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Outdoor dining
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Bathroom
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Buxton, England
  • Pavilion Gardens
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Buxton Opera House
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • The Crescent
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Manchester (MAN)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Main Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Ensuite Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

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
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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9.8 out of 10, (134 reviews)
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Buxton

Located in Buxton, this cottage is in a rural area. Peak District National Park and Buxton and Poole's Cavern Country Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Mad-Renaline Activities and Peak Wildlife Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Harrison Park or Moss Rose. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Buxton, England

What's nearby

  • Pavilion Gardens - 12 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Buxton Opera House - 12 min drive - 12.4 km
  • The Crescent - 12 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Devonshire Dome - 13 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Goyt Valley - 13 min drive - 13.1 km

Getting around

  • Buxton Station - 18 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Parks Inn - ‬11 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 25 kg 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.?

Checkout 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 miles (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 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 142 out of 161 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 161 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 161 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short break

Outstanding, great communication, amazing array of kitchen etc. equipment. Lovely setting
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family get away

It was a beautiful home from home cottage with everything you need. Comfy beds, lovely setting and great facilities. Jo was a fantastic host, really friendly and welcoming along with her animals who the children adored. It’s a beautiful peaceful location with stunning views all around. Thank you we will be sure to visit again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Richard B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Breathtaking loc

My 7yo and I stayed at the property, there was plenty of room for us and could easily accommodate a family of 4. I’ll definitely be taking my wife back there for a weekend just the 2 of us. The location is stunning. Thank you Jo.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelley R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Surrounded by beauty

A very comfortable little cottage with everything you need for exploring the Peak District. Horses, chicken's and friendly sheep on your doorstep. Jo is a very laid back host and her communication was fantastic.. we had a lovely stay. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous cottage tucked away in the moors

Stayed here to visit family in both Stoke on Trent and Bolton and this was roughly in between. Had a wonderful peaceful time here and wished we could have stayed longer. Hope to go back again sometime.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brilliant

The property was brilliant for our needs. It was clean, the hosts were amazing and the welcome basket was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

martin c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cottage

Fantastic warm and cosy retreat in an out of the way location. Good access to walks and tourist attractions alike. Had a great 3 days and dog friendly too.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Richard Drew

Great couple of days to celebrate my sons 21st birthday!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful View

Really enjoyed our stay at the cottage will come again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property in a lovely location

This property had everything we needed and was perfectly located for the walks that we had planned.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas stay

Lovely place to stay in a rural setting. The cottage was cosy and warm, and had everything we needed. The only downside was no wifi, but we had a good phone connection so managed with our hotspot. Jo & Clive were great hosts alwsys available and helpful. It is ideally situated for walk, Buxton, Leek and other peak park towns. Would definitely book it again.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely restful stay

Wonderful location and very friendly hosts. Perfect for visiting Buxton, Bakewell, Longnor and Matlock and others. The cottage was warm and comfortable and had everything I needed. The sheep were very friendly! I would certainly return
Stayed 25 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lalitesh Chandra C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful location

Very good location with excellent views. Property was very clean and host very kind.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Louise henthorn

Lovely stay

Lovely cottage in the middle of Peak District, very well equipped and comfortable, will stay again !
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2017

10/10 Excellent

Ben P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A cottage with a view

I loved it here. Jo is very friendly and welcoming, she ensures you have everything required and nothing is too much for her. The cottage is well equipped with a WC, main bathroom, and an en-suite shower room. WiFi, and a fully functional kitchen with a full size fridge/freezer, and a skinny dishwasher. There is also an electric car charger, but we didn’t use it and not sure if it is part of the package. The beds were a bit too hard for us, but that’s a personal preference because we have back problems, there’s nothing actually wrong with them. The place needs a bit of updating here and there as expected from a cottage that’s 35 years old, but it is clean, and to me that’s the most important. I would definitely stay here again because it is such a peaceful place to stay that is still close to amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicja R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage in a stunning location.

Absolutely lovely place, wonderfully remote yet close to some extraordinary locations.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Krishna I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

lovely cottage

This is an excellent cottage, located very conveniently to Buxton and Leek and Jo is a wonderful host - cozy and comfortable rooms, warm and a very friendly host. We loved our stay and highly recommend it - on top of all this, the view is to die for!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Really nice stay

We had a fabulous time. The cottage is really nice and views are spectacular
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Jane C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Buxton barn

Nice property very quiet location, peaceful and relaxing.. will stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed our stay

The host is super, very accommodating.. The property is great. The views sublime.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family break for birthday celebration

Fantastic property in an lovely location. The hosts were helpful and friendly and the stay very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Woke up to amazing views

Lovely warm well equipped cottage in a lovely location. Great value and welcoming host. Would definitely come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

sadie p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spectacular location

Clea, warm and well equipped
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

judith s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

The cottage is gorgeous with amazing views. The host is lovely and communication was really good. The cottage has everything we needed and we enjoyed sitting outside taking in the views and inside when it got chilly where it was cosy and warm.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely relaxing

Wonderful home from home. Fabulous views too .so lovely and peaceful. Jo was lovely ,easy check in .
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

About the host

Hosted by Jo Bednall

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Why they chose this property

In a quiet rural area but convenient for all locations in the Peak District National Park

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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