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Dining room | Penny Cottage, Bonsall, near Matlock
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Bonsall, near Matlock
  • Place, Gulliver's Kingdom
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Heights of Abraham Cable Car Station
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Matlock Parks Country Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, East Midlands (EMA)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

2 bedroom accommodation in Bonsall, near Matlock

A tastefully renovated, secret haven tucked away on the edge of the Peak District within easy reach of many attractions.. 18 steps to entrance.

Ground Floor:

Living room: 39" Freeview Smart TV, DVD Player, Ipod Dock, CD Player, Bluetooth Speaker, Woodburner

Dining room.

Kitchen: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine, Washing Machine

First Floor:

Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed

Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed

Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included, remainder available locally. Garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. On road parking. No smoking. Please note: This property is accessed via a steep, sloping footpath. 18 shallow and steep steps to entrance.. Tucked away in the centre of the beautiful village of Bonsall, this perfect ‘chocolate box’ hideaway has been expertly turned into a secret haven by the owner’s keen eye for interior design and renovation. Exquisite soft furnishings and furniture, along with a cosy woodburner, add to the charm and character. With two double bedrooms (one spacious and one more compact), Penny Cottage sits detached, directly on the Limestone Way where you can experience charming fields, dales, caves, cliffs, gorges, woodland and riverside paths along the route. Bonsall is a village of 1000 inhabitants in the Derbyshire Dales on the edge of the Peak District and has a long history of lead mining, possibly going back to Roman times, and is mentioned in the Domesday Book. Bonsall inhabitants have been involved in the textile industry, pre- and post-Arkwright. In early modern times it was on an important salters’ route, and was a staging post on the road between Derby and Manchester. Situated on the edge of the Peak District National Park and just a short drive from the famous Arkwright Mills at Cromford, Penny Cottage makes an ideal base from which to explore the region’s attractions. Matlock and Bakewell are close by, as is the picturesque village of Crich with its fantastic Tramway Village, while majestic Chatsworth House and Carsington Reservoir, with its sailing centre, are well worth a visit. After a day exploring, sit in the beautiful garden with a glass in hand as the sun sets over the tree-lined fields. Tearoom 400 yards, award winning pub serving food less than half a mile. Supermarkets, pharmacies etc. in Matlock, approx. 4 miles away.

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Approach to property is by a rough or gravel track.

There is open water in the property grounds.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Important information

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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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Matlock

Matlock is home to this cottage. Chatsworth House and Cromford Mill are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Peak District National Park and Matlock Parks Country Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at SMH Group Stadium, or consider a night out at Blackbrook House.
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Bonsall, near Matlock

What's nearby

  • Gulliver's Kingdom - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Heights of Abraham Cable Car Station - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Matlock Parks Country Park - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • The Grand Pavilion, Matlock Bath - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Peak District Mining Museum & Temple Mine - 6 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • Cromford Station - 9 min drive
  • East Midlands Airport (EMA) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Fishpond - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Greyhound Hotel, Restaurant & Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Fountain - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bod - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Remarkable Hare - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 2 bedroom accommodation in Bonsall, near Matlock pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 2 bedroom accommodation in Bonsall, near Matlock?

As of 13 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 2 bedroom accommodation in Bonsall, near Matlock on 17 July 2026 start from AU$213, 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 2 bedroom accommodation in Bonsall, near Matlock?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 2 bedroom accommodation in Bonsall, near Matlock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2 bedroom accommodation in Bonsall, near Matlock?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 2 bedroom accommodation in Bonsall, near Matlock located?

Situated in Matlock, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Gulliver's Kingdom, Heights of Abraham Cable Car Station and Victoria Prospect Tower. Matlock Parks Country Park and Life in a Lens Museum of Photography & Old Times are also within 1 mile (2 km). Matlock Bath Station is 28 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Stuart Adamson

Cottage was well presented , very well maintained and clean - Everything you need in the house - No

Cottage was well presented , very well maintained and clean - Everything you need in the house - No pets allowed was a bonus for us with allergies to pet hair / fur Location is Bonsall was great - central to the area and 2 good pubs in walking distance of 1 minute and 10 minutes Loads to see and do in the area . A real gem and fabulous hosts who checked with us that we were comfortable and had what we needed. - pssst! Don’t tell anyone they will all want to go
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

A beautiful cottage in a wonderful location.

A beautiful cottage in a wonderful location. Very clean and well equipped. The owners are very welcoming and helpful. The cupcakes were a lovely gesture and greatly appreciated. Great pub and tea shop near by - both serving good food. Would love to return. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Beautiful, well equipped cottage with a lovely garden in a quiet and peaceful setting.

