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The Wood Shed, Bank Top Farm

(Ref. 1100480)

Roston near Ashbourne, Peak District & Derbyshire Dales Show on map

5.0

Sykes rating

  • 2 Guests

  • 1 Bedroom

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets No

Features

  • Hot tub
  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Garden / Patio
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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28 Customer Reviews

  • "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.

    Reviewed by Christine5.0Apr 2024

  • "Would highly reccomend!"

    ! Great host and accommodation will be coming back soon

    Reviewed by Nick5.0Mar 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 Sally5.0Feb 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 Jessica5.0Dec 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 Kate5.0Dec 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 Jack5.0Oct 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 Daniel5.0Oct 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 Chris5.0Sep 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 Heather5.0Aug 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 Bronya5.0Jul 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 Andrew5.0Jul 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 Arthur4.7Jun 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 Christian5.0May 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 Ryan5.0Mar 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 George4.4Feb 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 Martin5.0Feb 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 Emma4.7Dec 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 Robert5.0Nov 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 Peter5.0Nov 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 Chris5.0Oct 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 Sharon5.0Oct 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 Horace5.0Sep 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 Kath5.0Sep 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 Christine5.0Aug 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 Shaun5.0Aug 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 Adrian5.0Aug 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 Kathleen5.0Jul 2022

  • "Fab"

    Thanks Janet. Lovely to have you stay! Property Owner

    Reviewed by Janet5.0Jul 2022

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Summary

  • Single-storey
  • One super-king-size (zip/link can be twin on request) with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC
  • Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with electric flame effect fire
  • Gas central heating and electric flame effect fire
  • Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge with icebox, dishwasher, wine chiller
  • Smart TV, super fast WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Off-road parking for 2 cars
  • Rear decking with seating, barbecue, and hot tub
  • Front communal garden with picnic bench and hammock
  • Sorry, no pets, no children under the age of 2, and no smoking/vaping
  • Shop 4.2 miles, pub 0.7 miles
  • Note: Unfortunately, bookings cannot commence on Sunday
  • Please note: Short break arrivals are allowed on Friday, Saturday or Monday.

The property

The Wood Shed is settled on Bank Top Farm in the rural village of Roston, Derbyshire.

Enjoying sweeping countryside views, a hot tub to watch the sky grow dark and a bedroom with an en-suite, this cottage is perfect for a romantic break.

On arrival, you will find off-road parking for two cars and a front shared garden to meet others alike.

Step inside to discover the open-plan living space, hosting contemporary fixtures like spot lights and a compact kitchen area with everything you need.

Enjoy dining for two at the dining table and let the outdoors in by opening the patio doors.

Outside, you can unwind on the decked area with a glass of wine in hand to watch the sunset; afterwards snuggle up on the sofa to make use of the Smart TV.

When eyes tire, there is a super-king-size bedroom, which is zip/link for flexible sleeping and is serviced by a tiled shower room.

Awaken with a cup of tea out on your private garden in the morning sunshine before planning for the exciting day ahead.

For a blissful escape with your other half, choose The Wood Shed.

Note: This property can be booked with Ref: 1075755 and1053613, together sleeping up to eight guests.

Bank Top Farm Cottages

Perched within idyllic countryside and boasting tranquil views of rural nature and the Derbyshire Dales, are three stylish and contemporary holiday cottages. The Bank Top Farm cottages are joined together on a single-storey level and each property has their own private decking and private hot tub as well as benefiting from shared access to a quaint outdoor seating area where groups of friends or a family can join together to socialise. For local amenities, head into the nearby village of Rocester and pick up the essentials, alternatively, the lovely market town of Ashbourne, waiting to be explored with its wonderful selection of eateries, independent shops, and the start of the Tissington Trail, the city of Derby, where all the major chains are represented, can be reached in half an hour. For the adrenaline junkies, you can look forward to spending the day at Alton Towers, boasting many thrilling rides including, Runaway Mine Train, Nemesis, Oblivion, Galactica, The Smiler, and Wicker Man; or visit the whimsical play area at the waterpark to enjoy the tropical lagoon, promising family fun all year around. If you want to take things more slowly, why not head to Denstone Farm Shop and Cafe for something scrumptious, before an easy stroll along the repurposed and picturesque Churnet Valley Railway. However, keener walkers can look forward to exploring the Limestone Way, which leads to Matlock or travel to the National Park to explore the delights of Dovedale Stepping Stones, Ilam Park and Thor's Cave.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

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About the location

ASHBOURNE

Matlock 15.7 miles; Bakewell 16.6 miles; Chatsworth 20.4 miles.

Lying at the southern end of the Peak District, Ashbourne is a perfect example of an English market town - market place with stalls, eccentric street plan, narrow cobbled alleys, coaching inns and almshouses. In its heyday in the 18th-century, the town was a fashionable social centre, and many fine Georgian buildings remain from this period. Today the town still has much to offer in terms of restaurants and inns and is regarded as something of a haven for antique hunters - but don’t expect a bargain! For those who prefer more outdoor pursuits, the Dove and Manifold Valleys are close by and for thrill seekers Alton Towers with its exciting collecting of rides and attractions is just a short drive away.

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This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas