorse pub is just down the hill. We had a wonderful week.

- Mr Scott, March 2018
Mr Hudson February 2018

“Stayed during the very bad snow and village was cut off, unfortunately the local pub had no food so we could not get a meal there.”

That said the landlord was very friendly and the pub was very welcoming with its fires. The cottage was very warm, very clean and well equipped. It was in a idea location for walking and exploring the local area. The owners lived next door and could not have been more pleasant and helpful. Will definitely return again when the weather has improved.

- Mr Hudson, February 2018
Mr Harker October 2017

“Lovely cottage very clean and comfortable with everything needed for a great holiday.”

The owners live next door and were very helpful but never intruded in our holiday but were there if needed. Great location nine miles from Bakewell and 7 from Buxton so handy to get to all the Peak District has to offer.

- Mr Harker, October 2017
Mrs Webb September 2017

“Duncrest was in an ideal location to explore the Peak District.”

Could not fault the cottage at all. It was clean and tidy with very comfortable beds. It had all we needed for our stay and more. Unfortunately the local pub had a problem with their gas supply whilst we were there so we were unable to sample their food. We had a lovely Sunday morning breakfast in the cafe and had fish and chips one evening from the local chippy which were delicious. Would definitely recommend both the cottage and location.

- Mrs Webb, September 2017
Mrs Frogley August 2017

“This is a real treasure.”

The property was spotless and very well equipped. George and Lynne were very helpful but unobtrusive throughout our week. The village is small but has everything you need and I imagine will suit experienced hikers as well as those, like us, who normally consider a 30 metre trek to the paper shop to be our exercise for the day! The surrounding countryside is, well, the Peak District and is simply stunning. The only reason we won't be re-booking is that we now realise that there is so much of Britain's beauty that we have to explore - we will be recommending this property to friends who might enjoy an active yet relaxing break.

- Mrs Frogley, August 2017
Mr Symonds August 2017

“A lovely family who made us feel very welcome.”

The location was excellent and the cottage was a joy. We have no complaints

- Mr Symonds, August 2017
Mrs Coulson July 2017

“Duncrest is by far the nicest cottage my mum & I have stayed in.”

Everything has been so well thought out & nothing left out to be able to cater for ourselves. Mum particularly appreciated the shower cap. The location meant we were @ 30 minutes from lovely villages as well as the main towns, all with spectacular scenery. The owners are very kind & friendly, It was a wonderful week.

- Mrs Coulson, July 2017
Mrs Taylor April 2017

“Excellent cottage in the beautiful surroundings of the Peaks and the little village of Longnor.”

The hosts were extremely welcoming and friendly and went out of their way to be helpful. The cottage itself was beautifully presented, had everything you could need and was immaculately clean. There are lots of places to explore nearby and Longnor itself has a local shop, pub, a couple of cafes and a chippy as well as an excellent playground for little ones! We ate twice in The Cheshire Cheese down the road and it was great. Would definitely recommend this cottage- we were only sorry we weren't staying longer!

- Mrs Taylor, April 2017
Mr Burrows October 2016

“Very comfortable, warm and relaxing accomodation.”

Large bed with plenty of room to store clothing and cases in the main bedroom, which is a bonus. Single bedroom is well equipped as well. Well fitted kitchen with all the essential utensils, most unusual in holiday lettings. The hosts are kind and welcoming who have helped us through a difficult health situation. Many thanks to George and Lynne! Longnor is a lovely old village with the main essential mix of shops, pubs, eateries and even a craft centre.

- Mr Burrows, October 2016
Mr Gill August 2016

“Lovely cottage , spotless clean , very cosy , very helpful owners”

- Mr Gill, August 2016
Mr Wilson July 2016

“I liked the village location; the essentials were close by, all just a short stroll.”

I liked the layout of the property with having place right on your doorstep to park your car very handy for loading and unloading when coming and going also nice that it was in a gated courtyard so was away from the roads. The area is beautiful and the hosts were very friendly and knowledgeable about the area and were a great help in the planning of our days out.

- Mr Wilson, July 2016
Mrs Lawson April 2016

“Everything about this property was high standard.”

The hosts were there to greet us and show us round and were very helpful. The close proximity to the lovely village was a plus. We have had about 17 cottages through Sykes now and this was one of the best all round.

