Dog-friendly Derbyshire

Take 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.

Buntingfield Farmhouse is set within the owners beautifully kept livery yard in a rural location set in the Peak District in Derbyshire. The property has been skilfully renovated and offers guests luxury accommodation throughout. The property boasts quality furnishings, decor and equipment in every room. Wake up in the large master bedroom with its own dressing room and en-suite to amazing views from the picture-perfect bedroom windows. The second bedroom also offers guests a relaxing place to rest your head. The garden is the perfect place to put your feet up and enjoy the pretty cottage where you can relax with your morning coffee with views over the nearby fields and hills. Benefiting from a stunning open plan living space, it offers guests the chance to be together whilst cooking on the fantastic Aga.
If you want to leave your car for a rest, walks can be enjoyed directly from the door with many public footpaths right on the doorstep. The small, rural village of Ashover is peacefully situated in the Amber Valley, just 5 miles from Matlock. The village has several good pubs, including one of the oldest pubs in the Peak District and another which offers home brewed Ashover ales. The county town of Matlock, a former spa town, offers a host of fine eating places, good shops and an interesting museum, whilst at the heart of the town, Hall Leys Park provides a lovely setting for a host of recreational activities such as bowls, tennis and boating.
Enjoy a thrilling day at Gulliver’s Kingdom, with its owl maze, water gardens, nature trails, exhilarating rides and cable car trips over the magnificent Matlock Gorge. Follow the High Peak Cycle Trail, explore the lovely market town of Bakewell, famous for the Bakewell pudding or visit the elegant Chatsworth House and Hardwick Hall where it all started for the Cavendish family. There is certainly plenty to see and do at this wonderful location.

Red Robin Cottage is a charming, two-bedroom cottage, perfect for couples or a small family. On the ground floor, you’ll find a delightful living room with TV and an electric wood fire effect, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The fully equipped kitchen boasts modern amenities, ensuring you have everything you need for cooking delicious meals during your stay, there’s also a large dining table where you can enjoy your meals together. On the first floor you have a kingsize bedroom featuring a TV, along with a twin bedroom. The bathroom offers both a bath and a shower cubicle, providing convenience and comfort for your stay. Step out from the kitchen into the generously sized, lawned, enclosed garden with comfortable furniture which makes it an excellent spot to relax and soak in the fresh air. The property provides driveway parking for one car, with additional street parking available if needed.
There is ample to do in the area to make your stay fun filled and memorable. Take a stroll through the local nature reserve, visit Chesterfield town centre known for its iconic crooked spire, where you can enjoy shopping and cafés. The Peak District is home to Chatsworth House, a magnificent stately home with stunning gardens and beautiful art collections; it is a must visit for history and architecture enthusiast. There are many different walks to be enjoyed around the entirety of the Peak District. Through the fields alongside unused railway tracks and hilly trails, there’s plenty of countryside to see along the way whichever route you take. You can easily fill your time in Derbyshire with activities to suit all your party with the knowing of having Red Robin Cottage to return to at the end of the day to relax and unwind in comfort.

Situated in a beautiful quiet courtyard in the quaint village of Over Haddon you will find The Old Stables, a beautiful converted barn ideal for up to four guests. The former farm building was once owned by the Prime Minister Lord Melbourne, to whom Queen Victoria was very close to, and sits adjacent to the owner’s home, Manor Farm, a medieval Grade II listed manor house which dates back to 1553. The Old Stables is one of six dotted around this stunning courtyard setting and has been converted to a good standard throughout. The property offers exposed beams and is full of character, really giving this holiday home a unique feel. Stable doors welcome you into the open plan kitchen and living area, and upstairs there are two bedrooms and a super bathroom complete with a spa bath.
The Old Stables is located in the very heart of the wonderful Derbyshire Peak District National Park and benefits from an elevated position with views that can be enjoyed from the master bedroom stable door. Stunning panoramic views over the countryside and Peak District are just one of the fabulous features of this property.
Over Haddon itself is a lovely village offering visitors excellent walks, a local village pub, an award winning café, and let’s not forget the nearby spectacular limestone Lathkill Dale. It is an ideal position from which to enjoy many of the wonderful attractions Derbyshire has to offer including Bakewell, which can be reached in around 5 minutes, with its independent shops, tea shops, weekly farmers’ market, and of course the Bakewell pudding shop! Nearby is the exceptional Chatsworth House and Gardens, along with medieval manor house Haddon Hall.
There is an abundance of walks straight from the front door of this wonderful property, along with further opportunities for cycling on the Monsal Trail, rock climbing and horse riding. Shop 2½ miles, pub 1 mile, restaurant 2 miles.

