We fancied an overnight break to Bakewell and Buxton and I struggled to find reasonably priced accommodation and after spending hours searching the internet finally found 2 Lumford Cottages.

I’m glad we did because it was perfect for us. The price was £50 for the room for one night which was considerably cheaper than anything else I found.

I was a bit concerned that it might be a mistake but as we only wanted a bed for the night I chanced it.

We arrived and were greeted by a very friendly couple who were chatty and charming. We were shown to our room which I think was the only room available for rent in this family home. The first thing that struck me was that it was extremely cosy and comfortable and then I noticed the beautiful view from the window (see photo).

We were given a set of keys and told to do our own thing and not to worry about when to come back.

We had a private bathroom next to the bedroom which was spacious and clean and... more