Hill Cottage

29 Customer Reviews

• "Lovely place to stay."

  Little bit of a climb to the cottage as parking is on road. The cottage was well equiped and beds were really comfy.Overall a very enjoyable break.

  Thank you for your feedback and we’re really pleased that you had an enjoyable break at Hill Cottage. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Peter4.1★Mar 2025

• "Another perfect stay at Hill Cottage."

  Everything was just right, as always. The cottage is so well equipped and homely. The views from the garden and the bedroom are lovely, and the community-owned and run village shop has all you need.

  Delighted to hear that you’ve had another great stay at Hill Cottage. We look forward to welcoming you back in the New Year. Property Owner

  Reviewed by David5.0★Dec 2024

• "If you want 100% chilled out place to stay,this is place."

  .what a wonderful beautiful cottage...wouldn't hesitate to return if we holiday in that Part of the country again...BEAUTIFUL

  Thank you for leaving a great review of our cottage. Hopefully we can welcome you back again in the future. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Russell5.0★Sep 2024

• "There is something very special about Hill Cottage and the lovely village of Winster."

  The cottage is perfectly equipped and furnished for guest stays but is welcoming and homely at the same time. The terraced garden is very pretty with views over the valley and surrounding countryside. The hosts are always available and helpful and have provided everything one could need. We have just returned from our fourth visit and the fifth is already booked.

  Thank you for the fabulous feedback. We are very pleased to hear you enjoyed the garden and views during your summer stay at the cottage. We look forward to welcoming you back again later in the year. Property Owner

  Reviewed by David5.0★Aug 2024

• "This property is lovely and cosy."

  We had a fantastic time here. It has everything you need.

  Thank you very much for the fabulous review. We hope to welcome you back again soon. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Sandra5.0★Aug 2024

• "We enjoyed our stay."

  Well maintained cottage with a beautiful garden. Enough space for a family of 4.

  Thank you for the lovely feedback and we hope to welcome you back again soon. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Knowledge4.7★Jul 2024

• "A beautiful cottage in a pretty village, on the whole we throughly enjoyed our stay and were utterly charmed by the cottage even with it's plumbing quirks!"

  When we arrived the cottage was generally very clean but we did notice the tiled areas in the bathroom could have done with a deep clean as there was quite a bit of build up on the grout. The plumbing as I have mentioned is a unique system to say the least and to some extent we could appreciate this goes hand in hand with an older property. Having said that there are some issues that do need attention, the upstairs toilet doesn't always flush properly and in order to have a warm shower it was necessary to run the hot tap first to get the boiler to kick in. Also if a tap was turned on or a toilet flushed elsewhere in the property the shower flow reduced to nothing and was freezing. The property owner did message half way through our stay to ask if the shower was working properly but by then we had managed to work with it and did not want our stay disturbed by an engineer. I would add that if the owner was aware of issues with the shower then it would have been nice to be informed before we arrived. The property information was also very limited, we couldn't find any instructions for the property appliances, including the heating. There was also no landfill or recycling bins outside which meant we couldn't empty the internal bins during our stay. All in all we were very pleased with our visit and would be delighted to return once the plumbing issues have been rectified.

  Thank you for the feedback and apologies we weren’t able to get an engineer out before your stay but we weren’t made aware of any issues until changeover day. A plumber has been to the property and I understand that all has been rectified. Hopefully we can welcome you back at a future date. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Helen3.8★Jun 2024

• "Lovely clean and comfy cottage in quirky village with friendly people in beautiful countryside."

  Only one drawback the shower wouldn't keep hot.! If that was fixed it would have been perfect.

  Thanks for the review and we will take a look at the shower asap. Hope to welcome you back in the future. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Anthea5.0★Jun 2024

• "Hill Cottage is a lovely, traditional Peak District cottage set in the tranquil village of Winster."

  It has a modern, well equipped kitchen and two comfortable bedrooms. There are toilets upstairs and downstairs. It was plenty warm enough too (June). The garden area is super, with 6 or 8 steps up to the outdoor large table and chairs and 20 plus steps up to the summer house which is set in a beautiful snug garden with nice views. We found the locals to be very friendly and a well stocked village shop and a pub a short walk away downhill are very handy. Winster is a great central location for the southern Peak District with the towns of Ashbourne, Bakwell and Matlock easily accessible. There are also many quaint villages within reach too: Hartington, Ilam, Youlegreave etc. If you like walking or cycling then Dovedale, Carsington Water and the Monsal Trail are all not far away. There are also a few walks right from the doorstep. The owners were great, good instructions on booking and really helpful during the stay. Just be aware that the cottage is set back from the road behind other cottages so you will need to carry your luggage a bit further than usual and make sure your car has a good handbrake - it's not called Hill cottage without reason! A super stay in a traditional stone built cottage in a lovely setting. We may well be back!

  Glad you had an enjoyable stay. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Tim4.4★Jun 2024

• "Hill Cottage is a delight."