- Mrs Lawson, April 2016
Mrs Smikle March 2016

“Fantastic cottage, ideal for complete rest and relaxation in a beautiful setting.”

- Mrs Smikle, March 2016
Mrs Freear February 2016

“Cottage lovely and cosy with excellent standard of cleanliness and quality of furniture.”

The owners were very helpful and friendly. Overall, a great holiday in a lovely friendly village.

- Mrs Freear, February 2016
Mrs Lanigan February 2016

“The rooms at Duncrest were spotless, comfortable and well equipped.”

The owners were helpful without being interfering. A perfect retreat.

- Mrs Lanigan, February 2016
Mrs Mercer November 2015

“The cottage was very well appointed, one of the best we've been to.”

It was very clean, warm and had everything you needed, the bed was especially comfortable. The owners were very friendly and made you feel welcome. The village had a good pub, fish and chip shop and tea rooms, it was also close to Leek and Buxton.

- Mrs Mercer, November 2015
jeansam2014 November 2015

“Atractive, cosy, lovey, comfortable cottage.”

We arrived to a personal welcome from the owners of Duncrest. which is not always the case as keys are often in small wall safes, We were shown around the property and felt at home from the start. Thank you Lynne and George for your welcome and also the wine! There was everything in the cottage that would facilitate all self-catering requirements. The area is beautiful, even with the rain and windy weather that experienced most of the week. Visits to Buxton and Leek were made and as expected at this time of year,, very Christmasy! Would recommend the area and cottage, we hope to return in 2016.

- jeansam2014, November 2015
Mr Southgate October 2015

“Wonderful cottage in a lovely village location.”

Would recommend to friends and family.

- Mr Southgate, October 2015
Mrs Theophilus August 2015

“A wonderful 'get away from it all' retreat.”

We received a very warm welcome from the owners and the cottage is immaculate, cosy and very well equipped. It is so peaceful and relaxing with picturesque views from the sun lounge.

- Mrs Theophilus, August 2015
Southern June 2015

“The cottage was spacious and spotlessly clean.”

We could not fault this cottage and the owners were friendly and helpful. Would recommend.

- Southern, June 2015
Mr Lawson May 2015

“The property was ideal and the owners could not have been more welcoming or helpful - would definitely recommend to others and return ourselves.”

- Mr Lawson, May 2015
Mr Wilkes April 2015

“Lovely cottage, lovely owners and lovely area.”

Says it all!

- Mr Wilkes, April 2015
Mrs Sibley March 2015

“Lovely warm, comfortable accommodation in a beautiful setting.”

The owners were very friendly and helpful. Useful amenities in the village.

- Mrs Sibley, March 2015
Mrs Cooper March 2015

“Fantastic accommodation, furnishing, equipment, welcome pack and hosts.”

Impossible to find fault!

- Mrs Cooper, March 2015
Mr Crosby February 2015

“The owners were a very pleasant and welcoming couple, gave us an introduction to workings of cottage and tour of property.”

A great property with quality fixtures and fittings, and also high quality bedding, towels and kitchen items. Ideal for us being on a single floor.

- Mr Crosby, February 2015
Mr Slight November 2014

“A warm welcome received from the friendly owner, Duncrest was a comfortable spotless cottage.”

- Mr Slight, November 2014
Mr Beeby November 2014

“The welcome from the owner was very nice.”

Duncrest was lovely and there were some nice personal touches left by owner. Overall we had a nice relaxing time. The beds were extremely comfortable. The views are stunning, when you drive around. Unfortunately the weather was against us, so it would have been even better had the sun been shining.

- Mr Beeby, November 2014
Mr Mcnulty November 2014

“It was a lovely warm cottage with comfortable seating and bed.”

Our hosts were very friendly and hospitable. The area had beautiful scenery and great trails for cycling along with great cream teas at the craft centre in Longnor.

- Mr Mcnulty, November 2014
Mr Robinson October 2014

“I have to say that the cottage owners went out of their way to make us feel welcome and it was clear to see they had made every effort to make the cottage homely and comfortable.”

It was a pleasure to stay there. If you like walking, the area is excellent for walks with some beautiful scenery. Good food is available locally and there was everything we needed for a good break.

- Mr Robinson, October 2014
Mr Peters October 2014

“We received a genuine welcome from the owners.”

