33 Main Road

Our Stay at Main Road Cottage We had a lovely stay overall and wanted to share some honest feedback that we hope will help future guests.

Starting with the positives, the cottage is well equipped with games, which was a nice touch during our stay. The kitchen is also well stocked with everything we needed, and the underfloor heating was lovely, making the cottage really comfortable throughout. However, we did want to highlight a few issues we encountered. The driveway leading down to the cottage is pebbly and uneven, which meant we couldn't pull our suitcases at all. We had to carry them the whole way, back and forth, which became a real nuisance. To make things more difficult, our second car had to park further down the road, meaning we had even further to carry our bags. We understand the driveway is narrow, but we would have appreciated the option to briefly drive down and drop cases off, especially as there is parking right outside the cottage. Unfortunately, the pebbled surface continues all the way to the cottage entrance, so there was no way to avoid carrying luggage the entire distance. The staircase inside the cottage was another concern for us. We found it very steep, and socks on the stairs made them feel quite slippery. In our view, some grip strips on the treads would be a worthwhile addition. There's also a bolt sticking out of the wall near one of the staircases, which made it uncomfortable to hold the rail properly without knocking your hand on it. In our experience, the steps have narrow, steep treads, and we personally feel they wouldn't suit elderly guests or anyone with mobility concerns. Privacy was another issue for us. Most of the windows in the cottage feel quite exposed, with visibility into the property from nearly every window. Only the bathroom, dining room, and a small window in the living room offered any real privacy. On the housekeeping side, despite confirming we didn't have a pet, we arrived to find dog bowls, bags, biscuits, and large feeding bowls in the hallway, which created a bit of a trip hazard for us. It might be worth removing these items when guests don't bring a dog along. I personally like dogs, but for somebody who does not, seeing these things left out could be off-putting. The upstairs was very dusty, particularly around the lamps, where we found hairs and quite a lot of dust. We also found there was no washing-up liquid provided, only a single dishwasher tablet, so we ended up having to buy these ourselves. On top of that, one of the bedroom fans was full of dust and unusable. We also found notes with dos and don'ts placed throughout the cottage, which made us feel quite uncomfortable during our stay. We understand the importance of keeping the property well maintained, but it left us feeling as though we were being watched over rather than able to relax and enjoy our time away. We also wanted to mention our check-in experience. We understood the check-in policy was 4pm, but having driven over five hours to reach the cottage and with a family reunion planned for 5pm, we enquired whether there was any possibility of checking in slightly earlier, even just half an hour, so we could grab a quick shower and a short rest. We were advised that this wasn't possible. We do understand that the cleaners needed time to prepare the cottage, but we felt a little more flexibility would have been appreciated given the circumstances, even by 20 or 30 minutes. As it turned out, we ended up running quite late anyway, largely due to the time it took getting our cases up and down the driveway, which only added to the delay. So, would we stay again? Honestly, we don't think we would. Between the staircase, which we personally found steep and difficult, the inconvenience of the driveway and parking situation, the lack of privacy, and the rigidity around check-in, these issues were significant enough to affect our overall experience. We did enjoy parts of our stay, particularly the kitchen, games, the welcome biscuits, and the underfloor heating, but on balance, we don't feel the cottage is quite the right fit for us to return to.

33 Main Street is a beautiful, clean cottage in a fabulous part of Derbyshire.

The walks and views are fantastic, the cottage has everything you need and is very dog friendly. There are two places to eat and drink in the village and the neighbours are very welcoming . We would love to come back.

Lovely cottage

Number 33 is a smashing holiday cottage with plenty of space and a really high level of attention to detail provided by the owner Kate…from welcome packs to dog treats - all is great.

The location was ideal not least because the Greyhound pub is very accommodating of dogs and only a 5-minute walk. If you’re considering this cottage - do it - you won’t be disappointed.

Lovely stay in this beautiful cottage with our two dogs.

Really well equipped and comfortable. Would definitely stay again

We had a wonderful stay at 33 Main Road and would definitely recommend.

The property was exactly as described and the location was perfect. The garden was fully secure for our two dogs, who loved their holiday too. Excellent all round!

The cottage was perfect in every way - it had everything that we needed.

Had a lovely large kitchen, comfy beds and a wonderful bathroom with shower downstairs. The enclosed garden was perfect for us to sit outside with the dog. The area was quiet and you can tell that the owner takes pride in her property to ensure that you have a delightful stay

Lovely place to stay.

