There’s a glorious surprise hidden away in the back garden
Eleanor Fleming Regional Content Editor
08:01, 22 Feb 2026
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Unassuming Grade II listed Peak District holiday home looks lush inside -(Image: Sykes)
For those looking for a cosy get away, either now or whenever the weather brightens up, they are now in for a treat. Sykes Cottages has a stay at Coupling Cottage in Belper, Derbyshire up for grabs and prices are around £614 for six nights – based on dates Friday 6th of March to 12th of March.
The Coupling Cottage is a Grade II listed mill worker’s home which refers to a classification in the UK for buildings or structures that are of special interest warranting every effort to preserve it. Situation on Long Row in Derbyshire, it runs parallel to Belper’s high street and is said to be only a stone’s throw from the historical mill and River Gardens.
The Coupling Cottage has two bedrooms, making it ideal for couples or up to four people. One bedroom has a four poster bed and the other has a twin bed as well as a ground floor bathroom with a bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Coupling Cottage is available from Sykes Cottages
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The cottage features a hot tub, two bedrooms, one bathroom, is pet friendly and can sleep up to four guests.
There is of course a kitchen area to eat and cook in with facilities including an electric double over, grill and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freeze, washing machine and a utility room and sitting room with a woodburning stove. Now, the surprise on the outside is what’s sure to catch travellers eyes.
In the enclosed garden with a lawned area, patio, outdoor seating and a summer house, there is also a hot tub which makes it the perfect relaxing getaway. For those driving, there is a private parking space for a small or medium sized car outside the front of the properly and there is no fear of getting bored as the area has a cinema, bars, pubs, cafes and restaurants.
Now, some alternatives are from the website such as The Old Robin Hood in Holmesfield near Bakewell, Derbyshire and prices start at £1,926 for five nights – dates March 13th to 18th. This one is also a Grade II listing and it comes with a hot tub, five bedrooms that can sleep up to 15 guests and three bathrooms.
There is a range of dates available throughout the year.(Image: Sykes Cottages)
Then there is The Old Weighbridge in Bakewell, Derbyshire on Holiday Cottages. This is priced at a slightly lower option for £319 for seven nights – 22nd February to 28th.
It can sleep two people so it’s more suited for a couple or a small getaway with a loved one and it is said to be ‘ideal for a romantic getaway.’ However, the Coupling Cottage in Belper, Derbyshire has been rated highly as one person said: “The bed in the main bedroom felt like sleeping in a big fluffy cloud and the hot tub and wood burner were dreamy – we didn’t want to leave!
“It’s a perfect base for exploring the Peak District, and Belper itself (just a few minutes walk away) is lovely too – full of independent coffee shops and great places to eat. If you’re looking to get away from it all and come away feeling relaxed and refreshed, this cottage will not disappoint.”
The cottage has been rated highly by previous guests. (Image: Sykes Cottages)
Another wrote: “Everything you needed and more. The bedrooms were amazing and the beds so comfortable .
“Not for those who struggle with stairs especially for the toilet during the night ( 2 flights ) close to the town centre. Parking space I would say for a small car.” A third wrote as part of a longer review: “The house is decorated beautifully and there’s lots of amazing artwork around the house with so much attention to detail.
“All the facilities were as described although we didn’t find the freezer until we were leaving. The hot tub was a lovely treat in the cold evenings.”
Some did have slight reservations for example: “Could do with some more glasses, small tumblers would be great.” Another chimed in saying: “Hot tub and real fire helped create a lovely feeling and atmosphere.
“The owners were amazing and helped us with facilities. Only issue was bathroom is two floors down from the main bedroom.”
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