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Exterior
Dining Room
Dining Room with High Chair
Steps to shower room
Family Room Single Beds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Cromford, ENG
  • Cromford Mill
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Gulliver's Kingdom
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Heights of Abraham Cable Car Station
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • East Midlands (EMA)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds, 1 Double Bed and 1 Crib

1 half bathroom

Shower room 1

Toilet · Shower only

Toilet 1

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

Historic Cottage in a Traditional Mill Village

Located in Cromford near Matlock in the Peak District, the cottage dates from 1765 and offers a relaxing and tranquil holiday setting away from the hustle and bustle of modern life. Steeped in history and part of the Derwent Valley world heritage site this beautiful cottage was once a local lead miners home. It became known as Tinsmiths Cottage because later occupants made pots and pans for the village.

Please note: Last minute short stays are welcome. We are away until 24th June 2025. If you wish to book please get in touch after this date.

The cottage accommodates up to 6 people, has a spacious oak beamed lounge, dining room, two toilets and well equipped kitchen.

The ground floor houses the kitchen and dining room with a large table and six chairs, and a highchair for those who require it. You will find the shower room with downstairs toilet leading off this room. Up the gentle staircase the large family bedroom, with its double and two single beds, is just right for a family where the children prefer to share a room. The double bedroom is great for those who want more privacy or just a cosier room. Both rooms have wardrobes and chests of drawers so that guests can feel at home during their stay. There is a toilet with a sink on this floor, too. The comfortable lounge has two settees and a large armchair providing plenty of seating for everyone, with a coffee table, a TV, a DVD player and a selection of family films. Books and board games are available during normal (non-pandemic) stays.

Property manager

Ian and Lesley Cox

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
A cot and high chair are available.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
One well behaved pet allowed. Two by permission
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed inside the cottage

Important information

You need to know

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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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 the city centre and on a river. Peak District National Park and Matlock Parks Country Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Gulliver's Kingdom and Steeple Grange Light Railway. Consider Blackbrook House for a night out or Crich Tramway Village if you're travelling with kids. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and rock climbing nearby.
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Cromford, ENG

What's nearby

  • Cromford Mill - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Gulliver's Kingdom - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • The Grand Pavilion, Matlock Bath - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Cromford Canal - 1 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Heights of Abraham Cable Car Station - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Cromford Station - 2 min drive
  • East Midlands Airport (EMA) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Fishpond - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Nelson Arms - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Riverside Fish Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Habib’s Cromford Fish Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kostas Cafe - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Cottage in a Traditional Mill Village pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Cottage in a Traditional Mill Village?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Cottage in a Traditional Mill Village?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Historic Cottage in a Traditional Mill Village located?

This family-friendly Matlock cottage is located on a river, within a 15-minute walk of Cromford Mill and Matlock Parks Country Park. Gulliver's Kingdom and Steeple Grange Light Railway are also within 1 mile (2 km). Matlock Bath Station is 27 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 83 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ralph P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great break!

Lovely place. Really enjoyable stay. Recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Owen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely location and hosts

I cant thank the hosts enough about how accomodating they were.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brilliant stay

Loved the property, lots of nice extra touches (our family loved all the games) and in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had a great time

The cottage was fantastic very quirky, everything i exactly how it was described.We slept in the double in the family room as we liked the space but the other room looked lovely. The owners were lovely and we found the area quiet but plenty of options toget out
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

karl m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend break with family

The property was ideal for us as a family First time in the area and everything was delightful So much to see and do within walking distance of the cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

gary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place

Very pretty place, well maintained in very nice area
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Nic Lewis

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage, great location, good value

Check in was good as it was autonomous but the road to stop and unload was much busier than expected - made more sense to park in the suggested spot and walk back down from there. Parking slightly concerning as not official - beware birds in tree make a mess! Cottage down footpath and nicely laid out. Typical old cottage but nicely kept. Didn't use much kitchen equipment and nice to have some items left for us by host. In all very positive!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacquie Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quirky Cottage

We were amazed at the size and layout of the property and suited all of our needs.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely old stone cottage

We really enjoyed our stay. A really interesting historical location and lots of places to visit nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Georgina K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay

Loved it and such a lovely place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evette M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Daughter's 18th get away

Lovely spacious cosy clean cottage. Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Clare H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous place

Very quiet location, well laid out property, with comfortable seating and beds, tiny issue dealt with incredibly fast by hosts, cannot fault them and plan to return
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hilary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tin Smith Cottage

Roomy property . Nice location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Alan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very interesting

Very interesting property a must stay here
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellena E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic stay

We loved this property. It was the perfect size for 5 of us (3 teenagers!) and in a great area. There are loads of walks locally and so much to do within short drives. The cottage was super warm and comfortable and the hosts very responsive to all enquiries.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Hilary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely traditional comfortable cottage

Very welcoming cottage, comfortable beds, plenty space. Only thing that wasn’t great was the parking as was very busy and quite difficult to find a space around the narrow streets. Really enjoyed our stay in a lovely cottage and beautiful location thankyou!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ros H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tinsmiths Cottage in Cromford

We recently spent a week in this lovely historic cottage. It was clean, comfortable, spacious and well equipped. There is plenty to see and do in and around Cromford and we highly recommend staying there.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice cottage everything you needed

Perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steven A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cromford

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Tinsmiths cottage ... lovely location ....a great base for exploring the Peak district.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A little gem of a cottage

Everything seems to have been thought of, and lots of nice little touches. Location unexpectedly steeped in history.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mini break

Cottage was old but Very comfortable, excellent area with lot's of places to visit. Just what we wanted
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

World heritage Cromford

V good
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great find and perfect spot

What a lovely cottage with almost everything you would need to make your stay comfortable. I would highly recommend this place for small groups or families. Just a stones throw away from the highstreet and the convenience store on the corner it was a perfect place for us but not much noise from the road, which was great. There is a lovely little play area for the kids just around the corner and a few lovely crafty shops, cafes and eateries.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Annette T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

pretty village and unique cottage

The cottage was beautiful and in a great location. Warning, the doorways are low and the downstairs bathroom unusable if you are over 6 foot. The interior is comfortable enough, not too fancy but was a great starting point for our explorations.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jill T.

Relaxing retreat

A fabulous weekend stay in Tinsmith's cottage, enjoyed the peace and quiet in this quirky cottage on the edge of Matlock bath. Definitely a good find! Thank you :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

About the host

Hosted by Ian and Lesley Cox

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