Skip to main content

Beautiful cottage with spectacular views, private garden, sunroom and terrace

Photo gallery for Beautiful cottage with spectacular views, private garden, sunroom and terrace

A stone building with a paved courtyard, a small garden, and a metal fence.
A stone building with a white door, two windows, and a small porch area with potted plants.
A stone building with a paved courtyard, outdoor seating, and greenery.
A stone building with a light blue door, numbered 17, and a small garden with a red flower.
A building with large windows, a tiled roof, and a paved patio area with outdoor furniture.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
Sleeps 8•4 bedrooms•4 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Fenced yard
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

View in a map
Wirksworth, ENG
  • Place, Steeple Grange Light Railway
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Labyrinth
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Wirksworth Leisure Centre
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, East Midlands (EMA)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful cottage with spectacular views, private garden, sunroom and terrace

Originally three miners cottages, Acacia boasts three good-sized double bedrooms upstairs. The master has a king bed and ensuite shower room. Also upstairs there is a double bedroom and a twin bedroom. Downstairs there is a study/bedroom with a small double bed plus a large desk with office-chair seating for two people. There is also a modern kitchen with gas range, large dining room, sitting room and large sunroom. Under-floor heating and wood burner make the cottage delightfully snug in winter. Outside is a large terrace with spectacular views. Local walks include the Peak District rail trail, Black Rocks and across the valley to Wirksworth. The facilities include good phone signal and strong wi-fi, and a smart flat screen tv

In common with many Peak District cottages, there is no designated parking. However there is free parking available in the street and a small (free) council carpark very close by. A footpath from outside the front door leads into Wirksworth across the fields.

Add dates for prices

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

Exterior
Handsome house in lovely village of Rowsley, ideal as a Peak District base
Derbyshire
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
Handsome house in lovely village of Rowsley, ideal as a Peak District base

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
Please bring bedding and towels for your pet.
default

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please make sure that the front door keys are returned to the keylock.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 6856539
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Matlock

Located in Matlock, this cottage is in a rural area and near theme parks. Peak District Mining Museum & Temple Mine and The Grand Pavilion, Matlock Bath are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Steeple Grange Light Railway and Labyrinth. Travelling with kids? Consider Wirksworth Leisure Centre, or check out an event or a game at Derbyshire County Cricket Club. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
View more Cottages in MatlockOpens in a new window
Map
Wirksworth, ENG

What's nearby

  • Steeple Grange Light Railway - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Labyrinth - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Wirksworth Leisure Centre - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Heights of Abraham Cable Car Station - 11 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Crich Tramway Village - 12 min drive - 11.3 km

Getting around

  • Cromford Station - 10 min drive
  • East Midlands Airport (EMA) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Greyhound Hotel, Restaurant & Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪FIG Coffee House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Fishpond - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Rising Sun - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Boat Inn - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful cottage with spectacular views, private garden, sunroom and terrace pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Beautiful cottage with spectacular views, private garden, sunroom and terrace?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Beautiful cottage with spectacular views, private garden, sunroom and terrace?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful cottage with spectacular views, private garden, sunroom and terrace?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful cottage with spectacular views, private garden, sunroom and terrace located?

This family-friendly Matlock cottage is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Steeple Grange Light Railway, Labyrinth and Wirksworth Leisure Centre. Gulliver's Kingdom and Derwent Gardens are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 85 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 85 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 85 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 85 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 85 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The two children in our party immediately gave the property their full approval. It was very well appointed and well equipped, comfortable and peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

stella d.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Pretty Cottage

Rated luxury, not easy accessable for older people for walking and parking ,lovely views excellent balcony and sun room the rest was tired ,eg quality of bedding towels and could be cleaner
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul, 2023
I am sorry the cottage was not as accessible as you would have liked. I am afraid that the price of lovely views does tend to be steep hills. In fact the access from the street to our house is essentially flat, with just a single step into the cottage. Some of the parking is on a slope, but other places for parking are on the level (and free). We have renewed all the towels and the bedding as needed, and in general done a re-fresh of the interiors. Jane generally does a careful job with the cleaning, but to make certain everything is kept sparkling clean we are instituting additional cleaning routines.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

five autumn days away

I went with five men friends, a group that has met since around 1980, for two nights then completed the last three nights with my wife. The property was excellent for both purposes. The location is splendid starting with the views from terrace and windows. The inside is warm, tasteful and practical. An excellent conversion of an old property while maintaining its character.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Zoe B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Lovely location and amazing views.

