Daisy Cottage

We stay in holiday cottages 6-8 times a year and this has been the most disappointing experience for a number of years.

The photos on the Syke site are very favourable and do not show that the dining room carpet has marks all over it (this was mentioned in a review in 2025 and the owner said it would be replaced). My aim is to stay in a property that is equal to or better than our own home and Daisy Cottage didn't match this expectation. As others have also mentioned, the lack of welcome basket and a log burner starter kit was noticeable as these are standard in holiday cottages these days. The dirty carpet gave a poor first impression and made the space feel slightly grubby. The sofas were uncomfortable, and it wasn't possible to close the large cupboard in the livingroom. The kitchen is dated including a gas cooker that has a 'knack' to be able to close the door. The washing up bowl needs replacing. Upstairs we could only find one exceptionally thin pillow per bunk bed so had to use cushions from the livingroom. The bathroom sink is cracked and again dated. The eye for detail is missing throughout the cottage with no full length mirror and screws visible holding a mirror up in the bedroom. The heating was also set to 5 on every radiator which was very unpleasant to wake up to. If it was my cottage, I would completely refit & redecorate the kitchen and bathroom to a higher standard, put wooden floor down downstairs, or change the carpets, put a welcome basket and log started kit out and ensure there were decent quality pillows available. The outside of the cottage is beautiful and neighbours lovely. The park so close by is great and parking possible but not easy, I think the photos make it look like a bigger space than it is. In conclusion, we wouldn't stay at Daisy Cottage again as it needs investment to bring it up to todays standards of a 4 star accommodation. I would view it in it's current state 3 with the current carpet more like 2. I'm aware that there are guests that seem to enjoy it and return which is great for the owner.

A very cosy and comfortable cottage in a good location with local walks and amenities.

This is a nice well equipped cottage in a lovely little village.

There were heaps of toys for the kids (2 & 5) to play with, and a good tv with Netflix etc. As other people have said the parking slot is a bit of a nightmare, but you can get a big car in eventually - but far easier to just park in free on street parking in the village. Best suited to one family - with more than two adults the relaxing space would probably be a bit cramped. Overall, we would come back!

Quirky cottage in a lovely village with great walks from the door, good location for pubs and shop.

A perfect cottage in a very pretty village.

The accommodation generally and the availability of equipment was exceptional. The countryside is beautiful; the shop and pub (Miners Standard) are ideal, and all local villagers are polite and friendly. We had no problems throughout our stay, and managed the on-site parking quite well once accustomed to the reversing-in slowly and carefully procedure.

I could move in today , we all fell in love with the cottage and the area, evening walks and the whole entire area , Bakewell , Matlock all stunning.

Found some love waterfalls and open water for swimming ..perfect ..Everything in cottage was clean and all we needed for our stay ..Parking was a challenge and we only have a mini but we got there in the end !!! Ha ha ..Thankyou and if we come back we will book again .Hazel

Lovely cottage in a central location.

Parking at the cottage is available but not easy with a large car. I suspect many visitors will elect to park elsewhere in Winster

Great location, close to the wonderful Winster Village Shop, which has everything you need including a Post Office.

Good to have off road parking, though a little tight getting in/out. So many wonderful walks from the door, we didn’t have to use the car all week. Very comfortable property and a lovely secluded patio. No washing machine, could be an issue with children. Strangely only two identical sized lids, which didn’t fit any of the saucepans!

Daisy Cottage is lovely.

It is fully equipped for your needs and is in a beautiful location. The lounge and bedrooms are very comfortable and a wealth of information is provided on things to do in the local area and beyond. We very much enjoyed our stay. The only negative issue worthy of mention is that the downstairs carpet could do with a clean or replacement and it would have been nice to have a little welcome pack on arrival (tea, milk, suger cake) as we were gasping for a cuppa when we got there and nothing was provided.

Very happy with our stay, the instructions regarding parking were very helpful

The cottage was comfortable, clean and well located within the village.

It was attractively decorated and retained its character. The only issue we had was with the parking. We found parking at the cottage very tight. We parked on Main Street which was not a problem.

