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Dragon Hill Barn in Matlock, Derbyshire

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Dragon Hill Barn Self-Catering

Holiday home
This is a charming 16th Century detached barn that has been tastefully converted to provide outstanding holiday accommodation. Many of the original features have been retained giving the property charm and character. The open plan design makes the barn spacious and welcoming, the comfortable and relaxing sitting room has exposed beams and a wood burner and is raised up from the well-equipped kitchen and dining room. There are two beautiful and tranquil bedrooms, ensuring a restful night's sleep and the shower room is contemporary and well appointed. Outside there is a delightful patio garden with furniture and the pub is only a minute's walk away. This property offers a peaceful retreat and the ideal base from which to enjoy everything this stunning area has to offer.

Area
Brassington is a tranquil, unspoiled conservation village on the outskirts of the Peak District National Park. Brassington has cottages dating back to the 17th and 18th Centuries and is a traditional limestone village. It has two public houses, both of which serve good food, and the bustling town of Matlock is just eight miles away for a wider range of shops and other amenities. Carsington Water is only two miles' distance and offers many outdoor pursuits such as sailing, boating, windsurfing and cycling. The park also has a restaurant, shops and an adventure playground for children. There are many towns and villages including Bakewell, Ashbourne and Matlock, waiting to be explored in this spectacular region and Brassington is a perfect holiday base from which to do this.

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 storage heaters with woodburner. Electric oven and induction hob, microwave, Nespresso machine, fridge/freezer, three drawer freezer, dishwasher, washer/dryer. 3 x TVs with Freeview, Blu-ray/DVD, FM/DAB/internet-enabled radio and Bluetooth player, WiFi, selection of books and DVDs. Fuel, power and logs for woodburner inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Cot and highchair available on request. Roadside parking directly outside property. Gravelled garden with furniture and barbecue. Secure bike storage. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop 3.1 miles, pub 0.1 miles.

Cottage amenities

  • Cooker
  • Cots
  • Dishwasher
  • Enclosed garden
  • Fridge
  • Garden
  • High chair
  • Kettle
  • Linen provided
  • Log fire
  • Towels provided
  • TV
  • Washing machine
  • Wifi
  • Near Pub
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Self-Catering Reviews

Mrs Oliver, September 2020
September 2020
We had such a fabulous stay at Dragon Hill Barn.. It had everything you could need for a comfortable stay and it really felt like a home away from home. The area is fantastic too with so much just on your doorstep. I would definitely recommend this place to others, you won’t be disappointed!
Mrs Oliver
September 2020
Dragon hill barn was a well equiped self catering barn.. Everything we required and more. Spotless everwhere. Home from home and more as had dishwasher that looked brand new. 2 hair dryers!. Induction hob challenging if never used. Lovely quality towels and bedding. Barn ideally situated close to 2 pubs, kne couple of minutes away other 5 minutes. Brassington located to Ashbourne, Matlock and Bakewell and lots of lovely villages. Carsington Water only 2 miles away. Beautiful walks around. Cycling and sailing. Good takeaway with choice of sitting outside with lots of seating to look over water and take in the great views. Goid toilet facilities. Couple of little shops, gifts and outdoor wear and pet items. Visitors centre. Paying parking on exit, the pay point very difficult to work out payment. All in all we enjoyed our stay at Dragon Hill Barn and would highly recommend for family of up to 4 people or couples. 10/10.
Mrs Perkins, September 2020
August 2020
The barn was cosy, comfortable and smelled so clean.. It was well stocked with dvds, books and games as well as a handy folder which had detailed walks to go on. We went to both local pubs for something to eat and both were welcoming and served generous portions of food. We had a lovely family holiday and the barn was a perfect base to explore from.
Curbishley, July 2020
July 2020
A cosy, well appointed property in a quiet, picturesque village.. Fixtures, fittings and furnishings were all to a high standard and it was clear that the owners had thought of everything.
