Guests say
Hawthorn Cottage in Hope Valley is highly praised for its comfort, well-equipped nature, and excellent location. Guests appreciate the thoughtful touches, including a well-appointed kitchen and cosy log burner. While most found it clean and comfortable, a few noted cleaning issues. The historic village of Eyam offers a peaceful stay with scenic walks and local amenities within easy reach.
Most guests found Hawthorn Cottage to be very clean and comfortable. However, a few reviews mentioned issues such as cobwebs, a mouldy shower mat, and a vacuum cleaner that needed emptying, suggesting room for improvement in cleaning standards.
The location is consistently praised for being quiet, convenient, and ideal for scenic walks, with easy access to local amenities and historic sites. The village of Eyam is appreciated for its charm and history.
Guests describe the cottage as cosy, comfortable, and a 'home from home', with a comfortable bed and a warm atmosphere. Some guests had difficulty with the stairs, but overall, the comfort level is rated highly.
The cottage is lauded for being well-equipped with everything needed for a stay, including a well-furnished kitchen and a cosy log burner. Some minor issues were reported, such as a missing iron and a non-working drying cycle on the washing machine.
Many reviews mention the thoughtful touches provided by the owners, such as milk and biscuits on arrival and a well-compiled information file. While these gestures are appreciated, it is noted that such gifts are a courtesy and may vary.
About this property
This wonderful little cottage is tucked away from the main street in the historical village of Eyam in the Peak District National Park. Enjoy a romantic break at this lovely cottage, which is ideally located for exploring this delightful part of the country. Entry is into a small hallway, with room for your coats and boots, very useful after a day of exploring the beautiful surrounding countryside, to the left is the lovely sitting room, with parquet floor, comfortable seating and the warming woodburning stove to enjoy and ensure your evenings are extra cosy. An archway leads into the light and airy dining kitchen with vaulted ceiling.
The kitchen is beautifully designed and is very well equipped, including dining table and chairs. Upstairs leads to the romance of the double bedroom, with beams and vaulted ceiling and an en-suite, complete with shower and short bath for that indulgent bubble bath after a day of walking. Outside, at the front, is a sunny patio with furniture, where you can enjoy some peace and quiet, a cup of tea and plan the day ahead! A short stroll from this pretty little cottage you will find the village shops and pub, along with the village's historic church, Eyam Museum and Eyam Hall, make sure you take the time to look at the plague cottages which really bring history alive.
This cottage is in a wonderful location for exploring the whole of the Peak District, the picturesque market town of Bakewell is just five miles away, offering a good selection of shops, pubs and restaurants, whilst good walking is available in the Peak District National Park. With Chatsworth House, Haddon Hall and Hardwick Hall also within easy reach. This is an ideal Peak District cottage for a romantic escape, all through the year.
Eyam is one of the best-preserved villages in the Peak District National Park, nestled at the foot of Sir William Hill, 800ft above sea level and is surrounded by the most glorious countryside. Historically the village is known as the famous 'plague village', as it went into voluntary quarantine when the plague was imported from London in 1665 and thus prevented the spread of the disease. There are many fine old houses in Eyam, and parts of the village have been kept as they looked several centuries ago, such as Eyam Hall, a beautiful 17th century manor house with delightful gardens, craft shops and tea rooms.
Accommodation
One king-size double bedroom with en-suite short bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen with dining area.
Sitting room with woodburning stove.
Gas central heating with woodburning stove.
Gas double oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, TV with Freeview, DVD, DAB radio, iPod dock, WiFi (superfast broadband).
Fuel, power and starter pack for stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in the rent.
Free roadside parking in front of cottage.
Front patio with furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shops and pubs 5 mins walk.
Note: This property is unsuitable for infants and children.
Nearby points of interest
- Ladybower Reservoir
- Lumsdale Valley
- Gulliver's Kingdom Matlock
- Tate Liverpool
Reviews (65)
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Dave
Shops, restaurants and many walks nearby.
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Lesley
Eyam is an interesting village and has well dressings and a wakes week at the end of August which we had not realised when we booked. There are numerous wonderful walks of various length from the doorstep, a couple of shops and pub serving food ales and meals. Nearby are lots of other places to visit and all the pubs in the area are really good. The cottage was warm, comfortable and well equipped. What's not to like!
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Lynne
We had a great week here, exploring the village and doing some lovely walks in the surrounding area. It was ideal for us as non drivers as there is a very handy bus stop at the end of the lane. Our only niggle was the amount of cobwebs and spiders. There were cobwebs down the side and underneath most of the furniture. However we would stay again.