Log Cabins to RentHome to Chatsworth House and the Peak District National Park and 'if you must' Alton Towers, and housing part of the National Forest, Derbyshire is a perfect location for a family holiday. Superb for walkers, cyclist, climbers, and canoeist. Also the wonderful Crich Tramway village.
A walkers delight, this location is home to miles of scenic footpaths that meander through the rolling hills. The nearby popular village of Cromford, just 2 miles away, offers a fine selection of antique shops, cafes and pubs. Why not take a canal boat ride along Cromford Canal or visit Arkwright s Mill, which is a World Heritage site? From Cromford, there is easy access to the High Peak Trail which is a favourite with walkers and is ideal for cycling. Matlock Bath is 3 miles and has a huge selection of cafes, shops and pubs to enjoy and is also the starting point for the cable car that takes you to the Heights of Abraham. The old mill town of Matlock has a superb range of craft shops, independent stores and bars, whilst Chatsworth Estate is just 10 miles away. Step into the barn, take off your coat and boots and make yourself at home in the cosy lounge. Relax on the comfy seating, light the wood burner and chill out with your loved ones whilst admiring the beautiful rural views from the window. Cooking a meal in the kitchen is a delight with an electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and microwave. Sit down with good company at the nearby dining table and plan the day's activities ahead. When you head upstairs you will find two bedrooms, a super king size zip and link bedroom (which can be made into a twin upon request), with a handy en suite bathroom with shower over bath and WC. You will also find a king size bedroom with beautiful rural views and an en suite bathroom with a shower over bath and WC. Outside, there is an enclosed patio with a hot tub perfectly placed to sink into and admire the rolling countryside views. There is outdoor dining furniture for a spot of al fresco dining during the warmer months. You will also find a patio to the front of the barn which catches the morning sun. Enjoy the open space of the grassy paddock which surrounds the barn. There is off road parking for two cars.
The farm is very central, giving excellent access to local shops, visitor attractions and motorway connections. The market town of Ashbourne is within driving distance and with its narrow cobbled alleys, it is something of a haven for antique hunters, boasting superb shops, as well as a variety of good pubs and restaurants, also within a short drive is The National Arboretum museum. Take a trip to Alton Towers, Hansons Auctioneers, Uttoxeter Racecourse, Castle Donington, or enjoy a historical day out exploring the National Trust properties such as Kedleston, Sudbury, and Calke Abbey. Chatsworth Estate and Gardens is around a slightly longer drive but on the scenic route, and the farm shop is a must visit to stock up on local goodies. Entering into the spacious and light lounge/kitchen/diner you will see the comfortable sofa and chair ideally situated by the French doors overlooking the garden where you can relax watching something on the nearby Smart TV and DVD and get cosy in front of the electric effect wood burning stove, there are also arched windows which allow the sun to flood in. The kitchen area offers an electric oven and hob, fridge, dishwasher, washer/dryer and microwave and a nearby dining table to take long lazy breakfasts planning the day s activities. The bedroom is where you will get a good night s rest, with super king size zip and link bed (which can be made up as a twin on request). The bedroom also has French doors which lead onto the terrace, and an en suite wet room, offering a spacious shower, with rails if needed, and WC. The barn faces west so enjoys the evening sun, and has a very generous terrace, with a seating area and sun loungers, for the warmer evenings. There is also a BBQ available for you to enjoy al fresco dining. The raised lawn area and fully enclosed garden, with views across the fields which are accessed through a back gate. There is also a five acre lake perfect for spotting nature and coarse fishing only, bream, roach, tench, perch and pike. There is ample off road parking available.
