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Style and Comfort - Welcome to The Bobbin

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Perfect place for some R & R!
Luxurious Double bed with coiled spring mattress
The Kitchen with stable door out to the Courtyard
Enjoy a cosy evening in front of the log burner during those cooler evenings
The Sitting Room and dining area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Ashford in the Water, ENG
  • Haddon Hall Manor
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Chatsworth House Labyrinth
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Chatsworth House
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Manchester (MAN)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Style and Comfort - Welcome to The Bobbin

This delightful Grade II listed cottage (part of an old Stocking Mill) nestling in the picturesque Peak District benefits from being only a few steps away from the village tearoom & 2 cracking pubs! Cycle on the Monsal Trail or walk in the stunning grounds at Chatsworth House, both are easily accessible and glorious views await. A visit to the nearby market town of Bakewell to sample the infamous Bakewell Pudding, is also a must! Our aim has been to make The Bobbin, an extremely comfortable 'home from home' !

The cottage is split over three floors and comprises:
Kitchen, Sitting Room with eating area, Double Bedroom, Twin Room and Family Bathroom on the top floor.

There is a shared Courtyard to the rear, accessible from the kitchen with table and chairs and an outhouse for laundry and a freezer and the for bicycles.

Regarding children playing outside, please be advised there is no gate to close off the Courtyard.

Also, the staircase is steep and may not be suitable for very young children, ie toddlers and the elderly.

Guest access:
Guests can park in front of/near to the property and have access via the right hand side of the building and via the kitchen to the Courtyard at the rear of the cottage.

The neighbourhood:
The Bobbin is perfectly situated in the heart of the village & ideal for those with & without transport. Ashford in the Water is steeped in history & with the Monsal Trail on the doorstep, there is plenty to see & do. You can enjoy a day out visiting Derbyshire's jewel, Chatsworth or pop into Bakewell & then on to Haddon Hall. Nearby Hassop Station has a wonderful café, book & gift store too with cycle/bike hire available.

Other things to note:
Wood Burning Stove
We supply some logs to get you going in the Winter months-December/January/February
More logs available to purchase from supermarkets in Bakewell
Books, DVDs and Board Games
Complementary Soap, Shower/Bath Gel and Shampoo for your use
100% Cotton Bedlinen
Divan Beds with pocket sprung mattresses
Feather Pillows & Non Allergenic Pillows available
Wooden and padded coat hangers
Travel Cot, Highchair and bottom cotton sheet available on request

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
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
*If you are unable to stay due to any reason you (the guest) will need to cancel or alter your booking dates.
**You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property that is caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bakewell

Located in Bakewell, this cottage is in a rural area. Bakewell Golf Club and Goyt Valley are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Buxton Baths and Chesterfield Market. Travelling with kids? Consider Bloomers Original Bakewell Puddings, or check out an event or a game at Hathersage Swimming Pool. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking, mountain biking and cycling nearby.
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Ashford in the Water, ENG

What's nearby

  • Bakewell Golf Club - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Derbyshire Dales National Nature Reserve - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Haddon Hall Manor - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Chatsworth House Labyrinth - 15 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Chatsworth House - 16 min drive - 14.3 km

Getting around

  • Buxton Station - 19 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Quackers Café - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Crispin - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Old Original Bakewell Pudding Shop - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Red Lion - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪White Lion - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Style and Comfort - Welcome to The Bobbin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Style and Comfort - Welcome to The Bobbin?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Style and Comfort - Welcome to The Bobbin?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Style and Comfort - Welcome to The Bobbin located?

This family-friendly Bakewell cottage is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of Bakewell Golf Club, Bloomers Original Bakewell Puddings and Baked Well Pottery Painting. Old House Museum and All Saints Church are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lynda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Bobbin
We were very impressed with the location and facilities of The Bobbin and would highly recommend the cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous stay
The Bobbin is a beautiful, cosy house in a fantastic location. Well thought out accommodation and has everything you need. Talking with Debra and Simon was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place
Lovely little cottage in Ashford a sufficient distance that you cannot hear the A6 Attentive friendly owners Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short stay in the Peak District
Lovely property in nice location. Easy for a visit to Bakewell and surrounding area. Very clean & cosy cottage and we hope to come again, thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy cottage
possibly need, host communicate extreme well. Fab location could walk to 2 pubs with great food, a shop and tea roo.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We absolutely loved our stay at The Bobbin and just wish it were longer. The cottage is cosy and inviting, and it was our perfect home base to explore Derbyshire. Everything was clean, Simon was wonderfully communicative, and we loved the tip about going to the Ashford Arms for dinner. It was so good we went back the next night. We're already dreaming up an excuse to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kamal B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday in peak!
Great stay in wonderful cottage! Very clean, comfortable, and well located.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy and comfortable
Only had 3 nights to enjoy the area, but provision of maps was very welcome and easy access for lovely countryside, especially biking on the Monsal Trail. Simon and Debs were most helpful with information and communication before our arrival and had easy control of the heating after unusual cold weather!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Peter H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short break
A quirky little property in a beautiful location, clean and well presented throughout, certainly would not have any hesitation returning,
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A quaint Little Cottage
Very central to the village of Ashford in the water. Local bus but not sure how often it is. Two Local pubs serving great food. Very clean and comfy beds. No problem parking in the street outside property. Overall a comfortable stay. VERY QUIET
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Peak District stay
We had a great time staying at the bobbin, which we found to be just as it was described and perfect for a weekend with friends. Ashford in the water is a lovely place, close to Bakewell and Chatsworth. There are lots of walks nearby and the pub round the corner does fantastic food. Owners were very friendly and helpful, would definitely like to return.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
August 2023
We had a wonderful stay at this property. It was in a perfect spot for us to explore the peak district and Ashford is a beautiful and quiet village (we totally recommend Aisseford tearoom for breakfast and check out the Sheep bridge on the river). The cottage itself was beautifully presented with lots of charming features and had everything we needed for a short break. We are already thinking about dates for a return visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole O.

