Sunnylea Cottage, Great Longstone, Bakewell
ID: S810846
- Bedrooms 2
- ・ Sleeps 3
- ・ Pets No
Guests say
Sunnylea Cottage is consistently praised for its cleanliness, prime location in a peaceful village with local amenities, and overall comfort. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, cosy open fire, and the thoughtful welcome hamper. While some minor maintenance issues are noted, the charm and hospitality of the cottage shine through, making it a highly recommended retreat for exploring the Peak District.
Guests frequently commend the cottage for its spotless condition, with multiple reviews highlighting its immaculate presentation. A single mention of cobwebs in the conservatory suggests room for improvement, but overall, the high standard of cleanliness is evident.
The cottage's location is highly praised for its quiet setting, proximity to local pubs, and ease of access to walking trails and attractions. The village of Great Longstone offers a perfect base for exploring the Peak District, contributing to the property's appeal.
Comfort is a strong point for the cottage, with guests finding it cosy, especially with the open fire. Some concerns about heating efficiency and squeaky doors are noted, but these do not detract significantly from the overall comfort experienced by guests.
The cottage is well-equipped, with a kitchen that satisfies guests' needs and high-quality furnishings. However, there are mentions of minor maintenance issues such as a wobbly step, hard-to-open drawers, and a small microwave, indicating that some attention to facilities and maintenance is required.
The welcome hamper is frequently mentioned and appreciated by guests, reflecting the host's thoughtfulness. It is important to note that such gestures, while common, may vary and are not guaranteed with every stay.
About this property
This pretty limestone semi-detached cottage is in a quiet spot close to the centre of the typical ‘White Peak’ village of Great Longstone. Just four miles from the market town of Bakewell, it is central to all the attractions of the Peak District.
Sunnylea is a pretty semi-detached limestone cottage, hidden away in a backwater, close to the centre of the typical 'White Peak' village of Great Longstone. Just four miles from the market town of Bakewell it is central to all the attractions of the Peak District.
Local villages have fetes and flower festivals during the summer, and you will never be far away from tea and cake! When you return to Sunnylea, you might simply relax in the sunny south-west facing garden, or in the winter months, in front of the open range. However, should you wish to eat out, the village has two pubs serving good food within a five minute walk. A 15 minute walk over the fields will take you to the Packhorse in Little Longstone, an unspoilt country pub, popular with walkers, which also serves good food.
Additional Information:
Sorry, no pets.
Children must be seven years of age or over; a small infant up to six months of age is welcome in own Moses basket.
Please be aware, neighbours in the house at the end of the drive have access to their garden along the path at the side of Sunnylea Cottage.
Nearby points of interest
- Ladybower Reservoir
- Lumsdale Valley
- Thor's Cave
- Gulliver's Kingdom Matlock
- Dovedale
Reviews (21)
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Confirmed Guest
Very good cottage in an excellent location. Lots to do nearby..
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Confirmed Guest
The cottage was clean and comfortable. Location is excellent - quiet, but with 2 pubs (serving food) within 2 minutes walk, and very convenient for visiting the area. The welcome pack of food and drink was much appreciated. Overall, we would recommend it. The downsides were - Because of the location of the cottage (in a dead-end) it is necessary to turn the car around each time you park. This was manageable for us as we have a medium sized car, it was daylight whenever we parked, and (crucially) the neighbouring cottage was unused the whole time we were there and so didn’t have a car there. Had the neighbouring property been occupied it would have made turning round/parking a lot more difficult. This should be mentioned in the property description, perhaps with a warning for anyone with a large vehicle. The outside of the conservatory and the path/patio area just outside the conservatory could do with a good clean and tidy up. The steps up to the patio (from the conservatory) are quite narrow, and were made narrower by overgrowing plants and plant pots on the steps. One of the steps seemed slightly wobbly. Some of the doors are quite squeaky (as is the toilet seat when raised/lowered), which is not ideal when getting up in the night and trying to avoid waking others. Some WD40 would be worth a try. The drawers in the chest of drawers opposite the toilet are quite hard to open. The microwave is very small - it is not possible to fit a normal sized dinner plate in it, which is not ideal if you are trying to warm a whole plate of food.
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Confirmed Guest
A small cottage set in a lovely village. It has an old fashioned open fire which is quirky and keeps you cosy on those chilly evenings. It is spotlessly clean and the host is friendly and helpful. Overall it is a comfortable stay but possibly ready for updating.