The Wood Shed, Bank Top Farm

50 Customer Reviews

• "An excellent proposition lead by a true professional in the industry."

  Karl has an immaculate understanding of the client experience and that is evident from top to bottom. The Wood Shed is a modern, sleek building with everything you need and more. We really enjoyed the small touches which included cleaning products and a full range of cutlery. Karl takes the time to personally introduce himself and show you around, meaning that you feel comfortable communicating with him and have an understanding of everything that the property offers. We will be back, do not doubt an experience at The Wood Shed, it is truly fantastic

  Vijay, Wow, wow, wow! Feedback like this is so motivational and really truly appreciated. We love hosting people at Bank Top Farm and look forward to seeing you both again. Regards, Karl Property Owner

  Reviewed by Vijay5.0★Mar 2025

• "Karl was incredibly hospitable and great to chat with."

  The Wood Shed was immaculately presented throughout and the bed was very comfortable. The Wood Shed was also conveniently situated for lots of walking routes as well as being close to Ashbourne for the pubs and coffee shops. We had a lovely weekend getaway.

  It was smashing to meet you two, and welcome you back any time! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Jessica5.0★Jan 2025

• "Karl was a joy, very personable and nothing seemed too much bother, he made our stay more pleasurable."

  The property itself was well appointed and there wasn’t anything further that we could have wished for, there has obviously been a lot of thought into the customers requirements. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Wood Shed and will be returning whenever we get the chance.

  What a very kind review Graham. We have given a lot of thought to all our cottages with regards to layout, decor and furnishings, as we want accommodation that we would like to stay in ourselves! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Graham5.0★Jan 2025

• "The cottage is fantastic, immaculate & cozy."

  There was everything we needed and more! Very warm welcome.

  Thanks for the very kind review Amanda, it was great house hosting you. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Amanda5.0★Nov 2024

• "Wow, what an amazing short break we have had here."

  We stayed 2 nights in the woodshed and it was perfect. We where greeted and shown around by Karl (what a top gent) which was a lovely touch. There was a lovely bottle of prosecco on ice on arrival and milk in the fridge and they are really nice touches to have. The Woodshed has everything you need for a relaxing getaway and we can't fault any of it. We will definitely return.

  Lovely to meet you two guys. Thanks for the kind words, you are very welcome to stay again. Regards, Karl. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Tim5.0★Nov 2024

• "Beautiful Lodge in beautiful surroundings."

  Lovely to have the hot tub after a day exploring and the added novelty of Netflix which we don't have at home. Lovely touch with the prosseco in an ice bucket when we walked in and tea coffee and milk supplied. The only reason I have given 4 stars and not 5 is that we have stayed at 4 and 5 star hotels and always been supplied with toiletries and I think for the money that we paid which equated to £200 a night a shower gel/body lotion and shampoo would have been the icing on the cake. Also the curtain fittings (tieback fittings) in the living room were loose with the screws coming out of the wall. All in all to sit in a hot tub over looking open fields was wonderful and I would throughly recommend the Woodshed and we will at some point be returning.

  Thanks for taking the time to leave a review Catherine. Apologies about the curtain tie back bracket, which is now fixed and looking into the toiletries as well! #EveryDay #SchoolDay #ThankYou. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Katharine4.7★Nov 2024

• "We both had a very relaxing stay at The Wood Shed."

  The owners have thought of everything that you would need. The location is very central to many sites and attractions in Derbyshire. The hot tub especially was brilliant and the place was spotlessly clean. The bed was very comfortable, the shower was great, and the TV's in both the lounge and bedroom were an added bonus. The place even has a dishwasher, with dishwasher tablets provided. We would higher recommend The Wood Shed and can't wait to return.

  Hi John, What a very kind review. I’m really pleased you’ve recognised the great housekeeping team at Derbyshire Cleaning Services. Thank you! Regards, Karl, Helen & Pip Property Owner

  Reviewed by John5.0★Oct 2024

• "We have thoroughly enjoyed our short stay at the Wood Shed."

