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Reviews of 17th Century Stone, Traditional, Cosy, Country Cottage with Original Features

17th Century Stone, Traditional, Cosy, Country Cottage with Original Features
Hope Valley, Derbyshire, ENG

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 136 out of 165 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 165 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 165 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 165 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 165 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Fiona M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place
This is a lovely little cottage with everything you need for a comfy stay. It was clean but it didnt make you feel like you couldnt relax with your pets. Would recommend. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Shall Book Again
Lovely cottage with everything you need and more. Plenty of wood for the burner, clear instructions/info and a much appreciated generous welcoming basket. Second time at the Chime already looking forward to the third.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay in Bradwell
My family stayed at the cottage for three nights while on holiday. It's a great location in the quiet village of Bradwell and ideal for exploring the Peak District. We were welcomed with a gift of biscuits and Christmas crackers and were delighted that there was a Christmas tree. The accommodations are perfect for a family and we appreciated that there was plenty of firewood on hand. The Shoulder of Mutton pub is in easy walking distance if you want a bite to eat. All in all, we were very happy with our visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2024
Thank you so much once again for choosing Chime Cottage! So pleased you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future! Ax

8/10 Good

Dan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely break. Would definitely stay again.
Lovely, cute and cosy property. Great location for exploring, we love Bradwell, I’m originally from the area and can highly recommend it (and the cottage) for being a brilliant base for hiking, exploring the lovely villages of the Peak District and getting to Sheffield. Friendly people, a great pub down the hill and a warm and comfortable property to come back to. Just what me and my husband needed for a short break.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2024
Thank you so much once again for choosing Chime Cottage! So pleased you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future! Ax

10/10 Excellent

Tracy N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and full of character
Totally loved our stay in Chime Cottage. It was warm, clean and full of character of which you would expect from visiting the Peak District. Our hosts made us feel welcome with a treat of chocolates, wine and shortbread biscuits……thank you very much!! The log burner had plenty of wood and coal to keep us going for our stay and there was clear instructions for heating and tv. Definitely will book again 👍
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2024
Thank you so much once again for choosing Chime Cottage! So pleased you enjoyed your stay (and welcome gifts) and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future! Ax

8/10 Good

Paul W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Break
Lovely
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2024
Thank you so much once again for choosing Chime Cottage! So pleased you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future! Ax

10/10 Excellent

Maria H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another beautiful stay at Chime Cottage
I really love this house and have stayed twice now - calm, good facilities, great location, lovely shower, relaxed owner, parking but perfect for walking routes. I had an issue with the vrbo website this weekend meaning I couldn’t contact the host but this was really my only issue. I definitely hope to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great break
Very well provided for by the host, lots of kind touches and well thought out. There was no shortage of anything, would recommend and use again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Patricia G.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Pat Galloway.
The cottage was ok however :- The carpet in the kitchen was dirty ,stained and yuk ! The shower over the bath had a curtain - not hygienic we felt so we couldn’t shower . Rubbish not cleared from back so couldn’t sit out. Kitchen sink wasn’t pleasant to use. Felt the cottage needed a degree of refurbishment .
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2023
So sorry to hear you didn’t enjoy the charm of this 1766 cottage, especially the original sink and roll-top bath from circa 1800; definitely not the right match here which can happen. The cottage was fully redecorated in spring this year and the carpet was replaced in 2022 so I’m shocked to hear this, and will of course look into this further. Speaking of hygiene, I must admit I’m equally shocked at the amount of dog paw prints left all around the cottage… the bedding in particular was disappointing but these things happen. So sorry to hear the rubbish was not removed from the back courtyard, however I hope you made use of and enjoyed the cottage garden by the garage. Wishing you all the best, James & Alex

8/10 Good

Jody

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Superb
My family’s and I had a very enjoyable week in this cosy cottage. Excellent location for hope valley and the log burner was a great touch
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family weekend
Great cottage. Quirky interior. Lovely location. Owner got in touch to welcome us which was nice. Would book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helana M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely character cottage
We enjoyed our stay in Chimes Cottage. Unfortunately the weather wasn't overly kind to us and we had a very wet walk! The cottage, however, was a lovely cosy base to have. Yes, the roads are narrow and steep. Yes, the cottage is small and yes, the parking is a bit challenging (especially when a van pretty much blocked us in) But if you like a character cottage then this is definitely the place for you. The place was spotless, the bedding lovely, the beds mainly comfy (the main bed is a small double and one of the singles was a little uncomfortable). There were lovely touches, like the welcome goodies left for us. All in all a very pleasant stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mel F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short break
Lovely break in a gorgeous cottage, well fitted out and very comfortable
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Caroline H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short stay in Peak District
The cottage was perfect for our needs, especially once we discovered the secret garden The roads in the village are steep, as are the stairs in the cottage! but the location is excellent We had a really lovely short holiday
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

