Fire Brigade Barn

87 Customer Reviews

• "Dripping tap in kitchen needs washer Sealant around bath needs renewing"

  Reviewed by Ian4.7★Sep 2024

• "Fire Brigade Barn was the perfect place for our wedding anniversary."

  It was spotlessly clean and had everything we needed for our stay. Handy for Tissington Hall and the tea rooms which are just around the corner, and Tissington Trail is just a few minutes walk. Dovedale is only a short drive away. Would we stay here again? Definitely!

  Reviewed by Jeremy5.0★Aug 2024

• "The property was lovely and in a picturesque location."

  It was very peaceful and tranquil there. The property was very comfortable and clean. We could take our dog. The facilities were excellent. Perhaps a grip handle in the bathroom for older people to use - would be helpful.

  Reviewed by David5.0★Jul 2024

• "Fantastic location in Tissington village- with Dove Dale three miles away and Tissington trail on your door step- The property was very clean and cosy, with the kitchen being well equipped."

  I found the bed very comfortable and sleep well. The bathroom was very spacious, with a roll top bath and shower over head. If you have poor mobility, this property is not for you. Having a shower is a bit of a faff with the shower curtain. The mixer tap for the shower was slightly leaking as well as the kitchen tap. I think instructions on recycling would be a good addition and a visitor book, for guests to write in, which will give new guests a guide to the surrounding area. I would definitely recommend the Fire Brigade Barn and hopefully we will be back at some point. Thanks.

  Reviewed by Philip5.0★Jul 2024

• "Property showing signs of age."

  Taps dripping and Front Door difficult to close. Location is ideal from our perspective and we would stay again next time we are in the area.

  Reviewed by Simon4.7★Jul 2024

• "Beautiful village location, picture perfect."

  Barn itself had everything we needed for a self catering break and was a charming place to stay, hopefully we’ll be back again soon

  Reviewed by Samantha4.7★Jul 2024

• "Lovely cottage and location with some lovely walks on your doorstep, would definitely revisit"

  Reviewed by Jackie5.0★Jun 2024

• "A lovely property in a great location but needs a little TLC, ie: dripping ..."

  A lovely property in a great location but needs a little TLC, ie: dripping kitchen tap, wonky cupboard doors, loose bathroom tap

  Reviewed by Glen3.4★May 2024

• "Wonderful property and very well maintained."

  Perhaps a slip resistant mat for the bath but otherwise the property is lovely

  Reviewed by Susan5.0★May 2024

• "Some large cobwebs , outside light not working, do not enjoy shower curtains ..."

  Some large cobwebs , outside light not working, do not enjoy shower curtains (although bath with shower head good, on the hole Lovely

  Reviewed by Ian3.8★Apr 2024

• "What a lovely place to stay."

  Perfect for walking your dog across amazing countryside. So many walks and a cosy please to come back to. Very well equipped and the fire brigade barn has a very peaceful vib.

  Reviewed by Stephen4.7★Jan 2024

• "Didn’t live up to 5 star reviews."

  Having paid around £400 for a 2 night stay, we were disappointed and felt ripped off. The kitchen lacked a frying pan, the table was the wrong design for the space, the tap constantly dripped. All easy fixes but we felt the property isn’t being maintained to a high standard. The shower curtain didn’t fit around the bath and was filthy/mouldy. The bedding was thin and cheap. The outside of the property in need of painting.

  Reviewed by Alison3.1★Jul 2023

• "I’ve just come back from a 5 night stay at fire brigade barn."

  It’s such a gorgeous little place to stay, I didn’t want to leave!! The place was spotless on arrival and the bed is comfy. Tissington itself is beautiful, peaceful and relaxing. My only slight moan….. it would be helpful to have some information left regarding where the bins are etc and maybe some info about the area. I had a great stay and my pooch also loved it ;)

  Reviewed by Hannah4.7★Jul 2023

• "Great stay, and a good location."

  Reviewed by Alan5.0★May 2023

• "Our stay at Fire Brigade Barn was relaxing and enjoyable."

  We might have been the first in 2023 and the boiler did not work and the sink was blocked, but Chey, the owner, supplied electric heaters and got the boiler fixed the next day. He made a great effort to make us comfortable. I thoroughly recommend the property to anyone looking for a quiet repose and as a base to visit the Peaks.

