Peak District cottage, lovingly converted, peaceful, luxurious, family-friendly

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2 bedroomsSleeps 4

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Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Fireplace
Kitchen

Explore the area

Buxton, Derbyshire

The Crescent
‪17 min drive‬
Buxton Opera House
‪17 min drive‬
Dovedale National Nature Reserve
‪17 min drive‬
Manchester (MAN)
‪69 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Shower room 1

Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Fernyford Barn is a lovingly converted traditional stone cart shed, now providing gorgeous accommodation for 4 +1, ideal for couple or small families. It is a luxury, fully equipped self-catering accommodation set on a working farm and run by our family. We have taken great care to preserve it traditional feel while offering our guests all the modern facilities they need. You will ﬁnd stone ﬂoors downstairs (with underﬂoor heating) and solid oak ﬂoors upstairs as well as stone lintels giving character and warmth. The living room is open plan with a ﬁreplace and the bedrooms comprise of 1 double bedroom and a twin room. You can also enjoy your own patio area and BBQ to make the most of the peaceful location & fresh air.

The Kitchen at Fernyford Barn is designed to wow and help you feel at home. Carefully designed with fully ﬁtted cupboards and granite worktops, we have taken great care to ﬁll the cupboards with all the equipment you might need for a relaxing break. The country kitchen also includes a belfast sink, induction hob, coffee maker, dishwasher as well as a washing machine and dryer.

Our two bedrooms are set in the eaves with cosy, sloping ceilings, designed with comfort and great sleep in mind. After days exploring, resting, walking & enjoying, you will ﬁnd luxurious beds and bedding, great storage and more gorgeous views of the surrounding countryside. Bedroom 1 has a kingsize bed with a pocket sprung mattress and foam topper. You will also ﬁnd an iPod dock and elegant dressing table. Bedroom 2 has two single beds with 2 chests of drawers, side tables and radio.

Our bathroom is about luxury - a double shower wet room with underﬂoor heating , heated towel rail and ﬂuffy towels - perfect for pampering. We can happily provide a infant bath if you need one.

Property manager

Dorota Falkowska

Languages

English, Polish

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Buxton

Located in Buxton, this holiday home is in a rural area. Peak District National Park and Ladderedge Country Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Alton Towers and Peak Wildlife Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Mad-Renaline Activities, or check out an event or a game at Harrison Park.

Buxton, Derbyshire

What's nearby

Goyt Valley - 14 min drive - 14.9 km
Pavilion Gardens - 16 min drive - 17.4 km
The Crescent - 17 min drive - 17.7 km
Buxton Opera House - 17 min drive - 17.7 km
Dovedale National Nature Reserve - 17 min drive - 13.9 km

Getting around

Matlock Station - 28 min drive
Manchester Airport (MAN) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Roaches - ‬15 min drive
‪Three Horseshoes Inn - ‬11 min drive
‪Fountain Inn - ‬13 min drive
‪Pabna - ‬13 min drive
‪The Lazy Trout - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peak District cottage, lovingly converted, peaceful, luxurious, family-friendly pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Peak District cottage, lovingly converted, peaceful, luxurious, family-friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peak District cottage, lovingly converted, peaceful, luxurious, family-friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Peak District cottage, lovingly converted, peaceful, luxurious, family-friendly located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Peak District National Park, Peak Wildlife Park and Ladderedge Country Park. Dovedale National Nature Reserve and Foxlowe Arts Centre are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

LYNETTE L., sydney australia

13 Sept 2022

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

Peaceful and lots to explire

Neil and Dorota have a great property. Interesting farm with sheep and cattle. They are great hosts and very obliging for our early check in. Comfy bed. Great shower. Very well equipped kitchen with quality things. Lots of beautiful walks in the Peak and surrounding villages to enjoy.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew R.

17 Jan 2025

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

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice W.

13 Oct 2024

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

Week on a sheep farm

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this lovely cottage in the Peak District! It was beautifully renovated & had all the comforts of home! We would definitely consider staying again & enjoying the farm a little more! With the hosts directions we had no trouble finding our way!

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Barry S.