Friendly neighbours too. Great enclosed garden for the dogs. Very comfortable beds and a kitchen so big and well equipped you want for nothing. The dogs were made very welcome with toys, a massive bed and treats. Stair gates installed in 3 places so easy to control your dogs movements ( keeping off the open staircase). A lovely pub down the road that is very welcoming with great food. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Owner always quickly replies to questions if help needed. Try it. You'll love it.

We couldn't have asked for more.

The cottage was spotless and cosy. The owner had thought of our every need which made our time there both relaxing and easy. It is a perfect holiday place for a dog. Spiggot had a lovely safe time in the garden and who enjoyed the treats and a comfortable bed.

We had such a lovely stay at this property.

Kate goes the extra mile with her thoughtfulness - the dog water bowl full on arrival, treats for humans and dog, backpacks to borrow for walking, a basket of logs for the fire and even a doggie sofa (much loved by our Labrador). Communication from Kate was excellent, even warning us in advance about a small issue with the boiler which was about to be fixed. The cottage is very comfortable, perfect for a family of four with ample space for all and very well maintained. The kitchen has everything you could possibly need and more, there are books, games and plenty of leaflets and guides to the local area. We had a fabulous walk along White and Froggats Edges which we found in one of the walking books, and had a wonderful visit to Chatsworth just a half hour drive away. Perfect location, perfect cottage and one to return to again and again. Highly recommend.

The Cottage was amazing and had everything we needed and more The host was super helpful and approachable Would definitely stay again All the humans and especially our dog had a great stay

Absolutely gorgeous cottage to spend Christmas.

The facilities were excellent and allowed us to host family with ease. The thought that has gone into the little extras whether for humans or dogs were second to none. We can honestly say that this is one of the nicest cottages we have stayed in as it made us feel so welcome and cosy.

Beautiful cottage a true home from home.

The dogs loved the treats left for them and cozied up together on the huge bed together after our days out. Everything and every room was spotless. Great central location to Matlock, Bakewell and Chatsworth house. A pub 5 mins walk serving decent food (dog friendly) and a local shop 5 mins drive or for bigger shops Tesco and Aldi 10 mins drive. We had a lovely time and hope to book again next year. The owner was lovely and communication was fab, even put some decs up on my hubbys request .which was a lovely surprise. 5 star all the way.

This is a lovely cottage with comfortable sofas.

Loved the under-floor heating. The log burner wasn't needed to keep the lounge warm, but lovely to see real flames. The kitchen is very well-equipped. Plenty of toys and treats for the dog, and he loved his mattress in the lounge. The owner, Kate, is charming and helpful. We had a lovely time and wouldn't hesitate to recommend the cottage.

Was an absolute pleasure to spend my birthday at the cottage, we had the best time and was so nice to stay somewhere really dog friendly and such a beautiful cottage!

This is a beautifully restored cottage, tucked away down a small lane in a lovely village.

Kate the owner has gone to great lengths to ensure a very comfortable stay, with lots of additions including arrival treats for us and a cozy bed, toys and treats for our dog. The garden is secure for dogs too. The only slight downside is the lack of parking- however, this is made clear in the listing and we never struggled to find a place to park the car on the nearby street. It's less than a minute to walk down the lane with your things. The location was close enough to our workplace (this was a working holiday for us) in Chesterfield to be near amenities, but far enough away to feel like you're getting away from it all.

We were welcomed by Kate when we arrived who was personally cleaning the house for us.

The dogs were incredibly welcome, and the dog sofa was such a hit we have had to buy them one! The range cooker in the kitchen was a real luxury. Super comfortable bed. Warm ane cozy home, Beautiful bathroom. Luscious lawn. So peaceful and quiet. Clearly a home that has been loved and care taken to make it as lovely as possible for guests. And really well located for hikes nearby.. We would definitely stay again.

This is our second stay at number 33, Kate has put her heart into making this a beautiful place to stay, everything thing is there we needed.

The dog treats and very comfy bed went down a treat with our two dogs and the garden is very secure. Lots of local amenities and food available over the road at Santos hotel and Greyhound pub a short walk away. Great base for exploring Derbyshire. Highly recommend

We had a lovely time at 33 Main Road!

It was clear that a lot of time and effort had gone into the maintenance, decor and amentities of the cottage. It was the best equipped cottage we have ever stayed in. There were treats for our dog (and for us), poo bags, day rucksacks and every kitchen utensil you could ask for. The location of the cottage was great, there was a pub (the greyhound) in easy walking distance which did great food and there were walks for the dog from the cottage. Everything in the cottage was immaculately clean and everything was lovely quality. There was some scaffold on an adjacent property, but we did not encounter any problems with noise or dust. The cottage does have a lovely fully enclosed rear garden which is great if you have a dog. The weather was too good to need the woodburner but we would love to return and make use of it in the future. Overall we can highly recommend this cottage, the neigbhours were very friendly and the owner was lovely - even contacting us to let us know we could get early entry if we needed it.

