Dog Friendly Hotels Peak District

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.

This attractive detached house has been lovingly furnished to a good standard and is situated in the pretty village of Clifton. On the ground floor is a cosy living room, a dining room with seating for all 6 guests and a well-equipped kitchen to rustle up your favourite family dish. Moving upstairs is the master bedroom with a kingsize bed and en-suite facilities. A further two bedrooms comprise of one with a double bed and the other with twin beds, both with a TV. A family bathroom is also conveniently situated on this floor.
This holiday property is in a great location for exploring the Derbyshire and Staffordshire Peak District, and the fabulous market town of Ashbourne, with its quirky antique shops and many bespoke coffee shops and restaurants. Ashbourne is known as the gateway to the Peak District National Park and is an ideal base to visit many attractions, including Alton Towers, 8 miles.
There are so many places to visit in the Peak District that one visit may not be enough. Interesting market towns offer very different attractions. Visit Bakewell and its museum to learn more about the Bakewell Elephant, or the spa town of Buxton with its opera house.
Castleton and its amazing show caves, Blue John mines and cliff top Peveril Castle is worth the trip, and no visit to the Peak District would be complete without a day spent at fabulous Chatsworth House and Gardens, with waterfall cascade and the Emperor Fountain reaching heights of 300ft!
Beautiful Dovedale and Tissington Cycle Trail are within 5 miles. Shop 250 yards, pub and restaurant 300 yards.

This delightful semi-detached bungalow lies in an idyllic location, surrounded by the spectacular countryside of the White Peak and close to the owner’s home, offering an ‘away from it all’ holiday retreat and is perfect for anyone who loves the great outdoors. There is an abundance of walking direct from the door, including to the sharp-edged limestone Chrome Hill and Parkhouse Hill, which as the remains of coral reefs are among the most remarkable sights of the area. The location of Booth Farm Bungalow is approached by a winding road through stunning limestone scenery and open moorland, and yet whilst rural, is just 5 miles from the Peak Park centre of Buxton. Longnor Village with its quaint cobbled market square and traditional pubs is just a 10 minute drive, and the ever popular villages of Hartington, Bakewell, Eyam and Castleton are all easily reachable in around half an hour, as are the magnificent historic houses of Chatsworth and Haddon Hall. Horse riding can be found nearby. Shop, pub and restaurant 4¼ miles.
Booth Farm Bungalow can be booked together with Booth Farm Cottage (UK4075) to accommodate up to 12 guests.

Situated just 5 yards from the River Sett and the Sett Valley Trail, in the charming High Peak village of Hayfield, this end-terrace holiday cottage is perfect throughout the summer months with its multi-tiered garden, or the winter months with its cosy wood burner. Home to plentiful pubs, shops, cafés and restaurants, Hayfield itself is overlooked by the Kinder Scout and is most famous for the backdrop from BBC’s drama ‘The Village’. Incredibly popular with walkers and cyclists, the village has a number of public thoroughfares with the beautiful Sett Valley Trail, Kinder Plateau, Pennine Way and Snake Path all easily accessible.

The surrounding area of the Peak District holds many beautiful towns and villages which are easily reached including the small picturesque village of Edale, home to the start/end of the UK’s first long distance walking path - The Pennine Way. Set in the stunning Hope Valley countryside, the rural hill village of Castleton, famous for its caverns, can be reached in half an hour and Bakewell, home to its namesake pudding and the magnificent historic houses of Chatsworth Estate and Haddon Hall, can be reached within 45 minutes’. Horse riding can also be found nearby, and for children, Hayfield Park is ¼ mile which consists of playground, zip line, skateboard ramps and a mini bike track. The nearest supermarket is 5 miles away and various supermarkets deliver. Village shop/ post office ¼ mile, pub ¼ mile on foot and restaurant ½ mile.

Fountain View Cottage is full of tradition and character, sleeping up to six guests this property offers ample self-catering accommodation for your Peak District getaway.
Within walking distance from the property, you will find multiple pubs and village shops, plus an abundance of walking routes around the Dales. Hop in the car and visit the local towns of Bakewell and Buxton, whilst also planning in a trip to Chatsworth House. The location of this property has plenty to offer whatever your interests may be.
With a unique layout, on the ground floor there is a family size kitchen with breakfast table and offering all the equipment and appliances you should need, a dining room with comfortable seating and work station area, and the ground floor inclusive of a double bedroom with a wood burner. Off from the dining room is a flight of stairs taking you to a sitting room with large TV and open coal fire. There is a separate set of stairs on the opposite side of the cottage which takes you to the two remaining double bedrooms and the shower room. Outside there is an open but private courtyard. Pub within walking distance.

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.

