Gate Cottage

70 Smedly Street East, Matlock, DE4 3FQ, United Kingdom – Great location - show map

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9.1
Scored 9.1
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
180 reviews

Good location close to town and station Liked the tips of places to visit

Rodgers United Kingdom
a kitchen with white cabinets and a counter top at Gate Cottage in Matlock
two chairs in a living room with a fireplace at Gate Cottage in Matlock
a stone house with a bench in front of it at Gate Cottage in Matlock
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Gate Cottage

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  • Entire home
  • 129 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Garden
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Free parking
  • Bathtub
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating

Gate Cottage is located in the heart of the historic town of Matlock within walking distance to shops, restaurants and country walks. Local attractions include Chatsworth House, Sir Richard Arkwights' Mills - a world heritage center and Florence Nightingales Birthplace. The 280 year-old cottage offers free WiFi, a parking space, garden and log burner in the lounge. Bedrooms come with super king-size beds.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Reliable Info
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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 king bed
Bedroom 2:
1 king bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.3
Location
8.8
Free WiFi
9.4
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  • Rodgers
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Good location close to town and station Liked the tips of places to visit”
  • John
    Switzerland Switzerland
    “A lovely cottage in a very nice part of Matlock. It was quiet and very comfortable. Felt very homely. Close to the cottage are a couple of bars, a pizza shop (weekends), a corner shop and even a fish and chip shop not too far away. Jo...”
  • Peter
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The cottage was clean, modern, cosey and felt like home”

Hosted by Jo Lonie

9.6
9.6
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Jo Lonie
The cottage was built in 1740 and combines quirky character with all modern comforts, so you'll find exposed beams and stonework, a wood burning stove and original fireplaces. Plus all the comfort of superking sized beds, and all the modern touches you need to enjoy your stay from wifi and central heating, to a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, and both a bath and a shower in the roomy bathroom. Plus we leave treats for all guests, along with the usual complementary tea and coffee. You'll feel right at home! (Please note this is an old cottage on three floors, and isn't suitable for small children or those with mobility issues. Also, we are very lucky to be one of the few properties in the area with off street parking, but it is up a narrow drive, and drivers of larger cars might prefer to park next to the cottage on Smedley St East (where parking is restricted between 8am and 6pm, but unrestricted over night and at weekends) or on Henry Avenue which is unrestricted at all times.
I've lived in the Peak District for over a decade, and have walked many of its beautiful hills and valleys with my dogs, yet still constantly find new places to explore and enjoy, and love to help point my guests in the right direction of fun things to see and do in the area. Having stayed in many holiday homes around the country, I aim to make the cottage somewhere I'd love to stay in myself...hopefully we haven't forgotten anything that can possibly be added to the cottage but we are always after ideas from our guests. I live 10 minutes away so am always available is there's a problem - please feel free to call me at any time.
The cottage is just a 10 minute walk from all the shops and restaurants in Matlock, and is set in the quiet area of Matlock Bank, a Victorian spa village. The cottage is the perfect base to explore Matlock and the Peak District, whether you want to visit the year round attractions of nearby Chatsworth House, the jewel of the Peak District, or the stunning Medieval Haddon Hall with it's romantic rose garden. Perhaps you want to roam around the many quaint local villages like Winster, and Birchover offering stunning country walks and cosy pubs. You could head to nearby Youlgreave and take a picnic along the river in summer, or cosy up fireside in a pub in winter. Or take a walk to Matlock Bath for fish and chips, or a cable car up to the Heights of Abraham. Catch the Peak Rail steam train, take a leisurely walk along the Monsal Trail, be stunned by the view at Monsal Head, or Baslow Edge, or Curbar Gap. Hire a bike at Middleton Top. Spot trout in the clear waters of Lathkill Dale, or walk up to the dizzy heights of Mam Tor. Or, if that all sounds too energetic, just walk into Matlock and enjoy a meal or drinks, with a choice of several highly rated restaurants and wine bars.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Gate Cottage
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linens
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bathtub or shower
    • Private Bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Hairdryer
    • Bathtub
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Fireplace
    • Sitting area
    Media & Technology
    • Flat-screen TV
    • Radio
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Outdoors
    • Picnic area
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Food & Drink
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Activities
    • Hiking
      Off-site
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      Additional charge
    Outdoor & View
    • Garden view
    Building Characteristics
    • Semi-detached
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Board games/puzzles
    Miscellaneous
    • Adults only
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Gate Cottage takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM

    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

    Check-out

    From 1:00 AM to 11:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children over 13 are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 21

    Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Gate Cottage accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please note that the property does not accept cash payments.

    This property is located in a residential area and guests are asked to refrain from excessive noise.

    Kindly note the guest is liable for any damages made to the property by themselves during their stay, and will be charged for damages if necessary.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

    In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    FAQs about Gate Cottage

    • Yes, Gate Cottage is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Check-in at Gate Cottage is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Gate Cottage has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 2 bedrooms

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Gate Cottage is 2,150 feet from the center of Matlock. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Gate Cottage can accommodate this group size:

      • 4 guests

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Gate Cottage offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Gate Cottage on this page.

    • The prices at Gate Cottage may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.