Dog-friendly Derbyshire

The adorably named Parsley Cottage can be found in the ever popular Peak District village of Tideswell. This stone-built, traditional end-terrace cottage is complete with a wood burner, making it warm, cosy and a perfect base from which to discover all that the Peak District National Park has to offer.
Nestled between the rugged Dark Peaks of the north, and gentle rolling dales of the south, Tideswell itself benefits from plenty of local amenities including shops, pubs serving food, cafés and annual events including a food festival, wakes week, arts festival and even its very own Last Night of the Proms. Probably best known for the large and impressive St John the Baptist Church, or the ‘Cathedral of the Peak’, Tideswell is surrounded by stunning scenery and glorious countryside and there are a number of other Peak District towns and villages within easy reach. These include Litton, 5 minutes’ drive, Eyam, 10 minutes’ drive, and Castleton, Bakewell and Buxton, all 20 minutes’ drive. The magnificent historic houses of Chatsworth Estate and Haddon Hall can also be reached in around 20 minutes, Matlock and Ashbourne in about 40 minutes, and for those thrillseekers, Alton Towers in under an hour. Shop 350 yards, pub and restaurant 70 yards.
Parsley Cottage can be booked together with Nutmeg Cottage (ref UK4080), located 100 yards away, to accommodate up to 8 guests.

Netherwood is an idyllic, spacious apartment, renovated with guests’ comfort and enjoyment in mind. Finished to a good standard this wonderful accommodation really will not disappoint anyone who visits. Situated in a prominent position within the stunning Peak District National Park, Netherwood offers its guests two spacious bedrooms, one with an en-suite bathroom, a cosy living room and a light and airy kitchen/dining room which leads onto the garden area, ideal for your morning cup of tea.
Located in the heart of Bakewell, famous for its Bakewell pudding and a local weekly market, the town provides a great base to explore this fantastic area and its many attractions. Fabulous walks, trails, golfing, rock climbing and much, much more are all within easy reach. Explore the many historic houses such as Chatsworth, Haddon and Hardwick Hall to mention but a few. Impressive caverns in nearby Castleton and Little John’s Grave in Hathersage are also well worth a visit. There is plenty to do for walkers and cyclists, with the Monsal Trail on the doorstep. Golf and fishing available nearby. Netherwood really is a superb base to enjoy all this wonderful area has to offer at any time of the year. Shop, pub and restaurant 200 yards.

Distinguished and distinctive best describes Haddon Villa. This beautiful, detached period property has been renovated in 2018 to a very high standard with sympathetic use of fabrics and furnishings throughout, with a mix of traditional features and contemporary style. Standing proudly just across the road from a large park with children’s play area, this is a fabulous location in a fabulous town. The interior of this property boasts a large living room with a wood burner, alongside another cosy snug area with Freesat TV to escape to. The kitchen is fully equipped, and the large grand dining room really is the perfect place to celebrate with family and friends. All of the bedrooms have been decorated and renovated to make the most of the space within this property. Outside, you can enjoy an enclosed seating area along with a lawn area.

Sitting within the famous town of Bakewell, you will find walks straight from the doorstep. This really is a wonderful base for a variety of activities whether it be walking, cycling or visiting nearby stately homes such as Haddon Hall and Chatsworth House and Estate. Alternatively, enjoy having a stroll around Bakewell’s weekly Monday market, shops, tea shops, restaurants and pubs.

Both the rugged Dark Peak and the softer limestone White Peak are within easy reach, and Alton Towers, Britain’s premier theme park, is only a short drive away. The impressive caverns in nearby Castleton and Little John’s burial place in Hathersage are also well worth a visit. Haddon Villa really is a wonderful place to enjoy a holiday at anytime of the year! Shop, pub and restaurant 500 yards.

Set in the most fabulous elevated position, Rock Cottage really is a hidden gem in the very heart of the Peak District National Park. Located in the picturesque village of Birchover, with its scattering of inviting village pubs, this comfortable, detached cottage certainly has a lot to offer its guests. Wonderful accommodation and views really do make Rock Cottage a lovely place to stay.

