Guests say
Hollybush Cottage is praised for its beautiful, peaceful location with lovely canal views and good walking paths. Guests enjoy the cosy sitting room with an open fire and find the nearby pub convenient for dining. The property is clean, well-equipped, and offers a tranquil retreat, though some guests mention the lack of Wi-Fi and the chilliness of the rooms.
The cottage is consistently described as clean, indicating high standards of cleanliness. No negative comments about cleanliness suggest guests are generally satisfied in this aspect.
The location is highly appreciated for its tranquillity, proximity to a pub, and scenic canal walks. However, some guests note it is a bit far from Peak District attractions, slightly affecting the score.
While the sitting room with the open fire is considered cosy, several guests find the cottage chilly and the mattresses uncomfortable. The steep stairs are also noted as a potential discomfort for some.
The cottage is generally well-equipped, but guests have mentioned issues with heating control, lack of Wi-Fi, and the need to replace batteries in the TV remote. These maintenance issues slightly lower the score.
There are no specific mentions of gifts or special thoughtful touches provided by the owner, so it is not possible to score this category. It should be noted that while guests appreciate the owner's friendliness and local information, gifts are not guaranteed.
About this property
Delightful cottage with open fire, on the edge of the Caldon canal, with fishing, adventure playground and country park nearby..
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, Sky, DVD Player, CD Player, Open Fire
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Washing Machine
Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen and towels included. Initial fuel for open fire included. Travel cot and highchair. Table top freezer (available on request). Enclosed patio and garden furniture. Private parking. No smoking. Please note: There is an unfenced canal in front of the property.. Beside the Caldon Canal and enjoying views over the water and meadows these lovely cottages offer very comfortably furnished retreats amidst pretty countryside, close to many year round attractions. They stand adjoining a renowned country pub in the hamlet of Denford, adjacent to a country park and within 4 miles of the Peak District National Park. Leek is 3 miles. Waterworld swimming pool, china factory tours, museums, steam railways, Alton Towers, Biddulph Grange Gardens and Little Moreton Hall (National Trust) are within 10 miles. Canal fishing (licence required) and an adventure playground are also nearby (100 yards).. Both properties: Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen and towels included. Initial fuel for open fire included. Travel cot and highchair. Enclosed patio and garden furniture. Private parking. No smoking. Please note: There is an unfenced canal in front of the property.
Initial fuel for open fire included, thereafter available locally at cost. Up to two dogs only. This property is considered unsuitable for the less mobile.
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
There is open water in the property grounds.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Thor's Cave
- Dovedale
Reviews (23)
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Dawn
The cottage was in a great location in a tranquil setting facing the canal and countryside in view. It was a great choice to choose in a quiet and peaceful setting. The cottage is in a great location and was decorated for us for Christmas which was a lovely touch. It came well equipped with everything we needed and a pub just 5 doors up without having to go into town. We saw narrowboats go by the cottage with people waving in them, and the walks next to the canal and country park was great for our dog and to get your steps in. We will be booking again soon, as it was everything we wanted for a cottage holiday and lovely break away. Would be nice to have a comments book for your stay and a welcome pack of basic esentials wand condiments and photos of the lounge updated on the site since this was different to the site photos. Overall very happy
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Confirmed Guest
The good points:Beautiful location, very peaceful, the only sound at night was owls calling. Lovely views & good walking straight from the door along the towpaths in various directions. Nice to watch the occasional canal boat drift by.. The pub a few doors down does decent food.The cottage was clean and generally well equipped. The open fire was a bonus, making the sitting room nice & cosy in November. Some fuel is provided but in cold weather you will need more. Dont forget firelighters!Things to bear in mind:We found the cottage to be rather chilly, especially the downstairs bathroom & the bedrooms (upstairs). The centrsl heating cannot be turned up as the temperature is set by the owner & the controls are in a locked perspex box. Radiators became barely warm during our stay. We found the single bed mattresses to be uncomfortable; could feel the lumps of the springs digging in. May be ok for children or very light adults? No wifi. Didnt bother us at all as we went to disconnect & relax.Would love to visit the area again during warmer weather.
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Confirmed Guest
Very comfy cottage. Would have like WIFI but not an issue. Enjoyed the open log fire as it was chilly weather. A good place to relax and chill out. The nearby Hollybush Inn is a good place to eat out and friendly staff. Overall very pleasant long weekend.