Beautiful, well equipped cottage with a lovely garden in a quiet and peaceful setting. We loved our 4 nights there and would have liked to have stayed longer. The local pub is just 100 yards away and does takeaway meals in the early evening if you require them. The only downside is having to park in the pub car park and walk up a fairly steep public footpath and 14 steps with your luggage to reach the garden gate to the cottage, which is not ideal if you have disability issues. The cottage was very clean and the owner Rachel was very kind and welcoming and left us some beautiful cupcakes and milk in the fridge on our arrival. Highly recommended! Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

William

What a wonderful cottage! Possibly the nicest we have ever stayed in.

What a wonderful cottage! Possibly the nicest we have ever stayed in. Perfect location in a small friendly village, but off the main street away from noise and traffic (access is 30 yards up a steep slope with a dozen shallow steps). The "Limestone Way" path is only a few steps from the kitchen door so ideal for those who enjoy walks up in the hills with breathtaking views of the village nestling in the valley below. Great pub (dating from 1677) with good pub food and real ale is only 40 yards away on the other side of the road. Cottage has been modernised inside. Lovely clean kitchen with all mod cons, comfortable sitting room and separate dining room with large oval table. Lovely, spotlessly clean modern bathroom with roomy double size quarry tiled shower cubicle and "rainfall" type shower head delivering lots of hot water.Very efficient central heating and a log burner in the sitting room if it gets chilly later in the year. We couldn't find a local shop but large Sainsbury's in Matlock only a 10 minute drive away via the back roads over the top of the surrounding hills. I would unhesitatingly recommend this cottage for Peak District lovers. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Absolutely beautiful cottage and exceptionally clean , fitted through out with Quality fixtures and

Absolutely beautiful cottage and exceptionally clean , fitted through out with Quality fixtures and fittings. Great communication with owner and fantastic information pack. I would definitely recommend. My recommendation for future improvements to the cottage would be 1. better Wi-fi currently very, very slow. 2. Larger TV with Netflix or sky. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Beverly

We loved the cosy comfort and pretty garden of Penny Cottage.

We loved the cosy comfort and pretty garden of Penny Cottage. We found it well-equipped and super clean so we settled in immediately. The location is great too with nice walks and a good tea room just a few minutes away. We enjoyed chatting to the cows in the neighbouring field too! Wouldn't hesitate to return  Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

N

Penny Cottage is a lovely place to stay.

Penny Cottage is a lovely place to stay. The extra touches, cupcakes and fresh flowers upon arrival. Very clean, and with Covid, plenty of hand wash and sanitiser. Felt very at home and relaxed. We couldn’t always park on the pub car park due to us having a large truck, but could park on the street somewhere. Would definitely stay here again. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

David

Penny Cottage surpassed all our expectations.

Penny Cottage surpassed all our expectations. It is tastefully decorated and furnished and a lot of thought has gone into the little touches that make all the difference to your stay. We would like to thank the owners of Penny Cottage for making our 40th Wedding Anniversary an unforgettable experience.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Norma

Excellent cottage, charming, cosy and comfortable.

Excellent cottage, charming, cosy and comfortable. Lovely garden, full of birds and attractive plants. Great location for walking.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Lovely stone cottage in a nice quiet village.

Lovely stone cottage in a nice quiet village.The standard of decor was excellent and it was a home away from home. We are planning on returning next year.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Taryn

An absolute gem of a cottage.

An absolute gem of a cottage. The owner has obviously spent time thinking through what makes a great holiday rental. Everything has been thought of. The cottage is beautifully put together, and very tasteful. Not a sign of Ikea anywhere! We spent a week here and none of us wanted to leave. The local pub which is 30 steps away is a great bonus. And the Victoria Sponge left as a welcome was sublime! Thank you Rachel.
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10/10 Excellent

Karen and Graham

We had a wonderful and relaxing week at Penny Cottage.

We had a wonderful and relaxing week at Penny Cottage. Lucky enough to have good weather, we made the most of sitting in the beautiful cottage garden where the only sounds were the bees and church bells sounding. The cottage itself was extremely comfortable, with tasteful decor and a wonderful attention to detail - thanks so much for the welcome message, flowers and of course the cake which we really enjoyed. Penny Cottage is well placed to travel around the area and we made the most of re-visiting places we ventured to over 20 years ago.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Probably the nicest holiday cottage we have been in.

