Ref: 1815 Little Lavenders

WIRKSWORTH

Matlock 6 miles.

Wirksworth is a small, charming market town situated just a few miles from Matlock, on the edge of the White Peak. Wirksworth is full of character with many buildings of architectural interest, including its magnificent parish church. Visitors will enjoy exploring the ancient "jitties" and courtyards, and the National Stone Centre, as well as the delightful surrounding countryside including nearby Carsington Water and the High Peak Trail. Rock climbing and cycling can be enjoyed here at every level, and there is good walking all around. Well Dressing is unique to Derbyshire, and Wirksworth combines this tradition with a lively carnival. The annual Arts festival attracts international performers of every kind. Beautiful Chatsworth House and Haddon Hall are within easy reach, as well as Matlock Bath with its spectacular cable car, the newly restored Ecclesbourne Valley Railway and Gulliver's Kingdom. Only 2 miles away, the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site in Cromford is not to be missed. In all, Wirksworth is a great location for a varied holiday.

The Property: Little Lavenders

A lovely, 300 year old, stone built terraced cottage situated on a lovely hillside above the charming market town of Wirksworth, just 6 miles from Matlock. Tastefully renovated to retain much of its original character, this delightful property offers warm and welcoming accommodation boasting wonderful beamed ceilings throughout, beautiful Victorian floor tiles and a 'reproduction range' in the sitting room, which incorporates an open fire and working oven. The cottage is ideally located within a short walk of the town centre, with its maze of interesting alleyways full of shops, pubs and quaint buildings and home to the excellent Wirksworth Heritage Walk. Visit nearby Matlock with its host of attractions, including the Heights of Abraham, with its fascinating owl maze and water gardens. An ideal base for a relaxing and enjoyable holiday at any time of year.

Accommodation

Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x single. Bathroom with bath with shower over, basin and WC (accessed via single room). Fitted kitchen. Dining room. Sitting room with 'reproduction range', incorporating an open fire and working oven.

Amenities

Full gas central heating throughout with additional heating from 'reproduction range' in sitting room. Gas cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, colour TV, DVD, stereo/CD player/radio etc. Small library of books/games. Fuel, power and starter pack of fuel for open fire inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Cot and highchair available on request. Roadside parking in this quiet residential village. Cottage garden with garden furniture and BBQ. Additional enclosed, lawned garden 8 yds from property with patio area, garden furniture and beautiful views. One well behaved dog welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 1 mile, pub 10 mins walk.