Self-Catering at Swallow Barn | Holiday Cottages in Bakewell

Holiday home
Swallow Barn is a charming semi-detached barn conversion set in the hamlet of Priestcliffe, 7 miles from Bakewell in the Peak District National Park. This all ground floor cottage sleeps two people in one twin bedroom, along with a shower room and an open plan living area with a fitted kitchen, dining are and a sitting area. To the outside of this cottage there is off road parking for one car, a front patio area and a small enclosed rear courtyard with furniture and BBQ. Swallow Barn is a delightful cottage in an ideal place to explore the area.

Accomodation Details
All ground floor. One twin bedroom. Shower room with shower, basin and WC. Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with electric woodburner-effect fire. Small conservatory.

Area
Priestcliffe is a small hamlet of farms and dwellings in the heart of the Peak District National Park. The popular market town of Bakewell is just 7 miles away and offers shops, restaurants and pubs. Priestcliffe is a perfect base for exploring the Peak District National Park.

Region
The ultimate in "year-round" appeal, the Peak District offers countryside, picturesque villages and magnificent scenery. It touches upon six counties and encloses 555 square miles of open moorland, flowing rivers, and wooded dales.

Amenities
Electric central heating with electric fire. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Off road parking for 1 car. Further off road parking available. Front patio area. Small enclosed rear courtyard with furniture and BBQ. One well-behaved dog welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 4 miles, pubs 1 mile.

Mrs Knight

March 2019

Lovely views.. It was perfect for us and our dog, Cody. Great walks from the cottage. Everything you need for a long weekend away. Been twice now and would definitely recommend

Mrs Burnett

February 2019

We knew that the room was a twin bed but it would have been useful to know that it had a sliding door.. Fantastic cottage though with the best information packs I've ever seen - helpful, up-to-date and organised. Superb location.

Ms Killick

October 2018

This cute cottage was spotlessly clean, well equipped and very comfortable.. The owner was helpful and had left huge amounts of information on walks and things to do in the area. Views from the cottage are breathtaking. I will be back next year. Thank you!

Mrs Burton

September 2018

We felt the photographs on your website did not do this property justice.. Lovely property,great location for a walking holiday,couldn’t recommend it enough.

Mr Murphy

July 2018

We really enjoyed our stay at Swallow Barn - thank you very much Tina! We had everything we needed for a nice and relaxing holiday :-)

Mrs Boyes

A peaceful location with fantastic views & walks from the door.. Conveniently situated for access to local places of interest such as Bakewell, Buxton & Charsworth.

Miss Hardwidge

June 2018

Swallows Barn was delightful and situated in the middle of the Derbyshire Dales within easy reach of most of the major towns.. I have been very happy with all the rentals from Sykes Cottages, but this was the best cottage so far. It was very well equipped and extremely comfortable, with a number of walks right outside the cottage which my dog loved. We had a wonderful week, with a number of great walks where I was able to let Marley off his lead. I am hoping to go back to this cottage next year.

Mr Dawson

March 2018

Everything was as described, in fact there were more comforts than expected.. The owners were around all week, they left us to enjoy our time there but we knew we could have contacted them for help at any time.

Mrs Yates

February 2018

It wasn't an issue for us as we only had a 2 night stay but for people staying .... It wasn't an issue for us as we only had a 2 night stay but for people staying any longer you need to use a vehicle to find any shops or eating establishments

Mrs Frost

December 2017

Beautiful cottage.. Exceptionally warm, clean and well equipped with everything you need for a relaxing holiday. Within easy reach of Chatsworth House, Buxton and Bakewell. We had a great holiday.

Mr Ballans

August 2017

Owner very helpfull always on hand to ask any questions lovely barn conversion would go again..

July 2017

The peace & quiet.. We knew owners were around if needed but didn't feel intruded on. Lovely setting for much needed R&R

Mr Monkton

April 2017

Nice quiet cottage in rural location to suit our purpose of walking straight out .... Nice quiet cottage in rural location to suit our purpose of walking straight out onto the countryside Very clean with everything thought of

SarahGary1965

November 2016

We recently came back from the cottage and I must say it was absolutely wonderful. the cottage is modern and very cosy. everything was catered for and the owner's are lovely people. We only stayed for 3 nights but have booked to return next year. we have stayed in some lovely accommodation but I must say this was one of the best. Our dog was made very welcome from the owner's and even his needs were catered for. I really cant say anymore only positive feedback. The flowers and biscuits were a lovely welcoming gesture. I would 100% recommend this cottage to anyone. The surrounding area provided lovely walks and the views are spectacular. Thank you for a lovely weekend.

