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Nestled in the picturesque Peak District, The Bobbin is a delightful Grade II listed cottage perfect for those seeking comfort and tranquility. With its wood burning stove, 100% cotton bedlinen, feather pillows and wooden coat hangers, this charming home from home offers all the essentials to unwind. Guests can enjoy a meal at one of two local pubs or sample Bakewell's famous pudding in the nearby market town.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Fireplace

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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.

Style and Comfort - Welcome to The Bobbin

This delightful Grade II listed cottage (part of an old Stocking Mill) nestling in the picturesque Peak District benefits from being only a few steps away from the village tearoom & 2 cracking pubs! Cycle on the Monsal Trail or walk in the stunning grounds at Chatsworth House, both are easily accessible and glorious views await. A visit to the nearby market town of Bakewell to sample the infamous Bakewell Pudding, is also a must! Our aim has been to make The Bobbin, an extremely comfortable 'home from home' !

The cottage is split over three floors and comprises:
Kitchen, Sitting Room with eating area, Double Bedroom, Twin Room and Family Bathroom on the top floor.

There is a shared Courtyard to the rear, accessible from the kitchen with table and chairs and an outhouse for laundry and a freezer and the for bicycles.

Regarding children playing outside, please be advised there is no gate to close off the Courtyard.

Also, the staircase is steep and may not be suitable for very young children, ie toddlers and the elderly.

Guest access:
Guests can park in front of/near to the property and have access via the right hand side of the building and via the kitchen to the Courtyard at the rear of the cottage.

The neighbourhood:
The Bobbin is perfectly situated in the heart of the village & ideal for those with & without transport. Ashford in the Water is steeped in history & with the Monsal Trail on the doorstep, there is plenty to see & do. You can enjoy a day out visiting Derbyshire's jewel, Chatsworth or pop into Bakewell & then on to Haddon Hall. Nearby Hassop Station has a wonderful café, book & gift store too with cycle/bike hire available.

Other things to note:
Wood Burning Stove
We supply some logs to get you going in the Winter months-December/January/February
More logs available to purchase from supermarkets in Bakewell
Books, DVDs and Board Games
Complementary Soap, Shower/Bath Gel and Shampoo for your use
100% Cotton Bedlinen
Divan Beds with pocket sprung mattresses
Feather Pillows & Non Allergenic Pillows available
Wooden and padded coat hangers
Travel Cot, Highchair and bottom cotton sheet available on request

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Spelunking nearby

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 20

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 complete the following before checking out:

Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks

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

Please close the windows

Thank you for staying!

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Located in Bakewell, this cottage is in a rural area. Bakewell Golf Club and Goyt Valley are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Buxton Baths and Chesterfield Market. Traveling with kids? Consider Bloomers Original Bakewell Puddings, or check out an event or a game at Hathersage Swimming Pool. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking, hiking/biking trails, and cycling nearby. Visit our Bakewell travel guide
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Ashford in the Water, ENG

What's nearby

  • Peak District National Park
    Peak District National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Chatsworth House
    Chatsworth House
    13 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Bakewell Golf Club
    2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Bloomers Original Bakewell Puddings
    2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Old House Museum
    3 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Buxton Station
    19 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN)
    55 min drive

Restaurants

  • Quackers Café
    18 min walk
  • The Packhorse Inn
    3 min drive
  • The Woodyard
    4 min drive
  • The Crispin
    3 min drive
  • The Wheatsheaf
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Style and Comfort - Welcome to The Bobbin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Style and Comfort - Welcome to The Bobbin?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Style and Comfort - Welcome to The Bobbin?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Style and Comfort - Welcome to The Bobbin located?

This family-friendly Bakewell cottage is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of Bakewell Golf Club, Bloomers Original Bakewell Puddings, and Old House Museum. All Saints Church and Spirit of the 1940s are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Style and Comfort - Welcome to The Bobbin Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely quirky little cottage in a wonderful location. Host very informative. Perfext for exploring the Dales and the Monsall trail.Lovely pubs on the doorstep.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gaynor W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful cottage and area of the Peak District, for that perfect weekend trip away with friends and family. The cottage is so well maintained and very clean, with all the information needed on arrival. The owner Simon, greeted us and made sure we were happy with our booking. We would recommend a booking at The Bobbin cottage, for anyone to visit at any time of the year. We didn’t want to leave.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little gem of a cottage in beautiful village

True to listing, this cottage is on three levels. It is thoughtfully decorated and comfortable with everything you could need. Pubs, walks and wonderful historic areas close by.We hope we can visit again !
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short stay in the Peak District

Lovely property in nice location. Easy for a visit to Bakewell and surrounding area. Very clean & cosy cottage and we hope to come again, thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous stay

The Bobbin is a beautiful, cosy house in a fantastic location. Well thought out accommodation and has everything you need. Talking with Debra and Simon was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Owner was super nice and helpful. Quiet and safe area with local culture vibes. Transportation is kinda limited after hours and stairs in the house was unexpected. Other than that overall stay was pretty comfortable and owner was very tentative and helpful with everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kamal B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holiday in peak!

