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Reviews of Farmhouse Cottage Sleeps 2 (1 en-suite Bedroom)


Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Congleton
Great cottage handy placed to see attractions friendly owners
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2024
Thank you for giving our cottage five stars - our aim for all our guests is to provide accommodation to a high standard and to assist in a pleasant stay in our lovely area.

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Colley Mill Farm
Excellent location for Congleton, Macclesfield, Leek and Stoke on Trent. Very Friendly property manager. The property is very well presented with plenty of room for 2. Very comfortable bed and excellent bathroom and shower. All round we would have no hesitation to recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rodney B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Visit to Congleton
We were visiting from Canada and needed a place to stay while attending a wedding and visiting friends and relatives. This place provided just what we needed and we can recommend it to others.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cottage
Brenda was awesome as a host. The cottage was great and we would definitely stay at the cottage again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary B., Histon CAMBRIDGE

Liked: Cleanliness
Another great stay
This was our second visit to this delightful cottage. It is very well equipped, good quality saucepans, knives etc in the kitchen. A very comfortable bed, large ensuite shower and an amazing view from the bedroom window. Just up the road there is a lovely walk by the canal.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what the Doctor Ordered
Me and My Partner wanted to spend the New Year (Last Minute) somewhere quieter than usual fancying lots of near by scenic walks and things todo. This is exactly what we got, the cottage was immaculate and situated not too far from the town to pop to shops, pubs and amenities but also short walking distance into various landscapes. Considering the location is on the farm you could hear a pin drop. Bed was incredibly comfy and plenty big enough. Really enjoyed the stay and looking to rebook later in the year , Many Thanks to Brenda and her Family
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jan 2023
Many thanks Nicole for your lovely review. We're so pleased that you enjoyed your stay in our cottage . We pride ourselves on consistently providing a high standard of comfort and cleanliness - and your comments reflect that we are achieving our aim! Thank you for staying with us and it will be lovely to welcome you back again. Best wishes. Brenda & Tom

6/10 Okay

Anita R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming cottage
Cottage was charming, comfortable, clean and well equipped. However, the location was so bad that we never went out in the evening for fear of not finding the cottage in the dark when we came back.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Oct 2022
Thank you for your lovely review of our cottage. We're so pleased to hear that you found it to the high standard that we consistently maintain for our guests. We're very sorry that you felt the location was hard to find - as this has never been raised as a problem by guests before. We are a working farm in a rural location - but are not 'tucked away' and therefore guests generally find our property with ease and are happy to go out in the evenings and in the daytimes without such concerns. Thank you for staying with us and best wishes, from Brenda & Tom

10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant cottage, friendly host, beautiful area
We thoroughly enjoyed our 3-day short break at Colley Farm Cottages. Brenda, the host, was very friendly and welcoming and the cottage was clean and comfortable. The location is great for walking and there are two National Trust properties nearby that are well worth visiting. The only downside from our point of view was a bit of traffic noise from the A54, which runs past the cottages.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Oct 2022
Many thanks for your 5 star review of our Farmhouse Cottage. We're so pleased to hear that you enjoyed both the cottage and our lovely area. It was a pleasure to have you to stay with us.

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little cottage
A very comfortable place to stay and well equipped except for a deeper pan suitable for a stir fry, preferably with a lid. We hope to return as we loved the location, near enough to visit family in Manchester but in lovely countryside.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Oct 2022
Many thanks for your lovely review of our Farmhouse Cottage - it is much appreciated. It will be lovely to welcome you back for a return stay. Best wishes Brenda & Tom

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Easter break
The cottage was lovely, very clean, warm and comfortable. The owner was also very nice and helpful. Very comfortable large bed.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jun 2022
Thank you for your lovely review of our Farmhouse Cottage. We do our utmost to ensure that the cottage is spotlessly clean and of a high standard. It is super to see that this has been recognised,

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Haven
Lovely quiet and clean well equiped accomodation . Stayed here for 7 nights in October and had an enjoyable holiday.Close to the peak district in a rural setting.A good base for days out,you need a car you are on a main road with no pavements.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Nov 2021
Thank you for your lovely review. We are pleased to read that you enjoyed our cottage and found it to be clean, quiet and well equipped. Out aim is always to ensure that it is at the highest possible standard for our guests.