This detached barn set in the owners' grounds provides comfortable character beamed contemporary style accommodation. Located in a quiet village there is easy access into the heart of the Peak District National Park. There are numerous walks from the doorstep and Carsington Water, with lots of activities such as cycling and watersports on offer. Chatsworth House and Kedleston Hall are all a short drive away, as are pretty towns and villages such as Matlock Bath, Ashbourne, Bakewell and Buxton, all of which boast an array of shops and restaurants. The interior of the cottage perfectly matches the beautiful exterior. A large glazed door leads into the spacious lounge and open plan kitchen with gorgeous stone flagged floors. The kitchen dining area contains all the essentials that guests will need during their stay. Relax on the comfy corner sofa infront of the TV in this welcoming space. Upstairs, the bedroom is surprisingly large given the cosy cottage feel of the barn. Velux roof lights make this a spacious bright and airy room in the eaves, while exposed original oak beams gives this king size room a wonderful feel. The suite area of the bedroom is the perfect place for curling up in one of the armchairs with a book or simply taking in the views. The bedroom has an en suite with walk in shower, hand basin, heated towel rail and toilet and underfloor heating. Outside is patio seating, this chocolate box barn offers guests a charming, cosy stay in a wonderful village location.
Commanding an enchanting rural position, with the nearby Monsal Trail offering a splendid route for cyclists through the re opened railway tunnels. There are various walks right on the doorstep of the barn, which are a great way for exploring this beautiful part of the world. The nearby villages offer local amenities, including pubs and restaurants for those who ve worked up an appetite outdoors. The barn has beautiful exposed wooded beams which give the property a wonderful character throughout. The kitchen is well equipped with all the essentials and a lounge diner has an electric effect log burning stove which creates an inviting ambience on cold evenings. Upstairs the main bedroom has a double bed and exposed beams, giving the room a cosy feel. The bedroom also has an en suite with bath, shower over, hand basin and toilet. The second bright bedroom contains two single beds and there is a family bathroom with a shower, hand basin and toilet. Outside there is a lovely patio area that surrounds the barn, with outdoor seating for al fresco dining or simply sitting out and enjoying the rural surrounds of the property. There is a shared stone walled garden which is a lovely grassed area ideal for children and dogs. This property is ideal for groups and links internally with Stable Barn, booked together can sleep nine people, making it ideal for special occasions and entertaining.
This ancient stone barn, enjoys a lovely position in the heart of a village in the spectacular landscape of the Peak District. The village is famous as a plague village, one of the areas that went into voluntary quarantine during the plague of 1655. Many of the old village buildings retain their original features giving the village an enchanting, historical feel. The nearby Eyam Moor offers wonderful walks and far reaching views across the Derwent Valley. After guests have worked up an appetite out on the moors, they can head back to the local village pub, the Miners Arms for a spot of recuperation. For those seeking culture, a short drive takes guests to the impressive country houses of Chatsworth and Haddon hall. The property benefits from underfloor heating throughout the ground floor and embraces open plan living. The spacious living area has a stone fireplace with electric effect wood burning stove and exposed wood beams that add to the room s character. The dining area is a lovely space for entertaining. Upstairs there are three bedrooms. Sloping, part vaulted ceilings provide a wonderful country chic to the rooms. The largest of the three bedrooms is the master, and has an impressive arched window which frames the captivating views of the village and Eyam Edge. The bedroom contains a super king size bed and also has its own en suite bathroom with a shower over the bath, toilet and hand basin. The second bedroom is a delightful twin bedroom which can be made into a super king bed if requested at the time of booking, benefiting from a large feature window which overlooks the courtyard. The bedroom also has an en suite bathroom with a shower, toilet and hand basin. The final bedroom is a good size twin bedroom which can be made into a super king bed if requested at the time of booking, with an en suite shower room with a shower, toilet and hand basin. Outside there is a sheltered courtyard which makes a great spot for a BBQ and al fresco dining.
