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Brailsford Water Mill, Nr Ashbourne, Derbyshire

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Front views
Large dining area Historic Water Mill Back view
Beamed living area
Carsington Water Sports Alton Towers
  • Spacious historic water mill on ancient site mentioned in Doomsday book
  • Large holiday cottage full of character & modern conveniences
  • Sleeps up to 21 in 4 x doubles, 4 x twin, 1 triple & 1 bunk room
  • Waterside patio with secure fencing
  • Close to Peak District, Alton Towers & Carsington Water
  • Fishing available locally (1/4 mile away)
  • Pet Friendly - £20 p/w each (max 2)
Sleeps:
21
Bedrooms:
10
Bathrooms:
3
Pets:
Yes
Short Breaks:
Yes
Start Days:
Fri/Mon
Click here for terms & conditions of hire
Property Overview

Proudly claiming a milling heritage dating from the time of William the Conqueror, this historic water mill offers a wonderful holiday opportunity for large groups and families. The restoration has preserved the unique qualities, ancient beams, old mill wheels and flour chutes are retained – whilst adding modern amenities, with comfortable and attractive furnishings to the rustic interior.

Situated in a peaceful meadowland setting, extending 10 acres upstream, this delightful watermill holiday home stands beside the mill pond. Sleeping up to 19 people in 10 bedrooms, it is ideal for large groups & family get togethers.

Location - Ashbourne, with its good shopping, cafés and restaurants is 6 miles and Derby's theatres, cinema and Crown Derby factory and shop are just 8 miles away as are both Dovedale and the Peak District National Park. Alton Towers, Carsington Lake's water sports and several National Trust properties lie within a short drive. Golf locally, fishing 500 yards, cycle hire 5 miles. Village shop and pub ¾ mile.

Property Facilities

Local Area & Highlights
  • Ground Floor:-
  • Large sitting room in the old milling room furnished with wood burning stove & TV/DVD
  • 2 x Double bedrooms
  • Twin bedded room with additional bunk beds & ensuite shower room, W/C & wash basin
  • External stairs to lower ground floor:-
  • Kitchen with dining area (seating for up to 20) and door to patio
  • Kitchen fully equipped with combination microwave oven, Fridge / Freezer, Automatic Washing machine, Dishwasher
  • Bathroom with shower over bath, WC & wash basin
  • Double bedroom
  • Twin bedded room (40" x 70" beds) - low arched ceiling
  • Games room with table football (accessed from patio)
  • 1st Floor:-
  • Gallery bedroom with bunk beds and single bed
  • With access through to a double bedroom
  • 2 x Gallery twin bedded rooms with 2'6" beds
  • Shower room / WC
  • Linen and duvets are provided at no extra charge
  • Please bring your own towels
  • Electricity, gas central heating all included
  • Logs charged at cost
  • 2 cots, highchair and stairgate available
  • Private grounds with lake and partially unfenced mill pond (toddlers and children beware)
  • Waterside terrace - partially fenced
  • Unsuitable for the infirm
  • Patio
  • Play area
  • Garden furniture
  • Parking for up to 7 cars
Local Facilities

Options & Additional Information

  • Two child friendly pubs locally within 2 miles
  • Village shop and pub within 1 mile
  • Fishing locally - 1/4 mile away
  • Cycle Hire - 5 miles away
  • Water sports at Carsington Lake (5 miles)
  • Peak District National Park
  • National Trust properties locally
  • Crown Derby factory (8 miles)
  • Alton Towers Theme park (12 miles)
  • Golf locally
  • Unsuitable for the infirm
  • Short breaks available - Fri - Mon & Mon - Fri (except Summer School holidays)
  • Electricity, gas central heating all included
  • Pet Friendly - £20 p/w each (max 2)
  • Smoking not permitted
  • 25% deposit on all bookings. Payable in full within 8 weeks
  • Short breaks available outside key holiday dates
  • Please bring your own towels
  • Cot, high chair & stairgate available
  • 'Toddlers beware' - waterside garden
  • Arrival from 4.00pm & 10.00am departure
  • Terms & conditions - click here

For further information please contact Waterside Breaks on 01252 339020