The detailed information provided by Sykes was great.

- Mr Peters, October 2014
Mrs Gooding August 2014

“The cottage was immaculate and felt like home straight away.”

Everything had been thought of, there wasn't a single thing missing that we might have needed. It was obvious that everything was excellent quality, with very comfortable beds, a cosy living room and lovely kitchen. The owners were lovely too, and very helpful when it came to recommending things. It was in a gorgeous location with plenty of places to visit in easy reach. We will definitely be recommending Duncrest to friends and family and will hopefully be back again!

- Mrs Gooding, August 2014
Mrs Shaddick August 2014

“The cottage was fantastic and everything was perfect.”

We were shown around the cottage by the owners. It is very clean, well laid out and in lovely surroundings

- Mrs Shaddick, August 2014
Arnieharvey August 2014

“If you are looking for home from home in a quality cottage in a sleepy village then this is it”

This is our third visit to Duncrest and we are never disappointed. The cottage is in a private courtyard belonging to the owners and is just a few steps from the heart of the village. The cottage is comfortable and well equipped and has everything you need for your stay. Both bedrooms have plenty of storage space and the beds are just so comfortable. There is central heating throughout and a log fire (although we did not need to use it this time). The kitchen is more than adequate and there is plenty of pots and pans if you want to cook rather than go out. Longnor it self is a sleepy village although you can see that a hundred years ago it would have been a bustling place. The village has the main facilities you need such as a general store, post office, a tea shop, and a craft and coffee centre. There is a fantastic fish and shop, as well as two pubs. Longnor is a great location for touring this part of the peak district with Buxton and Bakewell close by as well as Chatsworth and other great tourist attractions. The walking/cycle trails of Monsal, Manifold Way, Tissington and High Peak are just a few miles away. There are also many other fine walks to do. We feel completely at home at Duncrest and it meets our needs perfectly. The owners are fantastic and only too willing to help or provide suggestions where to go or walks to do etc. This is really home from home and we will return.

- Arnieharvey, August 2014
A FlipKey verified reviewer August 2014

“Excellent holiday cottage.”

This was a very homely, lovely cottage for a really relaxing holiday. The owners, Lynn and George and Charlie their dog were most helpful and attentive to our needs. They provided a bottle of wine for our arrival. The cottage was very well appointed with everything we needed. The cottage's location was also great for touring and visiting Buxton, Matlock and Bakewell. Crich Tram Museum was not too far away. Just down the road was a fantastic book shop covering all subjects at reasonable prices.

- A FlipKey verified reviewer, August 2014
Mrs Turnbull July 2014

“Thoroughly enjoyed our stay, should be rated 5 star, would definitely return and recommend this to our friends”

- Mrs Turnbull, July 2014
Mr Guy June 2014

“This cottage is situated in the heart of the Peak District and there is a host of things to do within a 30 mile radius.”

The cottage is well presented, furnishings and fittings are of a high standard and we considered it to be the best equipped cottage we have stayed in. The owners allow you your privacy but are always around to help if required. We were lucky to have brilliant weather but failed to see all that we wanted to see, we hope to return next year and it will be back to Duncrest.

- Mr Guy, June 2014
Mrs Ridgeway June 2014

“We enjoyed everything, the cottage was wonderful and the owners were lovely people who made us feel very welcome.”

Duncrest was so comfortable and homely, and we have to mention Charlie the dog, I think he makes the holiday complete.

- Mrs Ridgeway, June 2014
Mr Mccole May 2014

“The cottage was superb, a credit to the owners.”

The location in the village was great, it was nice and quiet but convenient to the shop and pub!

- Mr Mccole, May 2014
Mr Blackburn April 2014

“Lovely cottage in a very peaceful location, but with a pub, shop, and fish and chip shop less than 5 minutes walk away.”

Very friendly and helpful owners. The cottage had everything we needed and felt like a home from home. Warm and cosy. Lovely conservatory to sit out in at front and admire the view and a little sun trap patio area at the back for taking breakfast. Ideally situated for visiting Buxton, Bakewell, Haddon Hall etc. I would definitely recommend staying at this cottage. We had a much needed relaxing break.

- Mr Blackburn, April 2014
Mr MacDonald April 2014

“This cottage is in a great location particularly for touring and visiting the local attractions.”