There are many trails which start straight from the front door, an ideal opportunity to park the car, put the car keys away and just relax! Birchover is a historic village within easy reach of Matlock and Matlock Bath, and local to Chatsworth House and many other historic attractions. The charming market town of Bakewell is also close by as is Haddon Hall and its beautiful gardens. Based in the Peak District National Park, Rock Cottage really is a great base from which to explore the beauty of the region’s peaks, dales, rivers, cycle trails and network of footpaths. Shop and restaurant 1 mile, pub 500 yards.

Wyedale is a spacious detached property accommodating up to 12 guests, and has been lovingly converted into a wonderful holiday home. Who could ask for a better location for your holiday than in the market town of Bakewell, famous for its Bakewell Pudding which can be found in many of the local shops. With each of the five bedrooms offering en-suite facilities, and two of which benefit from being on the ground floor, this fantastic property is ideal for less mobile guests. The large inviting living room can be found on the ground floor, as well as the well-equipped kitchen with all you need to cook up a tasty family meal. The property also benefits from having its own games room, complete with a pool table and 7 foot table tennis top which can be placed on top of the pool table to convert it into table tennis, perfect for children and adults alike. Outside there is a large patio with garden furniture, ideal for dining al fresco.
Ideally situated opposite the Bakewell recreation ground, the property is perfect for families. Bakewell is a popular market town in the heart of Derbyshire, offering a wide selection of shops, restaurants and pubs, and even a local farmers market where you can buy locally sourced produce. Chatsworth House and Estate and Haddon Hall can both be found nearby, and make a wonderful day for everyone to enjoy. The Monsal Trail is also close by and is ideal for walking, cycling and horse riding, and starts in Bakewell and will take you to the outskirts of Buxton. The beautiful Hope Valley in Matlock, has cable cars which will take you to the Heights of Abraham. Shop, pub and restaurant ½ mile.

Everton is a spacious, stone-built, semi-detached cottage in the heart of the Peak District National Park. Positioned just a short walk from Bakewell town centre with many pubs, restaurants, coffee shops, and directly opposite the Bakewell recreation ground. Bakewell itself is an attractive market town, and the historic stately homes of Chatsworth House and Estate and medieval Haddon Hall can be reached in around 10 minutes’. The traffic-free Monsal Trail, ideal for walking, cycling and horse riding, starts in Bakewell and will take you to just outside Buxton. The beautiful Hope Valley, Matlock, with its cable car to the Heights of Abraham, and Ashbourne can all be reached in under half an hour.

This beautiful, semi-detached, stone-built barn conversion offers luxury, spacious accommodation surrounded by spectacular scenery in the rural Peak District village of Earl Sterndale. Full of character, with impressive beamed vaulted ceilings, exposed stone walls, two separate staircases to the first floor and superb gardens which benefit from stunning, far reaching countryside views, the property is perfect for any group occasion. Popular with walkers and cyclists, the village is home to a local pub which is just a stone’s throw from the property and has been established for over 400 years. Due to the area being sheep country, there is no access to the surrounding fields.
Nearby Longor, 2 miles, has additional local facilities including a couple of traditional pubs, a cafe and fish and chip shop all set around the historic, cobbled market square. The market town of Buxton, famous for its spring water, diverse architecture and iconic opera house, is around 15 minutes away, and the ever popular Bakewell, home to the magnificent historic houses of Chatsworth and Haddon Hall, is around 20 minutes away. Finally, the UK’s premier theme park, Alton Towers, can be reached in around half an hour. Shop 2¼ miles, pub 175 yards, restaurant 1½ miles.

