Hillocks Cottage, Kniveton

Kniveton is a pretty and ancient village which lies on the road between Ashbourne and Wirksworth. The village has the same name as the original lords of the manor, whose coat of arms may be seen in ancient stained glass in the 13th century church in the village. For a map of the area - Click Here

Three miles away is Ashbourne, lying at the southern end of the Peak District, which is a perfect example of an English market town - market place with stalls, eccentric street plan, narrow cobbled alleys, coaching inns and almshouses. In the 18th Century, the town was a fashionable social centre and many fine Georgian buildings remain from this period. Today the town still has much to offer in terms of shops, restaurants and inns and is regarded as something of a haven for antique hunters.

For those with an appetite for outdoor pursuits, Carsington Water, the Dove and Manifold Valleys  are all close by. Beautiful Chatsworth House and Haddon Hall are within easy reach, as well as Matlock Bath with its spectacular cable car and caves, history of mining museum and Gulliver's Kingdom. For thrill seekers Alton Towers is only 20 minutes away. More information of where to visit can be found on our 'where to visit' section.

Hillocks Cottage is a spacious 300 year old stone built cottage with exposed beams, situated in the heart of the village and a couple of minutes walk from the local pub - the Red Lion - which has a reputation for good food. Hillocks Cottage has recently undergone a sympathetic renovation, which has enabled it to retain much of its original charm and character and includes:

• Cosy sitting room with log burning stove, Colour TV with Freeview, DVD & Stereo CD/Radio
• 3 bedrooms - 2 double bedrooms and a single bedroom with a loft bed (upper part of full size bunk bed), to sleep 5
• An additional single bed can be provided in the double bedroom to accommodate a 6th guest
• Large family bathroom upstairs with power shower over bath
• Fully fitted Kitchen / Diner including a microwave oven,  fridge / freezer and washer / dryer
• Downstairs cloakroom with additional WC & Basin
• Gas Central heating, all fuel and power
• Bed linen and towels
• 'Phone for incoming and emergency calls
• Cot and highchair available on request
• Well behaved pets welcome at no extra charge
• Decked garden with furniture to the side of the property
• Parking on the street outside cottage
• A welcome pack including a pint of milk, some tea & coffee for that important cuppa when you arrive!

The Cottage is available for 3, 4 and 7-day bookings throughout the year, though we will always be flexible wherever we can, to accommodate the start date and length of holiday you prefer.

We look after our cottages and our guests personally and are on-call throughout your stay should you need any help or advice.