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Pipistrelle Barn

Ashbourne, Derbyshire
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Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 1
4 star
Sky TV
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Romantic
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Pub nearby
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At a glance

  • Exquisite stone retreat in beautiful rural Derbyshire surroundings in the village of Kniveton
  • Perfect accommodation for a couple keen to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life
  • Sunny garden, where you can relax in the sun, soak up the serenity and enjoy the birdsong

Property code: OC-DCPIP

An enticing bolthole at Kniveton, between the southern fringes of the Peak District and Carsington Water, this bijou cottage makes an idyllic, romantic retreat. Perfect for anyone eager to enjoy walks and cycle rides, it is also in a great location for visiting villages, towns and beauty spots. Head 2.5 miles into Ashbourne, with its winding, cobbled streets and colourful shops, or drive 7 miles to Wirksworth, where you can see the enormous StarDisc black granite star chart. Venture 1.5 miles to enter the national park: climb up to Thor’s Cave, a natural cavern in the White Peaks, 12 miles away, and mystic Minninglow, an ancient burial hill topped with a distinctive double ring of beech trees, 6.5 miles away.

Enter the property to find a warm welcome and stylish design. The inviting lounge is a comfortable space, with exposed original stonework, where you can relax together on the soft seating in front of a good film on TV or the DVD player after your long walks. The country-style kitchen/diner has everything you need to whip up delicious dishes with the fresh produce you have bought, plus a central island to dine at. The oak and glass staircase leads down to the lower ground floor, to a stylish hallway, an inviting king-size bedroom benefiting from country views and an adjacent shower room.

Guests at the cottage can soak up the sunshine and the fabulous surroundings out in the garden, which has a patio and a lawn.

  • 1 king-size bedroom
  • 1 shower room with WC
  • Oven, hob, microwave, fridge, and dishwasher
  • Welcome pack
  • Travel cot and highchair upon request
  • TV and DVD
  • Garden with patio, lawn and garden furniture
  • Private parking for 2 cars
  • Shop 2.5 miles, pub 450 metres
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 1 dog allowed. Additional charges may apply

Lesley Crowther

This property is personally managed by Lesley.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 29 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Fazia 25th November 2024

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I would 100% recommend this cottage. Perfect for a couple and its dog friendly. Great location, super quiet and peaceful and has everything you need for a relaxing stay!!

Reviewed by Mark 27th October 2024

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Pipistrelle Barn was everything we expected and more, fine furnishings throughout and was always lovely and warmtoo warm until we tweaked the thermostat. Just a short walk along the very quiet lane to a nice homely pub the Red Lion and not far from the main towns for our days out. If you have a dog there is a footpath at rear of property over openRead more field or just stroll along the lane where you rarely came across traffic. Would definitely recommend and wont hesitate to book again. Hide

Reviewed by Stephen 12th October 2024

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Superb accommodation in a perfect location to explore the peaks. So relaxing and peaceful but close enough to Ashbourne for all amenities. Would definitely recommend and will visit again.

Reviewed by Michelle 4th October 2024

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The cottage was fantastic, spotlessly clean and comfortable. The barn has been converted to a high standard. the owner was very welcoming and helpful. We would definitely revisit.

Reviewed by Debra 22nd September 2024

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Excellent cottage in perfect position. Would certainly recommend.

Reviewed by Alan 5th September 2024

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Perfect accommodation for a couple with a small dog, everything you would require to make your stay comfortable was supplied, from kitchen utensils to a nearby field for the dog to run in. The accommodation was in pristine condition with a modern feel to all the furniture and fittings, very comfortable and ideally located with a nearby pub that seRead morerves good food and selection of beers. Hide

Reviewed by Gael 5th August 2024

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We absolutely loved this cottage! It looks so welcoming from the front! Has everything we needed and so beautifully furnished encompassing its history & that of the town. Lots to visit locally & a super steak at the Red Lion! Terry was so friendly & helpful too! Thank you for a fab stay! Gael, Mike & puppy Florence

Reviewed by Richard 30th July 2024

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An absolute gem, beautifully furnished throughout with every need catered for. A perfect location for exploring the wider area and a great host. We will definitely be returning.

