Dog Friendly Hotels Peak District

These luxurious, open plan apartments are situated on a working beef farm in the quiet hamlet of Heathcote, 2 miles from Hartington, an extremely friendly and pleasant village which has great pubs, cafés, and a very famous cheese shop! The location offers easy reach to many walks and trails and is in a great location for neighbouring towns such as Ashbourne, Buxton, Bakewell, Matlock Bath and Leek. Ensure you take the time to visit the delights Chatsworth has to offer, take your bike along the Tissington trail, and check out the famous Dovedale Steppingstones, all within a small number of miles from this base.
Heathcote Hideaway is the ground floor apartment, it offers a large open plan kitchen/diner, with everything you should need to enjoy your stay; there is a generously sized living room with comfy seating and a Smart TV. The apartment has two double bedrooms and one twin, each with en-suite shower rooms, there is a garden area for this property with a private hot tub.
Heathcote Hayloft, this is the first-floor apartment on Heathcote Grange, it offers a large open plan kitchen/diner, with everything you should need to enjoy your stay, there is a generously sized living room with comfy seating, Smart TV, and a double sofa bed for additional sleeping. The apartment has two double bedrooms, both with en-suites. There is also a balcony with a private hot tub.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 12 people.

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.

Upgraded in 2023, Lakeview has a unique location, placed perfectly on the loop of Carsington Water, a fantastic walking and cycling trail to explore. Carsington Water, aside from the walking route, offers many water sport activities and bird watching. The house is located at the end of a no through route, so it is particularly quiet, there is also a pub and shop within a mile. Lakeview is a renovated barn; it has plenty of character with original features and beams throughout as well as a quirky layout to ensure you can make the most of the views.
As you arrive at Upperfield Farm, you can’t help but notice the amazing view over the reservoir that you have from the house, the garden is at the front of the cottage and makes the perfect spot to sit down with your favourite drink and feel instantly relaxed. On the ground floor of the property is the lounge, this is a generously sized space with TV and ample seating, there are two bedrooms on this floor consisting of a bunk bed bedroom and a double bedroom, as well as a shower room. On the first floor is the open plan kitchen diner, the kitchen offers all the appliances and equipment you should need with stunning far-reaching views, there is an external door with a set of stairs so you can easily access the garden from the kitchen. The twin bedroom and main bathroom are located on the first floor as well as a dressing room.

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.

Butterfield Cottage is a quaint property located in this popular village of Tideswell. It stands out from the rest with its pink finish and easy self-catering accommodation, very much the perfect base for walkers and cyclists. Peacefully set on the edge of the village, it is a 5-minute stroll to the village centre. St Johns Church, known as the cathedral of the Peak is well worth a visit.
As you arrive step into the house to be greeted by the warm and cosy sitting room, which has comfortable seating and warming wood burner. This room is open plan with a dining area which will comfortably seat up to six guests. The kitchen is equipped with all the appliances you should need for cooking a holiday feast. Upstairs are three bedrooms; all bedrooms have been finished with high quality linen and the twin bedroom comes with an en-suite shower room. There is also a family bathroom on the first floor which has a shower over bath. Outside you have the front patio with garden furniture so you can enjoy the beautiful views across , but there is also a rear garden which has a bench, washing line and a sheltered area where you can store bikes. From the back garden there is a gate leading onto the playground and the car park.
The village of Tideswell offers so much to holiday makers, not only are you spoilt for choice in walks and trails such as the High Peak, Monsal Trail and Chatsworth but there is a great selection of different places to eat, a local Co-op for any groceries you may require plus farm shops, restaurants, cafés, pubs and chip shops. This village really does have it all and you will get a true Peak District village atmosphere when staying here. Not far from Tideswell is the nearest town of Buxton which has its famous opera house where you can book tickets to a show or have a walk around the Pavillion Gardens. The town of Bakewell is known for its puddings and tarts, so pick up a sweet treat and take a gentle stroll down the River Derwent. Matlock has views of Riber Castle and a lovely park which is great for entertaining children.

Renovated in late 2022, Top House has been finished to a fantastic standard, and is located in the village of Tideswell. You have everything you need right in the village such as cafés, a chip shop, a number of pubs and a local supermarket all just a couple of minutes’ walk away. Upon arriving at Top House, you can pull up to empty your luggage before parking your car nearby where there is ample free parking available (there is no immediate parking outside). Enter into the porch where you can hang up your coat and kick off your shoes, and then a cosy living room with comfortable seating and a lovely open fire awaits you. Step into the kitchen, which has all the appliances and equipment you should need during your stay plus a breakfast bar, and there is a back door opening on to the outside space. Here you will find a bistro set is and an outhouse which offers a hose should you need to wash your boots or pet down.
Top House is Grade II listed and really is in a great central location for exploring all the Peak District has to offer. There are many walks to explore in the rolling Peak District hills as well as cycle routes. You are within a short drive of the nearest towns, Bakewell and Buxton, which offer great parks, shops, food spots and Buxton is also home to the opera house which has theatre shows on weekly. Castleton is located around 7 miles which offers a fun day exploring the caverns via boat or take a trip to Chatsworth House to soak up its history and beautifully kept gardens.

