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21.10.11 Glasgow
Holly loved the hot tub and cats. Cottage absolutely fabulous, well kitted out, hot tub a great bonus. Amanda and Martin great hosts. Will be back.
17.6.11 The Bines
Our third year here and as lovely as ever, weather kind to us, so that's a bonus. We will miss our daily visits from Carrot! We will take him home one year!! Thanks Amanda and Martin for a lovely week.
29.4.11 Rose Collins (Age 14)
The cottage is beautiful! The views breathtaking. I was labelled the "moody teenager" this holiday but that was mostly because I preferred to sit in the hot tub taking in those breathtaking views. The hardest thing is now leaving without Carrot! Loveliest cat ever! I loved the garden especially on a hot sunny day.
21.3.11 The Woodley family, Durham, Lichfield & Australia
What a way to celebrate a 60th birthday! Amazing place - can we stay here for ever? Beautiful cottage, warm, cosy and welcoming. Sitting in the hot tub was THE BEST, especially when the birds sang. Thank you so much for creating a wonderful place.
18.3.11 The Fowlers, Surrey
Thank you Amanda and Martin (and cats)! for such a welcoming lovely stay. The cottage is simply charming and we enjoyed the views and hot tub every evening. You have restored the cottage so beautifully and it feels so spotless and homely, thank you for sharing it with us. We'll be back soon we hope.
9.12.10 Northamptonshire
Many, many thanks to Amanda and Martin. It's our second time here and will definately not be the last! Simply a beautiful place to escape to!
27.9.10 Newark
What can I say, champers & chocolates on arrival for my mum's 65th birthday. Such a warm welcome and an obvious pride in your stunning creation. We have stayed in some fantastic places before but The Old Granary is by far the most tasteful, comfortable and well appointed of them all. Brilliant. My children have fallen in love with Carrot, quite possibly the largest cat in town! I have fallen in love with the views - breathtaking. Thank you so much for a great weekend.
21-28 May 2010 Reading
This is our second visit to the barn and it was just as wonderful as the first time....our only regret is that we didn't stay longer, we will be back in 2011 and hopefully for 2 weeks.
15.2.10 Rotherham
Fabulous way to spend our honeymoon. Idyllic surroundings for an idyllic time, loved every minute, gets better every time, will definitely be back for our fifth time. Thanks Amanda and Martin for your hospitality.
6.2.10
Simply, it felt like home from the moment we walked in. A heavenly 10 days, sorry to leave, eager to return!
22.1.10
Thank you for a lovely relaxing week. Your cottage is so lovely - we really loved it here. Thank you also for your kindness and hospitality. Already dreaming of when we can come back....
21.12.09 Lancashire
Beautiful conversion, lovely location. Sitting in the hot tub during a snowstorm in the evening was a definite highlight, one of the memories that made our honeymoon here at The Old Granary.
23.11.09
Fantastic cottage, the best we have stayed in. Hot tub is the icing on the cake. Definitely coming back next year! Thanks.
16.11.09 Nottingham
This place is definitely a piece of heaven all rolled into one - absolutely gorgeous, peaceful and relaxing. Beautifully decorated throughout, this deserves the 5 star its been given. Thank you Amanda & Martin for a most blissful break, which we do hope to do again.
30.10.09 The Netherlands
Had a relaxing week in superb cottage in lovely surroundings. A view and setting to be remembered!
2.10.09 Wokingham & Ruislip
A really enjoyable holiday - the granary has been really well designed to take full advantage of the fantastic view and is very well equipped - the hydrotherapy spa has been great to relax in after a days walking. Would really recommend Chatsworth farm shop for eating lunch or buying meat. Thank you both for a week to remember.
12.9.09 Bedfordshire
Congratulations to Martin and Amanda for creating such a wonderful haven. It has been a pleasure to spend a week here, just sorry it is over so quickly. On the positive side - we can't wait to come back.
20.8.09 Sandwich, USA
Our first visit to the UK. What a wonderful place to stay. Very homely and comfortable. Loved Carrot, came close to packing him into my suitcase! Simply lovely cottage. We highly recommend the local Indian and loved our nightly hot tub time.
