Pet Friendly Holidays Peak District

A pretty, three-bedroom home situated in Whittington, Staffordshire. Close to amenities. Pet-friendly. Smart TV. Lichfield 3.8 miles; Cannock 16.1 miles; Uttoxeter 21.6 miles.

Refurbished throughout in 2021, with new kitchen and bathroom this deceptively spacious first floor apartment can be found in the very heart of the popular Peak District village of Hathersage. Benefitting from off road parking, the apartment can be found at the side of the local butchers and delicatessen, with a relaxing trickling brook running alongside. Accessed by external stairs, once inside you’ll find the décor is clean, fresh, and contemporary in style with characterful features reflecting the age of the property. The bright and airy living/dining area has a superb beamed vaulted ceiling, and the front facing aspect offers far reaching views over Hathersage and beyond. The bedroom commands the same impressive views, and in the kitchen, you’ll find everything needed to cook up a storm.
Hathersage is a large and attractive village within the Peak District National Park, that offers excellent facilities including shops, pubs, cafes, and restaurants. Quite uniquely it’s also home to a public, open air heated swimming pool which operates all year round. An area popular with lovers of the great outdoors, you’ll find ample walking, cycling, and climbing available, with Stanage and Burbage Edge both nearby. As the gateway to the Hope Valley, you’re also close to excellent walking at Edale, and just 10 minutes from the beautiful village of Castleton. The fascinating plague village of Eyam is around a 15-minute drive; Bakewell and Chatsworth House are around 20 minutes. Finally, for anyone wanting to give their cars a rest, Hathersage train station is less than ½ mile and serves the cities of both Manchester and Sheffield directly, together with Bamford, Hope and Edale.

Perfect for couples and small families alike, North View provides cosy holiday accommodation in the popular and picturesque Peak District village of Bradwell. In a delightful location at the top of a narrow village lane, this charming, semi-detached cottage benefits from spectacular far-reaching views towards Win Hill, Bamford Edge and beyond. In the spacious living/dining room you’ll find a wood burner for that extra touch of warmth in the chillier winter months. For the long summer days you can relax on the attractive patio area and fully appreciate the superb open views.

A short walk downhill will take you to the heart of Bradwell, with its shops, pubs and places to eat. Bradwell is also famous for its ice-cream that’s made in the village. Nestled at the bottom of its own limestone dale in the Hope Valley, Bradwell is surrounded by some fabulous countryside. The beautiful honeypot village of Castleton is around a 10-minute drive, as is the large village of Tideswell. In Hathersage, also 10 minutes’, you’ll find excellent amenities together with a seasonal outdoor heated swimming pool. Slightly further afield is the ever popular market town of Bakewell, Chatsworth House and the spa town of Buxton, which can all be reached in under half an hour. Finally, Alton Towers Theme Park can be reached in around an hour. Shop, pub and restaurant ½ mile.

Set in the most fabulous elevated position, Rock Cottage really is a hidden gem in the very heart of the Peak District National Park. Located in the picturesque village of Birchover, with its scattering of inviting village pubs, this comfortable, detached cottage certainly has a lot to offer its guests. Wonderful accommodation and views really do make Rock Cottage a lovely place to stay.

There are many trails which start straight from the front door, an ideal opportunity to park the car, put the car keys away and just relax! Birchover is a historic village within easy reach of Matlock and Matlock Bath, and local to Chatsworth House and many other historic attractions. The charming market town of Bakewell is also close by as is Haddon Hall and its beautiful gardens. Based in the Peak District National Park, Rock Cottage really is a great base from which to explore the beauty of the region’s peaks, dales, rivers, cycle trails and network of footpaths. Shop and restaurant 1 mile, pub 500 yards.

Step into Ryecroft Cottage and wander through the light and airy hallway into the lounge and admire the views of Riber Castle on the hilltop above from the large window.
Relax on the comfortable seating, light the woodburning fire and put your feet up with a good book. There is a second lounge also with a woodburning stove, Smart TV and comfy sofa and chairs giving all your party a place to relax. The kitchen offers a electric cooker and hob, fridge, dishwasher, microwave and convenient access to the outside area with lawned garden and patio area. Going up to the first floor, you will find a beautiful family bedroom with a double bed and single bed. The second bedroom also has a double bed, and the bathroom has a separate shower and bath.
Situated at the top of a hill that runs down into Matlock town centre, you’ll find there is host of things to see and do on your doorstep, including an array of shops, cafes, restaurants and pubs. There is a weekly market, and within easy reach are the gorgeous country houses of Chatsworth and Haddon Hall both ideal for whiling away an afternoon.
The Matlock Bath Illuminations and firework display are especially popular with kids and adults alike in autumn. Just a short drive will take you to the nearby picturesque market town of Bakewell which lies in the heart of the Peak District National Park and is a delightful place for meandering through the various shops, cafés and restaurants. Once you have had your first visit to Ryecroft you will want to return time and time again!

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.

Churchside House is a charming, three-bedroom holiday cottage resting in Matlock, Derbyshire. Close to amenities. Near a National Park. Electric fire. Matlock Bath 2.8 mile; Bakewell 8.9 miles.

A wonderful, stone-built, terraced holiday home on the outskirts of Buxton, Derbyshire. Dog-friednly. Woodburning stove. Hot tub. Near Peak District National Park. Tideswell 7 miles; Bakewell 12 miles.

A beautiful three-bedroom, semi-detached cottage resting in Taddington, Derbyshire. Enclosed garden. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. In a National Park. Buxton 6.3 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?