Excellent property, we went there after a last minute change of our plans.

Quiet location but very easy access to the village and its well stocked community shop. Great walks from the door. Spacious and well appointed. Only improvements would be better pillows on the bunk beds and also a bath mat . Thankyou

Facilities excellent, we had everything we needed.

The only improvement would be a washing machine but not a major issue. The property was clean and tidy. The toy cupboard was extremely useful, keeping our 3 year old granddaughter occupied. Would definitely visit again and happy to give it a top class rating.

We found this property when we were looking for a last minute getaway to the Peaks and it did not disappoint.

The cottage is just beautiful and set in a perfect location, a stones throw from the village shop and local pub. The cottage itself was beautiful and clean and a very good size. This was very well catered for children too with booster seats and lots of games, which we enjoyed in the evenings. The cottage is set a 30 second walk from a small playground and also includes parking for 1 car, although probably more suited to a small car due to the narrow lane and turning. Overall, we had a very lovely stay here and wouldn’t hesitate to come back.

Cottage is largely as described, of good size and located in a nice quiet village.

There are lots of books and games to keep kids entertained. The cottage was clean on the surface but not been thoroughly cleaned as lots of cobwebs and items under furniture etc. The bathroom window and 1 bedroom window catches were broken and could not be closed making those rooms cold. The property is damp which has a lingering smell and black mould can be seen on some cushions. The main bedroom has no blind and the curtains do not fully cover the window. There is a stairgate at the top of the stairs but not one at the bottom. The cottage lacked essentials such as bathroom soap and spare bin bags. 1 sofa is particularly uncomfortable as you always fall into the middle. Bin day is wrong in the guestbook so we missed putting the bins out. Could be lovely but needs some running repairs.

Thank you for a really lovely stay at Daisy Cottage.

The beds were very comfortable, and the equipment and toys for our young children was all brilliant. Very responsive owner who was very helpful during our stay. Only thing to note - parking on the driveway is not for the faint-hearted!

The cottage had a terrible smell in the sitting room , and black mould on the skirting board.

Owner came next day to clean , which should have been done ready for our stay , no excuse for it not being clean . The smell was in the carpet which never went away ,it was so bad it made us feel sick. Consequently spending very little time in the cottage . Owner never followed up to see if the smell had gone , we got the impression she didn't care how it had affected the start of our holiday . . I would recommend staying in the village , it is a lovely place to go for walks and explore the surrounding area . I have photographs of the mould on the skirting boards.

A lovely homely cottage.

No issues what's so ever.

Daisy cottage is a beautiful house in a lovely location.

The parking space was a bit tight to manoeuvre into with an estate car but not impossible! We loved the playpark that was just over the road. The house itself is very well-equipped and immaculate and we appreciated the treats left by the owner! The wealth of board games was also great.

Lovely quaint cottage, very comfortable home away from home in a beautiful setting.

Happy to return in the future.

The most beautiful cottage with every small detail thought of.

Welcome pack of wine and Bakewell tart much appreciated. Host friendly and caring. Location superb and the village shop a few metres away was a real bonus. Would love to return.

Cosy cottage in a lovely village.

Comfortable sofas & bed. Welcome wine and cake a nice touch.

Wonderful cottage, very cosy and perfect location in the middle of Winster.

Lovely cottage - super cosy and comfortable.

Lots of thoughtful touches such as games, books and toys, and the cottage was a decent size. Excellent location with a play area at the bottom of the lane and the shop at the top. Dinner at the Miner's Arms was excellent, and the village is really fun to explore.

Beautiful cottage in a lovely location.

There were many thoughtful touches such as plentiful children's games, books, and a well equipped kitchen which made it a fantastic holiday base.

we very much enjoyed our stay at Daisy cottage it was comfortable, clean, warm and provided all we required to enjoy our stay in the peak district.

Had a fantastic holiday, great location, friendly clean village and excellent house.

