Title: Chatterbox Cottage, romantic hideaway in the Picturesque Derbyshire Dales Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Chatterbox Cottage, romantic hideaway in the Picturesque Derbyshire Dales ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70190000/70189200/70189109/9b9395a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70190000/70189200/70189109/0cb7bd1f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70190000/70189200/70189109/e63a9cc2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70190000/70189200/70189109/2f21820b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70190000/70189200/70189109/126912a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to Chatterbox Cottage, a romantic hideaway nestled in the idyllic village of Middleton by Wirksworth. Unwind with a log burner, enjoy private parking and charming front gravel area adorned with a bistro set. Discover nearby scenic walks including Robin Hood's Stride and the 9 Ladies Stone Circle. ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Fireplace - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Chatterbox Cottage, romantic hideaway in the Picturesque Derbyshire Dales Chatterbox Cottage, romantic hideaway in the Picturesque Derbyshire Dales Pillow Property Partners is delighted to introduce Chatterbox Cottage, a delightful hideaway nestled in the idyllic village of Middleton by Wirksworth, within the enchanting Derbyshire Dales and at the threshold of the Peak District. Chatterbox Cottage offers a snug retreat, ideal for a romantic getaway. The open-plan kitchen and lounge, complete with a charming log burner, create a cozy atmosphere. Upstairs, discover a comfortable double bedroom with ample storage and a bathroom featuring a refreshing shower. Outside there is a private parking space and a charming front gravel area adorned with a bistro set—an ideal spot to unwind and observe the world passing by after a day of exploring the Peaks! Middleton is a picturesque village with traditional pubs, the stone centre, star disk, the millennium Wall, and convenient access to the high Peak Trail, Black Rocks, and Carsington Reservoir. Nearby scenic walks include Robin Hood's Stride and the 9 Ladies Stone Circle. Chatsworth, Matlock Bath, Cromford Mills, and Matlock are easily accessible attractions within a short drive. Additionally, the charming market town of Bakewell is in close proximity, offering a perfect blend of convenience and tranquillity. Experience the best of Derbyshire living at Chatterbox Cottage! contactless self checkin IMPORTANT Please note the property is non-smoking. If you fail to adhere to any house rules, your deposit will not be returned and additional charges may apply. Partying and excessive noise is not permitted in this property, failure to comply will lead to a fine. Any Damage should be reported immediately and an appropriate charge will apply.  Fire Safety In the event of a fire please leave the building immediately and call 999. Please note no candles or naked flames are permitted in the property. Any damage or injury caused as a result of such items will be the responsibility of the lead booking name and any damages to the property will be chargeable. Whenever you leave the property please ensure that the cooker and lights are switched off. Electrical Items brought into the property are the responsibility of the lead booking name. Any damage or injury caused as a result of these items will be the responsibility of the lead booking name and any damages to the property will be chargeable. We also have a policy against the use of EV Car /Bike charging from the property, due to the fire risk, which would void the insurance. \*Emergency touches have been provided in case of electrical outages. Please do not take these from the property! \* Safety and security This cottage is fully non-smoking. Please do not light candles or any other items that may cause a fire. When leaving please ensure that all windows and doors are securely locked. Ensure you do not lose your keys or lock them in the apartment as this may require a locksmith to attend which will be chargeable. Housekeeping Before vacating the property, we ask that you please leave the house how you found it upon arriving. Please ensure that it is left reasonable clean & tidy and the following has been completing before leaving; Bedding stripped off all beds Towels left in the bath If furniture moved, it is placed back Clean & tidy All perishable items removed and placed into outside bins Fridge & cupboard empty of food items Outside areas free of rubbish and debris All windows closed & doors locked Heating is off / left on frost protection. Please note if the above is not adhered to, a £150 charge will be incurred Electric Car Charging PLEASE NOTE- We do not allow Car Charging from the property. The nearest charging point is less than a mile away- Co-Operative Wirksworth, Petrol Station- Harrison Drive, DE4 4FG. If this rule is not followed, you will be charged. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Gravel flooring in public areas - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a village ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68440000/68434200/68434174/9026d582.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Painter's Cottage, a charming cottage in historic Town of Matlock Bath Derbyshire - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=68434174&PinnedHotelID=68434174&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115640000/115632100/115632028/2e1a7a93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hillside cottage in Matlock, No Deposit Matlock - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Fireplace - Microwave 10 Exceptional 24 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=115632028&PinnedHotelID=115632028&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90870000/90866000/90865903/c518b1a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Chapel row 4 luxurious cottage in the peaks Wirksworth - Washer - Dryer - Parking available - Fireplace [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=90865903&PinnedHotelID=90865903&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18780000/18772900/18772828/597afec5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stunning Scandinavian Boutique Cottage Retreat with Rolling Countryside Views Wirksworth - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 100 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=18772828&PinnedHotelID=18772828&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101590000/101588400/101588392/d96b752e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Central Characterful Grade II Listed Mill Worker Cottage Sleeps 5 Cromford - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=101588392&PinnedHotelID=101588392&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35280000/35272700/35272648/2ed3e80d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 1 bedroom accommodation in Wirksworth, near Matlock Wirksworth, near Matlock - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=35272648&PinnedHotelID=35272648&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Microwave, oven](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118230000/118226100/118226095/9e8f30ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Nice apartment for 2 guests with WIFI and TV Matlock - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Parking available - Microwave [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=118226095&PinnedHotelID=118226095&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106550000/106543600/106543546/42e59f4f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy Barn in The Peak District National Park - ideal for walkers. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Cottage Cottage Cottage Matlock Cottage Cottage Matlock 236157 ## About the area Matlock is home to this cottage. Peak District Mining Museum & Temple Mine and The Grand Pavilion, Matlock Bath are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit East Midlands Designer Outlet and Chesterfield Market. Steeple Grange Light Railway and Derwent Gardens are also worth visiting. [Visit our Matlock travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Matlock.dx5639) [View more Cottages in Matlock](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Matlock-Cottages.d5639-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=53.102734,-1.584153&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:eoccI%7Ckt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key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=VqnFSuHrcaneXwXYM9VKmLSA-oc=) Middleton, England ### What's nearby - Cromford Mill - 6 min drive - 3.9 miles - The Grand Pavilion, Matlock Bath - 6 min drive - 3.9 miles - Heights of Abraham Cable Car Station - 7 min drive - 4.3 miles - Gulliver's Kingdom - 7 min drive - 4.3 miles - Crich Tramway Village - 12 min drive - 7.8 miles ### Getting around - Cromford Station - 9 min drive - East Midlands Airport (EMA) - 66 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Fountain - ‬5 min drive - ‪Nelson Arms - ‬3 min walk - ‪Charles Restaurant - ‬6 min drive - ‪Barley Mow - ‬5 min drive - ‪Kosta's Fish Bar - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Chatterbox Cottage, romantic hideaway in the Picturesque Derbyshire Dales pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Chatterbox Cottage, romantic hideaway in the Picturesque Derbyshire Dales? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Chatterbox Cottage, romantic hideaway in the Picturesque Derbyshire Dales? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Chatterbox Cottage, romantic hideaway in the Picturesque Derbyshire Dales located? > Situated in Matlock, this cottage is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Steeple Grange Light Railway and within 3 miles (5 km) of Cromford Mill and Gulliver's Kingdom. Derwent Gardens and The Grand Pavilion, Matlock Bath are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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