Dog-friendly Derbyshire
Explore the moors and hills of the Peak District, Derbyshire is home to a number of wonderful walkies for you to enjoy with your best furry friend.
- Alport, EnglandTake a beautiful Peak District National Park setting, just 3½ miles from Bakewell, add a historic hall (first recorded in the Domesday Book), and an ancient cluster of listed buildings converted to form superb holiday cottage accommodation, and the result is the captivating blend that is Harthill Hall.
Nestling in 14 acres of grounds on an upland called Priest’s Hill with excellent walking available from the doorstep, the properties have the use of an extensive range of leisure facilities including an indoor heated swimming pool, sauna, solarium and treatment rooms. Noble names have woven the threads of the hall’s long history including Henry de Ferrers, the Cokaynes and the Harthills. Henry VIII is also believed to have stayed at the hall.
It was here in 1259 that Sir Richard de Hartle was issued a Papal Bull by Pope Alexander II, allowing him to appoint his own chaplain. The chapel ceased its functions as a place of worship in 1546 and now takes the form of The Chapel and Hartle Cottage. The eight cottages are furnished with antiques and surround a medieval cobbled courtyard. They all retain a wealth of original features including thick stone walls, large oak beams, mullion windows and flagstone floors. Derbyshire’s bustling market towns, villages, hills, dales and rivers offer majestic scenery, and a rich variety of customs. Boasting a varied and beautiful landscape, they offer a blend of heritage, history and family attractions.
The beautiful market town of Bakewell (3½ miles) is situated on the River Wye, crossed by a 13th-century five-arched bridge which has coffee shops and restaurants. Within easy reach are Matlock, Hall Leys Park, Chesterfield, Alfreton and Buxton. National Trust properties and gardens nearby include Riley Graves, Longshaw, Mam Tor, South Peak, Dovedale, Hardwick Hall and Kedleston Hall. Close by are both Chatsworth House and Haddon Hall. Golf and horse riding are available within 5 miles. Shop 3½ miles, pub 1 mile.£197From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Matlock, EnglandSituated in the pretty and popular Peak District village of Birchover, this stunning Grade II* listed, detached, Georgian house boasts great views over the local countryside and provides the perfect base to relax and enjoy this beautiful corner of England.
Bradley Hall, built in 1774, has retained many of its original features including fireplaces, flagstone and wooden floors, mullion windows and shutters. The ground floor comprises a kitchen/pantry with a gas range cooker and the dining room has a dining table to seat eight comfortably. A south-facing garden completes this lovely historic property, and also makes the ideal place for relaxing with a glass of wine or al-fresco dining in the warm, balmy summer evenings, since there also an outdoor table seating eight guests where you can dine in style. There is also a decked area complete with 8-seater hot tub and fire pit/pizza oven.
The village is ringed by rocks and tors and is set in one the of the most stunning parts of the Peak District, with two excellent pubs. Fantastic walking can be found from the doorstep and for nature lovers, there are great spots for birdwatching in the surrounding areas. For days out, the magnificent stately homes, including the beautiful Chatsworth House (8 miles) and Haddon Hall (4 miles) are an absolute must see, whilst a little further afield, but well worth a visit is Hardwick Hall (National Trust). For water sport enthusiasts, Carsington Water is within easy reach, with sailing, wind-surfing and canoeing all available.£192From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Sheldon, EnglandThis holiday cottage is spacious, yet intimate, and commands beautiful views of the countryside surrounding the peaceful village of Sheldon, only 3 miles from the market town of Bakewell. The oldest part of the cottage dates from 1800 and has been converted skilfully into a living room with tasteful furnishings, original beams, exposed stone walls and a large fireplace with a multi-fuel burner. There is a large dining area adjacent to the living room and a kitchen which leads into a south-facing conservatory, ideal for breakfast and relaxing. There is a downstairs toilet and utility area. Upstairs has three large double bedrooms (two with en-suite showers) and a bathroom. One of the bedrooms has a 6ft zip and link bed which can be used as a double bed or two single beds. The cottage has Sky TV and wi-fi internet access. Only a few steps from the main cottage is a games room and studio apartment. The large, heated games room has a pool table and table tennis table as well as a drying room for wet clothes and boots. Above the games room is the studio with sitting room and a double bedroom with en-suite. The sitting room has a sofa bed (for alternative sleeping only) and a TV. The cottage stands in an enclosed garden which has driveway parking for four vehicles, flower beds and two lawns. The larger lawn overlooks the nearby fields and hills, and is ideal for ball games. It adjoins a stone-flagged patio area with a built-in barbecue and outside table and chairs. Sheldon has a pub close to the cottage which is friendly and provides good food. The village is within easy reach of Bakewell and Ashford-on-the-Water, and is an excellent starting point for walking, exploring the countryside and visiting Chatsworth, Haddon Hall, The Heights of Abraham in Matlock Bath, the caves around Castleton and many other attractions in the Peak District. Shop 1 mile, pub 100 yards.