Holly Cottage

Great location, lovely immaculate cottage with everything you need.. We travelled with elderly in-laws and a small dog. Parents struggled with the stairs inside and out and our puppy struggled in the rear garden. Nevertheless there is a nice little walk across the road which allowed our puppy to play etc. The welcome wine and biscuits was also a lovely surprise. Thank you to the owners for opening up your property as it allowed us to have a lovely break away from the city with family!

Fabulous cottage, in a central location.. The beds here were so comfortable after a days walking. It wasn’t an issue for us at all but if you do struggle with stairs then you should consider alternative accommodation. The cottage was well equipped. The walk directly across the road was handy if you have a dog. Cromford centre is a 45 minute walk where you can find a chip shop, post office, pubs and some lovely little antiques shops to browse. The Cromford canal walk is highly recommended. We had our shopping delivered here once we arrived but there is a Sainsbury’s not to far away by car. All in all I would stay at Holly Cottage again.

This is a beautiful cottage that I would definitely love to visit again .. The owners have equipped the cottage so well it’s like being at home , We stayed over Christmas and there was even a Christmas tree and Christmas touches all over the cottage , Very cozy warm delightful place to stay ,really didn’t want to leave x Lots to do in Cromford and everyone was very friendly on our many dig walks and rambles in the village .

Gorgeous village and cottage was within walking distance of so much lovely countryside and local attractions.. Cottage was cosy and clean, with wood burner and bottle of wine on arrival. Lovely touch. Communication with owners was easy and reliable. I would definitely recommend this cottage. Thankyou.

We thoroughly enjoyed our break in this comfortable cottage in a lovely village.. Holly cottage is decorated / furnished to a high standard and very well equipped - it was really like staying in the owners’ home as there were so many homely touches. Cosy warm sitting room, comfortable beds and well appointed kitchen and bathroom. Milk, biscuits, wine and biscuits for the dog greeted us on arrival. We were able to walk from the cottage each day and found plenty of places to stop for coffee and eat in the evenings. Would definitely go back to explore sights further afield.

After reading the many reviews of this cottage I got the impression we had found the perfect cottage, but have to be honest and say we were a bit disappointed with our weeks holiday spent at holly cottage.. The first thing that met our attention was the steep stairs, as steep was not an accurate description to describe the stairs at the cottage. Having spent ten years holidaying in many olde worlde cottages over the years with our dog, have met more then many properties with steep stairs. But this was far from steep, as the stairs are so narrow and so high it felt when descending up to the bedrooms it was like climbing a small mountain as we all had to hold onto the rope attached on right ad pull ourselves up. And coming down was very tricky as the stairs are so narrow not enough room for your feet coming down so despite how daft it sounds, it felt like absailing down as had to hold again onto rope coming down backwards as this was by far the safest way, as coming down normally was so tricky and left us all feeling very nervous. The last step is very high be warned when coming down. The kitchen is small but olde worlde cottage but due to self catering it is normal to take food with you whilst on holiday, but not alot of room and two cupboards were locked so really not ideal to take food as not much room to put it. We had a party of four adults and two dogs so the kitchen did not really offer much room for our supplies. Take kitchen roll with you as none was supplied, and a scour. For some reason we could not get a fire going in the wood burner as logs were damp from the rain at the beginning of the holiday, and the bedroom roof in our room and the next had a small leak when it rained. I hate to think what the outcome would be if really heavy rain. We tried several times with drier logs and some kindle but without success but the central heating really made the cottage warm. It does say in advertisement busy village road, but have to say it was a bit daunting trying to cross to take dogs for a walk, as too many haulage lorries in their dozen zipping past every second. I would say be prepared for the rapid on going traffic of this road as it was like taking our lives into our hands trying to cross at several intervals, and its not great when you have dogs also to think about. Not trying to leave a bad review but I would have appreciated it if a review had left us prepared for this as it was a bit of a shock. I have stayed in many cottages with roads busy but this was a tad scary sometimes trying to get across without coming into contact with one of many lorries or cars which seemed to be always driving this road at break neck speed. As for the garden, like many dog lovers who take their dogs on holiday, it is vital at times to have a garden so your dog can do its business but the cottage does not have a garden with any lawn. Its a very once again rocky very high stones to one level of a pebbled small patio area, and another high big stone stairs to another patio with table and chairs. No grass whatsoever so we finally found a small piece of grass opposite where stream was. Across the road further down past the tyre place there is a steep hill which provides grassy bits and pooh bin for your doggy needs. Places to take your dog is the rugey park just down road from cromford, turn right at traffic lights, and left again and then about two hundred yards on the right its called the meadows, great place to walk and exercise your dogs. Toilets there, and cromford canal tow path was also a great place within this area to walk your dogs. Poo bin was by car park area by gate where toilets were situated. Blacks rocks tissingurst trail was also great place to walk dogs. Cafe there too for refreshments. Sainsburys at matlock was handy, retail park about 17 miles away, morrisons, pets at home, b and m, and mcdonalds too. Derby town centre very good for lots of shopping. Decent town centre. Matlock also a nice place to shop too with a lovely big park too to walk your dogs. Matlock a place where we found a good laundrette if the need arises.

We really enjoyed our stay at Holly Cottage in Cromford.. Very homely feel and felt comfortable as soon as we walked through the door. Ideally situated for visiting surrounding areas. Would highly recommend as a very nice place to stay.

