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Elton House

Elton, near Matlock, Derbyshire
Sleeps 9
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 3
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 4
4 star
Sky TV
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Internet access
Working farm
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Decorated for Christmas
Downstairs bathroom
Pub nearby
Country houses
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At a glance

  • Elegant accommodation steeped in history, antique furniture and period features
  • Roaring wood burner in the lounge and open fires in dining room and hall
  • Ideal central location for family gatherings and groups of walkers
Overview
Property code: OC-DCELT

A magnificent historic property situated in true Peak District splendour, this spacious holiday home sleeps ten and has everything you need for a truly special stay. Situated in the village of Elton, you’ll be in a prime position for exploring Cratcliffe Rocks, venturing into Gratton Dale to marvel at the inspiring views and peaceful surroundings. Matlock Bath is 7 miles away with its interesting lead mining museum, Heights of Abraham cable cars and Little Switzerland Gorge, or why not venture into Bakewell 7 miles away to explore the charming streets and sample the famous pudding? For those who can’t resist a bit of adrenaline, Carsington Water is 10 miles away and a hub for water sports.

This grand period property has been a family home for generations and features antique furniture that blends seamlessly with the beamed ceilings, stone-flagged floors and oak panelling. Light the wood burner and sink into the deep sofas with a glass of wine, getting ready to watch Sky TV or play board games, or move through to the spacious hall and appreciate the open fire in here. The kitchen is a haven for foodies, providing ample worktop space and appliances for preparing a feast for your entire party, best enjoyed in the formal dining room by candlelight. Upstairs, the bedrooms continue with the traditional theme, each featuring substantial oak antique furniture that is in keeping with the style of the property. From the landing, a few additional steps take you up to the main bedroom has a half-tester bed and an en-suite shower room cunningly hidden behind the oak panelling, and a second bedroom with a queen size bed and single bed. At the other end of the landing are two further bedrooms, a king-size and one with a fabulous four-poster bed and additional single bed. There is also a spacious family bathroom where you can enjoy a long soak in a roll-top bath or take an invigorating shower. There is a similar bathroom located on the ground floor.

Outside, the lawned garden is a treat for al fresco dining and garden games. There is a garden room for all-weather use, plus useful bike storage for your bicycles.

  • Sleeps 9+1 (small double to sleep 1 or 2)
  • 4 bedrooms – 1 double, 1 family room with a double with a single bed, 1 family room with a small double and a single bed, 1 king-size
  • 3 bathrooms – 2 bathrooms with roll-top baths, separate showers and WC, 1 en-suite shower and WC
  • Range cooker, microwave, coffee machine, 2 fridges, freezer, 2 dishwashers and a washer/dryer
  • Welcome pack
  • Cot and highchair available on request when booking
  • 2 open fires, 1 wood burner
  • TV with Sky TV
  • Extensive garden with garden room and furniture
  • Private parking
  • Storage for bikes
  • Pub 1 mile, shop 1.5 miles
  • Owner keeps horses; stabling may be available, by arrangement; please enquire
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 17:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 4 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Lesley Crowther

This property is personally managed by Lesley.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 17 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Jenny 31st May 2026

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Peaceful & secure location. Lovely garden, historic interior, and a warm welcome from Jeremy the owner, who was friendly, approachable, and always responsive. 6 adults and 4 dogs had a great time during our week in Elton House. House was clean and tidy throughout with a welcome pack full of useful treats. Locally made bread, butter, marmalade, mRead moreilk, eggs and cake etc. Had most everything we needed for our stay including lovely thick stone walls which kept us cool during the hottest week of the year (May 26) and the humans and dogs made good use of the lovely big enclosed garden listening to bird song and our horsey neighbour. Our sneaky lurcher escapologist was able to leap the stone wall (under the trees) but didnt go far. There were two single fridges and two dishwashers in the medium sized kitchen, and we found our way around the electric range style cooker which was a bit slower to heat up than we are used to. There were a range of room and bed sizes of varying firmness levels, so hopefully something for everyone. Two of the double rooms also had single beds which came in handy for our group. Bedding was all spotlessly clean and towels too though some were little bit bracing :) if you like a little bit of luxury towelling then would suggest bringing your own. Due to the age of the house there were some (to be expected) noisy floorboards and doors - particularly at night - so sleepy trips to the loo were accompanied by an orchestra of creaks, groans, squeaks and occasional gurgles. We only had one issue that we raised with Jeremy and which he tried his best to resolve. This was plumbing related - the challenging showering experience and a non working ground floor shower and sink cold tap. We did find all the showers were fairly powerless and had very temperamental temperature controls. These were not all resolved during our stay despite a visit from a plumber - however two of the bathrooms (ground and family) had lovely full size baths so nimble people were able to use those instead. All in all we had a lovely time and appreciated our time at Elton House. Thank you Jeremy. Hide

Reviewed by Ann 18th May 2026

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We converged on Elton House from all over the country. 3 generations in one place for a few days. We played games, the children loved the garden, and went on plenty of walks. We cooked a meal every night and enjoyed sitting round the big table. A beautiful house, in a beautiful setting. My 3 year old Grandson fell in love with the horses, they hRead moread to be greeted several times a day! Hide

Reviewed by Christine 23rd March 2026

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A very special family time was enjoyed by everyone plus 4 doggies. Elton House is just perfect for a holiday in the country. The village is beautiful. lots of wonderful walks

Reviewed by Nicky 5th February 2026

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Best welcome pack we have had and Jeremy was very helpful.