  The accomodation is compact but has everything you could possibly need. the king sized bed is very comfortable and the accomodation spotlessly clean. Very comprehensive information is provided by the hosts on the use of all appliances, walks, places to visit & eat in the area. The location was very peaceful and the added bonus of the hot tub was a lovely treat after a full days walking. The hosts are very friendly & helpful if needed, we had a small issue with the operation of the hot tub but a quick message to Karl and Helen responded right away and the issue was resolved. A very enjoyable short stay, would highly recommend.

  Thanks for the very kind and comprehensive review Carole, and thanks also for recognising that Helen was able to step in and help out during my absence. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Carole5.0★Oct 2024

• "Perfect!! Me and my girlfriend had the best time at the wood shed"

  . Everything is lovely and modern and still has that countryside feeling to it. Would highly recommend to anyone wanting a nice weekend away :))

  Reviewed by Brandon5.0★Oct 2024

• "Already provided direct to owner"

  Lovely to have you both back again! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Roderick5.0★Oct 2024

• "Really enjoyed our stay."

  The accommodation is excellent. A very relaxing place to spend a few days and a great base to explore a such lovely area. Thank you Karl for providing such a clean and comfortable place. Loved the hot tub and the peace. Thank you

  Thanks for the review, Philip, which is a real motivator to keep on keeping on! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Philip5.0★Oct 2024

• "My friend and I had a fabulous stay at this gorgeous property which was very well equipped and comfortable."

  It was so peaceful with lovely views

  Hi Janet, Thanks very much for the review; it was a pleasure to host you both! Regards, Karl Property Owner

  Reviewed by Janet5.0★Oct 2024

• "A beautiful property in a fabulous location."

  I particularly loved the little touches that made us feel special- the huge bed with plump pillows, the complementary Prosecco and the super clean hot tub and deck area. Everything was very high spec and nothing was too much trouble.

  Thanks so much Sandra; really pleased the “little touches” enhanced your stay. Now the weather is cooling down, the hot tub becomes an even greater luxury, doesn’t it!? Property Owner

  Reviewed by Sandra5.0★Sep 2024

• "We really enjoyed our stay at the Wood shed it had everything we needed."

  The hot tub was a fantastic asset and the sunsets were unbeatable. We would definitely recommend to friends and family and would love to return in the future!

  Hi James, It was lovely to host you and thanks so much for the great review. May I ask what we could do to improve the facilities and comfort for guests moving forward? We always appreciate constructive feedback! Regards, Karl Property Owner

  Reviewed by James4.4★Sep 2024

• "Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Wood Shed, great location to explore the Peak District and nice to come back and enjoy the hot tub."

  Really pleased you enjoyed your stay at the Woodshed. Lovely to meet you both. I think I told you I’m not native of Derbyshire. I’m absolutely hooked on the peak district region and Derbyshire Dales having lived here for nearly 25 years! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Alison5.0★Aug 2024

• "Brilliant host, very friendly and welcoming with a bottle of prosecco and flowers."

  The accommodation is very well equipped with great views. The hot tub was fantastic with a superb view of the sunset. Stunning place to stay, relax and escape the hustle and bustle! Fab location. Would highly recommend and looking forward to returning.

  What lovely feedback Charmaine; thanks so much! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Charmaine5.0★Aug 2024

• "Beautiful cottage, we were so impressed from the moment we walked in."

  There was even a bottle of cold prosecco waiting for us! Facilities were brilliant, fully stocked kitchen and BBQ which we made great use of. Karl was really welcoming and made sure we had everything we needed. We would definitely love to come back to The Wood Shed.

  Thanks for the fab feedback Emma. Lovely to meet you both! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Emma5.0★Jul 2024

• "Great place has absolutely everything you could possibly want nice and peaceful ..."

