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Swallows Nest

Matlock, Derbyshire
Original Cottages

This property is managed by our sister brand Original Cottages info_outline

Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
No Dogs
4
star
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Romantic
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Pub nearby
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At a glance

  • Gorgeous single-storey holiday home in the tranquil village of Birchover in the Peak District
  • Beautifully arranged accommodation for a couple on a romantic Derbyshire retreat
  • Sun-soaked patio overlooking a beautiful, mature garden to enjoy on warm summer days
Property code: OC-DCSWNB

A delightful cottage in picturesque, peaceful Birchover, at the heart of the Peak District National Park, this is the perfect place for a romantic getaway. Sleeping two guests, the single-storey, one-bedroom retreat is in a great location for anyone who enjoys exploring on foot or by bike, but is also suitable for those with limited mobility. Lace up your walking boots and head 0.5 miles to Rowtor Rocks, for example, to see an interesting rocky outcrop with a number of caves or make your way 1.5 miles to Nine Ladies Stone Circle. This bronze age stone circle is said to depict women who were turned to stone as a penalty for dancing on Sunday. Visit Chatsworth House, 7 miles away, with its magnificent stately home and impressive parkland grounds.

Step into the cottage to find yourselves in a light-filled lounge, with a vaulted ceiling and floor-to-ceiling windows at one end. Here there is comfortable seating where you can relax as you look out on to the garden or watch the TV or a DVD. There are French doors here that can be opened on warm days and a table where you can sit down to romantic meals together. The fitted kitchen is compact but features everything you are likely to need during your stay. The comfortable bedroom at the cottage has a double bed and an en-suite shower room.

The sun-soaked patio at this property is the perfect place to enjoy a glass of wine at the end of the day and to take in the lovely view out over the mature, lawned garden.

  • 1 double bedroom
  • 1 en-suite shower room with WC
  • Oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher
  • TV and DVD
  • Large garden with lawn, patio and garden furniture
  • Parking for 1 car
  • Storage for bikes
  • Shop 2 miles, pub 100 metres
  • Regret no children under 2
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Lesley Crowther

This property joined our collection in 2020 and is managed by Lesley.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 43 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Darren, 22nd September 2024

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Fab stay, fab Annex, friendly welcoming owners, lots of great places to visit pretty near by, the Druid Inn did good food, thanks

Reviewed by Yvonne, 14th September 2024

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Reviewed by Peter, 26th August 2024

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Perfect!

Reviewed by Jacqueline, 11th August 2024

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The cottage was lovely. We enjoyed the location and home from home comforts. The amount of wildlife kept my husband (photographer) busy for hours. Lovely owners, good communication.

Reviewed by Sue, 3rd August 2024

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Lovely cottage and excellent location. Highly recommended

Reviewed by Jeff, 14th July 2024

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Reviewed by Rosalind, 8th June 2024

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Great cosy Cottage in wonderful area.

Reviewed by Graham, 8th June 2024

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Made welcome when we arrived asked for somewhere to leave our bikes put in shed gave us the key plenty of wildlife out of back door

Reviewed by Richard, 26th May 2024

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Swallows Nest is perfect for us, in the right position for visiting so many places. It also is comfortable and has enough space for us (one of us is in a wheelchair). Owner and his son are very friendly and helpful. It's nice knowing you can go and settle in quickly with no worries, in a lovely and peaceful setting. This is now a regular place for Read moreus to stay each year ! Hide

Reviewed by Susan, 18th May 2024

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A really lovely property in a tranquil setting.

Reviewed by Glenda, 14th May 2024

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We love Swallows Nest so much weve just been for our 5th visit. Two lovely pubs within walking distance, if you love to walk there are places to explore. If you just want to chill out and relax come stay here you wont regret it

Reviewed by Peter, 30th April 2024

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perfect accommodation for 2 lovely view over owners garden plenty of bird watching 2 pubs with food within walking distance

Reviewed by Colin, 17th April 2024

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Enjoyable stay but no welcome pack ! A pint of milk would have been nice

Reviewed by Derek, 6th April 2024

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A lovely place to stay!!

Reviewed by Gaynor, 3rd April 2024

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Lovely, comfortable cottage and we were made to feel very welcome.