  Set in the pretty village of Winster, which has a good local shop and a pub. The cottage is very comfortable, clean, and charming. It's surprisingly spacious inside, the boot room was really useful, especially for the lovely walks straight from the front door, and the cottage is in easy reach of Hope Valley. We had a mix bag of weather but the cottage was cosy and warm and we enjoyed using the log burner. On sunny days the garden was wonderful. There are a number of steps but the views are stunning. After being out all day, to come back and sit in the garden with a chilled glass of wine, and look out across the hills, was my favourite thing to do. The description of the cottage and the photos provided by the owners are accurate. The owners were very helpful and always returned our calls quickly. I can't recommend Hill Cottage highly enough. After our two weeks holiday we really didn't want to leave.

  Thank you so much for the positive feedback and we are very pleased to hear you had a great time. Hope to welcome you back soon. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Chris5.0★Jun 2024

• "Cottage was beautiful and in a very nice location."

  Would have given it 5 stars if it wasn't for the temperamental hot water, broken hot water tap in the kitchen and central heating system which heated every room except for the sitting room. Brought our recycling home with us as there didn't seem to be any containers for them and no instructions other than to put everything in the wheelie bin.

  Apologies, the kitchen tap/hot water tap was not in full working order. I’d paid a local plumber prior to your arrival for the tap to be fixed and the cleaners flagged with me that the tap was not working correctly when you checked out. If you had called during your stay, I could have rectified by contacting the plumber. I understand all is now fixed but will call the current guests tomorrow to check. The heating in the living room is under floor heating and details are provided in the email provided prior to your stay. Glad your short stay overall was enjoyable. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Beverley3.8★May 2024

• "Lovely cottage which was surprisingly spacious with 2 big bedrooms."

  Comfortable beds and sofas and well heated. There was a shower and separate bath. Terraced garden, including summer house, was a great sun trap for an afternoon drink. Great location half way between 2 village pubs. A couple of improvements: - all taps dripped, particularly the kitchen one - the dining table wasn’t fit for purpose as legs couldn’t fit underneath so you had to sit very uncomfortably side on. - needs a vegetable peeler

  Reviewed by Lee4.7★Mar 2024

• "I think 6 hours is too long between departure and arrival."

  We've been renting through Sykes for 10-15 years. It used to be 4 hours. "Covid cleaning' upped it to 6. Time now to reduce it again. In the case of this rental, it didn't mattter to us.

  Reviewed by Charles4.7★Feb 2024

• "Everything perfect."

  ..except for instructions on bin / recycling days.

  Reviewed by Matthew5.0★Feb 2024

• "Delightful cottage and comfortable beds etc Only a few comments !"

  The bath towels are very small and really need bath sheets. They wouldn’t go round any of us. No egg cups…… A chair for clothes in the main bedroom would be nice. Maybe a folding luggage rack. I don’t like putting cases onto beds

  Reviewed by Philippa4.7★Jan 2024

• "We had a lovely stay at Hill Cottage over Christmas, the kitchen was very well equipped, we tend to err on the side of caution and bring our own items, really not necessary here."

  A lovely Christmas themed welcome pack on our arrival and fantastic contact with the owners, over a minor issue that was resolved. The cottage is in a stunning location with so many places to visit locally, but highly recommend a walk around the village itself. Check the Miners Standard pub website for great walks and highly recommend popping in for a drink. Marks down are for the flagstones at the front of the cottage that need to be jet washed, they were very slippery where moss had been left to grow, and the need for a proper access statement to get to the cottage. This was provided by the owner after booking but not clear on Sykes, could be an issue for some. Also the ground floor toilet/cloakroom should be mentioned in the listing, whilst there are some steps it is easily accessible unless wheelchair based. I would wholeheartedly recommend Hill Cottage if you don’t have any accessibility issues.

  Reviewed by Helen4.4★Dec 2023

• "Cosy cottage renovated to a high standard in great location for accessing the Peak District."

  Lovely well laid out kitchen with every thing you might need (except dishwasher). Very good quality kitchen appliances . I loved the heated flagstone floor in the sitting room and the wood burner supplied with one evening worth of logs. I recommend parking in the village if you don’t mind the walk. Thanks for the welcome tea and biscuits.

  Reviewed by Helen5.0★Oct 2023

• "An exceptionally well kitted out cottage with some nice thoughtful touches."

  Although it modern it has not lost the old cottage feel and it is ideally located for the the key places of interest. I would most definitely recommend this cottage and we are already considering coming again.

  Reviewed by John5.0★Sep 2023

• "A wonderful cottage."

  It was exceptionally clean and has a fantastic layout. The hosts were helpful by providing last minute bed sheets as the weather was particularly warm. The description was almost accurate. I would recommend that the parking description is a little more detailed in terms of expect to park your car on a steep hill and not directly outside the property esp for those who bring bicycles on their holiday and for folks with mobility issues as the stone steps to the property are uneven and the footpath is also steep. I would also recommend that you possibly look to swap out the washing machine for a dish washer too. However I appreciate this is a personal preference. Nonetheless we did have a comfortable stay. Thank you

  Reviewed by Sam4.7★Aug 2023

• "An excellent and well kept property."

