Vale Barn

71 Customer Reviews

• "Thank you for a great place to stay."

  It's such a calm peaceful barn and always so well maintained. We love staying there to explore the Peak District.

  Reviewed by Susanna5.0★Feb 2025

• "It was breathtaking."

  The house and all the surroundings are exceedingly beautiful, with a charm that reminds one of old England. You can just feel that somebody has truly loved this house. All the comforts of modern life: nice bathrooms, a well-equipped kitchen, efficient heating, internet, all there too. I could go on describing the house piece by piece, but I'm not going to. Go and see for yourself. Vale Barn is amazing. Now I'm just looking for the opportunity to come back and stay for a week or two.

  Thank you Martin. That has made my week! I am so pleased you enjoyed your stay - despite the snow! We would love to see you return. Have a lovely Xmas, Lucy Property Owner

  Reviewed by Martin5.0★Nov 2024

• "Lovely in a truly lovely setting."

  Reviewed by Beverley-jane4.4★Oct 2024

• "We have just returned from a lovely week at Vale Barn, it surpassed our expectations and is a great place to stay."

  Contact with Lucy the owner was the best we have ever had and it was reassuring to know that, had we needed help whilst there, she was close by. Her welcome pack was extremely generous and we did indeed feel very welcome. Bus/train routes to Chesterfield and Sheffield were good and it is perfectly located for visiting the lovely countryside around. Local restaurants and Take Away are a walking distance away but the kitchen is also very well equipped for home cooked meals in the Barn. Thank you, we truly have had such an enjoyable and memorable week and are so pleased that we were able to visit. John and Kate

  Reviewed by John5.0★Aug 2024

• "Over the last 20 years or so Myself and my family have stayed in a lot of different properties throughout the UK."

  This property is at the top of the pile.

  Thank you - you have made my day! That is high praise indeed! Best wishes, Lucy Property Owner

  Reviewed by Gary5.0★Aug 2024

• "This was a beautiful property, with thoughtful owners who had left out supplies for us when we got there."

  They were friendly and helpful during our stay.

  Thank you! We had a lovely chat with you both and we are delighted you had a good week in the barn! All the very best, Lucy & David x Property Owner

  Reviewed by Margaret5.0★Aug 2024

• "We had a lovely stay in this gorgeous property."

  It was spotlessly clean, and very comfortable. Lucy had left a lovely selection of fresh fruit, brioche, jam and fresh milk for breakfast and some delicious home made flapjacks for when we arrived. This was such a lovely touch and made us feel very welcome. We all slept well and the occasional sound of a train did not impact on the lovely, tranquil atmosphere. The garden is beautiful and we sat out and had our morning cuppa on the bench outside the kitchen most mornings. Lucy was very helpful when we contacted her but not at all intrusive. There is ample parking on the road as well as space for 2 cars at the top of the drive, we parked on the road some days as we were in and out to Sheffield most days for a swimming competition. We enjoyed that within a 20 minute drive you could be on the beautiful moorlands near the NY Longshaw or you could be in bustling Sheffield. We are hoping to book again next year. Thankyou so much Lucy.

  Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. You were fantastic guests and we appreciate all your kind words. So pleased you enjoyed your stay! All the very best, Lucy & David Property Owner

  Reviewed by Katie5.0★Jul 2024

• "This was not the best of holidays for us mainly due to the terrible weather."

  It rained constantly for the week. Trains to Sheffield and Chesterfield were cancelled on two separate days. We did not want to drive on this holiday, having driven from Scotland, and did not take the chance to try these routes again. Regarding the house, bedroom lighting could be stronger/reading lamps? for an avid reader like myself and notices about dos and don'ts could be a little overwhelming, for instance on the main entrace door was a large instructiion about taking shoes off and then again on the internal door to the kitchen, perhaps the word welcome on one of these doors might be more appropriate. I suppose the owner has had some bad experiences and had just had new carpets fitted. To me it is common courtesy to take care of a property. The property is beautiful and the owner very very courteous even though she had laryngitis. I slipped and hurt myself on the walkway because the blossom from the trees had come down in abundance and it became very slippery but the owner assured me that this blossom was cleared up every week and as the overhanging trees were in conservation area they could not cut them down. Perhaps a warning notice about upper walkway being slippery on wet occasions could be looked at. The entrance to the property, whilst there is a handrail, could be challenging to oldies like us We left early to return home

