Derby, Peak District
Relax with the family in this lovely character cottage on the outskirts of rural Derbyshire. Spend your days relaxing with good company at the cottage or enjoy the local amenities which are within walking distance.
The Cottage At Markeaton is a dog friendly holiday cottage.
Situated on the doorstep of Markeaton Park, a large green space which offers something for everyone including walks, footgolf, disc golf, pitch and putt, tennis and the Park Run for the active. For relaxation wander round attractive gardens, the Craft Village or have afternoon tea at the Orangery. The Mundy Play Centre is a fantastic family attraction with a wealth of activities including bouncy castles, crazy golf, electric cars, trampolines, play area and large paddling pool. The park also hosts a number of special events. Walk further afield on nearby public footpaths. Kedleston Hall and park (NT) is just 3 miles away. Or hop in the car and visit the pretty town of Ashbourne which borders the Peak District National Park. Step into the hallway with a nearby space to store coats and boots, and a handy downstairs WC. Head through to the kitchen with a beautiful beamed ceiling, offering a range cooker with electric oven and induction hob, dishwasher, fridge and microwave. There is a spacious utility room nearby offering lots of extra storage for groceries including a washing machine, tumble dryer, freezer and Dolce Gusto coffee machine. Through the beamed dining room with feature inglenook to the cosy beamed lounge which offers plenty of comfortable seating. The cosy lounge offers plenty of comfortable seating alongside a Smart TV and a delightful wood burner (logs included) at the centre of the room. There are two separate staircases to reach the bedrooms, the first staircase leads to two super king zip and link bedrooms (which can be made into a twin upon request) one with an en suite bathroom with shower over bath, sink and WC. The second staircase leads to a super king zip and link bedroom (which can be made into a twin upon request) and a double bedroom. There is a nearby shower room with an enclosed shower, sink and WC. Outside, there is a pretty enclosed courtyard garden with outdoor furniture and parasol, perfect to enjoy a summer BBQ with good company. There is private off road parking situated opposite the property across the road, for three cars and a lawned area perfect for ball games.
4 bedrooms 3 super king zip and link bedrooms (which can be made into twins upon request) and a double bedroom. 2 bathrooms 1 en suite bathroom with shower over bath and WC, 1 shower room with WC, downstairs WC. Electric range oven and induction hob, fridge, dishwasher, Dolce Gusto coffee machine and microwave. Utility with washing machine, tumble dryer and freezer. Wood burner (logs included). Smart TV in the lounge. Enclosed courtyard garden with seating and charcoal BBQ. Further garden across the road with lawned area suitable for ball games but not dog secure. Off road parking for 3 cars and private parking situated across the road. Pub and shop under 1 mile. Please note Markeaton Park has a music event the weekend of 12th July 2024, which can affect local traffic and can be heard from the property.
Short breaks may still be available.
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