  The facilities provided well met our expectations and left nothing to chance. The location in both the village and Peak District was perfect for facilities, walking and entertainment. Even though we had some vile weather the TV was little used, we preferred to use the village pubs or to sit around the kitchen table and plan, talk and read (with a little wine from time to time). The garden and summer house with thier views across the village were the icing on the cake. All in all an excellent stay ( and yes we will be back).

  Reviewed by David5.0★Jul 2023

• "One of the loveliest cottages we have stayed in."

  The garden was beautiful and well equipped with several sitting areas . Winster is a great base for exploring the Peak District. Highly recommend this cottage and hope to return soon.

  Reviewed by Cheryl4.4★Jul 2023

• "We had a lovely stay at hill cottage, so good we didn’t want the holiday to end."

  The cottage itself was very well presented, with absolutely everything needed for a comfortable stay, and the fact that it is set back away from a busy road the house itself was very quiet and peaceful. The owners made it clear that they were on hand if there was any problems, which of course there wasn’t. The only thing (which is in no way a criticism) is the garden was on quite a few levels which may not suit the elderly or people with very young children. Otherwise a great place to stay.

  Reviewed by Michael5.0★May 2023

• "This is our second time at Hill Cottage."

  We were so happy the first time that we had to visit again. This is one of those rentals where everything is catered for. Lovely touches like a heated coat room, OS Maps of the area on the wall in the downstairs toilet, lovely cottage kitchen with all the accessories you need, comfy beds, lovely and quiet location, wood fire. There is a nice summer house but we have yet to use it, as we have visited both times in spring and it has been too cold on both occasions. Plenty of nice walks nearby, Bakewell and Buxton are both close with a car. Perfect place to wind down and relax.

  Reviewed by David5.0★Mar 2023

• "Excellent - what a lovely cottage - I will definitely be staying here again"

  Reviewed by Paul5.0★Dec 2022

• "Our second stay this year at Hill Cottage was even better than the first."

  The hosts have provided d everything guests could want. We were there on the coldest week of the winter and it was always warm and cozy and the log burner was a great extra. The situation is quiet and peaceful yet convenient for the well-stocked village community-run shop. Winster is one the most attractive and interesting villages in The Peaks with excellent walks on the hills right from the door. The views from the garden are breath-taking - we are returning to Hill Cottage for a third visit in the spring.

  Reviewed by David5.0★Dec 2022

• "Hill Cottage is extremely charming and well-equipped."

  The garden terraces behind the cottage give wonderful views across the valley and the garden itself is enchanting. The owners have provided everything needed for a perfect romantic break and the view for the main bedroom is wonderful to wake-up to. It has ben tastefully modernised with excellent facilities and is cosy and warm but with the original features of the stone cottage in tact. We have already booked a return visit.

  Reviewed by David5.0★Oct 2022

• "Our family had a lovely time at the cottage."

  It is set in a stunningly beautiful location. As as we live just outside of London, the peace and quiet was greatly appreciated! nice close to a friendly local shop and little walks to explore. The cottage itself was incredibly clean and comfortable. I was really pleased at how well stocked the kitchen was for cooking utensils and the bed was so comfortable. What I was looking forward to the most was being cosy next to the fire and in such a pretty location we had a lovely, relaxing time. The hosts were really considerate and really responsive. would definitely return.

  Reviewed by Sarah5.0★Sep 2022

• "We loved the property, it was perfect for a weekend getaway."

  We were also grateful for the amenities provided. We did a lovely walk from the door to Robin Hood’s Stride and Stanton Moor. We would definitely stay again! Thanks so much.

  Thank you for the positive feedback. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Eve5.0★Aug 2022

• "Very pretty cottage, tastefully decorated."

  We found it easier to park on East Bank and walk to the cottage the back way, It's a steep road on which to park the car. Yes, there are lots of steps but great views from the garden and it was good to have a pre dinner drink in the Summer House. We visited both pubs in the village, The Miners Standard is a friendly walkers pub burgher and chips kind of place and The Bowling Green doesn't have a restaurant but does take aways on Fri/Sat/Sun although quite a comprehensive menu and the food was very good. It's only a 5 minute walk from the cottage. If I'm being really picky I would have liked a cafetière so that we could have made a decent cup of coffee, I'm not a fan of instant and a dishwasher would have been good but appreciate it may be difficult to have fitted one in the kitchen. It's a lovely place to stay if you like a quiet retreat and is not far from some lovely walks and places to visit.

  Really pleased you enjoyed your stay at Hill Cottage and I can confirm the cottage now has a cafetière. We hope to welcome you back in the future. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Rachel4.7★Aug 2022

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