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A beautiful 17th century stone barn conversion set within two acres of grounds

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Double height, open plan sitting room, dining room and kitchen.
Lounge
Kitchen work space for preparing meals.
Gallery with pull out trundle bed to sleep two on twin beds. Screen for privacy.
Double bedroom upstairs

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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  • Ladybower Reservoir
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Peak District National Park
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Ridge Walk Mam Tor to Losehill
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Manchester (MAN)
    ‪113 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Double room

1 Double Bed

Gallery

2 Double Futons

Ground floor bedroom one

2 Single Beds

Ground floor bedroom two

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Ground floor bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

A beautiful 17th century stone barn conversion set within two acres of grounds

Beavers Croft is located in the outstanding landscape of the Upper Derwent Valley in Derbyshire's Peak District National Park, adjacent to the breathtaking Howden Dam. Furnished to the highest standards, it has all year round appeal for families, cyclists, walkers and those seeking a break from the hustle and bustle. It boasts a beautiful, open plan lounge with log burner, a fully equipped kitchen, TV with freesat, DVD player, bluetooth speakers, satellite internet, outdoor dining, BBQ & smoker, secure storage for bikes, board games. An open plan kitchen and dining area leads to a double height sitting room, with two bedrooms, both with twin beds, and a bathroom with walk in shower on the ground floor. Upstairs is the gallery with a trundle bed which pulls out to sleep two on twin beds, a further bathroom with bath and shower and a double bedroom with double bed, sleeping 8 in total. Kitchen boasts large preparation island, hob, double oven, fridge/freezer, microwave, toaster and kettle. All cooking utensils, pans and crockery are provided. Washing machine, drying rack, steam iron and ironing board. Included - bedlinen, towels, dining table cloths, serviettes, tea towels and end-of-hire cleaning. Essentials for your stay (tea, coffee, milk, washing up liquid, toilet roll, washing powder etc.) also provided. Welcome tray. Parking for multiple cars. Private entrance with gate. Outdoor kitchen with pizza oven, gas BBQ, meat smoker and large fire pit.

Property manager

Abdoulaye diaw

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Breakfast available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please refrain from smoking inside the property

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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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hope Valley

Located in Hope Valley, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Peak District National Park and Longshaw Country Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Peak Volumes and Sheffield Botanical Gardens. Consider O2 Academy for a night out or Parkwood Karting if you're travelling with kids. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cave exploring.
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What's nearby

  • Ladybower Reservoir - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Derwent Dam Museum - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Peak District National Park - 18 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Peak Cavern - 22 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Ridge Walk Mam Tor to Losehill - 25 min drive - 20.2 km

Getting around

  • Hope Station - 17 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 113 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Curry Cabin - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Old Nags Head - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪The Anglers Rest - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Penny Pot Cafe - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Peaks Inn - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A beautiful 17th century stone barn conversion set within two acres of grounds pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at A beautiful 17th century stone barn conversion set within two acres of grounds?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A beautiful 17th century stone barn conversion set within two acres of grounds?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A beautiful 17th century stone barn conversion set within two acres of grounds located?

This family-friendly Hope Valley holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Ladybower Reservoir and Derwent Cycle Hire. Peak District National Park and Stanage Edge are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne B.

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Fabulous few days

Amazing location, fabulous home, excellent hosts Cannot wait to return !
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Piet v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquil place to stay

We had a lovely stay in this beautiful barn conversion. Amazing surroundings and gardens.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful barn conversion

We are a multigenerational family who thoroughly enjoyed our visit. The setting is spectacular with lots of walking trails right at your doorstep. The facilities were beautifully restored. We really enjoyed using the barbeque for cooking. Highly recommend this lovely spot
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wahab W.

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Awesome Getaway

Definitely a stay we cannot find at our home country. Very homely, comfortable, and serene. Could have been more awesome if the Dam can be seen from inside the living room.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lynsey G.