  Reviewed by Peter5.0★Jan 2023

• "Lovely place, would recommend."

  Ideal village setting and helpful hosts.

  Reviewed by Ben5.0★Dec 2022

• "Idyllic place to stay."

  Loved the cottage, very cosy and the shower was a dream after a long walk. Brilliant walks, and the Tissington trail is only 200 yds away, as Is Tissington Hall. Very tranquil village and easy access to other places in the peaks. Will be back next year and hope to go around the hall next time

  Reviewed by Michael5.0★Oct 2022

• "Parking was a slight issue."

  We were told to park in Kindegarten car park but the Headmistress was not best pleased. An alternative would be appreciated. The setting, the ambiance and the comfort was second to none. We would definitely rebook.

  Reviewed by Elizabeth5.0★Sep 2022

• "The owner is truly amazing, the only issue we had was due to an allergy the owner didn't know about and it got sorted it by text within a few hours."

  He didn't have to but he fixed it anyway. The cottage is beautiful, amazing views and good company while sitting outside. Manual for cooker etc found in kitchen drawer, easy find. When an owner goes to this extent its amazing so, we will see you next year as we are booking again soon. Thank you for an amazing holiday in this little piece of Peaks heaven.

  Reviewed by Andrew5.0★Sep 2022

• "The property was good and overlooked the duck pond which was very picturesque."

  A few comments that may help future guests - - There was no welcome/information folder. This meant there were - - No instructions on using the oven/grill - No instructions for the TV - No information on household rubbish and recycling plus no rubbish collection day Unfortunately the propane gas cylinder had run out so no hot water on Thursday evening and Friday morning. However, the stay was very enjoyable and my comments are intended to make other guest's stays even more enjoyable.

  Reviewed by John4.4★Aug 2022

• "We loved our short stay at The fire brigade barn."

  The only reason it’s not a five star rating across the board is because of the head board on the bed. The design does not allow you to sit in bed and have a morning cuppa or read a book. It is the most uncomfortable design we have ever experienced. Otherwise, everything was perfect.

  Reviewed by Stephanie4.7★Aug 2022

• "Could have done with more cupboard space in the kitchen for food storage."

  Reviewed by Gwyneth4.7★Jul 2022

• "We really enjoyed our stay at the Fire Brigade Barn."

  Probably the nicest little cottage we have stayed in. Loved the duck pond in front, provided us with hours of entertainment. Fabulous village. Our only problem was the lack of outside space for our elderly little dog. But this did not spoil our holiday at all.

  Reviewed by Barry5.0★Jun 2022

• "This is a comfortable, clean and well equipped cottage in a pretty location."

  Tissington Hall is however a wedding venue and loud disco music was played on the Friday and Saturday evening until after 11.30 pm. While it might not bother some people, there was no information about start and finish times, and had we known we would not have stayed here. As numerous reviews have pointed out there is no information about what to do with rubbish or recycling (the very nice neighbours helped out) and a small welcome pack of milk etc would be very welcome given the distance to the nearest supermarket.

  Reviewed by Emma3.4★Jun 2022

• "We enjoyed our slice of country life."

  Loved the cottage and the location, with the added bonus of seeing the villagers coming together to set up well dressings.

  Reviewed by James5.0★May 2022

• "Fantastic location and outlook - loved it."

  No instructions for central heating. I found the controls and eventually got some nice heat and hot water. A few basic kitchen cleaning aids would be nice- sponge, dishcloth etc Kitchen utensils a bit short - e.g. fish slice Parking instructions would help - a bit awkward.

  Reviewed by Ian4.1★Mar 2022

• "The cottage is well equipped to a very high standard and is warm and cosy."

  The location is idyllic, looking over the duck pond in the lovely village of Tissington. Our only concern was that there was no secure outside space in which to let our little dog roam, but this was our fault for failing to study the property description. We would heartily recommend this property to prospective clients.

  Reviewed by John4.7★Mar 2022

• "Fire Brigade Barn was the perfect was the prefect place to explore the stunning Peak District."