Mrs Blake, August 2020
July 2020
The cottage exceeded out expectations as it is really well equipped, the owners had thought of everything, and it is beautifully furnished and decorated.. The rooms are spacious and the staircase generous. Bed and sofas comfy. Easy to park outside. The weather wasn't particularly warm but the owners had thoughtfully left a good supply of logs for the wood burner so it was very cosy. A particular feature is the outdoor seating area, although small it is perfect for sitting out as it is a sun trap. The village itself is a chocolate box beauty, small with attractive houses and gorgeous surrounding scenery. Very little traffic so wonderfully peaceful, just birdsong and the church bell for audio accompaniment. The villagers were wonderfully friendly. We had never heard of Brassington before this visit but it could not have been any more perfect. We would definitely return. Book this cottage with confidence, you won't be disappointed.
Mr Kiratzi, July 2020
February 2020
We’d highly recommend Dragon Barn.. We had a wet and windy week but coming back to cosy, comfortable accommodation made all of the difference to our week away. The Barn was extremely well appointed and had everything we needed. The location was also ideal - 2 great pubs in the village both hospitable and serving good quality food. A stones throw from Carsington Water, Tissington Trail, activities/museums etc. Not as much hill walking as we’d hoped due to bad weather but a good excuse to return!
Mrs Carr, February 2020
December 2019
Dragon Hill Barn was home from home! Everything you would need at home was provided....just take selves, clothes & food! You have the benefits of delicious food provided at The Miners Arms, just yards up the hill from from door. Lovely log fire , with logs stacked out side. Lovely countryside all around, pretty towns within easy reach. Recommended if you are into walking!
Mrs Clayton, December 2019
November 2019
Wonderfully converted property.. Although can be a bit cool downstairs as storage heaters not great, an excellent log burner kept the property warm. Excellent location; walked around Carsington Water which is less than 2 miles away. Also two good village pubs; we ate at both.
Mr Warren, October 2019
October 2019
Had a fantastic 4 day’s at Dragon Hill barn.. The barn had everything we needed it was warm, cosy and spotlessly clean would definitely come back.
Mr Plant, November 2019
October 2019
Lovely property, in peaceful village not far from Matlock and close to Derby.. Finished to a high spec and would happily book again if returning to the area.
markroy1985
August 2019
We stayed here as a family of 4 (2 Adults + 9 & 7 year old). The cottage is ideally located for all of the attractions of the peak district. Dragon hill barn has been converted to a very high standard and your every need is catered for right down to the Nespresso machine which was a nice touch. There are 2 smart TV's to keep everyone entertained and the WiFi is fast enough to keep everyone's devices running (around 40mbps) as the mobile phone signal in the village is zero! We took advantage of the secluded patio (which is an afternoon sun trap) for a couple of BBQ's. The hosts were attentive and supplied the necessary essentials in the kitchen etc. I would happily reccomend dragon hill barn to anyone and would love to return again one day.
jjak-63
May 2019
Spotless and well fitted converted barn in the picturesque village of Brassington. Well thought out conversion providing all facilities and spacious enough for a family of 4. The village has 2 pubs offering food and lots of lovely walks nearby. Also close is Carsington Water which is good to walk or cycle. Not far from Buxton, Bakewell, Ashbourne and Matlock so lots to see and do. Loved our stay and would love to return.
Mrs Avery
April 2019
Everything was brilliant about Dragon Hill Barn, we had a great holiday.. We met the owners of the property by chance and they were lovely and could not be more helpful. So much to see and do in a beautiful part of the country.
Mrs Nikel
April 2019
The owners of Dragon Hill Barn provide a very comfortable and well equipped holiday cottage.. The location is perfect for exploring Derbyshire Dales.
Miss Osborne
February 2019
The owners of this cottage have done everything possible to make things more than comfortable here, everything you need is at hand .. We had a fabulous weekend and will definitely make a return . Thank you
Mr Holman
December 2018
The property is set in a very beautiful little village
Mr Lawrence
December 2018
Great property, comfortable beds and good quality throughout.. Nice extra touches with the Christmas tree and decorations.
Mrs pauline L
October 2018
I highly recommend this 2 bed cottage in Derbyshire. It is so lovely and cosy and very fresh and spotlessly clean, all the extra little touches of toiletries, soft fluffy towels and lovely fresh cotton sheets were all very much appreciated. A really big thankyou to Rod and Liz. Brassington is a lovely little village central to all the local attractions.
