Guests say
Birch Cottage offers a beautiful and peaceful retreat with stunning views, charming original features, and well-kept gardens. Guests particularly enjoyed the hot tub and tennis court, and found the property well-equipped for a relaxing stay. The owners are described as welcoming and helpful, providing useful local knowledge. While the cottage is exposed to the elements due to its hillside location, and there were minor issues with a mattress and bath access, guests consistently expressed a desire to return, highlighting the overall positive experience.
The cottage is described as beautiful and well-kept, with no negative comments about cleanliness. One review noted a cream carpet in the living room, which could be challenging for pets, but there were no complaints about dirt or untidiness.
Guests praised the stunning views and peaceful, quiet setting. The hillside location offers scenic surroundings, though it can be exposed to wind and rain. Overall, the location is a highlight for visitors seeking tranquillity.
The cottage is described as comfortable and relaxing, with guests enjoying restful stays. One review mentioned an issue with mattress springs, but this was managed by rotating the mattress. Bath access was noted as a bit tricky for some.
Facilities such as the hot tub, tennis court, and well-equipped kitchen were highly appreciated. The gardens and spa offers added to the experience. Minor maintenance issues were mentioned but did not detract from the overall enjoyment.
The owners were described as welcoming and helpful, providing local knowledge and last-minute spa offers. While guests felt well looked after, there is no mention of guaranteed gifts or extras.
About this property
Perfect for couples and small families, located on the border of Yorkshire and Derbyshire..
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Ipod Dock, CD Player, Woodburner
Kitchen/dining room:
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview TV
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, Freeview TV
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet.
Biomass underfloor central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included, remainder at £5 per basket. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Welcome pack.. Large lawned garden with patio, garden furniture and summerhouse (shared with other properties on-site). 2-acre landscaped grounds (shared with other properties on-site). BBQ hut available on request (at cost, shared with other properties on-site). Wood-fired tub for 6 (open 8am-10pm, shared with other properties on-site). Tennis court (shared with other properties on-site). Bike store. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking. Visit England 5 Star. Please note: There are 5 steps in the garden.. Smallshaw Cottages be found in an elevated position, with a setting that can only be described as stunning. Offering fabulous panoramic views of the Peak District National Park, this 17th century barn conversion has been lovingly restored and offers the perfect accomodation for a rural escape. Birch Cottage retains its original character through exposed beams and stonework, and has also been lovingly and attractively furnished throughout. The barn enjoys use of extensive gardens shared with the other properties on-site, offering fabulous views and a variety of seating areas which provide the perfect place to unwind on warmer days. The gardens are complemented even further by use of a shared hot tub, Finnish barbecue house (available on request, at cost) and tennis courts. The on-site spa is complete with steam rooms, saunas, foot spas, an aromatherapy room, tropical experience shower and a Rasul mud room, as well as an outdoor area with wood-fired tub (all available at cost). Inspired by the relaxing, calming and revitalising aura of South East Asia, the spa is a haven in which to enjoy incredible facilities, set within stunning countryside, just perfect to energise the soul.
Surrounded by open fields and with uninterrupted views of the moors, Smallshaw Cottages are ideally located if you love the great outdoors. Overlooking the Trans Pennine Trail, and with your four-legged friends welcome, local walks are plentiful with many reservoirs and trails on the doorstep. There is an excellent choice of country pubs and restaurants within easy reach, and nearby attractions include the bustling town of Holmfirth, Chatsworth House, Harewood House, the ever popular market town of Bakewell or spa town of Buxton. If you’re missing the bright lights of city life, Sheffield, Leeds and Manchester are no more than a 40-minute drive away. Shop and pub 1½ miles, restaurant ½ mile.
Birch Cottage can be booked together with Bramble Cottage (ref UK4186), Rowan Cottage (ref UK4187) and The Farmhouse (ref UK4188) to accommodate up to 16 guests.
Free WiFi
The hot tub is available from 8am to 10pm and can be booked once here via a timetable by the hot tub.
The day spa is shared with the other cottages on-site and members of the public but must be prebooked as it gets very booked up in advance. An extra cost applies to this. Details on this are on the pre arrival information on our website under the section During Your Stay.
The BBQ hut is pre-bookable as well at an extra cost, please email us for details info@smallshaw.com
Only dogs allowed at the property.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Yorkshire Sculpture Park
- Beaumont Park
- National Coal Mining Museum
- Tolson Museum
- Tolson Museum And Ravensknowle Park
- Pugneys Country Park
- Ponderosa Zoo
- Wakefield Museum
- Ladybower Reservoir
- Dove Stone Reservoir
Reviews (5)
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely stay, never saw the owners? had everything we needed but mattress springs had gone in one area so rotated it to make it more comfortable! Unfortunately very windy & rainy while we were there and the properties are quite exposed as they are up a hill however the views are beautiful. Climbing into the bath needs careful planning… LOL!
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Natalie Gauld
Lovely stay at Birch cottage, the gardens are amazing and the tennis court. The view alone is stunning we will be back.
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Nathan
Faultles. Excellent stay, will be returning