Dog-friendly Derbyshire

A comfortable and spacious cottage in the rural village of Wardlow, near Tideswell. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Ideal for enjoying the very best of the Peak District National Park. Tideswell 3 miles.

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.

Abbots Abode is a characteristic cottage sleeping up to six guests in two bedrooms. On the ground floor is a spacious, fully-equipped kitchen with farmhouse dining table to seat all guests, and a comfortable living room with ample seating, electric wood burner and TV. On the first floor is a family bathroom with shower over bath, a double bedroom and the second bedroom has four single beds - please note two of the single beds are up a short and secure ladder to the mezzanine, perfect for kids. There is a shared utility room on site with washing machine with hanging space to dry wet coats or boots. The property has a garden to the front with stunning views down the Peak District valley, it is a perfect spot to enjoy a morning coffee while planning your day ahead.
The views from Monks Retreat are beautiful, just a short walk away you have an extensive panorama or seven dales and can see far out into the distance to the high moorlands of Axe Edge and Kinder Scout. The Limestone Way trail runs directly through the farm so you can easily hope on to this for your first exciting Peak District walk, there are many in the area such as Monsal Trail, High Peak Trail and Tissington Trail to name a few. Local to the property is Buxton town which offers an array of restaurants, pubs and shops, as well as the famous opera house that has shows on regularly. Bakewell and Matlock are also nearby to explore, as well as Chatsworth House. After you have enjoyed a fun-filled day head down to the local pub to enjoy some local ales and home cooked food.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 12 guests.

A wonderful, three-bedroom holiday home resting in Tideswell, Derbyshire. Woodburning stove. Garden. Close to amenities. Buxton 9.1 miles; Bakewell 7.6 miles.

Superb semi-detached stable conversion in small village of Ashover. En-suite shower room, off road parking. Beautifully renovated to highest of standards. Excellent base for walking, cycling and exploring the Peak District. Matlock 5 miles.

A semi-detached, former coach house in Buxton. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Pub within 0.2 mile. Bakewell 12 miles; Matlock 21 miles.

Wheelwright’s Cottage is a charming rural retreat and offers a delightful blend of comfort, modern amenities, and picturesque surroundings. As you step inside, you’ll find a beautifully designed ground floor featuring a well-equipped kitchen, perfect for preparing delicious meals with high-end appliances and ample worktop space. Adjacent to the kitchen is a spacious dining room, where you can enjoy your meals or play games as a family. The comfortable sitting room invites relaxation with plush sofas and a cosy ambiance as well as a large wall mounted TV with Sky box. Additionally, a well-appointed bathroom completes the ground floor amenities. Moving upstairs, you’ll discover three double bedrooms, all offering zip and link beds. Each room is tastefully decorated and generously equipped, providing a serene and restful atmosphere. Wake up to countryside views and get ready for the exciting day ahead.
The lovely lawned cottage garden, adorned with vibrant flowers and lush greenery, is ideal for guests with dogs. The garden also features a charming decking area, perfect for al fresco dining, taking advantage of the gas BBQ, or enjoying a refreshing drink while soaking in the tranquil ambiance. Beyond the garden lies a pony paddock, offering a picturesque backdrop with views towards Shirley and Hollington.
The immediate surrounding area of Rodsley offers a wealth of activities and attractions to enhance your holiday experience. Lace up your walking shoes and explore the stunning countryside surrounding Rodsley along some of the many public footpaths. The walk to Osmaston through Shirley Woods is a particular beauty, and with a drink at the local pub when you get there. Nearby, the Yeaveley Estate offers countryside pursuits including clay pigeon shooting. Longford Lakes is the perfect destination for any avid angler and Wheelwright’s Cottage sits on cycle route 68, popular with cyclists. For golfers, Ashbourne and Brailsford Golf clubs are within a 5-minute drive and the renowned Kedleston Park Golf Club is 15 minutes away. At nearby Darley Moor, you will find a WW1 Tiger Moth which is available for pleasure flights from April until October.
Wheelwright’s Cottage is within a few miles of several very good gastro pubs. The owner is familiar with all of them and very happy to provide advice or help with table reservations. The market town of Ashbourne lies four miles to the west and is bustling with bars, restaurants and independent shops as well as supermarkets. Beyond Ashbourne, take a leisurely stroll along the nearby trails, such as the Tissington Trail or at Dovedale and soak in the natural beauty of the Peak District National Park. If you’re an adventure enthusiast, you’ll find plenty to do in the area. Engage in exhilarating activities such as cycling, horseback riding, or even hot-air ballooning to appreciate the breath-taking views from above. Further afield, don’t miss a visit to Chatsworth House or the stunning Heights of Abraham, a hilltop park with caves and a cable car ride. There are many eateries around this location consisting of pubs, cafés and restaurants to serve all appetites.