July 2016

We liked the freedom to come go but the knowledge that the owners were just a knock on the door away. It is perfectly situated to get anywhere in the White Peak area and there was lots of info in the cottage about walks activities. A wonderful quiet base to come home to relax.

Ms Lucas

The best cottage I have stayed in. The location was excellent. The owner had gone above and beyond what I would expect. The cottage was very clean, smelled lovely and was warm. If I go back to the peaks I will be staying here again.

Mrs Myers

February 2016

The Barn was beautifully decorated, warm and the furnishings were lovely. The underfloor heating in the shower room was a lovely touch. We also loved the flame-effect fire and the reclining seats on the sofa. After a long day of walking in the Peaks, Swallow Barn was a warm, cosy, welcoming place to come back to. The owners were very friendly and helpful when we asked for some local information. The view from the barn is stupendous. We were sad to leave Swallow Barn and look forward to returning one day.

Mrs Church

November 2015

We liked the location and the cosy and homely feel of the cottage. The courtyard and conservatory was an added bonus.

Mrs Crawshaw

October 2015

Everything was great, the cottage was really lovely, plenty to do lots of great walks. You don't even need to drive any where for a good walk, but if you do there's lots to do, small towns close by if you fancy a bit of shopping. It was just great and I no the dog had a good time too.

Mrs Baghapour

August 2015

A lovely cottage; incredibly well-equipped, beautifully furnished and very clean. In a good location with nice local walks, but close to the A6 so it was easy to go and visit other places. The landlady couldn't have been nicer or more helpful. We had a fab holiday and would happily recommend Swallow Barn.

Mrs Linton

June 2015

There was a relaxed atmosphere around Swallow Barn. The owners were most helpful and had taken a great deal of time to leave information on eating places, places to visit and the best of all places that accepted dogs. Also supplied were a comprehensive list of DVD's and CDs for rainy days. This was our first visit to Swallow Barn and we have booked to go again at the end of August.

MICHELLEIpswich

We stayed for 4 nights and it was delightful. We took our dog Charlie and it was perfect for walking him first and last thing each day as the location was stunning. We walked to the local pub, which took about 15mins where Charlie was made very welcome, we ate there one night and found the food to be home-made and enjoyable. The accommodation was amazing, the owners had thought of everything, to be honest it was more like a hotel with towels, bed-linen, kitchen full of everything needed including condiments and the local information inc. walks and places to eat was really helpful. We even had tea/coffee/sugar/water/milk/biscuits and a vase of fresh flowers waiting for us. The location was rural but near to all the places that we wanted to visit, nowhere was far away, we were extremely pleased with our choice.

Mrs Norman

May 2015

The owners had thought of everything with lots of local information provided which was very much appreciated. Overall it was a very pleasant and comfortable stay.

Alan D

March 2015

Cannot praise this conversion too much. Everything was spot on. The owner was friendly and helpful and the location was ideal.the decor was tasteful, the sofa was huge but really comfortable. The TV reception was excellent and the DVDs player worked, which we found unusual judging from past experiences. Brilliant

Mr Backway

December 2014

Liked the location of the Cottage, the welcome received from the owners and the outstanding ambience of the cottage. Even our dog loved it!

Mr Douthwaite

November 2014

The conversion was really well done and the facilities were excellent. The owner was both helpful and unobtrusive. Well worth the money.

Mr Coles

October 2014

Great location - a secluded hamlet yet minutes from facilities. Although a small property, it makes excellent use of the space, there was plenty of room for two of us. The owner shows great attention to detail - the information packs were the best we've encountered. Special mention to the slow cooker; just the ticket after a bracing autumnal walk.

Mr Clarke

September 2014

First impressions count and this place was spotless. The view from the sitting room is stunning and the location is ideal, being far enough off the main road to be silent. This really is one beautiful place to stay and its location being halfway between Bakewell and Buxton is great for easy access to some lovely places. Go - you will not be disappointed!

