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The Old Mill’s front
The Old Mill’s front
The Driveway parks 2 cars
From the driveway few steps down towards the front door.
Park 2 cars on the side of the wall

Reviews

9.4 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Holloway Matlock, England
  • Place, Lea Gardens
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Leawood Pumphouse
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Heights of Abraham Cable Car Station
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, East Midlands (EMA)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Good Central Based

The Old Mill and Cottage which dated from around the 18th century has full of character, quirky with old beamed ceilings, an old spiral staircase and a unique tower with a magnificent view of the Derwent Valley. The Old Mill has four bedrooms; a double bedroom in the tower, a twin bedroom, an adult bunk bedroom and a family room with 2 double beds and a single bed. It has two bathrooms, a large lounge with 4 settees, a large dining room with a large table that can seat10/12 easily, plus a small table that can seat 4 and a large patio garden with a gas BBQ. It is a perfect venue for a family holiday, a get-together party and a quiet hen and stag night. The adjacent cozy Cottage with an en-suite double bedroom and a sofa bed is the 5th bedroom. The properties can sleep 14/15. The properties have been sympathetically restored to a high standard and are very well equipped kitchen as well as having a large patio garden with BBQ and 2 tables for al fresco dining.
Holloway is an ideal base for exploring Derbyshire and the Peak National Park. It is a quiet rural village with a general store, pubs and restaurants close by. The Heights of Abraham cable car ride, Gullivers Kingdom, Arkwright Mills and Crich National Tramway Museum are all minutes away, whilst Chatsworth House, Haddon Hall, Carsington Water, Dove Dale and Alton Towers are all within easy traveling distance.

We allow reservations to check in Friday to Friday, Friday to Monday and Monday to Friday, but if you are interested in booking to check in some other dates, please send us an inquiry and we will more than glad to settle it for you!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No pets allowed No smoking inside the house Pls leave the house clean & tidy Any breakages should be replaced Electric Car charging is not permitted
Please note; all bookings days are Friday to Monday, Monday to Friday or Friday to Friday, unless otherwise agreed with owner.
Christmas Period 23rd to 27th December minimum of 4 nights New Year 29th December to 2nd January minimum of 4 nights

Important information

You need to know

Property # 8813205
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, but there are gas appliances; 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 holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Chatsworth House and Leawood Pumphouse are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit East Midlands Designer Outlet and Chesterfield Market. Consider Blackbrook House for a night out or Crich Tramway Village if you're travelling with kids. Rafting and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and horse riding nearby.
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Holloway Matlock, England

What's nearby

  • Lea Gardens - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Leawood Pumphouse - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Crich Tramway Village - 6 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Gulliver's Kingdom - 8 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Heights of Abraham Cable Car Station - 9 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

  • Cromford Station - 8 min drive
  • East Midlands Airport (EMA) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Family Tree - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Greyhound Hotel, Restaurant & Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Fishpond - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Boat Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪FIG Coffee House - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Good Central Based pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Good Central Based?

As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Good Central Based on 6 January 2027 start from NZ$607, 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 Good Central Based?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Good Central Based?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Good Central Based?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Good Central Based located?

This family-friendly Matlock holiday home is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Lea Gardens and Leawood Pumphouse. Crich Tramway Village and Steeple Grange Light Railway are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kia P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house for a New Year’s Eve get together with friends and family. Kitchen really well stocked with pots and pans with more than enough crockery and glasses for a full house of guests plus plenty of fridge freezer space. We didn’t come across anything we were missing. Hosts were great, Terence came and greeted us on arrival and also came to say goodbye at the end of our stay but left us to our own devices for the rest of the trip which was perfect. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely wonderful stay here, spiral staircase a bit daunting but soon got used to it.A lovely welcome cake which was enjoyed by all. Thank you for your hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sarah j.

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

Great place for meet up with friends

The property worked really well for a group of friends to stay. Clean, well equipped and relaxed vibe. Area has lots to do and great walks.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very well equipped, plenty of room for all! A most delicious chocolate cake was presented to us, so nice!We all had a wonderful time. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 August 2025
Thank you so much for your custom and your Review and also for leaving the properties clean and tidy. You are all welcome here anytime. With best wishes, Terence and Imelda xxx
Verified

8/10 Good

Janet D.

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

70th Birthday Weekend

The Old Mill was a great place to celebrate a birthday with plenty of space for the 3 generations of our family. Imelda's cake was a bonus!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane G.

Lovely property tricky spiral staircase

The property was ideal
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2020
Hi Diane. We are pleased that the properties were suitable for you and your family. Thank you for your custom and Review. Best regards, Terence and Imelda.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John Y.

