Guests say
East Bank Cottage is a quaint and traditional property in the picturesque village of Winster, appreciated for its peaceful location and proximity to local amenities and walks. Guests have enjoyed the spacious bedrooms, generous bathroom, and the welcome treats. The village's friendly community and scenic surroundings add to the charm of the stay.
Reviews on cleanliness are mixed, with some guests finding the cottage dusty and kitchenware unwashed, while others had no cleanliness issues. The variance in experiences suggests that cleanliness is generally satisfactory but with room for improvement.
The cottage is praised for its great location in a beautiful village with good walks and local amenities. The peaceful and picturesque setting is consistently appreciated, although parking can be challenging.
Guests find the cottage comfortable, mentioning the spacious bedrooms, comfortable beds, and a large bathroom. One guest noted the steep stairs could be challenging for some, but overall, the comfort level is high.
Facilities are generally well-received, with a well-equipped kitchen and a nice garden, though some guests reported maintenance issues like a leaky shower. The presence of outdated food items and a missing fireplace also suggest a need for better upkeep.
The provision of welcome treats, including biscuits and dog treats, indicates thoughtfulness. However, as these gifts may vary and are not guaranteed for every stay, they should be considered a delightful bonus rather than an expectation.
About this property
Perched in the pretty conservation village of Winster, Derbyshire, is this delightful old miner’s cottage, East Bank Cottage. Enjoying a fantastic location within the Peak District National Park and just moments away from the local amenities, East Bank Cottage is a fabulous pet-friendly choice for couples or a family of four. Step into the dining room, where you can look forward to savouring meals around the table for four with your loved ones. Continue through to the well-equipped kitchen, which has all you need to enjoy a memorable self-catered stay, along with an inviting sitting room with plush seating, TV where you can snuggle up in front your favourite film. Head upstairs, where you will find a large bathroom, complete with bath and overhead shower, along with two beautifully decorated bedrooms, a double and a twin, both with an outlook over the village. In the morning, why not enjoy your morning coffee out in the private garden as you plan the days adventures. Explore the local village, where you can stock up on essentials at the convenience store, sample local ales at The Old Bowling Green pub, tour the National Trust site of Winster Market House, treat your loved ones to a meal at the popular 17th-centiry Miners Standard Pub, or embark on a hike along the Winster to Bonsall Path. Next stop is Bakewell, where you can sample the famous Bakewell Pudding, delve into history at the Bakewell Old House Museum, test out your swing at the excellent Bakewell Golf Club, or dine at the Rutland Arms. On the outskirts of the town, history buffs can enjoy the delights of the esteemed Haddon Hall and Chatsworth House. Further afield, you’ll find Matlock, home to the picturesque Hall Leys Park, the Heights of Abraham, and the Peak Rail, along with Matlock Bath, where you can visit Gulliver’s Kingdom, Peak District Mining Museum, and the Matlock Bath Aquarium. All this and more awaits at East Bank Cottage.
Winster is a picturesque conservation community in the White Peak region of the Peak District National Park, anchored by a lovely market house from the 17th century and surrounded by other imposing 17th and 18th century homes, several of which are three stories tall. Well worth your time are the ginnels that connect Main Street, the East Bank, and the West Bank. Winster, England, is well-known for its Morris dancers, pancake race on Shrove Tuesday, June Wakes celebrations, and July Secret Gardens of Winster. A well-stocked, community-owned general shop that doubles as a Post Office may be found in the heart of the hamlet. Both bars serve traditional fare in addition to beer. The Limestone Way passes through the village and connects locals and visitors to neighbouring attractions like Bakewell, Matlock, Chatsworth House, and the Peak Rail Steam Railway. Less than 5 miles away, you'll find the Tissington and High Peaks walking and cycling paths, as well as bike rental shops, making the village a great starting point for exploring the Peak District.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Dining room.
Sitting room
Gas central heating.
Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine.
TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Please note there is no roadside parking or off road parking at the property.
You can park temporary to unload and then parking will be within the local village on the main street or car park at the top of the hill 5 mins drive, close to the pub.
Travel cot and linen supplied.
Rear garden with decking and furniture.
Two well-behaved pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.1 miles.
Note: Property is at the top of a steep hill.
Note: Property has a steep and narrow staircase, therefore not suitable for people with limited mobility.
Please note an additional 3rd bed can be placed in the twin bedroom but request
Nearby points of interest
- Lumsdale Valley
- Thor's Cave
- Crich Tramway Village
- Dovedale
- Kedleston Hall
Reviews (13)
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Zoe
Everything you need for a few days away. As a family of 4 with a dog we really enjoyed our stay. The village of Winster is stunning and so peaceful to just walk round and explore. Tom the owner sent all information through and messaged during the stay to check we were settled. The one thing that was missing, particularly as Autumn approaches is a fire. It's been taken out so drying clothes, even on the maiden was tricky. There are lots of blankets to snuggle up in so it's warm and cosy... just the drying of clothes was tricky. There's ample hot water and the cottage is well stocked with everything you could need ! We loved the cottage and would definitely book again.
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Alex
Surrounded by many nice countryside walks. 15 mins drive to Sainsbury's. The only down side is the garden that you need to get out of the front door, walk up 4 steps and a steep little path. Not ideal with our dogs and don't feel private, but it's simply a personal preference. Would recommend it to anyone who would like a peaceful stay.
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Gemma
The patio and garden are a lovely additional space, but due to the weather we were only able to use it on the day of our arrival. The owner was very responsive for any issues you needed help with, which is always good to know. The village itself is really quaint, and full of older properties, with lots of little lanes to investigate. The abundance of flowers everywhere, it was very pretty indeed. We love this part of Derebyshire and know we will be returning.