Absolutely wonderful!
Everything about our stay at The Bobbin was perfect! Debs was excellent with communication and Simon was there to greet us with the keys and to give us a quick tour of the cottage; he even carried our ridiculously heavy bags up the stairs for us! The Bobbin is cosy, very well maintained, and perfect for any type of stay. The location is excellent for walks around the village or for exploring the beauty of the Peak District. If you're looking for a quiet place with tons of charm and fantastic hosts this is the place for you! Are your dates available? What are you waiting for? Reserve The Bobbin now and you won't be disappointed!! Thanks Debs and Simon; we cannot wait for a chance to return :)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

4/10 Poor

Peter O., Iowa, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Cramped and Basic
We found The Bobbin to be cramped and rather dark inside with a disappointing outside concrete courtyard that is shared by other properties and that has a view of several dustbins. The kitchen is small with limited facilities. There is for example no microwave or dishwasher. Also, the fridge did not have a freezer section. We found it somewhat difficult preparing and cooking meals in such a compact space. The property is on three stories with the bathroom and toilet on the top floor. Getting to the top floor entails climbing treacherously steep stairs with narrow treads. On the plus side, there is a pub within walking distance. The second pub in the village is closed at present. We felt so constrained by the tightness of the space in The Bobbin that we spent one night at the nearby Riverside House Hotel in a room with an outside terrace. It felt wonderful to be able to sit outside with a view of grass and flowers. The restaurant there was exceptional.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rocío A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excelente
Excelente en limpieza, equipamiento (a pesar de no ser muy grande, tiene de todo, está muy bien pensada) y sobre todo unos dueños amabilísimos y dispuestos a agradar y ayudarnos en cualquier cosa.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura W., London

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely return visit to this charming and cosy cottage
Second time visiting the Bobbin with some friends. Cottage is really well equipped and very comfortable. We will return!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a long weekend
Everything provided as described. The location was great with easy access to walks, made better by the supply of local OS Maps. It is also not too far to Bakewell. The ducks by the river were great entertainment for a 1 year old too.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sagarika B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location!
We loved our week at The Bobbin. It was a delightful cottage full of character and in a great location. Thanks to Debs and Simon for their timely communication which helped us a lot. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect weekend away
Perfect get away location for our girls weekend. The bobbin was just what we needed with great suggestions from Debra and Simon for places to eat
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage in lovely village
My daughter and her friends loved the cottage….perfect for weekend stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just perfect..!
Such a lovely, little cottage in a picturesque village. Could not have been happier with our choice. All communication was straightforward and check in was seamless. Ideal for a visit to Chatsworth.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A short break around Ashford in the water.
A great cozy cottage in the peaceful village of Ashford. Ideal location for outdoor activities and only 5 minutes from Bakewell. The owners welcomed us at the property and all the details of the cottage were clearly explained.

10/10 Excellent

Stacey A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic break
The Bobbin was a fantastic location for a great weekend away. Small and cosy, but with everything we needed. Communication was easy and we felt well looked after. The village is stunning! We enjoyed feeding the ducks, sampling the tea room's ice cream and drinking in the beer garden while our little girl played on the playpark. Very enjoyable and relaxing. Bakewell is 5 mins drive away and had plenty of takeaway/food/shopping options. We also enjoyed visiting Hassop Station and walking along the Monsal Trail - stunning views. We'd happily stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jamie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage in a lovely location
We had a wonderful stay at The Bobbin and it was a perfect location for Chatsworth House and the Monsail trail. The cottage was clean and had all the amenities you would require and Simon was very friendly from start to finish. We ate at the Bulls Head a 3 minute walk from the cottage and the food was lovely. We will definitely be back! Thank You soo much
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Lucinda F.

Cosy, good location
Facilities good shame the bathroom was on the 3rd floor
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

About the host

Your host

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Derbyshire has been our home for over 20+ years and we feel privileged to have raised both our children in this beautiful county. It has always been our dream to own a property in the pretty village of Ashford in the Water and we hope you find The Bobbin as enchanting as we do. We live 15 minutes away, in a nearby village and look forward to welcoming you.

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