Mrs pauline L
October 2018
Very high standards throughout the cottage, lovely warm and cosy, great location in a lovely quiet village setting with local pubs, ..
Mrs Jasper
September 2018
This is a little gem of a barn conversion, it is well set out and very homely.. The owners have thought of everything, even a cupboard full of books, toys, games, dvd's etc and since the mobile signal is poor, the owners have even supplied a main telephone. The village of Brassington is quaint and quiet, with the countryside all around, and is also very central for visiting locations within a sixty mile radius.
Mr Callow
June 2018
Dragons barn is a very comfortable holiday place.. We felt totally at home during our 2 week stay (16-6-18 / 30-6-18). House was very clean on our arrival. On our second week the owners of the property Rod and Liz provided clean bedding, towels and even more toilet rolls. Great communication by email with the owners too. I would definitely recommend this property. 5 stars. Kevin & Beverley
Mrs Mason
June 2018
We found that the owners had gone over and beyond what we would have expected, with all of the thoughtful little extras.. In the kitchen, the bathroom and the system for finding local amenities etc. was simply incredible! Everything was immaculate, with very comfortable beds and sofas. We were very lucky to have beautiful weather and the barn was beautifully cool to come back to. We also very much appreciated the communication from both Sykes and the owners. I will put a recommendation on Trip Advisor. Margaret and Dorian West Sussex
Mr Williams
June 2018
Stayed at dragon hill barn recently as going to RHS flower show at Chatsworth House, good location for visiting the many local attractions.. The barn was really well equipped there was also a user friendly guide for use of the equipment, we enjoyed our stay very much and especially eating at the olde gate inn there was also good food and ice cream after enjoyable walks at Carsington Water. It was thoughtful of Rod to ring and check that all was okay with the barn it was much appreciated would definitely recommend to people visiting Derbyshire.
Mr Snelson
April 2018
Property, village and friendliness of owners totally first class
Mrs Yates
April 2018
Be aware that there is no serve yourself shop at the miners pub and no food at the bar.. The owner let us know about the pub food but still thought that you could get milk, bread and eggs from here.
Mrs Groves
March 2018
We’ve stayed in many properties but this one just welcomed us in and we felt comfortable straight away.. Of course the bottle of wine and Anniversary card left by the thoughtful owners helped as did the phone call from them to make sure we had settled in. Lots of little extra touches, shampoo and soaps, lovely fluffy towels,and gorgeous bed linen. Plenty of logs for the log burner. Great location for exploring the Peaks. Don’t leave without visiting the Old Gate pub just up the road if you want good food and a great atmosphere.
Mr Donaldson
March 2018
I'd heartily recommend Dragon Hill Barn as a holiday cottage is you are wanting to be based very near to the south of the Peak District.. Brassington is a pretty little village, and to the north very handy for Bakewell, the Monsal Trail, and Chatsworth. Also only a couple of miles from Carsington Water and the attractions in Matlock Bath. We'd recommend the food at Ye Olde Gate Inn in the village. The photos of the cottage don't actually do it justice I would say, I found the open plan kitchen and living room to be a lot bigger than they looked. The decor in the cottage is fresh, tasteful and full of nice little touches. They have thought of everything. Rod was a great host too, he deserves a mention - thanks very much Rod! We had a fantastic family holiday. Robbie
Miss Cox
February 2018
The location was great, the cottage had everything we needed and more, and there were two pubs within two minutes walk! We had a lovely stay :)
Mr Rennie
February 2018
Well they said it was going to snow and boy did it snow! The “Beast from the East” arrived in Brassington the same day as we did. Therefore we spent a lot more time in the barn as we planned. Dragon Hill Barn really is amazing. There is everything you could need and the place was spotlessly clean. The log burner kept us snug and warm while the snow fell heavily outside. There are 2 pubs in the village, The Miners is less than a minutes walk while The Old Gate is just a little further up the hill serving amazing food. Would love to return in the summer and visit all the places we couldn’t due to the bad weather!
Mr Angell
December 2017
Everything is provided, We arrived late evening, but they'd left the lights on, and a welcoming bottle of wine and some CHOCOLATES!
