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Historic Barn With Breathtaking Views Over Derbys/Staffs Border. Pet Friendly

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Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Historic Barn With Breathtaking Views Over Derbys/Staffs Border. Pet Friendly

Ridgehead Farm Cottages were created in 2008 by converting a 200 year old historic barn into 2 luxury cottages, Snipe and Curlew, they are both rated at the top end of 4 star by the tourist board. Set at 1500ft on a 80 acre equine farm within a site of Special Scientific Interest, they offer stunning views and year round peace and tranquillity yet are conveniently located for local amenities and exploring the Peak District. Each cottage has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and sleeps 4 so are perfect for families or couples, the 2 cottages can be booked together (10% discount) to sleep 8. With underfloor heating downstairs and in all bathrooms they provide a warm, cosy retreat at the end of the day.
EV charger now available for use of guests, has type 2 cable fitting most modern electric vehicles. Charging costs at domestic rates.

Property manager

Jo Bednall

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 55 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycle parking
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 55 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Map
Longnor, Buxton

What's nearby

  • Pavilion Gardens - 17 min drive - 17.2 km
  • Buxton Opera House - 17 min drive - 17.9 km
  • The Crescent - 17 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Devonshire Dome - 17 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Alton Towers - 30 min drive - 32.6 km

Getting around

  • Buxton Station - 20 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Parks Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Roaches - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Three Horseshoes Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Lazy Trout - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Priory - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Barn With Breathtaking Views Over Derbys/Staffs Border. Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Historic Barn With Breathtaking Views Over Derbys/Staffs Border. Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Barn With Breathtaking Views Over Derbys/Staffs Border. Pet Friendly?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Barn With Breathtaking Views Over Derbys/Staffs Border. Pet Friendly located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Peak District National Park, Foxlowe Arts Centre, and St Edward's Church. Brindley Mill and All Saints Church are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Historic Barn With Breathtaking Views Over Derbys/Staffs Border. Pet Friendly Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 119 out of 134 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 134 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 134 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 134 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 134 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Beautiful house, so lovely and warm with everything we needed set in a spectacular location. Despite the wind and rain we had a great time and managed to do some lovely walks in the better days.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Quite location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

The cottage is in the perfect location for walking, accessing local attractions and for relaxing! It had everything you would need and more - and was a brilliant location for my partner and our dogs to enjoy some r&r before new year! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Beautiful cottage and location was both peaceful and ideal for the amazing walks. Cottage was very well equipped with everything you need
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Had a lovely holiday, cottage was great, views were great, and our host Jo was great. Was a great location for all the day trips and lovely to come back to. We all had a really happy stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Brilliant property for us both to stay and as a base. Jo was very helpful and welcoming
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Snipe Cottage is warm, comfortable and has an outside area where a dog can happily enjoy a game of catch-that-stick. The views are impressive and the location gives easy access to Buxton, Bakewell, Matlock and other smaller places. Great eateries nearby!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10

Lovely cottage in the hills with good access to nice walks and quaint towns
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

We arrived at about 4 o’clock but there was a lot of fog, Jo welcomed us in, a really nice house and it was lovely and warm in the house when we arrived, the next morning the fog started to disappear to reveal a beautiful last scape
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

We stayed in Snipe Cottage which was lovely…a home from home with everything you need! It’s warm and comfortable and in a beautiful location…lovely being on the farm with friendly sheep and seeing the horses was great too. Would definitely book to stay again. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Fantastic hosts and we will definitely be staying again. Nice warm , cosy cottage with breathtaking views.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10

Perfect location beautiful scenery excellent host
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

This may be an old barn but it has been beautifully renovated and is a spacious, comfortable and cosy place to stay while in the Peak District. It is in a stunning location and Jo made us feel very welcome and was very helpful throughout our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10

Lovely friendly host. Amazing views from the property. The cottage was clean and had everything you need. Ideally located for discovering the area
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Everything you would need for a short (or Long) getaway. Very welcoming hosts- nothing too much trouble. An incredible escape from the hustle and bustle of urban life. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

We had a fantastic time staying in Snipe Cottage. The cottage had pretty much everything we needed, and was cozy and comfortable. Joanne was very friendly and helpful. The farm is located in a fabulous spot, and our kids loved the friendly sheep. We'll definitely be coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10

We loved our stay here. The view was great with relaxing surroundings. Loved seeing the horses, sheep and chickens. Jo was a great host. Thank you from us and Pumpkin!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

We had such a relaxing time at Snipe and will definitely be going again. Jo and family made us feel very welcome! A great place to explore the local area with plenty to do and lots of walks. The accommodation was lovely and had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10

Beautiful cottage in a beautiful location. Just like home from home. Host was very welcoming and very helpful. Couldn’t fault the place, everything you needed for a perfect stay. A great central location to travel to areas around. We will definitely be back as we still have so much to see around the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

The location is close to many white peak walks. The accommodation is very comfortable with a well stocked kitchen and two bathrooms with powerful showers. Jo, the owner welcomed on arrival and was incredibly helpful when we needed her advice. Will certainly look to visit again
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10

We were four adults (parents and 2 adult daughters) staying in Snipe Cottage in early July 2024. Nice and clean house, we enjoyed stunning views from the cottage and loved seeing horses, sheep, and chickens around. However, the double and the single sofa in the living room were a bit tight for 4 adults to sit comfortably, and a coat hanger by the entrance would have been useful. Overall had a lovely time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

A really lovely cottage with outstanding views and super cosy underfloor heating! Really well equipped and spacious for a family. Bonus being the wonderful tap water (same source as the famed Buxton water)..delicious! Very welcoming, friendly and helpful hosts. Will definitely return!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10

A lovely place to stay - the cottage was well equipped, in a peaceful setting, very cosy during the cold weather and also close to everywhere we wanted to visit. Thank you.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

Wonderful views of the moors and very quiet. Accommodation was very neat and tidy and well equipped from the kitchen, utilities, local information, games, DVDs, books, puzzles etc. nice welcome touch of wine, cookies and milk. Joanne was very friendly and provided pre arrival contact information and directions and greeted us on arrival. Joanne and Clive were very helpful getting us out on departure due to the heavy snow (gritting and clearing the drive so we could drive out before the really heavy snow arrived!) We would have been happy to be snowed in but had to make our flight out of England.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10

Had the most amazing 2 nights at Snipe Cottage, Jo was there the moment we arrived to show us around. Location was perfect, tucked away on a country lane with spectacular views. Cottage had everything you could need, games, books, everything for cooking a family meal, dishwasher and a washer dryer which came in really handy after muddy walks, there is a clothes airer and the underfloor heating certainly helped in drying boots off in the boot room! Jo herself was such a lovely host, she gave lots of time to my daughter who is horse obsessed, telling her about each of the horses on the livery and allowing her to feed a carrot or two! She also recommended the most amazing pet friendly pub which is no more than 10 minutes away, The Lazy Trout is a must visit, food was beautiful and they even had a pup menu! The cottage was central for lots of exploring, Bakewell is a nice town to walk around and Chee Dale Stepping Stones is a fantastic walk, however at the moment the riverbanks are deep mud for at least 2 miles of the walk, therefore only go if you have the right footwear...and maybe a change of clothes in the car, lots of people had fallen into the mud! Will definitely be back as this flying visit was not enough time in the most beautiful of places! Thank you again Jo!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024