Chapter One is a beautifully renovated townhouse in the heart of Ashbourne, oozing style and comfort.

Here you are within walking distance to a wide range and variety of restaurants, bars, pubs and shops and only several minutes from the fantastic walking route, the Tissington Trail and the famous Dovedale stepping-stones. If you are more of a thrill seeker Alton Towers theme park is a mere 15-minute drive. The townhouse sleeps six guests across three comfortable bedrooms. These consist of two double bedrooms with kingsize beds (the master has an impressive four poster bed) and a smaller bedroom with a small double bed. These are all located on the first floor along with the bathroom which has a large shower.
On the ground floor is an open plan kitchen/dining room; the kitchen is modern and light with high quality quartz work tops and handy breakfast bar, whilst the dining area has ample room around the table for all guests. The living room with cosy lighting, comfortable sofas, a Smart TV and the owners have cleverly put a private screen into the windows to protect guests from walkers passing by but still allowing natural light into the room. There is a garden to the rear of the property that has been designed beautifully with outdoor seating. Please note that the residents of the neighbouring home do have a right of way for their bins. There is unrestricted on-road parking available.

A Nordic Style 6 berth Luxury Lodge with raised veranda on 3 sides. Offering recently furnished spacious accommodation finished to a high standard, reached via wheelchair friendly access ramp from adjacent private double-parking spaces. Double width patio doors, facing Southeast for maximum sunlight, opening on to a large open plan lounge dining area with separate kitchen area. Master bedroom with luxury en-suite bath and separate shower cubicle. Further double and twin bedrooms furnished to a modern contemporary level having access to large adjacent wet room. All bedrooms and bathrooms having widened wheelchair friendly access. A wide Southwest facing end veranda positioned to make the most of the sunset over this award-winning Marina with its abundant wildlife in an attractive countryside setting. Wooden shutters to all bedroom windows add that extra luxury finish to the contemporary furnishings in this delightful holiday accommodation.

Nestled in the award-winning largest inland marina in Europe this really is the perfect base to explore all that the local area has to offer. Why not take advantage of the Boardwalk, a promenade of 6 boutique retailers, centred around a fabulous two storey bar and restaurant. From here you front onto a raised wooden walkway offering terrific views of the water, boats, and wildlife. You will also discover a sensory garden at the end of The Boardwalk to sit and relax and watch the world go by. Close by Findern is a lovely village situated about six miles west of Derby. The village green is overlooked by All Saints Parish Church where a carved semi-circular stone or ’tympanum’ discovered when the previous Norman Church was demolished in 1862, is preserved. Also close by is Willington with
its station and shops.
There are great walks in the area, and It is a great base to explore the Peak District with its market towns of Bakewell and Ashbourne, as well as its many pretty villages. Also, the National Trust properties of Calke Abbey, Kedleston Hall and Sudbury Hall with its museum of childhood are all within 10 miles. A little further is the National Trust owned Hardwick Hall, and the Duke of Devonshire’s Chatsworth Estate with its annual country fair and Adventure Farm for children. The National Memorial Arboretum and the rich heritage of Burton-on-Trent with its fantastic National Brewery Centre Museum is just down the road. You can also venture into the National Forest with the award-winning Conkers attraction just 10 miles away, plus Castle Donnington racetrack is just 20 minutes’ drive and Alton Towers is 30 minutes’ away. With so much to do and a beautifully design lodge what more could you ask for?

Monameeth bungalow has been renovated into luxury self-catering accommodation. It is located in the beautiful village of Monyash, just a short drive from its nearest towns of Bakewell and Buxton, which both offer fantastic shops, restaurants, cafés and attractions. Monyash has an excellent pub within walking distance from the property which serves great drinks along with tasty home cooked meals, the perfect stop after a day walking the trails.
Monameeth offers great garden space and parking. Enter the property from the rear porch into the large, social kitchen which has been finished to an excellent standard, and which offers everything you should need during your stay. There is also a large dining table with chairs in here to seat all guests. There is a comfortable living room, three bedrooms, one of which has an en-suite, plus there is a family bathroom. It is an excellent base to discover the Peak District National Park.

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.