House was clean and well presented with extra touched such as the toys and books in the children's room. Parking is tight and our van couldn't get into the parking, however we got parked on the main street. The park opposite is great and our young boys enjoyed having the park so close. Enclosed garden at back is small but functional and handy for a BBQ.

Daisy Cottage was fabulous.

We are so pleased to stay in the cottage. It was really well equipped with lots of toys, cooking equipment and comfy sofas and beds. The owner was really great with communication and made us feel very welcome. The location was perfect for us, with easy access to local services and the wider surroundings. The parking was tight but we got our estate on with relative ease, some patience required at first but as the days went on it became second nature. The park being so close was great with a toddler - we even made friends with a local cat, which we named park cat.

We had a wonderful stay at Daisy Cottage.

It was very clean, bed comfortable and great shower. The cottage is in a nice little village with a great community shop just a minutes walk up the road. There are two pubs, the Old Bowling Green, which is lovely, and does food (at the time we stayed) on a Friday, Saturday and Sunday, but take away only. Which we tried and enjoyed. The other pub The Miners Standard, is up the hill about a 10 minute walk and did good food too. Both pubs made us welcome. The cottage has a large selection of games, books, toys, plenty of towels, a little courtyard garden out back and parking out front. I noted that a lot of people commented on the parking being tight, and it is but we got used to it and I was able to park my Focus Estate in the parking space each night. Some lovely walks from the cottage too, right outside the door turn left. The accomodation was comfortable through out and we loved our stay. Its located for easy access to the rest of the Peak district and I believe the bus also travels through the village, but we used our car.Great communication from the owner before arrival, helpful suggestions on area and a welcome bottle of wine and cake, very appreciated. Kitchen has lots of utensils. Great stay.

Thanks for a lovely stay.

The kids really loved all the different toys. Everything was perfectly laid out. The only minor frustration was the lack of a vacuum cleaner but I can’t say I only missed that on a holiday.

This cottage is very family focused.

I found the stair gate at the top of the stairs awkward to negotiate being older and less nimble these days. Otherwise loved the cottage and facilities excellent. Negotiating the parking space was a bit challenging, a car much bigger than our Jazz could be tricky. This was our 4th stay in Winster, a good centre for walks and sight seeing

We had a wonderful stay - 2 adults, 2 children (2 & 5 years old).

I researched and deliberated but super glad on the choice. The location is idyllic, quiet and lovely. Local shop has everything you need - we did a click & collect at Matlock for main supplies. The little park/playground is fab which is opposite the cottage. The house itself is very cosy but spacious - has all the bits you need. The children loved the toys. There is absolutely everything from toys, books, games, smart tv, comfy beds and kitchen utensils. I was grateful there was a bed guard for the lower bunk. Heating is efficient and quick to warm up (shower also amazing). Overall the cottage felt homely as soon as we walked in. The local pub (Bowling Green) has great food and it is possible to walk to the other pub (Miners Standard). We went to the Tram Museum, Heights of Abraham, Gulliver's Kingdom and Matlock Bath - so plenty to do with kids. There are also some lush walks but with a toddler this wasn’t possible for us. The parking is tight but if you drive past the cottage there a turning circle and you can then reverse in. It’s possible to park on main high st and just walk down lane if you have a larger car. I would not hesitate in rebooking - we all had a brilliant time.

Great cottage.

Great holiday.

Daisy cottage was a perfect place for us to spend a long weekend together as a family.

It had everything we needed and was clean, cosy and comfortable. All the kids toys and other items were really useful.

Lovely property, my only problem is the 5 o'clock check in and the 9AM check out.

These need to be 4PM and 10AM. This would stop me renting it in the future.

We loved the cottage and it's setting really peaceful, warm and cosy, the level of equipment was very good and spotlessly clean throughout, probably the best WIFI and TV package we have ever experienced in a rental property and we do this every year three times a year lock downs allowing.

