Guests say
Stoneycroft Barn receives glowing praise for its immaculate presentation, spacious and comfortable interiors, and idyllic countryside location. Guests consistently highlight the well-equipped kitchen, luxurious bedrooms, and thoughtful touches from the hosts. The property is ideal for families and groups, offering beautiful views and easy access to walking and cycling routes. While a few guests noted minor issues with the en-suite shower and driveway access, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, with many expressing a desire to return.
The property is repeatedly described as spotless, immaculate, and very clean throughout, with only one minor mention of a missed drawer check. Overall, guests are extremely satisfied with the cleanliness.
The location is highly praised for its peaceful countryside setting, proximity to walking and cycling routes, and easy access to local attractions and pubs. A few guests mentioned the driveway being steep or uneven, but this did not detract from the overall positive impression.
Guests consistently mention comfortable beds, spacious living areas, and a homely atmosphere. Some noted the property could be warm upstairs or downstairs, and a few mentioned the en-suite shower being too hot, but comfort levels remain very high overall.
The barn is described as well-equipped, with modern amenities, a well-stocked kitchen, and plenty of space for groups. Minor maintenance issues were noted with the en-suite shower and driveway, but facilities are otherwise excellent.
Many guests appreciated welcome gifts such as cupcakes, prosecco, and Bakewell tarts, as well as helpful hosts and thoughtful extras like games. Please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
An outstanding, stone-built barn conversion in a quiet rural location, set on the edge of the pretty village of Midhopestones, close to the Peak District National Park. Beautifully decorated and furnished throughout to create a wonderful warm and welcoming environment, this outstanding Midhopestones cottage is perfect for large families or groups of friends looking to escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. This Midhopestones cottage offers a touch of luxury with wooden floors, large picture windows, open stonework, beams and a fantastic central woodburner-effect gas fire to relax in front of after a day exploring the area. Outside, you can enjoy the large patio and lawned area, whilst admiring the uninterrupted views of the countryside.
From the doorstep of this Midhopestones cottage there are excellent footpaths, taking you over moorland and towards the local reservoir of Langsett, Just a little further afield from this Midhopestones cottage are the village of Holmfirth, the country houses of Chatsworth House and Haddon Hall, and a selection of market towns and cycle trails. You will want to return to this Midhopestones cottage again and again to discover everything this part of the Peak District has to offer.
The small rural village of Midhopestones offers stone built cottages and a pub set close to the Peak District National Park. There are many bridleways and footpaths nearby with the ‘Last of the Summer Wine' village of Holmfirth 10 miles away. There are many attractions and places to visit in the Peak District, which will suit all tastes.
Accommodation
Minimum 3 night booking at this property.
Four bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 2 x twin, 1 x double.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Ground floor basin and WC.
Fitted kitchen.
Sitting room with dining area and central woodburner-effect gas fire.
Oil central heating with underfloor heating on the ground floor and gas fire in sitting room.
Electric range-style oven and hob, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, 5 x TVs with Freeview, DVD, iPod dock, selection of books, games and DVDs, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off road parking for 4 cars.
Enclosed front garden with patio, furniture and BBQ.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 4 miles.
Please note: there might be associated costs if you charge your electric car at the property (there's not a charging point for electric cars at the property).
Nearby points of interest
- Ladybower Reservoir
- Dove Stone Reservoir
- Yorkshire Sculpture Park
- Beaumont Park
- Pugneys Country Park
- Tate Liverpool
Reviews (75)
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Janet
Comfortable beds and settes with great views from the property. Complimentary drink and biscuits provided and tea., coffee and sugar. All in all everything we needed. Had a peaceful and relaxing holiday with the family.
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Denis
It had all you needed and Karen and Gary are excellent hosts.
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Enara
The house had everything you could need for a luxury stay. We particularly enjoyed our walks at Langsett reservoir and surrounding green areas. The views were stunning and we enjoyed Fabulous location with lots of great things to do nearby. Many thanks to our very helpful and friendly host.