The couple who own the property couldn't have been more accommodating and helpful from the moment we arrived until we left. A really nice touch was the bottle of wine and the basic supplies they provided. The location is extremely quiet and peaceful which led to a really relaxing holiday. We really enjoyed our stay and would certainly return.

- Mr MacDonald, April 2014
Miss Radcliffe I March 2014

“Exceptionally clean, with nice owners and a very warm welcome.”

- Miss Radcliffe I, March 2014
Mrs Gale February 2014

“The cottage was beautiful, very well equipped and the owners were full of advice and knowledge of the area.”

We had a great week.

- Mrs Gale, February 2014
A FlipKey verified reviewer January 2014

“Great accomodation in a an excellent location”

Really comfortable and cosy cottage well within reach of places of interest - north and south. Longnor is a lovely friendly village. Great fish and chip shop. Only small complaint - the folding chairs in kitchen.

- A FlipKey verified reviewer, January 2014
G_E_28 December 2013

“We called it "Home" from the first day of our trip!”

The property: Arriving at Duncrest feels more like arriving at a friend's home than a holiday cottage. Everything we needed was provided, including a fully-equipped kitchen, WiFi and a washing machine and drying rack (which came in very handy after muddy walks). What made it truly special were the extra comforts - a lovely fireplace, hot water bottles (although the cottage is already well heated), a bottle of wine, chocolates and (as we stayed over the Christmas week) a fully decorated Christmas tree, plus a box of mince pies and a little gift for us! There is ample entertainment, with freeview TV, a DVD player, books, a jigsaw puzzle and board games provided. Service: We found the service to exceed all expectations. The owners (Lynne and George) were not only friendly and approachable, but they went to great lengths to help us throughout our trip. Examples of this include picking us up from the Buxton rail station on our arrival, making calls to check the bus timetables for us, helping us receive our delivery of groceries before we arrived and even storing away our food for us in the kitchen. Location: Duncrest is a 1-2 minute walk away from the village's market place, where there is a general store and a couple of pubs and cafes. It is helpful to have a car, but we were able to travel around easily by bus. There is a bus service (the High Peak service no. 442) that will take you through the lovely countryside to nearby towns (Buxton and Ashbourne) - it is infrequent but punctual and High Peak provides timetables online. Longnor is a small but well placed village in the Peak District and we were able to set off from here for leisurely countryside walks and more adventurous hikes up Chrome Hill and Parkhouse Hill. We cannot recommend Duncrest enough - it is perfect for anyone in small groups / families on holiday in the Peak District, especially those looking for a quiet and scenic place to stay, instead of a busier town. There is nothing to disappoint!

- G_E_28, December 2013
Mr Scobie October 2013

“A lovely cosy cottage.”

A friendly village, ideally situated for touring around.

- Mr Scobie, October 2013
Mrs Toomey September 2013

“I liked the peace and quiet in both the cottage and Longnor.”

The cottage was clean, comfortable, well set up and had everything I needed. The owners were friendly but not intrusive. I had a lovely relaxing holiday.

- Mrs Toomey, September 2013
Marion53 August 2013

“Gorgeous cottage with everything you could want including wonderful views.”

We stayed at this gorgeous cottage in August 2013. It has high quality fixtures and fittings. There were lots of lovely fluffy towels, beautiful bedding and beds that you didn't want to get out of. The owners, Lynne and George were extremely helpful and very friendly as were all close by. Longnor is a quaint friendly village with lots of walks. Buxton, Bakewell and Leek are not many miles away and well worth an explore. Loads to do, loads to see or just sit in the conservatory and look over the hills. Perfect.

- Marion53, August 2013
Marion53 August 2013

“Gorgeous cottage with everything you could want including wonder”

We stayed at this gorgeous cottage in august 2013. It has high quality fixtures and fittings. There were lots of lovely fluffy towels, beautiful bedding and beds that you didn't want to get out of. The owners, Lynne and George were extremely helpful and very friendly as were all close by. Longnor is a quaint friendly village with lots of walks. Buxton, Bakewell and Leek are not many miles away and well worth an explore. Loads to do, loads to see or just sit in the conservatory and look over the hills. Perfect.

- Marion53, August 2013
Mrs Muirhead August 2013

“Lovely cottage with excellent quality fixtures and fittings.”