This one is up there with the best, get it booked you wont regret it. Overall very good and I would book again. However Some indication of just how awkward the parking is at the property should be mentioned . I struggled to get a Mazda 6 into the parking area, and after the first day started leaving it on the High Street and walking down, anything bigger than a small SUV would be a tight fit. anyone arriving in the dark would should watch out and get someone to guide them into the bay Best bet would be to unload and then move car to High Street, which is free parking anyway and is only a 100yds away from the property. This by the way wouldn't stop me from booking here again, it,s a negative, but a very small one.

Great stay at daisy cottage, so family friendly and well equipped with everything you could possibly need.

Very clean inside and nicely decorated.

Lovely welcome call and gift pack from Sharon even thinking of something for our 7 year old.

Loved the location of Daisy cottage in the pretty village of Winster. Stunning views from the front door. Lots of activities and walks suitable for children nearby. Play park for for our daughter to play in on the doorstep. Daisy cottage was full of character and spacious.

This cottage was amazing!

So pretty. The owner Sharon provided everything you could ever need. The children were so happy with the huge number of toys and books for them and the bedroom was set up beautifully for our little boy. The park is so close as well and a really lovely one too. There was also a baby carrier, stair gate and changing mat in the house laid out ready ....literally everything we needed for the kids which made it much easier for us. The cottage is beautifully decorated and in such a great central location. We were able to get to lots of places including family in Nottingham in less than an hour. Further to previous comments we have seen about the parking at the front of the house...we parked our very long Passat estate easily in the space! Reversing in is the key and knowing how to park! The village of Winster is really lovely to stroll around. The houses are all in beautiful stone and lots of little lanes and pathways. There are footpaths straight from the house into stunning fields and countryside. We also had a meal at The Miners Standard up the hill which was really yummy. We will definitely stay here again in the future when visiting family and the Peak District. Thank you Sharon for the lovely cake and wine on our arrival too. We give Daisy Cottage 10/10.

The cottage was mostly clean.

There was alot of crumbs on the dark sofa and cob webbs in the kitchen. We found the photos a little miss leading as it was although there was another bed. It was OK as we used the sofa bed. Also as we stayed a week we really could have done with a hoover just to keep on top of the downstairs. Thankfully the weather was good so we managed with the dustpan and brush.

great cottage everything u bed was there for you kids loved the fact all the toys and board games were there for them to play with

Cottage was clean and comfortable - very well laid out.

However, the listing claimed off-street parking. This is quite misleading as the walled space at the front of the cottage was far to small for our Skoda Octavia Estate. The space would probably be OK for a small car but even that would need to be parked carefully as the uneven entry might damage underneath. We parked on-street in the village and in fairness there was always somewhere to park there although I am sure the locals are not too happy about visitors parking where they might want to park! We always look for cottages with off-street parking and this would have been a deal-breaker for us had the listing been more accurate hence this posting that might warn other visitors of the potential problem. Other than this the area is beautiful, quiet and picturesque. Plenty of walking and great pubs such as The Druid in nearby Birchover within walking distance. The Miners Standard was a good drinking den but we were not impressed with the food so probably better to avoid. Matlock Bath Hotel Spa was a disappointment after we booked a morning Spa there so do not expect a lot.

The main reason is that we found the bed very uncomfortable and struggled to sleep.

We both suffered from aches and pains in the day time due to the mattress. Also, we didn't think the sofa's were comfortable.Although towels were provided they were not pleasant to use. They were certainly not washed with conditioner or fluffed in a tumble dryer. However, we think it is a beautiful cottage and was surprisingly spacious. It was very well equipped and spotlessly clean. We were very grateful to find a pint of milk in the fridge, some delicious biscuits and beers. It is perfectly located for local attractions. Although there is parking at the front of the cottage (and we were given instructions re the turning space at the end of the lane) it is very difficult to park unless you have a small car.

The adjoining cottage had building works ongoing, the noise when we arrived was intolerable, I tried to remedy the situation through Sykes but finally I had to resolve the issue with the owner Mrs.

Heaven to the best of our ability - not a great way to start our holiday, leaves a nasty taste in your mouth.

Really lovely comfortable cottage with everything you would ever need and more.

