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Historic Catherine Cottage at heart of Ashford-in-the-water
King size bed in master bedroom, views over village to hills beyond
Bright airy bathroom with full sized bath for and shower, heated towel rail
Entrance hall with storage for boots and walking gear
A comfy place to relax in the lounge
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4100 sq m

Popular amenities

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Ashford in the Water, Bakewell, Derbyshi, England
  • Popular LocationVirgin Balloon Flights4 min drive
  • Popular LocationHaddon Hall Manor7 min drive
  • Popular LocationChatsworth House15 min drive
  • AirportManchester (MAN)56 min drive

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Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Twin Bedroom

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Cosy historic cottage in beautiful village with shop, cafe, pub.

This historic cottage offers everything you need to enjoy a relaxing holiday and village life in a quality home-from-home. It's in the middle of the most beautiful village in the Peak District among rolling hills and dales, steps from the river, two brilliant pubs, village shop and tea room. There is a posh restaurant 3 minutes away, and the shops and cafes of the stunning market town Bakewell are a 5 minutes.

The cottage has been recently renovated to retain the best historic features while providing all mod cons. The accommodation comprises:-

Entrance Hall: with a boot bench and plenty of coat hooks to store all your walking gear.

Lounge: large and sunny with fabulous large open wood stove (fire) and comfy leather sofa and chairs, coffee table and TV/Freesat/DVD stand. There is a large bookshelf containing maps, local guides, books, games, puzzles and DVDs for your use.

Kitchen: fully equipped with all crockery & utensils, oven & hob, microwave, washer/dryer, and plenty of storage space in the shaker-style cupboards. The dining table seats up to 6. All cleaning and washing up liquids, tablets and clothes/tea towels are provided.

Downstairs loo: handy toilet and basin plus cupboard with vacuum cleaner, iron, ironing board.

Master Bedroom: large sunny high-ceilinged bedroom with window seat looking over village towards hills behind. Contains very comfortable king sized bed, comfy chairs, Victorian sandalwood dresser with drawers and mirror, wardrobe with full length mirror and drawer, bedside tables, alarm clock/radio, hair dryer, luggage rack. All linen is provided.

Twin Bedroom: has two single beds with view over gardens and park to hills behind village. Contains wardrobe & drawer, traditional clothes rack, bedside table. All linen is provided.

Bathroom: bright and airy, with full-sized bath with hand shower, shower over bath & shower screen, toilet, sink, shelves & cupboard, heated towel rail. Complimentary shampoo, body wash and all towels are provided.

Backyard: this is a small covered paved & gated area outside the back door, where there is room to store bikes and gear.

The hosts use this cottage themselves throughout the year and ensure everything is kept clean, efficient and super comfortable.

What we love about the cottage: Catherine Cottage is in the middle of a most beautiful, small and friendly village which has enough life to provide interest but is quiet enough to help you relax and chill. We are literally steps away from two fabulous pubs that serve meals snacks and drinks, a teashop that does breakfast lunch and teas and has the best cakes, and we even have a village shop. We're also next door to the river and the church and surrounded by historic buildings and beautiful countryside. The village is right in the middle of the Peak District so nothing is more than 30 minutes' drive, giving us easy access to varied landscape and numerous pretty villages. The walking / cycling is amazing and can be done straight from the door. And, we are close to some of the most interesting historic sites in the UK including Chatsworth House, Haddon Hall and the spa towns of Buxton and Bakewell.