Originally owned by the Duke of Devonshire, this Grade II listed barn conversion is one of the oldest buildings in Buxton, dating back to the 16th-century. Full of character with exposed beams and stone, the fabulous open plan living area can be found upstairs, leaving space for 3 comfortable bedrooms all benefiting from en-suite arrangements.
Located on the site of the owners, family run bed and breakfast, the centre of Buxton is less than 1 mile from the property, which provides ample entertainment and a programme full of events. There is also a wide variety of shops, boutiques, restaurants and coffee shops, as well as the famous Opera House and Pavilion Gardens.
Buxton and High Peak Golf Club is just a stone’s throw from the property, and being surrounded by the Peak District National Park means outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy endless amounts of walking and cycling. Both Rushup Moor and the Tissington Trail are close by, and the ever popular Bakewell and beautiful honeypot village of Castleton are around 20 minutes’ drive. The stunning Hope Valley, Goyt Valley and Roman Lakes are around 30 minutes away, as are the magnificent historic houses of Lyme Park, Haddon Hall and Chatsworth House. The wonderful market towns of Ashbourne and Matlock can be reached in around a 40-minute drive and for those thrill seekers Britain’s premier theme park Alton Towers can be reached in around 50 minutes. Fishing available nearby. Shop ½ mile, pub and restaurant ¼ mile.

Lillegarth is a wonderful, 18th-century stone built cottage in the popular Hope Valley village of Bradwell, within the heart of the Peak District National Park. Originally two cottages now opened up as one, the property is full of character and charm with exposed beams, low doorways, exposed stone work and steps between rooms. In an elevated position, surrounded by extensive grounds and accessed down a narrow lane, the setting is peaceful and with views that are nothing less than spectacular. In the winter months, the gas log-effect wood burner provides a warm, cosy environment in what is a spacious property, and for the summer, the summerhouse is a perfect place to relax whilst the sun goes down and admire magnificent views. In addition there are several other outdoor seating areas all surrounded by fantastic views.

As a village, Bradwell is a picturesque, rabbit-warren of narrow lanes and tiny cottages, built up a steep hillside, and as can be seen from Lillegarth, the village is surrounded by fabulous countryside. Making an excellent base, local facilities within the village include shops, pubs and places to eat, and there are also two children’s playgrounds within the village. Bradwell amenities also include a fish and chip shop, a shop, bread shop, Post Office and a hairdressers.

The surrounding area holds a whole host of attractions including the ever popular honeypot village of Castleton, just 10 minutes away. Hathersage, also 10 minutes, is a larger village with a wealth of facilities including an open-air heated swimming pool in the summer months. The market town of Bakewell, home to the magnificent historic houses of Chatsworth and Haddon Hall, can be reached in just 20 minutes, and the spa town of Buxton is a similar distance. For outdoor enthusiasts, being surrounded by National Park countryside means there are numerous tracks, trails and footpaths offering cycling and walks from Bradwell, and the start of the Pennine Way is at nearby Edale. Finally, for any thrill seekers, Matlock with its cable car to the Heights of Abraham is around 40 minutes away, and the UKs premier theme park Alton Towers around an hour.

A beautiful stone-built, detached cottage, renovated in 2020, with far-reaching countryside views, Barn View offers modern facilities along with original exposed beams. The ground floor consists of a living/dining room with stone-built fireplace, along with a separate well-equipped kitchen. On the first floor you will find two well-appointed bedrooms as well as a family bathroom complete with a spa bath. The cottage is situated on the owner’s working farm with cattle, ducks, geese, chickens, and horses, and is an ideal holiday location (stabling available).

A plethora of walks can be taken from the doorstep and coarse fishing can be found ½ mile away. Chatsworth House, Bolsover Castle, Hardwick Hall and the Heights of Abraham are just a selection of the many attractions within a 10-mile drive of the cottage. Bakewell is the ancient capital of the Peak District, and is just under a half an hour drive away, famous for its puddings. Shop 4 miles, pub 3 miles, restaurant 5 miles.

Beautifully renovated in 2020, Fern Cottage nestles in the popular, picturesque Peak District village of Bradwell. This end terrace, three storey cottage has a cosy wood burner taking pride of place in the beamed living room. To the front of the cottage there is a small, enclosed patio area with far-reaching views across the village towards Win Hill, Bamford Edge and beyond, which can be found in the glorious Hope Valley, in the Peak District National Park.
Bradwell is a large, pretty village with narrow winding streets that are set up a hillside. There are a number of good pubs serving food (most allowing children, dogs and muddy boots), together with a well-stocked convenience store, fish and chip shop, small cafe and locally renowned ice cream shop. Popular with walkers and cyclists, fabulous countryside surrounds the village with various tracks and routes radiating from the area. Mam Tor and Bradwell Edge are probably the most famous local viewpoints and are well worth a visit, with the outstanding breathtaking scenery as a reward. Golf, horse riding, hand gliding, rock climbing, caving and fishing are also available throughout the area.
The beautiful honeypot village of Castleton and the larger village of Tideswell are both around a 10-minute drive away. In nearby Hathersage, also 10 minutes’, you will find excellent amenities together with a seasonal outdoor heated swimming pool. The ever popular market town of Bakewell, Chatsworth House and the spa town of Buxton can all be reached in under half an hour, and for any big (or little) kids, Alton Towers theme park is around an hour away. There are excellent transport links to and from the village with Hope railway station only minutes away, being on the direct line for Manchester and Sheffield. Shop ¼ mile, pub and restaurant 175 yards.