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Harleys Hydro, Matlock, Derbyshire

Harley's Hydro
Matlock
Derbyshire DE4 3JA
Tel: 07912 111 004


Contact Name: Mrs Grant

email the owner

Open - All year.

SUMMARY......
Harley's Hydro really does have the ' WOW ' factor. Contemporary in design, but including many original Victorian features such as; beams, fireplaces, and a ROLL TOP BATH, to name a few. There is also a truly PANORAMIC VIEW of the valley from the three large sash windows in the 33ft open plan kitchen/diner/lounge.

You are surrounded by LUXURY in every room, with leather sofa's and chairs, granite surfaces, and beautiful fabrics and furnishings. Your stay here really will be superb.

The apartment is in a PERFECT CENTRAL Location or discovering some of England’s most beautiful countryside, and is close to many major attractions that are all within a 15 minute drive, including; The Heights of Abraham and Gulliver's Kingdom, both in Matlock Bath, and Haddon Hall, and the grandeur of Chatsworth House, both close to Bakewell. Located high on the hillside over looking the Derwent Valley, the apartment is also only a couple of minutes drive away from Matlock.

UPON YOUR ARRIVAL....
you will be welcomed with afternoon TEA & CAKE, helping to 'refresh you' after your journey. Cosily lit rooms, FRESH FLOWERS, and soft music will also greet you, ensuring you will instantly feel at home. You will also be able to enjoy a COMPLIMENTARY BOTTLE OF WINE & nibbles...

DETAILED DESCRIPTION
You will be bowled over by this SUPERB CONTEMPORARY APARTMENT. An truly striking open plan room welcomes room, with its large beams, feature walls and fireplaces, wooden floors, and triple, south facing, sash windows, over looking the Derwent Valley and Matlock's STUNNING VIEWS..

THE KITCHEN/DINING/LOUNGE presents character and presence on a grand scale. The contemporary integrated kitchen is sharp and audacious. There are sleek glossy black units, a double butler's sink with a large hose spray and taps, black granite worktops, and an island unit that is perfect for joining in the conversations and entertainment, whilst cooking your evening meal.

The lounge area offers leathers armchairs, and a sofa to relax in, and a FLAT SCREEN 34"TV. ,DVD, and radio/CD, which will provide plenty of audio/visual entertainment. There is a SKY BOX available offering some sky channels (please bring your own viewing card if you require all channels).

The first bedroom is chic, sharp, and stylish, and features a low Japanese style bed, whilst the second bedroom is cool, calm, and contemporary. Plenty of storage is available in both rooms.

The bathroom's main feature is an original cast iron, ROLL TOP BATH, which is absolutely perfect for relaxing in, and soaking aching muscles, after a long walk. However, if a truly invigorating shower is required, then fear not. A great separate shower cubical is incorporated in the bathroom, and includes not only a large powerful shower head, but a second shower hose. The solid granite floor tiles are a feature in them selves, and add to the luxury of this room

There is PRIVATE OFF STREET PARKING for one car and storage for bicycles upon request.

Clean, well behaved PETS WELCOME (small charge of £10 per pet)

WHAT WE OFFER...
You will receive a WARM WELCOME, with an assortment of 'little extras' that will instantly make you feel at home.
Welcome tea/coffee and cake...
Wine...
A variety of extra condiments, cooking oil, washing up liquid, toilet roll, soap, etc...
*Please bring your own dishwasher tablets
Cleaning equipment...
Bed Linen & Towels...
Lockable outdoor storage for bikes...

INFORMATION FOLDERS/BOOKS
The apartment has highly organised information folders. Guests have heaped praise on this source of information which ensures that even those who have stayed numerous times still find plenty new to do.

HOUSE KEEPING and attention to detail is of the upmost importance to the owner. Doing all the cleaning, linen etc. herself, ensures it is done to the highest of standards, and her concern is to ensure guests have an excellent holiday.


THE GUEST BOOK

Apartment is amazing! Owner
is outstanding. Will definately return. C Robinson Cambs

Lovely arpartment in a great location. Thank you Magnus .Sweden

Great place to stay. Wonderful views and a warm welcome from Owner Thanks. Mr & Mrs Bailey Oxford

Fantastic apartment. we very much enjoyed our week here. Thank you Kayleigh and James

Many thanks for everything. It was a fantastic break and lovely apartment. Top Job! Terry & Pauline Leeds

We've had a lovely time Thank you for helping to create an idilic holiday. we shall be reccomending Harley's. Carly & Steve Nottinham

Excellant location, very stylish and warm apartment-we had a wonderful break! Lee, Natasha, Steve, Alison Perterborough

Very nice and warm stay, will surely reccomend to our friends. Ideal location for the Peak Distric. Thanks and take care. Lokendria Ipswich


LOCAL ATTRACTIONS:
The Peak District National Park has some of the most stunning countryside in England. Covering 500 square miles across several counties it attracts visitors from all around the world. Derbyshire is famous for it's natural beauty, from peaks and dales, to picturesque villages streams and rivers, lime stone villages and dry stone walls, which give the area so much character.

