Bear Cottage, Heage

About Bear Cottage

Bear Cottage is a single-storey converted farm building in Heage, Derbyshire. This ground-floor barn sits on a working farm with original character throughout. Exposed beams frame the open-plan living space. Underfloor heating runs throughout. A separate dining room opens onto a front courtyard garden through patio doors.

The barn overlooks open countryside. Fields stretch out in every direction. You'll see farm animals grazing nearby. The Peak District National Park lies just beyond.

One king-size bedroom sleeps two guests. A Smart TV sits in the bedroom. The spacious shower room has a walk-in shower with just a tiny lip at the entrance. The open-plan kitchen features matte charcoal units and induction hob. A large corner sofa fills the sitting area. Off-road parking for three cars sits right outside.

Carsington Water reservoir offers waterside walks 4 miles away (10 minutes). Cromford Mills runs guided tours of the 1800s cotton mill 3 miles away (8 minutes). Heights of Abraham cable car rides overlook Matlock Bath 6 miles away (15 minutes). Heage Windmill stands 1.5 miles away (5 minutes).

Bear Cottage works brilliantly for couples wanting accessible ground-floor accommodation in rural Derbyshire. Book this barn for Peak District exploring from a peaceful farm setting.

Check Prices & Availability »

At Sykes Cottages

Need To Know

✓Air source heat pump and underfloor heating
✓Electric oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge/ freezer, washing machine and dishwasher
✓2 x Smart TV, wifi
✓Fuel and power included in rent
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓Off-road parking for 3 cars
✓Front courtyard garden with furniture and barbecue
✓Sorry, no pets and no smoking
✓Shop 0.8 miles, pub 0.6 miles, there is wine and chocolates provided by the owner on arrival

More Barn Holidays You May Like

WiFi Fishing Near Pub Open Fire

Manor Barn Cottage

Heart of England, Derbyshire

Sleeps 4 2 Bedrooms

A charming barn conversion settled in Great Longstone, Derbyshire. Family-friendly. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. Bakewell 3.2 miles; Buxton 12.5 miles.

View Barn

WiFi Fishing

Willow

South West of England, Dorset

Sleeps 4 2 Bedrooms Pet Friendly

A delightful, semi-detached barn conversion resting in Notton, close to Maiden Newton in Dorset. Disabled friendly. Pet friendly. Jurassic coast nearby. Dorchester 7.1 miles; West Bay 15 miles.

View Barn

Hot Tub WiFi Fishing Open Fire

The Stables

North of England, Yorkshire

Sleeps 6 3 Bedrooms Pet Friendly

The Stables, a beautifully-presented abode resting in the village of Holme near Thirsk in North Yorkshire. Hot tub. Near National Landscape. Pet-friendly. Northallerton 12.5 miles; North York...

View Barn

WiFi Near Beach Fishing Golf

Ash Barn

South West of England, Cornwall

Sleeps 5 2 Bedrooms Pet Friendly

Ash Barn is an inviting holiday home in Falmouth, Cornwall, featuring an enclosed garden and off-road parking.

View Barn

WiFi Open Fire

Nana's Cottage

South West of England, Cornwall

Sleeps 4 2 Bedrooms

A stunning single-storey barn conversion resting in the village of Praze-an-Beeble, Cornwall. Modern, open-plan design. Camborne 3.8 miles; Helston 5.6 miles.

View Barn

WiFi Fishing

Swallows Nest

South West of England, Cornwall

Sleeps 4 2 Bedrooms

Superb barn conversion resting in open countryside, some 10 miles from the Cornish town of Launceston. Enclosed garden. WiFi. En-suite.

View Barn

WiFi

Millrace Cottage

North of England, Cumbria

Sleeps 5 3 Bedrooms Pet Friendly

Bright, cosy Lakeland cottage. One dog welcome. Family friendly. Private patio. Off road parking. Village location. Windermere 2.4 miles.

View Barn

WiFi Fishing Open Fire Pool

Lawn Farm Cottage

Heart of England, Gloucestershire

Sleeps 6 3 Bedrooms Pet Friendly

A detached property resting on a working farm, close to Gloucester. Pets welcome. WiFi. Open fire. Swimming pool. Cheltenham 12.7 miles; Ross-on-Wye 13 miles.

View Barn

Hot Tub WiFi Fishing Near Pub

Woodcock

East of England, Norfolk

Sleeps 6 3 Bedrooms Pet Friendly

Woodcock is a pleasant farm stay resting in Wheatacre, Suffolk, featuring EV charging, a communal games room, gym and hot tub and proximity to amenities. Beccles 6.7 miles; Lowestoft 12.6 miles;...

View Barn

Hot Tub WiFi Fishing Open Fire

Thompson Rigg House

North of England, Yorkshire

Sleeps 6 3 Bedrooms

Thompson Rig House is a cottage in Langdale End near Scarborough, North Yorkshire, boasting a woodburning stove, underfloor heating, and hot tub. Pickering 15.4 miles; Whitby 22.9 miles; York 38.7...

View Barn

What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at Bear Cottage

Ground-floor accessibility

All accommodation on one level with no steps. The shower room has only a tiny lip making it perfect for guests with mobility needs.

Underfloor heating throughout

Warm floors in every room powered by an air source heat pump. Guests say the barn stays heated round the clock keeping you cosy.

Spacious modern shower room

Walk-in shower with heated towel rail. Multiple guests describe the bathroom as gorgeous and tastefully designed with excellent fixtures.