Located centrally in the village with walks in the national park. Lots to do in the area and not far to drive to the main attraction and other villages. The owner is lovely and was very helpful. We will stay again in the future.

The holiday cottage was beautiful, had a well equipped kitchen and was clean.

We had a lovely stay. However, the sofa bed downstairs was tiny and there are only 6 dining chairs, so the cottage is more suited to 5 or 6 than 7 people.

Fabulous cottage in one of Derbyshires most picturesque villages.

We found the cottage super clean, warm and cosy on on arrival. Situated in a very convenient location just 2 minutes walk to the local pub which served delicious meals and 100m from the well stocked local shop and post office. We thoroughly enjoyed our winter weekend break and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend both Daisy Cottage and Sykes.

Few maintenance issues with the house.

Walls in the double room have mould and were very wet from damp round the window. Bathroom window couldn’t be closed making it very cold this time of year. Beside the negative above, house well equipped and in a good location for chatsworth and surrounding attraction. In a nice village with a decent pub for food.

Very nice house.

Great for families with children. Only one shop locally, no cafe’s. No mobile phone signal in the house at all. You have to walk across the road to the children’s playground.

The pictures don't do the cottage justice, it's so pretty.

Had a great time - property clean and comfortable and the baby pack was great.

The provision of young children toys and books was fantastic. Great cottage in a lovely location

We were delighted that Sykes and the cottage owner could accommodate us at such short notice.

The cottage is very pretty and reasonably well equipped, however we were met with quite an overpowering smell in the living room. We couldn't put our finger on it, it could have been damp, but we couldn't sure. There is an automatic air freshener in place so i suspect the owners are aware of it. As it was a rainy week, we had to spend quite a lot of time inside the cottage and although it might sound like a small thing the smell did have an effect on our overall enjoyment, which is why we have marked lower than we would have normally.

Great location, quiet and easy to find.

The Cottage was comfortable and well equipped. Wonderful scenery and a touch special with a play area close by for the children. I would definitely return.

Daisy cottage was as seen on the pictures.

It is a lovely cottage, very well located. The owner was very pleasant and send us a very clear and useful information booklet. I have no hesitation recommending it. A couple of very minor caveats 1- there was no washing machine. We knew it before coming so we packed accordingly but it would be a useful facility to add to this already very good accommodation; 2- the parking in front of the cottage was quite tricky for a larger car. Again not a big issue given that we could park a bit further away on the main street. Everything was as expected and very straightforward. I would book again on Sykes Cottages.

This was a fabulous cottage - very spacious and extremely well equipped for our young family.

Daisy Cottage was the perfect venue for our family get together - five adults and two young children.

The cottage is full of character,charmingly furnished and spotlessly clean. It is very well equipped and the children enjoyed the large selection of toys kept in a cupboard in the living room. We found it hard to leave!

Excellent accomodation.

Lots of toys and books for children which was very much appreciated. The parking in front of cottage is tight. Just about got our Volvo v60 in.

Nice cottage, well equipped.

Great selection of toys and games for kids. Child friendly place. Attentive caretaker/owner with excellent communication both phone and email. Very easy booking and arrival. Would benefit from another WC and a washing machine for 10/10. Thanks for a hassle-free holiday. SB

We really appreciated the little touches that was left by the cottage owner.

Thought and care was given to us as a family.

The cottage was nicely appointed and cosy.

The weather over our stay was inclement throughout but the cottage was always warm inside. Four of our party were adults and as the cottage only had one bathroom we thought there could be problems, but everything was fine. Our grandson who is nearly three years old loved the vast array of toys found in the cottage and had a great time. The owners have obviously put a lot of work into making the stay in their cottage one to remember and I would certainly recommend anyone thinking of a break in the Peak District to check this property out.

This was the perfect country getaway.

. lovely cottage, great village.. excellent for walks.. highly recommend Daisy cottage and I think we will be booking again soon

Daisy Cottage was immaculately clean and well decorated.