We had a really lovely family holiday in Wirksworth and the cottage was a great base for extended family with fabulous views. However for a cottage advertised as luxury, there is a little updating required. Conservatory furniture is quite marked, doors stick, the bathrooms could do with a deep clean and pans in the kitchen could do with updating. We requested the stair gate too and it would have been helpful to know that the one available was for the bottom of the stairs not the top. Access to the property is through a gate shared with a neighbour, which caused no problem, but wasn't mentioned. With all this said, it provided a good central spot for our holiday, and we were able to explore a lot of the surrounding area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct, 2022
Thank you for your comments about the things that need attention. The past of couple of years we have had to rely on guests' feedback as we have been unable to travel to England to check on the property ourselves. (No longer a problem hopefully). We do respond to comments once received, so will look at all the things you raise. On the stairgate - that has not been mentioned before - but it is the sort of thing that we are very happy for guests to ask Jane to sort out once you have arrived. Regarding access through the gate, the instructions we send to guests prior to arrival do advise that the gate and the ginnel are owned by our neighbours. Following your comments we have now replaced the cushion covers on the sunroom furniture, so thank you.
Verified

6/10 Okay

josephine b.

Liked: Check-in, location

Lovely area, good louse, tired interiors

This house is great for a big family - rooms plenty big enough and the kitchen-diner and the outside patio was particularly good. It’s possibly much better to stay in during the summer months rather than November when we visited. Not good were: a) the interior furnishings and b) the response from the housekeeper when we needed help. Interior furnishings were dated - probably all installed 20 years ago. The bedding was old and really poor - especially in the twin bedroom, and the towels had seen better days. It was such a pity, as, with a little investment - eg new towels and white cotton bedding - this could have been so much better. On arrival, the house was dark and extremely cold - very unwelcoming. The downstairs lights were working but upstairs, we couldn’t switch anything on. We finally found the boiler cupboard and electricity box and discovered that a switch had tripped, so we finally got light upstairs. The heating had also not switched on at all so we had to do that manually, despite being asked not to fiddle with the controls in the house instructions. We rang the House keeper’s number and the lady’s husband answered and said she would get back to us as a matter of urgency. We then never heard from her all weekend! However, after an hour or so, we had light and heat, so didn’t need her. I feel that for future visits, the heating and lights should be checked ON THE DAY of arrival to avoid our awful first few hours. It really was very disappointing.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Nov, 2022
Josephine, I am so sorry you had those problems when you first arrived. We had just had the boiler service, gas safety check and some maintenance on the boiler done, and it seems that the clock for the boiler got out of kilter with the result the heating had not switched on in advance of your arrival. We know to double check that now. We will also make sure that checking that lights are working is on the list of change-over tasks. I can only apologise for our caretaker’s tardy response to your phone message, which was the result of a failure in communication. To ensure it doesn’t happen again, we are now providing guests with an additional method of contacting the caretaker. That means there are three methods of making contact in total (including contacting me through VRBO). On bedlinen, we have purchased new linen for the twin bedroom in response to your comment, and will review which towels and other linen still need replacing.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline F.

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

A gem

Warm, clean, tidy, lovely property, well located, and excellent directions.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

eileen h.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely house

Loved the house, but a bit more attention needed on the cleaning of it.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daria H.

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

Nice house in a wonderful location. Perfect for walks and visiting pretty places.

The house was well looked after and the owner very responsive. We had a wonderful week.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geoff R.

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

Charming peaceful break

The views are stunning … it is well equipped with comfy beds too . Very quiet but not too far from local towns and attractions
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Debra B.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Lovely break

Absolutely brilliant location to get away was wonderful. Only thing wrong was house keeper would not respond to our calls. House needs attention. But overall when items have been repaired it will be 5star again
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jan, 2022
Sorry if it took a day or so to make contact with our house-keeper. With the rise of Omicron it has been a tricky period. Jane did drop off replacement glasses and tightened the hinges on the oven door as soon as she was able to get there. However she didn't want to over-lap with you in the house for social distancing reasons, so apologies but a thorough fixing of the oven door had to wait until your visit was over.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lisa c.

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

Lovely family break

Breath taking views, exceptional clean. Spent most of our time in the sun room, watching the birds and squirrels! Has everything you need, ate out in the evening, plenty of great places to eat. Beds comfortable, plenty of hot water, definitely stay again, plenty of room for 6 adults and 2 babies 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann P.

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

Excellent cottage

The cottage was perfect, would recommend it, very clean, beautiful scenery plenty to do nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard D.

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

Wonderful views!

Acacia cottages is a bright and spacious property, well placed to access many attractions in the Peak District. The views from the patio are stunning and our family party of 6 adults particularly enjoyed use of the bright sun room when the weather was less kind. We enjoyed having close access to the High Peak railway cycle path and walks from the door or just a short car ride away.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rowena B.