14.8.09 Amotherby, N. Yorks
The loveliest cottage we've ever stayed in - so many imaginative touches and very friendly owners, thank you! We recommend a visit to Scarthin Books in Cromford, Haddon Hall and Chatsworth House (of course).
20.6.09 Ashburn, USA
A little bit of heaven. The view is fabulous and the cottage so inviting. Thank you.
17.3.09 Stockport
Back after only two months! Thanks for making it possible. Cottage as beautiful as ever. Delightful weather on Monday added to the enjoyment of our break. Hope it won't be too long before we can return.
27.3.09 Sheringham
The only problem we encountered has just arisen - how can you add any superlatives to those already written!! Thank you Martin and Amanda for everything. Superb!!
23.2.09 Bedfordshire
Thank you Amanda and Martin for another enjoyable break, everything looked as lovely as it did on our last visit.
26.01.09 Bolsover
Lovely chill weekend, we really loved it, went too quickly, would like to have stayed longer - next time perhaps! Thanks Martin & Amanda, we admire what you have achieved in this project. Marvellous touches, hope to see you soon. Best wishes & good luck for 2009!
New Year 2008 Nottingham
A great and cosy place to see in the New Year. Loved the hot tub. Lots of good walks. We will be back. Many thanks.
Christmas 2008 Wales
Had a lovely Christmas here - we loved watching the stars from the hot tub. Cottage has been beautifully converted and every detail well thought out. We'll be back!!
7.11.08 Eastbourne & Yarmouth.
Lovely accommodation with superb views, excellent facilities - very much enjoyed our stay.
3.11.08 Blackpool
Fabulous cottage, enjoyed bonfire and friendly company, great pie and peas, a lovely stay enjoyed by all.
24.10.08
Lovely break in your beautiful cottage enjoyed by all, thank you.
21.10.08 London
Fantastic stay, lovely property and setting - we'll be back many more times i'm sure.
10.10.08 Newcastle & Sheffield
We love it! We love it! We love it! thank you for a perfect relaxing weekend.
4.10.08 London, Clitheroe, Ramsbottom
What a lovely place to celebrate our birthdays and meet our family, love the cottage and the warm welcome from great hosts, thank you Amanda & Martin for everything, good luck in the future.
26.9.08 Altrincham
Thank's for a lovely stay in your cottage - a great home from home in lovely surroundings, loved the hot tub.
19.9.08 Luton
Fabulous cottage location, spa is fantastic and well used, views terrific, what can we say it was a fabulous weekend enjoyed by all, definately will be back!
15.9.08 Rotherham,South Yorkshire.
Fantastic cottage, lovely views, absolutely well used hot tub, what a relaxing week, we will be back.
8.9.08 Lincolnshire, Lytham St. Annes & Lancashire.
Lovely house in the most fantastic surroundings - the views are truly magnificent, very comfy and cosy with everything you need for an enjoyable relaxing holiday, thank you Amanda and Martin for your kind hospitality.
30.8.08 Gloucestershire
Amazing cottage, gorgeous decor and very well appointed, hot tub well used, enjoyed Jasper and Carrot's company, lovely break in beautiful cottage thank you, see you again soon!
22.8.08
A lovely cottage, fantastic views and a warm welcome from all including Jasper & Carrot, we have had a lovely holiday, thank you. P.S. if you find a teenager loitering in the hot tub return them to Norfolk!!
15.8.08 Middlesex
A fantastic and very busy week of caving, walking, cycling around the area and relaxing evenings, the cottage is superb and we loved it here, thanks for very much for taking care of us all.
8.8.08 Co. Antrim, N. Ireland
We have had an amazing holiday, no-one wants to leave, the cottage has been so comfortable, don't think we could have asked for anything more, we especially liked the country decor, the hot tub, the beautiful garden, the beds and the peace and quiet. I really want to stay please!!
22.7.08 San Fransisco, California
Absolutely perfect place for us to stay close to family, boys and I (and my friends) loved the hot tub, we will be back next year with my husband.
27.6.08 Co. Durham
Fantastic holiday, beautiful cottage and views, lots of great places to visit, perfect holiday made extra special by this cottage and it's owners (oh yes and the hot tub)!! thanks - worth every penny.