Beds extremely comfortable, and linens were very good. Owners were very helpful and friendly with great advice on places to visit and how to get there. The conservatory is a lovely place to sit and look over the hills with a glass or two of wine and relax.

- Mrs Muirhead, August 2013
Mr Samuels August 2013

“Everything was brilliant.”

- Mr Samuels, August 2013
A FlipKey verified reviewer August 2013

“Peaceful, relaxing time but close to many beautiful places with”

I was impressed from the start with this holiday cottage. There was a very friendly welcome from the owners and it was clear from the introductory tour that they take care of the property. The location was very peaceful but within short distances of places of interest. I would recommend Buxton for a day out,a beautiful town with a great farmers market. The peace and quiet at night at the cottage was brilliant and you can sit and watch the stars from the conservatory. Our weather also made the holiday more memorable with sunshine for the whole week. I will certainly return to this area and would recommend it as a holiday destination.

- A FlipKey verified reviewer, August 2013
A FlipKey verified reviewer July 2013

“ideal country cottage”

Immaculate pristine cottage in an outstanding area friendly hosts short walk to pub or chip shop also paper shop very convenient

- A FlipKey verified reviewer, July 2013
A FlipKey verified reviewer June 2013

“everything we needed”

was there. excellently fitted and equiped, nothing was overlooked, splendid stay, friendly on site owners, plenty of local bus journeys available.

- A FlipKey verified reviewer, June 2013
Ms Roberts June 2013

“The location is great for visiting many local places of interest.”

The welcome is very friendly and the family who own the property are very helpful and pleasant. They cannot do enough to help you enjoy your holiday.

- Ms Roberts, June 2013
Mrs Dewar June 2013

“Beautiful cottage in a beautiful location.”

Very friendly owners, whose home was next to the cottage. Couldn't fault a thing and wouldn't hesitate to recommend this cottage to friends and family. Will book again if we return to Derbyshire in the future.

- Mrs Dewar, June 2013
Mrs Brett May 2013

“The cottage was absolutely perfect and the hosts were very nice people.”

Would recommend to others. The area was easy to get around. Perfect place for a holiday.

- Mrs Brett, May 2013
Mr Kehoe May 2013

“A pristine, immaculate cottage in outstanding area.”

- Mr Kehoe, May 2013
Mr Harvey May 2013

“This is our second visit to this property and we loved it even more than the first time.”

It is a great base for exploring the area, the cottage has everything you could ask and was extremely comfortable to relax in the evenings. The free Wi-Fi access was a huge bonus. The owners are fantastic as was the daily visit by Charlie the dog. We love the area, we love the cottage and we will be back.

- Mr Harvey, May 2013
Mrs Wilkes April 2013

“Hosts were very welcoming and no detail was overlooked.”

Well fitted and maintained cottage - very comfortable home.

- Mrs Wilkes, April 2013
Mrs Jameson April 2013

“A comfortable cottage in a friendly and historically architectural village.”

Quiet and peaceful which is well located for reaching important towns in the area. Conservatory with views was a pleasant place to sit. Owners are very friendly as is Charlie, the dog. Chip shop is very good and the cafe looked good. We will recommend this cottage and hope to return!

- Mrs Jameson, April 2013
Mrs Hammond April 2013

“Excellent cottage, really like a five star hotel with all the extras!”

- Mrs Hammond, April 2013
Mrs Locke March 2013

“A luxury cosy cottage with everything you need, set in a beautiful village.”

The owners were very friendly and helpful. A central location for visiting the Dales and surrounding area. Brilliant!

- Mrs Locke, March 2013
Mr Fieldsend February 2013

“The cottage was immaculate and had a quality feel about it, with a nicely equipped kitchen.”

- Mr Fieldsend, February 2013
Ms Golden January 2013

“Lovely hosts, very well maintained property and provided all the little touches to make you welcome.”

- Ms Golden, January 2013
Birch December 2012

“Great to escape the city for a countryside cottage for New Year in front of the log fire.”

It was just amazing! It totally surpassed our expectations. So inviting, so lovely. One of the best cottages we've stayed in. The bottle of bubbly, the biscuits and the chocolate made us all smile. The simple things that other cottages don't sometimes bother with: washing up liquid and cleaning products, toilet roll and air freshener, tea towels and towels were all there. The quality of the bedding and towels and the fire were lovely. We loved having wifi as it allowed us to use the internet. We just had the most wonderful cosy, happy time despite the weather. Unfortunately we didn't get to explore the area - all it means is, we'll come back!