rebecca b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy country cottage
My husband, myself and our Cockapoo had a lovely weekend break in this gorgeous cottage. Great location for a weekend of walking, drinking and eating. Three local pubs were all very nice and within walking distance. Everybody we met was friendly and welcoming. Cottage had everything you need and was very comfortable. We are definitely going to return in winter so we can light the log burner!! Loved our stay. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tony M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent holiday cottage
Perfect holiday location in an excellent cottage. Very friendly and help on hand by Stuart.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Sue W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Chime Cottage, Bradwell Village
We (2 adults, 2 teen girls & a maltipoo) enjoyed a lovely 2 night stay in Chime Cottage. The booking was easy & the details (& directions) regarding the stay were fantastic. It was our first time visiting Bradwell, it was a super friendly village & all the locals were happy to suggest & recommend places to eat & drink. We particularly enjoyed the short walk to the White Hart Inn for drinks & advise to book for the Shoulder of Mutton pub if you wish to eat. The lovely couple at the local bakery have just started to make delicious fresh pizzas in the evenings, which we can recommend. The cottage was close to Castleton, which is a great day out & was stunning in the sunshine. Many thanks to the host(s) for a very relaxing country break xxx
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andy T., Carlsbad, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time.
Glad a great time in chime cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louise A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Break
Property was clean, well equipped and well located for Castleton, where we spent most of our time. There is a well stocked Co-Op in the village and fish and chip shop only 5 minute walk from the cottage. Beds were comfy, lots of hot water and the fire was an added bonus. The parking space was a bit tight but we found a space in the road opposite the cottage so it was fine. Thoroughly enjoyable stay. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable and cosy cottage
We had a wonderful time at this very quirky, comfortable and cosy cottage. It had everything we needed and we felt relaxed and recharged on leaving. Perfect base to explore this beautiful part of the world. Alex was the perfect host and neighbours were very friendly . Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele M., Stalham

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect starting point!
We wanted a long weekend hiking and wild swimming. Chimes cottage is the perfect starting point because it is in the middel of the Peak District. The cottage was so lovely and quaint. We had everything we needed and the info book explained it all. The only thing (and this has not been a problem for me at all!!!) is the slow WIFI. If you have youngsters that are stuck to their phones they will have a problem as the WIFI is slow and sometimes cuts out completely. But really, I think it was just perfect...
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

jess w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pretty location, rustic old cottage
We enjoyed a stay as friends in rustic cottage over a very cold March weekend. It took a while to warm up but did with the fire eventually. Quite a few things in the kitchen cupboards needed a wash before using, but otherwise it was clean and comfortable. Nice walk over to Castleton and handy having the Coop just down the hill. (Advise saying if you need the sofa bed made up as we couldn't find a duvet for it)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Perfect
Just spent an amazing Christmas here with my husband and our dog, Oliver. The log burner is totally amazing and the cottage is very homely and welcoming...we all loved it and will definitely be coming back. The host is very helpful and replies to any messages in less than 20 mins, even over Christmas. Thank you so much for a lovely and very relaxing Christmas x
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cosy cottage
We had a lovely November weekend away at this place. Nice hot bath, and lovely fireside coziness. Bed very comfortable and nice decor throughout. Parking is a bit tight for our car so we just parked on a nearby road and dropped things off at the cottage. There’s parking on all the streets around, they’re just narrow roads so you have to pick and choose a bit. Otherwise really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay
The cottage was characterful and homely with a brilliant Woodburn stove which was needed this weekend. The main bed was wonderfully comfortable - slept like a log!! And the location was perfect for lots of walks in the peak district. Would definitely come back. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hau Shuen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home to home
Very lovely location and very quiet. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Kathryn H.

Disliked: Cleanliness
A charming cottage
We enjoyed our stay here at Chime Cottage but encountered several issues, which rather spoilt the stay. The owner was fabulous at fixing these issues, and instantly offered a partial refund for our inconvenience. Whilst dogs can stay, I would suggest that, with very limited outdoor space, the cottage isn't particularly dog friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Trudy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and bright
The perfect, quiet-yet-lively town for a peaceful Peak getaway. Chime Cottage was a wonderful home base for the many peaceful walks and outings in the area. Walk or take a short bus ride to surrounding towns and sites, or walk down the street to the White Hart for quiz night and a pint. Come home to the cottage to relax by the fireplace on a chilly evening. That really took the cake for our little group of friends! Can't wait to be back in Bradwell.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous cottage
Lovely cosy cottage in the heart of a sweet village. Excellent launch point for some great walking. We received a very warm welcome at The Bowling Green Inn, lovely Indian food in the next village (the Curry Cabin). Great communication from the property owner too ahead of the stay. Perfect for 3 of us walkers. All good!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Glenys B.