  We are sorry you had such a challenging week. The weather was unusually poor and unfortunately we have no control over the trains. I am honestly devastated by your comments - in 9 years we have only ever had lovely reviews. There are only 3 advisory notes in the barn, one of which asks guests not to wear outdoor shoes on the carpets so that the barn is clean for everyone. We welcome guests with a very nice array of homemade flapjack, fruit and breakfast items and we value every single one of you. The slope to the property is explained on the website and we are happy to facilitate an alternative entrance, as I mentioned to you. We welcome many elderly guests and are happy to help at any time. We always act upon guests suggestions and will look at the lighting in the bedroom. Best wishes, Lucy & David Property Owner

  Reviewed by Christine4.1★Jul 2024

• "Such a delightful house hidden away & surrounded by lovely garden & trees, the house itself very well appointed, We slept well, only woken by the dawn chorus which was louder than the occasional train passing in the distance!"

  Shame about the weather during our week but we did manage to take advantage of the evening sunshine on the terrace on a couple of occasions. Our hosts were very attentive to our minor needs and we much appreciated the provisions provided especially the delicious flapjacks and fruit. Would highly recommend the house and Dronfield is a good centre to access the beautiful countryside of Derbyshire.

  Thank you Jill and Hilary for your lovely feedback. It was a pleasure to have you in the barn and nice to know you liked my flapjack! We are always happy to help guests with any queries - it's no trouble at all to pop round! Thank you for staying with us, Lucy & David Property Owner

  Reviewed by Gilian5.0★Jun 2024

• "Vale Barn is one of those reassuring places where you know from the initial welcome – pots of geraniums near the entrance; a large bowl of fresh fruit on the table – that everything is going to work and be comfortable."

  The conversion of the old coach house has been done well, and the space is generous and well organised, with an attractive view across historic Dronfield. Everything is impeccably clean and the kitchen is well equipped – the showers are decently powerful too. It's convenient to be so close to the railway station. You can hear trains but it's not disturbing and overall this is a peaceful location with no airplane or car noise. Manoeuvring a car into the parking space on a steep drive took a bit of practice (although the owner kindly offered help if needed!)

  Reviewed by Nicola5.0★Jun 2024

• "Brilliant location for trips to big cities by train and driving to the Peak District."

  I found Vale Barn to be beautifully clean and well-appointed, and Lucy and David to be excellent hosts.

  Thank you John! We are always pleased to see returning guests and your feedback means a lot to us! We are so glad you enjoyed the week and we hope to see you again. Best wishes, Lucy & David Property Owner

  Reviewed by John5.0★Jun 2024

• "Our second visit to Vale Barn - an excellent place to stay."

  Very clean, comfortable and well equipped. The generous "Welcome pack" was so helpful - thank you! Cafes, places to eat and supermarkets are nearby. An ideal base for visiting the Peak District and the city of Sheffield. Les and Jenny

  Hi Les & Jenny, Thank you for your kind comments. It's great to know that you enjoyed your stay and we had a lovely chat! Feedback is incredibly important to David and I and we will always welcome any suggestions! Hopefully we will see you both again. xx Property Owner

  Reviewed by Les J5.0★Jun 2024

• "Had a lovely time at Vale Barn lovely little village train station very near and easy to get to many."

  places near by Hosts were very helpful the extras were very appreciated especially the flap jacks would go back again to Vale Barn

  Hi Susan Thank you for your kind words and I am so pleased you enjoyed the barn! Feedback is important to us and it was very helpful to chat with you during your stay! I'll give you the flapjack recipe should you return - it is very easy! Very best wishes, Lucy Property Owner

  Reviewed by Susan4.7★May 2024

• "It's an excellent place to stay, very clean, comfortable, great to explore the local area!"

