Ivy Cottage
ID: S1326119
- Bedrooms 2
- ・ Sleeps 2
- ・ Pets No
Guests say
Ivy Cottage is a charming, peaceful retreat in a tranquil rural setting, ideal for those seeking relaxation and access to beautiful Peak District walks. Guests appreciate the cottage’s character, lovely gardens, and cosy atmosphere. The property is well-equipped for a comfortable stay, with thoughtful touches from the owners. Some guests noted areas for improvement, such as cleanliness, maintenance, and the need for updates, but overall, the cottage offers a delightful countryside escape with stunning views and a welcoming feel.
Several guests found the cottage clean and cosy, but a number of reviews mention the need for a deep clean, musty smells, and issues with the washing machine and bins. Cleanliness is adequate but could be improved.
The location is highly praised for its tranquillity, beautiful countryside views, and proximity to Peak District walks and attractions. The rural setting is a highlight for most guests.
Guests generally found the cottage cosy and comfortable, enjoying the peaceful atmosphere and beds. Some mentioned the cottage could be cold at times, and the sofa and duvets could be improved for added comfort.
The cottage is well-equipped for most needs, but some facilities require attention. Issues include the washing machine being unusable, limited hot water, small TV, and some maintenance concerns. The kitchen and garden are appreciated, but updates would enhance the experience.
Guests frequently mention thoughtful touches such as starter milk, cakes, tea, coffee, and toiletries provided by the owners. Please note, these gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Guests of Ivy Cottage will be spoilt for choice with things to do, with walking, watersports and sightseeing all within easy reach..
Ground Floor:
Living room: TV, Freesat, DVD Player, CD Player, Woodburner
Kitchen/dining room: Microwave, Fridge, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: Bunk (3ft) Beds (Children Only) (One Adult Only).
Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate. Welcome pack. . Large, enclosed, lawned garden with patio and garden furniture. Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There are steep stairs at the property.. This beautiful, detached, chocolate box cottage nestles in the wonderful, rural village of Aldwark, in the middle of the famous Peak District. Lovingly restored, this Grade II listed house offers wonderful accommodation brimming with character, and is perfect for those seeking a quaint retreat in one of the UK’s most spectacular landscapes. 100ft above sea level in the Peak District open countryside, Aldwark is a small, rural village in Derbyshire, with lots of neighbouring villages all offering their own traditions, such as well dressings, carnivals and fêtes. Situated close by is the Old Peak railway which offers wonderful walks, cycle paths and bridleways, with the added bonus of no vehicles being allowed. Carsington Water is about 3 miles away, and offers a wide range of watersports for all the family. Cromford’s famous Arkwright Mill and Matlock Bath are a short drive away, as well as Bakewell with its well talked about puddings! Eyam, Dovedale’s stepping stones, Crich Tramway Museum, Buxton, Chatsworth House, Wirksworth and Ashbourne, with its traditional weekly markets, are all worth visiting. After a busy day exploring, this delightful cottage is a wonderful retreat. Shop, pub and restaurant 2 miles.
Free WiFi
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Nearby points of interest
- Gullivers Kingdom Matlock
- Dovedale
- Crich Tramway Village
- Kedleston Hall
- Alton Towers
- Cbeebies Land
- Lumsdale Valley
- Thor's Cave
Reviews (15)
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Moirwen Waters
Lovely cottage in a great location. Quiet, peaceful village. We loved sitting in the private garden with a glass of wine listening to the birds and watching all the butterflies. Cottage is small but comfortable with everything needed for a relaxing week.
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D. Thorpe
The property is advertised as 2 bedrooms but the bunk room is on the landing at the top of very steep stairs and you have to walk through this to get to the main bedroom (so not a separate bedroom and at the top of very steep stairs so not suitable for children/elderly people).There are smoke alarms but the windows upstairs are not big enough to get out of should there be a fire and the only way out is through the front door (no back door) which didn't feel particularly safe.The TV in the lounge is a portable TV that you'd normally have in a bedroom so not the best for watching TV of an evening, and there are several extension wires and cables running throughout the lounge.The garden is nice and big but there are only 2 loungers, it would have been nice to have a table and chairs to sit out and eat/drink at.The washing machine and dryer are in an outhouse - we didn't need to use either but the washing machine had a dirty towel hanging out.Whilst I understand the property is grade 2 listed which limits what can be done I do feel the property requires a health and safety inspection and some upgrading and I have raised this with cottages.com.We did try to change properties due to the above but there were no suitable alternatives and as we had plans we had to stay, but we left a day early and received a refund for this from cottages.com
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Vani Thirukkumar
It’s nice property and very quite areaThings to know there are no shops/restaurants in walking distanceAlso if the bin can be placed in another are that would be great as the bin smells as soon as open the door We didn’t open the windows due to smell