Brian C

Just returned after a weeks holiday with my wife and our dog. This is really the most fabulous place to stay. The owners Tina and Paul have thought of everything to make sure you have a great holiday. Nothing has been missed of the list! We will certainly be returning.

Mrs Middlemiss

August 2014

The people where very friendly helpful and accommodating the countryside was stunning .

Mrs Clarke

July 2014

This was an exquisite property in a lovely area. The owners have been so thoughtful and generous in the way they have equipped Swallow Barn. We particularly appreciated the amount of helpful information regarding walks and places to visit and the welcome gifts of biscuits, milk and flowers. We enjoyed the numerous footpaths direct from the barn and that there were so many places of interest within very easy driving distance. It is important to us that we can take our dog when we holiday in the UK. He was welcome at Swallow Barn but also at many pubs and tearooms in the area. And he was allowed to enjoy the gardens at Chatsworth!

Mr Prentice

March 2014

Excellent base for walking holiday in the Peak District. Most well equipped cottage we have been to plus a few extras; milk,chocolates and flowers and also dog biscuits, bowl and lead. Enjoyable stress free break.

Ms Thompson

February 2014

We liked the cosiness of the property. It was lovely to return to after a day out. The owner was available and helpful when needed. The location was quiet and peaceful, with great walks from the barn and easy access to the A6.

Guest

January 2014

Would definitely return here. The lovely owner was very helpful, and had included comprehensive information about the area. Everything to make your stay comfortable. Reclining leather sofa, CD/DVD/TV, well equipped kitchen which even had a slow cooker. Garden is mentioned; there is a small enclosed courtyard, but didn't spot a garden.

Mrs Poiner

December 2013

A cosy cottage for 2 people with wonderful views and great walks from the door. Very well equipped with information about local walks and amenities - all up to date! The owners were very helpful and friendly.

The cottage was immaculate, absolutely nothing missing. The owner was on hand if any help needed. The flowers and biscuits were a nice touch.

Mrs Chiswell

October 2013

Swallow Barn really exceeded our expectations. The cottage has been decorated and equipped to a high standard. A lot of thought has gone into the details, such as folders of information on the area, local walks, places to eat, etc. The kitchen was well equipped. The comfortable recliner sofa was lovely to relax in during the evenings, and the central heating and log effect fire kept us warm and cosy. The beds were very comfortable with duck down duvets.

Mrs Bubb

September 2013

The cottage was excellent in every respect. Everything you might have needed or forgotten was provided. Highly recommended!

Mr Marr

The accommodation was excellent, everything was just perfect. The property is situated facing lovely views, and we had a lovely holiday.

Mr Gahan

The location was perfect as was the cottage. The owner had gone to great trouble to make us welcome and has also created several folders of local places of interest, walks and sites to see. They all came in very handy. Superb.

Mr Parish

August 2013

The cottage has everything anyone could possibly want. What a wonderful holiday. Walks from the front door, ours ended in the two good pubs, one at the end of the road, the other in Taddington both serve good pub grub, and the beer is nectar. We have several cottage holidays, this one is far ahead of all the others. Brilliant. We will be back. We wanted to stay forever.

The cottage was well equipped and clean, the owners were friendly and we were made welcome. We have just booked this property for next year.

Jamie D

Unbelievably good. Everything is clean there is so much information on things to do and the cottage is stunning, would recommended to anyone will defiantly be going back!

Mrs Anderson

July 2013

I cannot rate the accommodation highly enough, it was amazing in every respect. The owners had given a lot of thought into providing everything for your holiday - a well stocked kitchen, towels and lots of little personal touches, like fresh flowers. Cant wait to go back.

Miss Vago

The attitude of the owner was welcoming, friendly and helpful. We really felt they had gone out of their way to make sure there was everything we needed. We would definitely like to book this property again.

Top class place to stay ,excellent facilities , walks straight from the door, friendly welcome, everything you require for recharging break.

Mr Ashton

June 2013

The accommodation was excellent. Spotlessly clean. Everything you could think of, or had forgotten, was available. The owner was very hospitable. Perfect base for walking or visiting places of interest. Would certainly visit again and recommend.

Mr Foley

The cottage was the best we have stayed in in this country and the owners were very helpful. We could not fault it in any way.