8/10 Good

Fi I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Practically Perfect!
We loved it and very much appreciated the kindness of our hosts who went out of their way to make things work. Lovely location with a great view, cosy, the comfiest of beds and nicely kitted out. I hope we can stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage
The cottage was spotless (reassuring in these times) & very high quality finish, with everything you could need. The family were friendly & helpful. Thank you very much for the use of the barn to store our cycles. Would recommend & stay again if visiting the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ben Mobile 🎮

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing cottage no faults at all!
I cannot find a single fault with this property, the location and price were excellent, the facilities were all you could need and the host was brilliant! Could not recommend this cottage enough!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming cottage
This is a lovely little cottage with lots of character and a beautiful view of the Cloud. Everything was provided for a comfortable stay. The property is well placed for walks in the nearby countryside but is also only a short distance from Manchester.
Response from VrboOwner on 4 May 2021
Many thanks for your five star review of our Farmhouse Cottage. We're so pleased that you found the cottage to be characterful, comfortable and with everything you needed to enjoy your stay. We hope to be able to welcome you here again! kind regards, Brenda & Tom

10/10 Excellent

R. B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful home from home
It's a cute and comfortable cottage with lots of facilities provided. I was working remotely, and the wifi was fine. As advised in a previous review, I asked for fuel beforehand, and it was provided for us. We were greeted at the apartment on a rainy day, with a lit fire - so lovely! There are nice pubs and museums in nearby Congleton and Leek. Also lovely walks a short drive away, but there's nowhere to walk to from the cottage as a main road runs outside with no pavement so caution needed! I would definitely stay here again. Thank you Brenda!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sandra N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy farm cottage for two
This is a lovely little cottage sympathetically converted from part of an old farm building. The kitchen area is compact but very well equipped and the adjacent seating/dining area is comfortable, with an electric fire for extra heating when needed (or, we understand, a coal fire available if requested in advance). The upstairs bedroom and bathroom have ample space and good headroom, there was plenty of storage space and we loved the superking bed. We couldn't get a phone signal, but there is excellent broadband. As others have said, there is quite a lot of traffic going past during the day, but this is hardly noticeable when the windows are closed. The location is excellent to visit the northern parts of the Peak District and it's also very close to Biddulph Grange (NT).
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Nina D., Leicestershire UK

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice part of the world!
Enjoyed our stay in a part of the peak district we had not visited before. Brenda gave us a lot of local information which we found really useful. The road that the cottage is on is a little busy at times and given we had the windows open during the warm weather, the road noise was noticeable.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Oct 2020
Thank you for your review of our cottage. It's good to hear that you described our area as being a 'nice part of the world' - a comment with which I wholeheartedly agree. It is a lovely area with superb views and so much to see and do - whatever your interests. I'm pleased to hear also that you found the information which I provided was useful towards the enjoyment of your holiday.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely base to explore a beautiful part of the country
This property contained all you could need for a comfortable stay whilst enjoying some beautiful walks, local attractions and relaxation. The kitchen was well equipped, making eating in very easy. The booking and check in process was so smooth and entirely contact free making this a very safe place to stay. We had a lovely time.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Oct 2020
Many thanks for your lovely review of our cottage. We're so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay. We do our best to ensure that the cottage is always at a high standard and we are very fortunate to live in a super location - with lots to see and do - to suit our guests' preferred choice of what makes an enjoyable holiday for them. kind regards Brenda & Tom

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal for couples - Congleton
Lovely cottage with nice atmosphere. Spotless throughout. King size bed which is very comfortable. Road noise during the day but dies away at night. Fully equipped with all you could need for a break. Would definitely recommend this cottage.
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2020
Thank you for your lovely review of our cottage. We pride ourselves in maintaining a high standard of cleanliness, maintenance and comfort which you obviously appreciated. The bed is actually a super king size bed for additional space and comfort to enable couple's to enjoy a good night's sleep. Thank you for recommending our cottage and for the five star rating which you have given. kind regards Brenda

