AWARD-WINNING, 5* LUXURY, THE WATER MILL, DERBYSHIRE, SLEEPS 14-16 PERSONS

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A room with a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a bar area with stools and a bottle of Taittinger champagne.
A stone building with a watermill attached, surrounded by greenery and a gravel path.
A modern kitchen with wooden beams, pendant lights, a dining area with chairs, a white cabinet, and a framed picture on the wall.
A spacious living room with a wooden ceiling, a staircase, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.
A modern kitchen with wooden beams, a dining area with chairs, and a staircase.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Your own private chef
    One of the few properties offering private chef services.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Massages in spa
  • Hot tub on site
  • Patio
  • Limo or town car service available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Breakfast for a fee

Explore the area

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Ashbourne, ENG
  • Place, Tissington Hall
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Carsington Water
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Peak District National Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, East Midlands (EMA)
    ‪63 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1 - Mill Race

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 - The Hoist

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 3 - The Hopper

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4 - Haven Brook

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5 - Corn Loft

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6 - Mill Stones

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 7 - Flour Keep

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

6 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 - Mill Race Ensuite

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2 - Shared

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3 - Corn Loft Ensuite

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4 - Mill Stones Ensuite

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 5 - Flour Keep ensuite

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 6 - Shared

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Ashbourne

Located in Ashbourne, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Pipes in The Peaks and The Regent Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Chatsworth House and Tissington Hall. Consider Blackbrook House for a night out or Alton Towers if you're travelling with kids. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and rock climbing.
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Ashbourne, ENG

What's nearby

  • Tissington Hall - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Glass at the Barn - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Carsington Water - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Peak District National Park - 6 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Saint Oswald's Church - 10 min drive - 9.5 km

Getting around

  • Cromford Station - 23 min drive
  • East Midlands Airport (EMA) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪House Of Beer Ashbourne - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Benny's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Red Lion - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Miners Arms - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Birds - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is AWARD-WINNING, 5* LUXURY, THE WATER MILL, DERBYSHIRE, SLEEPS 14-16 PERSONS pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at AWARD-WINNING, 5* LUXURY, THE WATER MILL, DERBYSHIRE, SLEEPS 14-16 PERSONS?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at AWARD-WINNING, 5* LUXURY, THE WATER MILL, DERBYSHIRE, SLEEPS 14-16 PERSONS?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at AWARD-WINNING, 5* LUXURY, THE WATER MILL, DERBYSHIRE, SLEEPS 14-16 PERSONS?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is AWARD-WINNING, 5* LUXURY, THE WATER MILL, DERBYSHIRE, SLEEPS 14-16 PERSONS located?

This family-friendly Ashbourne holiday home is located on a river, within 2 mi (3 km) of Tissington Hall and Glass at the Barn. Carsington Water is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful setting and pleasant home. Convenient located to attractions.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jan 2026
Hi Andy, thank you for your lovely review! We are delighted to see you enjoyed your stay at The Water Mill, the surrounding location and the many attractions in the local area! Wishing you a healthy and happy 2025 and all our best from The Water Mill
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house!

Great property in a great location, lots of amenities in the house, we all had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jan 2026
Hi Prity, thank you very much for your wonderful review! We are over the moon to hear you enjoyed your stay at The Water Mill! Wishing you a healthy and happy year ahead, and hope to welcome you back soon. All our best from The Water Mill!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Golden Wedding Celebration

A perfect venue for any group celebration. Friendly and helpful hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jan 2026
Thank you very much for your lovely review Andrew! We are over the moon to hear you enjoyed the The Water Mill for your group's golden wedding anniversary celebrations! Wishing you a wonderful year ahead, and we hope to welcome you back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful appointed home, with everything we needed for two families of five. The 10 of us enjoyed the English countryside and eateries nearby.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family celebration

The Water Mill is a fantastic property in a beautiful location. The range of bedrooms and bathrooms allowed our group of 12 covering three generations to be well accommodated. The owner David and host Sophie were extremely welcoming and helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jan 2026
Hi Andrew. Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We are delighted to hear you enjoyed the The Water Mill and our team's communications prior to and during your stay! Wishing you a healthy and happy year ahead; we do hope to welcome you back soon. All our best from The Water Mill!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday celebration

Very responsive property manager and host. Property well equipped and nicely furnished. Beautifully restored and recommend for group of adults getting together
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jan 2026
Thank you very much, Kaye, for your lovely review! We are over the moon to hear you enjoyed the The Water Mill for your group's birthday celebrations! Sophie (Property Manager) and David (Owner) are delighted to see you appreciated their communications prior to and during your stay - they both go above and beyond for all our guests - nothing is too much trouble. Wishing you a healthy and happy year ahead; we do hope to welcome you back soon. All our best from The Water Mill!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Easter stay

Had a fabulous stay in this gorgeous property over Easter. Everything was as described and better. Welcome pack and attention to detail was perfect and location great for local walks or travel that bit further. Could not fault at all, the hot tub was definitely worth booking too. Would definitely come back, thank you so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jan 2026
Hi Linda, thank you very much for your lovely review! We are over the moon to hear you enjoyed the The Water Mill and the facilities on offer! Wishing you a healthy and happy year ahead; we do hope to welcome you back soon. All our best from The Water Mill!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were a family group of fifteen ranging from grandparents to grandchildren. This fabulous accommodation allowed us to get together for a mid week break. The kitchen/dining area allowed to eat together and the lounge area provided a great get together space. The hot tub proved popular with everyone. The facilities were absolutely faultless.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jan 2026
Hi Henry, thank you very much for your wonderful review! We are over the moon to hear you enjoyed The Water Mill and the fantastic facilities on offer at the property! We hope to welcome you again soon, though in the meantime, wishing you a healthy and happy 2025 ahead
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family gathering

Beautiful big house with all facilities thought about. Fully kitted kitchen, nothing was missing there. Very pleasant host. Excellent Property Manager who answered all our questions promptly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jan 2026
Hi Miguele, thank you very much for your lovely review! We are over the moon to hear you enjoyed The Water Mill, its facilities,and our team's customer care. Wishing you a fantastic 2025 ahead, and hope to welcome you back to the property soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding

A beautiful property in a lovely location. Sophie the property manager has been excellent and very knowledgeable of the local area. A well equipped property, great layout, Hot tub was fun! A great break had by four families would highly recommennd.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cracking renovation of the Watermill

Found this impressive gem of a property by accident and glad I did. Massive property and all fully modernised with everything you could want. Every room was spot on. The owner was always about and happy to talk and give suggestions and even took the kids to feed the goats & chickens, defiantly be rebooking for next year,
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