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Dating back to 1750 and retaining much of its character and charm.
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10 out of 10
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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3
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Kniveton, near Ashbourne
- Place, Carsington Water5 min drive
- Place, Peak District National Park9 min drive
- Place, Tissington Hall10 min drive
- Airport, East Midlands (EMA)49 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 3)
Bedroom
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Dating back to 1750 and retaining much of its character and charm.
Dating back to 1750 and retaining much of its character and charm. The garden has a pleasant outlook and there is a pub within walking distance.. All on the Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: (3 Steps), TV, DVD Player, CD Player, Electric Woodburner, Sofa Bed (Single)
Kitchen: Breakfast Area, Electric Cooker, Fridge/Freezer, Washer Dryer
Annexe:
Ground Floor:
Bedroom: (2 Steps), Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Electric heaters, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. High chair. Welcome pack. . Large enclosed courtyard with BBQ and garden furniture. Enclosed garden with Summer House. Gate to large garden with mature trees (shared with owner). Bike store (on request). Private parking for 2 cars. Please note: There is a stream at the end of the owners’ garden.. Nestling in a peaceful location in the picturesque village of Kniveton and dating back to 1750, this barn conversion offers quality accommodation, equipped and furnished to a very good standard with flair and imagination. Retaining much of the original charm and character, with beamed ceilings and interesting little niches, this delightful holiday cottage, with excellent Wi-Fi signal, situated adjacent to the owners’ home, is ideally placed for exploring this beautiful area. There is also a large array of outdoor space, perfect for your four-legged friends to roam free. The market town of Ashbourne, ‘Gateway to the Peak District’, and Dovedale are only 3 miles away where guests will find a good choice of shops, restaurants and pubs. Carsington Water offers sailing, windsurfing, rafting and canoeing and is an ideal place to spend a day out in the Derbyshire countryside. This is a wonderful location for walking and touring with Chatsworth House, Matlock, Buxton, Bakewell and the Potteries only a short drive away. Shop 3 miles, restaurant 1 mile and pub 500 yards.
The Creamery can be booked with Milkmaids Cottage (UK31860) to accommodate up to 9 guests
Free WiFi
There is open water in the property grounds.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Living/dining room: (3 Steps), TV, DVD Player, CD Player, Electric Woodburner, Sofa Bed (Single)
Kitchen: Breakfast Area, Electric Cooker, Fridge/Freezer, Washer Dryer
Annexe:
Ground Floor:
Bedroom: (2 Steps), Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Electric heaters, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. High chair. Welcome pack. . Large enclosed courtyard with BBQ and garden furniture. Enclosed garden with Summer House. Gate to large garden with mature trees (shared with owner). Bike store (on request). Private parking for 2 cars. Please note: There is a stream at the end of the owners’ garden.. Nestling in a peaceful location in the picturesque village of Kniveton and dating back to 1750, this barn conversion offers quality accommodation, equipped and furnished to a very good standard with flair and imagination. Retaining much of the original charm and character, with beamed ceilings and interesting little niches, this delightful holiday cottage, with excellent Wi-Fi signal, situated adjacent to the owners’ home, is ideally placed for exploring this beautiful area. There is also a large array of outdoor space, perfect for your four-legged friends to roam free. The market town of Ashbourne, ‘Gateway to the Peak District’, and Dovedale are only 3 miles away where guests will find a good choice of shops, restaurants and pubs. Carsington Water offers sailing, windsurfing, rafting and canoeing and is an ideal place to spend a day out in the Derbyshire countryside. This is a wonderful location for walking and touring with Chatsworth House, Matlock, Buxton, Bakewell and the Potteries only a short drive away. Shop 3 miles, restaurant 1 mile and pub 500 yards.
The Creamery can be booked with Milkmaids Cottage (UK31860) to accommodate up to 9 guests
Free WiFi
There is open water in the property grounds.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 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
This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
This property accepts credit cards
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; 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
Ashbourne
Located in Ashbourne, this cottage is in a rural area. Pipes in The Peaks and The Regent Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Tissington Hall and Cromford Mill. Alton Towers and Edward and Vintage are also worth visiting.

Kniveton, near Ashbourne
What's nearby
- Carsington Water - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
- Saint Oswald's Church - 8 min drive - 6.9 km
- Peak District National Park - 9 min drive - 7.6 km
- Tissington Hall - 10 min drive - 5.6 km
- Glass at the Barn - 10 min drive - 5.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Mainsail Restaurant - 4 min drive
- The Red Lion - 2 min walk
- Costa Coffee - 6 min drive
- The Smiths Tavern - 6 min drive
- Birds - 5 min drive
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Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
11 Apr, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Craig
28 Oct, 2020
We really enjoyed our stay.
Craig
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Julie
15 Aug, 2020
A lovely cottage, clean and comfy.
Julie
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