- Birch, December 2012
Mrs Edwards December 2012

“It was central for all the areas we wished to visit, very friendly people.”

The owners of the bungalow made every effort to give us a very happy Christmas. We didn't want to come home.

- Mrs Edwards, December 2012
Ms Dries October 2012

“Well presented property.”

High standard of presentation. Rural village setting. Lovely garden. Owner extremely welcoming and very helpful.

- Ms Dries, October 2012
Mrs Storey October 2012

“The property was beautifully presented and spotless.”

It is in a beautiful village and a very scenic location, with a good choice of eating places and handy shops. The proprietors were helpful and thoughtful and added to the enjoyment of our holiday. We would definitely book this cottage again.

- Mrs Storey, October 2012
A FlipKey verified reviewer September 2012

“Invigorating”

We loved the cottage, especially the sun room on the front! It was very well equipped with everything you could possibly need. The location was great, within easy reach of all the places we wanted to visit. The local amenities were very adequate. George and Lynn were brilliant hosts and very friendly and helpfull. We were quite lucky with the weather and organised our days to suit, i.e. on a rainy day we travelled into Derby to do some shopping, coolish days we saved for walking and sunny days for exploring town,s and villages we wanted to see. There was nothing about the holiday to dislike, except for departure day. Was a fantastic break in a fantastic cottage with great views to boot.

- A FlipKey verified reviewer, September 2012
Mr Krechting September 2012

“Fantastic area, beautiful and full of variety, fantastic scenery and lots of friendly towns and villages.”

Good pubs and some beautiful houses open to the public. Very good secondary roads.

- Mr Krechting, September 2012
Mrs Aplin September 2012

“The cottage was very cosy and comfortable and perfectly suited our 95-year old father.”

This part of the Peak District was unknown to us beforehand and surprised us with stunning scenery without the usual tourist trappings.

- Mrs Aplin, September 2012
Mrs Tannenbaum August 2012

“Excellent value for money, friendly owners giving informative information about area.”

We were made to feel welcome and the area was ideal for travelling around.

- Mrs Tannenbaum, August 2012
Mrs Bulldeath August 2012

“The area, the cottage and the owners were all excellent.”

- Mrs Bulldeath, August 2012
Mr Ord July 2012

“The cottage was fantastic a real home from home.”

The owners were very friendly and helpful. It was five star in every way.

- Mr Ord, July 2012
Mrs Hayward July 2012

“The cottage was excellently located for walking and cycling in the Peak District.”

It was very clean yet had a homely feel to it. The owners were very friendly and on site if we needed anything. We had a great holiday in a lovely cottage.

- Mrs Hayward, July 2012
Mrs Gill June 2012

“The cottage was a real home from home, we loved the conservatory and the seating in the garden was great.”

It was a good spot for visiting lots of places without having to travel too far from the cottage. Villagers were friendly and we are hoping to return!

- Mrs Gill, June 2012
Mrs Muldown May 2012

“The cottage was everything we had hoped for.”

Location was excellent with plenty of walks nearby. Owners were very friendly and helpful - 5 stars all round!

- Mrs Muldown, May 2012
Mr Harvey March 2012

“This cottage is a real gem hidden away in a beautiful village.”

The owners were extremely friendly and accommodating. We have already booked our next stay at Duncrest.

- Mr Harvey, March 2012
A FlipKey verified reviewer December 2011

“A lovely cottage, lovely owners in a beautiful setting”

The cottage was beautiful. The owners were very helpful and friendly leaving milk, biscuits and even a bottle of wine. We walked in and felt immediately at home. We made really good use of the conservatory on the front each day when we came back from our travels. The location was great for visiting the Peak District area. The local ammenities were all we needed.

- A FlipKey verified reviewer, December 2011
Mr Hasler December 2011

“The cosiness and cleanliness of the cottage, the welcome of the owners and the quietness of the village.”

Great location for touring the surrounding towns and villages.

- Mr Hasler, December 2011
Miss King November 2011

“Felt relaxed as soon as we stepped inside.”