Miss Randall
November 2017
This is our second time at the barn.. Fantastic stay. The gate inn does fabulous food and great value for the high quality food. Close to Matlock bakewell Buxton Alton towers etc. The barn has everything you should need, the owners make sure you have a home from home setting. I'm sure we will return again in the future.
Mr Clayton
October 2017
We have never before been to a cottage which was so well equipped ( cake forks even) together with kitchen roll, tissues toilet rolls.. Absolutely everything. Information from the owner was excellent. This is truly a 5-star property.
Mr Yeomans
September 2017
Superb cottage that the owners should be very proud of
Mrs Rowlandson
August 2017
Well equipped cottage with everything you could need.. Beautifully presented and a great location for exploring the area.
Mrs Leonard
May 2017
The accommodation was first class and the little touches eg shampoo, .... The accommodation was first class and the little touches eg shampoo, conditioner, a phone call from the owner to ensure everything was ok Would definitely recommend this accommodation and would not hesitate to go again
Mrs Browning
July 2016
A lovely cottage in a very quiet location.
Dr Williams
May 2016
A beautiful house in a lovely setting, with great pubs locally and great access to the National Trust properties nearby.
Baggy21
April 2016
We picked Dragon Hill Barn for a spur of the moment getaway... wanted somewhere cosy, near a nice pub to just hole up and relax. We weren't disappointed. The cottage was perfect - beautifully decorated, amazingly well equipped, comfy, warm and I wish we had more time there. Rod and Liz have thought of everything - right down to toiletries and other creature comforts. The village was charming - the two pubs both do good food and ales. Personally we preferred the Miners Arms as our watering hole - friendly locals and landlord and some honest, tasty pub food. We failed dismally to get the wood burner going, but even with snow outside, the Barn was warm and snug. We'll definitely come back.
Miss Bagshaw
March 2016
A lovely cottage with friendly owners in a beautiful village. A home from home to really relax.
Leanne L
January 2016
This cottage is beautiful. Th furnishings and fittings are of a very high standard. It is cosy and comfortable and ideal for a family or group of friends. The owners are very helpful and nothing was too much trouble. The cottage is perfectly situatied for exploring The Peak District. Sadly our stay was only for two nights between Christmas and New Year so the opportunities to explore the trails and natural beauty of the surroundings were limited. It is a perfect base with all the comforts of home and I have no hesitation in recommending the accommodation.
Mrs Hufton
November 2015
Fabulous accommodation with a very friendly owner. It was lovely, warm and comfortable.
yuhu2015
June 2015
A small but beautiful cottage, very comfortable with everything one would hope for. In an excellent location for getting around to see all the sights, within 30mins you could easily be in Ashbourne or Bakewell. Chatsworth & Haddon Hall are only a short drive away. It's great to have a pub just over the road that serves good honest food, It's so quiet considering its in the middle of the village.
Mr Carver
March 2015
A very nice, comfortable and well equipped cottage finished to a high standard. In a lovely village and area with good pubs for food in the village and nearby. There was good local information in the cottage.
Mrs Barnes
January 2015
Liked everything! Great location and friendly village with two public houses. Gorgeous accommodation with very thoughtful and kind owners. Loved everything about it.
Miss Paliakaite
November 2014
All the directions provided were helpful and the cottage is beyond beautiful. It felt like home, all the house is set up for a stay. Beautiful and comfortable beds, fluffy big white towels and a lot of attention to detail makes the property exceptional. Thank you to the owners (you made our first trip as a married couple amazing!) and we will be definitely coming back to stay and recommend our friends and family.
Mr Cheesman
October 2014
The Cottage was extremely well equipped in every area. Comfortable beds, very good standard of linen and towels with everything at hand. Very well thought through with best quality white goods also.
Mrs Tee
October 2014
This cottage was excellent: beautifully clean, very well-appointed, lots of little extra touches from the owners. The bed was super comfy with lovely, crisp white bed linen and the cottage was very warm which was wonderful to return to at the end of a long hike, especially if it was raining outside.
