Damsels Bower
ID: S1326140
- Bedrooms 3
- ・ Sleeps 5
- ・ Pets 1
Guests say
Damsels Bower is a charming, well-appointed cottage in a peaceful village near Bakewell, ideal for exploring the Peak District. Guests praise its cosy atmosphere, spaciousness for couples or small families, and excellent location for walking and sightseeing. The cottage is generally clean and comfortable, with modern decor and good amenities. Some minor issues were noted, such as tight parking, occasional dog odours, and limited seating or fridge space for larger groups. Overall, visitors enjoyed their stays and would happily return, highlighting the property’s value and beautiful surroundings.
Most guests found the cottage clean and well-maintained, though a few mentioned minor cleaning oversights and occasional dog odours. The majority of reviews were positive, with only isolated comments about crumbs or smells.
The location is highly praised for its proximity to Bakewell, beautiful views, and excellent access to walking routes and local attractions. Guests consistently highlight the peaceful setting and convenience.
The cottage is described as cosy, warm, and comfortable, especially for couples or small families. Some noted restricted headroom upstairs and limited seating or fridge space for larger groups, but overall comfort is rated highly.
Facilities are generally good, with well-equipped kitchen, hot water, and washing machine appreciated. Some guests mentioned the need for clearer appliance instructions, improved lighting, and minor maintenance or decor updates.
A few guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as Christmas decorations, but as gifts or extras are not guaranteed, experiences may vary. Most reviews did not mention specific welcome gifts.
About this property
With fabulous walking from the doorstep and situated in the Peak District National Park, walking enthusiasts will relish this delightful property..
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview Smart TV, DVD Player
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 3: Galleried, Single (3ft) Bed.
Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair available on request.. Lawned garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Private parking for 1 car in car park opposite. No smoking.. Set around a pretty courtyard in the charming medieval village of Over Haddon, Damsels Bower is a wonderful limestone barn conversion, boasting an impressive cathedral style, high vaulted ceiling and galleried living area, with one of the bedrooms overlooking the living area/kitchen below. On the edge of Lathkill Dale Nature Reserve, in the heart of the glorious Peak District National Park, there is fabulous walking available direct from the door. The Monsal Trail is just 4 miles down the road, providing a traffic free cycle to Buxton. Over Haddon village has a good local pub serving food and the ever popular market town of Bakewell is just 2 miles away with extensive amenities. The magnificent historic houses of Chatsworth House and Haddon Hall can be reached in around 15 minutes, and other Peak District towns and villages such as Eyam, Castleton, Matlock and Hathersage within half an hour. Finally for those thrill seekers, Alton Towers is around a 45-minute drive. Shop 2¼ miles, pub and restaurant ¼ mile.
Free WiFi
Please note that bedroom 3 is a mezzanine, overlooking the living area and kitchen.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Nearby points of interest
- Lumsdale Valley
- Thor's Cave
- Gullivers Kingdom Matlock
- Dovedale
- Crich Tramway Village
- Abbeydale Industrial Hamlet
- Ladybower Reservoir
Reviews (22)
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Rita Ballentine
Excellent cottage, beautiful situation in a lovely, quiet friendly village. Wonderful views on our walks. Very clean and fresh. Close to Bakewell with plenty of shops and restaurants.All amenities available but a guide to use the tv and oven and information to find the light switches, which were under beams in upstairs rooms would have been helpful ! Found accidentally after bending to pick something up!! I would definitely recommend and would love to go there again. Bonus was Well Dressing week, we were able to see it being made and take part in the Blessing service. Completely new to me and wonderful to see.
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Eileen Smith
Lovely area with plenty of walks and attractions. Nice cottage with comfortable beds and sofas and well equipped kitchen. The double bedroom and en-suite were fine but as we were a party of four adults and one child we found the twin room not really suitable for adults, the towels were too small and the bedding wasn’t great. The shower room could definitely do with a refurbishment. The car parking space, once we found it, was very tight, made worse by a van and trailer full of old washing machines in the space next to it. We were told there was room for a second car to park on the road outside the property but there was never any space there, however there is a public car park a few minutes walk away. By far the worst thing was the overwhelming smell of dog that hit you when you opened the front door, the towels also had this smell.
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely cottage in a great location for walking or visiting attractions in the area. Some stunning scenery. Cottage is comfortable and if we are overly critical, some rooms could do with a freshen up (paint / decoration). Some improved lighting above the kitchen prep area would be useful too. That said we definitely stay here again.