Guests say
Guests have had a delightful experience at Cuckoo, praising its cosy atmosphere, welcoming touches such as a tray with tea and sweets, and the added luxury of a swimming pool and games room. The location is ideal, with the town of Bakewell nearby, and the property is well-equipped for a comfortable stay. While there are some maintenance issues noted, the overall sentiment is positive with guests looking forward to returning.
There are no specific comments regarding the cleanliness of the property, so it is not possible to provide a score in this category.
The location is frequently described as perfect, with close proximity to the town yet far enough for tranquillity. However, some guests experienced difficulty finding the property due to unclear directions, slightly impacting the score.
Guests found the beds comfortable and the cottage homely, contributing to a restful stay. However, there were minor comments about maintenance issues that could affect comfort, such as a broken sofa cushion zip.
The swimming pool and games room are highlights, though some guests suggest they could benefit from renovation. Maintenance issues like loose fittings and boiler problems were mentioned, indicating room for improvement.
The welcome tray with tea, biscuits, and sweets for children was appreciated, showing thoughtfulness. However, it should be noted that such gifts are a kind gesture and may not be guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Bakewell 3.7 miles. Tucked away at the heart of the Peak District National Park in Over Haddon near Bakewell, is this quirky three-bedroom cottage, Cuckoo. Brimming with characterful features such as original beams and benefitting from on-site facilities, private parking and pet-friendly living, Cuckoo welcomes up to five guests to bask in a peaceful retreat to Derbyshire. After a long day of exploring your surroundings, kick back and relax in the open-plan living space in front of a roaring woodburning stove as the allocated chef rustles up a tasty feast for the whole family. Settle down at the dining table ready to tuck in as the wine is poured, or alternatively make use of a quaint outdoor setting with private tables and chairs set within a communal courtyard to savour an alfresco affair. When the stars appear, retreat to a spacious bathroom to indulge a long soak in the tub or freshen up with a revitalising shower before completing your all-important skincare routine and retiring to either a charming super-king-size, double or twin bedroom. Escape to Derbyshire with a tranquil stay at Cuckoo. Note: This property can be booked with Refs. 1130152, 1130153, 1130154, 1128316, 1128315, 1129196, 1129195, 1128312, 1128310 together sleeping 51 guests.
A quaint little market town with a charming rural feel that offers a nice assortment of stores, eateries, and bars in addition to regional farmers markets. The town's historic market hall dates back to the 17th century, and a contemporary recreation facility with a pool is close by. In the Peak District National Park, Bakewell is conveniently located for visiting this stunning area. Within reasonable driving distance are Britain's top theme park, Alton Towers, as well as the rocky Black Peak and the softer limestone White Peak. The spectacular caverns in neighbouring Castleton and Little John's burial site in Hathersage are both well worth a visit, as are the other stately homes to be visited, including Chatsworth House, Haddon Hall, and Hardwick Hall to name a few. See the spectacular Edwardian Opera House in Buxton, which was created by Frank Matcham, who also created the London Palladium.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size, 1 x double, 1 x single.
Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove.
Shared games room
Central heating.
Electric double oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher.
TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi, pool table, table tennis.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot, highchair and stairgate available on request.
Private parking for 2 cars.
Patio with furniture set within communal courtyard.
Two well-behaved pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 3.5 miles, pub 2.2 miles.
Note: Guests also have access to a shared indoor heated swimming pool, an open field with football nets/badminton, boot room and secure storage in the bike shed.
Note: This property can also accommodate stag and hen dos, as well as weddings.
Note: Towels for swimming pool not provided, guests are encouraged to bring their own.
Logs for the fire can be provided by the owners at an extra cost
Nearby points of interest
- Thor's Cave
- Lumsdale Valley
- Ladybower Reservoir
- Dovedale
- Crich Tramway Village
Reviews (10)
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Charlotte
It was everything I hoped for and everyone enjoyed it. Lovely base to go exploring from and the log fire warmed us up again nicely. Pool and games room could do with a bit of renovation but perfect for kids
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Louise
Also, no lighting outside cottage and it has 2 steps to get into it. Not all cottages have parking right outside either - plenty of parking though The site is great and was very nicely decorated for Autumn/Halloween Ideal site for groups of families to meet up
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Dean
Lovely location. Ample facilities. Close proximity town, but far enough away. Our only criticism is Sykes directions to the property. They give a what three words location to use but that takes you to a camp site. So we then used the postcode and that takes you down a lane with a sign saying it is not the cottages, clearly plenty of people end up there. This is not what you need after a 5hr journey. Thankfully the camp site owner helped us out.