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

Spacious and comfortable

This is a delightful, well-appointed cottage. There are lovely views from the sun room and terrace. The kitchen is well equipped and the beds are comfortable. We highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Adrian A.

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

Weekend break

Lovely cottage with great views.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen P.

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

Another lovely visit

A return visit just as lovely as we remembered. Thank you
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan F.

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

Relaxing week

The accommodation suited our needs 100%. Well equipped kitchen/dining area, comfortable beds and large conservatory with fabulous views. Having a toddler with us meant we were in the property every evening, but it was so relaxing to be able to either sit in the conservatory or on the paved patio. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline M.

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

Delightful property in a stunning location

Excellent communication with owner, timely replies to any questions, well equipped property and comfortable beds. Really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jay A.

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

A wonderful cottage in a storybook setting

Nothing but praise for our time spent at 17-19 Acacia Cottage.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John L.

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

Five day break

Superb property, we’ll definitely return. Plenty of space and very comfortable. Thank you Communication with the property owner was excellent. We had no communication with a property manager
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Rowanne F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect views from the house

There were six of us staying in this property. The house itself is lovely and in a perfect location to enjoy the lovely views. A good walk into Wirksworth which has some lovely small shops. Matlock is a short drive, my parents (pensioners) caught the bus from the bottom of the road so the remaining 4 of us could take one car. They said the service bus, every half hour, was excellent. The house had plenty of room and the conservatory and patio area were fabulous. Just a couple of things it seems the housekeeper forgot was the foil in the grill pan and on one of the baking trays were used and had not been changed or removed and there was still ice-cream and frozen chips from the previous guests left in the freezer. Perhaps a little welcome tray with some milk (even if it was UHT), would have been good so we could have a cuppa when we had arrived after our journey. Tea and coffee was available but no milk. We had a lovely weekend and would recommend staying at this house
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Oct, 2020
Hi Rowanne Glad to hear you enjoyed your stay. In pre-covid times we did provide a welcome pack which included milk. We stopped doing that because of wanting to avoid extraneous disinfecting. I'll discuss with our housekeeper and see if we can reinstate milk and wine.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz J.

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

Family get away

Arrival detail sent by the owners was very accurate and helpful. Great location with easy access to the Peak District. The house was spotlessly clean and in a secluded spot with spectacular views. Lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa G.

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

A lovely property with a fantastic view

Cozy, clean, fantastic location and amazing view. We loved it here.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Quinton C.

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

Great House

Really good house in a nice location with fantastic views. Terrace is a fantastic place to enjoy the scenery. The house is well laid out and equipped, with plenty of room. The sun room is an especial bonus. Parking is interesting but we usually found somewhere in one of the suggested locations.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

patrick h.

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

Acacia Cottage : First class

Excellent in every way. Really enjoyed our visit. Wirksworth quirky and fun and the walks excellent from right outside the door. PatrickH

About the host

Hosted by Sue Jaffer

Host profile image
I (Sue) am Australian, but lived in England for nearly 20 years. My husband Nick is English, originally from Derbyshire, and his brother and sisters still live in the UK. Today we live in Melbourne, Australia but come to UK frequently to see family.

Why they chose this property

We think Acacia Cottage is special - quiet, very well appointed and with wonderful views from every window. The Peak District is a magical place, with lots of history and spectacular scenery. Whatever you like doing - eating, walking, cycling, shopping, driving around - the area can cater for you. We are close to the Southern end of the Peak District rail trail - you can hire cycles at Middleton Top - and less than one hour's drive to the High Peak with its caves and mountains. Wirksworth, Cromford and Ashbourne have good restaurants. Matlock Bath and Matlock are within 15 minutes drive. For children there are the attractions at Abraham's Heights, Carsington Water and - not too far away - Alton Towers. If you like stately homes, we are close to Chatsworth and Haddon Hall. There are many gardens you can visit, including Lea Rhododendrum Gardens just across the valley. The local train line is easy to get to, about 20 minutes into Derby (with free parking at the station). If you like history, the museum of Arkwright's Mill at Cromford is a must. Canal walks are also a local feature, from Cromford.

What makes this property unique

Our cottage is the ideal base for a relaxing holiday. Blossoms in spring, wonderful colours in autumn, rural views all year round. Local walks to Black Rocks are lovely, and Wirksworth is a charming town with a thriving hobby railway. Bolehill is on the edge of the Peak District, with Chatsworth, Haddon Hall, Alton Towers, the High Peak and Bakewell all within easy driving distance. There are good local restaurants in Ashbourne, Matlock and Wirksworth, with many gastro pubs a short drive away.

Languages:

English
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback