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Beech Cottage, centrally situated in the village of Hartington

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Exterior - Beech Cottage on right
Exterior - Beech Cottage on right
Lounge
Cosy log burning stove in lounge
Lounge with cosy log burning stove

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

Explore the area

Map
Hartington, ENG
  • Goyt Valley
    12 min drive
  • Dovedale National Nature Reserve
    12 min drive
  • Ilam Park
    14 min drive
  • Manchester (MAN)
    64 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Beech Cottage, centrally situated in the village of Hartington

Beech Cottage self catering holiday cottage in Hartington, is an ideal base from which to explore the Peak District National Park. The cottage is approximately 200 yards from the local village shops, Post Office and Inns.

The cottage is a 3 storey stone cottage. Convenient for couples and families to book, or for larger groups it can be booked alongside our sister cottage Birch Cottage which is next door.

The cottage has a lawned garden, at the front, with garden furniture and BBQ.
A private off road car parking space is available for one car, with ample additional car parking available on the quiet adjacent road. There is also a lockable storage area for cycles.

The interior of the cottage comprises of Lounge, Kitchen/Diner, Bathroom and three bedrooms.

The bedrooms sleep up to 7 guests in a king size bedroom and a single bedroom on the 1st floor, and a family room with a double and 2 single beds on the 2nd floor. The beds have duvets and are prepared ready for your arrival with cotton bed linen. A bath and hand towel is provided per guest. The bedrooms are furnished with wardrobes, bedside cabinets and storage space in either chest of drawers or shelving, and are fully carpeted. A travel cot with fitted bottom sheet is also available, and safety gates for the stairs can be put in place upon request.

The bathroom is located on the ground floor and is fitted with a bath and overhead shower, WC, basin, shaver point, heated towel rail and underfloor heating.

The lounge is comfortably furnished with leather settees for 7 guests, wooden floor, TV & DVD and coffee tables. A wood burning stove is in the lounge, an initial basket of logs is provided, additional logs can be purchased from ourselves for £5 per basket.

The kitchen/diner is fully equipped with an electric oven and hob, dishwasher, microwave, kettle, toaster. All crockery, cutlery and cooking utensils are provided. The dining table comfortably sits 6 guests, it can sit 7 guests although it is a bit cosy. In addition there is also a high chair available.

The utility room just off from the kitchen has a fridge (3 shelves), freezer (3 drawers), and a washer/dryer.

The cottage is personally supervised by ourselves, and we are close at hand should you need any help or assistance or advice on activities and places to visit in the area.

As “locals”, having lived in Hartington all our lives, we have a wealth of local information. We take pride in our cottages, and our high standard of housekeeping reflects this.

Sorry but we do not accept bookings from hen/stag/house parties. If such bookings are made you will be asked to leave the property with no refund of monies paid.

Maximum number of guests allowed is 7 + baby.

Property manager

Fred & Lesley Birch

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
High chair and travel cot available

Events

No events allowed
No stag/hen/house parties

Pets

No pets allowed
We do not accept pets due to allergy reasons

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking in the cottage
Guests breaching the house rules will be asked to leave immediately.
All damages to be paid for
To strip beds and place dirty linen and towels in laundry bag; empty all bins; leave no food in fridge/freezer/cupboards; leave cottage clean and tidy

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No stag/hen/house parties
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Buxton

Located in Buxton, this cottage is in a rural area and near theme parks. Chatsworth House and Tissington Hall are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Alton Towers and Glass at the Barn. Travelling with kids? Consider Edward and Vintage, or check out an event or a game at Harrison Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Hartington, ENG

What's nearby

  • Dovedale National Nature Reserve - 12 min drive
  • Haddon Hall Manor - 15 min drive
  • Peak District National Park - 16 min drive
  • Chatsworth House - 22 min drive
  • Alton Towers - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Whatstandwell Station - 21 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Farmyard Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sycamore Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The George - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Bulls Head - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Beresford Tea Rooms - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beech Cottage, centrally situated in the village of Hartington pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beech Cottage, centrally situated in the village of Hartington?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beech Cottage, centrally situated in the village of Hartington?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beech Cottage, centrally situated in the village of Hartington located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Dovedale National Nature Reserve, Glass at the Barn and Edward and Vintage. Peak Wildlife Park and Ilam Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mrs Ann C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Staycation!
We decided to holiday in England and had a great experience at this well equipped cottage situated in a delightful village. The owner, Lesley was on hand and very helpful. We could not ask for more!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lynn Usher

