Guests say
Swallows Barn is a charming, spacious and well-equipped cottage in a beautiful rural setting, ideal for walkers and those seeking a peaceful retreat. Guests consistently praise its cleanliness, comfort, and the warm welcome from the owner. The location offers stunning views and direct access to scenic walks, with the added interest of being on a working farm. While the lack of Wi-Fi and limited phone signal are noted, many guests found this a welcome break. Occasional minor maintenance issues and comfort preferences were mentioned, but overall, the cottage provides an excellent base for exploring the Peak District.
The vast majority of reviews describe the cottage as spotlessly clean, immaculate, and well-presented. Only a few guests noted minor issues such as carpet stains or dirty windows, but these were exceptions rather than the rule.
The location is highly praised for its scenic beauty, tranquillity, and proximity to excellent walks and local attractions. Its rural setting on a working farm is a highlight for many, though a few mention its remoteness and farm activity.
Most guests found the cottage very comfortable, cosy, and warm, with particular praise for the beds and heating. A few mentioned the sofa or armchair being too soft or uncomfortable, and one guest noted an issue with the mattress.
The cottage is described as well-equipped, especially the kitchen and bathrooms, with thoughtful touches like a dishwasher and two bathrooms. Some guests noted the lack of Wi-Fi, limited TV channels, or minor maintenance issues, but overall facilities are highly rated.
Many guests appreciated the warm welcome from the owner and thoughtful touches such as milk, biscuits, tea, and coffee on arrival. While these gifts are mentioned frequently, it should be noted that they are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Cressbrook 1.3 miles. This detached cottage is in a lovely, secluded location next to a working farm, in open countryside, in the hamlet of Litton Slack, near Cressbrook, Derbyshire. Beautiful throughout, providing welcoming holiday accommodation, this Cressbrook cottage is just perfect for couples wishing to enjoy the delights of the Peak District. In this Peak District cottage you have a king-size double bedroom and there is also a main shower room on the first floor. A well-equipped kitchen with dining area is on the ground floor, while the warming woodburning stove in the sitting room is a lovely spot to relax by on those chillier evenings.
Outside this Peak District cottage is a sunny patio area with furniture, perfect for taking in the surrounding countryside views while you enjoy a drink or two and discuss the highlights of a day spent exploring! The nearby village of Cressbrook follows the River Wye through some lovely gorges and backs on to the Monsal Trail. The area is now a National Nature Reserve with some species of rare flowers to be found off the beaten track. Close to your Derbyshire holiday home is the little village of Litton with an excellent pub serving food and a village store, while a little further afield is Tideswell, home to the "Cathedral of the Peak" and some wonderful little shops including a butcher, baker and pharmacy, cafe and a great restaurant.
Other gems to discover from this cottage near Cressbrook are Chatsworth House, Haddon Hall and the two market towns of Buxton and Bakewell, with a good selection of shops and excellent restaurants. All in all, a wonderful Peak District cottage to enjoy at any time of the year.
Cressbrook is a village on the River Wye, home to a mill built in the 18th century by Richard Arkwright. A footpath upstream of Cressbrook Mill leads to Water-cum-Jolly, a river gorge with limestone cliffs ideal for walking and rock climbing. Cressbrook is on the Monsal Cycle Trail and there is also a good pub in the nearby village of Litton, which serves food. Tideswell, Bakewell and the Spa town of Buxton are all within easy reach.
Accommodation
One king-size double bedroom.
Shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Ground floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Dining room.
Sitting room with woodburning stove.
Oil central heating with woodburning stove in sitting room.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, selection of books and DVDs.
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off road parking.
Patio area to front of cottage with furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 1.5 miles.
Please note: no phone reception at property due to location but can get signal by parking space.
Nearby points of interest
- Ladybower Reservoir
- Lumsdale Valley
- Thor's Cave
- Gulliver's Kingdom Matlock
- Dovedale
Reviews (80)
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Rhoda
A comfortable wee cottage.
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Paul
We highly recommend staying here .
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Steven
It is situated on a quiet lane and was close to a lot of good walks. We loved the cottage and the countryside and will be visiting again.