The furniture was of very good quality and the equipment was comprehensive. It was as if one was at home with all the comforts including an extensive range of excellent toys for our children to use when not playing in the nearby play area. We found the whole experince to be relaxing and will, no doubt, return in the future. The only drawback was that planning authorities have not got the foresight to allow alterations to the offroad parking area which is very tight for a large family car. However limited parking is available on the nearby Main Street.

We had a really lovely, relaxing pre-Christmas weekend.

We loved this cute, cosy cottage, just perfect for our party of two adults and two children. Everything we needed was provided. Would love to stay here again sometime.

Clean and comfortable.

Lovely cake left for us and milk in the fridge was appreciated. An abundance of information and maps, plenty of games for the kids. We would certainly recommend this cottage and will be back! Many thanks

My children started enjoying themselves as soon as we entered the property and we were provided with clear and detailed information which was helpful throughout our stay.

Daisy cottage had a horrible musty smell to it and it just smelt mouldy.

The bedroom curtains had lots of mould around the bottom; it was so badly ventilated and I felt claustrophobic. The living area was too small to relax properly; the double bed was SO hard it was like laying on the floor and gave me bad back. No one told me that I had to lift up the door handle to be able to lock the door when we left thus I wasted time calling the owner and yourselves in order to find out how I could lock the front door and couldn't leave the property when I wanted.

Very quite place and close to Matlock.

Great place, small an cute. Very good neighborhood

My family and I (including 2 children and a grandparent) spent an amazing weekend at Daisy Cottage.

The whole experience was a dream, booking was easy, the owner was very helpful sending us great information prior to our visit to help us make the most of our short break. Daisy Cottage itself is a slice of Derbyshire heritage, cosy welcoming and very well equipped. Our children loved the children's books, toys and bath toys. We found the wifi to be rapid, useful for all our devices and the cottage had everything we could have possible wanted. Granddad loved the wood burner! Winster is a beautiful Derbyshire village full of interesting nooks and crannies and the National Trust's first property purchase in Derbyshire. We ate out at both the Bowling Green and the Miners Standard, both very delightful but very different, we would recommend the Miners Standard for children and we took over the bar. We explored some of the area, taking a lovely walk (to a fantastic pub) to the nearby village of Birchover and the Nine Ladies Standing Stones. We visited Matlock and Bakewell, both beautiful, bustling market towns. Only one complaint from my family - we were only there for a weekend but we will definitely be back!

This is generally a good standard cottage and we enjoyed out holiday.

We were a little disappointed that, given the premium price, the cottage lacked a few "extras". For example: 10-year-old TV with limited digital channels; no facility for catch-up TV (e.g. BBC iPlayer); slow internet; insufficient sockets (e.g. 4 appliances behind sofa but only 2 sockets); squeeky bedroom doors (un-oiled); out-of-date food in kitchen cupboards (now thrown away by us); no black-out blinds and very thin curtains that are too narrow to completely cover windows; no electrical power to gas cooker so automatic ignition did not function; instruction pack from owner not up-to-date (e.g. no bin collection dates for 2018, incorrect info re: window blinds, door keys, etc). Nothing major but shows inattention to detail. Electrical fault with bathroom extractor fan notified to owner by email (no mobile phone reception in cottage) but no response or acknowledgement from owner.

All was very satisfactory

Fantastic cottage, very clean and comfortable.

Local pub and post office a stones throw away. Will definitely be returning!

We enjoyed a week exploring the walks, culture and food in this part of the peak district.

Daisy Cottage provided a great base to come back to relax in.

Would have liked a washing machine.

We had a wonderful time at Daisy cottage and it exceeded our expectations.

It was so handy for lots of days out etc and it was lovely coming back after a busy day and getting warm and cosy in front of the fire!

The cottage was lovely, quirky and quaint but well laid out, with good facilities and extremely comfortable and cosy.

I loved the log burning stove!! The village is picturesque with easy walks all around and though the location is very quiet, the village shop was 1 minute walk away and the pub 2 minutes away, making it an ideal hidey hole to have a relaxing weekend away...I will go back for a week next time!

A charming cottage in a perfect location.

We had a fantastic holiday here and will definitely be returning in the future.