Dog Friendly Hotels Peak District

Commanding panoramic views over beautiful countryside, this superbly converted barn also enjoys a truly comfortable and lovely, contemporary interior. Quiet and secluded, it lies beside the owners’ farm, just 1 mile from a village ’real ale’ pub and shop. There are fine restaurants nearby and good shopping in Wirksworth is just 3 miles, as are Carsington Lake’s splendid water sports facilities, cycle trail and fishing. Heights of Abraham and Gulliver’s Kingdom 5 miles, Chatsworth 10 miles, Alton Towers 20 miles.

This delightful cottage can be found on the edge of the Peak District in the picturesque village of Cutthorpe, down a private country lane on the owner’s non-working farm of 2 acres. Green Farm is surrounded by fields, woodland, footpaths and bridleways with direct access to the Linacre Reservoirs and Holmebrook Country Park. Tawny Owl Barn is a beautifully converted stone barn, situated over two floors, retaining many original features. The ground floor lays claim to a cosy living room complete with a warming wood burner, leather sofas, exposed stone walls and wooden beams. There is also a fully-equipped kitchen/dining room, a great social space with a large dining table so you can have a home cooked meal with all the family, as well as a single bedroom with an oak sliding barn door. Head upstairs where you will find two en-suite bedrooms with varnished, natural wooden floors, one with a double bed and one with twin beds. Double glazed and centrally heated throughout, this barn is perfect for families and groups all year round.
Outside, there is a fully enclosed private garden with a patio table and chairs, a barbeque and views over open countryside. There is a gate giving access to the fully enclosed hot tub (which is available all year for an additional charge, payable locally). This also includes the supply of additional towels and dressing gowns. We have a one acre paddock to exercise your dog in. Up to two well behaved dogs.
Cutthorpe has two pubs within walking distance that are dog friendly and serve food. It has a pretty village green and benefits from panoramic views over Chesterfield with its famous crooked spire. The village is located on the edge of the Peak District National Park, yet is only 3 miles from The popular market town of Chesterfield. Its perfect location allows you to explore historic houses, walking, cycling and visiting the tourist towns of Bakewell, Matlock, Castleton, Buxton, Eyam and Hathersage. If its stately homes, castles and gardens you would like to visit, the magnificent Chatsworth House is only 10 minutes drive away; the grounds and house will provide a full day out. Within 30 minutes you can also visit Packwood house, Bolsover castle, Renishaw hall, Haddon hall and Hardwick hall.

For those that are more active, there are numerous options varying from local walks from your door, to more adventurous walks in the Peak District. Cyclists are also well catered for with a variety of road and off road tracks and trails. Additionally there is shooting, canoeing, horse riding, go ape, abseiling, climbing, fishing and golf all available nearby. Alternatively you can just relax and enjoy the tranquillity that Green Farm offers. The nearest shop is 2 miles, café 1½ miles, post office, doctors are all available locally.
Tawny Owl Barn (ref 18220) can be booked together with the Old Cow Shed (ref UKC2608) and The Pig Sty (ref W44184) to accommodate up to 11 guests.

A beautiful, detached stone-built cottage resting in Castleton, Derbyshire. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. Garden. Hope 2.7 miles; Buxton 10.3 miles; Bakewell 12.7 miles.

A lovely detached cottage situated in Milford, near Duffiled, in Derbyshire. En-suite. Off-road parking. Enclosed garden. Secure bike storage. Belper 1.9 miles; Matlock 12.2 miles; Ashbourne 12.5 miles.

Silcrest is an outstanding, semi-detached stone-built cottage in the picturesque village of Baslow. It is wonderfully appointed and many of the original features have been upheld, creating a fantastic feeling throughout, ideal for families and friends to get together and discover all that this amazing area within the tranquil and stunning Derbyshire Dales countryside has to offer. Enter into the welcoming entrance hall with original oak latched door, which leads to an open plan dining\kitchen area with a designer kitchen providing everything that you will need for some delicious home cooking, with shaker-style dining table comfortably seating six. The cosy living room with comfortable sofas and a coal effect fire in an original local stone hearth, makes a lovely place to chill out in the evening. The cottage boasts three bedrooms and a bathroom. The large sunroom to the side of the house is also ideal for the dogs to eat and sleep in. The utility room has a washing machine and extra space for drying wet clothes and outdoor wear, also an ideal area to take off your boots after a long day exploring. Outside and to the front is a pretty country garden, whilst to the rear is a charming enclosed garden which is a fabulous spot for some al fresco dining with French doors opening directly from the kitchen/dining room. Silcrest has really thought of everything, even offering a dog washing station outside for those muddy little paws!
Nestling on the northern fringe of Chatsworth Park, the attractive village of Baslow is close to some of the Dark Peak’s most dramatic scenery. Baslow lies on the banks of the River Derwent and is home to cafés and restaurants including a Michelin-starred restaurant. It’s conveniently located and is very popular with visitors keen to explore nearby Chatsworth, Haddon Hall, Bakewell and the Monsal Trail. This is an excellent base for walking and exploring some of the area’s finest countryside, including its famous gritstone edges, such as Baslow, Curbar and Froggatt - all boasting breathtaking views across surrounding hills, valleys and moorland. Close by you will find Bakewell an attractive little market town retaining a delightful rural atmosphere and offering a good selection of shops, restaurants and pubs, as well as local farmers’ markets. There is an old 17th century market hall in the town centre and a modern leisure centre with swimming pool nearby. 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. There are many stately homes to visit including Chatsworth House, Haddon Hall and Hardwick Hall, to, mention just a few, while the impressive caverns in nearby Castleton and Little John’s burial place in Hathersage are also well worth a visit. Take a trip to Buxton and visit the impressive Edwardian Opera House, designed by Frank Matcham, who also designed the London Palladium. Shop 400 yards, Pub 800 yards and restaurant 50 yards.

