Whibberley Cottage

ID: S1326148

  • Bedrooms 3
  • ・ Sleeps 4
  • ・ Pets No

Guests say

Whibberley Cottage in Bakewell is highly praised for its cosy charm, pristine condition, and excellent location. Guests appreciate the well-equipped facilities, comfortable beds, and thoughtful touches, including a comprehensive list of amenities and local recommendations. The village's pubs, shops, and scenic walks contribute to a delightful stay.

Reviewers consistently mention the cottage's spotless condition and high standard of cleanliness, indicating meticulous upkeep by the owners.

The cottage's location is celebrated for its picturesque village setting, proximity to local amenities, and easy access to Bakewell and surrounding attractions.

Guests frequently commend the comfortable beds and cosy atmosphere, suggesting a high level of comfort throughout their stay.

The property is lauded for being well-equipped with a range of facilities, including games, DVDs, and a Nintendo Wii, as well as a well-stocked kitchen.

The owners' attention to detail is appreciated, with mentions of welcome gifts and a pre-arrival list of cottage contents. While gifts are warmly received, it is noted that such personal touches, though delightful, are not guaranteed.

About this property

Snuggle by the wood burner in the winter or relax in the courtyard during summertime in this beautifully appointed beamed cottage beside the River Wye..

Ground Floor:

Living/dining room: TV, Freesat, DVD Player, CD Player, Bluetooth Speaker, Nintendo Wii, Woodburner

Kitchen: Range, Microwave, Slow Cooker, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine, Washing Machine

Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet

First Floor:

Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed

Bedroom 2: ¾ Double (4ft) Bed

Bedroom 3: Single (3ft) Bed

Separate Toilet..

Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included. Welcome pack. Selection of games and books. . Enclosed courtyard with sitting-out area, garden furniture and BBQ. Bike store. On road parking; public car park nearby. No smoking. Please note: This property is only suitable for 4 guests. No children under 4 years old.. Whibberley Cottage is a fabulous picturesque terraced cottage, full of character with exposed beams and a large Derbyshire gritstone fireplace complete with wood burner. The bedrooms are made up on arrival with crisp hotel quality bed linen, Egyptian cotton bedding and a choice of plump pillows. The shower room is equipped with a shaver point and there is an ample supply of fluffy towels for all the guests.

Believed to be a former barn conversion dating back to the 1700s, the property is named after the Whibberley family who lived here for the last 200 years. Located in the picture postcard village of Ashford-in-the-Water, which stands on the banks of the beautiful River Wye in the heart of the Peak District National Park, you are surrounded by spectacular countryside. Ashford’s bridge is one of the most photographed in Britain and the village houses a beautiful church which holds relics dating back to 1200s. There are two local pubs serving food, a tea room, a restaurant and a village shop. Alternatively you could take advantage of the picnic set available in Whibberly Cottage, and head for the hills for a day with nature.

The popular towns of Bakewell, Buxton and Matlock are all easily accessible and have an abundance of amenities and tourist attractions. Bakewell is home to the magnificent historic houses of Chatsworth and Haddon Hall, and Buxton has the superb opera house and diverse architecture. Chesterfield, with its world famous crooked spire is within easy reach, as are Sheffield and Manchester. Matlock, with neighbouring Matlock Bath, has the unique cable car to the Heights of Abraham and for outdoor enthusiasts, there is ample walking and cycling available including the traffic free route of the Monsal Trail, which takes you all the way from Bakewell to Buxton. Nearby Baslow offers renowned places to eat and drink and finally, for those thrill seekers, Britain’s premier theme park, Alton Towers is only approximately 45 minutes away.

Upon booking, the thoughtful owner will send you an email advising you of what is included in your booking, as there will be so many things you need not bring such as an umbrella, an alarm clock, hairdryers and straighteners, toiletries, tissues and coat hangers. Local shop and pub 150 yards, restaurant 50 yards.

Please note that there are steep and narrow stairs within the property.

Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.

Free WiFi

There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.

No children under 4 years old.

Nearby points of interest

  • Lumsdale Valley
  • Thor's Cave
  • Gulliver's Kingdom Matlock
  • Dovedale
  • Ladybower Reservoir

Reviews (21)

  • Confirmed Guest

    Absolutely beautiful cottage, very clean, great facilities and such lovely personalised touches. The hostess very attentive beforehand. All in all, great experience!!

  • Jane Heath

    What more can I say other than we loved it so much, we booked to come again as soon as we got home.Whibberley cottage was warm welcoming and we felt we didn’t want to leave.Location is fantastic And in fact we brought things we thought we might need on our stay, and Whibberley is so well equipped that we didn’t need to bring half of what we did Thank you Anne for being a fabulous host

  • Sarah

    Whibberley cottage was in the perfect spot to do some lovely walks and enjoy tasty food. They had thought of everything and it was warm and homely. I would definitely recommend it.

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