Excellent cottage, very generous starter items, friendly owners next door, and Charlie the chocolate Labrador to play with. Didn't have to ask for or query anything, all information provided in folder. Woodburner, large flat screen TV and internet made it perfect for staying in, spent more time inside than out. Lovely location in Longnor, pretty village with plenty of food and drink options.

- Miss King, November 2011
Mrs Wilby November 2011

“The location was fantastic, in a lovely quiet village and giving us chance to relax.”

- Mrs Wilby, November 2011
Mrs Powell October 2011

“The cottage was beautiful in every way and in a lovely location.”

We walked in and felt immediately at home, the owners were very friendly and helpful. We will return!

- Mrs Powell, October 2011
Mrs Cockerton October 2011

“We received a very warm welcome, the owners left wine, milk and biscuits for us.”

We loved the conservatory. A beautiful area. , lovely village' reasonable price.

- Mrs Cockerton, October 2011
Mrs Timms September 2011

“We found Duncrest an excellent place to stay.”

The cottage was very comfortable and of a high standard. The owners were there to meet us and couldnt have been more welcoming. The locals were friendly and the pubs served good food and ales. The surrounding area is stunning with lots of places of interest. We had a wonderful time and would recommend this property. We hope to visit Derbyshire again!

- Mrs Timms, September 2011
Mr Mcadam September 2011

“On arrival the property was immaculately clean and the standard exceeded our expectations.”

The owners were lovely and helpful although not intrusive in any way. We would highly recommend to anyone who would like a nice romantic getaway and a terrific base to explore the Peak District.

- Mr Mcadam, September 2011
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The property

A delightful terraced stone-built cottage, situated in the heart of the thriving village of Longnor, in the Peak District National Park.

Beautifully decorated and fitted out to a very high standard, this single-storey Longnor cottage provides cosy, romantic and welcoming accommodation.

Boasting a modern, fitted kitchen with a dining area, a sitting room with woodburning stove and a lovely south-facing conservatory with distant countryside views, this charming Longnor cottage is just the spot for some rest and relaxation after a day out exploring the beautiful Peaks.

The quaint, cobbled village of Longnor provides an array of shops and traditional pubs, whilst nearby the Manifold Valley and Tissington Trail offer great walking and cycling opportunities.

With the spa town of Buxton, the lovely market town of Bakewell and the thrilling Alton Towers theme park within easy reach, you'll be spoilt for choice at this fabulous Longnor cottage.

Summary

All ground floor
Two bedrooms: 1 x super king-size double (zip/link, can be twin on request), 1 x single
Shower room with shower, basin and WC
Fitted kitchen with dining area
Sitting room with woodburning stove and doors to conservatory.
Oil central heating with woodburning stove
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, flat screen TV, DVD, stereo/CD, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent (additional logs available at £4.00 per bag)
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off road parking for 1 car, additional roadside parking available
Walled garden area with lawn, patio, furniture and BBQ
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop 5 mins walk, pub 3 mins walk.

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About the location

LONGNOR

Buxton 6 miles; Bakewell 9 miles.

The charming Peak District village of Longnor is situated in beautiful countryside on the Staffordshire Moorlands/Derbyshire border, with the River Dove to the east and the River Manifold to the west, making an excellent touring centre. The village boasts two pubs, a shop, a Post Office, café tea room, fish and chip shop, and a beautiful church. The historic market square is cobbled and a scale of market charges is still posted on a board outside the market hall. Chatsworth House, Haddon Hall, the Spa town of Buxton with its famous Opera House, the attractive market town of Bakewell and Alton Towers theme park are all within easy reach.

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Reviews

“Another visit to lovely Duncrest.”

“Great property; just what we needed as a base to explore the Peak District.”

“An ideal cottage for anybody looking for a relaxing time in the Peak District countryside.”

“Holiday cottage was amazing.”

“A lovely cottage very close to the centre of Longnor.”

“Lovely cottage, very clean and cozy.”

“A lovely cottage that has obviously been well cared for and exceptionally clean.”

“Perfect welcome.”

“Really lovely cottage in a lovely town.”

“Our host Mr & Mrs Dunn were great very friendly and helpful from the start, a lovely bungalow clean and cosy it was an ideal location for us most enjoyable.”

“Great location, nice garden, welcoming hosts.”