Great stay in wonderful cottage! Very clean, comfortable, and well located.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Bobbin

We were very impressed with the location and facilities of The Bobbin and would highly recommend the cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy cottage

possibly need, host communicate extreme well. Fab location could walk to 2 pubs with great food, a shop and tea roo.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short break

A quirky little property in a beautiful location, clean and well presented throughout, certainly would not have any hesitation returning,
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We absolutely loved our stay at The Bobbin and just wish it were longer. The cottage is cosy and inviting, and it was our perfect home base to explore Derbyshire. Everything was clean, Simon was wonderfully communicative, and we loved the tip about going to the Ashford Arms for dinner. It was so good we went back the next night. We're already dreaming up an excuse to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy and comfortable

Only had 3 nights to enjoy the area, but provision of maps was very welcome and easy access for lovely countryside, especially biking on the Monsal Trail. Simon and Debs were most helpful with information and communication before our arrival and had easy control of the heating after unusual cold weather!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A quaint Little Cottage

Very central to the village of Ashford in the water. Local bus but not sure how often it is. Two Local pubs serving great food. Very clean and comfy beds. No problem parking in the street outside property. Overall a comfortable stay. VERY QUIET
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

August 2023

We had a wonderful stay at this property. It was in a perfect spot for us to explore the peak district and Ashford is a beautiful and quiet village (we totally recommend Aisseford tearoom for breakfast and check out the Sheep bridge on the river). The cottage itself was beautifully presented with lots of charming features and had everything we needed for a short break. We are already thinking about dates for a return visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Debbie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really lovely weekend - a great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very friendly, house has all you would want and a great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location Beautiful cottage
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandi P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay right in the center of village

Easy check jn
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place

Lovely little cottage in Ashford a sufficient distance that you cannot hear the A6 Attentive friendly owners Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Peak District stay

We had a great time staying at the bobbin, which we found to be just as it was described and perfect for a weekend with friends. Ashford in the water is a lovely place, close to Bakewell and Chatsworth. There are lots of walks nearby and the pub round the corner does fantastic food. Owners were very friendly and helpful, would definitely like to return.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole O.

Absolutely wonderful!

Everything about our stay at The Bobbin was perfect! Debs was excellent with communication and Simon was there to greet us with the keys and to give us a quick tour of the cottage; he even carried our ridiculously heavy bags up the stairs for us! The Bobbin is cosy, very well maintained, and perfect for any type of stay. The location is excellent for walks around the village or for exploring the beauty of the Peak District. If you're looking for a quiet place with tons of charm and fantastic hosts this is the place for you! Are your dates available? What are you waiting for? Reserve The Bobbin now and you won't be disappointed!! Thanks Debs and Simon; we cannot wait for a chance to return :)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

4/10 Poor

Peter O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Cramped and Basic

We found The Bobbin to be cramped and rather dark inside with a disappointing outside concrete courtyard that is shared by other properties and that has a view of several dustbins. The kitchen is small with limited facilities. There is for example no microwave or dishwasher. Also, the fridge did not have a freezer section. We found it somewhat difficult preparing and cooking meals in such a compact space. The property is on three stories with the bathroom and toilet on the top floor. Getting to the top floor entails climbing treacherously steep stairs with narrow treads. On the plus side, there is a pub within walking distance. The second pub in the village is closed at present. We felt so constrained by the tightness of the space in The Bobbin that we spent one night at the nearby Riverside House Hotel in a room with an outside terrace. It felt wonderful to be able to sit outside with a view of grass and flowers. The restaurant there was exceptional.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rocío A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excelente

Excelente en limpieza, equipamiento (a pesar de no ser muy grande, tiene de todo, está muy bien pensada) y sobre todo unos dueños amabilísimos y dispuestos a agradar y ayudarnos en cualquier cosa.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely return visit to this charming and cosy cottage

Second time visiting the Bobbin with some friends. Cottage is really well equipped and very comfortable. We will return!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for a long weekend

Everything provided as described. The location was great with easy access to walks, made better by the supply of local OS Maps. It is also not too far to Bakewell. The ducks by the river were great entertainment for a 1 year old too.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022