Property manager

John

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Dogs are charged extra £20 per stay per dog

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Dogs must be pest and disease-free, and kept off all furniture. Dogs must not be allowed upstairs.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 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

Bakewell

Located in Bakewell, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Old House Museum and Eyam Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bakewell Golf Club and Goyt Valley. Travelling with kids? Consider Bloomers Original Bakewell Puddings and Baked Well Pottery Painting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Ashford in the Water, Bakewell, Derbyshi, England

What's nearby

  • Virgin Balloon Flights - 4 min drive
  • Derbyshire Dales National Nature Reserve - 4 min drive
  • Haddon Hall Manor - 7 min drive
  • Chatsworth House Labyrinth - 15 min drive
  • Chatsworth House - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Buxton Station - 19 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • White Lion - 2 min drive
  • Wheatsheaf - 3 min drive
  • Joiners Arms - 3 min drive
  • The Old Original Bakewell Pudding Shop - 3 min drive
  • Hassop Station - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cosy historic cottage in beautiful village with shop, cafe, pub. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Cosy historic cottage in beautiful village with shop, cafe, pub.?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Cosy historic cottage in beautiful village with shop, cafe, pub.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cosy historic cottage in beautiful village with shop, cafe, pub.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cosy historic cottage in beautiful village with shop, cafe, pub. located?

This family-friendly Bakewell cottage is located on the riverfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Bakewell Golf Club, Bloomers Original Bakewell Puddings and Baked Well Pottery Painting. Old House Museum and All Saints Church are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beyond Fabulous
It’s impossible to say how wonderful this cottage is. The owners send very helpful information beforehand and go above and beyond with communication and helpful advice. The cottage is kept beautifully and is exceptionally located. It is so comfortable and well equipped. Cannot say enough about this fabulous place!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Catherine Cottage
The cottage is beautiful, spotlessly clean and has everything you could need for your stay. It is surprisingly spacious a bit like the TARDIS from the outside. The village is gorgeous and the people are friendly. It's a great base for walking and having a tea rooms next door is an amazing bonus. The road outside can be quite busy and the vehicles drive surprisingly fast for a rural village but we guess this is just 21st century living! Thank you for a lovely week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay
This property, and its location, is amazing. Check in was a breeze and the property was exactly as described. The village of Ashford-in-the-Water is also lovely, and the cottage sits next to a cafe and a pub. Ashford is ideally located for exploring much of the Peak District, whether by car, foot or bike. There is also a bus service which passes through the village. All rooms are immaculately cleaned and decorated and furnished to a high standard. This is a really stand-out property and I have no hesitation in recommending it to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by John

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We spend as much time as possible in the Peak District as we have roots here and love the landscape and way of life. We have been renting our cottage out since 2018 and have had over 100 visiting couples, families and groups of friends to stay with 99% great reviews. This was through an agency, but in 2022 we decided to leave the agency and do the bookings ourselves. Visitors have particularly remarked on the cleanliness, the good quality of the decor and renovations, the location and amenities, and that they feel at home as soon as they walk in. We stay in the cottage often and are always looking to improve the experience for ourselves and our visitors.

Why they chose this property

This looks like a classic cottage from outside, but unlike many cottages, it's a Tardis inside! It's roomy enough for proper chilling inside, but also perfect as a base for activities across the Peaks. It's well equipped, has a separate kitchen / diner and lounge, handy downstairs loo, and is super cosy.

The village is quieter and more relaxing than well known tourist places like Bakewell or Buxton, but is close to everything in the area. You can spend your break here without using your car because you can walk straight out of the door to enjoy teas, breakfast & lunch at the Aissford tea room, drinks lunch and supper at the Bull's Head pub, and totally brilliant posh food at the Rafters restaurant as well as walking or biking the many trails and quiet lanes on the doorstep. Within 20 minutes with a car there are numerous pretty villages (including Bakewell with shops, antiques and eateries as well as stately homes and galleries.

What makes this property unique

- cottage has historic features with up to date facilities
- everything you need for a stay is supplied including linen, towels, washing liquids etc.
- free superfast broadband
- easy free parking near the door
- shop, café, restaurant and pub in walking distance
- quiet village with picturesque features like ancient Sheepwash bridge & River Wye, Tithe Barn
- walk straight into beautiful countryside
- close to varied attractions like Chatsworth House and Gardens, Haddon Hall, Hardwick Hall, Kinder Scout, Alton Towers, Matlock Bath, Buxton Opera & spa, Sheffield, Manchester.
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