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"Loved staying at this cottage with my family for New Year"
Reviewed by Joanne5.0★Dec 2024
"This is a lovely cottage ideally situated for walking."
Baslow is a lovely village with a good selection of pubs, eateries and shops. Off road parking at the cottage is a plus. Would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed by Elizabeth4.7★Dec 2024
"Fantastic well presented cottage in a Great location."
Slight criticism the television struggled to pick up channels with very poor signal strength.
The cleanliness was good … however Royal clean had missed several areas with cobwebs on beams and standing floor lamp …
Overall a nice relaxing stay and would consider staying again…..
Many thanks for your feedback - we have now fixed the TV signal problem but thank you for bringing it to our attention.
Property Owner
Reviewed by Jason3.8★Sep 2024
"Had a fabulous stay in Fern Cottage, it is cosy yet spacious, homely yet modern and extremely comfortable."
The bath in the main bathroom was to die for. The only tiny gripe we had was the kitchen knives weren't particularly good (chipped blades) but we managed and if you're eating out more than in it won't be a problem at all. The outside space is amazing. We were lucky enough to get warm weather so we could sit outside and having the driveway for off road parking is a definite advantage.
The cottage is ideally situated for walkers with numerous walks straight out of the front door. The village shop is less than 5 minutes walk away and very well stocked as well as being the post office.
We've stayed in a number of different properties in and around Baslow and this was the best in terms of location and comfort. We love this area of the Peak District and will be booking to come back sooner rather than later if I get my way.
Reviewed by Marie5.0★Sep 2024
"Fantastic property in a wonderful location."
Baslow is the perfect base to explore the Peak District. Would book again.
Reviewed by Iain5.0★Aug 2024
"This cottage was perfect and met all our needs."
Clean tidy and comfortable with a view that melts away stress.
Will definitely book again and recommend
Reviewed by Jane5.0★May 2024
"Fern Cottage is all about location and character."
It offers amazing views, a lovely garden and plenty of character elements throughout.
It’s a spacious accommodation. The second bathroom is definitely a plus, although the en-suite is quite narrow.
The comfort of the beds is sufficient in the master bedroom, but below average in the second double bedroom, unfortunately.
Although the house was very clean throughout, the place was crawling with woodlice. Perhaps this could be looked at. It didn’t spoil our stay, as they are harmless.
Damian has been helpful and easy to contact when we had some issues with the TV. We enjoyed our stay in Baslow and in Fern Cottage very much and can very much recommend it.
Thanks for taking time to feedback, it’s great to hear you enjoyed your stay and looking forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Warm weather after rain can encourage woodlice to come in from the garden, the cleaners have applied some woodlice spray this week to remedy.
Although relatively new I’ll take a look at the second bedroom mattress, thanks for letting me know.
Thanks for choosing to stay in Fern cottage and hopefully see you again. Damian and Clare
Property Owner
Reviewed by Jochem4.1★May 2024
"Beautiful cottage with very high quality of fittings."
Unfortunately there is a problem with the hot water: A combination of combi boiler and no thermostatic regulation of bath or main bathroom over bath shower led to a dangerously hot shower that was difficult to reduce and a bath that takes 15 minutes to run (otherwise the water is only tepid. Correct this and the cottage will be perfect.
We are sorry to hear you had difficulties understanding how to operate the thermostatic shower controls in the bathroom, despite us attending the property and showing you how to use them.
Please be assured that both the ensuite and bathroom have standard thermostatic controls to supply a safe water temperature. The only way to achieve a dangerously hot shower is to manually override the thermostatic control past the safety setting.
Best wishes
Clare and Damian Shaw
Property Owner
Reviewed by Phil3.4★Apr 2024
"Lovely cottage and Baslow is a lovely base."
Ample space for 4 adults and 1 child.
We had a great break.
Our grandaughter loved her bedroom and she enjoyed the garden.
The cottage is warm and welcoming, having 2 bathrooms and a downstairs loo is a bonus, no queuing!
There was help on hand next door. J & B made our stay memorable, thank you.
Well equipped kitchen with a lovely table, and some of the best views whilst dish washing! It was good to have a reasonable sized freezer, we were able to have a food delivered on day 1.
The cottage is blessed with fabulous views all around.
A great base for walking, we walked most of the Monsal Trail between Hassop & Wye dale.
We also visited Crich Tramway Village.
Would definitely consider coming again
Reviewed by Judith5.0★Apr 2024
"Lovely well equipped cottage."
Spotlessly clean on arrival. Initially the main living room was cold and took while to warm up, but after a day all was good. Some issues with the TV but a new aerial cable seemed to solve it. Walks available straight from the door so didn't have to use the car very much. All in all we had a great time and wouldn't hesitate to recommend to others.
Reviewed by Ronald4.4★Mar 2024
"This is our second visit for our family of 4 and our dog Willow."
I's a fantastic base for access to Bakewell and Chatsworth House, which is a short drive away. There are walks right on the doorstep with access to the woods which our dog Willow thoroughly enjoyed. Lovely eateries in the village, our favourite is The Prince of Wales serving amazing food which we have visited on both trips.
The owners were amazing! I we needed anything they were happy to help without hesitation. Everything you need from a holiday rental is here and much more. All modern appliances. The washing facilities were great after a muddy walk.
We found operating the TV a bit tricky, but we found some board games that kept us entertained and with teenagers it's not always easy. The sofa has been replaced since our last visit with a stunning piece that was so comfortable and complimented the stunning decor.
At times, the outside steps were tricky but we used the footpath by the main road and that was fine. The garden does have open access but on our last visit we used a tether and Willow sat with us and enjoyed watching people walk by.