Mal D
September 2014
We have stayed at Dragon Hill Barn now on a number of occasions. Usually over New Year period with a couple of friends. The cottage is always clean & tidy, wifi & all you would expect. The storage heating can be a bit cool in the afternoon but is quickly backed up by the roaring log burner. The only problem is then, the bedrooms are roasting through the night. Brassington village is a lovely place to be at New Year. The 2 local pubs are warm & welcoming & have great food & ales. We love Dragon Hill Barn although it's an acquired taste.
Mrs Brooke
August 2014
Dragon Hill Barn was lovely, newly decorated and had everything we needed and more. There were lots of thoughtful touches which made it a home from home stay - a great cottage!
Marie B
August 2014
The 2 bedroomed cottage (1 kingsize & 1 twin) is conveniently located to explore the Peak District. The cottage has lots of extra facilities (books; dvds; local walk leaflets; board games; free wifi - TIP take your laptop/tablet etc) The electric, towels and bed linen are included. There is no mobile 'phone reception but a land line 'phone is provided with free weekend & after 7pm on week day calls. There is no shop in Brassington so remember to shop when you are out & about or use the grocery vending machine in the Miners Arms car park. The Miners Arms pub is opposite and there were 2 other pubs in the local area. A great comfy cottage made extra cosy by the log burner.
Guest
August 2014
A lovely cosy barn, good peaceful location, great walks from the door, everything we needed was supplied and in excellent condition. Several nice pubs, two within a 2 minute walk. The welcome folder with local info was invaluable. Only down side was no bath and no garden, but the other features more than made up for it!
Mrs Rothery
June 2014
We had a very happy holiday here.
Mrs Hill
June 2014
Lovely cottage with very comfy beds in an ideal location for exploring the local area.
Mr Child
June 2014
Perfect accomodation. Very clean and well kitted out. Well situated for all that the Peaks has to offer.
derren c
May 2014
This is a small but excellent property. Modern inside with excellent kitchen equipment, tv's and fast broadband. Ideal for a couple or with children. Lots to do in the area.
Mrs Hill
April 2014
The barn is outstanding and renovated to an exceptional level. Very comfortable for a family of four. Would recommend highly.
Mrs Preston
April 2014
A great base to explore the Peak District. The cottage was superb, tastefully decorated and a pleasure to stay in.
Mr Reay
December 2013
Great cottage, very clean and warm. The best we have ever stayed in. Perfect Christmas cottage. the owners put up a tree and some decorations. Kitchen facilities were perfect, beds really comfy. Excellent cottage we really cant find a negative point and will 100% look to going back again.
Mr Matthews
November 2013
The cottage is perfect for home from home comforts. The two pubs are minutes from the cottage door. There are lots of walks to do either by a short drive away to the start point, or from the cottage. The cottage is a credit to the owners.
Mr Lannon
November 2013
Great cottage in a great location. The cottage is ideal for 4 people. It is well equipped and clean. There is plenty to do in the area.
Mrs Fern
November 2013
It was snug and cosy, very welcoming, and had all the facilities you would need. Great location, with 2 good pubs both serving food within 3 minute walk. All in all, nothing to dislike!
Mrs Bean
October 2013
The cottage was a perfect little haven. We absolutely loved it.
Ms Fraser
October 2013
Lovely village location. Very modern and well equipped cottage. Great pub around the corner.
Peta B
October 2013
We have just returned from a very wet and foggy week in the area, but Dragon Hill Barn is the perfect place for sheltering from the elements! The log fire makes the already cosy cottage even more so and is super for warming up from a wet walk. The cottage has everything in it that you'd need for a stay - the towels are just wonderful! There is no phone signal in the cottage - heavenly! - but there is wifi if you need to connect. The 2 pubs in the village are lovely and welcoming. There is plenty to do in the area, even in bad weather! Would thoroughly recommend.
Mr Greenhalgh
July 2013
The information/tourist brochures were very well arranged in folders, making finding things you preferred quick easy. Special slips were provided to inform the owners if there were any issues to be fixed, such as light bulbs to be changed, this shows the owners are keen to respond to small issues quickly.
Mr Sirett
May 2013
A delightful cottage, immaculately presented and in a good position to tour the southern part of the Peak District. We would certainly book this cottage again.