Wonderful area house comfortable
Could do with a warmer shower other wise very adaquate
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julian B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay, great location.
A magic place to stay. Full of charm. Well equipped. Superb location. A bit like a hobbit hole. So enjoyed our stay. Wished we had a week.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helen T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy and quiet cottage
Just what we needed! A few days of peace and quiet within reach of lots of places to visit and walks to enjoy. The cottage has bags of character, comfortable beds and a well equipped kitchen. Parking was a little bit challenging, someone blocked the spot one day and I suspect if you had a really large car you'd struggle but we enjoyed our stay, thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leanda H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A tucked away little gem
Chime Cottage was perfect for me, my 14 year old daughter and elderly mother to base ourselves for a few days. The welcome basket of fresh milk, eggs, bread and granola was a wonderful surprise and the cottage was extremely well equipped and very comfortable. The only slight disappointment was that the local pub didn’t serve food!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claire L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy cottage in a pretty peaceful village
We loved comfy Chime Cottage and pretty Bradwell had plenty of character. Found the village far more tranquil than some others and in such a beautiful position. The cottage is wonderfully positioned for walking yourself and the dog up and into the stunning surrounding countryside, with great views and sunrises. Chime Cottage had everything we needed for a homely relaxing stay. Very nice to have had a welcome hamper of useful goodies too. Thank you! We hope to come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

LISA J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely weekend break
Very quirky nook and cranky, comfortable clean place to stay. Lovely little village. Has everything you need. And also a lovely welcome pack. Which very much appreciated! The village has 3 pubs/ restaurants and all the little shops Needed. Great location with some beautiful views from walks around .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rob D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy
Very nice to find bread milk eggs and chocolate on arrival the bed was lovely I wish it would have been colder as I would have loved to light the fire
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2022
Thank you so much once again for choosing chime cottage and your kind review. We also love the fire and apologise it was not cold enough on this occasion. We look forward to welcoming you back in the winter! Best regards, Alex

10/10 Excellent

karine f.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy cottage in nice location
Nice and clean cottage. Ideally situated
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adrian M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great property in a wonderful location
The house is set in a beautiful location in the heart of the Peak District. It is very well presented and really cosy. We all had a great time and would recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Radha V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage in a quaint village
Chime cottage was cosy and lovely with all the amnesties needed for our short 3 night stay. Thank you for the surprise welcome basket. In a very good location, accessible to explore the Peak district: Stanage edge, Castleton and the caverns, Monsal Trail cycling route, mostly under 30 minutes drive. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ros W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little cottage
Great little cottage for a two night stay, especially enjoyed the fire with an abundance of logs. Comfy bed and good location for exploring the Peak District and within walking distance to a couple of pubs for an evening meal.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Libby F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short break
The property was in good order and very comfortable. We did need to speak to the Manager on one occasion and he was very helpful. Situated in pretty village with lovely scenery. First time to the Peak District and it is beautiful. Will return.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Georgia-May M.

Liked: Cleanliness
May Stay
Had a wonderful stay st Chime Cottage. A slight hiccup when we arrived which was sorted immediately. Alex was very easy to contact and very helpful. The cottage is in a small village with pubs, a fish and chop shop, bakery and coop. Lots of attractions only a short drive away. Definitely recommend and wouldn't hesitate to stay again! Thanks for having us, Alex.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark G., Rugby, UK

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little Getaway
Just spent 4 days here, but could have stayed longer. Really nice little proprty with everything we needed for a relaxing few days away. Will hopefully be staying again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Helen N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Need to be fit
Nice cottage with very comfortable bed .A pleasant surprise was enough wood and coke provided for our stay,needed because of snow.As said ,fitness needed as cottage up a very steep hill,luckily I also live at the top of a hill so not too much of a problem for me.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

6/10 Okay

Vito B., Birmingham, England

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely location and Property
The location and property was just what we were looking for. Not sure if we were the first visitors of the season as the property was very cold on entry and took a good 12hrs to get warm via the central heating system, I would suggest low heat several hours before guests arrive in the future. The bathroom does need a revamp to be honest but I loved the character of the place so would recommend any time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caroline D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Break in a lovely location
Lovely stay in a charming cottage in a centrally located village and easy access to the beautiful Peak District hikes.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage
This is a lovely cosy cottage in a quiet area. Communication from the owner was brilliant and they were very responsive to any questions asked. The cottage had everything we needed for our stay. Kitchen is well-equipped and there was a basket of goodies left for us on arrival, which was a lovely surprise. Plenty of firewood supplied for the log burner, which was definitely needed to keep us warm during the recent storms. WiFi throughout property, board games and lots of DVDs to watch if weather is bad. Parking is just around the corner at their garage, which really wasn't a problem and gave us a chance to chat to the friendly neighbours! Bradwell is a small village, but still had a couple of pubs, Co-op and two play areas for our little boy, all within walking distance. It's very close to the villages of Hope and Castleton, with plenty of walks nearby. Would definitely stay again when we next visit the area. Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nick M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Me and My Dog
Very good. We enjoyed it.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022