  Reviewed by Georgy5.0★Apr 2024

• "Our stay at Vale barn was a highlight of our trip."

  Beautifully presented, immaculately clean and all comforts and well equiped for cooking etc. The owners were very helpful and kindly left us some food and milk on our arrival including home made slice. The cottage was very convenient for visiting Sheffield and the Peak District. Dronfield was very pretty and we enjoyed some of the close by restaurants and Sainsburys and Aldi were in easy walking distance. Having the train station nearby was very convenient and the occasional sound of a train going by was no issue. We hope to stay at the barn again . Thankyou for having us.

  Thank you so much for your lovely comments, it means a lot to us! Hopefully we will see you again next time you are in the UK! Lucy & David Property Owner

  Reviewed by Jeanette5.0★Dec 2023

• "Vale Barn is an excellent base for exploring the Peak District, Sheffield (eg theatres and museums) and further afield (eg Yorkshire Sculpture Park) - so it's ideal for this country's unpredictable weather."

  The cottage itself is perfect: very well laid out, clean, well equipped and warm (and we were there when outside overnight temperatures were -5°). The owners are very helpful and friendly but not at all intrusive. The immediate area is perfect, with a station just a few minutes walk away and some great places to eat. We particularly enjoyed The Blue Stoops. Aldi and Sainsbury's are very close by, should you run out of supplies. The Town Trail is worth doing.

  Reviewed by Yvonne5.0★Nov 2023

• "Exquisitely maintained property in lovely surroundings with church spire views."

  Hygiene & comfort to the highest standards, although access to & from property could be an issue for some. Owners were exceptionally helpful, considerate & nothing being too much trouble to organize. An inspired & thoughtful development in the ancient hamlet of Dronfield.

  Thank you Sue, your feedback is very much appreciated and we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay. It was a pleasure to have you! Lucy and David Property Owner

  Reviewed by Susan5.0★Sep 2023

• "This property is a calm oasis in the heart of Dronfield."

  Very well appointed and exceptionally clean.

  Reviewed by John5.0★Sep 2023

• "Excellent property, extremely comfortable and immaculate throughout."

  Very impressive kitchen filled with everything needed for cooking whilst on holiday, communication with owners just as it should be, always there if needed but keep themselves private from you. Will definitely return.

  Thank you Caroline. Good feedback is very much appreciated and we are pleased you enjoyed your stay! Look forward to having you back. Take care, Lucy and David Property Owner

  Reviewed by Caroline5.0★Sep 2023

• "Our second stay at Vale Barn and we enjoyed it just as much this time around."

  Love the property and location with Lucy & David great hosts. Thoroughly recommend if you are looking for a home-from-home stay in Dronfield and for Peak District days out.

  Reviewed by Russell5.0★Aug 2023

• "We had a great week at Vale Barn, returning to Dronfield after far too many years away to see family in the surrounding area."

  We would highly recommend this 'spacious hidden gem'. The barn is beautifully positioned with wonderful views. We had everything we needed and all local facilities are close by. The owners were welcoming and helpful and we were grateful for the generous welcome package on arrival (homemade flapjack, tea, coffee milk etc.). We would definitely come back again. Date of experience: 25 August 2023

  Reviewed by Gillian5.0★Aug 2023

• "A wonderful holiday cottage that was so clean, comfortable and welcoming."

  It had a great secluded location yet is really easy to get all the things to need locally and to go out to attractions and for days. There was a fantastic welcome basket of goodies too. We can’t wait to return.

  We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay, and thank you for taking the time to give us such a lovely review! x Property Owner

  Reviewed by Georgy5.0★Aug 2023

• "Fantastic property, great location for what we needed."

  Great communication with the owner. Would be happy to go back again.

  Thank you! It was lovely to have you and getting good feedback from guests is our mission! Hopefully see you again x Property Owner

  Reviewed by Richard5.0★Jul 2023

• "Immaculate property with a host who was friendly communicative and organised."

  Brilliant stay.

  Reviewed by Josie5.0★Apr 2023

• "A great place to stay a good location and excellent facilities."