What an exceptional property 33 Main Road is.

Just from opening the door the cottage felt so welcoming. It was beautifully clean and very well appointed. The living room so comfy and the log burner a joy, gloriously large family bathroom and comfy beds upstairs. The kitchen was so well stocked with everything the family needed to cook big or small meals and a well proportioned fridge/freezer. The listing mentioned the stairs and not for those with limited mobility but we were fine and yes there was renovation going on next door but as a detached cottage it didn't detract from a wonderful and relaxing stay. A huge credit to Kate to let such delightful accommodation. Thank you

What a place, truly felt like 5 star.

Cottage is so well maintained, furnished beautifully and overall just fabulous. Living room, comfy, lots of books and games with easy to work tv and a great dog sofa! Downstairs bathroom, beautiful bath and unique shower. Kitchen had everything you would need, (some places we have stayed don’t even have salt) this had lots of things you would need like oil, salt and pepper, washing up liquid etc, and was so very clean. Dining room we didn’t really use other than for the information on local attractions leaflets but was lovely. The hallway had great boot storage area and coat hooks for convenience and the whole downstairs had underfloor heating which was lovely. Garden beautifully enclosed for the dog and although there is building work next door it’s really not an issue. Never heard a thing and didn’t interfere with our holiday once. Upstairs was just a lovely, super comfy bed, lovely bed linen and great shower. Stairs are a little steep though. Cottage is in a beautiful spot for walking and was a lovely break for us to just relax and walk. The owner really does care about this property and in my opinion has thought of everything. Would highly recommend this property.

Superbly renovated to a high standard and finish.

Very pet friendly with lots of goodies supplied. Kitchen and equipment, faultless. Comfortable and cosy throughout. Large fully enclosed garden with furniture, ideal for dogs. Parking wasn't a problem, and very friendly neighbours. Location is ideal, just off the beaten track for exploring days out. Very friendly pub just a short walk away serving drinks and meals all day. Kate, the owner was very helpful on arrival, and provided us locations of some lovely local walks. Highly recommended.

No complaints at all, the owner was helpful and very knowledgeable of the area for walks and local eateries.

The house itself was very clean and comfortable. Would highly recommend

Fabulous cottage that was perfect for 2 couples & 2 dogs.

Very welcoming with everything we needed in the kitchen & such thoughtful extras for the dogs. The enclosed garden was enjoyed by us all! Great base for exploring the area. Highly recommend this wonderful holiday home.

Great cottage in a central location.

Very well equipped and comfortable. Important for us was the secure garden for our dog Oscar. The lane is only approximately 30 metres so no problem carrying things from the car.

The property is fantastic, all the facilities you require.

Great idea with the child gates, for the dogs fully agree. Walking distance to shop and pubs too.

Very nice cottage had everything you need .

Very Dog friendly Location was good with only a small problem to Find and then parking outside property!

We stayed here for a long weekend.

The cottage was absolutely lovely. It was spotless, comfortable and the facilities were brilliant. We didn’t want to go home. We’d definitely recommend it.

The cottage is absolutely beautiful and neighbours are very friendly.

We had lots of chats about dogs with several of them. The enclosed garden was a real boon, meaning that we did not have to take our dogs for a walk before going out for the day. Our dogs really enjoyed the doggy sofa, the dog treats and the toys. Although the stairs, as highlighted in the description, were very steep, I managed them as a determined quadruple amputee! The kitchen is extremely well equipped. The beds were very comfortable and we enjoyed chilling in the lounge in the evenings. There's so much to see in the area that we filled our days very easily. We visited lots of National Trust and English heritage properties as well as some parks and trails. We recommend the Greyhound pub which is only about a 10 minute walk away.

This was an incredible find, great location with a shop nearby and a pub up the road - and many fantastic walks in and around the area.

We rent local holiday homes alot and my wife felt this was the best one we have ever been to.

Fantastic cottage.

For a couple with a dog the cottage was superb. it was totally dog friendly with great enclosed back garden. It was very spacious downstairs with a large kitchen. It had everything you needed for a short break. Don't normally go back to the same place twice, but because the cottage was so fab, will certainly consider going back to this cottage again in the future.

Cottage was beautiful and well presented - it had everything you could need and more Perfect for the dogs with a large secure garden Decorated to a high standard - warm, cosy and comfortable - one of the nicest rentals we’ve ever stayed in.