This heart-warming retreat is perfect for couples and families alike seeking a rural location with direct access to canal towpath and wharf. Halfway between the bustling cities of Nottingham and Derby, also an easy drive away from the wonderful Peak District National Park. The cottage, built for salt mill workers is 18th century, and its name originates from Wilne Lane which is mentioned in the Doomsday Book.
Shardlow is an unexpected delight for any unsuspecting visitor, whether emerging from the Derby conurbation in the north and finding quiet, spacious, sweeping greenery, or from the south where a signpost tells you you’re now in Derbyshire, although without the hills and dales you might have been expecting. As you spy the boats, locks, and warehouses, you might even wonder if you’ve been transported to a corner of the Netherlands, an impression that would have been even more likely if Shardlow had hung on to its windmill and more importantly in its hayday it was referred to as ‘Rural Rotterdam’ and ‘Little Liverpool’. Today Shardlow is Britain’s most complete surviving example of a canal village, much of it snuggled safely in a conservation area.
Discover the National Trust property of Kedleston Hall, Derby Museum and Art Gallery and a variety of independent shops, supermarkets, pubs, and cafés in case you fancy a spot of lunch or picking up a souvenir for your loved one’s back home. There is a rich network of footpaths that radiate from the village with undulating countryside of fields, meadows, bluebell woods and a famous cave, ideal for horse riders, hikers, runners, and cyclists. For more history and culture, visit Nottingham Castle Museum, the National Trust Grade I listed building Calke Abbey, Art Gallery and Wollaton park, as well as the ancient City of Caves. Alveston Castle is only 5 minutes away. Further afield is the beautiful Peak District National Park, home to a wonderful nature reserve such as Dovedale, ideal for all manner of walking, hiking and mountain biking opportunities. With canal side pubs, restaurants, and waterside walks straight from the door there is plenty to do at Wilne Cottage.

Burton Manor Farm Cottages is the home to beautiful self catering properties in the heart of the Peak District. All properties are pet friendly with off road parking, well presented and a variety of sizes. Enjoy rolling countryside views from the dairy farm with fresh milk provided to you upon arrival. As you come up the drive you will spot some furry neighbours which love to be visited during your stay.
A short walk into the nearest town of Bakewell where the river Derwent passes through making for a tranquil town stroll. You are a short drive from Chatsworth House where you can take in a historic experience learning about the house, the family and the blooming gardens that surround it. You are spoilt for choice with walks and trails, closely by is the Monsal Head trail or further afield is Tissington plus many many more, and if you don’t fancy taking the car out, there is plenty to explore from the doorstep.
Nearby are village pubs in Monyash, both offering tasty homemade meals and local ales. Burton Manor Farm has everything to offer to make a fantastic and memorable stay in the Peak District with you family and friends. Pub and restauant 1½ miles.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 24 guests.