23.8.07 Aldershot
"Simply lovely cottage and very friendly welcome. The cottage is quiet and beautifully finished. The hot tub - well what can we say! The kids had a fantastic time, as did the grown ups. The cottage is perfectly placed for exploring the Peak District. Good luck with the venture - we'll spread the word!!"
24.6.07 Highnam
"Beautiful views add to the wow factor of your lovingly restored property. Decorated with such taste throughout. Thank you for making us feel so welcome".
24.11.07 Alnwick
"By far the best 5* accommodation available in Derbyshire. Thanks for a fantastic holiday".
5.7.07 Perth, Scotland
"Absolutely fantastic cottage...the best we've ever stayed in according to my 7 year old daughter. Beautifully furnished, views and hot tub...what more could you ask for? Vowed to come back".
13.7.07 Nottingham
"A lovely, relaxing spot. Thank you for your warm welcome and for all your help during my stay...the barn has been beautifully restored and is a credit to your hard work".
23.7.07 Ayr, Scotland
"Thank you for a lovely welcome, cottage is wonderful, view and hot tub fantastic, we will be back".
3.8.07 Grays, Essex
"What a fantastic cottage! The view is spectacular too. Thank you for a fabulous stay...the girls will miss your cats".
10.8.07 Worksop, Sheffield & Suffolk
"Super holiday in fantastic cottage, marvellous views and a hot tub...this place has everything you could possibly want for a good relaxing holiday! Thanks very much, we wish you well with your venture! Thanks for your lovely warm welcome and the eggs were delicious"!
9.6.07 Redmarley, Gloucestershire
"What a stunning cottage, I wish my home was decorated and furnished so stylishly! We'll be back".
30.8.07 Tunbridge Wells
The cottage is fabulous - we loved the decor inside and the hot tub, view and chickens outside! Crich Memorial tower is a beacon to find your way home from miles around - we enjoyed walking to it across the fields. While there is so much to do here, the best entertainment is the coutryside. Enjoy!
7.10.07 York
Although just a weekend we had a great time and will definately be a must again at some time in the future.
29.10.07 Cumbria
A beautiful cottage, well recommended. Enjoyed the weekend and hot tub. Thank you.
2.11.07 Hayling Island
Lovely cottage, great facilities - everything you could want for a home from home break! Highlights were the views and hot tub - fantastic!
4.11.07 Market Harborough
This place is a jewel of a find. Lovely homely atmosphere, in an idyllic spot. Will definately be returning. Thank you.
5.10.07 Leeds
"A beautifully restored cottage surrounded by peace and quiet. Perfect for recharging the batteries. Lewis, our grandson appears to have taken an interest in anything with 4 legs, fur or feathers. The welcome gift of wine, chocolates and eggs were a pleasant suprise. The hot tub was made good use of. Thank you so much. See you again.
7.9.07 Chichester, West Sussex
Well what can we say...lovely people, lovely place and a lovely time we have all had! Wish we could stay longer.
21.9.07 Burton Latimer
A beautiful cottage in a beautiful part of the country! Wonderfully stylish and well equipped. Thanks to you all for your warm welcome-especially to Tom for keeping Oliver entertained with the chickens!! A very relaxing holiday (at least as much as is possible with a 1 yr old tear-away). Thank you.
8.2.08 Upper Sheringham
Wonderful place for a relaxing base to explore the beautiful countryside. The cottage is of the highest standard and the animals a constant source of entertainment. We will certainly be back and recommend to all our friends.
13.6.08 London
What a truly wonderful stay the views breathtaking the cottage charming and the experience perfect.
20.6.08 Swansea &Thame
We really appreciated what a wonderful retreat Amanda and Martin have created. TV in kitchen an absolute bonus so wives did not have to endure endless football! We wish you well and will be wholeheartedly recommending The Old Granary.
27.6.08 Co. Durham
Fantastic holiday. Beautiful cottage and views, lots of great places to visit - perfect holiday made extra special by this cottage and it's owners. (oh yes and the hot tub)!
4.7.08 Witley, Surrey
Loved the house, the views, the hot tub and especially the cats!! Had a super holiday.
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