  Thank you. Your feedback is very important to us and it was lovely to have you! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Lynn5.0★Apr 2023

• "Wonderful stay for our family visiting Dronfield to see Grandparents."

  Very spacious, great facilities (e.g. WiFi was great whilst I remotely worked the first couple of days) and the perfect hosts. We’ve already booked to come again in August to do the same. Thank you Lucy& family!

  Thank you so much. Your feedback is very important to us and it was lovely to have you! See you in August. Lucy & David Property Owner

  Reviewed by Russell5.0★Apr 2023

• "An excellent property that has all you need for a comfortable stay."

  It is close to pubs, restaurants and a Sainsburys store and an easy drive into the Peak district. We had a very enjoyable week here.

  Thank you for your lovely feedback. The most important thing for us is that guests have a great stay! We are so pleased you enjoyed the barn. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Douglas5.0★Feb 2023

• "We had a very enjoyable stay at Vale Barn."

  The accommodation was spacious, clean and met our needs. We greatly appreciated the welcome package provided by the owner Mrs Bolsover who went the extra mile to ensure that our stay was as comfortable as possible.

  Reviewed by Alex4.7★Feb 2023

• "This was a wonderful place to stay."

  The owners were helpful and kind and the house was very clean and comfortable. Great location for public transport also. Definitely would stay here again!

  Reviewed by Adam5.0★Nov 2022

• "Vale Barn was excellent!"

  Good communication from the owner and a lovely welcome pack on arrival. The barn was very clean, and we found everything we needed. It felt homely, cosy & spacious and the special lights were a nice touch. Plenty to see and do with shops, restaurants & pubs within walking distance. We would not hesitate to book this property again and highly recommend it to others.

  Thank you! We are so pleased and thank you also for leaving the barn so clean! You were the perfect guests. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Colin5.0★Oct 2022

• "Fantastic cottage, spacious, clean, well-organised."

  Owners very friendly and helpful. Lovely welcome pack. Hope to stay again. My son loved being able to watch the trains only 3 minute walk away. Sainsbury’s only 10 minute walk. Highly recommend.

  Reviewed by Dawn5.0★May 2022

• "Although we had to leave the property early due to illness we thought the property was one of the best we'd stayed in."

  It was very clean and comfortable and had everything we needed. The garden is great with good views. It is in a good location with easy access to buses and trains. The owner was kind and helpful when we had to leave and we hope to go back in the future.

  Reviewed by June5.0★Apr 2022

• "We loved this cottage."

  It's tucked away from the main residential area and feels so private. The cottage itself is beautifully decorated and cosy. The kitchen is huge and well stocked with pots, pans, utensils etc. The sofa is really comfy for lounging to watch TV. The bathroom is just lovely. There is nothing to fault at all. we had to leave a couple of days early as our son was ill (not covid) and the owners were really nice and friendly. There is a lovely coffee shop just a 2 minute walk from the cottage. I also want to mention the Angel Inn - a 5 min interested drive from the cottage. I am coeliac and follow a gluten free diet and this is by far the best restaurant for gluten free food. It was superb. The whole holiday was lovely, despite our son being poorly and the cottage was such a nice place to spend time in and relax.

  Reviewed by Peter5.0★Apr 2022

• "There is so much to love about the property for design spaciousness and equipment."

  Upstairs the two bedrooms and bathrooms are separated by the mezzanine landing so very private, and the showers were powerful with plentiful hot water. The kitchen is so well equipped with the spacious dining and lounge area. Pity no one in our group plays the piano! Lucy left us a good selection of items including fruit and flapjacks and she and David were on hand promptly sorting the alarm and unjamming a key for us! We didn’t find the parking space easy to access and parked on the road instead and visitors should be aware that the path and steps down to the cottage is quite steep. There are regular trains nearby but mostly not intrusive. Dronfield itself is pleasant to stroll around, The Forge centre cafe and restaurant nearby, and Hall Barn (near Sainsburies) serves a variety of food and excellent coffee.