Probably the nicest holiday cottage we have been in. Beautifully decorated and furnished, super clean and very well equipped. We arrived late in the evening to cut flowers on the table, a homemade lemon drizzle cake with fresh cream (in the fridge!) and a welcome message spelt out in Scrabble letters - so thoughtful and very welcoming after a long journey. The cottage is surrounded by lovely views of the village and countryside - and there is a fabulous walk over the back of the cottage to the Barley Mow pub (highly recommended) which we did several times during the week. The garden is very pretty too with plenty of chairs to relax in - the kids found enough space to turn cartwheels. The village of Bonsall has everything you need including several pubs, a tearoom, shop and playground. It has a long history and there is a book in the cottage all about Bonsall which was an interesting read. The village proved to be a great base for exploring the Peak District - we packed in a lot but there’s still much more to see. We really relaxed on this holiday and didn’t want to leave!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Josie

Just stayed here for 2 nights.

Just stayed here for 2 nights...a beautiful cottage and location. Some very thoughtful touches to make us feel at home. A lovely place to come back to after our long hike!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN

This is one of the loveliest cottages we have stayed in in many years.

This is one of the loveliest cottages we have stayed in in many years. Immaculately presented, beautifully equipped, in a very pretty village near to many attractions: Haddon Hall, Masson and Cromford Mills and canal, Chatsworth, Calke Abbey, Kedleston Hall, Sudbury Hall, Bakewell and Buxton. The cottage is set in a lovely garden - which is beautifully planted and maintained and has some nice garden furniture - up a footpath (part of a network of footpaths around the village of Bonsall) and steps, the kitchen is equipped with excellent appliances and is bright and airy, the adjoining dining/breakfast room is large and comfortable with a good supply of board games and books (all in great condition and well chosen), next door a good sized living room with a good TV and comfy chairs and a big sofa, upstairs are two pretty bedrooms - one with a five foot bed which is supremely comfortable, and a lovely bathroom with a walk in shower we wished we could take home! The whole cottage is warm with great central heating and a log burner for the colder months, bright and light and we would recommend this cottage to anyone who likes a peaceful and quiet location - the church bells were all we could hear at some times! We were welcomed with homemade mini Victoria Sponge cakes and chocolate dipped Strawberries in the fridge! This is a truly well thought out and beautiful holiday home equipped to the highest standard and a great find in a lovely area!
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10/10 Excellent

Jane

A beautiful cottage positioned next to the Limestone Way.

A beautiful cottage positioned next to the Limestone Way. Tastefully decorated, comfortable beds and warm. The weather was cold the week we stayed so we were very grateful for a toasty warm cottage to return to at the end of the day. Thank you for all your thoughtful touches and especially the delicious cake. Bonsell is close to all of the local sights and there are many walks from the cottage door. The tearoom in the village was a welcome sight at the end of a circular walk especially as we were always getting lost! Unfortunately the pub across the road was closed for refurbishment but we look forward to using it on our next visit. Jane & Simon
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10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Had an amazing holiday in Penny cottage its just stunning.

Had an amazing holiday in Penny cottage its just stunning. So beautifully decorated and so well equipped. We arrived to a scrumptious fresh sponge cake made by the owner Rachel, hot chocolate and wee Easter eggs. But to be left milk and pots of tea, coffee herbal tea and various kitchen condiments was amazing, so handy and a super surprise. The cottage is ideally situated away from traffic, located opposite the pub which serves delicious meals. The gorgeous garden with table and chairs and a cute garden boat seat to chill in the sun was perfect. A lovely collection of DVD's, books and board games were enjoyed. The beds were comfy, the cottage cosy / warm and always lots hot water, we loved eating our meals together in the spacious dinning room. There was plenty of literature to hand of activities in the local area. We had a fantastic time White water rafting, rock climbing / abseiling, following the local walks and thoroughly enjoyed our stroll around the reservoir and our Saturday morning park run at Bakewell. Thank you was a pleasure to stay in your lovely home.
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10/10 Excellent

rebecca

Penny cottage is absolutely gorgeous in an idyllic setting.

Penny cottage is absolutely gorgeous in an idyllic setting. They had even baked us a fresh cream chocolate cake on arrival, milk in the fridge, and tea,coffee,sugar, hot chocolate and biscuits. There was also fresh flowers on the table and wood provided for the wood burner. the bed was super comfy too !! ?
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10/10 Excellent

Jan

P

Perfect in every way x
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10/10 Excellent

Christine

T

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay

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