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Picture Perfect

We stayed for 2 nights in between Christmas and New Year and wished we booked for longer. The house is in such a beautiful location and my family of 4 joined a friends family of 3 for some fun & relaxation which was available in abundance. We had recently flown in from the States and I couldn’t think of a more classic British accommodation, unless we stayed in a castle and that just sounds cold. Ab was a great host and even though he was away himself he kept in touch via phone/text and made sure we were comfortable and had everything we needed. The only thing I would suggest if you plan to cook up a storm whilst at Beavers Croft (as we did) is to bring some larger cooking pots. We hope to come back to visit again some day when it’s warmer as the outside had so many things to enjoy as well! Thank you Ab for letting us stay in your beautiful home.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Donna M., Sheffield

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The most amazing place

Wow! What an amazing cottage, nestled in the most wonderful surroundings. Perched on the edge of Howden Dam means there’s lovely walks in all directions. The drive up to the house was great, taking in all the beautiful scenery. The cottage itself was just perfect. The open plan lounge, diner & kitchen was a brilliant, sociable area. The log burner gave us a warm & cosy feel. The kitchen was well equipped, we had everything we needed to cook a Christmas dinner for 7 people. The bedrooms were all lovely & our teenager loved the mezzanine. There’s 2 bathrooms & everything was sparkling clean. The garden was lovely. Although we didn’t use them there was a large fire pit, pizza oven & smoker outside (& we’ll be sure to come back to stay again so we can make use of these). If you’re looking for some peace & quiet, total relaxation in a beautiful cottage with the most wonderful walks then Beavers Croft is the perfect place.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Amazing stay!!!! Thank you, Ab!

This was exactly what we were looking for and what we needed. We were traveling as two families with 4 teenage boys (ages 14-19). Beavers Croft was our 2nd stay after 6 days in Bath and before our 3rd stay in London. We had plenty of room for all 8 of us and all the accommodations were up to date and comfortable. The real gem is the history of the Croft and dams, the hiking trails, quietness, and our hosts. We needed a period to relax after Bath and before London and we got it. If you are looking for a quiet place that is away from everything (but not too far) and you feel like you own it and all the park around you, this is where you want to stay. The grounds are well manicured and comfortable. You can access hiking trails right from the house or take a short drive or bike ride. Hike to town or pubs. Our boys are runners and they felt very comfortable going out on their own to get their miles. Ab and Paul (the awesome and super friendly Boston Terrier) were the best and most gracious hosts. Pippa, we would have loved to meet you and share stories, but we know you had bigger things ahead of you during our stay. Beavers Croft was definitely a highlight of our stay and we would love to go back. Ab, thanks for everything! Jim, Denise, Todd, Tami, Adam, Evan, Zach, and Jacob. Suggestions: Find out in advance what the house offers for food, drink, appliances, and hygiene products and shop before you arrive because you won't want to leave anytime soon. (Written June 2018)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Julie B., Long Marston , Hertfordshire , England

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Amazing Location

We absolutely loved our stay at Beaverscroft. It’s a rustic but very relaxing cottage. Just walking around the garden was enjoyable and it was a lovely surprise to find 2 little waterfalls within the grounds. There are walking and cycling routes right on the doorstep. Apart from a meal out one evening we had no need to go out of the area. We hired cycles from the cycle centre which is close by and had a great day cycling round the 2 reservoirs. We hope to return to Beaverscroft one day.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hannah B.

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Perfect Winter getaway

Spent 3 nights at the lovely Beavers Croft and couldn’t have asked for any more from the property and location. Beautiful views and walks to be had, very clean house well equipped with everything you need. Comfy beds, cozy even through the evening. Can’t wait to stay again in the summer when we can make use of the outdoor pizza oven ☺️
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert G., Farnham

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Stay at Beavers Croft

We were looking for a property that would have walls from the front door, and Beavers Croft does not disappoint! The barn is quite beautiful, in a perfect location that is quiet and relaxing! Everything you need is here, and the owner Ab who is a smashing guy will help you with any issues you may have! 10/10 rating from me!

8/10 Good

Abigail R.

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Long weekend break.

A very peaceful and enjoyable stay.

8/10 Good

Nick E.

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Pleasant stay

Very good location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nicole H., Chicago, USA

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Beautiful property in beautiful place!