8/10 Good

Jessica A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good for walks
Very nice cottage, with everything you could need. The kitchen was very well equipped. A very big bed - two large singles put together - which was extremely comfortable. We were there visiting family nearby but also had time for walking, and there are lots of really lovely walks within a few miles. We had a walk round the farm fields too which was very nice. The only drawback for us was the traffic noise from the busy road, otherwise I'd give it five stars.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Nov 2020
Hello Jessica. Thank you for your lovely review of our cottage - I'm very pleased to read that you found it to be spotless - which is my highest priority - and that the bed was very comfortable - which is possibly my second highest priority - and that you enjoyed lovely walks - on which I'm always more than willing to offer advice and guidance. Unfortunately, I'm unable to move the road - but other guests advise that they don't hear the traffic when inside the cottage. Thank you for staying with us. kind regards Brenda

10/10 Excellent

bobby A.

Liked: Cleanliness
loved it! what a place!!!
Brenda is a fantastic host and the cottage was excellent. well equipped and brilliant location. We would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun 2020
Many thanks for your lovely review of your stay and for your kind words. My priority is always to ensure that guests have a very enjoyable holiday.

10/10 Excellent

Ray C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Farm cottage
Property conveniently located for local towns, yet in the countryside. Property clean and well presented
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2020
Thank you for your lovely review which has recognised that we do our utmost to keep the cottage spotlessly clean and maintained to a very high standard . best regards Brenda

10/10 Excellent

Ray C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Cottage
Ideal place to stay. Well kept, clean, quiet with all amenities for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2020
Thank you for your lovely review - we look forward to your return visits. best wishes Brenda

8/10 Good

lorraine j.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice winter mini break
Clean and comfortable cottage with huge comfy bed and lovely bathroom. Views over fields to Bosley Cloud . No log fire made although this is stated in description and we had gone to trouble of taking our own logs but there is an electric one which was needed as it was a very cold weekend. Harrington Arms, pub give it a miss awful food. Lovely walks along canal in the winter sunshine.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you for your comments. We're sorry to hear that you were expecting a log fire. We only provide this if asked by our guests - as many people prefer not to have it . We also prefer to use our own 'dried' logs on the fire as we know their origin and moisture levels. If you'd let us know either prior to your visit or when you arrived - we would have been more than happy to organise a log / coal fire inn the cottage for you. We hope it didn't spoil your break in our lovely area. kind regards Brenda & Tom

10/10 Excellent

Deborah G., London

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy romantic cottage in perfect setting
The place exceeded our expectations. It’s perfect for a mini get away. Brenda greeted us and was very helpful. The place was spotless and the bed very comfortable. I’m now trying to find an excuse to go back. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you for your lovely comments - I am extremely particular about achieving a consistently high standard of cleanliness as it is what I would expect myself when staying at a property. Your comments are therefore very much appreciated. I also do my utmost to ensure that the bed is as comfortable as possible. I do hope that we may see you again. best wishes Brenda

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best cottage we have ever stayed in! Cosy and comfortable, a real home from home. A caring owner, generous heating, welcome jug of milk along with the teabags etc. We felt looked after - and will return!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ian Jewry

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay at Colley Mill Farm
Excellent Difficult to find with Sat Nav in dark
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2020
Unfortunately, the postcode in this rural area is shared by a few farms and there are no street lights - hence I can see why you experienced difficulties in finding us in the dark. I'm happy for guests to ring me for directions at any time. Brenda

10/10 Excellent

Richard N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely gorgeous little cottage , perfect for our week visiting friends and family in Congleton.
Good communication between owner and ourselves
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you for the super review of our cottage - it is much appreciated. We're so pleased that you enjoyed your stay here and it would be lovely to see you again in the future. kind regards Brenda

8/10 Good

Elizabeth P.

Liked: Cleanliness
A spacious farm worker's cottage on a working farm.
The property is very clean and spacious with room to park off of the adjoining busy road. There are a number of nice walks in the area including along the canal. The Peak District is also close by.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you for your kind review of our cottage. I take great care to ensure a very high standard of cleanliness welcomes all guests. I am pleased that you enjoyed our location - which is perfect for visiting masses of interesting places and of course, for enjoying beautiful countryside and the Peak District.