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely location and property
Beech cottage is a lovely property in a perfect location for good interesting walks. With 2 pub restaurants, a speciality cheese shop and ice cream parlour a few minutes walk away, what more could you want. I would recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alexander T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beech Cottage Review
Short break during Autumn holiday. Charming cottage in beautiful rural location. Perfect for walking and local attractions. Would definitely recommend and visit again. Thanks to Lesley for checking in on us to make sure everything was ok
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Joan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ideal location
Birch Cottage is in a very good location for exploring and walking in the Peak District. We enjoyed our stay very much. The cottage was very clean and comfortable, though Covid restrictions meant it was not as well equipped as normal.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage in picturesque surroundings
My partner, baby and I had a lovely and very relaxing time in Fred and Lesley's cottage. The wood burner was lit and there was tea and nice biscuits, on our arrival, which was a lovely, welcoming touch. The cottage was very clean and well equipped and catered perfectly for our baby, with high chair and stair gates. The village of Hartington is idyllic and surrounded by beautiful Derbyshire countryside. We went on walks most days, including to nearby village Biggin, to have a pub lunch. We would have no hesitation in recommending Fred and Lesley's cottage and have already done so to family members. Thanks very much for making us feel so welcome!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Leanne F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!
The cottage exceeded all our expectations. Lovely and cosy with a gorgeous modern bathroom. Loved all the personal touches such as the fully stocked tea and coffee cupboard and make up wipes in the bathroom. We had a 2 year old with us and the cottage was equipped with everything we could need including stair gates which alleviated a lot of stress! Will most definitely be staying again, thank you so much.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ralph O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice house at good location
If you like to walk, cycle and have some pubs nearby this house is a good choice.

10/10 Excellent

zoe e.

Excellent hosts, great location, cottage well-equipped and very homely
Welcomed by Lesley and all questions answered about the local area, including some great recommendations, which made our holiday. Cottage was just perfect, very cosy, clean and what we needed for a relaxing break away. Lesley also put in all the extras to accommodate our 18 month old, which made our stay easy. Hartington is just beautiful and the cottage is in a superb location, with the local pub, shops and hundreds of country walks literally on the doorstep. We also made use of the BBQ and garden furniture, which was also a bonus to have when the sun was shining! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Lauren L.

Amazing!
We spent a week in Beech cottage with 4 adults and 3 children under 4. Hartington is the perfect base with two really good pubs, two lovely cafes and two shops all just moments from the cottage. The cottage itself beat all expectations. Big enough for us all but cosy. It was always warm and every need was met. The attention to detail by the owners was unexpected. They obviously care deeply about their guests and their business. We stayed during "the Beast from the East" snow storms and it was minus 13. We were snowed in and the owners sent us weather updates and allowed us to stay longer than we had paid for until it was safe to travel. We spent more time than we had imagined we would in Beech cottage and it wasn't necessarily a bad thing. Whatever the weather, I can't recommend it enough. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jan A.