  Great place has absolutely everything you could possibly want nice and peaceful comfortable bed hot tub had a fab couple of nights here would definitely come again Karl was a great host

  Thanks, Nicola. Love hosting guests here a Bank Top Farm, and especially when we get wonderful feedback like yours! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Nicola5.0★Jul 2024

• "Had a lovely, relaxing stay in this great location."

  Property had everything that we needed and was very clean and cosy. Loved the very large comfy bed and that the hot tub had a canopy over it- great when it rained. Will definitely return and recommend to family and friends.

  It was lovely to meet you both, Lisa. We’ve invested a lot of money in the bed and the hot tub in particular, so when we get feedback like yours it makes it all worthwhile. Do stay in touch, regards Karl. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Lisa5.0★Jul 2024

• "We had a wonderful stay at the Wood Shed."

  Karl was a great host, very friendly and gave a great intro to the facilities and lots of good recommendations in his booklet. A perfect base for a day trip to Alton towers and exploring dovedale and Bakewell. We loved relaxing in the hot tub after our busy days out and a very comfy massive bed as well!

  I flippin love hosting guests like you! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Siobhan5.0★Jul 2024

• "Beautifully compact with all modern facilities the owners have thought of every little detail regarding equipment etc."

  It was a shame the weather wasn't better to have used the outside facility more. Would highly recommend the accommodation.

  Thanks Zena. Lovely hosting you both & thanks for the amazing feedback! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Zena5.0★Jun 2024

• "We had a fantastic stay in this wonderful apartment."

  The property owner, Karl, was there to meet and greet us upon arrival and take us through all facilities including the hot tub. He was incredibly friendly and welcoming, and everything we needed was provided. I'd 100% recommend this property to anyone looking for a relaxing break in Derbyshire.

  It was lovely to meet and host you both here at top farm Sam. Thank you so much for the kind review. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Sam5.0★Jun 2024

• "Really great accommodation and location."

  Nothing was too much for Karl the owner. Unfortunately neither he nor us had any control over the weather but we still had a lively stay.

  Hi Christine, Thanks for the kind feedback, we loved having you. Here’s to better weather next time! Regards, Karl Property Owner

  Reviewed by Christine5.0★Apr 2024

• "Would highly reccomend!"

  ! Great host and accommodation will be coming back soon

  Thanks Nick. We really appreciate the feedback. Regards, Karl Property Owner

  Reviewed by Nick5.0★Mar 2024

• "As a last minute booking we felt like we’d struck gold!"

  The Wood Shed is just stunning and is stylishly furnished with everything you could need for a wonderful holiday. It is perfectly situated at the base of the Peak District with so much to see and do nearby. Karl is the most helpful host and a lovely guy, he is clearly proud of what he has created and justifiably so. We saw Red Kites in the skies above and to our delight a Woodpecker and an abundance of Blue (and other) tits on the bird feeders we took with us. The views from the cottage are amazing. Just try it and see! We will be back! Thank you for sharing kindest regards Sally and Wal (and for the fizz and flowers) Ps Netflix was an added bonus on the Smart TVs we got to watch the much hyped Fool me once

  Great to host you and Walt, Sally, and absolutely flattered that you booked to stay with us again next year, even before you’d left the cottage this year! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Sally5.0★Feb 2024

• "Me and my boyfriend have had the best time at The Wood Shed."

  It's the perfect little retreat for a couple. Karl was really lovely and he met us when we arrived and showed us around the cottage, we were welcomed with a bottle of prosecco and fresh flowers. The cottage is decorated lovely and very clean. It has everything you need such as the well equipped kitchen, comfortable bed and smart TV's. The guide book has lots of good information in it about the local area, we actually only live 20 minutes away from the cottage but it felt like we were miles from home as it was so peaceful being out in the countryside. The hot tub was also a super nice treat. We had a lovely relaxing stay and would love to come back to recharge the batteries again! Thank you Karl, Helen and Pip, we highly recommend

  Reviewed by Jessica5.0★Dec 2023

• "This was a It was a last minute decision to go away "on retreat" on boxing day as a reset."

