Darley Farm by Birch Stays

A stone's throw from the popular spa town of Matlock, guests can relax in the sumptuous hot tub (On Request) that overlooks 40 acres of picturesque English countryside. Darley Farm embodies the charm of a stunning stone farmhouse which can be enjoyed by 10 + 2 guests across 5 stunning bedroom suites.

This farmhouse retreat is the perfect location to relax and socialise with friends and family, with the home boasting, a games lounge with pool table, separate cosy snug, an outdoor summer house with a foosball table, and beautifully mature gardens to explore.

The Home
As you step through the traditional farm doors, you're welcomed into the heart of this home, being a spacious kitchen and dining area. It's exquisitely crafted with a bespoke, handmade kitchen by Mark Wilkinson, oak flooring throughout and a striking central island crafted from natural granite. Every detail has been carefully considered, offering a fully equipped space featuring an Aga complete with two cooking and two warming chambers, twin hot plates, and a warming plate. Complementing this is a Miele electric oven and microwave.

The kitchen also houses a substantial Sub-Zero fridge freezer equipped with a water purifier and ice machine, alongside a dedicated Sub-Zero wine cooler, perfect for a variety of wines and champagnes. For coffee enthusiasts, a Sage Nespresso Vertuo coffee machine, we provide a small number of coffee pods but recommend bringing your own. Two cafetières are also thoughtfully provided to satisfy your coffee cravings!

Adjacent to the kitchen, the spacious dining room awaits, furnished with a bespoke oak dining table comfortably seating ten. The large pantry provides lots of storage with shelving and drawers.

The Snug
Ascend the steps from the kitchen to discover the snug, a cosy space filled with natural light and captivating views of the garden and countryside through expansive windows and patio doors. A beautiful natural stone fireplace, adorned with a log burner, stands as the focal point, providing warmth and charm during cooler months.

Sink into plush seating, featuring a large corner sofa and additional leather chairs, while immersing yourself in entertainment offered by the 55 inch wall-mounted smart TV. As the patio doors open onto the rear patio, bask in the tranquillity of warm, sunlit evenings. The snug boasts expansive high ceilings with traditional wooden beams, encompassing the original charm of the farmhouse.

Games Lounge
The games lounge, right beside the kitchen diner, is perfect for guests of all ages. Inside, you'll discover the luxurious Olhausen Waterfall pool table, accompanied by cosy seating and a 55-inch flat-screen TV, offering modern comfort and fun for everyone!

Sleeping Spaces
5 individually styled double bedrooms can be made as a twin or double beds. Two of the bedrooms have luxury en suites, and there is a further beautiful family bathroom. All bathrooms are fitted with Hansgrohe Rainfall showers with separate hand held shower head, Villeroy & Boch vanity units and toilets as well as underfloor heating.

The master bedroom can sleep up to 3 guests with the use of the pull out single sized trundle bed, great for a family with children.

Bedrooms 4 also has an additional pull-out single-sized trundle bed, so there are plenty of options for flexible sleeping arrangements, and it's great for families with children. All bedrooms have fitted solid oak wardrobes with plenty of hanging space. Quality dressing gowns are provided for each guest during your stay.

The Outside Space
The outside space at Oaker Farm is spectacular! Choose from the comfy, rattan 12 seater dining table with BBQ to the front of the property, or choose to spend time inside the summer house featuring a table football and stylish Four Seasons furniture. To the back of the property enjoy relaxing on the comfortable Dedon sun loungers. If you are in the mood for a lovely walk with spectacular views, venture through the farms fields to the top of the hill and visit the famous Oker Tree!

The tree is also known as Will Shores Tree and has its very own poem written by William Wordsworth and an interesting tale of its own! For anyone that is into in Geocaching you may find something of interest at the top of the hill. Four legged friends will have the time of their lives running through the 40 acres of land at the farm. For any keen walkers, the Derwent Valley Heritage Way passes through the land at the property and you can follow the path all the way to Ladybower reservoir! The River Derwent can be seen from the farm and is the perfect spot to relax and enjoy a picnic on a summers day.

Ground Floor
Kitchen and dining area for 12 guests
Snug lounge with log burner, 55 inch smart TV and access to rear patio
Games room pool table and 55 inch TV
W/C

First Floor
5 x luxury bedroom suites, 2 of which are en-suites
All beds are super king which can be split into twins upon request [if informed 7 days before arrival]
Family bathroom
All bathrooms are fitted with Hansgrohe Rainfall showers with separate hand held shower head, Villeroy & Boch vanity units and toilets as well as underfloor heating.

Exterior Grounds
Hot tub (On Request)
Outdoor dining table
Summer house with foosball table
Outdoor sofa loungers
Large mature gardens
40 acres of land to explore
Parking for 10 cars

Features
5 bedroom detached Farm house for 10 guests across 5 bedrooms
Hot tub (On Request)
hand crafted kitchen with Aga, Miele appliances and Sub-Zero fridge freezer
Wine cooler and ice machine
Nespresso coffee machine
Dining table for 12 guests
2x 55″ Sony tv
Game lounge including Olhausen Waterfall pool table
Snug lounge
All bathrooms are fitted with Hansgrohe Rainfall, Villeroy & Boch fittings and underfloor heating.
Children’s pates, cutlery
Travel cots (bedding not supplied)
1 highchair
BBQ
12 seater rattan dining table
Summer house with table football
Large mature gardens
Set in 40 acres of land
Pet friendly with prior permission