Hartington is a hamlet, made up of homely cottages like Birch and Beech which are little Gems
Lesley and Fred are the most welcoming of hosts, on hand if you need any help but not in any way obtrusive. Their cottage met all our expectations and then some. Beech Cottage has so much charm and was so clean and warm, with it's central heating and support log fire, very comfortable beds and such an extremely well equipped kitchen that the chef in our party was delighted with all of the range and quality of the available cookware. Lesley used her insider connections to personally arranged a table for us at the 'The Devonshire' for dinner on our fist night, which was fully booked despite being a Sunday evening, we would never have got a table it really was all reserved. Jan and Dave could not have been more hospitable but it was the food that was truly remarkable and we both enjoyed the best lamb shank we have ever tasted which was served to us with winter veg in the most delicious flavorsome sauce. The wine list was good and we chose Dave's best Portuguese red to accompany our meal. The village has every essential you might need to fulfill a holiday dream come true such as a cream tea in the local post office or getting all your daily food stuff in 'the village shop' such as veg n fruit & home made cakes and fresh bread and a deli counter, this bygone hamlet also boasts the best award winning cheese shop, its absolutely awesome, we brought loads home as gifts for friends and family. You can wander around the antique shops or watch the ducks on the village pond after a day walking or driving around some of the best breathtaking country side views that England has to offer, mostly farm land with charming dry-stone walls which I found totally enchanting. Ashbourne and Buxton are charming little towns close to the cottage and have lots to offer in terms of of really good quality shops along with charming little independent shops. Buxton is a spa town and has the most amazing arctitecture I really want to come back here and bring all the family. Our cottage slept 7 and I think Birch cottage which is adjoining next door has a similar capacity we are 10-12 so it should work out well for us to bring all the grand children for a trip to Abraham's Heights and wear them out on the much loved walks around scenic Dovedale.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Oliver H.

Home from Home !
Our family of 6 the eldest being 89yrs old were delighted with our weekend Break in Beech Cottage. Sat Nav detail correct took us right to the Cottage. Lesley was friendly and happy to help when neeeded. First impression was of a beautiful, clean, well maintained cottage. Excellent value for our stay. Every you needed plus some thoughtful extras. Would definitely recommend this Cottage and visit again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kelly E.

Fantastic stay would recommend to anyone!
Great weekend, felt very homely with a lovely welcome by the owners and a nice touch having the open fire on for when we arrived! Couldn't of wished for better, thank you!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Sue R.

Perfect
Beech cottage is set in a beautiful characteristic village within easy reach of nearby amenities. The cottage itself is very well equipped and has everything you need to make your stay as stress free as possible. The owners have thought of everything, from a welcome tray of tea,coffee etc to shower gel and cleaning products. There are instruction manuals for the electrical goods,fire and recycling. There is also a comprehensive guide to the village, nearby amenities and local walks. In my opinion the owners have thought of everything to ensure a relaxing and thoroughly enjoyable experience
Stayed 3 nights in May 2016

About the host

Hosted by Fred & Lesley Birch

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We are Fred and Lesley Birch, and are both local to the area, Fred was born in Hartington and I was a Staffordshire lass. We have both lived here for 40 years, and therefore we have a good knowledge of the local area. We are able to advise you on the best places to visit, to shop, to walk/cycle, to eat and to drink.

Why they chose this property

The cottage is perfectly situated in the beautiful village of Hartington.
Hartington is an ideal place for visiting the Peak District and for sightseeing the area. The nearest towns which are approximately 10 miles away are Ashbourne, Buxton, Matlock, Bakewell and Leek. Chatsworth House, the home of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire is 20 minute drive away, and Alton Towers theme park is also a 20 minute drive away.
The village and the surrounding area is beautiful, and there are many scenic walks that you can do from the cottage door, without having to go out in your car. Two cycle trails are within 1 mile of the cottage, where you can cycle for 20+ miles on traffic free trails. The village benefits from 2 pubs, which both offer good food and drink, so again you can park your car up and not have to travel out. The cottage has a south facing lawned front garden where you can soak up the sun, or have a chilled drink and barbeque. In the winter the cottage is cosy and warm with an inviting log burning stove, to keep away the Derbyshire chills, where you can curl up and sip a nice red wine or perhaps a small tot.

What makes this property unique

Whilst staying in the cottage, you can benefit from our knowledge on the area. Also we are close at hand if anything goes wrong such as the toaster deciding it is time to go the toaster graveyard in the sky, or if you have forgotten to bring a tin of baked beans for the children or maybe some nutmeg or herbs etc. We are always happy to help and to give assistance, but likewise we do not interfere with your stay, we just want you to enjoy your holiday at the cottage.

Languages:

English
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