  Reviewed by Robert5.0★Mar 2022

• "As on previous occasions Vale Barn was spotless and very comfortable; and the little touches provided on arrival such as the homemade flapjack and the Christmas fairy lights being on when we arrived are really appreciated."

  It is very easy to stay at this property, warm cozy and comfortable with everything you need and more. Accommodating owners and everything very well maintained and looked after. Great kitchen with big fridge freezer and all the equipment you need. Peaceful and relaxing setting with no appreciable noise or disturbance from the train line and so many facilities, including the station in walking distance, some good pubs with good food and Sainsbury's and Aldi all very close by. Only one minor suggestion for improvement - very limited wineglasses and especially at Christmas, New Year having some champagne flutes would be good - when you are treating family to the good stuff, it is nice to have an appropriate glass!

  Reviewed by Nicholas5.0★Dec 2021

• "Great week staying in Vale Barn."

  The property has been thoughtfully converted and has everything you need for an enjoyable holiday. The welcome pack was a particularly nice touch and much appreciated. The location is excellent - within walking distance of most ameneties and close to the railway station if you fancy a trip to Sheffield or Chesterfield. Highly recommended.

  Reviewed by Robert4.7★Oct 2021

• "We had a lovely week at Vale Barn."

  The accommodation was comfortable, well stocked and very clean. The welcome pack was very much appreciated and the flapjacks delicious! Thank you.

  Reviewed by Clare5.0★Sep 2021

• "We really enjoyed our week at Vale Barn."

  It's a beautiful and spacious barn conversion. Very well spec'd, comfy, homely and warm. The kitchen is huge, very well equiped, top notch and has all the utensils, pots pans etc that you would need. The living room and dining room are spacious and comfortable with nice lighting and well equiped with FreeSat, Samsung TV and a DVD player. Plenty of choice for enterntainment.There is a selection of DVD's and books in the bookcase and plenty of tourist brochures for numerous attractions and places ot visit in the Peak District. The main bathroom is spacious and gorgeous with a huge bath, shower head and plate shower over. The master bedroom also has an ensuite with shower. Towels are provided so you don't have to worry about packing extra. There is a washing machine and drying room if you need it just off the entrance hallway with a 3rd toilet downstairs. The owner, Lucy, had left us some nice touches you don't often see. She left us teabags, coffee, milk, brioche loaf, jam and fruit to ensure we had some provisions when we arrived. There is a Sainsbury's and Lidl a few minutes away so easy to stock up for your stay. There are also some lovely pubs and restuarants on your doorstep. Recommend Simply Chinese and Casa Latina (open Fri & Sat). The railway line is mentioned but wasn't really noticed and didn't bother us at all. The walk down from the car parking just off the road is a bit of a slope but not slippery at all and is well lit with automatic lighting as you approach. Everything was spotless and clean. There are instructions on what to do when leaving due to the current Covid issues - nothing major, just leaving bedding, towels and bath mats in the laundry bags in the shed and leaving internal doors and the windows open when leaving to air out. It's nice to know that cleanliness, especially during these dificult times, is taken seriously. Lucy and David will give you a warm welcome, if not in person just yet. We will be back soon.

  Reviewed by Jonathan5.0★Sep 2021

• "Lovely accommodation in a great location for easy access to the Peak District."

  Very clean and comfortable with all facilities that might be needed. Lucy left a lovely welcome pack and was very good to check with us about possible night time tree felling in the area, with mitigations if we were disturbed (the felling didn’t happen in the end, but we appreciated Lucy’s efforts to prevent it affecting our holiday). We enjoyed being in Dronfield, which has plenty of shops, restaurants and takeaways within walking distance.

  Reviewed by Richard5.0★Aug 2021

• "This is a lovely cottage."

  Newly refurbished, so fresh and clean. Beds were very comfy and kitchen & utility had everything we needed. Plenty of space. We would stay here again if we wanted to be near the Peak District.

  Reviewed by Lee5.0★Aug 2021

• "Beautiful barn with everything you need - home from home."

  owners live next door so are on hand if you need anything, but also left you to enjoy your holiday. numerous restaurants, pubs and shops nearby and the train station just 2 minutes away if you want to head to sheffield for a night out (10min journey), or further afield to Leeds or Nottingham. Couldn't fault the location or accommodation - highly recommended.