Buxton Holiday Home is a three-bedroom detached property, located in a quiet cul-de-sac location (once awarded Buxton’s best kept street), within walking distance of town and all amenities. Internally Buxton Holiday Home is light and airy with laminate flooring on the ground floor, perfect for walkers with muddy boots, or your four-legged friends. The large open plan living and dining area is a great size, leading to a conservatory to the rear, perfect for storing bikes and overlooks the back garden. The kitchen is well-equipped with everything you would need to make your holiday special including meal times, whether cooking is your thing preparing tasty meals or just gathering in the evenings to watch TV. The property also benefits from a downstairs toilet. The conservatory can be used for bike storage, with blinds to cover all windows. If using the cot, please bring your own bedding.
On the first floor are three bedrooms, two with double beds, one with an en-suite power shower, and a bunk bedroom makes up the third bedroom. There is a modern family bathroom with a power shower over the bath.
To the rear of the property is an east facing, private enclosed garden which is not overlooked, mainly paved and with mature borders with shrubs and flowers. There is an outside tap next to the side door perfect for washing muddy boots after a day exploring, and a driveway to the front providing off road parking for up to three vehicles.
At 300 metres above sea level, this spa town in Derbyshire is the highest elevated English market town. On the borders of Cheshire and Staffordshire, Buxton is described as ‘the gateway to the Peak District National Park’. It’s home to Poole’s Cavern, an extensive limestone cave open to the public, and St Ann’s Well, fed by the geothermal spring sold worldwide by Buxton Mineral Water Company. Also in town is Buxton Opera House, which hosts several annual festivals. There is a vast array of restaurants, pubs and bars to be enjoyed, all within walking distance. There is a train line directly behind the property, and Buxton also has a train station with trains running directly into Manchester’s Piccadilly.

Water Bailiffs Lodge is located in the tranquil backwater of the Lumsdale Valley, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with picturesque waterfalls and mill ponds dating from the Industrial Age. With superb view towards the hillsides of Matlock and Riber in the heart of the Derbyshire Dales, this property provides a relaxing get away from it all holiday experience. This west wing of a former mill owner’s home dates from the 18th century and stands in 16 acres of rolling, peaceful countryside with ample private parking for four cars, and is just a short distance from the market town of Matlock. The quiet, rural location is the perfect base from which to tour the surrounding countryside of Derbyshire and the Peak District National Park with many delightful walks right from the door of the property.
With a stylish blend of old and new throughout, the ground floor has a cosy living room with oak beams and wood burner, a well-equipped farmhouse kitchen, a reading area with sofa bed (for children under 12), a utility room and a bathroom with a corner bath. Upstairs are four rooms: a spacious master bedroom with kingsize bed; a second bedroom with double bed; and the third bedroom with a single bed and a 2ft 6in bed. An upstairs shower room completes this restored property.
Outside, visitors can enjoy the spacious open area with garden ponds and a stream. The grounds, which are shared with the neighbouring holiday cottage, are very large and provide the ideal place where you can fly kites, play ball games or just to relax on a quiet evening watching the sun set whilst enjoying a spot of alfresco dining.
Here at Water Bailiffs Lodge you have the best of both worlds: wonderful walks in the surrounding open Derbyshire countryside, and for days out, you are within close proximity to all the major tourist attractions the Derbyshire Dales have to offer. Certainly an idyllic rural retreat, yet the historic spa town of Matlock is only a mile away with its award-winning park where band concerts can be enjoyed on a Sunday summer afternoon, and where an annual Christmas Victorian market held is in December. Matlock Bath, named the little Switzerland of England, is just a couple of miles away and the famous illuminations are held here each year in September. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.
Water Bailliffs Lodge can be booked together with Waterfall Cottage (UK4027) to accommodate up to 12 guests.

Enjoy quality family time by staying in the beautiful area of the Peak District on the owner’s working livestock farm, where there is no light pollution and a great location for stargazing at night. Carr View (Ref UK36953) is one of two holiday properties finished to an extremely high standard and the owner takes great pride in ensuring you have the perfect stay. On the ground floor you will enter into the boot room, which has a neatly placed washing machine in a cupboard, kick your boots off and enter into the beautifully designed open plan kitchen which has all you need to enjoy your self-catering holiday with the dining room which has ample seating for six guests made up of chairs and a bench. The living room is very cosy with comfy sofas and an electric wood burner to bring a wonderful sense of relaxation to the room. Upstairs are three bedrooms, all with zip and link beds that can be made into twins on request, the master bedroom has a slightly larger bed and an en-suite. The family bathroom carries the same quality as the rest of the house and has been done beautifully, with walk in shower and bath.
Outside is a garden with a patio area and lawn, perfect to watch the sun rise and set. There is also a river running through the site, and a lake giving the opportunity for some cold water wild swimming!
The helpful owners, that live on-site, are on hand should you need anything, and provide luxury towels, complimentary toiletries, a welcome pack and even a Christmas tree for holidays throughout December.
There are electric car charging points just 5 minutes away in The Anglers Rest pub car park, and just 10 minutes away in the Hope village car park.
The location of this property offers seclusion with many fantastic countryside walks from the doorstep and a National Cycle Route nearby, so you wouldn’t really need to take the car. Or alternatively, a short drive into Castleton to visit the caves or venture into nearby towns of Bakewell and Buxton. Absorb the life of a working farm in the Peak District by visiting the cows, watching the lambs play and the chickens from the dining room window. This property really is the perfect base to explore the Hope Valley region of the Peak District, and close by is garden centre with café, a pottery and bike hire. Two pubs within 1 mile.