The Old Cartshed - AWARD WINNING Eco conversion ,sleeps 10, Peak District views SC

We had an amazing 2 nights in both cottages in Troutsdale Farm. I cannot praise this place highly enough. The cottages themselves are excellent - really good value, very homely, comfortable beds and spacious. Stepping into them feels like home. The location is great and near to lots of great walks and pubs. Barbara, who runs the place, was so friendly and accommodating from first contact. She was extremely helpful with suggestions for our stay. She made a fresh sponge cake and flapjacks for both cottages, both of which were excellent If I could give ten stars, I would!

This was our second time at the Old Cartshed, we came back as we had enjoyed it so much the first time. The house is spacious and comfortable with lovely views and is very peaceful, quiet but close to Leek and other attractions.

The hosts, Barbara and Ray, were the most friendly and helpful people you could hope to meet. The Cartshed was ideally located in the countryside with a host of family attractions in easy travelling distance. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

A group of 10 of us stayed at The Old Cartshed for my sister’s Hen Do and it was the most perfect weekend! The property is beautiful, with stunning views, and it felt so cosy (especially with the log burning stove already lit for our arrival). There was plenty of room for all 10 of us, including space to relax in the lounge and enough plates/cutlery/glasses (which can be a worry with large groups). The beds and duvets were very comfy too! Barbara had made some delicious flapjack, and even got some balloons for us, which was so thoughtful. She also checked in on us throughout the stay to make sure everything was going smoothly. The location is great, with lots of things to do nearby. We had a walk around the nearby resevoir and a delicious roast at the local pub. Overall, an amazing stay! We will definitely be back, and would recommend to everyone looking for a wonderful and peaceful weekend away!

We had a great stay in this lovely cottage. The rooms were spacious with lots of features in keeping with the building itself. Barbara, the host, was welcoming and helpful throughout. Happy to recommend.

We had a lovely family get together for Christmas at this beautiful cottage. Bedrooms were spacious and clean. The kitchen had everything we needed and the living room with log burner was v cosy. Barbara, the owner, was very welcoming and nothing was too much trouble. Would highly recommend.

Great stay, well specced, and all the finishing touches had been thought through! Would definitely recommend!

Lovely cottage just as described. Excellent communication with the host. Would definitely recommend.

SUPER location and property for a large group. We had 20 people in total, rooms were a great size, mixed between single, double and bunk, with a combo of ensuite or not. All rooms a great size and very accommodating. The kitchen was massive with all the equipment you would need. Kids loved being outside, with all the land and freedom to roam, in a safe space. Barbara was lovely to communicate with and quite possibly makes the best flapjacks in the north. Others clearly agree from the comments I read in the guest notebook, as we were leaving. Really great accommodation and if we find ourselves in the area again, this property is one I would look to stay in.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Old Cartshed! The barn was cosy, comfortable and very well equipped for our big family get togethers! We loved that there are footpaths to walk from the barn around the reservoir and very handy that Leek is within close driving distance. Barbara is a fantastic host and went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. This is our third stay here and needless to say won’t be the last! Highly recommend for a countryside retreat.