26 Sept 2024

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Property was cold, owner unconcerned

The property itself could be lovely, but was not suitable for us. The biggest issue for us was that it was cold. The floor was cold which surprised me as it has underfloor heating. Also the air in the room was cold which is the opposite of the reviews of warm and cosy. We asked the owner whether he had any heaters, he said he would look but did not come back to us that evening or the following morning. The shower room had mildew and old soap scum (pink) on the tiles, and there is now a transparent shower curtain, which was not on the photos, and was quite dirty. Our daughter has allergies and these were triggered by something that evening. (She has a confirmed allergy to dust mites). We do not go on holiday to watch TV, but we would point out that there was no signal, although there are plenty of dvds to watch. Our Granddaughter was cold and miserable as were we, so we packed up and left the next morning, we had booked four nights. I emailed that we had departed early, and this is day four after leaving and have not received any correspondence back. This is the first time I have ever left a property after one night.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Audrey P.

5 Aug 2024

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

amazing farmhouse stay

Beautiful place, quiet and a good starting point to discover the Peak main highlights. Lovely owners. We recommend!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo M.

18 June 2024

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

Lovely barn and location

Really lovely barn conversion, spotless and comfortable with lots of nice touches like toys for children. It’s a working farm with a very hospitable host, Neil is really helpful and friendly, there are lots of great walks nearby and a pub in the next village that does good food and has a micro brewery with excellent beer. We had a lovely short break, thank you Neil!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Hazel C.

12 May 2024

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

great farm stay

Neil was a great host lovely views from this farm and easy to get about .Comfortable bed and spotlessly clean . Sadly no longer has Valais Black Nose Sheep but I know how high maintenance they are . Was blessed with fantastic weather

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard G.

5 May 2024

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

Farm cottage

Very nice clean and airy converted barn set adjacent to farmers house. Solid floors and furniture. Sloped ceilings in main bedroom and bathroom (mind your head!). Long rough track to farm. Very quiet. Away from any main roads. Great outlook all around the farm. Lambs made us smile by nodding living room window and watching us & TV! Recommended.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz T.

28 June 2023

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

Exceptional property

We thoroughly enjoyed our 3 night stay in this cottage .It was extremely well equipped with everything you would need for a comfortable stay, Very clean and well decorated with comfy beds and a great shower. We also loved the outside seating and dining space behind the cottage .Could not fault this in any way, and will certainly book again if we are in the area.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annet V.

14 May 2023

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

Our stay in Buxton

The cottage is lovely. Very clean and very quiet. We had problems finding it though, because it is so remote that our SatNav couldn't find it at all. The instructions were not detailed, so our host had to guide us on the telephone. We advised him to give guests the coordinates to help them find his lovely holiday home.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy D., Las Vegas, NV

12 May 2023

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

A Wonderful Retreat

We loved our stay at the farm. Neil and his family made us feel very welcome. They answered all our questions about the farm and animals. The kids were able to help with farm chores, and we all pet the sheep and dogs. There is also a zipline for those willing to go flying across the yard. My kids loved it. They can’t stop talking about the whole visit. As for the property, it is gorgeous - lush fields surrounded by stone walls, historic homes and farms, sheep and cattle grazing all over. The cottage has views of it all. Just as important, it is the best appointed VRBO we’ve stayed in. We didn’t want for anything, and it was spotless. Neil and his family have thought of everything. If you want an amazing retreat, in a beautiful location, this is the place. We will definitely be back.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karin v.

31 July 2022

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

Great cottage!

Well equiped cottage, great for families, great for walkers. Super clean, lovely surroundings. We had a perfect stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

27 June 2022

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

A Hidden Gem!

Cannot possibly explain how much we enjoyed our few days here! Incredible property, stunning surroundings and very welcoming hosts. Only been left for a day and already trying to find an excuse to book again. Thank you both very much.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hanneke P.

25 May 2022

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

Lovely farm stay

Nicely refurbished home. Lots of toys for the children. Great view of the lambs from the living room window. Lovely working farm in a superb setting. Hosts are also very attentive.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steven H.

24 May 2022

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

Super property for discovering the Peak District.