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely fantastic
Stayed here for 5 nights Fantastic cottage, spotless the most comfortable bed I’ve ever slept in. Well equipped and great location. We are members of the National Trust and there are plenty of properties with a 30 min drive, Congelton town centre is worth a visit ,nice pedestrian high street only a short drive away . Very easy check in and check out and great communication with the owner Brenda. Definitely recommend you try this cottage I’ll be going back there soon.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you so much for your excellent review of our Farmhouse Cottage. We're so pleased that you enjoyed both our cottage and also the surrounding area - including many National Trust properties. It was our pleasure to have you to stay and we look forward to your possible return visit. Best wishes Brenda & Tom

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness
North Rode, a good gateway to the peak district and rural Cheshire
A really enjoyable stay. Stunning views of the Cloud and the countryside. The cottage had everything I needed with plenty of space for myself and my gear (including my pushbike). The hosts were great and couldn't do enough to help. There is really nothing I can complain about. The location on Buxton road means the cottage has easy access to local walking trails, the Bosley locks, Buxton and the peak district. The road can get busy at certain times of the day but I had no problem with both cycling and driving around the local area. It is a short drive (or ride) to Macclesfield or Congleton and only a mile or so from at leat two national cycle routes. The benefits of being in the countryside but still close to a couple of major mill towns with all of the associated facilities and activities.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Many thanks for your lovely review. It was a pleasure to have you to stay and we're so pleased to hear that everything about the cottage and our location was to your satisfaction. We are very lucky to be in a great spot with easy access to whatever interest a guest may have. It would be lovely to see you again. kind regards Brenda & Tom

10/10 Excellent

julie s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful / happiness
Barbara was the most amazing host she could not do enough for me. I stay for 17 night. Due to finishing my degree at Derby University, Buxton campus, the cottage was warm and well equipped felt like home from home. Position in a lovely spot definitely would recommend a stay here, I advertise it all the time in my hairdressing salon and I will be returning in the future. A big thank you to Barbara
Stayed 17 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you so much for your very kind review. You were the perfect guest and I shan't forget your kind offer to do my hair for a special occasion - it was lovely. I do hope that you were successful in your exams as you've obviously worked so hard. I admire your committment and work ethic. Call and see me if ever you are passing. kind regards Brenda

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic little cottage in a fab location with everything you need cant wait to go back.
The cottage is immaculate very comfortable and cosy in a brilliant spot for exploring the host was lovely very friendly with a lot of knowledge of the suronding area. I would definatley visit again the coottage was exceptionaly clean and had everything you could possibly need the vista from the cottage is beautiful it was a pleasure to stay. I think the hosts have thought of everything and there is nothing they could do to improve the cottage I was only sorryt to have to leave Thank You Brenda & Tom
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Many thanks for your lovely comments - they are very much appreciated - particularly as you have noted that we consistently strive to maintain the cottage to a very high standard. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay here - and it would be lovely to welcome you back in the future. best wishes & kind regards Brenda & Tom

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Cottage
We stayed for 5 nights in Farmhouse Cottage. It was very comfortable spotlessly clean and had everything we needed. Brenda and Tom are very welcoming and helpful. Would recommend without hesitation.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you so much for your lovely review. I appreciate that you have noted the high standard of cleanliness which is my top aim - followed by ensuring that I can do my best to make your holiday as enjoyable as possible. kind regards Brenda

10/10 Excellent

Karina H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic
Brenda is a very good hostess. The cottage was very clean and fully furnished. We had a fantastic stay in the cottage. Thank you very much Brenda!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

karin n.

Liked: Cleanliness
nice cottage but a lot of traffic noise
The cottage was ok but in front is a busy road, which caused a lot of noise during the day and at night.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Oct 2022
Thank you for your review. I admit to being disappointed that you found our cottage 'ok' as we strive to maintain very high standards at all times.

10/10 Excellent

Jeroen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean and nice cottage!
Deze cottage is een echte aanrader voor bezoekers van het peakdistrict of omgeving. Het verblijf is schoon en erg compleet! Met prachtig uitzicht op de heuvels. Ideaal als basis voor het maken van wandelingen. Prettig contact met eigenaaresse.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Many thanks for your lovely review and for the very kind note that you left for us following your stay. We're so pleased to hear that you enjoyed our cottage and your holiday and hope that we may see you again in the future. kind regards Brenda & Tom