  Reviewed by Joanne5.0★Jul 2021

• "We have just returned from a thoroughly enjoyable 2 week stay in Vale Barn, booked very last minute as Portugal, our original destination, went onto the amber list 36 hrs before we were due to fly!"

  On arrival, we couldn’t believe our luck at having found this beautiful property at such short notice. Lucy was great, we spoke and she emailed information before we arrived, and whilst staying there she was very helpful and responsive to any questions. The barn was spotlessly clean on our arrival and we felt very safe with the additional COVID measures in place. The property is very spacious, it felt like a home rather than a holiday property, and is very tastefully and comfortably furnished. The kitchen is very well equipped with every utensil you could need. We were lucky enough to have great weather for our stay and enjoyed relaxing in the two patio areas, particularly the top one which gets the late afternoon sun, perfect for pre dinner drinks! This was our first visit to Derbyshire, we found plenty to fill our stay, enjoying some spectacular walks in the nearby Peak District, the scenery really is breathtaking. Lucy had left a list of recommended local eateries, we particularly enjoyed The Peacock at Barlow, about a 10 min drive away, and also had a very nice meal at The Blue Stoops which is just a 5 min walk. Almost forgot to mention the generous welcome pack left in the kitchen when we arrived, very thoughtful and all much enjoyed, particularly the delicious flapjacks!

  Reviewed by Karen5.0★Jun 2021

• "First time staying with a Sykes Cottage the owner of this is Lucy she was fantastic it’s set in a real eye opening location with a great atmosphere your with in walking distance of a local shop as well as the train station, and Dronfield it’s self is a great location!"

  Everything inside the property was up to standards and the detail was also great and efforts didn’t go unnoticed I would stay here again if I had to in the future if I wanted to do more walks within the peaks!

  Reviewed by Simon5.0★May 2021

• "The property owners went to great lengths to ensure that we were safe and also welcome."

  The COVID measures were excellent, and we were very pleasantly surprised by the welcome pack. The property was exactly as described. Everything worked. I was worried by the proximity of the railway line, but I can absolutely confirm that there was almost no noise disturbance. Dronfield itself has excellent facilities, and is on the edge of some very fine countryside.

  Reviewed by Timothy4.1★May 2021

• "We put a very positive review of Vale Barn on Trip Advisor."

  Its a beautiful "cottage";despite the proximity to the railway station, it was very tranquil, immaculate, the best equipped cottage we have ever stayed in and extremely comfortable. It accomodated 6 easily but when there were 2 of us, we didn't feel as though we were rattling around. As the owners point out, the path from the parking is steep but do-able unless someone is significantly disabled. Its within easy walking distance of the centre of Dronfield, pubs, shops etc and we were pleasantly surprised at the old historical part. Well worth staying in and the hosts were very helpful,

  Reviewed by Helen5.0★Oct 2020

• "The barn is lovely and well positioned to travel around Derbyshire."

  The hosts were very responsive if we had any questions.

  Reviewed by Corinne4.7★Jul 2020

• "Vale Barn is an excellent choice for 4 people."

  It is very comfortable and well appointed and professionally managed. Whilst we used it as a base to be near our children for Christmas, it is also so well placed for the lovely pubs and shops in the old village and on the doorstep of the Peak District and excellent country walks. I enjoyed cooking Christmas Dinner in the very well appointed kitchen and we were very cosy and comfortable in the Barn. It is tastefully decorated and a warm and relaxing place to be in. We also felt that if we had a problem, which we didn't, it would be sorted quickly. I really enjoyed cooking Christmas Dinner for our family in the very well appointed kitchen. The layout of the Barn is very well designed with a useful utility and downstairs cloakroom, a great en-suite to the main bedroom and a large main bathroom. Excellent heating system and always hot water. A great property in a good location, we were not disturbed by the train line and felt very relaxed and peaceful throughout the week.

  Reviewed by Nicholas5.0★Dec 2019

• "Vale barn is a great place to stay with great hosts."