Mrs Davies
April 2013
It was a very relaxing place to be. The barn was comfortable in a scenic area.
Mrs Tipler
April 2013
Beautiful cottage in a stunning location.
Miss Salsbury
December 2012
Very comfortable and cosy cottage - everything finished to a high standard.
Guest
December 2012
Dragon Barn is situated in a lovely village and close to towns in a beautiful scenic area. The barn is tastefully presented and the owners have provided all the extras you might need. It is warm, comfortable and charming. We enjoyed being able to walk to the village pubs and eat out and to walk during the day and visit small towns . Ashbourne especially good for shopping. Dragon Barn is excellently placed for a relaxing break.
Mrs Pendlebury
November 2012
Loved the cottage and it's location. Log burner is a great asset for those dark evenings at this time of year.
Mrs Dean
October 2012
The barn was so different to our other accommodation with a true village atmosphere.
Ms Cadden
October 2012
The owners had provided lots of extra finishing touches which made it feel like home from home. The quality of everything from bedlinen to crockery was very good and tasteful.
Mrs Atkinson
October 2012
Everything we could have wished for, very happy with the property and the owners phoned twice to check we had everything we needed, highly recommend.
Mr Turner
October 2012
The sitting of the cottage was excellent for local walks and attractions. The cottage was cosy, comfortable and well-equipped. We felt quite at home there.
Mr Fielding
September 2012
Generally the property was as stated, clean and met our needs. Owner was helpful. Location was very good for walking, cycling and pubs. Cosy nights in with log burner.
Mr Clements
August 2012
Great cottage in a great location.
Mrs Plain
July 2012
A lovely cottage in a beautiful setting.
Mr De'ath
July 2012
We liked absolutely everything, the weather wasn't so kind so every evening we had a lovely fire. A real 'home from home' - perfect.
Mrs Simpson
July 2012
The cottage was geared to making it a home from home - it was outstanding - the added bonus was the beautiful scenery around that area. As members of the National Trust we never seemed to have to travel too far to see the gardens and houses. Pity the weather wasn't kinder - however, it didn't stop us from doing the things we had planned. Thank you Sykes we believe you have the best cottages available and at a most reasonable cost, we'll be back.
Mrs McCarthy
July 2012
This is a lovely, cosy cottage. A real home from home with everything you need to enjoy a wonderful break. The king side bed was really comfortable and the large sofa's were perfect for chilling out after a day out. There is a great pub with amazing food just a few minutes from the house, but if you choose to cook in the kitchen, its modern, clean and well equipped. A definite keeper.
howard1955
March 2012
Dragon Hill Barn is a well equipped and modern property, with parking immediately outside. It is warm and comfortable - the woodburning stove is very efficient and easy to use. Two pubs are close by, with the Gate Inn particularly recommended for its warm welcome, good beers and excellent food. The property is within a 30 minute drive of the major tourist attractions of the Peak District. Over the years we have stayed at many cottages, and invariably there is some fault somewhere. However, with Dragon Hill Barn there were none, and we will most certainly book again.
howard1955
March 2012
Dragon Hill Barn is a well equipped and modern property, with parking immediately outside. It is warm and comfortable - the woodburning stove is very efficient and easy to use. Two pubs are close by, with the Gate Inn particularly recommended for its warm welcome, good beers and excellent food. The property is within a 30 minute drive of the major tourist attractions of the Peak District. Over the years we have stayed at many cottages, and invariably there is some fault somewhere. However, with Dragon Hill Barn there were none, and we will most certainly book again.
Mrs Ferdinando
February 2012
The property was extremely well equipped, warm and comfortable and in a good location. Good pub round the corner. Easy parking right outside. Good base for exploring the Peak District.
Miss Murphy
December 2011
The barn conversion was stunning. It was extremely well equipped and the village of Brassington was gorgeous. The location worked well for local amenities and we thoroughly enjoyed the whole weekend there. The wood burning stove was particularly good fun and effective!
Mr McNally
November 2011
The cottage was very homely and comfortable, we didn't want to leave!
