This vacation home places you within a 10-minute drive of Peak District National Park and Steeple Grange Light Railway. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
Peak District National Park - 10 min drive - 7.1 miles
Gulliver's Kingdom - 13 min drive - 7.8 miles
Getting around
Cromford Station - 19 min drive
East Midlands Airport (EMA) - 67 min drive
Restaurants
The Mainsail Restaurant - 4 min drive
The Fountain - 9 min drive
Nelson Arms - 6 min drive
The Fishpond - 10 min drive
Barley Mow - 9 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Fern Cottage Brassington
Built in 1880, Fern Cottage is the classic country cottage, with thick stone walls, timber beams and lots of character. Sympathetically renovated to a high standard throughout, the accommodation is set over 3 floors and comprises:
Ground Floor: Lounge – comfortably seating 8 people with log burner and a flat screen TV for cosy evenings in. Kitchen-diner – the kitchen has a large range cooker with a gas hob, dishwasher, Smeg fridge-freezer plus separate wine cooler and island unit for informal gatherings. The dining space, also seating 8, is open to the kitchen making a great entertaining space. Utility - there is a small utility area with washing machine plus a separate downstairs toilet.
First Floor: Bedroom 1 – with king-sized bed, walk through wardrobe and en-suite bathroom with a large walk-in rain shower. Bedroom 2 – with king-sized bed Main Bathroom – with a double ended, roll top slipper bath plus separate rain shower.
Second Floor: Bedroom 3 – with double bed Bedroom 4 – with two single beds Bathroom – with shower
Workspace: Bedroom 4 has a dedicated workspace with views over the countryside. There is a desk and chair, extension cable with surge protection, USB charging and good Wi-Fi. Outside Space: The cottage has its own private garden and patio area, complete with outside dining for 8 people, a gas BBQ and a wood fired pizza oven for perfect evenings outside. (Pizza oven and BBQ available April – October). There is also a secure bike shed with racking to take 8 bikes, heavy duty padlock, a washing station and basic tools and equipment. The back gate is straight onto the footpath for easy access to the High Peak Trail and beyond. Other details to note: There is parking for two cars on the road outside the cottage. Please be aware this is not allocated parking so cannot be guaranteed, but is not usually a problem. If you have more than two cars, please park the additional vehicles further up the road outside the pub car park, out of respect for our neighbours. Please note – the parking is on the opposite side of the road, so there is no way of charging an electric vehicle at the property. There is good, free Wi-Fi throughout the property (41Mb), but no mobile signal in the area. A full basket of logs is included in your booking for use in the log burner and pizza oven, further logs can be purchased if required during your stay. Gas for the BBQ is also included. Up to 2 well behaved dogs are welcome, on the understanding they remain downstairs and are kept off the furniture. We charge £35 per dog, payable on arrival. Sorry, we don't allow smoking, including e-cigarettes. Fern Cottage is a great place to celebrate a special occasion, but please be aware we are not a party venue. Please limit noise outside after 10pm.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen, 3.5 bathrooms, and a balcony or patio. There's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can expect to find a flat-screen TV with a DVD player. The bathroom offers a rainfall showerhead and hair dryers. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.
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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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Electric car charging station
Garden
Unit size: 1,561 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 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
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
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 and a first aid kit
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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 25
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
Property is also known as
493722
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do near this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Matlock, close to Carsington Water, Tissington Hall, and Gulliver's Kingdom. You'll also find Glass at the Barn and Steeple Grange Light Railway within a short drive.
Is parking available on site at this vacation home?
Yes, there is electric car charging available. You'll find a max of 2 spaces.
Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
Is Fern Cottage Brassington a good place to stay for couples?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this vacation home include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a rainfall showerhead.
Are there hot tubs at Fern Cottage Brassington?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home include breakfast service?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.
Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is East Midlands Airport (EMA), which is about 22.5 mi away. Another top airport is Nottingham (NQT), which is around 26.6 mi away.
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Fern Cottage Brassington?
Yes, every accommodation at Fern Cottage Brassington comes with a balcony.
Fern Cottage Brassington Reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
DEBBIE M.
Feb 12, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Loved everything about the cottage. Met by the host James who was very helpful and very impressed with all the added extras that were left for us…..bread, eggs, coffee pods and tea bags to name a few. The log burner was an added bonus and made the lounge lovely and cosy.Would definitely return in the future. Also had an amazing Sunday lunch at The Old Gate pub which is opposite the cottage.
DEBBIE M.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
10/10 Excellent
Daniel F.
Mar 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Cottage
Loved the property, very well provisioned and everything was very high quality. The village and area were also lovely, and the pub over the road was a gem. The owners were very helpful and accommodating.