Fully equipped kitchen

Matte charcoal units with induction hob and built-in appliances. Everything from slow cookers to baking trays plus welcome tea and coffee provided.

Peaceful farm setting

Working farm location with animals grazing in surrounding fields. Courtyard garden catches sun from mid-morning through sunset with barbecue and patio furniture.

Peak District base

Easy access from the A38 puts you minutes from Carsington Water and Cromford Mills. Perfect for exploring Derbyshire Dales and National Trust properties.

Getting To Bear Cottage

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Bear Cottage by car, take the A38 and turn off towards Heage on Morley Lane. The barn sits on a working farm with easy access and convenient off-road parking for three cars upon arrival.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Belper, just a short taxi ride away from the accommodation. From there, it's a scenic journey through Derbyshire countryside to your farm setting.

Off-road parking for three cars

Belper station (3.5 miles)

Easily accessible from the A38

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Carsington Water

Distance: 4 miles

DE6 1ST

Cromford Mills

Distance: 3 miles

DE4 3RQ

Heights of Abraham

Distance: 6 miles

DE4 3NT

Heage Windmill

Distance: 1.5 miles

DE56 2BH

Peak District National Park

Distance: 8 miles

DE4 3RB

Kedleston Hall grounds

Distance: 7 miles

DE22 5JH

Denby Pottery Village

Distance: 2 miles

DE5 8NX

Belper town centre

Distance: 3.5 miles

DE56 1AP

Matlock shops

Distance: 6 miles

DE4 3BT

Belper railway station

Distance: 3.5 miles

DE56 1AP

Local bus stop

Distance: 0.1 miles

DE56 2HW

A38 dual carriageway

Distance: 2 miles

DE56 2HW

Carsington Water

Distance: 4 miles

DE6 1ST

Cromford Mills

Distance: 3 miles

DE4 3RQ

Heights of Abraham

Distance: 6 miles

DE4 3NT

Heage Windmill

Distance: 1.5 miles

DE56 2BH

Peak District National Park

Distance: 8 miles

DE4 3RB

Kedleston Hall grounds

Distance: 7 miles

DE22 5JH

Denby Pottery Village

Distance: 2 miles

DE5 8NX

Belper town centre

Distance: 3.5 miles

DE56 1AP

Matlock shops

Distance: 6 miles

DE4 3BT

Belper railway station

Distance: 3.5 miles

DE56 1AP

Local bus stop

Distance: 0.1 miles

DE56 2HW

A38 dual carriageway

Distance: 2 miles

DE56 2HW

Is Bear Cottage Right For Your Group

Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family reunion...

For Families

Bear Cottage suits couples rather than families with children. The single king-size bedroom sleeps just two guests with no additional beds. The working farm setting means animals graze nearby but the property doesn't allow pets or have dedicated play areas. Older children might enjoy the courtyard garden and exploring surrounding countryside footpaths from this rural Derbyshire base near Heage Windmill.

Groups Will Love...

Underfloor heating throughout this converted farm building creates constant warmth from ground level up. An air source heat pump powers the system that guests say runs round the clock keeping every room cosy. The heating works particularly well in the open-plan living space where exposed beams frame the kitchen and sitting area. Even the spacious shower room benefits from warm floors and a heated towel rail making winter stays comfortable.

Pet Friendly

No, Bear Cottage does not accept pets despite sitting on a working farm. The property rules clearly state no dogs or other animals allowed. Farm animals graze in surrounding fields but guests cannot bring their own pets. The countryside setting offers excellent walking routes nearby including paths to Heage Windmill and across Peak District moorland but you'll need to leave your dog at home for this particular barn conversion stay.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Bear Cottage

Black Boy pub

Located 0.6 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DE56 2BG

Spanker Inn

Located 2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DE56 0RR

Eagle Tavern

Located 1.5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DE56 2BH

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Bear Cottage

What barn features does Bear Cottage have?

This single-storey converted farm building has exposed beams throughout the open-plan living space and original character from its agricultural past. Underfloor heating powered by an air source heat pump runs through every room including the separate dining area.

Is Bear Cottage pet friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at Bear Cottage despite its working farm location. The property sits on a farm with animals but guests cannot bring their own dogs or pets.

How accessible is this barn conversion?

All accommodation sits on one level with no steps anywhere making it excellent for mobility issues. The walk-in shower has only a very small lip at the entrance and guests with disabilities have praised its suitability.

What sleeping arrangements does Bear Cottage offer?

One king-size bedroom sleeps two guests with a Smart TV and plenty of hanging space for clothes. The bedroom sits on the ground floor as part of the single-storey layout with the spacious shower room next door.

What kitchen facilities are provided?

The matte charcoal kitchen has an electric oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine and dishwasher. Guests find everything from slow cookers to baking trays plus welcome tea, coffee and sugar on arrival.

What outdoor space does the barn have?

A front courtyard garden with patio furniture, umbrella and barbecue catches sun from mid-morning through sunset. Three parking spaces sit right outside the barn on private off-road hardstanding.

How warm is Bear Cottage in winter?

Underfloor heating runs throughout powered by an air source heat pump that guests say keeps the barn heated round the clock. Multiple reviews mention toasty warm feet and excellent heating even in cold weather.

What can you see from Bear Cottage?

Open countryside stretches in every direction with farm animals grazing in surrounding fields. The working farm setting puts you in peaceful rural Derbyshire with the Peak District National Park just beyond.