Guests say
Dover Barn receives glowing praise for its peaceful rural setting, friendly and helpful owners, and immaculate, well-equipped accommodation. Guests consistently highlight the comfort and cleanliness of the cottage, the delightful presence of farm animals, and the convenient location for exploring the Peak District. Thoughtful touches such as fresh eggs and milk on arrival are frequently mentioned, though not guaranteed. Minor issues, when raised, are swiftly resolved by the hosts. Overall, guests enjoy a relaxing and memorable stay, with many expressing a desire to return.
Cleanliness is repeatedly described as excellent, with terms like 'spotlessly clean', 'immaculate', and 'very clean' used in numerous reviews. No significant negative comments were found regarding cleanliness.
The location is highly praised for its tranquillity, beautiful views, and proximity to local attractions and walking/cycling trails. Guests appreciate the rural setting while still being close to towns and amenities.
Guests consistently mention the cottage as comfortable, cosy, and warm, with special mention of comfy beds and a homely atmosphere. Only rare, minor suggestions for improvement are noted.
The cottage is described as very well equipped, with quality furnishings, ample parking, and good WiFi. Any small maintenance issues are quickly addressed by the owners, and facilities for children and families are appreciated.
Many guests mention thoughtful touches such as fresh eggs and milk on arrival, as well as friendly, welcoming hosts. Please note that these gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
This cosy and welcoming semi-detached cottage is situated 2 miles from Parwich, in the beautiful countryside of the Peak District National Park. With a lovely feel throughout and providing comfortable accommodation, this Parwich cottage is just perfect to escape from the hustle and bustle and relax in this beautiful part of the Peak District. With all ground floor accommodation in this Parwich cottage, you will find a cosy sitting room with electric woodburner-effect stove and a lovely well-equipped kitchen/diner. Outside this Parwich cottage is a seating area, with an additional area overlooking the donkey paddock where the animals will be happy to make new friends with you! This lovely Parwich cottage is just perfect to get away from it all and enjoy a country break. Note: This cottage is next to Ref 3517, together they sleep 8.
The lovely old village of Parwich is surrounded by beautiful countryside and dates back to the Saxon times, although there is evidence of a Roman farm at Roystone Grange nearby. Parwich has a village green, public house and a church as well as a post office with a general store. Cyclists and walkers will be well occupied with the lovely walks and paths in the area, one of them being the Manifold Trail which follows the Leek to Manifold light railway. There are many pretty villages within easy reach. Ilam, Alstonefield and Brassington all have an interesting past waiting to be discovered. With so much to offer in the way of sightseeing and outdoor activities, this peaceful area makes a great holiday base for all ages.
Accommodation
All ground floor.
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen with dining area.
Sitting room with electric woodburner-effect fire.
Shared Laundry Room with washing machine and tumble dryer.
Electric central heating with electric stove in sitting room.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi.
Electricity included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off road parking for 2 cars.
Front seating area and shared seating area next to donkey paddock.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 2 miles.
Note: Two internal steps from kitchen to sitting room.
Nearby points of interest
- Dovedale
- Gulliver's Kingdom Matlock
- Alton Towers
- Thor's Cave
- Lumsdale Valley
Reviews (92)
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Laura
There was a slight issue with the hot water but our hosts quickly fixed this and were really helpful. Great location, clean, comfortable and peaceful, would highly recommend.
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Emily
The accommodation was everything we needed and nice and warm. The beds were very comfortable. Perfect location for so many activities. We loved being able to feed the goats and donkeys which absolutely made our daughters holiday seeing them everyday. Thank you!
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Zoe
It was a really lovely place to stay, felt very much like a home away from home. Having all the farm animals around was lovely too. Very close to a lot of amenities but still felt very country living. There was plenty of parking available. The recycling and general bins were very clearly labelled and easy to find. The handy info on the door was also useful for fuel, eating out, etc. The beds were very comfy and cosy. The living room had plenty of entertainment and a very cosy feel to it. The kitchen appliances were easy to use and there was plenty equipment in the cupboards for all needs. We had a great time and would definetly recommend Dover Barn to others!