We had most enjoyable time at Holy Cottage.. The house is very well equipped with everything an everyday household may need for cooking, cleaning and keeping warm. The decor is much suited to the style of the cottage and aesthetically presented. We found the welcome tray (with tea, coffee, sugar, treats, wine) in addition to the pint of fresh milk in the fridge most thoughtful, and much appreciated. The wodd burning stove has been an ideal way to warm up during some of the colder summer evenings, creating much warmth and cosiness in the spacious living/dining room. The beds are extremely comfortable with sufficiant amount of extra towels and bedding. The bathroom also offered all the modern and comfortable facilities one would expect. The back garden, though very steep, offered nevertheless breathtaking views from the second level and a comfortable seeting for all of us (a group of 5 - 3 adults and 2 children). The location of Holy Cottage was most convenient for our daily trips of exploring the surrounding area. Attractions like Mason Mills, Scarthin Book Shop, Cromford Mills and Cromford Canal are withing easy walking distance. While Chatsworth House, the Heights of Abraham, Matlock Bath and Buxton are withing easy driving distance. We have truely enjoyed our stay at Holy Cottage and would certainly be booking again in the future. Many thanks.

Lovely cottage and really liked the area.. Unfortunately the cottage is situated on an incredibly busy road and this road noise really disrupted our stay. Property would massively benefit from double (or triple) glazing. Owner Response: thank you for your comments. We are looking to install secondary glazing after the summer to try and dilute the noise that may be heard at busy times.

We very much enjoyed our stay.. The cottage was well appointed for the towns facilities and was an ideal starting point for the walks we had planned. Disappointed however that there was little choice in eating venues in the town on the Sunday night.

The Cottage is well equipped and obviously well cared for. Unfortunately it’s position on a busy road with heavy quarry traffic makes for a very noisy and disturbed stay. This included heavy noise in the early hours and the close proximity of the Cottage to the road made it very intrusive. The ‘off road’ parking was hardly that. We could not get our car’s tyres off the road and even then could not open the near side doors due to the closeness to the steps into the Cottage.

I would highly recommend this cottage to anyone looking for a walking holiday in the Cromford/Matlock area.. The cottage was very cosy, clean and welcoming, with a welcome pack of milk, wine, tea, coffee and biscuits which was very welcoming indeed. The bedrooms were very cosy with very comfortable beds and lovely view across the road, the kitchen was perfect with everything you could possibly need and more, leading into a lovely cosy and comfortable lounge with both open fire and central heating. The bathroom was perfect too with bath and shower very beautifully finished. The owners of this beautiful cottage really make you feel welcome and are available to contact at any time should you have and questions and contact you with all information needed well before your stay. All in all a great location with so many walks surrounded by breathtaking scenery and a beautiful cottage the owners should be proud of.

The Cottage is cosy and well cared for.. Welcome pack was greatly received, however, parking is very tricky outside the property causing access to the nearside car doors impossible. The road outside the cottage is busy and very noisy with heavy quarry traffic passing through constantly, even in the early morning. Unfortunately not the peaceful break we wished for.

Perfect location in village of Cromford with parking at the door. A warm welcome with logs for the fire, a tray of tea and a bottle of wine. The cottage was warm and cosy with a smart bathroom, comfortable beds and plenty of room for pets. Cromford has lots of eateries, pubs, shops and places to visit. It is also the perfect centre for walking. We would love to visit again, and highly recommend it. Great for a winter break.

Holly Cottage is a delightful cottage full of character and charm set within short walking distance of all the facilities of Cromford Village and a perfect base to visit the beautiful Derbyshire countryside. You will be reminded of simpler times and a gentler pace of life, perfect for relaxing with family and friends or for short escapes from today's hectic lifestyle. All this with Wifi too! The owners take great care and pride in Holly Cottage and will do everything they can to ensure you have a happy and comfortable stay. You will find everything you need and more, a definite home from home. So pop the kettle on, put a few logs on the fire and relax. Or join the locals at the local pubs or cafes. Or loose yourself in the local characterful bookshop, gallery or nearby mills shops. Or just get your walking boots on and enjoy the stunning views and the fresh countryside air. Nearby Matlock with all its quirky attractions is within easy reach too. I would definitely recommend you book Holly Cottage. Leave a slot for me though!

Lovely little cottage in a central location.. Close to Matlock bath,Buxton and not forgetting Bakewell .A big enough cottage to house our family of 4 plus the two dogs. Arriving with a welcome pack of milk in the fridge and some tea and coffee . A Little jar of dog treats (bonus) and not forgetting the bottle of wine and biscuits. Plenty of wood and coal for the fire and local shops if you need a top-up.Local fish and chips where great and just up the road a great place to walk the dogs,black rock park with a cafe.Owners very proactive making sure our trip went with out issues.

This little country hideaway was absolutely perfect for us.. We wanted a little break somewhere peaceful and cosy and Holly Cottage far exceeded our expectations. There was a manual left for us with lots of useful information regarding the property and also the surrounding area. The owner also left us tea,coffee,milk, biscuits and dog treats which was a very lovely gesture and much appreciated. The cottage itself is wonderfully characterful and cosy (the only one thing that could make it even cosier would be a curtain between the living area and the kitchen for extra snugness but we couldn't fault the property at all!), the kitchen was the perfect size for us and incredibly well equipt. The garden was very cute and the views amazing. We can't wait to come back in the warmer months and take full advantage of it! Thank you for a perfect stay!

Lovely cosy cottage in a great location.. Would definately recommend.

We stayed for 5 nights at Holly Cottage, first impressions.. ... Beautiful. Lovely cosy cottage. Bottle of wine waiting, milk in the fridge, dog biscuits for the dog