An exquisite, Derbyshire retreat, this enticing cottage nestles in undulating countryside on the fringes of the Peak District. Sleeping four guests, the two-bedroom abode is close to the village of Middleton, 3 miles from Wirksworth. Step out to experience the abundance of wildlife at the Hopton Quarry Nature Reserve, 500 metres from the cottage, or plan walks into the national park to explore its magnificent landscapes. Head into Wirksworth to browse in its shops, dine out in its eateries and visit the StarDisc amphitheatre, an enormous sculpture and star chart, carved into black granite, which mirrors the northern hemisphere’s night sky. Carsington Water, with its 8-mile circular walk, opportunities for cycle hire and water sports, is just 2 miles away.
Enter to discover the appeal of this cottage, with its beautiful rooms and underfloor heating. There is an inviting lounge with an oak floor, comfortable seating and a wood burner to light during the colder months as you watch TV or listen to the radio. A large glass door in here can be pulled open on to the garden whenever the weather is fine. A sunny garden room, with timber panels, doubles as a lovely dining room, where you can sit and eat as you gaze out at the garden. The duck egg blue kitchen is a sizeable space for preparing meals during your stay and comes with all the high quality equipment you might need. Also downstairs is a WC. Head upstairs to find the two king-size, boutique-hotel-style bedrooms. Each of these has an individual look and comes with an en-suite shower room.
There is a lawn at the cottage, as well as a very spacious patio, where you can light the barbecue, relax on the garden furniture and absorb the superb views. There is secure storage for bikes out here.