These five cottages all have 3 bedrooms and sleep 6. They are just four miles north of Matlock and set in private grounds surrounding the lake within 10 acres of unspoilt woodland, an ideal place to enjoy the abundant wildlife and a picnic or two.

Darwin Lake nestles in the hills between craggy moorland and The Derwent Valley World Heritage Site, in the beautiful Peak District / Derbyshire Dales. It is surrounded by forestry land and many attractions are close at hand. The bustling tourist centres of Matlock and Matlock Bath are less than 6 miles away. Designated the first National Park in 1951, the Peak District is a wonderfully picturesque area for walking or cycling with masses of open views and interesting areas to explore.

Within half an hours car journey you can visit Chatsworth House, Carsington Water, Crich Tramway Museum, Matlock and Matlock Bath, the Heights of Abraham and Chesterfield with its famous crooked spire. For the more energetic, Alton Towers, The American Adventure Theme Park, Buxton and the Manifold Valley are also within easy reach.

With the small bustling towns of Matlock, Ashbourne, Bakewell and various Mill Shops nearby and the Meadowhall shopping centre less than an hour away, spend a day browsing the shops.

Cottages (3 bedrooms sleeps 6/7)

Haddon, Chatsworth, Riber, Kedleston and Hardwick cottages all sleep 6 but Riber and Hardwick can sleep 7; Chatsworth sleeps 6 and it has 1 Z bed. All cottages are named after historic halls, castles and stately homes in Derbyshire.

Downstairs each has entrance hall, spacious living room, kitchen/dining room and a large lounge with TV, video and CD Hi-Fi.

Kitchens are modern fully fitted kitchen area with tiled floor well equipped with electric single oven and hob, washer/dryer, fridge/freezer with ice box, microwave and dishwasher.

All have two double rooms with en-suite shower room and a twin room with separate bathroom, except Haddon which has a double, a twin and a bunk bedroom, all en-suite. The main bedrooms have a TV. Hardwick and Riber also have a single bed in the main bedroom. The bathrooms have a bath with shower over.

Discounts for Short Breaks

Short breaks available - stay for a weekend or mid-week break, discounts for late deals in selected cottages, discounts also available for just two sharing and large groups staying in multiple cottages. Longer term lets - please ask for details.

Features

• Lakeside Luxury Stone Built Cottages
• Ideal Location for exploring Derbyshire
• Electric storage or convector heaters.
• English Tourism Council 4 star.
• 25 minutes from M1 - private parking.
• Ideal for large groups, reunions, birthdays, corporate events - sleeping up to 64.
• Cots and highchairs can be provided where space allows, please phone for details. (cot linen not included).
• Z beds can be provided on request, as available.
• One well behaved dog welcome in Kedleston.
• All linen and electricity included
• Private car park

Telephone 01629 735859
Please quote Peak Cottages Direct

Visit the Owners web site for further information

Map of the Cottage's location from MultiMap

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