  A beautifully presented barn with everything you'll need for a holiday exploring the surrounding countryside. You can walk straight out the door and join the Tissignton Trail or out of the village and chose anyone of the many public footpaths up and over the hills. And that bath to enjoy after a long day's walking! We had snow, wind, rain.... but still an amazing outdoorsy holiday with a lovely property to relax and warm up in afterwards.

  Reviewed by Helen5.0★Feb 2022

• "Lovely and comfortable but could do with a new frying pan"

  Reviewed by Bonita4.7★Feb 2022

• "Very nice cottage and village."

  Cottage very clean and nice fittings throughout. A pint if milk in the fridge would have been a nice start but we managed to scrounge some of our very pleasant neighbour!

  Reviewed by Iain4.7★Dec 2021

• "Spent a lovely week in Tissington."

  Fire Brigade Barn was a lovely bolt hole and the owner could not have been more helpful. There was no dripping tap and noisy clock. The lounge area is very dark if you wish to read, but apart from that we could not fault it. A lovely sized property for two people.

  Reviewed by Joanne5.0★Dec 2021

• "The dripping tap in the kitchen needs sorting and the ticking clock also in the kitchen sounds so loud in the night and there’s also a ticking device plugged in the bedroom, please sort these out so you can get to sleep."

  The village is beautiful but the lack of sleep made for a tiring weekend not a restful one. Also some information about the village and surrounding area would be good.

  Reviewed by Tracey3.8★Nov 2021

• "The property is in a stunning location and is finished to a good standard with a wonderful bathroom and extremely comfy bed, the only disappointing thing is the dripping tap in the kitchen which is really annoying after a while."

  I was hoping after the previous feedback from the last couple of clients that have reported this it would have been fixed. We will book this property again as in such a great location.

  Reviewed by Tracy5.0★Nov 2021

• "Nice property great location a couple of small issues, sofa bed is not great old mattress and quite dirty under there not sure why when you can't check in till 5pm and have to be out by 9am surely enough time to clean under bed also dripping tap which doesn't sound much but kept me awake ."

  Reviewed by Nathan3.1★Oct 2021

• "The cottage has been decorated and fitted out well, it is set in a beautiful village and the duck pond out the front is an extra bonus."

  The tap in the kitchen drips constantly and can be heard throughout the cottage, rather irritating and a huge waste of water. The bedroom is well fitted out however perhaps have some firmer pillows and an extra blanket in the cupboard for chilly nights. The bathroom has a great bath, just what you need after a long walk or bike ride. Enjoyed our stay, a guest/ information book would have been useful as no information about how to leave the cottage, where to empty the bins etc. We enjoyed our stay, would recommend it. Tissington is a truly chocolate box village.

  Reviewed by Madeleine4.1★Oct 2021

• "Not much information about the surrounding area for people who are new to the Peak District."

  Plus property should have a first aid kit available.

  Reviewed by Diane5.0★Sep 2021

• "An amazing place to stay , so relaxing we loved it."

  Reviewed by Linda5.0★Sep 2021

• "The cottage is located in the beautiful village of Tissington opposite the village duck pond."

  It was an idyllic setting. The village is perfect, so well maintained. We loved the cottage which was cosy and romantic for our anniversary break. It is a 5 minute walk to the Tissington trail so was ideal for walking our dog. It was an excellent base to visit many other beautiful areas of the Peak District.

  Reviewed by Pat5.0★Aug 2021

• "Had a lovely stay at the Fire Brigade - be mindful that it is sparse if you forget anything!"

  We arrived on a Sunday and no local shops (our own fault really, but be prepared!) Very comfortable place to stay and the bath was incredible, we had a power cut during our stay but the locals were lovely in ensuring we were okay. Would stay again

  Reviewed by Jo4.1★Jul 2021

• "The setting was fabulous and the barn was lovely."

  We felt that it would have been improved if there had been more information re the surrounding area and also a small welcome pack eg milk. Tissington is beautiful and we would return.

  Reviewed by Neil5.0★Jun 2021

• "The towels need replacing they smell a bit of damp , rather dishwasher was ..."

  The towels need replacing they smell a bit of damp , rather dishwasher was dirty inside it had food remnants inside , and some sort of information leaflet/book to tell you about bins / recycling etc would be good

  Reviewed by Richard4.7★Jun 2021

• "Details on website need updating, there isn’t a pub 15 minutes walk away now, it has closed down."

  Reviewed by Mike4.7★Jun 2021

• "Absolutely lovely spot to stop for a weekend."

  We only live half an hour away but coming here it feels like a different world. Nice to be woken up by the ducks instead of an alarm clock! Great for walks and just ‘getting away from it all’. Would definitely stop again.

  Reviewed by Mark5.0★Oct 2020

• "Gorgeous cottage in a beautiful location right opposite the duck pond."

  Large comfy sofa and bed and beautiful roll top bath. Can’t fault it and would love to come back!

  Reviewed by Charlotte5.0★Oct 2020

• "Lovely location for walking, with good views of the pond."

  Parking is right outside the cottage which is handy. Great butchers and plant nursery in the village, both worth a visit. Unfortunately cottage was a bit damp and slightly musty in all the rooms and there was no hoover.

  Reviewed by Becky2.5★Sep 2020

• "The cottage was very comfortable, and its location was perfect - Tissington is a delightful village and the Christmas event at the Hall was an added bonus!"

  Reviewed by Hazel5.0★Nov 2019

• "Our first holiday in the Peak District and we could not have chosen a better property."

  Stylish, immaculately clean and with lovely touches to make us feel very welcome. The location is just perfect, with short or longer walks from the door, and Ilam and it’s amazing surrounds an easy few minutes drive away. We also were able to park directly outside throughout our stay. Highly recommend this property.

  Reviewed by Karen5.0★Oct 2019

• "Fire Brigade Barn was perfect for us and our dog, well equipped and comfortable."

  The Tissington trail is a short walk away from the property and the village is great for a short stroll. We would recommend the local tearoom for lunch and the butchers has delicious local sausages and bacon. We hope to return for a longer stay.

  Reviewed by G and C4.7★Sep 2019

• "Lovely location and very comfortable cottage."

  No instructions ref bins and recycling, but a very small gripe. A superb holiday.

  Reviewed by Richard3.8★Sep 2019

• "Fire Brigade barn was as we expected, everything was as advertised & we enjoyed our stay."

  Proved to be a good base for visiting other places in the area.

  Reviewed by Roy5.0★Aug 2019

• "This was a surprise for my wife's birthday."

  We arrived on a dull very windy Saturday the cottage was very clean with everything you need for a holiday. The village of Tissington is charming, it has lovely tea shop and superb little old fashioned sweet shop. One small criticism there is no cupboard space to store food. Other wise brilliant.

  Reviewed by Roger4.7★Aug 2019

• "Lovely cottage in a nice village the only down side is there is no outside area to sit in."

  Reviewed by Diane4.4★Aug 2019

• "Would have appreciated a couple of kitchen serving spoons, one of them drainage as the wooden ones were inadequate for cooking and serving."

  A reading lamp in the living room would have been helpful as the room is a bit dark for reading. A lovely spot for a break and we would certainly recommend it, the location delightful. Thank you for the wine and lovely biscuits.

  Reviewed by James5.0★Jun 2019

• "Fire Brigade Barn was absolutely beautiful as was Tissington Village."

  We were lucky to have great weather and spent a very enjoyable and relaxing week walking our dog Jeff, visiting local attractions and eating and drinking at the lovely local pubs. It was a perfect week.

  Reviewed by Kay5.0★May 2019

• "Beautiful little cottage in a lovey village, ideal for couples."

  The cottage was in an ideal position for us as we wanted to cycle both the Tissington and High Peak Trails. It was lovely to arrive to find milk, tea , coffee etc waiting for us along with a bottle of wine and biscuits. We had to contact the owner during our stay , they responded promptly and were very helpful. I would have liked there to be a ‘guest’ book in the property and was very disappointed that there were no instructions about recycling waste but these are minor points.

  Reviewed by Alison5.0★May 2019

• "Stayed there a number of times now."

  It is a lovely property with a stunning location. Will continue to visit.

  Reviewed by Philip4.7★Apr 2019

• "The accomodation was delightful, immaculately clean and very well planned."

  Tissington is a beautiful village set in acres of private parkland. The village pond directly opposite the barn was so lovely to watch as there was a brood of 15 ducklings just hatched and their antics were amazing.Lambs at the farm opposite too. There is a very good butchers shop up the lane. Weather was fantastic as well. I would thoroughly recommend this property.

