Dog Friendly Ashbourne Holiday Cottages

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• Bernard - Verified booking

  We booked this cottage near Kirk Ireton as soon as 12th April was named as the date restrictions on self-catering holidays would be lifted, so that we could at least meet our new grandson in his parents' garden in Derby!

  The cottage is in beautiful surroundings and was exactly as described, although the glass tables in the photos have now been replaced with scubbed pine. Given the restrictions, we self-catered every day and the kitchen made this a pleasure - plenty of space and well equipped. We did not use the dishwasher or washing machine. Hot water was piping hot. The bed being close to the wall is, in reality, only an issue for about two minutes per day, i.e. when you are getting in and out of bed! However, we are both slim - it might be more problematic for others. This property is a long way from the nearest main road so is very peaceful and this, combined with the very comfortable bed, meant that we slept well. The broadband signal was very good and we were able to watch TV live on-line with none of the buffering we experience at home. Beautifully furnished throughout with some interesting art on the wall, ceramics in the display cabinets and other nice pieces dotted around. The owner was very helpful in giving us permission to cross his fields straight onto the Carsington Water Circuit path. Only critisism would be the strength of lighting in the kitchen and the sitting room could do with a proper reading light placed behind the sofa. We enjoyed our stay at Garden House and would definitely consider returning. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

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• Jenny - Verified booking

  Hosts were friendly enough and provided info on the local area.

  Plenty of leaflets and suggestions available. Considering the remoteness and lack of a shop open in the afternoons a welcome hamper such as milk, tea, coffee,, bread would have been beneficial and is the norm at the countless properties previously stayed in. The cottage itself was very nice and decorated to a high standard. Some of the TV stations had interference but access to netflix was a nice compensation. Listing refered to a DVD player but i dont think there was one. The bed very comfortable with decent quality bedding that felt nice and soft. Access was not great on the far side yet more room could be provided if the cupboard which is just used for Christmas decor be removed as this would allow for the bed to be pulled out a little more from the wall. Basic facilities like a hairdryer missing which are pretty standard in 5 star rated cottages. Would advise attention to the doors as stiff locks problematic especially the door leading from the lounge to the patio / airer area. One of the best locations we have stayed in for walking and beautiful scenery. Plenty to do and see, would highly recommend the area.

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• Sarah - Verified booking

  Lovely rural setting, peaceful and quiet.

  The drive leading upto the house was full of pot holes so had to drive very slowly. We did not have control of the heating as the boiler was locked up and there was no room thermostat to control the heating. This resulted in being too hot at times due to the nice weather we had. It would have been a better experience if we had control over this facility. The bed was very very comfortable but could only access the bed from one side so I feel the older generation would find this a challenge getting in and out of bed more so the person who sleeps near to the wall. Lots of signs around the property one of which asking us to use the correct dishwasher tablets but no information on what dishwasher tablets to use so we didn’t bother using it. I think there should have been a book explaining how things worked e.g TV, cooker, microwave etc. There was only one cereal bowl too which my husband and I had to share. We did have a lovely holiday though and the owners kept themselves to themselves and gave us privacy.

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• Deborah - Verified booking

  Although the apartment looked nice, we were extremely disappointed in some aspects.

  First upon entering, it was freezing as no heating was on, it took most of the evening to get to a decent temperature. While unpacking we found a dirty towel stuffed in a bedside draw, and had to wash most kitchen items before use. The extractor fan didn’t work efficiently so cooking was extremely difficult as the kitchen would fill with either steam or smoking and we risked setting the fire alarm off. The biggest disappointment was noise. The windows despite being double glazed provided no protection from sound at all. While trying to watch tv, the sound of traffic drowned out the volume and made it impossible, if being considerate to our neighbours to watch anything. The amount of traffic going through the town at night was enormous. Consequently sleep was broken every night with the sound of deliveries being drag around on trollies, Lorrie’s bumping along the bad roads, conversations of people walking in the street etc. it was an absolute nightmare. I would not stay in this cottage again!

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• Liz - Verified booking

  We arrived after a journey on the motorway in the pouring rain and were delighted when we came into a lovely warm and cosy kitchen.

  The house was easy to find and well signposted along an unmade track. The cottage is in it's own plot and although shares the drive with another property was not overlooked at all. The views are amazing and we were very lucky with the weather which meant we could enjoy the lovely autumn colours. The cottage is very well equipped with everything you needed for self-catering - it is also tastefully decorated which makes it feel more like home than a holiday cottage. We were very close to Carsington Water and enjoyed the walks and wildlife there - although the Visitor Centre was very busy on the Sunday due to half-term - we took sandwiches and coffee to avoid the queues. Close to Chatsworth, Buxton and Dovedale and worth the drive to Calke Abbey for a visit to an un-stately home. Would definitely recommend this holiday cottage and would visit again.

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