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Stunning Scandinavian Boutique Cottage Retreat with Rolling Countryside Views

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Comfortable Laura Ashley bed king size
Interior
Nestled on a hillside above the town of Wirksworth
Contemporary living room with traditional features
Airy and light filled bedroom

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 230 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Wirksworth, ENG
  • Place, Wirksworth Leisure Centre
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Labyrinth
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Heights of Abraham Cable Car Station
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, East Midlands (EMA)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Stunning Scandinavian Boutique Cottage Retreat with Rolling Countryside Views

Trust the reviews and book this 5* cottage for a relaxing and luxurious stay.

A wonderful cottage in a peaceful countryside location with rolling countryside views, and great walking and cycling straight from the door. Enjoy the fantastic south facing sunny garden with birds tweeting and cows parading on the field opposite. This bijoux little cottage with Scandinavian influenced design and top quality fittings throughout is lovingly restored with plenty of character and a roaring wood burning stove.

Warm and welcoming it has everything you need for a very comfortable and relaxing stay. Included is everything you could possibly need free Wi-Fi, top quality bedlinen and towels, DVDs, books, fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher and washing machine, espresso coffee machine. Interiors are carefully chosen to create a peaceful and comfortable retreat.

Located in a picture perfect quirky town of Wirksworth with a walk away from range of independent shops, boutique art-house cinema, monthly farmers market, french bistro, local delicatessen, annual arts festival, micro-pub selling records and local ales, antique shops and country pubs. Wirksworth is an ideal place for a local relaxing stay, or to venture further into hills of the Peak District.

Hillside Cottage offers a peaceful, calming, spacious and airy double bedroom on first floor with exposed beams, high ceiling and a skylight window letting in lots of natural light and sunshine. A comfortable and chic Laura Ashley king-size bed with a lovely coil sprung mattress, luxurious mattress topper, fluffy pillows and high quality cotton bed linen for a peaceful sleep. Next to the bedroom there is a beautiful and stylish modern bathroom with freestanding sink and powerful shower, as well as nice fluffy towels and complimentary toiletries.

Downstairs has a fully equipped kitchen with high-quality Smeg appliances, including dishwasher, fridge, freezer, microwave and washing machine, and plenty of supplies for cooking and baking.

The cottage has everything you need for a perfect holiday and all the little extras like hair dryer, ipod dock, ironing board, free Wi-Fi, DVD player, internet enabled TV and books to read. A home away from home. Guests often comment how spotlessly clean the cottage is and what an amazing tucked away retreat feeling it has.

The sunny South facing garden is a real suntrap with all day sunshine and lots of wild birds and butterflies. There is a table and chairs to sit with a glass of wine and enjoy a sunset. In the autumn you can watch the beautiful autumn colours of the trees on the fields opposite. In the winter you might be lucky to get amazing snowy fields or a frosty morning views from the cottage. This is a beautiful tucked away little cottage. Just bliss.

Wirksworth provides an ideal base to explore the Peak District at any time of the year, with plenty of walks straight from the front door and close proximity to High Peak Trail and Carsington Water for cycling, canoing and walking, as well as close to stately homes of Chatsworth and Haddon Hall. It is easy to just enjoy a lazy day in the town sampling great cake and coffee in one of the independent coffee shops with a newspaper and a stroll around the quirky and historic narrow lanes and streets of Wirksworth. St Mary’s Church, the Star Disc and the old hidden footpaths around The Dale and Greenhill offer great exploration of local heritage and architecture, and brilliant views.

Plenty of cultural activity in the town with an annual arts festival, open gardens, spring carnival, well dressings, open air cinema screenings and music nights in the pubs.

Hillside Cottage is located in Gorsey Bank, a short walk away from town centre. Gorsey Bank is a delightful hamlet of character homes located just on the outskirts of Wirksworth, overlooking the town. Many of the homes were built for the employees of Providence Mill, once a hive of industry, where narrow red tape to bind legal documents was produced. Gorsey Bank has a web of paths and walkways leading in and around this historic site.

