Visitors' Book

Sheldon Barn

Mr & Mrs A, Welwyn - July 03
"Thanks again for a wonderful, relaxing holiday. As before welcome was warm and friendly - the flat is now like a second home. We'll be back."

Sandy & Bon, Hampshire - July 03
"Thank you for your hospitality. We wish you future success. You have certainly got the recipe right."

Sharon & Jeff, Colchester - Aug 03
"Lovely hospitable people, great location/accommodation. Had a great holiday and hope to come back again some time in the future."

The Sumner Children (Dad’s 50th Birthday surprise) – West Midlands September 2004

Emily - "A very cosy accommodation and very clean. The dogs were very friendly and playful. I hope we can come again next year! Don’t mind missing school!!"

Alice – "My bed was very comfortable, the dogs were very playful and I liked the videos."

Katie from Derby September
"My family had a great weekend. The cottages were lovely and we all enjoyed playing the dogs. See you next time!"

Janet, Elizabeth and Alexander – Suffolk,2005
We have enjoyed our holiday in Derbyshire. The barn was very cosy, warm and welcoming. You have been very kind, helpful, friendly and that has made our holiday even better and we have enjoyed playing with Molly, Sasha and Copper. Thank you. Love Elizabeth

John and Sue – Vale of Glamorgan,2005
Everything has already been said about this wonderful cosy and welcoming Barn. We had a fantastic week and were so lucky with the weather. Thank you Louise and Stephen for an extremely comfortable “home from home”.

Carol, Joan and Joanna - London and Cambrdige, 2006

A wonderful week of walking with plenty of sun.  The Barn is so well equipped and welcoming; and all the lilttle extra touches with home baked bread etc make it special.  Thank you so much.

Nev and Syliva - Kent, 2006

The Barn, absolutely superb, all  home comforts.  Its all been said before in this book, but is so very true.  We had the good weather as well, so we could really  enjoy the fantastic scenery.

The Brown Family - Norfolk 2006

Superb!  Excellent accoommodation all home comforts.  We've all had a lovely holiday and hope to come back again.  Weather has been great too!  Excellent hospitality.Lovely dogs as well.

The Morrison Family - Grimsby 2007

Super accommodation with everything you could need.  An excelletn spot to be in for walks and cycle trails.  Many thanks foryour warm hospitality. The children have especially enjoyed their stay!  Hope to returm next year.

Philip and Sandra - Norfolk 2007

We have enjoyed our 2 weeks in the Barn, very relaxing and comfortable.  Thanks to you both formaking us feel at home.  Also for the fresh eggs, cake and markalade which were very much appreciated.  We will be back again soon.

Anne and friends - Liverpool
(Group booking for Barn, Cottage and B&B's)

So delighted to have found this "gem"!  9 ladies had a most comfortable and relaxing few days - we couldn't have wished for a more hospitable place o stay and hope to revisit in the future to use Sheldon Barn and Sheldon Cottage for our base for glorious Peak Disttrict Walks.
*****


Sheldon Cottage

Mr & Mrs B, Mirfield - June 03
"An excellent week in a first rate cottage - warm, cosy, v comfortable. Enjoyed some good walks and also met 'interesting'characters .. Red Lion at Litton and cafe at Monsal Head..."

The Thio family, Amsterdam - July 03
"What a fantastic week - exceeded all our expectations. Wopnderful cottage with friendly owners, Steve & Louise, who seemed to anticipate our every need. Very well equipped cottage, extremely comfortable and everything to go with it. Superb countryside - making Holland very dull and staid in comparision. Worth a return visit!"

The Ford family, Norfolk - Aug 03
"A warm welcome from Stephen & Louise. A lovely comfortable cottage. Very dog and child-friendly. Had a lovely holiday - thanks very much."

The Burch Family, Kent June 2004
"Our first visit to Derbyshire in 25 years, and the scenery is still as gorgeous as it was then. Made all the nicer by this lovely cottage and the lovely welcome from Stephen and Louise (the ginger cake and egss went down a treat!). The children loved the dogs and were unhappy to leave! Lots and lots to do around: Heights of Abraham, busy, but wonderful views, Crich Tram Museum – fascinating, Chatsworth – very intesting with scenic gardens. All in all, a wonderful week, with enough for people of all ages..."

The Seymour Family, Hampshire August 2004
This cottage is a little gem. It is set in a wonderful location with so much to see and do whatever the weather.

Annie and Gary – Liss, 2005
Without doubt this has been the absolute best ever cottage we have experienced – and we fear it will remain the case when we visit a few others this year. The total package of comfort, cleanliness and attention to detail coupled with the care and kindess of our hosts, Louise and Stephen, make Sheldon Cottage and absolute Gem. Regarding “where to go” – this obviously depends on individual circumstanfes…the variety of walks and selection of eating places will cover everyone of all ages. We hope to join the ever growing queue or “returners”. Thank you Louise and Stephen

Hazel & Marlcolm – Mirfield, 2005
Yet another super week in this excellent cottage. The new wood burning stove is a delight. The cottage is warm, comfortable and is now better than ever. We enjoyed some top class walks in this beautiful countryside.

Michael and Christine - Llanfairfechan, N Wales, 2006

We have really enjoyed our week in this superb accommodation probably the test we've stayed at in the area - every credit to Stephen and Louise for making our stay so comfortable.  We have enjoyed the garden open days, flower festivals, well dressings and walks on the moors and in the dales for which Monyash is a superb base.  We hope we can return in the future.