  This was literally the perfect property. Beautifully maintained and immaculate throughout. The highlight was meditation in the hot tub under the stars every night. Karl was the perfect host, I highly recommended this property... I'll definitely be back!

  Kate, It was privilege to provide you sanctuary from your very demanding vocation. Thank you for choosing The Wood Shed, Bank Top Farm! Very best wishes, Karl Property Owner

  Reviewed by Kate5.0★Dec 2023

• "Absolutely brilliant!"

  Had the best of times, definitely will be coming back! The owners are brilliant and very welcoming. If you're looking for a romantic break away, this is you're place!

  Hi Jack, So pleased you both enjoyed our little romantic hideaway! Regards, Karl Property Owner

  Reviewed by Jack5.0★Oct 2023

• "Absolutely fantastic place."

  A beautiful tranquil facility with everything we needed to make our stay superb. Hosts went from above and beyond to make sure our stay was perfect. Will be returning for sure. Danny :)

  Absolute pleasure to host you both Danny, and thank you for the kind feedback! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Daniel5.0★Oct 2023

• "Great property for two."

  We were made to feel very welcome by the owner who was also very helpful. Will definitely stay here again and hope for less rain!

  Thanks for the great feedback/score Chris. We loved having you both and we’d be honoured to host you again! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Chris5.0★Sep 2023

• "We had a lovely weekend stay at the Woodshed."

  Karl was a fantastic host, and has clearly put a lot of time and thought into the cottage, with special touches and very detailed local information which was super helpful. The cottage itself was one of the best kitted out I've stayed in, particularly if you are going to be cooking, which we did! A few perfect evenings of bbq, sipping wine in the hot tub and gazing at the stars was just what we needed - would highly recommend a visit if you're coming to the area. Thanks Karl!

  Thanks for the review Heather. I am Humbled! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Heather5.0★Aug 2023

• "The property and surrounding area are absolutely lovely!"

  There’s plenty to do, and if you want to relax the jacuzzi and view is stunning. The kitchen is well-equipped if you want to make dinner rather than dine out. Karl was an amazing host, very attentive and friendly. We would absolutely come back :)

  Thanks Bronya, Great to host you both, and so pleasing that your experience left you wanting to come back again in the future. Regards, Karl Property Owner

  Reviewed by Bronya5.0★Jul 2023

• "This cottage is worthy of the 5 stars ."

  On our arrival we were met by Karl and and received a wonderful warm welcome and the chilled bottle and flowers were very much appreciated as we had booked for my wife's birthday.Karl was able to recommend a superb place for a meal and had a wonderful evening there. The highlight being the ride in the back of the 2CV with the roof back ! Next time I bring mine . The place is faultless, spotlessly clean and in a superb location overlooking the countryside to the hills. There is parking space and its easy to find with full directions .It's a perfect place to explore the area or just chill out. I have no doubts in recomending this place, I just hope that we will be able to book it when we want to return as it will no doubt be a popular cottage very soon

  Thanks so much for the strong recommendation Andrew. It was a pleasure to meet you and Monique, and to find we have a shared passion for crazy french cars. Driving around the Derbyshire Dales and Peaks is an absolute dream, so bring that classic next time! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Andrew5.0★Jul 2023

• "The Woodshed lives up to its 5star rating in every respect including Karl the ..."

  The Woodshed lives up to its 5star rating in every respect including Karl the owner who was fully engaged in making our 4 day stay very enjoyable

  Thanks for the very kind feedback Arthur, it really was lovely to meet you both. What might we be able to do to make guests stays more comfortable in future? All feedback gratefully received! Please stay in touch. Regards, Karl Property Owner

  Reviewed by Arthur4.7★Jun 2023

• "Really great stay."