Mrs Slinger

Whether you want to walk or visit places of interest, this cottage is the ideal location in the heart of beautiful scenery yet only 1/2 mile from the main road. Without doubt, this was the best self catering accommodation I have ever stayed in.

Mrs Marshall

May 2013

Swallow Barn was excellent in every way. It was spotless and equipped to a very high standard. It was warm and very comfortable to come back to after a day out. Owners very helpful and friendly. Highly recommended.

Angela A

We really enjoyed our stay at Swallow Barn, the owners were welcoming, friendly and helpful. The cottage is right on the doorstep of some lovely walks without the need of using the car. The owners have taken a great deal of time and care to create an excellent holiday home, thinking of everything that the holidaymaker might need to make their stay just that extra comfortable.

Mrs Hooley

April 2013

We thoroughly enjoyed our holiday at Swallow Barn, the accommodation was excellent, location ideal for walking and the owners very friendly and welcoming without being intrusive.

Mrs Hallam

The cleanliness of the property, the standard of furnishing and the attention to small details like the information folders all made the time spent at Swallows Barn enjoyable. Looking forward to visiting again.

Mr White

Excellent accommodation in a great position, warm and welcoming.

Mr Hurley

March 2013

The owner added her own touches, such as providing milk, water, biscuits, and flowers which made it feel very welcoming. We loved being able to go for good walks from the property, knowing we had a very nice place to get back to at the end of the day.

Mrs Ross

Swallow Barn was perfect, loads of up to date leaflets on local walks. The owner was lovely and made us feel very welcome.

Mr Watkins-Ball

Our second visit to this property and the condition was just as good as the first time. Priestcliffe is a great centre for a walking holiday with great routes just outside the door.

December 2012

The owners were very helpful with local knowledge of walks and places to eat. The cottage was modern and well equipped and a pleasure to come back to at the end of the day. Everything needed for a comfortable stay was supplied. In the middle of the Peak District situated between Bakewell and Buxton, Priestcliffe enabled us to reach most of the area during the week. The scenery is stunning and so varied, wonderful views from high up in the north to beautiful valleys in the south. We had a wonderful week despite the changeable weather.

Mrs Trulock

November 2012

The location is great - quiet but very central for getting out and about. The cottage was extremely well equipped and beautifully furnished with excellent quality items. The recliner sofa was heaven after a long days walking! We would definitely return to this lovely cosy cottage.

Mrs Ash

October 2012

The standard of accommodation was excellent and the owners so friendly and helpful. The folder of information they supplied was really helpful especially the eating places (menus supplied) and the walks that were typed up and spot on.

Mrs Hollingsworth

September 2012

Very peaceful, quiet, warm and cosy. Beautiful scenery and plenty of walking places. Loved the reclining settee, really comfortable.

the owners are very friendly and helpfull. plenty of information was available for places of interest etc .the barn which is very clean is situated along a very quiet lane.good views and walking from the door step .everything you need is provided.very comfortable lounge and very modern kitchen .

Mrs Wright

August 2012

What can I say about Swallow Barn? Fabulous location, wonderful owners, stunning 5 star accommodation, with all our needs met, can't fault it in anyway.

Ms Knowles

July 2012

This is an excellent property in a great location. The quality of the property and the furnishing was excellent.

Well appointed cottage in a very good location for walking holidays or short breaks

Mr Richardson

It was very isolated and peaceful, which was just what we wanted. The owner was very welcoming and the cottage was beautifully furnished. We have already recommended it to friends and would certainly stay there again.

Mr Fagan

We had an excellent time at Swallow Barn. The barn was in brilliant condition, very clean, very tidy and with great views. We met the owner, she was very polite and helpful.

Mrs Rimmer

The owners provided everything you could possibly want from a holiday cottage.

Mr Mawson

Swallow Barn is comfortably furnished and is well equipped. The owner has put a lot of work into a file of local information which is interesting and informative.

May 2012

No complaints about this cottage and everything you could want is there.

Mrs Lister

February 2012

The Peak District was excellent for walking and photography, which are the reasons for us going there. It was nice to come back to a very comfortable warm cottage each day. There were also little treats for our dog left by the owners.

Mr Proud

December 2011

Beautiful setting and wonderfully equipped and furnished accommodation. The owners were really helpful. Totally dog friendly and even treats were left for the dog. Fantastic information about the area.

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Swallow Barn in Bakewell, Derbyshire