Miss Edwards
October 2011
The cottage was very well equipped - plenty of DVD's, CD's and books were kindly supplied by the owner if you wanted to use them. Also plenty of condiments and cleaning items supplied, which was thoughtful. The village was very picturesque and the cottage was close to many pretty villages and interesting places to visit. The two pubs were in walking distance and great for food, drink and a chat with the locals. It made a very good and comfortable base.
cababness
October 2011
The cottage was very well serviced, very neat, clean and comfortable. The owners provided items for kitchen/bathroom cleaning/washing up-even dishwasher tablets, condiments, and liquid soap.Plenty of logs for the fire (though we didn't need them this week!) and plenty of CDs, DVDs, books and games. Also a lot of local information and booklets provided. The only downside at the property was the double bed was a little big for the room, and you just had to be careful not to bang your knees on it. Also the bedrooms had window shutters, not curtains, but this wasn't too much of a problem. The village was very pretty and served by 2 good pubs-The Miners Arms is a good real ale pub, serves good pub fayre and is a good place to chat with the locals. Ye Olde Gate is a lovely 'olde worlde' type pub complete with real fires, and tankards hanging from its beams. The food here could compete with any high class restaurant and the chef even offered to cook whatever our vegetarian friend liked (which you don't find happens often). The cottage is not far from many pretty villages- Ashbourne is great on market day and has lovely individual shops and plenty of places to eat. Carsington Water is close by and is a lovely place to walk and has a lovely restaurant overlooking the reserve.There are also a few shops there. Dovedale is beautiful -great for short and easy or more strenuous walks. We also visited Kedlestone Hall and Calke Abbey- both interesting and about 3/4 hr away. At Calke you can even have a picnic at the side of the Deer reserve. It also has a lovely garden with organised tours-well worth it. We had a lovely week. The cottage made a lovely comfortable base from which to explore the surrounding area. Would happily recommend it.
Mrs Eaves
September 2011
The cottage was in a very good location to enable us to get to all parts of the Peak District. The village is nice, with 2 pubs and other restaurants nearby. The amenities of the barn were very good with a lovely small outdoor space with seating.
Mrs Cooper
July 2011
A 'home from home'.
Mrs Bagshaw
July 2011
It really was a home from home. Everything we needed and very comfortable for all of us, including our 13 month old daughter. Lovely location too.
Mr Hippey
June 2011
Great area for activities, lots to see and do. Comfortable cottage.
Mr Manning
June 2011
Lovely area and beautiful cottage!
Mrs Mason
May 2011
Ideal base for touring the area, everywhere within easy reach. Cosy and comfortable.
Mrs Walker
April 2011
Fantastic property, cosy and warm. Great walks from the door step. Thank you very much.
Mrs Williams
November 2010
Lovely property. Great location. Log burner on cold nights.
Mr Sizer
October 2010
Dragon Hill Barn was a cute and cosy base to explore the Peak District. It was a pleasure to return to 'our little barn' at the end of the day.
Mrs Augier
September 2010
It was beautiful accommodation in a very good situation for exploring Derbyshire. One of the best properties we have stayed in.
Guest
September 2010
Good value cottage ,good location ,handy for a lot of places which are fairly close by
Mr Bourner
July 2010
Excellent conversion and use of space inside. Very convenient for nightlife in Buxton, which has a lovely theatre.
Mr Lee
May 2010
Beautiful house in lovely area. Very well appointed.
Mr Cossor
May 2010
A lovely clean and fresh property, nice bed linen, perfect for a family of four. The village is beautiful and general location ideal for exploring Dovedale and the Peaks.
Mrs Gallagher
March 2010
Cottage in good location, near beautiful scenery. A fine collection of tombs at St. Oswald's Church in Ashbourne.
Mr Mrs Wilbraham
December 2009
A perfect retreat away from the hustle and bustle. A great place to relax and unwind from everyday life. Very cosy and welcoming - great wood burning fire. Well equipped and a great location for exploring the surrounding area. Would definitely return.
Mr England
December 2009
Wonderful location and friendly villagers.