We had a great few days staying in Ab's lovely property. Ab was an attentive host, and the location was beautiful, as was the house. We made friends with the resident dogs, who are terrific with my one year old son. Ab also went out of his way to accommodate my son by bringing high chair and travel crib. My one caution would be that I could see the satellite internet being an issue if you needed to do video calls for work during your stay. Overall, highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W., Norwich

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Little piece of heaven ..

Wow... from the moment you approach. A long windy drive through the forest with spectacular views and you stumble accross Beavers Croft. An idylic setting in lovely grounds. A delightful cottage, warm, cosy and welcoming. Beautifully decorated throughout. Lovely bedrooms, modern bathrooms with towels provided. Fully equipped kitchen, open plan to magnificent high ceiling dining/ lounge area. Tv, games, wood burner and cosy blankets for winter. Ironing board, iron, hair dryer everything thought of. Outside a lovely patio, table, chairs, fire pit, bbq and pizza oven, what more do you need. After a full day out it was lovely to come back to, relax and cook. Ab is a fantastic host, living close by nothing was too much for him at all, we couldnt of asked for more. A bonus for us were Abs dogs, a Boston Terrier and a puppy which as a pair were very entertaining. Yes the cottage is off the grid but on the other hand Sheffield is only 20 minutes away. I would go back in a flash and if a lovely relaxing break in fab surroundings are what you need, book it. We were a family of three adults and three teenagers.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

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A great stay.

Just what we were looking for the first part of our trip, a quiet place in great scenery. Great host. Will definitely visit again.

10/10 Excellent

cassandra a., Temple, TX

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Off-grid perfection

There are hardly words to describe what an amazing stay we had at Ab’s place. The house and the scenery are exquisite, and Ab is such a special host and human. We felt so welcome. Ab made sure we were as comfortable as we could possibly be. He went above and beyond to make out stay pure perfection.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mark T.

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Fabulous renovated barn

A great place for friends and family, owner is very hands-on, helpful and available at all times. I would recommend this property to anyone.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Samantha S., Exning, Suffolk

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Double wedding anniversary getaway and family get together

One family of 6 plus another couple had a fantastic experience at The Barn. Ab was a great host and we wanted for nothing. BEautiful Bedrooms and mezzanine bedroom are all very comfortable and the bathrooms both had nice eco toiletries. Massive Bath is Devine! You arrive, take stock of facilities, go to the supermarket (admittedly 16 miles away - though Ab says you can do a home delivery there) come back and you never want to leave :) we just managed with under worktop larder fridge, and separate freezer. Loads of socialising space inside and out and the grounds are a treat. Great recommended taxi service to get guests here from Bamford railway station (£20) and to take all 8 of us out for an evening meal (£25 each way for 8 guests to Bamford in minibus). A gorgeous place for family and friends who lived close by to come to see us for afternoon tea and to celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary and our friends' 29th wedding anniversary! Everyone agreed what an awesome venue it is, and everyone wants to return: no greater statement than that is there really! Ab is sincere in his desire to make your experience as perfect as possible and he asked for any suggestions that may make it better. I think The Barn will maintain high standards as he takes on board any guests' comments. It will will continue to wow and surpass expectations. We enjoyed the outdoor patio that is new and the men loved the fire pit, and I think if we had stayed longer we would have been experimenting with the pizza oven and used the BBQ. Be warned: you are nigh on 'off grid' here but for me that was part of its appeal! You have wifi within The Barn, (not outside) and no phone signal at all (bliss :D ) Would I recommend ? absolutely! so long as you were totally happy with off grid and wanted to properly escape. Escaping here from modern life is achievable surrounded by lovely gardens and grounds and walks in a beautiful area. Perfect :)

10/10 Excellent

Andrea D., Sheffield England

Amazing location, house and facilities! Would definitely go back!