Lovely converted barn with all mod cons for discovering the Peak District. Beautiful scenery, very friendly hosts, freedom to walk round the farm, see, and help with farming activities if you want. 😀. If its peace, and quiet, in a remote location, this is perfect. My only negative. The long farm track down to the farm, is not suitable for a sports coupe.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristen G.

19 May 2022

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

Lovely

Such attention to detail inside and out, well equipped kitchen, kind/attentive hosts, fantastic animals, very quiet. Thank you, Dorata!!!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judith W.

2 Oct 2021

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

Holiday

Excellent property, ideal location,absolutely spotless, warm and cosy couldn’t wish for anything more 😀

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

29 Sept 2021

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

Great Holiday

We spent a fantastic 2 weeks at this lovely cottage. We like cooking and the kitchen was well equiped with everything you need. We love walking and this loaction is great for access to the dales and walks galore.!! Neil & Dorota were great hosts and are happy for you to get involved with the farm if you want to. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would definately consider returning.

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

John A.

13 Sept 2021

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

Excellent

Hosts, cottage & location superb An ideal place to relax and unwind

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

26 June 2021

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

Tranquility

The twisting staircase probably makes it unsuitable for the mobility impaired. Hosts are very welcoming and willing to share their farm with visitors. It has everything a child could wish for- swings, zip wire, trampoline, animals. The farm is off the beaten track and the barn has been beautifully and tastefully converted.theand is a haven for wildlife.both flora and fauna!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ben J.

21 Apr 2021

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

Lovely property. Great hosts.

Couldn't have been better or less hassle. Nothing to fault.

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

3 Nov 2020

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

Amazing Half Term break!

From the minute we arrived at Big Fernyford Farm we were in love! It was exactly what we’d imagined! The cottage was fantastic, fully equipped with everything we needed. Neil and Dorota were brilliant hosts and were always there to answer any queries we had. We loved walking their dogs everyday and exploring the farm. The kids especially loved playing in the zip wire and in the tree house. They were even lucky enough to be taken out on a quad bike to feed the sheep! We cannot wait to come back 😃 Thank you for everything xx

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rani R.

30 Sept 2020

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

Wonderful stay!

We have stayed in several self catering properties both in the UK and in Europe. This certainly counts as one of the best. This was our first holiday since Covid and as a doctor booked this holiday with much trepidation. But I should not have been worried, the cottage was spotlessly clean and well equipped for all self catering needs. Both Dorota and Neil are fantastic hosts always ready to help.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Hilary B.

28 July 2020

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

weekend break

This is an excellent property, very comfortable and well appointed. It's situated near many local beauty spots including Dovedale, Ilam etc and also good for walking from the front door. The owners are friendly and there is plenty of local info available. Wi fi and phone coverage can be a bit patchy.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

James S.

31 Mar 2020

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

Perfect break away

We were so pleased when we arrived, the place was decorated to a high standard and felt so homely. Able to walk around farm freely which our son loved. We will definitely be returning very soon. Thank you for a lovely break away

About the host

Hosted by Dorota Falkowska

Dorota, Neil and family would like to welcome you to Fernyford. Big Fernyford Farm is an upland stock farm. We are proud of our Swaledale sheep, Valais Blacknose sheep and Belted Galloway cattle. These animals are our passion.
Fernyford Farm is a traditional farm, and we love living here. This is a great part of the world, and we would really enjoy being able to share it with our guests. So, we look forward to welcoming you here on the farm! If you have any questions please don't hesitate to get in touch. We look forward to hearing from you!

Why they chose this property

Fernyford Barn is a real escape to the country. Peaceful, luxurious and ideally located to explore the Peak District. You can walk, cycle, bird watch or explore the farm. Visit amazing local attractions and towns like Buxton, Chatsworth or even Alton Towers or simply rest in the Barn with a good book and a glass of wine. Fernyford offers a perfect balance between being able to completely unwind, or, if you prefer, getting involved with the day to day life of a working farm! We are more than happy to offer our guests the opportunity to experience seeing the livestock on the farm, the different farming operations throughout the year and to taste quality meat produced here at Big Fernyford Farm.

What makes this property unique

Farming never stops and there is always something to see. Neil, farmer and champion sheep shearer, is always happy to share farming life with guests - a real adventure for kids and adults alike.

Languages:

English, Polish

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2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

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