Guests say
Bank House Mews in Bakewell is highly praised for its central location, stylish and modern decor, and comfortable amenities. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, spacious living areas, and the extra touches provided by the owners. While some minor maintenance issues and parking challenges are noted, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, with many guests eager to return.
The property is consistently described as clean and tidy, with only a few minor comments about specific areas needing attention. The high standard of cleanliness contributes significantly to guests' comfort and enjoyment.
The location is frequently highlighted as excellent, being central to Bakewell with easy access to shops, restaurants, and beautiful walks. The convenience of the location is a standout feature in the reviews.
Guests find the property comfortable, with special mentions of the luxurious beds and well-appointed communal areas. Some guests noted issues with specific rooms and the need for additional bathrooms, slightly affecting the comfort score.
The property is well-equipped, especially the kitchen, and guests are pleased with the facilities provided. However, there are several mentions of maintenance issues that need addressing, which impacts the score.
While some guests mention receiving wine and other items, there is inconsistency in the provision of welcome gifts, and they are not guaranteed. Due to the lack of consistent references to thoughtfulness in the reviews, a score cannot be accurately provided.
About this property
A stunning stone barn and workshop Mews conversion offering the lap of luxury in the heart of beautiful Bakewell. The owner's have spared absolutely no expense in creating a truly wonderful designer property which has the wow factor in abundance, with every fixture, fitting and appliance of the highest quality. The ground floor with superb heated Italian tiled flooring has a cloakroom and a utility room with Belfast sink making it a perfect kit and boot room. The master bedroom is also on this floor with lots of space and light, as well as being beautifully furnished, with the en-suite boasting a designer bath and walk-in shower.
The first floor is open plan with heated Italian tiled flooring, a kitchen with stunning marble worktops and the very best Miele appliances, a large dining table that's a great place for a sociable get together and a sitting area with sumptuous furnishings and a state-of-the-art woodburning stove. Also from the open plan living area through French windows is a balcony, from where you may wish to enjoy a morning coffee or cold drink in the evening after a hard day's walking. From the living area, climb the designer staircase up to a walkway with original room beams and glass banisters, a lovely space that seamlessly combines traditional and modern fixtures together.
The walkway connects two further bedrooms, with underfloor heating, with one offering an en-suite, and there's also a second cloakroom on this floor. It's going to be hard to tear yourself away from all that luxury; however there is plenty to tempt you within a very short walk. Bakewell is an attractive little market town retaining a delightful rural atmosphere and offering a good selection of shops, restaurants and pubs, or you may wish to just take a stroll along the River Wye. As Bakewell sits in the Peak District National Park, you are perfectly placed to explore the breathtaking surrounding countryside or visit the nearby stately homes of Chatsworth and Haddon Hall.
A magnificent property in a beautiful part of the world. It's your dream holiday home! Note: Property can be booked with Ref. 993152, together they sleep 16. Note: There is a 7-minute walk between the two.
Bakewell is an attractive little market town offering a good selection of shops, restaurants and pubs, as well as frequent local farmers markets, a 17th Century market hall and a leisure centre with swimming pool.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Three bedrooms: 1 x ground floor super king-size double (zip/link, can be a twin on request) with additional pull-out stacker bed, Smart TV and en-suite freestanding bath, hand-held shower, walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x second floor king-size double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x second floor family room with 2 king-size doubles (zip/link, can be 4 singles on request).
Ground floor basin and WC.
Second floor basin and WC.
Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove and balcony.
Utility room with Belfast sink.
Electric underfloor heating throughout with woodburning stove.
Electric oven and induction hob, fall and rise extractor, microwave, fridge with ice maker, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, 2 x Smart TVs with Freeview, Blu-ray, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs.
Fuel, power and starter pack for stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Covered off road parking for 1 small car (not suitable for large, 4 x 4 or estate cars), plus restricted roadside parking 75 yards away (2 hours for free, then free after 6pm)/public car park 400 yards away (daily fees apply).
Additional nearby parking by arrangement.
Balcony with furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shops, pubs and restaurants 1 min walk to centre of town.
Note: Second floor bedrooms have sloping ceilings.
Note: Due to open tread stairs and balcony open to external staircase, care should be taken and children supervised at all times.
Note: Due to the property being close to a primary school, associated noise may be heard and roads will be busier during peak times.
Note: No children under the age of 5.
Note: Due to the eaves there is limited headroom in the family bedroom and limited space when all 4 single beds are utilised.
Nearby points of interest
- Lumsdale Valley
- Thor's Cave
- Gulliver's Kingdom Matlock
- Dovedale
- Ladybower Reservoir
Reviews (35)
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Eileen
I could waffle on and on regarding how lovely this house is to stay. It is warm, roomy, excellant facilities, lovely comfy beds, spotlessly clean. Thinking of booking it for next year. Very helpful owner, who kindly arranged for something I left at the property to be returned (and paid for the postage). People have said about the parking. True you can't very easily park at the house unless you have a smallish car. But there's a free space about 6 minutes walk from the house, courtesy of the owner. You can stll unload and load fine on your day of arrival and exit. Ok there's a few bits that could be improved. There's a leaking gutter, which was a bit noisy if there's a lot of rain ( which the owner has said they will fix). Some of the tiles on the floor are cracked, and a welcome pack would be nice. We did get wine ( lovely) and sweets and biscuits, but after a long drive and expecially if your an age, a cup of tea and toast is what you want. But hey I'm nitpicking. Just go, you won't be disappointed.
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Emma
The accommodation is simply stunning and very spacious. The layout over three floors is perfect and each bedroom designed for comfort. The bedding was hotel class. We loved the kitchen/dining and living space for entertainment and added bonus of a balcony with scenic views of Bakewell. I had regular contact with the owner who could not have been more helpful and this added to our experience - amazing!
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Carol
Bathrooms are tastefully decorated and beds and linen lovely. Just be mindful it is over 3 floors so unsuitable for anyone with mobility issues. The things letting it down are the small things that could be easy rectified..,lots of chipped glasses and cups and broken and chipped floor tiles. On our arrival it was chilly and the heating was on a timer which we couldn't seem to bypass but it said in the information book there was wood for the fire but unfortunately there wasn't so we had to run out and pay top money for logs from the co-op. Also the remote for the fire was broken or the batteries gone but either way it wouldn't work..I did text the owner on Friday night but they never got back to me which was a bit naughty. I know I'm being a bit picky but having booked property's for our group of friends for the last 13 years we have always arrived to a small welcome pack which I know wasn't advertised but i think is nice when your paying high end prices. Now it says parking for one car which is a bonus but the only thing its one small car no bigger than a Ford focus type and skilful driving required as you have to tuck the car away under a carport with not much room to open the car doors and remember the driver has then got to negotiate getting past the car once its parked ....you can't leave the car out to far because you will restrict the residents next door .. its EXTREMELY TIGHT . Overall a lovely place and with a bit of attention to detail and better communication from the owner it would be perfect