  10 out of 10

  Reviewed by Michael5.0★Nov 2019

• "A fantastic sizeable cottage right in the center of Dronfield."

  Super clean with every amenity you would need. The host even left handmade flapjack which was absolutely delicious and enough basics to start the week relaxed and not rush straight to the supermarket. I highly recommend this place. Book it if you have a chance.

  Reviewed by Tim5.0★Oct 2019

• "I have been to many Sykes cottages but Vale Barn was at the top of my list for cleanliness and presentation, on arrival there was home made cake , jam and other goodies."

  David and Lucy the owners should be very proud of their property. The cottage is in a lovely conservation area close to shops and restaurants. I would highly recommend this cottage if you are visiting this area.

  Reviewed by Caroline5.0★Aug 2019

• "Vale Barn was extremely well appointed and Lucy and David could not have been more helpful."

  Stunning walking only a short drive away.

  Reviewed by David4.4★Jul 2019

• "Owners of the property were very friendly and welcoming."

  It was a bonus to have home made flap jack and other foods stuffs left for us. We enjoyed playing the piano and appreciated the location which was excellent for catching the train - 3 minutes walk from the station. Thank you. Winifred.

  Reviewed by Winifred5.0★Jun 2019

• "A very high standard property ideally located to explore the local area."

  Hosts were perfect, met us on arrival, explained where everything was and how it worked and then left us to enjoy our holiday. Excellent-thank you.

  Reviewed by Marc5.0★Jun 2019

• "The barn was a perfect base."

  We were able to leave the car when travelling to Sheffield and Chesterfield as access to the station was so handy. When we did venture out by car there was plenty to explore, including Hardwick Hall, a magnificent Tudor house and a working water mill. Dronfield is a lively village and our hosts were helpful and welcoming. In all we had a great week.

  Reviewed by Lesley5.0★Mar 2019

• "We chose Vale Barn as our base for a family Christmas on the outskirts of Sheffield."

  We needed somewhere that could accommodate a number of elderly (80+) relatives for the Christmas period including a home made Christmas lunch. Vale Barn proved to be an excellent choice. It was well equipped, spotlessly clean, easy to keep warm and the layout was ideal for our less mobile relatives. The owners, David and Lucy, were very friendly and had decorated the barn for Christmas, a really nice touch. We would not hesitate to return to Vale Barn for future breaks.

  Reviewed by Andrew5.0★Dec 2018

• "This is the second time I have stayed at Vale Barn and absolutely love it."

  The barn is beautiful, laid out with such care and attention to detail it has everything you could want. The home made flapjack on arrival go down a treat as well! It's in a brilliant location perfect for a stroll to the brilliant pubs in Dronfield, going out to the peak district or a day out in Chesterfield or Sheffield. Hired the Barn this time for a weekend away with Friends and as one of them comment 'it doesn't feel like a holiday let, it feels like home'

  Reviewed by Fiona5.0★Nov 2018

• "Vale Barn is, without a doubt, the cleanest of properties that we have visited."

  It has a well equipped kitchen with the oven and auto washer in excellent condition. Parking can be tricky for a larger vehicle. Acess to the barn is down a steep, but well constructed, path. Our disappointment was that many of the places we wanted to visit, usually old industrial sites, were only open on weekends. Having said that, there are still many places to visit and enjoy.

  Reviewed by Linda5.0★Sep 2018

• "Vale Barn was absolutely perfect."

  The home was very spacious, very clean and had everything that we needed. We loved it so much that we didn't want to leave. You could easily walk to the pub and shops in Dronfield and was also close to the train station and a short drive to Sheffield city center. The kitchen was very well appointed and had all the things we needed for cooking. Lucy was very easy to communicate with and very helpful. This was probably the best home I've rented in all my years of travel. We highly recommend Vale Barn and will stay there again next time we're in the area.

  Reviewed by Catherine5.0★Sep 2018

• "The barn was fantastic, in a very good location as near to Dronfield town centre, railway station and buses that go into Sheffield and Chesterfield."

