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Housekeeper's Cottage
The Winnatts
Long Hill
Darley Hillside
Matlock
Derbyshire
DE4 2HE

 

Housekeeper's Cottage is situated on the edge of the Peak District (where Peak Practice is filmed) within the beautiful derwent valley. The area is famous for its spectacular unspoilt countryside and walks. The seat of the Duke of Devonshire, Chatsworth House, the inspiration for Jane Austen's Pemberley in Pride and Predujice, is less than 4 miles away. Bakewell, known for its famous Pudding is 5 miles away. Other nearby villages and towns well worth a visit include thePlague village of Eyam, Little John's grave in Hathersage, Florence Nightingale's Birthplace and the Spa town of Buxton known for its opera house and music festivals.

 

Sites of Interest Include:

  • Chatsworth House and Gardens
  • Haddon Hall and Gardens
  • Hardwick Hall
  • Bolsover Castle
  • Nottingham Castle
  • National Tramway Museum, Crich
  • Matlock Bath Mining Museum
  • Alton Towers
  • American Adventure
  • Gullivers Kingdom
  • Heights of Abraham
  • Blue John Caverns, Castleton
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The surrounding area is ideal for many activities:

  • Golf - many courses nearby
  • Working Steam Railway - The Old Matlock-Buxton line within walking distance
  • Rock Climbing/Caving/Pot-holing
  • Course and Trout Fishing. Rare wild river Rainbow Trout fishing available in Rowsley, 2 miles.
  • Sailing/Canoeing at Carsington Reservoir
  • Birdwatching, local grouse moors resident to many rare species
  • Cycling, many local trails
  • Horse-Riding, novices to experienced riders.
  • Rambling, many walks from the door.
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Only a few minutes from Matlock and the Victorian holiday spa of Matlock Bath, Housekeeper's Cottage is within easy reach of many good restaurants and authentic Real Ale Pubs. Many shops and supermarkets are also conveniently located. Nearest shops 500m, bus service 500m, trains 3 miles.

 
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