A superb two-bedroom bungalow resting on the outskirts of Dronfield, near Chesterfield, Derbyshire. Family-friendly. Large partially enclosed garden. Dog friendly. Peak District. Bakewell 12.8 miles; Matlock 13.2 miles.

Situated in the picturesque and historic town of Buxton this holiday home sits in a row of stone terraces with a wonderful rear decked seating area to relax on with a glass of something cold. A terrific location for those who want to spend the day in open countryside but also like the facilities of the town centre in the evenings. Step into this charming cottage which combines traditional character with contemporary design and provides all the you need for a restful stay. Step into the entrance hallway where there is space for hanging coats and room for shoes or walking boots. Head through to the comfortable living room where you can relax in front of the gas wood burner and watch your favourite programme on the TV. The kitchen has a light and airy feel with all the mod cons you could wish for and a dining area to enjoy, from here you can access the fabulous outside decking area. The first floor bathroom has a shower over bath, there are two bright and airy bedrooms one double and one single to enjoy on this floor. Take the stairs to the second floor and you will find the generous master suite with kingsize bed and fabulous views!
Just 100 yards away is a footpath from where you can walk up to Solomon’s Temple, Buxton Country Park with ’Go Ape’, Pooles Cavern and a tea room within walking distance.
Buxton is a real festival town and the cottage’s great location puts you in a ideal location to enjoy its summer carnivals and many musical and theatrical events. Situated within very easy walking distance of all the Buxton International Festival and Fringe venues, it is short walk from Buxton Opera House. Buxton is surrounded by the beautiful Derbyshire countryside and lies less than a mile from the Peak National Park. The more adventurous can enjoy cycling, rock climbing and gliding. Visit Chatsworth and Haddon Hall, and the National Trust’s Hardwick Hall, all of which have starred in the BBC period dramas and historical films. And if ever you do get a yearning for the big city, there’s always Manchester, just an hour away on the train. Really, what more could you want?

This generously sized semi-detached property can be found in Hazel Grove, close to the Cheshire/Derbyshire boarder on the edge of the beautiful Peak District National Park. Benefiting from off road parking and a secure south facing patio, the location is convenient with a good selection of shops, restaurants, pubs, and bars all within easy walking distance. Hazel Grove benefits from its own train station, which is a 15-minute walk away, and offers a direct service to the wonderful spa town of Buxton (40 mins) in one direction or the bright lights of Manchester city centre (25 mins) in the other. For those with children or pets Torkington Park is a 10-minute walk and home to ‘The Secret Garden’ together with recreational facilities including football pitches and tennis courts.
The National Trusts Lyme Park is around a 10-minute drive away, and both Hazel Grove (0.7 miles) and Stockport (1.7 miles) golf courses are easily accessible. Cycle trails such as the traffic free Middlewood Way and Sett Valley Trail can be picked up locally and by car you can reach the Peak District National Park in a mere 10 minutes. Other nearby towns and villages include New Mills (15 mins) which is home to the fabulous Torrs Riverside Park and Millenium Walkway, and Bramall (10 mins) where you will find dozens of trendy bars, restaurants, and the beautiful Bramall Park & Hall. Hayfield is a mere 20-minute drive where you can hike to the highest point in the Peak District, Kinder Scout, and the beautiful villages of Edale and Castleton are just half an hour.

Acacia Lodge is situated on the meadow, overlooking the marina waters with a full-sized double veranda, facing south and west to ensure both day and evening sun. The interior is furnished with oak and leather furniture and has 3 bedrooms with three single beds and a double bedroom that has access to its own large shower and en-suite facilities, and with a baby travel cot. The lodge is approached by a tarmac footpath with a slight incline, thereby removing the need for any steps to access the Lodge or veranda. There is a TV in each room and ipod clock radio for your use. Also, there is a smart DVD player/recorder with internet Wi-Fi for your enjoyment (Wi-Fi codes sold separately), and a 3D 42” TV.
The living/dining/kitchen room includes all the usual appliances, with the added benefit of a separate washing machine and dryer. Acacia Lodge is wheelchair accessible with toilet aids and shower seat and meets National Accessible Scheme M2 - Typically suitable for a person with restricted walking ability and for those who may need to use a wheelchair (please note, the en-suite shower room will not fit a wheelchair). Also, on offer for use around the marina is a wheelchair.
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. 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 designed lodge, what more could you ask for?