Riber Cottage Sleeps 12

• Sleeps 12
• Saturday Change Over Day
• Open Fire/Woodburner
• WiFi
• Garden
• Fishing Available

A fine three storey 18th century Georgian house, Derwent House has been lovingly refurbished, whilst maintaining many historical features of this Grade II listed property. The house has a Gold award from Visit England in recognition of the exceptional standards and service.  Derwent house is located in a quiet area of Matlock, next to Hall Leys Park and within walking distance of varied shops and restaurants. The house is an ideal base to explore the delights of the Peak District throughout the year. We offer a ‘home from home’ experience for guests to come to escape, relax and unwind. Delightful lounge with log burner Derwent House enjoys a large, elegant lounge with stone fireplace, wood burning stove, and feature bay window. The lounge has comfortable seating, television with DVD player and mini hifi system. An additional reception room, (the original kitchen) is found off the corridor with further sofas. The "old kitchen" (second lounge) Double doors lead from the kitchen into the cosy second lounge, with a sofa and chairs and original fireplace. A lovely hideaway in which to read, chat or relax. Large dining room - seats 12 Adjacent to the lounge is a spacious dining room, with large bay window, restored fireplace and large oak dining table. A splendid room for a special meal together. Large, well equipped kitchen The kitchen, with original quarry tile flooring, incorporates a dishwasher, fridge, microwave, double gas oven and 7 ring hob with a large range of cooking equipment and utensils. The dining table has benches, ideal for breakfast and informal dining. The utility room Houses washing machine, tumble dryer, freezer and recycling facilities

There is also ample space for drying clothes and walking boots. The master bedroom has a king size bed with an original Georgian fireplace, oak wardrobe, chest of drawers and bedside cabinets. Television and DVD player. Opposite the master bedroom is a twin bedroom decorated in classical Georgian style, with chest of drawers, built in wardrobe and en-suite toilet and shower room. Television and DVD player. Towards the back of the house is a double bedroom with wooden furniture, storage, en-suite toilet and shower room. There is a further double bedroom, with wardrobe and en-suite toilet and shower. The large Victorian style panelled bathroom, freestanding bath with hand held shower, basin and toilet are situated on this floor. The fifth bedroom is located on the second floor. A large twin room, with wooden furniture and views of Knowleston Gardens. Finally, the sixth bedroom has a double bed, built-in wardrobes and en-suite toilet and hand basin. The courtyard garden With original flagstones and salting sink. There is a range of planting and seasonal herbs. The area is enclosed by a gate and has seating for guests. Parking There is plenty of parking on Knowleston Place, a quiet cul-de-sac where, generally, you can park right outside the house.