Some great walks from the cottage and a pub just down the road Would definitely recommend and would love to return

Had a stunning and peaceful week and used it for our base.

Loads of extra touches were warmly received, and the doggies were very happy and well catered for. Would whole heartedly recommend this for a location and it was perfect being away from the tourist hotspots.

Friendly owner, made sure we knew how to contact her if we had problems finding the property, it is a bit of the beaten path!

Lovely clean, old cottage with some period features. Nice and warm, could not fault the kitchen and equipment available to cook with. Pet friendly, with water bowls provided, large pet bed in the lounge and rucksacks for your day trips out if needed.

Immaculate cottage, beautifully furnished and finished.

We had a very cosy weekend here and really appreciated the welcome treats and thoughtfulness for dogs - ours happily covered herself in mud when we were walking so the shampoo was perfect! Great local pub. Highly recommended.

The property was clean and well stocked although it would have been better if there was an initial supply of wood and kindling for the fire (particularly as we found the cottage to be extremely cold even with the underfloor heating).

During our stay the weather was unseasonably cold even for January. The cold seemed to seep in through the velux windows on the lounge. It would have been helpful if there were blinds that could have been closed to help keep the heat in. The back door also had issues in opening and closing due to the wood swelling with the bad weather. Otherwise a charming well presented property with lots of games, DVDs and information about the local area. Very dog friendly with treats and a safe enclosed garden.

We had a wonderful weekend staying at this cottage.

The place is beautifully renovated and we had all that we needed for a comfortable stay. Our greyhound loved the giant dog bed! Kate called us on the day to give us instructions of how to find the property which was really helpful, although the written instructions were also accurate and easy to follow. Great location for exploring the peaks. We will be recommending the cottage to friends and family as a lovely dog-friendly getaway!

Beautiful cottage, cosy, welcoming and plenty of space for our two goldies.

Garden is secure and great for doggie fun.

Finding the cottage proved difficult, so better directions of where the cottage is, such as down a driveway next to.

..... would be helpful.

We had a lovely, relaxing week at 33 Main Road.

The cottage was beautifully decorated, clean and really well-equipped with everything we could ever need and more besides. The owner contacted us before arrival and left some treats for us to enjoy. It was cosy even during the cold snap. While there isn't parking available outside the cottage, we were able to park close by at the end of the lane every evening.

This was definitely the best holiday accommodation I’ve ever had and I would gladly return in the future.

I felt instantly at home and enjoyed my week enormously. The cottage is well-equipped, has everything one could possibly need and the thought and the care which has been invested is phenomenal. It is often the little details that make places special and that certainly applies here. I imagine that dog owners will be particularly impressed with what is there to make their pets’ stay comfortable, too.

We had a wonderful stay in this lovely cottage set in a quiet location in the pretty hamlet of Higham.

I’ve stayed in many rental properties and this rates amongst the very best; a real home from home feel, spotlessly clean, cosy and extremely well-equipped. Super dog-friendly with a comfy bed, toys, bowls, treats and a nice enclosed garden. The host, Kate, is generous (plenty of welcome treats on arrival), very responsive to queries and helpful. The attention to detail throughout the property is amazing. Thank you Kate for a wonderful stay. Hope to be back soon!

We had a lovely stay at 33 Main Road.

The cottage is well equipped and ideally situated, great dog walk opposite the Greyhound Pub. The neighbours were friendly and the owner went above and beyond to ensure our stay was hassle free and provided lots of useful recommendations for places to eat and visit. We had two large German Shepherds staying with us and they were very comfortable, they loved the huge dog bed in the lounge. I would definitely recommend staying here if you are looking to explore Derbyshire and the peaks.

Nice cottage, well equipped and beautifully positioned for the Amber Valley.

The cottage has a lovely historic staircase but if you have any mobility issues it may be challenging. The cottage could do with less instruction notices, they are everywhere which is a bit intrusive and spoils the feel of the place perhaps asking people to leave the cottage as you find it should be enough!! The garden is behind the cottage so no outside seating (apart from at the front which was a bit over looked). Neighbours were really friendly though (and have five cats which may be an issue if you have a cat hating dog!). It’s a lovely cottage and Kate has thought of everything to make your stay very comfortable.

This is such a beautiful cottage.

Kate has thought of everything from providing all you need for your dog, treats, poo bags and a huge amazing dog bed. The cottage is well equipped and some essentials are provided in case you forget anything. The neighbours are lovely and very helpful. The only negative is not being able to park at the door and having to carry all your luggage from the main road.

Lovely holiday cottages.