Sycamore Cottage is a stunning cottage located on the edge of the quirky village of Bonsall. Walk through the garden to the front door and you will see the sunken hot tub and an enclosed courtyard with patio furniture. Step in to the kitchen, finished with a modern interior whilst still keeping the tradition of the house, there is everything you should need here to cook up your favourite meals, and a dining table to enjoy it at. The living room has a large TV and ’wood burner effect’ electric fire with a comfortable corner sofa, perfect for relaxing in the evenings. On the first floor are two double bedrooms, both with en-suite shower rooms and with lovely views down the village. One of the double rooms can be made into twin beds on request. There is plenty of roadside parking close to the cottage.
Explore the village with its unique roundabout feature and quaint pubs. There is a walk along the Limestone Way straight from your doorstep which is a route running from Bonsall to Matlock. You are a short drive from Matlock Bath which boasts the famous illuminations annually, Gulliver’s Kingdom and The Heights of Abraham. Ensure you take a visit to Chatsworth House, a fantastic estate to walk around and explore. Being located so centrally within the Peak District is one of the best features Sycamore Cottage has, and at the end of each exciting day you have a welcoming haven to return to.

The Haven Lodge is a tranquil lodge located in Mayfield, Ashbourne. You are within close proximity of a shop and the busy local pub which serves delicious home made meals. Recently transitioned into a holiday home this lodge offers cosy, self-catering accommodation for two. Made up of a living area and dining area which has comfortable sofas and TV, a kitchenette with everything you should need for your stay, a shower room and a double bedroom. Outside the property is a private and secure garden area with decking. There is a private entrance and two car parking spaces available.
Ashbourne is a fantastic town, offering an array of restaurants, pubs and cafés plus local shops. There are ample walks and trails from the town to explore, plus Alton Towers theme park being a short 15-minute drive away. The Haven is the perfect couples’ retreat to experience a little piece of tranquillity and relaxation within this great town.

Lindum Cottage is located within a highly sought-after area of the Peak District. It lies about 5 miles from Bakewell and 9 miles from Buxton in the picturesque village of Monyash, which is everything you would imagine a Derbyshire village to be, with a café, greens and a pond, as well as a local pub serving delicious home cooked meals. You are spoilt by walks and trails, whether you want a short drive out to Chatsworth or to stay close to home and head to the High Peak Trail, there are ample of options available for you. The nearest towns of Bakewell, Buxton and Ashbourne are great to explore with independent shops and cafés.
If you want to try more adventurous activities besides walking, you can take a trip to Castleton and head into the Caves or Alton Towers theme park is only a 35-minute drive. There is plenty to do for all the family to enjoy. After your fun filled day out retreat to Lindum Cottage, with its cosy atmosphere, this cottage has been loved by families for many years. This cottage has an ‘olde world’ style in some rooms with traditional finishes.
Enter the living room, which offers comfortable seating, a warming wood burner and a TV. The kitchen has all the appliances and equipment you should need to prepare your favourite meal with dining table and seating. There is the bonus of a conservatory as an alternative dining space or just to enjoy a quiet book; the conservatory has a patio door heading out to an enclosed rear garden which is private. Upstairs there is a double bedroom and a twin bedroom with family shower room. This cottage lends its hand perfectly to anyone looking for an easy, homely feeling cottage for their Peak District break.

Padfield House is located in a great area for walkers and cyclists. It sits on the Pennine Trail, Longendale Trail and is also near the Pennine Way. Backing on to a wooded area and five reservoirs, this is the perfect location for your countryside getaway. In the immediate village is a local pub within walking distance. You a just a short drive from Glossop town itself which has all the necessary amenities.
This cosy house has an open plan living space downstairs; you enter into the living area with its electric wood burner, TV, desk area, comfortable seating and a double sofa bed, which can be made up if required. Step into the kitchen/dining area and find a wonderful fitted kitchen. Upstairs are two bedrooms, one with a kingsize bed and the other with a double. Both bedrooms are light and spacious and have high quality mattresses and linen to ensure you have a good night’s sleep. Completing the accommodation is a shower room with walk-in shower. To the front of the property is a garden area with rattan furniture, and there is a small yard to the rear of the house, too, which is ideal for pets. Parking is available directly outside the house.