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The Old Weighbridge

Bakewell, Derbyshire
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Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
No Dogs
3 star
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Romantic
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
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At a glance

  • Railway-themed property, ideal for a romantic getaway
  • Neat and compact open-plan interior
  • Situated on the edge of Bakewell, a popular tourist town known for its Bakewell Pudding

Property code: OC-DCWEIG

The Old Weighbridge is an amazing little place providing quirky, railway-themed accommodation but so much more as well. It's just a short walk into Bakewell, Derbyshire's most famous market town. It's got off street parking which is pretty rare. It's got secure storage for bikes and, to top it all, it's just a stone's throw from the Monsal Trail.

Wander down into Bakewell with its excellent range of shops, restaurants, pubs and cafés. There are many of Derbyshire's famous holiday attractions, like Chatsworth House and Haddon Hall, close to Bakewell, but you can also easily reach other parts of the Peak. Marvel at the well-dressings in villages like Tideswell, cycle over Monsal viaduct and drink in the view or wonder if you can really believe your eyes as you look out from Curbar Edge over wave after wave of Peak District hills.

This quirky studio-style property, all on one level, is much more spacious than it might seem at first glance.

Living Room/Kitchen/Sleeping accommodation: A large, quality sofabed provides comfortable seating during the day and converts to a good-sized double bed at night. Enjoy meals at the compact table with chairs that stow away neatly beneath. There is a wall-mounted Freeview TV, DVD player and WiFi and a wardrobe/drawer space for clothes storage.

Kitchen: The compact fitted kitchen area has a microwave, under-counter fridge freezer and a portable two-ring hob as well as a good range of pans and utensils.

Shower Room: neatly fitted with a shower cubicle, WC and small wash basin.

OUTSIDE: To the front is a stone-flagged patio with bistro table and chairs, gravelled area and planters; secure storage for bikes is available. To the rear of the property is one private off-road parking space.

Bed linen and towels are provided, along with an 'essentials' Welcome Pack usually comprising tea, coffee, sugar, milk, biscuits, bread, butter, jam and cereal.

Underfloor heating and electricity are included.

Pets and smoking are not permitted.

Nearest pub - Bakewell. 0.5 miles.  Nearest shops - Bakewell 0.75 miles.  Nearest supermarket -  Bakewell 0.75 miles.

  • 1 double sofa bed
  • 1 shower room with WC
  • 2-ring portable electric hob, microwave, undercounter fridge
  • Welcome pack
  • Underfloor heating
  • TV with Freeview, DVD
  • Paved garden with seating
  • Private parking for 1 car
  • Pub 0.5 miles
  • Shop 1 mile
  • Regret no infants under 2 years
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Lesley Crowther

This property is personally managed by Lesley.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 22 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Martin 23rd March 2025

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Comfortable, cosy, accommodation with ample opportunities for walks from front door. Great location for Bakewell and Monsal trail.

Reviewed by Alan 11th February 2025

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Reviewed by Gordon 15th January 2025

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I have stayed at this property two times before, and I choose it because it is small and compact, ideal for my purposes

Reviewed by George 8th December 2024

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Very small with limited cooking facilities. But really cosy in the winter. And the walk to and from the thornbridge tap house was straightforward!!

Reviewed by Ian 23rd October 2024

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Reviewed by Tim 17th September 2024

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Compact, cosy would recommend for a short weekend break in an idyllic location

Reviewed by Mark 15th August 2024

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Great little cottage and perfect for a long weekend. Easy access to Bakewell, the Thornbridge Tap and a short drive to Chatsworth House.

Reviewed by Angela 10th August 2024

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Good location Adequate size and all I needed

Reviewed by Jo 12th April 2024

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This is a compact yet well equipped and positioned, holiday venue. Lots of great walks shops, eateries and pubs in walking distance. Great relaxing break with a steam train nearby

Reviewed by Luke 3rd April 2024

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A small, cosy cottage, full of character, that is only a short five-minute walk from Bakewell. Very well equipped despite its small size with a mini kitchenette and shower room. The host had even left some milk, butter, bread and cereals for a first day breakfast which was very kind. Great location (near multiple pubs and a co-op) and one on-site pRead morearking space. The property is next to the Monsal Trail station car park so you get a reasonable amount of footfall past the cottage during the day. If you have the blinds open people will be looking in but we didnt mind that too much! The bed pulls out from the sofa so not the most comfortable thing in the world but does the job and helps to keep the room nice and open during the day. Reasonably clean but the rugs could do with a bit of a wash! Ideal for a couple or solo traveller for a short stay. We were really pleased with our stay and thought the cottage was very charming, ideally located and good value for money. Hide

Reviewed by John 28th January 2024

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Lovely little cottage well laid out .

Reviewed by Anne 2nd October 2023

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Reviewed by Julia 16th September 2023

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Reviewed by Julie 13th September 2023

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Reviewed by Andrew 29th August 2023

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Great property. Perfect location to access lots of walks in beautiful countryside. Property is a labour of love. It has everything. Very cute. Great fun with expert end to end communication from Original Cottages.

Reviewed by Carolyn 22nd August 2023

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Reviewed by Ruth 20th August 2023

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A comfy TARDIS like property. Well equipped and excellent location for the Monsal Trail and short walk into Bakewell itself including Thornbridge Brewery, which would recommend for great beer, wine and pizza.

Reviewed by Karen 10th August 2023

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Lovely sweet tiny house, has all you need for being comfortable!

Reviewed by Rosemary 3rd August 2023

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Reviewed by Nicola 15th July 2023

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Lovely little home from home.

Reviewed by Vanessa 2nd July 2023

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Reviewed by Robert 6th June 2023

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Cottage would have benefited from curtains and a proper table lamp, as main lighting very bright.

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