Guests say
Post Office Cottage is a charming, characterful retreat in a picturesque village, praised for its cleanliness, cosy atmosphere, and well-equipped kitchen. Guests appreciate the thoughtful touches, friendly owners, and proximity to local walks, attractions, and a welcoming pub. While the cottage’s quirky layout and low ceilings add to its charm, they may not suit taller guests or those with limited mobility. Overall, it offers a peaceful and relaxing base for exploring Derbyshire, with many guests eager to return.
The cottage is consistently described as spotlessly clean and well maintained, with several guests highlighting the high standard of cleanliness throughout their stay.
Guests love the pretty village setting, easy access to local attractions, walks, and the nearby pub. The peaceful surroundings and convenient base for exploring Derbyshire are frequently mentioned.
The cottage is widely regarded as cosy, warm, and comfortable, with quality beds and a welcoming atmosphere. Some guests note the low ceilings and internal steps may not suit everyone, particularly taller guests or those with mobility issues.
The property is well equipped with kitchen essentials and amenities, though a few guests mention the lack of a freezer and some minor improvements needed. The open fire is a popular feature.
Guests frequently mention thoughtful touches such as welcome bars of chocolate, fresh flowers, and a well-stocked kitchen. While these gestures are appreciated, please note that such gifts are not guaranteed.
About this property
Located near Matlock, this is an ideal base for all ages to explore this area of the Peak District..
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Open Fire
Dining room: (3 Steps)
Kitchen: (3 Steps), Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: (1 Step), Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: (1 Step), Bath, Shower, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen and towels included. Initial fuel for fire encluded. Welcome pack. Enclosed lawned garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Private parking for two cars. No smoking. Please note: Couples and family bookings only. There are two steps to the garden.. This renovated, semi-detached, stone holiday cottage, listed by its attachment to a Grade II listed cottage, nestles in the beautiful village of Lea on the east bank of the River Derwent. The cottage has been lovingly restored to a very good standard. Full of character and charm throughout, this is a great cottage to escape to and enjoy true country living.
Enjoy the peaceful countryside with excellent walking and cycling from the door. Within a mile of the property is the World Heritage site that houses the world’s first water-powered cotton spinning factories. Matlock Bath, 4 miles, boasts smart riverside cafés and bars. Slotted in between are more traditional pubs, restaurants, tea shops and ice cream parlours. Here visitors can experience a cable car ride up the dramatic face of The Heights of Abraham gorge, and admire the views of ‘Little Switzerland’ as Byron once described this area. Shop ¾ mile, pub serving food and restaurant 200 yards.
There are low banisters at the property.
There are large gaps between banister spindles.
There are steps within the property.
Families or couples only.
Holidaymakers only.
There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property.
Nearby points of interest
- Gulliver's Kingdom Matlock
- Dovedale
- Lumsdale Valley
- Thor's Cave
Reviews (33)
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Louise Young
A wonderful cottage, with loads of character. Spotlessly clean, and very well appointed. Excellent communication from the owners, who emailed us both prior to the trip, and on the day we were leaving. Wendy, who lives next door, was lovely ... very friendly, with some great suggestions of places to visit. There were fresh flowers in every room, and a large bar of chocolate ... nice touches. The pub in the village is great, with very friendly staff. The village was very central to the places we wanted to visit. Highly recommended.
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Tim
We had a lovely stay in the gorgeous Post Office Cottage, the cottage was very clean and cosy, the kitchen was well equipped, there was tin foil etc, salt & pepper and a welcome bar of chocolate. The open fire was a highlight, super cosy after a day out. There is a bus from the village that goes to Cromford Mill, Matlock Bath and Matlock. Highley recommend the friendly village pub The Jug & Glass, for a drink and reasonably priced meals. We had a lovely time and would stay again.
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Confirmed Guest
Pre-information we received about the area was detailed and very helpful. Email indicated we’d be contacted if house was ready early on check in day. I’m the event, the access code was not received until 4.07pm but when we did enter the house it was absolutely spotless. It was also very well provisioned, eg coffee pods, tea bags, hot chocolate, fresh flowers, boxes of tissues, clingfilm, foil, etc. Wendy, the cleaner, was very friendly and on hand should we have needed her. As previous reviews, the house is small with multiple steps and low ceilings. It would be a challenge with 4 adults we felt, but was blissful for 2. Note if privacy is an issue, the furniture size in the twin bedded room means the door has to stay open by 8”. The fire is open (not a wood burner) and logs and fire starters, though no kindling, were provided.The surrounding area is beautiful and hilly, giving us wonderfully rewarding walks every day. Nice pub 100yds and lovely butchers and cafe in next village. We would not hesitate to return.