  Great comfort and attention to detail, really friendly welcoming hosts. Beautiful setting. We enjoyed a wonderful relaxing weekend - thank you

  Hi Christian, Lovely to have you both stay with us. The Wood Shed is a favourite of mine, so thanks very much for comments about the comfort and attention to detail! Regards, Karl P.S. I need to spend more time sitting on the deck enjoying that view myself! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Christian5.0★May 2023

• "An absolutely wonderful property with so many nice touches - it is very clear that Karl and family take pride in their offering."

  The prosecco on arrival was a nice thought and gratefully received, whilst the property itself has comfortable furniture, a really nice sized bed, a great shower etc and the hot tub just tops it all off. We found it to be a good location for the exploring we wanted to do and an enticing base to return to (the hot tub again) for evenings. The welcome pack was incredibly useful and we ate at two of the food places recommended and second both of them! Highly recommend a stay here and our thanks to Karl and family for such a lovely break.

  Hi Ryan, So kind of you to not only stay with us, but then also write such a lovely review. Glad everything met your expectation and yes, we take real pride in what we offer, so I'm glad that shone through! Regards, Karl (Helen & Pip) Property Owner

  Reviewed by Ryan5.0★Mar 2023

• "We stayed in the Wood Shed for three nights over the weekend."

  The views are fantastic and the area is amazing, there's so much to do. Karl was an amazing host, super accommodating and very friendly! The hot tub has to be the best part by far, the sunsets and sunrises in the hot tub are fantastic. Our only gripe was a stain behind the toilet but other than that we would really recommend! Thanks for having us Karl.

  Thanks for the feedback George, we loved hosting you both! We hadn't spotted the stain, so I wish you'd mentioned it whilst you were with us and we could have addressed it. Anyway, we're "On IT" now, so thank all the same! Property Owner

  Reviewed by George4.4★Feb 2023

• "The property is in a nice relaxed place if you just want a chilled weekend or ..."

  The property is in a nice relaxed place if you just want a chilled weekend or nice walks we got showed around walked in there was a bottle of Prosecco and fresh flowers definitely recommend it and Karl was on hand if you needed anything

  Thanks so much for the review Martin. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Martin5.0★Feb 2023

• "Thank you for having us."

  You was very welcoming and we very much enjoyed our stay at the wood shed

  Hi Emma, It was lovely having you stay at Bank Top Farm over the New Year! Regards, Karl Property Owner

  Reviewed by Emma4.7★Dec 2022

• "The stay was amazing, from being greeted on arrival with Prosecco and a very friendly helpful host, to the lovely place with gorgeous views in the most relaxing setting."

  The Wood Shed has everything you need, clean modern and comfortable with a gorgeous design. I would recommend to anyone wanting a lovely week or weekend get away.

  Robert, Thanks much for the 100/100 rating. We're really pleased you enjoyed your stay with us here! Regards, Karl Property Owner

  Reviewed by Robert5.0★Nov 2022

• "Really enjoyed our stay."

  Karl ensured that everything was as it should be, the fresh flowers and Prosecco on ice were a lovely touch. The hot tub, gas barbecue and outdoor dining set were available on the decking if we wanted them. The cottage is less than 6 months old so is very clean and fresh. We would recommend to any couples wanting a short break.

  Thanks for the very kind review, Peter. We tried to create something really special for couples in building The Wood Shed, so I'm really glad you enjoyed your stay with us! Please stay in touch. Regards, Karl Property Owner

  Reviewed by Peter5.0★Nov 2022

• "We really enjoyed our stay at the Wood Shed and would recommend it."

  The facilities were clean and tidy and the attention to detail was evident. The hot tub was perfect to relax and chill while the location was great to go for a few different walks. Karl was a great host and on hand if we had needed anything so thanks a lot.

