Winster 2.4 miles.
Tucked away in the idyllic village of Birchover near Winster, Derbyshire, is this traditional two-bedroom cottage, Lion Cottage.
Enjoying a superb location within the Peak District National Park, next to the popular Red Lion pub, and a lovely interior adorned with original features including exposed beams and stonework, Lion Cottage is a fantastic choice for couples or a family of four.
Be greeted by a lovely front enclosed courtyard, where you can look forward to dining alfresco or savouring your morning coffee.
Step into the inviting sitting room, featuring plush seating, an electric fire and a TV, the perfect space to unwind in after a day of exploring.
Continue through to find the formal dining area, with dining seating, sofa bed for one and open fire, as well as the fully-equipped kitchen, where you can rustle up tasty meals ready to enjoy over a bottle of wine.
Upstairs, a beautifully tiled bathroom awaits for leisurely soaks and quick freshen ups, along with two well-presented bedrooms, a double with en-suite and a twin.
Explore the village, where a short walk will bring you to the popular Red Lion Inn, a 17th-century pub, and the Druid Inn, both serving traditional ales and hearty pub fare, ideal for when you don’t fancy cooking!
For a wider selection of amenities, Winster rests nearby, and offers the welcoming eateries of The Miners Standard and The Old Bowling Green, along with a well-stocked convenience store and the fascinating National Trust site of Winster Market House.
Next stop is Bakewell, where you can sample the traditional Bakewell pudding, tour the Bakewell Old House Museum, or spend an afternoon at the esteemed Chatsworth House, complete with vast gardens with labyrinth and adventure playground.
Further afield, you will find Matlock, where you can embark up the Heights of Abraham, picnic in Hall Leys Park, or continue onto Matlock Bath, where you’ll find the Peak District Mining Museum and Gullivers Kingdom.
All this and more awaits at Lion Cottage.