In the 1840s Matlock began its spectacular growth as a Spa Town. The realisation of benefits from water treatment on various illnesses drew the Victorians for a century to the town and made it one of the most celebrated centres of the water cure. Matlock is only a 2 minutes drive away, where supermarkets, banks and chemists etc. are available.

The ancient town of Bakewell is a 15 minute drive away, famous for its Bakewell tart, and by is also; Youlgreave which has Englands smallest house at Thimble Hall, Hartington, with its famous creamery and cheese shop, Hartington with its famous creamery and cheese shop, Ashbourne, one of Derbyshire's finest old market towns, combining a medieval street pattern and historic buildings with a wealth of high quality shops. an antique shops; Buxton with its magnificent architecture, a wealth of shops, and a thriving arts scene with its world-famous spa water; and many quaint villages such as Ashford-in-the-Water with a beautiful photographic 'sheepwash' bridge spanning the River Wye.

GOOD PLACES TO VISIT:
Time and time again, my guests comment in the guest book about the great location the apartment is in, for the many things to do, and places to visit.

There are a wealth of historic houses to visit, including Chatsworth and Haddon Hall. Alton Towers is close by and the childrens theme park Gullivers kingdom is only a 5 minutes drive away. So too is The Heights of Abraham, a cable car that allows you to see stunning views of the Peaks from above, and the spectacular underground show caves.

You can also visit the largest natural cave entrance in the British Isles and adventure deep into the spectacular, ancient underground wonderland. See the Blue John Stone in the only place in the world, where it naturally occurs and enter the inner world of the underground cave system by boat and absorb the atmosphere as a watery silence echoes all around you.

Anyone wishing for a more active day out can visit Carsington Water, a local centre for outdoor activities - sailing, canoeing, kayaking, and there are many opportunities for walking and cycling around the reservoir and the surrounding villages. Cycle hire is available too. There is also a visitors centre and for young children there is a children's playground.

The highly popular Tissington Trail, which runs for 17 miles, is used by walkers, cyclists and horse riders, is close by, as are two further trails, the High Peak Trail and the Manifold Valley Trail. These three tracks are ideal for family cycling as is the network of quiet minor roads, which can be accessed at numerous points along the trails. These former railway lines have much else to offer, not least quality views, but also interesting viaducts, steam beam engines and other remnants of the past.

The area really has something for everyone.


*****ANNUAL EVENTS*****
There are hundreds of events throughout the year; Bakewell Country Show, Chatsworth Country Fair, carnivals, village well dressing, Ashbourne Highland Gathering event where Scotland, its culture, traditions and sports come to Ashbourne Visit Castleton for a beautifully decorated CHRISTMAS village and Chatsworth House is beautifully decorated in its festive finery.

***FEBRUARY***
***ROYAL SHROVETIDE FOOTBALL (annual) Ashbourne
This ancient English tradition has very little to do with the beautiful game. Despite safety concerns, every year Ashbourne town centre is boarded up and two teams prepare to do battle for the Royal Shrovetide Football...
There are very few rules for the Royal Shrovetide Football, no real boundaries and the two goal posts, one at Sturton Mill, the other at Clifton Mill, are three miles apart. The two sides are made up of those that live north of Henmore Brook, called the Uppards, and those who live south of it, known as the Down`ards. In reality anyone crazy enough can join in. While there is actually a ball (made of leather and cork), it's rarely kicked. Mostly it's hugged by a scrum and moved forward with brute force and determination. The ball inevitably ends up in Henmore Brook at one time or another and the players invariably follow, regardless of the freezing soaking they receive.

The Royal Shrovetide Football game starts around 2pm, with a ball being "turned up" at Shaw Croft by a local dignitary. If a goal is scored before 5pm, the scorers get to keep the ball and a new one is turned up again at Shaw Croft. Play beyond midnight is not allowed and the game usually finishes around 10pm, with enough time to make it to the pub to celebrate before doing it all over again the next day.