Reviewed by Robert S 1st January 2026

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Outstanding stay over the Christmas period with 2 families and 2 dogs. Elton House has got everything you would wish for. A real treat when you are looking for a rural escape in a perfect country life setting!

Reviewed by Joy 14th October 2025

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Perfect for a family get together and a wonderfully atmospheric house

Reviewed by Jeremy 9th September 2025

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A perfect house for a family or group. Very comfortable and the essence of a country escape. Delightful village and nice walks on the doorstep.

Reviewed by Susan 16th August 2025

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A wonderful place to stay. The owner was friendly and helpful. It was a perfect place for our large family with lots of space and a great garden.

Reviewed by Karin 10th June 2025

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A beautiful old cottage with plenty of charm in a quiet location within a small village. The cottage has a sizeable enclosed garden with garden furniture and a BBQ, perfect for a summer afternoon/evening. We walked from the cottage to Robin Hoods Stride which was nearby. The cottage is perfectly placed for many walks and visits to the likes of DoveRead moredale and Chatsworth House which are a short drive away. Locally, The Miners Standard pub was very atmospheric and served lovely food. Further afield at Rowsley, the Grouse and Claret was a pleasant place to eat with a varied menu. We were a group of 6 and had plenty of space in the cottage not to get under each others feet. The inner hall, which we called the Boot Room, was ideal for booting up and keeping our boots during our stay. We used the lounge as a meeting point with a tea or coffee in the morning before breakfast and in the evening before dinner at the long table in the dining area, followed by a games evening each day. This is a great find for both a family break and a holiday with friends. Hide

Reviewed by Janet 24th April 2025

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We were a 3 generational party, 6 adults, 4 teenagers & 4 dogs. Elton house was the perfect place for us to relax, have fun, be apart, but most importantly be together. All the downstairs rooms were spacious enough for 10. We were very lucky with the weather but loved the open fires when the temperature dropped. The garden was a great host to an EaRead morester egg hunt, racket games, relaxing & fully enclosed making it excellent for our 4 lively dogs. The walks from the door are across stunning, beautiful countryside. The nearest shop is a 5 minute drive away in Winster. Thank you Jeremy for the welcome hamper and flowers, much appreciated. Elton house is definitely a property that we would like to return to. We absolutely loved it. Hide

Reviewed by Brian 19th April 2025

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What a lovely location. Very comfortable house. Brilliant relaxing vibes. Brilliant helpful owner. Highly recommend.

Reviewed by Sue 13th April 2025

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We had a lovely holiday in this historic house which has welcomed many families, both residents and visitors over centuries. Our three generations plus dogs were fortunate to enjoy a week of perfect weather, so we were outside most of the time. We really appreciated the large, sheltered and secure garden, and having direct access from the house tRead moreo many lovely walks in the area. We could imagine being just as content with log fires to come back to in chillier times! The generous welcome pack was appreciated, as was the friendly reception from Jeremy and his team. Thank you for a wonderful holiday! Hide

Reviewed by Paul 22nd February 2025

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Really enjoyed our stay in this unique characterful house - which still feels like someone's home. It oozes history with some many retained features but modern facilities. Very clean and well presented.

Reviewed by Samuel 2nd November 2024

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We had a great family stay here, mix of generations. The house was comfortable and perfectly located for what we wanted. Unlimited walks on your door step, and pubs and shops just a short distance away.

Reviewed by Sarah 8th October 2024

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A truly wonderful, quirky place to stay. The owner is very friendly and helpful. There was a lovely welcome pack which we really appreciated. For winter stays, it is so cosy and warm, perfect after a day of walking. Its very dog friendly as the garden is fully enclosed and the floors are all wipeable! There are good walks straight from the propertRead morey which can include a number of pubs for refreshment stops! Hide

Reviewed by David 23rd September 2024

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The cottage owner Jeremy was so welcoming and made us feel immediately at home. We enjoyed our conversations with him during the week as he looked after his stabled horses nearby. The cottage is situated in the lovely quiet village of Elton with easy access to many of the 'headlines' tourist areas and attractions in Derbyshire. We were a party of fRead moreour, however, the property is ideal for much lager families or groups. Thank you once again for a great weeks holiday Jeremy! Hide

Reviewed by Clare 31st August 2024

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This is a lovely house run by its charming owner Jeremy. He couldnt have been nicer and was there in a flash if you called him. The house was very clean, and also very comfortable. The walled garden was a great space that we thoroughly enjoyed being in, and the covered terrace area was great too.

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Farm Holidays is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.