Very easy booking and communication process. The owner was very friendly and helpful and made us feel welcome. The barn was stunning, in a beautiful location and had everything we needed. Would Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

Magical Christmas break

From the outset Ab was exemplary in dealing with enquiries and helpfully answering questions, and so willing to go above and beyond with offers to help. The barn itself is quite simply more stunning than it looks in the photographs, and in keeping with its tasteful and creative decor was all decked out for Christmas with fully dressed and lit tree, lights around the stairs, kitchen and mezzanine and baubles on the deer's antlers. The main living area is lovely and cosy - especially with the log burner going - and comfortable for the whole family, and the skylights let in plenty of light during the day. The large kitchen affords foodies plenty of space to get creative with locally-sourced ingredients (Chatworth farm shop is definitely worth a visit!) and there's an eclectic mix of cooking pots, pans, utensils and serving bowls etc. The beds are very comfortable, the sheets pristine and high quality, towels clean and soft, and there were some nice toiletries in the two bathrooms. It's sooo quiet and the bedrooms sooo comfortable, that you get a fabulously good night's sleep! The satellite-internet service worked really well for browsing, emails and telephony using Facetime-Audio and Skype (it's true there's absolutely no mobile network reception); and we had no issues with the off-the-grid heating, hot water or electricity supply. Ab has now completed an upgrade to the patio area - which features a fire pit, wood-fired pizza oven, huge barbecue range and a smoker! We definitely need to return to make use of these! And there's also now a cinema room in the outhouse! On practicalities: The barn is about a 12-minute drive from the turn off the A57 Snake Pass. The road is two-way as far as the visitor centre and then a single lane for another 2.5 miles, so you have to find a passing place if someone's coming the other way. In snow you would definitely need to have a 4WD vehicle to get there (we had one on a stand-by cancellable booking with Enterprise in Chesterfield just in case!). But remoteness is also part of the appeal: There are beautifully scenic walks around the reservoirs - and we managed short walks alongside the Howden Reservoir above the barn with elderly relatives who are less mobile - and loads more to do nearby with the more active. All this made for a Christmas week in a gorgeously cosy and welcoming home in a stunning unique setting, that will live long in our memories. Thank you so much Ab - it's my intention to return!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Shan Y.

Beautiful place

Thank you very much Ab for such a wonderful stay. This lovely barn was warm, cosy and very much well decked out with plenty of kitchen utensils/board games/books and a practically unlimited supply of wood for the fire! The beds (even the gallery bed) were extremely comfortable and the location was of course stunning. Ab rang me the day before I arrived to give me the information needed for our stay, as he wasn't around to greet us on our arrival. Would highly recommend this place. Best wishes, Shan and family
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gemma S.

Beautiful

We stayed here last weekend with family and friends and could have easily stayed longer! The landscape around the property is breathtaking and the barn itself is beautiful. Very clean and has everything you need. The main thing we loved about this property is the privacy as Beaverscroft was the only property in this part of the park. There isn't any phone signal which actually gave us a nice break from our everyday busy lives! This property is perfect and we look forward to staying here again next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Mrs Kathy P., UK

Remote and Peaceful location

Lovely house in beautiful location. Would have had 5 stars if builders hadn't been in working on patio for this property 3 days of our stay. We couldn't sit outside and enjoy the scenery which would have been very much a part of our holiday with my mum. A bit disappointing we didn't have this to ourselves as expected.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

Brilliant Holiday

We had the most amazing time here at Beaverscroft. Plenty of room for the size of our party. Clean, comfortable and homely. Ab, Pippa and Paul were the most friendly and helpful people (and dog!!) you can imagine. We would recommend this as the perfect place to stay. Beautiful scenery and walks. Close to pubs, restaurants, villages and towns. Lots to do and see.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ben G.

Great property in a beautiful location.

We had a brilliant weekend of walking in the Peaks. Beaverscroft was the perfect place to relax, recouperate and reminisce. The smoker was a particular treat when it came to BBQ time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

About the host

Hosted by Abdoulaye diaw

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Why they chose this property

Beavers Croft has been in our family for the past seven years and we have spent many wonderful weeks relaxing in its gardens. We especially enjoy its remote location and the sense it brings of being away from it all. If you are feeling active, there are endless activities to choose from on your doortep and if you would rather relax and unwind, what beautiful surroundings to do it in. In the Winter, the barn has a very cosy feel. Perfect for cooking a family dinner and playing board games by the log burner.

What makes this property unique

The only accommodation close to the beautiful reservoirs and the Howden Dam (dambuster practice site). Stunning views all around the property. Secluded. Off grid (Solar energy, biomass, fresh filtered stream water, organic herbs and vegetable garden )

Languages:

English, French
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