**MARCH**
Hearts Calke Abbey Walk, Derby
Hearts Walk, Calke Abbey, Ticknall

**APRIL**
1940's Weekend, Crich Tramway Village, Matlock
BLUEBELL FORTNIGHT , Renishaw Hall Gardens , Renishaw
Chesterfield Easter Market, Chesterfield town centre, Chesterfield, Mid April
Crooked Spire Church Open Day, Chesterfield, Mid April
GARDENS OPEN FOR CHARITY , Renishaw Hall Gardens , Renishaw
Hearts Bike Ride - White Peak Challenge 2008, Matlock

**MAY**
***INTERNATIONAL HORSE TRAILS 15th/16th May 2010 (annual) Chatsworth House
Chatsworth, stately home of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire, welcomes the best riders in the country every May to compete in its International Horse Trials. Testing both rider and steed to their limits, it makes for a great day out.
Rider and horse must show their skills in the dressage competition, complete a gruelling cross-country course and demonstrate their accuracy and control in the final show-jumping event.

The best way to enjoy the event is to go along on either of the days to see the mounted riders leap five-foot brush hedges and huge timber fences. Walk beside the course and you get plenty of fresh air, some invigorating exercise and the chance to check out the northern country scene. Bring your Barbour and your green wellies.

What's more, you might even get to enjoy outdoor works of art, as every year Chatsworth commissions a notable artist to design one of the jumps. Past contributors have included Royal Academician Allen Jones.

CHATSWORTH HOUSE FOOD & DRINK FAIR....22nd 23rd May
'Crooked Spire' Church Open Day, Chesterfield, Early May
50 Years At Crick Commemoration, Crich Tramway Village, Matlock
Acoustic Festival of Britain, Walton-on-Trent
Chesterfield May Day Market, Chesterfield, Early May
Chesterfield Spring Bank Holiday Market, Chesterfield, Late May
Derbyshire County Show, Alvaston
Folk Weekend, Crich Tramway Village, Matlock
Garland Day, Castleton, Late May
Models Weekend Morris Car Event, Crich Tramway Village, Matlock
SPRING CRAFT FAIR, The Whitworth Centre, Darley Dale

**JUNE**
1950's Weekend, Crich Tramway Village, Matlock
Belper Steam & Vintage Event, Belper
Chesterfield Day of Dance, Chesterfield, Mid June
Chesterfield Pools Brook Fireworks, Chesterfield, Late June
Download Donington Festival, Castle Donington
Folk Festival, Crich Tramway Village, Matlock
RENISHAW'S WARTIME WEEKEND , Renishaw Hall Gardens , Renishaw

**JULY**
CHESTERFIELD MEDIEVAL MARKET 27th July (annual) Chesterfield
***Chesterfield's popular local market takes a step back in time every July, as it takes on a medieval theme and offers shopping and entertainment for all the family.
Featuring a selection of commercial and charity stores selling bric-a-brac and the like, the day is filled with medieval re-enactments, fun from a court jester and games of chance, as well as a funfair for the children. A special tour of the town's landmark Crooked Spire Church is also on offer, and for a small fee you can enjoy the view of this beautiful city from the top of the tower.


'Crooked Spire' Church Open Day, Chesterfield, Late July
Buxton International Arts Festival, Buxton, Mid July to early August
Edwardian Weekend, Crich Tramway Village, Matlock
Enthusiast's Tram Event, Crich Tramway Village, Matlock
Lancashire & Yorkshire Day , Crich Tramway Village, Matlock
Mini Meet, Crich Tramway Village, Matlock
Rosliston Open Gardens Weekend, Swadlincote

**AUGUST**
BAKEWELL SHOW 4th/5th (annual) Bakewell
An opportunity for town and country to meet over prize bulls and vintage vehicles. Held annually at the town's Showground, it boasts a fine selection of all that British agriculture has to offer, and plenty of entertainment.
Set in the heart of the picturesque Peak District, the show provides a great day out, showcasing agricultural, horticultural and DIY trade stalls and attracting some 50,000 visitors.

For those who wish to enter their prized produce, there are competitive classes for the likes of jam, jersey cows, honey and horses.

Due to popular demand, The Grand Parade of Livestock is back in the Centre ring this year, taking place on both days and including all the champions in the cattle and sheep categories. With other attractions like farm machinery displays, jazz bands and a huge array of rural entertainment, visitors of all ages can enjoy an eventful two days in the country.

***CHATSWORTH COUNTRY FAIR 3rd-5th (annual) Chatsworth Estate
Chatsworth, stately home of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire, hosts a country fair in its 1000-acre grounds, offering a chance to peruse local arts and crafts and buy delicious treats from over 200 stalls.
Entertainment includes massed pipe and military bands, demonstrations and parades, hot air balloons and parachuting displays. Country activities to watch and participate in include clay pigeon shooting, archery, sheep dog trials, fishing competitions and casting tuition. Around 100,000 people visit over the course of the weekend.