“Perfect accommodation and an excellent village with wonderful scenery and plenty to do and enjoy in the Derbyshire Peak District.”

“The cottage was spotless, cosy, warm and had everything you could possibly need .”

“A superb little cottage which was immaculately clean on arrival.”

“The owners were very nice people and even supplied Christmas trees and bottle of bubbly along with mince pies and biscuits (how lovely).”

“We had a great time.”

“Our second visit to this lovely comfortable property.”

“George and Lynne were very friendly and left little gifts for us on arrival.”

“Duncrest is a superb property, very clean and comfortable with very nice helpful owners.”

“A very enjoyable stay at Duncrest.”

“What an excellent cottage.”

“My son and I had a lovely holiday at Duncrest and will certainly try to go back.”

“We enjoyed staying in Duncrest cottage.”

“Lovely couple excellent cottage in a beautiful location ideal for a week away.”

“Stayed during the very bad snow and village was cut off, unfortunately the local pub had no food so we could not get a meal there.”

“Lovely cottage very clean and comfortable with everything needed for a great holiday.”

“Duncrest was in an ideal location to explore the Peak District.”

“This is a real treasure.”

“A lovely family who made us feel very welcome.”

“Duncrest is by far the nicest cottage my mum & I have stayed in.”

“Excellent cottage in the beautiful surroundings of the Peaks and the little village of Longnor.”

“Very comfortable, warm and relaxing accomodation.”

“Lovely cottage , spotless clean , very cosy , very helpful owners”

“I liked the village location; the essentials were close by, all just a short stroll.”

“Everything about this property was high standard.”

“Fantastic cottage, ideal for complete rest and relaxation in a beautiful setting.”

“Cottage lovely and cosy with excellent standard of cleanliness and quality of furniture.”

“The rooms at Duncrest were spotless, comfortable and well equipped.”

“The cottage was very well appointed, one of the best we've been to.”

“Atractive, cosy, lovey, comfortable cottage.”

“Wonderful cottage in a lovely village location.”

“A wonderful 'get away from it all' retreat.”

“The cottage was spacious and spotlessly clean.”

“The property was ideal and the owners could not have been more welcoming or helpful - would definitely recommend to others and return ourselves.”

“Lovely cottage, lovely owners and lovely area.”

“Lovely warm, comfortable accommodation in a beautiful setting.”

“Fantastic accommodation, furnishing, equipment, welcome pack and hosts.”

“The owners were a very pleasant and welcoming couple, gave us an introduction to workings of cottage and tour of property.”

“A warm welcome received from the friendly owner, Duncrest was a comfortable spotless cottage.”

“The welcome from the owner was very nice.”

“It was a lovely warm cottage with comfortable seating and bed.”

“I have to say that the cottage owners went out of their way to make us feel welcome and it was clear to see they had made every effort to make the cottage homely and comfortable.”

“We received a genuine welcome from the owners.”

“The cottage was immaculate and felt like home straight away.”

“The cottage was fantastic and everything was perfect.”

“If you are looking for home from home in a quality cottage in a sleepy village then this is it”

“Excellent holiday cottage.”

“Thoroughly enjoyed our stay, should be rated 5 star, would definitely return and recommend this to our friends”

“This cottage is situated in the heart of the Peak District and there is a host of things to do within a 30 mile radius.”

“We enjoyed everything, the cottage was wonderful and the owners were lovely people who made us feel very welcome.”

“The cottage was superb, a credit to the owners.”

“Lovely cottage in a very peaceful location, but with a pub, shop, and fish and chip shop less than 5 minutes walk away.”

“This cottage is in a great location particularly for touring and visiting the local attractions.”

“Exceptionally clean, with nice owners and a very warm welcome.”

“The cottage was beautiful, very well equipped and the owners were full of advice and knowledge of the area.”

“Great accomodation in a an excellent location”

“We called it "Home" from the first day of our trip!”

“A lovely cosy cottage.”

“I liked the peace and quiet in both the cottage and Longnor.”

“Gorgeous cottage with everything you could want including wonderful views.”

“Gorgeous cottage with everything you could want including wonder”

“Lovely cottage with excellent quality fixtures and fittings.”

“Everything was brilliant.”

“Peaceful, relaxing time but close to many beautiful places with”

“ideal country cottage”

“everything we needed”

“The location is great for visiting many local places of interest.”