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Charming cottage in rural village, ideal for Carsington Water and Peak District

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TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Ashbourne
  • Place, Carsington Water
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Dovedale National Nature Reserve
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Alton Towers
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Airport, East Midlands (EMA)
    ‪57 min drive‬

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  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming cottage in rural village, ideal for Carsington Water and Peak District

A cottage full of character in the small village of Hognaston. A pub, The Red Lion, is 50 meters away for refreshment and meals. There is walking straight from Station Cottage, whether it be around the nearby fields or the 2km to Carsington Water and its large childrens playground, watersports, shops and restaurants. The 12km circuit of Carsington Water is ideal for biking, walking or running and is an easy to follow traffic-free trail.

Station Cottage has 4 bedrooms, and can sleep 9 adults plus 2 little ones in cots. All linen and towels are provided. And the kitchen has most, if not all, utensils you require to cook for yourself. There is a garage where bikes can be stored.

WIthin easy reach of Hognaston are lots of places of interest, such as the Peak District, Chatsworth House, Alton Towers, Matlock Bath, Bakewell.
During your stay at this cottage, you'll be within walking distance of Carsington Water. Features include laundry facilities. A kitchen and 2 bathrooms are available in the cottage.
  • The cottage offers a kitchen, a washing machine and 2 bathrooms
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Carsington Water and 8 minutes from Peak District National Park
As a guest of Charming cottage in rural village, ideal for Carsington Water and Peak District, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Ashbourne cottage is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage

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)

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Start the dishwasher

Gather used towels

Take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 3 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 11
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Charming cottage in rural village, ideal for Carsington Water and Peak District Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 104 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 104 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 104 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 104 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 104 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Paul G.

Great property overall , however the seating in the lounge area was insufficient for 6 people .The sofa was fine, but the two chairs were unstable and uncomfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

janet F.

Liked: Cleanliness
The cottage was absolutely lovely. Kitchen great, we cooked once or twice and it was very well equipped. Bathrooms both clean and smart, showers excellent and powerful, a bath to relax!Bedrooms were comfortable and clean, well decorated and relaxing.Beautiful pictures around the cottage.Great separate dining room and a comfy sitting room where we played games.I’d book there again anytime.Host was friendly and efficient
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Judy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Brilliant location, very homely and extremely comfortable.Helpful host.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jon S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good cottage in a small village in the beautiful peaks.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely cottage, perfect for 2 families

We were looking for a place large enough for 2 families, 4 in each family. The cottage was wonderful for us and had everything we needed. Hognaston is an incredibly charming village. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mr Slater

Excellent stay and everything as described
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family wedding break

We stayed in Hognaston for a family wedding at Tissington Hall. The property is beautiful and about 15 minutes away so was perfect for our stay. The contact with the owners was very good and they always answered the queries I had. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good

What we were after
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paulina Franks

Liked: Cleanliness

So special

I found and booked this cottage almost a year in advance for a first ever full family holiday. 7 adults and 4 children. Natasha was so helpful and kind in the lead up with questions that I had. The cottage surpassed our expectations. So clean and spacious. The children loved it! The area was stunning. We visited so many places. I'm definitely going back. I Recommend 100%!!Thank you so much.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Carole A.

Family Time

A quirky character cottage, ideal location for our annual family time together.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

E Q.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic place, fantastic location

The property was immaculately clean and in a wonderful location with Carsington on the doorstep, and Keddleston Hall and Ilam within easy reach. The cottage had everything we needed and was very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely house

We really enjoyed our stay at Station Cottage. It's a great house, full of character and all the rooms and hallways are very spacious. It was clean and well kitted out, a nice place to be.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grace H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely, comfortable cottage

Myself and 7 friends came to the cottage for 3 days over New Years and had a wonderful time. The cottage is really warm and welcoming and a great place to hunker down, play games, cook and go on walks. Unfortunately we had lots of rain but managed a short walk to the reservoir in the drizzle which was still very pleasant! The house is really well equipped, the showers are particularly nice. Do mind those ceilings as people have said! We had a few sore heads but only for people over 6ft. It’s all part of the charm of the cottage! Supermarkets and towns with shops are about a 15 min drive away, which we didn’t explore due to the weather and mostly being hungover! Hognaston itself is very remote, and quiet, but the villages only pub is two doors down which was very handy indeed. Beer selection was fine, (not a craft beer place) but food was excellent. We enjoyed two nights in there. All In all a lovely stay and I think the cottage is truly better than the pictures show!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Clare L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Family Holiday

We had a really good week at Station Cottage, helped by unseasonably dry & mild October weather. Plenty of space upstairs & down. Beware of low ceilings! (We had a tall (6'4") person with us & he banged his head a few times - ouch!) Beds very comfy, showers perfect for post-cycling, lockable storage area ideal for keeping bikes secure. Kitchen very well-equipped. Friendly pub 2 doors away with well-kept beer & excellent food.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect house for a perfect family gathering .

Cosy, comfortable and spacious. Well appointed kitchen and utensils.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claire B., London

Liked: Cleanliness

Family break in Derbyshire

Property met our needs, full of character and everything we needed was there. Good location, great country walk to Carsington Water, which is a great place on the doorstep. Would love to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

DIANE N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good location

Property was clean spacious with everything required for a good holiday
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Happison M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful cottage and area

A really good place to relax with the family. Having a nice pub 2 doors down the road where food is served is always nice. Natasha is a great host and was able to give us quick responses to any questions we had. We were able to drive to Alton Towers easily from here. Highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Manuel P.

Liked: Cleanliness

exactly as advertised

the house is exactly as advertised
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely home in a charming village

Stayed with family to catch up and explore the area. The cottage had plenty of space, was well equipped and charming. The pub has excellent food, so we took advantage and ate their multiple times. Would highly recommend the cottage!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie F.

Liked: Cleanliness

A lovely short break!

We had a fantastic short break here. There were 9 of us in total and Station Cottage had plenty of space for us all. It was clean, comfortable, full of character and located in a lovely village with great access to the Peak District. We would recommend a stay here. Thank you Richard and Natasha!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colin F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great venue for an extended bike weekend

Property is located in the small village of Hognaston, pub two doors up serves real quality food and beer (four nights = four guest beers). Accommodation has generous living and was fully equipped, rooms all have very comfortable beds. Use of the garage to store bikes was invaluable and secure. Great location to cycle from, lots of routes from the door. 10min drive into Ashbourne or Matlock. Owners very responsive and prompt to requests for information. Having complimentary tea / coffee / biscuits and small beverage was lovely touch but the pint of milk in fridge was perfect. Would definitely return in the future, had a great stay. Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Clare B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Break

Had a lovely long weekend
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Stay

A beautiful house in a gorgeous village.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Twinkle N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful clean well equipped cottage!!

Thank you Natasha for rescheduling our stay because of storm in February.The weather has been not in our favour but the cottage has more than compensated. It is a beautiful cottage in a wonderful location…. We’ve had great time. We had some lovely walking in the pretty little village and some fab meals too.. the cottage was everything we had hoped for. We hope to see you again soon. Thank you so much from us all.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022