***MATLOCK BATH ILLUMINATIONS Saturdays and Sundays from 4 September to Saturday 30 October (inclusive)..Clifftop firework displays: 2nd, 16th and 30th October 2010 at 9.00pm.

The parade of Illuminated and decorated boats takes place at 8.00pm every Saturday and Sunday during the season with a programme of entertainment in or near the bandstand in Derwent Gardens each evening, commencing at 7.00pm.

The Matlock Bath Illuminations have a long established history dating back to 1897 first held to celebrate Queen Victorias Diamond Jubilee. It was the recollections of an earlier visit to Matlock Bath, by the then Princess Victoria that inspired the Illuminations. She recalled how, when staying in Matlock Bath, she looked out of her hotel window and saw the candle lights were reflected in the River Derwent that flows through the centre of the village. The twinkling lights made a lasting impression on the young Princess.

To celebrate the Diamond Jubilee in 1897, the village was illuminated by fairy lamps and Chinese and Japanese lanterns with a torchlight procession through the village - followed by a procession of illuminated boats on the river and the limestone gorge rock face was decorated with coloured bonfires. It must have been a truly remarkable spectacle.

Today, the event still features the decorated and illuminated boats that are produced by the members of the Matlock Bath Venetian Boat Builders Association and rowed by them each Saturday and Sunday evening during the Illuminations season. The Arkwright Cup, donated by Sir Richard Arkwright in 1903, is awarded to the winning design and the Boat Parade continues to feature one candle-lit boat in the traditional Victorian style.


'Crooked Spire' Church Open Day, Chesterfield, Aug BH
1940's Weekend, Crich Tramway Village, Matlock
Ashbourne Show, Ashbourne
Bakewell Show, Bakewell
Chesterfield August Bank Holiday Market, Chesterfield, August Bank Holiday Market
Chesterfield Evening Fireworks, Chesterfield, Aug BH
Emergency Vehicles Day, Crich Tramway Village, Matlock
GARDENS OPEN FOR CHARITY , Renishaw Hall Gardens , Renishaw
Plague Sunday Service, Eyam, Last Sunday in August
Plant Fair, Renishaw Hall Gardens , Renishaw
The Dronfield Charity Music Festival, Carr Lane Recreational Ground, Dronfield
Transport Extravagana, Crich Tramway Village, Matlock

**SEPTEMBER**
Beetle Drive, Crich Tramway Village, Matlock
Chatsworth Country Fair, Bakewell
Chesterfield 800th Anniversary Charter Fair, Chesterfield, Mid Sept
Chesterfield Well Dressing in the Making, Chesterfield, Early Sept
Chesterfield Well Dressings, Chesterfield, Mid Sept
Classic Ford Event, Crich Tramway Village, Matlock

**OCTOBER**
Hearts Bike Ride Dark Peak Challenge, Hope Valley
Starlight Halloween, Crich Tramway Village, Matlock

**NOVEMBER**
Chesterfield Bonfire and Fireworks Display, Chesterfield
Dovedale Dash, Dovedale
Hearts Hike - High Peak Trail Winter Challenge, Peak District, Near Matlock
Switch-on of Chesterfield Christmas Lights, Chesterfield, Late Nov

**DECEMBER**
A Victorian Christmas at Eyam Hall, Eyam Hall, Hope Valley
Bonnie Prince Charlie Commemoration, Derby, Start of December
Santa Special & Christmas Market, Crich Tramway Village, Matlock
Christmas at Chatsworth House

***BOXING DAY RAFT RACE (annual) Matlock

The famous Boxing Day Raft Race takes place annually, starting at Matlock Bridge, and each Autumn the fabulous Matlock Bath Illuminations and Venetian Nights are held. In recent years crowds upwards of thirty thousand have attended the Grand Finale of the Venetian Nights Festival to see the spectacular firework display and the parade of ulluminated boats on the river Derwent. In the summer months you can hire a rowing boat and take to the beautiful River Derwent, which must remain Matlock Bath's major natural attraction.

***MATLOCK VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS WEEKEND - (annually) Matlock
Held on the first weekend in December, the annual switch-on of the Matlock Christmas lights is incorporated with a weekend of markets, festivities and fun for all.

DIRECTIONS
Situated high on the hillside of Matlock valley the apartment is in a PERFECT CENTRAL LOCATION for discovering the stunning Peak District. It is approximatetly a 20 minute drive from Chesterfield and full directions are provided upon booking.
Nearest AIRPORT: Manchester & Nottingham/East Midlands
Nearest TRAIN STATION:The nearest mainline station that serves the Peak District is Chesterfield. Buxton, Matlock and Cromford have smaller stations. For further service of timetables and route planning try www.thetrainline.com
Nearest MOTORWAY: M1 Junc 28 & 29
Nearest PORT: Hull

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