  Reviewed by Paula5.0★Apr 2019

• "A real little gem to stay in and set in stunning surroundings."

  Easy access to the Tissington Trail. Lovely tea room and great pubs close by. The George at Alstonefield was an amazing recommended find......but you would possibly have to book before your actual stay as it is very popular. Great home cooked family food at the Okeover pub in Mapleton also at the Old Dog at Thorpe,

  Reviewed by Penny5.0★Apr 2019

• "Fire Brigade Barn is a gem, comfortable and well appointed and the view over the duck pond in this beautiful village is the icing on the cake."

  We had an excellent short break and will be back. One tiny issue, watch for the step just inside the front door.

  Reviewed by Joanna5.0★Mar 2019

• "Loved the cottage, the only downside is it doesn’t have an enclosed garden for the dog, however that was advertised so knew that before we went."

  Thank you for a lovely stay.

  Reviewed by Elysia5.0★Mar 2019

• "Fire Brigade Barn interior is done to a high standard, although a private Garden would have topped it off but the duck pond and surrounding village is gorgeous!"

  The two days the sun was shining we would have a glass of wine or cup of tea sat on bench by duck pond. The Ducks where very entertaining and as It was during term time the area was very quiet and minimal traffic or parking issues. After peeping at other cottages in the village and exploring surrounding areas in the peak district we definatly felt Tissington was the prettiest village/town and the Barn was just perfect for 2 people and a 5month old cockapoo. Ashbourne being a short drive of around 6mins which is closest and most substantial town, we highly recommend the George and Dragon Pub for Food and a Drink (also dog friendly) there are also many other pubs and restaurants. If there was a pub in Tissington Village itself it would have perfected the stay for me. A must visit is Dovedale and the stepping stones which is a 10min drive, absolutely gorgeous walk! We got there early morning around 10am so we didn't see a soul (which is good for photo oppurtunitys) but by 11 and lunchtime it was becoming very busy! If we are to return to Peak District in the future, we will defiantly consider returning to Fire Brigade Barn.

  Reviewed by Che5.0★Feb 2019

• "What a beautiful village and a lovely setting, listening to the ducks when you wake in the morning, amazing."

  Would have liked somewhere to sit have a cuppa in the morning sun, but purely personal. The lady that lived next door was a joy to talk to and we enjoyed every moment we were love. See you soon:) Thank you.

  Reviewed by Robert4.4★Feb 2019

• "Really enjoyed our stay at The Firebrigade cottage."

  A very well equipped cottage that has been tastefully renovated. Very clean and lovely fresh towels and bedding, loved the little touches such as fresh flowers, biscuits and wine on our arrival. Plenty do to right from the door - cycle trails, walks, tea rooms and Tissington Hall, wonderful!

  Reviewed by Amanda5.0★Nov 2018

• "Just had a fantastic 4 nights stay in Fire Bridage Barn."

  Spotlessly clean and very comfortable. Would definitely recommend for a relaxing break.

  Reviewed by Duncan5.0★Oct 2018

• "An excellent place to stay."

  However the oven could have been cleaner and dead light bulbs replaced.

  Reviewed by Robert4.4★Aug 2018

• "Fire brigade barn is a lovely little for cottage."

  It is in a beautiful location. Everything was great and even the bed was super comfy. The Wi-Fi could be a little slow but that's what you expect being in the countryside. In fact it meant I read more! The cottage has all that you need although a few more kitchen utensils would have been handy as I like to cook and a little more info on bin day and local amenities. You must visit the sweet shop and bits and bobs shop in Tissington. Lots to do near the cottage and a great cycle ride from ashbourne. We would def come back to Fire brigade barn for sure.

  Reviewed by Sandra5.0★Aug 2018

• "Beautiful cottage in an idyllic location."

  Loved waking up to ducks quacking on the pond opposite the cottage. Comfortable furniture both upstairs and downstairs.

  Reviewed by Marian5.0★Jun 2018

• "Fire Brigade Barn is a beautiful little building in the heart of the Tissington estate."

