Guests say
Lace Cottage in Ashbourne offers a cosy and private stay with well-equipped rooms, easy-to-use appliances, and a beautiful south-facing garden. While some guests noted disturbances from nearby construction and a kebab shop, the overall experience is praised for cleanliness, comfort, and thoughtful touches like toys for children.
Guests consistently describe the cottage as very clean and spotless, indicating high standards of cleanliness.
The location is central and convenient, but currently affected by town centre refurbishments and noise from a nearby kebab shop, which has impacted the tranquillity for some guests.
The cottage is frequently described as cosy and comfortable, with comfy beds and a warm atmosphere. However, some guests mentioned light disturbances from curtains and security lights.
Facilities are well-received with easy parking, heated bathroom flooring, and a well-equipped kitchen. Ongoing roadworks are a temporary inconvenience but do not directly relate to the property's facilities.
While guests appreciated the toys and other amenities, there is no mention of gifts, and therefore it is not possible to assess thoughtfulness in terms of gifts. It should be noted that gifts are not guaranteed.
About this property
This is the perfect location from which to discover Derbyshire and the Peak District with many attractions within easy reach..
Ground Floor:
Living room: TV, Freesat, DVD Player, Selection Of DVDs, Patio Doors Leading To Garden
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Zip And Link 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet.
Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot, highchair and stairgate available. Welcome pack.. Small enclosed garden with patio, sitting-out area and garden furniture. Public car park, at cost, 220 yards. No smoking. . Secretly tucked away in a courtyard, this delightful cottage is a restored lace runner’s cottage dating from the 1830s. As soon as you walk through the door, there is a wonderful calming ambience. Situated in the beautiful town of Ashbourne, there is everything you could need within walking distance.
Ashbourne is a thriving, picturesque market town on the edge of the Peak District, and is rich in history. It comprises medieval streets and historic buildings with a wealth of independent shops. The cobbled market place, hidden alleys and courtyards are a delight to explore, and the wide and elegant Church Street is considered to be the finest street of Georgian buildings in Derbyshire. There is also a wide range of restaurants, coffee shops and family and dog friendly pubs.
Ashbourne is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is an ideal base for a short break or longer holiday. If you enjoy stately homes, you are in for a treat with Chatsworth House, Sudbury Hall, Hardwick Hall, Kedleston Hall, Tissington Hall and Haddon Hall to name just a few, and are all within an easy drive.
Ashbourne is known as the ’Gateway to the Peak District National Park’ and is an ideal base from which to visit many attractions, including Alton Towers Theme Park, eight miles, and the Heights of Abraham cable car rides at Matlock Bath. Beautiful Dovedale is within five miles and the Tissington Trail is within half a mile.
This is the perfect destination for couples, families and groups of friends wishing to holiday together, and there is something for every budget and taste.
Free WiFi
Bedroom 2 has zip and link beds and can be twin or double on request at time of booking.
Up to one dog only, additional dog considered on request.
One or more beds can be linked to form double or twin beds (please advise the owner of your preference soon after booking).
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Reviews (7)
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Helen
Lace cottage was a great find. It had all the things you could need for a stay away from home. Our kids particularly appreciated the toys available, something different to play with from what they have at home. Literally a great place to stay!!
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Confirmed Guest
A cosy private cottage with good sized rooms and everything you need provided. Equipment and appliances are easy to use as is the heating system. Bedrooms are fitted with blackout blinds and thick curtains. The en suite bathroom had heated flooring which was lovely. The south facing garden is beautiful. Our dog enjoyed lying in the sun by the patio doors. Off lead walking for your dog is available at Fishpond Meadows and is a good area to meet other dogs. A big plus for Ashbourne. Roadworks were going on but these were not a problem while we were there and are due to be completed by 14th November 2025.The town is looking very good with the improvements.
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Confirmed Guest
The cottage was very clean and homely, but it was situated next to the rear entrance of a Kebab shop, the noise made by the employees there was very loud and always until 2 or 3 am in the morning, and security lights on and off all night made sleep virtually impossible, they had absolutely no consideration for local residents at all. For that reason alone we would not stay at Lace cottage again. We chose Ashbourne as we had visited there before and really liked it. But neither Cottages .com nor the Owner of the cottage told us at time of booking that there was major refurbishment of the town centre happening for 12 months and all the town centre roads were closed with barriers and virtually impossible to walk through the town, add that to the noise of heavy construction which was very loud. I understand this work is for the benefit of Ashbourne and had I been given this information before hand I would have waited until next year, cottages.com and the owner should have made us aware. I would suggest you avoid until next year.