Situated on the owners working farm this cottage is situated within easy reach of the village of Brassington which boasts a beautiful Norman church, historic streets, and two quaint pubs. Carsington water is on the doorstep with a wide range of outdoor activities to be enjoyed both on and off the water. Try your hand at windsurfing, canoeing and fishing or for those who like a dry land, push yourself to the limits on an 8 mile mountain bike course. You will also find an award winning restaurant, playground, courtyard shops, four bird hides and miles of footpaths and bridleways to explore. Make sure you visit pretty towns and villages such as Matlock Bath, Ashbourne, Bakewell and Buxton, all of which boast an array of shops and restaurants. Step into the barn to into the kitchen/diner with traditional stone underfoot gently warmed with underfloor heating throughout downstairs. The vaulted ceiling contributes to the bright and open space with the kitchen offering everything you need to rustle up a hearty meal such as electric oven and gas hob, fridge, microwave and washing machine. Come together around the farmhouse dining table and plan the day's activities ahead. Head through to the lounge with windows encapsulating the wonderful views. Curl up on the sofa with a good book or pop something on the Smart TV. Upstairs the master bedroom is a super king size zip and link (which can be made into a twin on request). The bathroom offers a shower over bath and WC. Outside there is a spacious garden with a patio and gravel. Enjoy dining alfresco with good company watching the sunset over the surrounding countryside and the cattle grazing from your back garden. There is ample off road parking.
Lying at the southern end of the Peak District, Thorpe is an idyllic, peaceful village, strategically situated to the gateway to Dovedale. Set in some of the most spectacular countryside in England, it is a great base from which to explore the Peak District National Park. Dovedale valley is a nature reserve that boasts ancient ash woodland, grasslands and an abundance of wildlife. Discover stunning walks from your doorstep, including Thorpe Cloud, Dovedale Stepping Stones and the water meadows of the River Dove. In the neighbouring picturesque market town of Ashbourne you can find a wonderful range of restaurants, cafes, family friendly pubs and independent shops. Also close by is Thor s Cave (6 miles), Carsington Water reservoir (8 miles), perfect for birdwatching, water sports, walking and cycling around its eight mile perimeter. Visit the Tissington and Manifold trails, a haven for walkers and cyclists (2 miles and 8 miles respectively), Chatsworth House and Gardens (18 miles) and the historic town of Bakewell (15 miles). For an adrenaline filled day, head to Alton Towers theme park or visit its imaginative waterpark to enjoy the tropical lagoon, promising family fun all year around (10 miles). A fantastic choice to host your family get together, this property enjoys spacious rooms, period features and a large garden. Step inside to a welcoming hall with plenty of space for coats and shoes. The hall guides you through to an impressive dining room with open fire, perfect for formal dinners. The dining table comfortably seats groups up to 12 if you have extra company joining you. A couple of steps down connects to a cosy lounge room also with an open fire for cosy winter evenings. After a day of walking around the local peaks, come back and head to the lounge with a hot drink and put your feet up in front of the fire, with plenty of sofas and armchairs arranged to accommodate the whole party and watch a family favourite film on the TV. Head into the stylish kitchen to cook up a classic dish with the help from the electric oven and hob, fridge, freezer, microwave, washing machine and dishwasher. When it's time to serve, gather around the dining table and enjoy some good quality time with your loved ones, while planning where your holiday will take you in the coming days. When it s time to turn in there are five bedrooms to choose from. Off the dining room there is a private staircase to a master bedroom with sumptuous super king size bed, its own seating area, electric fire and en suite shower room with shower and WC. From the hall, a second private staircase leads up to a twin bedroom, perfect for children. On the ground floor are the rest of the bedrooms; two doubles (one with vanity unit) and a single. These rooms have been individually decorated to provide unique characters and enjoy beautiful rural or garden views. The ground floor rooms share a bathroom with shower over bath and WC, and a further separate shower room and WC. Enjoy breakfast with a view of Thorpe pastures from the breakfast bar, before heading out on your adventures. Spend afternoons relaxing in the large garden or eating alfresco, with plenty of lawn space for children to enjoy running about. There is ample off street parking for several cars.