  It has been converted into really comfortable accommodation. The facilities are excellent. The downstairs living area is quite spacious and the kitchen well equipped.The bed is very comfortable and the bathroom is large with a great bath and shower.The setting which is facing the duck pond in the village is wonderful. The Tissington trail is easily accessible from the Barn. This is an ideal place for visiting many of the lovely villages and towns in Derbyshire and Staffordshire. I would definitely recommend this property.

  Reviewed by Janice5.0★May 2018

• "Fabulous location and spacious accommodation."

  Very comfortable sofa and bed. Cannot fault this quiet and beautiful barn.

  Reviewed by Elizabeth5.0★May 2018

• "We loved our stay at Fire Brigade Barn."

  It was cosy, clean and well equiped. Its position overlooking the village duckpond was enchanting, as was the village of Tissington. Walking from here was possible in any direction. Would return tomorrow.

  Reviewed by Lyn4.4★Mar 2018

• "Fabulous weekend break what a gorgeous cottage that has everything you need."

  Tissington is a beautiful village with lots of walks and so close to tissington trail we had a lovely walk to ashbourne in the snow. Would highly recommend and hope to come back soon

  Reviewed by Lynne5.0★Mar 2018

• "Chay the owner was very helpful during our stay during some heavy snowfall."

  The cottage was great and in a picturesque location. Highly recommended.

  Reviewed by Peter4.7★Feb 2018

• "My husband and I and our little dog stayed at this property it was lovely, comfortable and clean."

  Its situated in the most beautiful village of Tissington. There was a quality butchers where we got lots of meat, a lovely toffee shop and a lovely cafe it was idyllic. We went for a trip to Ashbourne a few miles away, a lovely town. Lots of nice pubs and restaurants in the area too. Highly recommended we will be staying there again.

  Reviewed by Angela5.0★Feb 2018

• "This is an excellent property, clean, extremely well equipped & in a beautiful setting."

  All boxes are ticked. We will definitely return as soon as we can.

  Reviewed by Kerry5.0★Dec 2017

• "A perfect place for a relaxing break, everything we needed to hand and the comfiest bed we have ever slept in on holiday."

  Reviewed by Sue5.0★Nov 2017

• "Lovely cottage in a fantastic location."

  Great for walkers, cyclists or anybody who loves the countryside. View over the duck pond is great for bird watchers. Just needs a teapot and a few more mugs to make it perfect.

  Reviewed by Colin4.8★Oct 2017

• "A perfect location, in a beautiful village, for a walking holiday with many routes available from the door!"

  Cottage was lovely and cosy and we really appreciated the little touches (fresh flowers, wine and bottle of milk) left for us.

  Reviewed by Jane4.8★Oct 2017

• "We loved our visit to the Fire Brigade Barn and Tissington."

  The cottage is extremely comfortable and well equipped. We had everything we needed. The village is really quaint and there are so many lovely walks right from the doorstep.

  Reviewed by Margaret P5.0★Oct 2017

• "A modern, well-furnished and comfortable cottage in a great location."

  Reviewed by Jane4.6★Sep 2017

• "Super place loved it"

  Reviewed by Louise5.0★Jun 2017

• "Beautifully presented cottage in a fabulous location but you do have to love ducks to stay there"

  Reviewed by Peter5.0★Apr 2017

• "Lovely cottage in a great location."

  Reviewed by Richard5.0★Feb 2017

• "The cottage was beautifully decorated and very well equipped."

  The location is perfect, we would definitely stay again!

  Reviewed by Grace5.0★Nov 2016

• "The barn was absolutely perfect - beautiful in every way."

  We had a wonderful week and I immediately looked to rebook for Feb half term (I am a teacher) Sadly the barn was booked already so I looked at May half term and was shocked that it would cost £800 - this does seem a little excessive.

  Reviewed by Helen4.8★Oct 2016

• "As it was our 30th wedding anniversary we wanted somewhere special to stay and this certainly hit the spot!"

  Beautifully decorated and presented this barn is a wonderful retreat in a lovely village. A great place to explore the Peak District. I highly recommend it and would love to stay there again.

  Reviewed by Joanne5.0★Sep 2016

• "Could not fault anything,just one thing, we weren't there long enough."

  5.0★Sep 2016

• "A very relaxing weekend a very clean cottage lovely location would like to stay again and recommend to anyone"

  Reviewed by Martin5.0★Aug 2016

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