The Fantom Family - USA 2006

Wonderful cottage in ideal sport for both White and Dark Peaks of Derbyshire in the Derbyshire Dales.  We've had a great week and we think the cottage is superb.  Great that you managed to arrange such fantastic weather.

Sarah and Dave - Gloucester, 2006

Had a lovely time with fantastic weather and company.  Walks around the local countryside hleped us to walk off the yummy breakfasts across at the house...home made bread and cakes arer to die for.  We look forward to comibg back and seeing you both again.

Jean and John - Australia, 2006

Even though we have been travelling for 5 months we haven't been disappointed witht his lovely cottage.  It has been one of the best places we have stayed in.  We have loved the countryside and villages ardound the area.  We also visited the caves at Castleton, The World Heritage Listed Mills in the Derwent Valley and Chatsworth House.

The Kettlewell Party - Nottingham and Liverpool, New Year 2006

Fantastic cottage with great facilities, lovely welcome and presents went down very well!!  Beautiful and clean both Cottage and Barn are a home away from home.  Shower a bit difficult at first but secret is medium pressure and medium heath otherwise very cold.  Bigger cooker would be useful especially in cottager (felt we had to put somthing critical as everyone else so wonderful!  DVD Library excellent and much used.  Horse next door very friendly, we called him Henry!

(Please note their comments were correct and plans had been made for 2007 refurb of kitchen in Cottage, also new cooker in Barn, PLUS new bathroom in Cottage.  These are almost complete - Stephen and Louise Feb 2007!!)

The Hall Family - Devon

Had a great Easter Week.   The weather was terrific and did loads of walks and bike rides.  Teh kids didnt want to go home even thought they are exhausted.  The cottage was better than we could have ever imagined - its been home from home.  Thanks for the lovely cosy cottage and a warm welcome.
*****

Annie & Gary - Hampshire

This is our 3rd stay in SheldonCottage and itw as all as wonderful as in the past   We didnt have any idea about the kitchen and bathroom updating so they were an added bonus.  Thank you Lousie and Stephen for your warm hospitality, sll tyhr nd for just giving us a great week .... this is a Star Cottage.  PS Please can all animal lovers who stay here, pop out and give Jasper the horse next door a fresh carrot, some apple and a couple of polos each day plous he loves a bit of attention! (owners don't mind).

The Yates Family - E Sussex

Thank you for a warm, welcoming, comfortable cottage/  We've hjad a very relaxing holiday.  The DVD/Video Library is excellent, the boys enjoyed playing with your dogs, Eliot enjoyed the box of toys, the lemon cake was really tasty and a special thank you or Olivers chocolate birthday cake surprise.  We are planning on a return visit!

Sheldon House B&B

Mr & Mrs Isaac - May 03
"It is sad that we have to wait 4 weeks before we are here again! Thank you for being a 5-star bed and breakfast!"

Mr & Mrs Skingle - Aug 03
"Thank you Louise for caring for us so beautifully. Everything has been perfect and we hope to return in the autumn."

Taken from a Thank you letter from Mr & Mrs F, Surrey - Aug 03
"...I thought I would just drop you a note to say how much we enjoyed staing at Sheldon House on 1 August. When I found your website before booking and read "Best Peak District Bed and Breakfast" I naturally took it with a pinch of salt. However, we thoroughly endorse the statement. We could not find a fault in anything and we felt delighted at the comfortable and peaceful surroundings not to mention you personable service and interest.

We will be happy to recommend you to anyone visiting the Peak District.....And of course we will always call if we are looking for an overnight stop in the area.

Wishing you continued success in the business..."

James and Rob from Bristol January 2004
"The best value £27.50 you’re ever going to spend. Very comfortable accommodation, very friendly owners, very friendly dogs! Fantastic breakfast (especially eggs). Highly Recommended."

Mark & Katy from Dorset June 2004
"Excellent, friendly and comfortable. A very relaxing stay. Thoroughly recommended. Daily cake left in the room kep our spirits up as the rain poured down on us!"

David and Ann from Coventry July 2004
"First class accommodation, top notch food, friendly people. Will recommend."

David and Alison – Shrewsbury, 2005
Without doubt, this is thebest bed and breakfast we have been to. Superb food and the fruit salad, oh and the cake in the room!

John and Sandie – Surrey, 2005
Thank you so much for another wonderful week. Perfect in every way. See you again next year.

Natalie and Paul – Staffs,2005
Nothing is too much trouble. Accommodate and food superb. We know where we’ll be staying next time we are in this part of the country.
Michael - Beverley 2006

I have stayed in 5 Star Hotels that havebeen no better. Thank you.

Roger and Sara - Berkshire, 2006

Our first B&B - what a standard yo have set! We will have to come back to avoid disappointments elsewhere. A wonderful weekend - the little touches really make a huge difference. Thank you.

Derek and Margaret - Essex 2006

Thank you. Excellent food and hospitality. Fully inclusive, every small item proved. Will recommend with confidence!

The Stockport Golfers and Walkers 2006

Marvellous. Alastair Sawday will be advised!

Heather and David - Dorset, 2006

Absolutely wonderful, the warmest of welcomes, excellent accommodation and cuisine!

Lizzy and Charles, Suffolk 2007