Reviewed by David 26th July 2024

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Great location and lovely cottage

Reviewed by Jaclyn 2nd July 2024

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We had a wonderful 4 night stay here, the cottage itself was gorgeous and loved all the quirky touches and the surroundings were absolutely beautiful! Would definitely recommend and would book again.

Reviewed by Andrew 25th May 2024

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A really lovely property.

Reviewed by Mary 18th May 2024

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Very nice cottage. Well appointed and owner very friendly and helpful

Reviewed by Beth 28th April 2024

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A well appointed cottage with lots of extra touches ( a box of dog biscuits ) Warm, comfortable and welcoming. The location was perfect with a good footpath past the door for dog walking . We really enjoyed our stay

Reviewed by Jane 24th March 2024

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This is a gem of a property. The decor and quality is fabulous and the location ideal for visiting so many of the beautiful places in Derbyshire. The owner is warm, friendly and welcoming and was quick to sort the problem of the sticking entrance door due to the recent wet weather. We would not hesitate to recommend this property and are already loRead moreoking to when we can return - hopefully when the weather has been a little drier! Hide

Reviewed by Sarah 13th March 2024

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Reviewed by Lindsey 4th January 2024

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A lovely cosy cottage in a quiet area, good quality furniture and furnishings, every kitchen appliance I needed, lots of Christmas decorations up which was a nice touch as were the bottle of champagne and box of shortbread. The wifi was excellent but note that there's normally no phone signal in the cottage - a short walk up the path from the cottRead moreage is apparently OK. The friendly host came and welcomed me and was nearby in case of need. Would definitely stay here again. Hide

Reviewed by Alison 29th October 2023

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We really enjoyed our stay at Pipistrelle Barn. Its beautifully refurbished and well equipped. Quietly situated but close to Ashbourne, Carsington and Tissington so perfect for getting outdoors. Five days just wasnt enough, we need to go back !

Reviewed by Brioni 22nd October 2023

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Reviewed by Maggie 12th September 2023

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Beautifully clean and very comfortable. Excellent location for exploration Derbyshire.

Reviewed by Maureen 25th July 2023

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Reviewed by Miriam 8th July 2023

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Reviewed by Alan 4th July 2023

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Reviewed by Steve 17th June 2023

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Beautiful barn in a lovely area with an excellent host.

Reviewed by Nicholas 30th May 2023

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terry was very accomodating and helpful. the property was in excellent condition and the location was fabulous

Reviewed by Wendy 3rd May 2023

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Reviewed by Della 25th April 2023

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The accommodation was clean, well stocked with everyday items and beautifully decorated!! I especially loved the Belfast sink and original decor of the barn. The bed was incredibly comfortable and the shower was huge!!! We loved it!! Terry even provided a 50 balloon and bottle of Prosecco as a birthday gift for my husband!! Amazing stay!!

Reviewed by Alastair 22nd April 2023

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Pippistrelle Barn was a great base for our 10 day walking holiday. The property has been beautifully restored to a high standard and was comfortable and well equipped. It's a short drive to many Peak District walks and there is a plentiful supply of pubs and places to eat in the area including The Red Lion within a few minutes walk of The Barn. Read moreThe owner, Terry, is a very helpful and accommodating host with very good knowledge of the area. Hide

Reviewed by Daniel 15th April 2023

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The advert could have been clearer that the property is connected to the owners property and that it contains a connecting door (meaning that you can hear what is happening in the owners house). We wouldnt have booked this property if we had been aware of that. We also received no instructions in advance on where to park our cars, so we parked bothRead more cars on the drive, which resulted in the owner coming around at 9am on the first morning of our holiday to ask us to move one of them, which was less than ideal. We were also not able to control the heating in the property ourselves, as the boiler and the controls were in the owners property - we arrived very late on the the first day of our stay and the property was freezing cold, with the heating off and most of the radiators having been turned down. Hide

Reviewed by James 21st March 2023

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Our stay at Pipistrelle Barn was perfect. The finish of the barn was amazing, still managing to keep it's country side feel. Plus it is in such a peaceful place which makes it the perfect getaway.

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