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

Great value property in good location just outside Peaks

Very helpful owner who brought us cake! The property has everything you need for a group of friends, with 9-10 separate beds. Downside is it is bit cramped - particularly the kitchen and the narrow spiral staircase. But for the price it's great and we'll probably go again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 June 2024
Thank you so much for your Review, John. You all are welcome here anytime. Best regards, Terence and Imelda
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gillian e.

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

June family holiday from USA

All 10 of us had a lovely holiday (5 adults and 5 children.) Beautiful setting, gorgeous views and countryside. Local butchers and post office. We were lucky to be there for the village carnival, so much fun, just like stepping back in time. Terence and Imelda were great hosts, Imelda baked 2 delicious chocolate cakes for us during our stay. Lots of room for us all, My husband and I stayed in the cottage which was comfortable.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2022
Thank you so much, Gillian, John and family, for your custom. We are pleased that you had a lovely stay at The Old Mill and Cottage and in Derbyshire. Take care of yourselves. xxx
Verified

8/10 Good

Philippa B.

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

A wonderful weekend

We rented the property for a reunion of 8 women friends over 60 as it provided enough bed space to spread out. It was ideal and we had plenty of laughs going up and down the spiral staircase, some of us with creaking joints! The owners were very helpful and we enjoyed Imelda's chocolate cake. Only thing missing was a folder of instructions for the use of the equipment and numbers such as local doctors etc, and we'd have liked a visitors book to write in.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Jason P.

Disliked: Check-in

Pegram family

Nice house but a very tired garden also the stairs to the kitchen are shocking & unsafe for young kiddies to walk down also the older generation as very steep very tight very poor design but a nice location but I’d certainly change the stairs as we wouldn’t return purely for that factor
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 August 2023
We have been doing this holiday lets for over 25 years and the old spiral staircase which is an original feature has always been there as stated in VRBO website and guests can see spiral staircase in the photographs. “Regarding stating the spiral staircase is dangerous for the children, we have had hundreds and hundreds of children staying here as well as old people over the last 25 years. We have several group rebooking these properties on a regular basis.“ Our price tariff is very competitive and value for money especially when 14 guests stayed here like yours. Also, it stated in the website we do not allow pets. We are sorry that we did not allow your dog to stay in the property. We are very disappointed with your 2 star review and also all the rubbish you left here.
Verified

8/10 Good

Kimie L.

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

Lovely property for our large group, VRBO hiccup caused stress, spiral stairs not 4 everyone

Our family of 9 (6 seniors, myself, + 2 children) stayed at this lovely property. Plenty of rooms/beds to accommodate a large group. 1 bedroom is separate, a studio apartment adjacent. The house had everything you could need. Well stocked with bedding, kitchen items, appliances. Heating was on so we never felt cold. Garden to enjoy meals/sunsets. Quiet neighborhood. The hosts were easy to reach and friendly and also kind enough to bring us a welcome cake! Did not explore too much on foot. It's short drive to Matlock and Matlock bath. We enjoyed the area and found it safe and relaxing. Only access to the kitchen/dining area/garden are down spiral stairs. I underestimated how much of an issue this was for the elder folks, who felt the stairs were daunting/dangerous. If you have children or elder folks you may want to consider another property. That there was a hiccup with VRBO where they never sent me any sort of reminder about the second payment. I made the initial booking, paid the deposit, then days before our stay (months after booking) I was sent emails from VRBO with check-in and property info. I thought we were set. The owner came one morning while I was asleep, demanded to speak to me immediately and was quite irate that the second payment hadn't been made. I was unaware since I'd never received any email. The host initiated a request for 2nd payment. I got the message and sent payment then and there. Could have been addressed in a calm, friendly manner instead, IMO.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer J.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls walking weekend.

Excellent location we could begin our walks directly from the property. Everyone commented that the beds were very comfortable and the lounge had plenty of sofas enough for everyone. The stairs to the kitchen and dining room were a bit steep for some of the older members of our party, but the dinning area was spacious for us to eat in. Good value for money and would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Suba M.

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

All good

All good
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia C.

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

Family holiday - three generations

The main property is on three levels with a spiral staircase between the bottom floor and the middle floor and a more conventional staircase to the bedroom on the upper floor. The lounge is on the middle floor and the kitchen and dining room on the bottom floor. This did not cause our group of 5 adults, aged between 35 and 67 years, and 5 children aged 7 to 10 years. I think the children enjoyed the novelty. The place is very well equiped with cutlery, crockery, kitchen utensils and pots and pans. The big dining table could seat 10 comfortably and there was also a small table for 2 or 3. The cottage, which sleeps 2, is completely separate, also well equiped, and the entrance is not in the same courtyard but is 20 metres up the road from the main gate. This splits the family up but meant that the oldest member could have some peace and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul N.

