Sheldon's Retreat is a B&B specialising in vegetarian breakfasts and, based in the village of Sheldon near Bakewell in the Peak District, is within driving distance of Chatsworth, Matlock, and Buxton. All rooms at Sheldon’s Retreat are en-suite with power showers and complementary toiletries. All rooms are non-smoking, and some have eco-beds with organic mattresses. Sheldon's Retreat features a cottage garden that allows guests to relax in a tranquil setting and enjoy the rural location. Free parking is available on the property. The B&B offers a Continental self-service breakfast. It is a vegetarian affair, with the eggs coming from the hotel’s own flock of free-range chickens. The Peak District is a popular destination for walkers, while towns such as Bakewell and Matlock appeal to those who love to explore quaint shops and real-ale pubs.
A number of guests make a point of saying that Sheldon’s Retreat is, as the name suggests, in a very peaceful part of the Peak District. That said, the guest house is not in the middle of nowhere - there is a pub over the road where guests can enjoy a drink on an evening, and local attractions are a short driving distance away.
The eggs served at Sheldon’s Retreat come from their own free-range flock of chickens, and many guests make a point of saying how tasty these eggs are. Indeed, the general ethos of Sheldon’s Retreat is all about sustainability, with guests liking the fact that they are provided with Fairtrade toiletries for example.
Guests are pleased that Sheldon’s Retreat welcome well-behaved dogs, as this means they can take their pet along to enjoy the many walks that are open through the Peak District.
Unfortunately, a number of guests have complained that the walls at Sheldon’s Retreat are thin. This means that the conversations of other guests can be overheard, leading to a feeling of a lack of privacy.
While the quality of the free range eggs gets a thumbs up, the quality of the breakfast in general gets mixed reviews. A significant number of guests find the breakfast to be decidedly average in quality, with some guests saying that the vegetarian breakfast on offer is lacking in flavour and a range of options.
Sheldon’s Retreat markets itself as a luxury guest house, but some guests have questioned this by arguing that loose wires on view, thin walls, lack of gardens, and a perceived low-quality breakfast do not constitute luxury.
No, Sheldon's Retreat doesn’t offer pool areas.
No, Sheldon's Retreat doesn’t allow pets.
Yes, Sheldon's Retreat provides Parking for guests.
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Sheldon's Retreat is located in Home Farm, DE45 1QS, Bakewell, United Kingdom.
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