The owner left us flowers, biscuits, wine and toffees for when we arrived. There was everything we required in the cottage, even a lovely big bed, treats and poo bags for the dog. I forgot to bring coffee but there was some in the cupboard. The cottage is in a lovely village and quite central for places to visit. There is a lovely dog walk a little way from the cottage, which has lovely views. The owner has left lots of leaflets and books outlining various places of interest nearby. There also lots of books and games in the cottage to entertain guests in the evening after a long day out. The Greyhound pub is close by and very dog friendly. We had to leave early because of the terrible weather, which was a shame, just have to come back again. Angela and Ian

The cottage was lovely, had everything we could have needed and more.

It really was a home away from home and I'm so glad we chose to stay there. Kate has thought of every detail and it was really appreciated. Thank you for an amazing holiday.

Cottage was lovely,clean and very welcoming for humans and dogs.

Neighbours were helpful and friendly. Area was lovely for walks.

One of the best cottages we have stayed in, beautiful decor and very homely.

The treats for both human and dogs greatly appreciated. The attention to detail is what makes this cottage 5 ⭐️ . The dogs loved the doggy sofa, may look at getting one of those when we return home! The weather has been on our side and the walks have been incredible especially Winnats Pass/Castleton. Thank you Kate for a memorable holiday we will return.

Ab Fab everything good Great position **.

Spotless clean **. Oozing with character, kitchen superb everthng you need n more ** the bed is so comfy Gorgeous bedding. We loved it n the en suite was great. Fab shower powerful// red hot. Kate provides everything n more **. The lounge is so comfy n relaxing that fire is brill. N even supply’s. logs Our sunny n. Butch were that. Relaxed. After a great walk n few beers in the greyhound great beer n dog. Friendly Your the tops. Keep it up. C u later. Xx

Terrific quirky house.

facilities are spot on we really relaxed. Kate was wonderful even recommending a good book to use to train our unruly Jack Russell. Slept brilliantly, the bed was soo comfortable. Everything you would wish for of a holiday home. Great location would really recommend a stay, looking forward to returning soon. Elaine

This is a lovely cottage which has been renovated to a very high standard.

The owner went to lot of trouble to make us feel very comfortable - all of us including our cockapoo. The owner was also very responsive to any queries we had. Pleased to give a full recommendation.

The cottage is so lovely.

We arrived in the dark so always a bit tricky but our instructions were so spot on we found the keys and everything we needed easily. The interior is very stylish with well thought out touches & the dog “station” was totally unexpected but so well equipped. The kitchen also! The beds were super comfy & good storage. We loved the village and enjoyed some great fish & chips from Wessingtons (short drive away) Both my friend & I were very taken with our cottage in Higham & we both said we would go back. Thank you Kate - it was the perfect weekend away

We had a lovely time here.

The house is beautiful and comfortable. You have everything you need provided. Theres plenty to see and do and the walks were great.The only thing that I was wary of is the stairs are very creaky and I walked down them sideways. You also cannot park your car outside the property you have to park on the main road.

This was the most pet friendly place I’ve ever stayed.

Everything and more was provided for them! We booked a last minute stay away and we certainly chose the right property. We were the second guests to stay however you wouldn’t have known that. Kate, the owner was more than informative prior to the stay and even during our stay provided more than enough walks for our dogs. The property was more than well equipped for the stay, perfect for a family and plenty of room.

We had a wonderful Christmas stay at this superb cottage.

From the moment we stepped inside, we found everything needed for a great holiday had been anticipated. The cottage was spotlessly clean, and the owners had left a welcome tray, with wine/beer, biscuits and sweets, plus fresh milk in the fridge. The kichen is extremely well equipped with a great range of dining and cookware and cosy underfloor heating morning and night. The living room was a lovely retreat at the end of the day and the clear instructions for the wood-burning stove worked very well. The bedrooms were cosy and comfortable, including the sofa-bed in the snug. We noticed lots of thoughtful touches, like torches and toothbrush chargers in the bedside drawers, a basket of dog towels and dog waterbowl/toys and treats in the hall. Also games and mini juggling balls in the snug and local books in the living room. The juggling balls got more use than some of our Christmas presents! We enjoyed a short walk to the local pub and another for a couple of hours down by the river. The cottage is set in a conservation area, not far from the Peak District, though this seems quite an under-rated part of Derbyshire and lots to explore nearby. Parking is on the road, so be prepared to carry luggage down a short shared driveway, but this is clear before booking and we didn't find it a problem. Our overwhelming impression was that the owners want people to really enjoy this cottage and the local area during their stay and we certainly did!