£188From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Milton, EnglandFormerly part of the Foremark Hall Estate and on the edge of the National Forest, these three Grade II listed properties date from 1752. They enjoy a peaceful rural holiday location with excellent local walks and great views of the Grade I listed Foremark Hall, a Georgian-Palladian country house. Foremark Threshing Barn is a beautifully converted spacious barn with a full height atrium style dining area displaying the original roof timbers and galleried landing. From here, full width French windows lead to a large garden which features a paved patio area with garden furniture and a barbecue. Repton Cottage is named after the nearby village of Repton, the historic capital of Mercia. Burdett’s Cottage is named after the Burdett family whose ancestral home was Foremark Hall next door. Featuring cosy living rooms with wood burning stoves and exposed timbers, the traditional brick cottages of Repton and Burdett’s make perfect rural holiday retreats. Shop and pub 1 mile.£186From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Derby, EnglandA wonderful, large family home lying in Milton, near Repton, in Derbyshire. Hot tub. Snooker room. Five bedrooms. Very large garden. Burton upon Trent 6.3 miles; Derby 10.2 miles; Birmingham 36.6 miles.£183From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Barrow upon Trent, EnglandThese large attractive properties, situated in the grounds of the owner’s home, are just off a track in peaceful countryside, yet close to many amenities. Stenson Hill Farm can accommodate the largest family party, with own snooker room and attractive conservatory providing the dining area for the whole party and a lawned garden and large patio, whilst Stenson Lodge accommodates the slightly smaller group and has an attractive lawned garden overlooking the owner’s aviary with exotic birds. Both enjoy views over surrounding farmland and boast built-in barbecues. There are many attractions around with Calke Abbey and Derby with its theatres, clubs and restaurants within a 15 minute drive, whilst Ashbourne and Dovedale are 15 miles. Well worth a day out for any family or group are Matlock Bath, 20 miles, Alton Towers, 22 miles and Chatsworth House and Haddon Hall, a comfortable drive away. This property can be booked together with Stenson Hill Farm (ref 16165) to accommodate up to 34 guests. Shop and pub within ½ mile.£178From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Glossop, EnglandModern, detached house in the Derbyshire town of Glossop. En-suite bedrooms. Open-plan living. Near Peak District National Park.£176From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Ashbourne, EnglandDoves Nest is a wonderful property located just outside of Ashbourne’s town centre, the perfect location to explore the town and all it has to offer whilst being able to return to this quiet nest come the end of the day. Ashbourne has a good selection of independent and high street shops, supermarkets, leisure centres, bars and restaurants to be enjoyed, as well as being one of the best locations in the Peaks for walking and cycling.
Just a short drive from the house is Dovedale, known famously for its unique feature of stepping stones across the River Dove, where you can take a fantastic walk to Ilam and across Thorpe Cloud where your views are stunning, the Tissington Trail also has a great route and perfect for cycling, as well as Carsington Water which is an 8-mile stretch around the reservoir which also offers many water sports. Alton Towers is a keen favourite for holidaymakers staying in Ashbourne as it is just a short 15-minute drive away to adrenaline fun. There are plenty of options here for all the family and friends to ensure you are all making memorable moments together.
Doves Nest offers modern and spacious accommodation for up to ten guests. On the ground floor is an open plan kitchen/dining room with bi-fold doors opening out into the extensive garden making a great hub for you to gather and enjoy your social time. There is also a separate utility room, great for storing boots or any clothes that could get mucky ambling those Peak District hills. There is a comfortable lliving room at the front of the house with bay windows and a Smart TV, and a downstairs separate toilet. The first floor offers four double bedrooms; the master has an en-suite shower room and there is a family bathroom with shower over bath. On the second floor the final double bedroom is located with an en-suite shower room (please note as this room is built into the loft there is restricted ceiling height but it is light and private all the same). There is underfloor heating throughout the property and solar panels placed on the roof. The garden has been lawned and manicured beautifully with a patio area and seating directly outside the kitchen/dining room diner. Doves Nest is the perfect Peak District retreat. Pub and restaurant ¾ mile.£176From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Buxton, EnglandSilkstone Crescent is a four bedroom detached property located in this sought after development. It offers easy and modern living perfect as a base for you and your family to enjoy the Peaks. On the ground floor there is a garage, toilet, dining room, lounge and a kitchen fully equipped with all you should need for the duration of your stay. On the first floor there are four bedrooms made up of a single, one double, bunk bed and a master double with en-suite walk-in shower. There is also a family bathroom with bath and shower. Outside there is parking for two cars and an enclosed lawned garden with patio area.
This holiday home is located a short drive from Buxton’s town centre, in the village of Harpur Hill, which has a shop, chip shop, good pub serving home made food and great ales and a convenient trail route for a brisk 45 minute walk. Buxton’s town centre has a variety of restaurants serving different cuisines, independent shops and cafés plus it is home to Buxton’s Opera House with shows on weekly, and the Pavillion Gardens which is lovely to walk around in the afternoon. Further afield you can visit Castleton and check out the caverns by boat, explore other towns such as Ashbourne, Bakewell and Matlock, visit Chatsworth House and soak in some history or take a stroll on the nearest well known route, the High Peak trail which has pubs and ice cream stops en route.£172From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Bakewell, EnglandA fantastic five-bedroom detached house resting in Bakewell, Derbyshire. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. Chatsworth 9.7 miles; Matlock 8.6 miles; Buxton 13.4 miles.£170From price per night based on 7 night stay