Please note that this cottage is not suitable for wheelchair users or people with limited mobility.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Please discuss before booking.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please leave the cottage neat and tidy as you found it and leave the keys in the keysafe
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Matlock

Located in Matlock, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Chatsworth House and Cromford Mill are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit East Midlands Designer Outlet and Derbion. Wirksworth Leisure Centre and Labyrinth are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby kayaking, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails, mountain biking and cycling.
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Wirksworth, ENG

What's nearby

  • Wirksworth Leisure Centre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Labyrinth - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Gulliver's Kingdom - 16 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Heights of Abraham Cable Car Station - 17 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Alton Towers - 50 min drive - 46.7 km

Getting around

  • Cromford Station - 12 min drive
  • East Midlands Airport (EMA) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Family Tree - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Fishpond - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Greyhound Hotel, Restaurant & Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Fountain - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Mainsail Restaurant - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning Scandinavian Boutique Cottage Retreat with Rolling Countryside Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Stunning Scandinavian Boutique Cottage Retreat with Rolling Countryside Views ?

As of 4 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stunning Scandinavian Boutique Cottage Retreat with Rolling Countryside Views on 23 Mar 2027 start from AU$151, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Stunning Scandinavian Boutique Cottage Retreat with Rolling Countryside Views ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stunning Scandinavian Boutique Cottage Retreat with Rolling Countryside Views ?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning Scandinavian Boutique Cottage Retreat with Rolling Countryside Views ?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Stunning Scandinavian Boutique Cottage Retreat with Rolling Countryside Views located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Wirksworth Leisure Centre and Labyrinth. Steeple Grange Light Railway and Carsington Water are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 104 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 104 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 104 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 104 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 104 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Desmond R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes a good choice of shops nearby.the cottage was comfortable and very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet little cottage with beautiful views. Very peaceful. Comfortable and well equipped. Nice, pleasant walk into town.We enjoyed sitting in the garden, listening to the birds.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was an excellent base for our holiday. Although it was not possible to drive up to the property, we had no problems parking near the church & carrying luggage etc. to the cottage. It was a well-equipped property with everything we needed & very comfortable & cosy on colder days.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

FARRELL A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage ( each room ) and the location were excellent.I really appreciated all the amenities and the provided items from the host.The location was truly village like
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay

The cottage was lovely and really clean and tidy. We enjoyed our stay as it was a good base to explore the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was exactly what we were looking for. It was small but very comfortable and it had everything that we needed. We especially loved having the espresso machine and the instant hot water. The views from all the windows were outstanding. The local home owners that we met were very helpful and provided some tips on things that they recommended to do.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent accommodation

Lovely cottage in peaceful location on edge of village
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Wirksworth Cottage

Superb holiday cottage, well equipped, quiet location, comfortable and clean. Lovely views from cottage and excellent walks straight from the front door. Owner very friendly and helpful. Highly recommended.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good location, steep stairs, a lot of steep hills,walks from the door, railway nearby,,Matlock Bath.

Rained a lot but managed to have some lovely walks and lots to do nearby.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Johannes A.

Delightful little cottage, wonderful stay.

This is a very beautiful little place which feels safe and very clean and has been refurbished to a very high standard. The owner was most helpful and pleasant and I would love to spend some time here again. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely escape

Very clean and fresh. Versatile kitchen. Very comfortable base for exploring the Peak District
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

The cottage was in a great location, close by to main points of interest and was presented immaculately. It truly felt like a home away from away and the views were amazing. Little touches of some milk in the fridge and sugar etc available was great. The owner was also very responsive
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

Charming cottage

We had a fabulous week in this beautiful holiday home. The cottage is very tastefully decorated and extremely clean with everything you could possibly need for a comfortable stay. The cottage is situated up a hill which you have to walk , not a problem at all to us but something to be aware of if you are mobility issues We enjoyed some lovely walks from the cottage, We would highly recommend this property,
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely little cottage

Thoroughly annoyed our stay at this cottage. Tiina has thought of everything and the little touches like biscuits, eggs and milk were greatly appreciated. I would thoroughly recommend to friends and relatives.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely quirky cottage

This is a wonderful place, quirky and very cosy. It’s a steep climb up to the cottage and the stairs are steep too, so it may not be suitable for those with mobility issues, but otherwise I highly recommend it. I also love that all the cleaning products etc are eco-friendly. I will definitely be back. Thank you Tina.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little cottage

Visited this lovely little cottage over the Jubilee weekend. Perfect base for couples for exploring the south of the Peak District and about a 10 minute stroll into the village of Wirksworth which has several decent pubs and eateries. We did trips to Matlock Bath, the Heights of Abraham and Chatsworth House all within half an hour of the property. Everything about the cottage was lovely and we even bumped into Tiina who gave us some tips on places to go and kept in touch with us before and during our stay when needed. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nele D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage close to the peak district

The cottage is small, but perfectly equipped with everything you could possibly need. It is a great starting point for various trips to the surrounding area. We had a great time and would recommend it to everyone! Just one thing: the last few yards to the cottage are on a rather steep hill (hence "Hillside") and it can be a bit tricky to park your car there. You'll need to ascend the last few yards up to the cottage, but if you're reasonably fit, it shouldn't be a problem.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lasttimebuyer 2.