Reviewed by Andrew, 20th March 2024

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Reviewed by David, 10th March 2024

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Reviewed by Nicky, 29th February 2024

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I spent a wonderful 5 nights at 'Swallows Nest'. It was the perfect base for exploring the Peak District. The owner welcomed me and the moment I stepped into the property I felt at home. It was cosy & clean. It's very comfortable, well equipped and so tranquil. The only sound you can hear is birdsong, the owner left me some seeds for the bird tRead moreable. It was a joy to sit in the recliner and watch the birds and a squirrel too! Highly recommend Swallows Nest for a relaxing break! Hide

Reviewed by Denise, 18th February 2024

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Reviewed by John, 21st January 2024

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Excellent cottage. Very comfortable and warm. The owner very helpful when we had puncture. Highly recommend.

Reviewed by Susan, 17th December 2023

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Lovely clean bright cottage with the added touch of visits from local wild life.

Reviewed by Sarah, 12th December 2023

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A fabulous little cottage with everything you could need. Very comfortable and warm. Locality is great for exploring the peak district.

Reviewed by Clive, 23rd November 2023

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Very cosy, well equipped cottage, ideally located for walks. The owner is very friendly and welcoming. Two pubs in the village both serving good food.

Reviewed by Susan, 18th November 2023

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We expected Swallow's Nest to be good, but it exceeded our expectations! Beautifully presented property in a lovely setting. We will definitely be back. Many thanks.

Reviewed by Edward, 21st October 2023

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Reviewed by Anonymous, 19th October 2023

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Reviewed by Carl, 9th October 2023

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Reviewed by Glenda, 3rd October 2023

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Reviewed by Stuart, 23rd September 2023

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Reviewed by Brenda, 10th September 2023

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Swallows nest is a little peace of heaven. The property is homely and comfortable. The owner lives next door and couldnt be more helpful and friendly but not disturbing your holiday. The scenery of the surrounding countryside is beautiful. We would definitely go back again.

Reviewed by Michael, 3rd September 2023

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Lovely property in a nice location. The cottage was very comfortable and felt home from home. Was very quiet and if you were a bird watcher there were lots of birds that came into the garden. Your very close to Stanton Moor which is great for a walk. I would definitely recommend this property.

Reviewed by David, 26th August 2023

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Reviewed by Stephen, 6th August 2023

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Reviewed by Dennis, 22nd July 2023

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A very satisfactory self catering holiday with excellent support from the owner Mr. A.Prince .

Reviewed by Chris, 11th June 2023

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Lovely comfy clean well equipped cottage. TV too small to see comfortably .would definitely book again

Reviewed by Mark, 4th June 2023

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Been to swallows nest before lovely cottage owner lives on site and is very helpful.

Reviewed by Richard, 27th May 2023

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We loved Swallows Nest, clean, comfortable and in a super setting of a lovely village in beautiful countryside near to Chatsworth. We were made very welcome by owner Andrew, and had everything we needed. Simple things like a large fridge and freezer in the kitchen, a very comfortable bed and a shower that cleared the cold water before showering andRead more garden views made the experience wonderful ! Hide

Reviewed by Philip, 7th May 2023

Everything was first class, what more can I say but thanks for everything.

Reviewed by Philip, 7th May 2023

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Everything was first class what more can I say but thanks for everything.

Reviewed by Julia, 22nd April 2023

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All the above together with a very hospitable host who made us feel at home from the moment we arrived.

Reviewed by Murray, 13th March 2023

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Everything about the property was as described and reasonable value for money. Based on our experience Original Cottages would be our first port of call for future similar bookings. We'd also like to thank the owner and his son for going above and beyond in clearing a foot of snow on our part of the drive and path, which meant we were able to do moRead morest of the activities we had planned to do. Hide

Reviewed by Caroline, 25th October 2022

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Swallows nest was cosy yet modern and well equipped. The owner Andrew was very friendly & helpful. Good location & recommend Druids Inn. Only annoyance was the Wi-Fi which continually dropped.

Reviewed by Frances, 9th October 2022

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Super property and most helpful owners

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Location

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