Bring your walking boots and your mountain bikes, try your hand at windsurfing, canoeing and fishing, or, for those who like dry land, push your limits on an 8 mile mountain bike course all on offer at nearby Carsington Water. You will also find an award winning restaurant, a playground, shops, four bird hides, and miles of footpaths and bridleways to explore nearby. Make sure you visit pretty towns and villages such as Matlock Bath (5 miles), Ashbourne (7.5 miles), Bakewell (12.5 miles) and Buxton (21 miles), all of which boast an array of shops and restaurants, and head into the nearby market town of Wirksworth (2 miles) to enjoy the interesting architecture and local independent shops. Step into the hallway and wander through to the country cottage style kitchen/diner. At the heart is the traditional range cooker with original stone surround. There is also an electric cooker and hob, washing machine, fridge/freezer and dishwasher. Come together around the nearby dining table and celebrate a special occasion or plan the day's activities ahead over a hearty breakfast. Across the hall is the lounge with the main feature being an inset circular fireplace housing a wood burner, perfect for lighting in the chilly months, alongside relaxing on the sofa with a good book or watching something on the TV. There is also a ground floor shower room with a shower and WC. Head up the stairs to the first floor where you will find a super king size bedroom a king size bedroom and a snug sitting room with corner sofa, TV and Xbox. There is also a family bathroom with shower over bath and WC. Taking the stairs up to the second floor reaches another double bedroom and twin bedroom. There is also a WC on this floor. Outside, an enclosed paved courtyard area lies to the front with seating, ideal for outdoor dining with a stone wall with box hedges and display borders stocked with cottage garden perennials. There are two allocated parking spaces, one of which is in the garage.
The location of the barn is 0.5 miles up a single track lane where there is an abundance of quiet footpaths and bridleways which can be accessed, easily from the doorstep meaning you can leave your car behind and head off exploring. Situated just five miles from the market town of Ashbourne with its Georgian terraces, 13th century church, colourful market square, heritage trail, country stores, and antique shops that provide lots to see and explore. The location also provides easy access to Carsington Water (12 miles), Alton Towers(16 miles) Dovedale Stepping Stones (3 miles), and Tissington village (3 miles). However, remember to leave some time aside to enjoy Chatsworth House, gardens, and a famous farm shop (16 miles). Step into the hallway which has plenty of space to store muddy boots and coats, which leads through to the spacious kitchen/diner. The cottage style kitchen offers a traditional oil fired Rayburn range cooker with hob, fridge/freezer, and dishwasher. A washing machine can be found in the utility cupboard, and there is a handy downstairs WC. Come together around the farmhouse dining table and start planning the walks for the day or watch the smart TV. Relax in the lounge after a day hiking the hills in front of the TV and electric fire with good company. There is also a ground floor bunk bedroom offering full size bunks. Head upstairs and you will find two beautiful king size bedrooms with wonderful views. There is a family bathroom with shower over the bath, and WC. Outside there is a beautiful spacious garden with a patio offering dining seating for six guests and a BBQ. There is lots of lawn space for garden games. It s a beautiful spot to sit and relax during the summer months and watch the sheep graze the surrounding fields.
Over Haddon is a small but very picturesque Peak District village, set peacefully amidst the rolling fields of the White Peak and located on a hill overlooking the beautiful Lathkill Dale. The village lies under 0.25 miles from the pretty market town of Bakewell (the home of the Bakewell pudding) and 4.5 miles to the stunning country estate of Haddon Hall. Wander through the pretty streets of Ashford in the Water (3 miles) or take a trip to Matlock and Matlock Bath (10 miles) to explore all of the independent shops, galleries and eateries. Chatsworth House and Gardens is only 6 miles and provides an unforgettable day out, don t forget to stop at the famous farm shop to stock up on some treats. Step into the entrance hall, where there s space to hang coats and store muddy boots, and wander through to the kitchen/diner. This room feels spacious with its big, vaulted ceiling and has everything you need to rustle up a hearty meal during your stay including an electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. Come together around the dining table and plan the day's activities ahead. The spacious lounge offers a lovely spot to relax after a day hiking the hills; put your feet up and relax into the comfy sofas and watch something on the Smart TV with the roaring wood burner (first basket of logs provided) crackling in the background. Take a step up into the king size bedroom with an en suite shower room with a shower and WC. There is a further twin bedroom with two single beds and, to complete the accommodation, the bathroom has a shower over the bath, a sink and WC. Heading outside, there are two seating spots with a bistro table set within the shared courtyard, or a little further away is a patio situated to make the most of the stunning views. There is even a nearby summer house with seating, offering space to unwind whatever the weather. There is off road parking for two cars.