Guest
December 2009
We had a lovely time at Dragon Hill cottage. it was clean and well equiped and the furnishings were of good quality. it was as was described in the brochure. ideally situated to abraham heights, carsington water and about half hour from alton towers. we also expliored Dove dale area. good walks around the barn. the only issue was that the TV picture was poor so you could only watch DVD's. we didn't try the local pubs due to the comments in the visitors book there. we would go back again. the owner was very friendly and helpful
Guest
December 2009
Lovely barn conversion in nice village with2 pubs within walking distance. Both serve meals. Cottage well serviced. O. K. for 2 adults & 2 children. Not a lot of space for 4 adults. Lacking in a little more outdoor space for sitting out on nice days.
Guest
December 2009
Not easy to find from the directions if you are travelling from the South, fine from the north. Cottage renovated very nicely. Could do with somewhere to hang coats, put boots etc. Disappointed that there wasn't kindling for the fire. Over all a nice play to stay.
Patriciaplunket
December 2009
The cottage has been sympathetically restored and provides every modern comfort. It was impeccably clean and although the area is quiet the village provides interesting walks. The local pubs give good value and produce good food. It is a short distance away from other attractions,say Chatsworth House and Haddon Hall which are a "must" to see. I cannot find fault and would stay there again.
Mr Conroy
October 2009
The location of the property was excellent, a very quiet village with two pubs would recommend the Old Gate. The owner is very nice.
Mr Harcourt
October 2009
Excellent accommodation in a lovely area. This is a well equipped and comfortable cottage.
Mr Cann
September 2009
The location of the cottage was great for cycling and visiting Derbyshire. Cottage very well presented and great value for money. The owner was very helpful.
Mr Lee
August 2009
Loved the location, ideal for walks and close to activities eg. Carsington Water, Heights of Abraham and Alton Towers.
Mrs Wall
August 2009
Carsington Water Reserve is close by to the property and has excellent facilities for children.
Mrs Hunter
July 2009
The friendliness of the locals and the local pub!Also the owner was fantastic.
Mrs Watkinson
June 2009
The cottage was in a nice location for enjoying Derbyshire
Mr Palmer
May 2009
Excellent property in a great location, check out the Gate pub for great food.
Dr Smithson
April 2009
We had a great holiday and we were very impressed with the Barn. The property is near a great reservoir and the two local pubs serve good food.
Miss Stockings
April 2009
We loved the location, the building and the way in which the cottage had been furnished. The wood burning stove was a real plus.
Robinson
April 2009
What a fabulous cottage! Immaculate inside and out. Perfectly placed in a lovely village with a couple of nice pubs. Within easy driving distance of tourist attractions and super walks from the doorstep. We have already recommended it to many of our friends.
Mr Cavanagh
March 2009
Good location, excellent facilities and a fantastic cottage.
Mrs Davies
March 2009
Lovely place. Nicely furnished. Flowers a nice touch!
Mr Bointon
March 2009
Dragon Hill Barn has been developed and furnished to a superb standard throughout and is a very comfortable place to stay.
Mrs Cooper
February 2009
Really lovely little cottage, modern but with it's original features.
Mrs Cooper
January 2009
Great place in a lovely part of the country. Cool pubs nearby as well as lots of tourist attractions. Would happily go back to Dragon Hill Barn or indeed live there!
Dr Keeney
January 2009
Beautiful village, two pubs, lovely walks and a relaxing home to come back to.
Mr Deacon
December 2008
Gorgeous location, the barn conversion was superb and on the morning of my other halves birthday there was snow on the ground!! Excellent.
Mr Kent
November 2008
Good location, 2 pubs serving meals, walks and bike rides from door. Very clean new property. Comfortable beds, good shower, excellent towels.
Mr Baron
October 2008
The cottage was lovely and the log fire was a bonus. Bedrooms were great and everything was very clean.
Mr Jennings
October 2008
Lovely cottage in a lovely setting.
Mrs Shepherd
September 2008
The location of Dragon Hill Barn is great to easily reach surrounding attractions. The Barn has been sympathetically restored to a high standard and retains a very homely feel in a quiet village. We would definitely stay there again and recommend to other friends.
Mr Anderson
August 2008
Beautiful cottage, Beautiful village, plenty of country pubs in the area serving good food. Only 20 mins from Bakewell.
Mrs Lague
July 2008
Lovely accommodation, could not fault it!
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