  David and Lucy were very helpful and made me feel relaxed. I would certainly like to return to Vale Lodge for another lovely holiday.

  Reviewed by Janice5.0★Jun 2018

• "Just returned from a lovely week in Vale Barn."

  Great accommodation with everything you could need. Ideally situated to explore the Peak District. We enjoyed a walk to Mam Tor / Castleton, Alton Towers & a bike ride round Ladybower Reservoir. The Blue Stoops pub is a short walk from the Barn and offers great food. Chesterfield is a short drive away & has many shop & resturants in the retail parks. If looking for a full days shopping we thought Meadowhall in Sheffield was great, roughly 20 minutes away. Hope to return soon.

  Reviewed by Rachael5.0★Mar 2018

• "David and Lucy are wonderful hosts, it's a great location with so many things to do around and about."

  We had another great time (coming back after a holiday earlier in the year) and would definitely come back.

  Reviewed by Jonathan5.0★Nov 2017

• "The accommodation was lovely and the owners were friendly."

  Lovely welcome package. Local amenities were good. Noise from the trains was minimal.

  Reviewed by Helen5.0★Sep 2017

• "Vale Barn is a lovely place to stay, in a very good location and the owners were very friendly and helpful."

  There was a great "welcome pack" on arrival.

  Reviewed by David5.0★Sep 2017

• "Vale Barn is how all holiday cottages should be presented."

  A warm welcome from the charming hosts but then left to enjoy the property. They are nearby but secluded should you need anything. The barn conversion was absolutely spotless both inside and out. Even the surrounding paths are pressure washed between bookings! The Chesterfield - Sheffield railway runs close by but hidden. This really did not interfere with our enjoyment at all. Comfortable beds, beautiful bathrooms, private position although within walking distance of all the many aminities Dronfield has to offer. If I had to suggest something, a strong light to read by in the lounge would have helped but that may say more about my aging eyesight than the lighting provided! One night we took advantage of Lucy's offer to cook. We strongly recommend this. Her food was delicious, piping hot and plentiful. We may well return!

  Reviewed by Ian5.0★Jul 2017

• "The owners are absolutely lovely and the accomodation extremely comfortable."

  The hospitality was fantastic and we felt incredibly welcome.

  Reviewed by William5.0★Mar 2017

• "Hello, I and my family visited our son for three days in Dronfield and we are coming from Germany."

  We had a wonderful time in the barn. The owner were very friendly and hospitable. We thanks them for it all. Greetings from the Zebisch family

  Reviewed by Reiner5.0★Mar 2017

• "The hosts were extremely kind and helpful during our week's stay."

  The accommodation was wonderful - really spacious, beautifully finished, and with generous little welcome gifts when we arrived. We could not recommend this highly enough and hope to come back again!

  Reviewed by Jonathan5.0★Feb 2017

• "The weather was really kind to us and the Barn had everything we needed and more."

  Dronfield itself also has all the essentials and is perfect as a base to visit Derbyshire and the Peak District etc. We would just like to add a massive thank you to the owners Lucy and David for their friendliness and their considerable help when we had the puncture problem with our car.

  Reviewed by Anthony4.8★Sep 2016

• "An ideal base for Derbyshire, Yorksire and Nottinghamshire."

  Local train station was ideal for leisurely travel. A gorgeous property very spacious and secluded.

  Reviewed by Kevin5.0★Aug 2016

• "Vale Barn was very comfortable and spacious, yet cosy."

  The accommodation was very clean, neat and well presented. The owners were very friendly and approachable. We enjoyed a lovely week there and managed to find plenty to do within a reasonable distance. Bakewell and Buxton were lovely towns to visit and we loved cycling the Monsal Trail, a former Railway line near Bakewell. We travelled further afield to Alton Towers, and we also went to Barnsley to the Metrodome leisure complex where we swam and bowled as a family. It worked well for our family of five but can sleep six. I would recommend this property.

  Reviewed by Kellie5.0★Aug 2016

• "Very spacious and tastefully decorated creating a relaxed holiday feel."

  Reviewed by Stephen5.0★Aug 2016

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