Guests say
Chevin View is a characterful cottage praised for its excellent location in Belper, with easy access to local amenities and the Peak District. Guests enjoyed the comfortable beds, spacious garden, and the property's charm. Some noted the cottage's original features added to its cosy atmosphere.
Most guests found the cottage to be clean, though a few mentioned areas where cleanliness could be improved, such as under sofas and in the fridge. The presence of pet fur and spiders was noted by some.
The location is highly praised for being central and convenient, with easy access to shops, restaurants, and natural attractions. The proximity to Belper town and the Peak District was a highlight for many guests.
Guests found the beds very comfortable and the garden a delightful space. However, some guests mentioned the stairs as challenging and the lounge seating as uncomfortable, which affected the overall comfort level.
The property is well-equipped with a lovely garden and original features. However, guests pointed out issues with maintenance such as a leaky shower, flickering light, and the need for more garden furniture. The state of the roads nearby was also a concern.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the host, so it is not possible to provide a score in this category.
About this property
Nestled in the historic industrial town of Belper, surrounded by the Derbyshire countryside and not far from the wonderful Peak District National Park, is this traditional mill manager's house, Chevin View. A semi-detached, three-storey dwelling, Chevin View is perfectly suited to a family of six seeking a UK staycation full of scenic walks and fascinating, historic attractions. Be welcomed into the property after walking through the pretty, enclosed front garden, stepping straight into the homely sitting room where a chesterfield sofa, and matching armchair and wingback chair, offer a spot to unwind before the traditional woodburning stove with a Smart TV to entertain. Walk beneath the original beams and atop the polished wooden floor over to the spacious kitchen, featuring exposed brick to add character aside the more contemporary glass dining table, while powder blue fitted units house a great range of appliances for rustling up delicious home-cooked meals to enjoy. Spend time outside in the lovely enclosed garden, with a patio area to sit out on in the summer months, perfect for alfresco dining and soaking up the sun. Head upstairs to the first floor to find a beautiful king-size bedroom overlooking the garden, a sleek shower room to for refreshing showers, and a twin room which is ideal for little ones and home to a selection of children's books for a lovely bedtime story. Completing the layout of this 19th century abode is the second-floor double bedroom, offering a private setting to catch your rest, and benefitting from an en-suite shower room. The award-winning Belper high street is just a short walk away, you can leave your car parked on the off-road parking space and explore on foot, browsing the great selection of independent shops and boutiques, with plenty of restaurants and pubs to choose from too. The ground-breaking 'skyscraper technology' which is used the world over, where a fire proof iron frame is the basis for a structure, was first conceived in this Derbyshire town; learn about this conception at Strutt's North Mill Museum, with a fascinating insight into the Industrial Revolution within this former cotton mill. Enjoy strolls around the town admiring the sights like Long Row and The Clusters, St John's Chapel, which is the oldest building in town and home to the Belper Heritage Centre, and the Nail Makers Workshop, while the Belper River Gardens are delightful for a picnic, hosting special events throughout the year. Walkers can enjoy the many great walking areas in the surrounding area, as well as the fantastic Peak District National Park within easy driving distance. Carsington Water is perfect for an active family seeking some adventure, with plenty of watersports to choose from like sailing, canoeing, windsurfing and rowboat hire, as well as a great cycling trail around the lake and fishing available too. The delights of Matlock and Matlock Bath offer plenty to keep your busy too, with the Heights of Abraham, Gulliver's Kingdom theme park and Matlock Bath Aquarium and Arcade all worth visiting. Enjoy a wonderful break to Derbyshire with the family at Chevin View.
Belper is a charming and historic town resting in Derbyshire, notable for winning the Great British High Street Award multiple times for its array of independent and local shops, as well as being the birthplace of skyscraper technology. Nowadays, Belper makes a wonderful holiday location with a host of amenities including pubs, shops and restaurants, and attractions surrounding the town's rich heritage like Strutt's North Mill Museum, Belper River Gardens, and nearby Heage Windmill Society and the National Trust's Druffield Castle.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x second-floor double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Cloakroom with WC.
Kitchen/diner with gas stove-effect fire.
Sitting room with woodburning stove
Gas central heating with wood-burning stove and gas stove-effect fire.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, coffee maker, fridge/freezer, washing machine, Smart TV, WiFi, selection of children's books.
Fuel and power in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair, cot and stair-gate available.
Off-road parking for one car, with additional on-street parking.
Enclosed front garden with lawn, patio and furniture, and secure bike storage.
1 Well behaved pet welcome (£25 supplement for a second pet).
No smoking.
Shop 0.3 miles, pub 0.2 miles.
Note: Due to the age of the property the stairs must be taken with care.
Note: There is reduced head height in the twin room and through some of the doorways
Nearby points of interest
- Crich Tramway Village
- Kedleston Hall
- Dovedale
- Castle Donington Museum
- Lumsdale Valley
Reviews (29)
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Sophie
Good location. Had a lovely weekend with friends very happy with accommodation.
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Karen
We come to Belper regularly to visit with family and have stayed in various lettings but this has been the one needing the most improvement. The cottage would benefit from a deep cleaning. The interior had quite a few spiders and webs in every room. There was pet fur on the couches and throughout the floors in the living room. To us, it appeared as if the cleaning was just at a basic surface level, not what we would expect between guests. We also had an issue with the upstairs shower where the temperature would not regulate and would go from scolding hot to freezing. We do think the home is a great option, but just needs some of these items addressed.
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Mandy
Well positioned for exploring the town and surrounding area. Lots to see and do in Derbyshire. Cottage has been sympathetically renovated with many original features retained all adding to its charm. It is well equipped, although could do with some additional glasses and tongs for serving. We were fortunate to have very good weather and appreciated the enclosed garden and garden furniture. The only downside is the terrible state of the roads in the immediate vicinity for both walking and driving.