Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
Onsite parking available
Convenient and secure on-site parking, a rare amenity in the area.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Close to Lumsdale Valley
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Barbecue
Garden
Explore the area
Lumsdale, Tansley Wood, near Matlock
Lumsdale Valley
Place, Lumsdale Valley
1 min walk
Hall Leys Park
Place, Hall Leys Park
4 min drive
Matlock Parks Country Park
Place, Matlock Parks Country Park
4 min drive
East Midlands (EMA)
Airport, East Midlands (EMA)
66 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom
1 King Bed
Bedroom
1 Double Bed
Bedroom
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom
Bathroom
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
WATER BAILIFFS LODGE
A fabulous property set in 16 acres of beautiful unspoilt scenery with a cosy living room and plenty of outdoor space.. Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, CD Player, Multi-Fuel Burner
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Living room 2: (No TV), Sofa Bed (Double) (Children Only)
Utility Room: Washing Machine
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: Single (3ft) Bed, Single (2ft 6in) Bed
Bathroom: Corner Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels, fuel for multi-fuel burner and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Welcome pack.. Large garden with garden furniture and BBQ. Shared 16-acre grounds. Private parking for 4 cars. No smoking. Please note: There are unfenced ponds and a stream in the garden.. Water Bailiffs Lodge is located in the tranquil backwater of the Lumsdale Valley, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with picturesque waterfalls and mill ponds dating from the Industrial Age. With superb view towards the hillsides of Matlock and Riber in the heart of the Derbyshire Dales, this property provides a relaxing get away from it all holiday experience. This west wing of a former mill owner’s home dates from the 18th century and stands in 16 acres of rolling, peaceful countryside with ample private parking for four cars, and is just a short distance from the market town of Matlock. The quiet, rural location is the perfect base from which to tour the surrounding countryside of Derbyshire and the Peak District National Park with many delightful walks right from the door of the property.
With a stylish blend of old and new throughout, the ground floor has a cosy living room with oak beams and wood burner, a well-equipped farmhouse kitchen, a reading area with sofa bed (for children under 12), a utility room and a bathroom with a corner bath. Upstairs are four rooms: a spacious master bedroom with kingsize bed; a second bedroom with double bed; and the third bedroom with a single bed and a 2ft 6in bed. An upstairs shower room completes this restored property.
Outside, visitors can enjoy the spacious open area with garden ponds and a stream. The grounds, which are shared with the neighbouring holiday cottage, are very large and provide the ideal place where you can fly kites, play ball games or just to relax on a quiet evening watching the sun set whilst enjoying a spot of alfresco dining.
Here at Water Bailiffs Lodge you have the best of both worlds: wonderful walks in the surrounding open Derbyshire countryside, and for days out, you are within close proximity to all the major tourist attractions the Derbyshire Dales have to offer. Certainly an idyllic rural retreat, yet the historic spa town of Matlock is only a mile away with its award-winning park where band concerts can be enjoyed on a Sunday summer afternoon, and where an annual Christmas Victorian market held is in December. Matlock Bath, named the little Switzerland of England, is just a couple of miles away and the famous illuminations are held here each year in September. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.
Water Bailliffs Lodge can be booked together with Waterfall Cottage (UK4027) to accommodate up to 12 guests.
Free WiFi
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Please note there is an Access Statement available for this property. If required please call 01228 406731. Property sleeps 6 adults and 2 children.
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There is open water in the property grounds.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
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Property # 11102758
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Matlock
Located in Matlock, this cottage is in a rural area. Arc Leisure Centre and Derwent Gardens are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Chesterfield Market and East Midlands Designer Outlet. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at SMH Group Stadium, or consider a night out at Blackbrook House.
Heights of Abraham Cable Car Station - 9 min drive - 6.3 km
Getting around
Matlock Station - 10 min drive
East Midlands Airport (EMA) - 59 min drive
Restaurants
Farmacy - 19 min walk
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Ostello Lounge - 3 min drive
Duke of Wellington - 9 min walk
The Remarkable Hare - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is WATER BAILIFFS LODGE pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at WATER BAILIFFS LODGE?
As of 18 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at WATER BAILIFFS LODGE on 13 February 2027 start from NZ$324, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at WATER BAILIFFS LODGE?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at WATER BAILIFFS LODGE?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at WATER BAILIFFS LODGE?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is WATER BAILIFFS LODGE located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Lumsdale Valley, Hall Leys Park and Matlock Parks Country Park. Crown Square and Arc Leisure Centre are also within 2 miles (3 km). Matlock Station is 29 minutes by foot.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Really well equipped and comfortable cottage, ideal location for walking and exploring Peak District
Really well equipped and comfortable cottage, ideal location for walking and exploring Peak District. Owners very helpful and welcoming.
Jeanette Mansell
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Susan Walton
8 May 2025
A very comfortable stay and a welcoming host.
A very comfortable stay and a welcoming host. Situated in a beautiful location with lots of interesting local walks. Matlock is a 5 minute drive away to stock up. Literally a 4 minute walk to the local micro brewery and also a glass blowing workshop. Uphill there is a water fall which is about a 10/15 minute walk.The cottage is kept immaculately, and is very well equipped. A bonus was to be able to have a wood fire stove on the chillier evenings.We would thoroughly recommend at stay at Wendy and Nigel’s Waterfall Cottage.
Susan Walton
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