  High Chris. Thanks for taking time to leave a review. We really appreciate your feedback. We've loved creating these cottages and also hosting guests so they can relax. Do stay in touch. Regards, Karl Property Owner

  Reviewed by Chris5.0★Oct 2022

• "Beautiful setting."

  Communication from the owner was great, and really helpful. The Wood Shed itself was perfect, warm, and immaculate it has everything you need for your stay and more. Definitely recommend

  Thanks, Sharon, for the recommendation. Feedback such as yours is really motivational for me and my family! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Sharon5.0★Oct 2022

• "Beautiful well equipped property."

  Comfy bed. Lovely view outside, seating area and hot tub.

  Hi Horace, Thank you for being our guests and for sharing such positive thoughts here. We look forward to seeing you next time! Regards, Karl (Helen & Pip) Property Owner

  Reviewed by Horace5.0★Sep 2022

• "A perfect property for a short break."

  A lot of thought has been given to the facilities provided and anything not catered for I'm sure would have been addressed by the owner who is close to hand and happy and willing to help. No complaints whatsoever. Kath

  Hi Kath, Thanks for the wonderful feedback. Great to meet you both! Regards, Karl Property Owner

  Reviewed by Kath5.0★Sep 2022

• "To mirror previous reviews, this very clean, cosy, well-appointed cottage has everything a couple visiting the area could possibly want or need."

  The personal welcome from host, Karl along a bottle of chilled Prosecco and fresh flowers were very nice touches. The cottage is well equipped with a lovely shower room and an extremely comfortable bed. The hot tub, sun deck and view across the meadow were just added bonuses. As others have mentioned Karl is a superb host and nothing is too much trouble for him. This cottage is ideally situated to explore the surrounding area both locally and further afield within the Peak District. I cannot recommend this property enough.

  We loved having you both stay with us Christine and we're just glad our latest cottage lived up to your expectations. As a family, we've tried to create spaces that are memorable for all the right reasons, so thank you very much for the kind words! Karl, Helen & Pip! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Christine5.0★Aug 2022

• "What a lovely and wonderful place."

  If your after a nice quiet break, this is definitely the place to stay. Karl the owner is a really nice chap and can't do enough for you to have a memorable stay. Rating 10/10

  Reviewed by Shaun5.0★Aug 2022

• "Our stay at the Woodshed was absolutely magical!"

  The sheer level of hospitality and thoughtfulness shown by the owners is completely unmatched. They have absolutely thought of everything and more to include in the cottage! The cottage includes everything you’d need for a romantic getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city, with all the best amenities required, the most heavenly of beds and views of the sunset from the hot tub to complete a wonderful day. The owners were always available and helpful. In all our travelling we have never met owners who made us feel so at home as they did and we are truly grateful for that. I cannot rave enough about how great of an experience it was and we will most certainly be regular visitors!

  It was an absolute pleasure to have you stay with us. Your feedback is very kind and I promise to you and all future guests that we will continue at the same level of attention and hospitality. Stay safe and do come back! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Adrian5.0★Aug 2022

• "Cannot recommend “The Wood Shed” at Bank Top Farm highly enough, our stay was for seven days and we loved every minute it was so relaxing especially the hot tub , also the bed was so comfy and massive bigger than a king size and the bedding was good quality like everything else in the “Wood Shed”."

  Karl the owner is lovely nothing to much trouble, when we arrived there was a bottle of Prosecco chilling in an ice bucket and fresh flowers in a vase , will certainly book another stay in the near future.

  Hi Kathleen, Hosting you guys was a joy! Thank you so much for the positive feedback and we can’t wait to have you here with us again. Thanks also for the “heads up” re kitchen scissors to cut the rind off your bacon, of which there are now two pairs provided for such tasks in future!! Regards, Karl Property Owner

  Reviewed by Kathleen5.0★Jul 2022

• "Fab"

  Thanks Janet. Lovely to have you stay! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Janet5.0★Jul 2022

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