Three Bears Cottage - just perfect for exploring the glorious Peak Park!

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A stone building with a "PRIVATE NO PARKING" sign, a satellite dish, and potted plants.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a sink, and a washing machine.
A vintage green stove with a black chimney, a towel hanging on the side, and a wall-mounted tennis racket.
A kitchen with a green stove, wooden cabinets, a trash can, and a window with curtains.
A kitchen with a green stove, wooden cabinets, and a stone wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Barbecue
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Peak District National Park
Sleeps 42 bedrooms2 beds

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Eyam, England
  • Place, Peak District National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Eyam Museum
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Eyam Hall
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manchester (MAN)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Three Bears Cottage - just perfect for exploring the glorious Peak Park!

This cute cottage in the centre of Eyam is the perfect spot to learn about the courage & self sacrifice of a community in 1665 who, in one of the first cases of what we now know as 'self isolating', stopped the plague spreading across the country after it had ravaged London. Today you can explore this unique history in Eyam museum and St Lawrence Church, visit Eyam Hall and its craft shops or just enjoy breathtaking views walking around the village. You can even discover a secret waterfall or walk up to The Barrel, where walkers set off to on the Mass Ramble across Kinder Scout which gave us all the Right to Roam!
Close by are the Blue John caverns at Castleton, the magnificent Chatsworth House & gardens, Haddon & Hardwick Halls, Buxton, Bakewell (home of the pudding), Matlock, Crich Tramway museum, The Peak Rail, the Tissington & Monsal trails.
The cottage comprises of a lounge, two bedrooms (one double & one twin) and a shower room. There is an aga, which keeps it warm and cosy all year round, a microwave, wood burning stove, TV and lots of information about what to see and do in the peak. Outside there is a private paved seating area.
At the end of August the village hosts the last Well Dressing in the Peak when three wells are dressed in thanks for the water. The Well Dressing Week opens with a traditional service in the church and blessings at the wells. There are lots of events over the week culminating in the parade and Sheep Roast in the centre of the village the following Saturday.
Chatsworth Country Fair takes place over the first weekend in September then the trees change to red and gold and Autumn arrives when the walking is glorious.
Winter in the peak is beautiful as cold bright days arrive and the Aga and wood burning stove come into their own! Christmas celebrations start in November with Castleton famed for its Santa's Grotto and Christmas lights and Chatsworth House and gardens decorated to create a magical Christmas experience with a Christmas Market too!
January and February are times to chill and be cozy but then the Peak comes to life again in the Spring when walking the River Derwent along the Monsal Trail is the place to see nature come to life with ducklings and baby Moorhens along the route.
The Peak is glorious throughout the year - come and enjoy all it has to offer!

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House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
There is no stairguard
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 11376821
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Hope Valley

Hope Valley is home to this cottage. Bakewell Golf Club and Hope Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Virgin Balloon Flights and Chatsworth House Labyrinth. Sheffield Botanical Gardens and Sheffield Winter Garden are also worth visiting.
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Eyam, England

What's nearby

  • Peak District National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Eyam Museum - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Eyam Parish Church - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Eyam Hall - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Chatsworth House - 15 min drive - 13.3 km

Getting around

  • Grindleford Station - 17 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Quackers Café - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Packhorse Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Crispin - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hassop Station Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Grouse Inn - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Three Bears Cottage - just perfect for exploring the glorious Peak Park! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Three Bears Cottage - just perfect for exploring the glorious Peak Park!?

As of 31 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Three Bears Cottage - just perfect for exploring the glorious Peak Park! on 5 December 2026 start from NZ$763, 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.

Where is Three Bears Cottage - just perfect for exploring the glorious Peak Park! located?

Situated in Hope Valley, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Eyam Museum and Eyam Hall. Derbyshire Dales National Nature Reserve is 2.6 mi (4.3 km) away.

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Verified review

10/10 Excellent

tracey r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our little dream cottage, a cosy retreat, to snuggle after a busy day. Ideally located in the village with a cheap car park nearby. The host emailed us with exciting trips, local events and plenty of information. Will definitely be returning if the festival is in the same place. The beds were so comfy, and we slept solidly, and the dog loved the tiled flooring. The garden was a little hideaway that captured the sun, a private, relaxing area. Would highly recommend it .
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2026
Thank you Tracey. I am glad you enjoyed your stay and the festival! Fingers crossed it is near Eyam again in the future, but if not you are welcome to come back any time.

About the host

Hosted by Elaine Johnson

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My Great Grandad was born in Basildon Moor Farm, just near Wirksworth and married his wife Sarah in Brassington Church. They moved to Stockport but my family has always been drawn back to the Peak. We bought Three Bears Cottage in 1996 and have loved it ever since.

Why they chose this property

Eyam is an interesting village, full of both social and industrial history. Built after the the plague, Three Bears was once part of a building where workers from the shoe factory in the centre of the village lived.
The name itself came from the previous owner, who had three children. It is however quite apt as there used to be Bear Baiting in the centre of the village; the Bear Ring can still be seen.

What makes this property unique

Three Bears is ideally placed to enjoy the village of Eyam but also the surrounding area.

Languages:

English, French
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