Fantastic boutique cottage in great location with

Immaculate cottage with well equipped kitchen and comfortable peaceful rooms with stylish decor. Ideal for walking and within 10 minutes of the effervescent town of Wirksworth. Feels like you're in the countryside with birdsong and variety of local birds the only resident sound. One of the very best. Tiina was a very helpful and communicative host and the information is encyclopedic. The pubs and eateries in the area are special but if you like craft ale you must go to the Feather Star.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

Perfect countryside get away

We absolutely loved our stay in this lovely cosy cottage! Tiina had provided everything we needed for our stay including menus for local cafes, restaurants, and takeaways which we were impressed with as it's always a little awkward when you walk into somewhere not knowing if you even fancy anything but with the menus provided we could choose where we'd prefer, going by what we liked on the menu beforehand. Tiina was very quick to respond to any queries I had which was great and very helpful! It's the perfect place for a break from normality with walks close by and things to see in the area and town is only a 10-minute walk! We don't drive so the cottage was in a perfect location for us, being able to just nip down to the local shops or country walks around Wirksworth. We loved the little garden and as the weather was nice we got to just chill out, sat on the chairs and could admire the surrounding hills and watch the birds, butterflies, and bees, all busy in the garden. The cottage was very clean and tidy and the bed was very comfortable. The shower was also just as I like it, nice and powerful and perfect temperature! Highly recommend Hillside Cottage and Tiina! If you're staying in Wirksworth, make sure you stay here! :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Little Gem

We had a fabulous stay here and would not hesitate in stopping again. Everything there which you needed. So quiet and peaceful with wonderful views. The host was very helpful and always prompt with her replies. Thank you Tiina for our wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy cottage, good location

Lovely cosy cottage, clean and very well equipped. It has a nice elevated position and a small garden with table and chairs which is perfect for a morning coffee or afternoon cuppa. There are lots of walks in the area so we didn't use our car during our stay, we parked near the church, a short walk away. Tiina is a great host and responds quickly. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very comfortable

Had a lovely time in this cottage. Perfect for a relaxing holiday. Very clean, bed is super comfortable. Never felt bored or homesick staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway cottage wirksworth Derbyshire.

Great getaway home from home cottage. Traditional cottage with all mod cons you could want. Very clean and well thought out.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hillside cottage

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this lovely, cosy cottage. Perfect position as shops, pubs, restaurants, walks all within easy reach but far enough out of the way to be quiet and peaceful at night. Only downside is the steep hill up to the cottage- not a problem for us but could be for anyone less fit / able . Will definitely go again.
Verified

8/10 Good

Helen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage in a working town

We enjoyed our stay in what is a perfect cottage for two. We Had dinner at the pub which was good and also went to the arts cinema which is recommended. Wirksworth itself isn’t picturesque but has lovely countryside on its doorstep
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

About the host

Hosted by Tiina Hill

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We are a family living in Wirksworth with an enthusiasm for the outdoors and the cultural life. Wirksworth provides the perfect base for both! We love the artist community in Wirksworth, the annual arts festival and all the other creative activity that takes place. We are always happy to give you ideas for places to visit, or to go walking and cycling. I love fell running and walking in the hills, and my husband loves his collection of mountain and road bicycles and likes to get out mountain biking in the Peak District at every opportunity. The cottage has lots of maps and books for ideas on where to go. We very warmly welcome you here and happy to help you make the most of your stay.

Why they chose this property

We lovingly renovated the cottage, and have spent happy times there ourselves and now want to let other people enjoy the magical countryside spot. I always feel that Hillside Cottage is a very happy beautiful cottage with the beautiful sunlight it gets and the great suntrap garden with lots of birds and butterflies.


What makes this property unique

The cottage has an amazing tranquility and peace about it as it has a Scandinavian influenced beautiful decor, and has views of hills and fields. The garden offers a perfect opportunity for watching the evening sunset with a glass of wine, or enjoy the frosty views in the winter.

Languages:

English, Finnish
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