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

Spacious property in Holloway

This is a great place to stay with lovely walks in the valley along the canal and past all kinds of industrial heritage, old mills etc. Much more is in easy reach by car. The property itself has a quirky layout which makes it feels even larger than it is - and means big groups can comfortably enjoy the space without feeling crowded. Great value too.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth H.

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

Base camp

Very interesting and quirky house. Great views over the valley and would be a lovely spot for walking from. We visited for a family wedding where we needed space for a large group. We were out most of the time, hosts couldn’t do enough for us and also baked a delicious cake on arrival. The spiral staircase is narrow and quite steep. My only criticism would be that the house was cold when we arrived and didn’t really warm up until the following day. I suspect it had been unoccupied for a while with the heating being off/low prior to our booking.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison B.

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

Great for friends and family get togethers.

I stayed with 8 of my friends to celebrate a belated 50th birthday delayed due to the pandemic. We had everything we needed to enjoy a weekend with friends going on a local walk using the local pub very friendly and just relaxing in the peaceful countryside. Would also like to say a big thank you to the owners whom had baked us a beautiful chocolate cake very much appreciated.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grant S.

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

Excellent stay

We had a great stay here . There was 10 of us staying & there was plenty of space The hosts were very kind & the freshly baked cake went down a treat Alton towers is about a 50 minute drive from the property Would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew R.

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

Was just what was required.

Very straight forward.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill R.

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

well positioned property

Property worked well for us with 4 different households, one of which had a baby and a toddler, so downstairs rooms very useful. Also cottage was seperate. Spiral stairs were a little challenging especially taking children down. Overall we really enjoyed our stay. Good location and handy shop close by. Very good pub in next village
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Diane C.

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

Well equipped spacious property.

Lovely to all be together again. Very well equipped. Parking a bit difficult as large family coming from different areas so 4 cars.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John A.

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

Perfect place for a non-beach holiday!

The Old Mill was the perfect size for 14 of us (grandparents, two families, unmarried daughter and boyfriend). The facilities and equipment are ample and generous. The lounge is a lovely room for everyone to come together. There are flowers everywhere outside the property, which is attractively built in local stone, and apparently goes back to 1790. The one tricky feature is the original mill spiral staircase, but you soon get used to it. There's a lot of history locally - I hadn't realized that Florence Nightingale's home was literally opposite the end of our road; and the Arkwright miles are just a couple of miles away - but you're close to lots of key attractions, which the green, lush Derbyshire countryside hides away in the background very effectively. All of us, from 3 years old to 73, had a brilliant time, and the care and pride of the owners in their property contributed significantly to that. (As did the homemade chocolate cake which they presented us with...!)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John W.

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

Stunning location and building.

Great host, strange bed arrangement but with the cottage also available the 10 of us were very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Lucy S.

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

Lovely place, full of character and home comforts

We had a great time at The Old Mill and Cottage. Terrence and Imelda were lovely hosts, they even baked us a welcome cake. The place itself was nice and clean and had everything you would need for a comfortable stay. Great local walks and not far from Matlock Baths.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Sarah H.

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

Spacious and everything you need

A lovely property, had loads of space, helpful owner. We really enjoyed our stay and will be back again. Thank you!

About the host

Hosted by Terence & Imelda Wood

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My name is Terence Wood. I was in the building and civil engineering job but now I am running a self-catering business, The Old Mill and Cottage, for past 18 years with my wife Imelda and we have 3 children. Once in a while children help us when they're no school.

Why they chose this property

Holloway is a lovely quiet rural village where Florence Nightingale family used to live, "a fame to claim." When I was a teenager and playing football I came across this village and said to myself that one day I am going to live here. Yes, I did! I bought 2 houses before then I bought The Old Mill. As a builder sometimes you can project the benefits of the building. It was a derelict when I bought it and I renovated it until it become a house. Part of the property is our living accommodation and part of it is to let, where it is now.
Having The Old Mill and Cottage to let is a blessing for me. No need to travel to work, it is just next door to us. Children help us when they are no school.

What makes this property unique

For the size of the property, it is value for money. There is a grocery shop nearby 500 yards away and the Post Office. The Jug and Glass Restaurant is a mile away. The Maycock Butcher is 700 yards away. Bus Stop next to us. Plenty of walks to go to.

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