This truly delightful, terraced, natural stone-built cottage is enviably located in the picturesque village of Great Longstone in the Peak District. As soon as you walk through the stable door, you will appreciate all the thought and expertise that has gone into making this a beautiful, interior-designed, chocolate box cottage. Oak floors and exposed stone walls add to the character of this cottage, not too mention the wood burner to curl up by. From the impressive open plan living space, French windows look out onto a wild flower meadow, truly bringing the outside in! The delightful garden and patio area provide a lovely spot for a relaxing drink, or perhaps some alfresco dining after a busy day exploring.
The pretty Derbyshire village of Great Longstone is set in a wonderful location in the heart of the Peak District National Park. The village is flanked by Longstone Edge, with Bakewell and Chatsworth House close by. There are two traditional village pubs, a shop, 18th-century stone cottages and a market cross that is situated on the delightful village green. The Monsal Trail runs through the village and provides 8½ miles of scenic, traffic-free walking and cycling, with the spectacular viaduct at nearby Monsal Head and several tunnels along the route to keep the whole family interested.
Just down the road lies the picture postcard village of Ashford-in-the-Water, which boasts medieval Sheepwash Bridge, once a major crossing point over the River Wye for packhorses delivering mail from Derby. The nearby, renowned market town of Bakewell, which can be accessed via the Monsal Trail, offers a variety of shops, restaurants and pubs, together with frequent, local farmers’ markets. Take a stroll along the river bank to feed the ducks and geese, and see the ‘love locks’ on the foot bridge.
The spa town of Buxton, with its Opera House, is also within driving distance. You could also visit the many stately homes in the area, including iconic Chatsworth House, Haddon Hall and Hardwick Hall, or take a trip to the World Heritage Site of the Richard Arkwright Mills in Cromford. With the impressive castle and caverns at Castleton close by, you will be spoilt for choice of things to do at this fantastic location. Shop, pub and restaurant 500 yards.

Pear Tree Cottage wraps its arms around you as soon as you enter the cosy beautifully furnished living room, not to mention the characterful kitchen! Enjoying an idyllic, elevated position in a peaceful corner of Wirksworth town, guests can enjoy the various amenities on offer in this pretty Peak District market town. From shops to restaurants, this little town, rightly called ‘the Gem of the Peak’ is nestled amidst the beauty of the surrounding landscape. There are various local pubs which provide an excellent stop after walking the Peaks. Outside is a delightful private garden, where you can enjoy the sunny seating area, which makes for a peaceful retreat after a long day exploring all that the wonderful Peak District has to offer.
The area around Pear Tree Cottage is called ‘The Puzzle Gardens’ and has the feel of a Cornish fishing village - a random patchwork of houses and gardens removed from traffic and noise. Visitors will enjoy exploring the ancient ‘jitties’ and courtyards of the Puzzle Gardens, or sitting on the bench in front of the cottage, with a drink, to take in its character.
Wirksworth is a small, charming market town situated just a few miles from Matlock, on the edge of the White Peak. It is full of character with many buildings of architectural interest, including its magnificent parish church. Independent shops sit alongside the deli, butchers, and bakers, with a strong local food ethic. Visitors will enjoy the Heritage Centre and the delightful surrounding countryside including nearby Carsington Water, Black Rocks, and the High Peak Trail. Rock climbing and cycling can be enjoyed here at every level, and there are good walking routes all around. Well dressing is unique to Derbyshire, and Wirksworth combines this tradition with a lively carnival in May, and a leading rural annual arts festival in September, showcasing contemporary art and international performers of every kind. With an art deco independent cinema and a range of places to eat there is plenty to keep you entertained. The town offers a leisure centre with a climbing wall and a small trainer swimming pool, an Eco Centre, and the Mount Cook Adventure Centre. The weekly market and monthly farmers’ market provide local produce and crafts. Beautiful Chatsworth House and Haddon Hall are within easy reach, as well as Matlock Bath, with its spectacular cable car, the Ecclesbourne Valley Railway and Gulliver’s Kingdom. Only 2 miles away, the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site in Cromford is not to be missed. In all, Wirksworth is a great location for a varied holiday, with shops, pubs, and restaurants 500 yards away.
There is on road parking available nearby close to a short steep path leading up to the cottage providing a peaceful oasis with beautiful views over the town and surrounding area.

This attractive, limestone, detached barn conversion is set in the heart of the small, picturesque, Peak District hamlet of Foolow. Offering a wealth of period features, the property can be found behind the neatly sculptured village green, complete with an ancient cross and duck pond, which provides the centrepiece to the village. Surrounded by the rolling hills of the Peak District National Park, the area is a paradise for walkers, and the local pet-friendly pub which is good to return to, provides good traditional food and drinks. Nearby, Eyam village, only 2 miles away, is home to further local amenities, and the ever popular market town of Bakewell, with its generous selection of shops, pubs and restaurants, is just 5 miles away.
Centrally located within the Peak District National Park, Chatsworth House and Haddon Hall can be reached in around 20 minutes, with further popular towns and villages such as Castleton, Hathersage, Buxton and Hartington just half an hour away. Shop 3½ miles, pub and restaurant 65 yards.