As time goes by, I wonder if we'll be able to book in as the property becomes popular!.
We don't normally place reviews but felt this time we must, because it's a gorgeous property.
Thank you again for your help and we'll see you again soon.
Reviewed by Lenora5.0★Feb 2024
"Thanks for another lovely few days I do so enjoy staying in Baslow it’s one of ..."
Thanks for another lovely few days I do so enjoy staying in Baslow it’s one of my favourite places to be walking, restaurants, chatsworth just love it I’ll be back
Reviewed by Adele4.7★Dec 2023
"We had a lovely week in Baslow."
Was a great base to meet up with family and Friends. A few niggles took the shine off the stay - namely 1. The sofa is not fit for purpose, main sofa cushions slipped off (nothing holding them to the base/back) 2. the ensuite was extremely narrow (photo was a tad misleading) 3. The cobwebs in the en-suite were amazing (high up on the ceiling) 4. The electric switch to the main bathroom ? faulty, as needed to turn on and off several times before the light stayed on 5. The size of the beds - I would suggest are more queen sized than King (where King is 5ft 5").
Reviewed by Deborah3.1★Nov 2023
"A super property in a fabulous location."
Great local facilities and lovely walks and bike rides from the door. Will definitely be coming again.
Reviewed by Claire4.1★Oct 2023
"A lovely cottage in a beautiful location, perfectly situated for nature lovers and hikers - with the added benefit of close proximity to shops, restaurants and pubs whilst enjoying the peace of a truly rural retreat."
The cottage was charming, cosy, and clean, with comfortable beds and a gorgeous garden to watch the sun set with a glass of bubbly! We loved the unique layout and viewing windows. The kitchen was well stocked with utensils for food prep. Only observations were that the sofa isn't in the best condition, and as a dog friendly cottage it would give greater peace of mind to owners if the driveway and side entrance were gated/secured. However my dog isn't one to stray and the house is set on a very quiet road so this wasn't an issue for us.
Overall we loved this property and absolutely intend to book again! Thank you so much :)
Reviewed by Claudia4.4★Aug 2023
"Attractive cottage in good position in interesting village near climbing Edges."
The cottage has been effectively modernised and is comfortable and well equipped, with a pleasant garden and good outlook. There are steps both inside and outside that could prove challenging for some. A lovely peaceful base for a visit to beautiful countryside.
Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite with walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x king-size, 1 x Childrens bunks
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Cloakroom with basin and WC
Kitchen/diner
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher
Gas heating - Fuel and power inc. in rent
Sitting room with electric fire
TV with Freeview, WiFi
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off-road parking for 3 cars
Rear large garden with lawn, patio, furniture and bike storage in outhouse
One well-behaved dog welcome, to be kept downstairs please
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 0.3 miles, pub 0.6 miles, river 1.9 miles
Note: The cottage is on a hill and there are steps up to both the front and back doors - The steps and the path leading from the drive up to the cottage can get very slippery when wet so please take extra care and supervise young children as necessary
Note: Property is suitable for 4 adults and 2 children due to bunk beds
Note: This property only accepts 7 night bookings with a Friday arrival - please contact Sykes directly if you wish to book outside of this.
The property
A semi-detached stone property wth glorious southerly views towards Chatsworth Estate and the Derwent Valley, Fern Cottage rests in the quaint village of Baslow and is a beautiful base for four adults and two children looking for a getaway to Derbyshire and the Peak District.
Park off-road and be welcomed into a delightful sitting room with wooden roofbeams, oak floors and stylish furniture, a perfect place to recline with a coffee and plan the day ahead of you.
When it comes to mealtimes, the charming kitchen/diner has you covered, with a whole host of amenities to cater to your culinary needs, tucked away into contemporary furniture, and here there is a dining table where guests can enjoy a heart-warming meal together.
There is a family bathroom ideal for a soak amongst the bubbles as well as three beautifully presented bedrooms within this property, beginning with a king-size with tall ceilings threaded with wooden beams and a handy en-suite, a second king-size with blue décor and a bunk room ideal for children.
The garden to this property is simply lovely, with a large lawn space, mature trees, and a patio area with furniture, ideal for enjoying a glass of your favourite beverage in the sunshine.
Baslow is a lovely riverside village with a local shop, pub, and access to many countryside walks including Baslow Edge, leading to Cubar Edge and the neighbouring riverside village of Calver with walks past the scenic Calver Wier.
Bakewell is another delightful village within reach, offering beautiful stone buildings, many cafes, and walks through the scenery.
Further from the property you will find Chatsworth House and Gardens and many more stunning walks throughout The Peak District National Park, ideal for hiking, walking and rock climbing.
Enjoy the scenery at Peveril Castle and Speedwell Cavern, or spend a day at the bustling city of Sheffield, where there is a museum, many independent shops to browse at your leisure and pubs and eateries for guests to dine at.
All of this and so much more with a stay at the lovely Fern Cottage.
Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £350.
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Where you’ll be staying
BASLOW
Chatsworth 1 mile; Bakewell 5 miles.
The pretty village of Baslow lies at the north end of stately Chatsworth House - home to the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire. The village has many unusual and picturesque features including a triple-arched river bridge guarded by a toll house whose doorway is only 3 1/2 feet high! Baslow offers a range of village amenities including shops, pubs and restaurants. Close by is Bakewell, the capital of the Peak District, and home of the famous Bakewell pudding (definitely not tart!), still made locally to an old and secret recipe. Bakewell is at the scenic heart of the Peak District, and with Alton Towers also within easy touring distance, there is plenty for the whole family to enjoy.
