Find self catering and cottages with an open fire or a wood burner in Derbyshire, Central England

The Old Barn, Chapel-en-le-Frith, Derbyshire, Central England

Sleeps 10
Weekly price range £1300 to £

Self catering accommodation in Chapel-en-le-Frith sleeps 10.

Features include: • Pool • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Games Room • Garden • Sleeps 10

Accommodation overview: Set in 2 acres of land, this unique 300-year-old stone barn has been converted into very stylish and spacious living accommodation. The furnishings are of the highest standard and its position above Chapel-en-le-Frith in the Peak Park means that the Old Barn commands some spectacular views. This property offers open-plan holiday accommodation over five levels and is well equipped for a relaxing, 5 star stay. Included amongst its features are a covered, outdoor heated swimming pool, outside ‘English-styled pub’ with integral W.C. and changing facilities, cinema room, full-sized pool table and the use of musical instruments as well as broadband internet, desktop computer stations plus lots more. Set in the heart of the Peak District National Park, near to Castleton and Hope Valley, there are footpaths and bridleways for walking direct from the door, or guests can simply relax in the garden and enjoy the wonderful scenery. Castleton is a popular village, only 10 minutes away, with the Blue John Caverns and various other caverns to discover. The Old Barn is ideally situated for exploring Whaley Bridge, the spa town of Buxton and Matlock, as well as Chatsworth House which is a beautiful country mansion and popular with visitors. Local attractions include paintballing, horse riding, clay pigeon shooting, fishing and much more. Shops and pubs 1 mile.

Entrance hall with large dining area. Well-equipped modern kitchen with oil Aga, electric cookers, breakfast bar, TV, slate floor and two steps up to dining-room. Utility. Shower room with toilet. Lower ground floor: Sitting room/games room/study with open fire, TV, pool table, keyboard, guitar and projector cinema room. Upper ground floor: Spacious living/dining room with open fire and wooden floor. First floor: Double bedroom with 5ft bed and en-suite bathroom with Jacuzzi bath, separate shower cubicle and toilet. Two double bedrooms, each with 5ft bed; one with additional double sofa bed (alternative sleeping only). Further double bedroom with 5ft bed. Twin bedroom. There are four steps to two of the double bedrooms. Bathroom with separate shower cubicle and toilet. Most bedrooms with TV. There is an extremely wide, large, central staircase giving access to all floors (as well as a featured spiral staircase).

Wrens Nest, Little Bolehill, Derbyshire, Central England

Sleeps 2
Weekly price range £226 to £523

Self catering accommodation in Little Bolehill sleeps 2.

Features include: Non smoking • Detached • Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pub near by • Pets allowed sleeps 2

Accommodation overview: A beautifully cosy and romantic detached barn conversion Wren's Nest enjoys lovely views over village and countryside from its orchard setting. Little Bolehill is a pretty hamlet with no through traffic just a half mile walk from the shops restaurants pubs and markets of historic Wirksworth. The new World Heritage site in Cromford Crich Tramway Museum Carsington water sports lake and the Heights of Abraham cable car rides and caverns are all within 5 miles. Magnificent Chatsworth House and Haddon Hall are both 10 miles and 20 miles away Alton Towers offers a fun day out. Cycle hire swimming tennis riding fishing and golf can all be enjoyed locally.

Beamed open plan sitting room with wood burning stove dining area and attractive galley kitchen. First floor: Double bedroom. Shower room/W.C.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Ivy Farm House, Chelmorton, Derbyshire, Central England

Sleeps 9
Weekly price range £1300 to £

Self catering accommodation in Chelmorton sleeps 9.

Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pub nearby • Sleeps 9

Accommodation overview: Lying in the heart of the village of Chelmorton, this beautifully modernised, stylish holiday cottage is perfect for a family celebration or gathering of old friends. Offering accommodation of the highest standard and perfectly positioned for exploring the surrounding area, the property lies within a stone’s throw of the friendly, pleasant village pub, the Church Inn. Adjoining another property, it benefits from a sheltered split-level garden, in which to relax after a hard day spent touring this lovely area.
Chelmorton, with its ancient field system, 12th-century church, traditional Well Dressing ceremony and thriving community, is conveniently placed for the spa town of Buxton (5 miles) with its opera house and leisure centre, and the market town of Bakewell (7 miles). Chelmorton lies within the Peak District National Park, close to the Tissington Trail cycle path (cycle hire at Parsley Hay) and the Limestone and Midshires ways. Superb walking country is on the doorstep, whilst the beautiful valleys of Dove, Goyt, Manifold and Lathkildale are all a short drive away. The stately homes, Chatsworth House and Haddon hall are both well worth a visit and easily reached, whilst other attractions include an otter sanctuary (12 miles), limestone show caves, Alton Towers (30 miles) and the Roaches. Buxton offers two golf courses and tennis courts, whilst sailing can be arranged at the nearby Fernilee reservoir or at Carsington water. Pony trekking through beautiful scenery is available at Flash. Shops 5 miles.

Large beamed living room with open fire in grit-stone fireplace. Flagstone floors with underfloor heating throughout. Beamed kitchen with hand-made units, Aga, two-ring ceramic hob and dining area incorporating conservatory with French doors to garden. Three steps to separate utility with toilet. First floor: Double bedroom with 5ft bed, vaulted ceiling and beams and en-suite bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet. Double bedroom with 5ft bed. Further double bedroom with shower room with toilet, vaulted ceilings and beams. Twin bedroom with Z-bed (for +1). Bathroom with cast-iron bath, shower cubicle and toilet. Wooden floors throughout.

Pumphouse Cotage, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, Central England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £285 to £631

Self catering accommodation in Ashbourne sleeps 4.

Features include: Non Smoking • Enclosed Garden • Open Fire • Short Break • Pet Friendly • Easy Walking Access

Accommodation overview: This very peacefully situated end of row cottage with views over pretty countryside has been charmingly upgraded to smart contemporary standards but still retains the original brick pumphouse within its enclosed lawned garden. Longford is a small village 9 miles from both Ashbourne the ’Gateway to the Peak District’ and Uttoxeter with famous racecourse and cinebowl. A lovely walking area with a host of visitors attractions within easy reach. Sudbury and Kedleston Halls (NT) and Dovedale are within 10 miles and Alton Towers is 15 miles. Chatsworth House Drayton Manor and Trentham Gardens are within 30 miles. Coarse fishing 1 mile and pony trekking 10 mile. A good dining pub is ½ mile. Shop 4 miles. Entrance lobby. Lovely beamed sitting room with feature brick fireplace and electric ‘wood burner effect’ fire. Dining room. Kitchen/dining area. First floor: Double bedroom with 5’ bed. Twin bedded room. Shower room/WC.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Clifton Cottages - Clifton Cottage, Clifton, Derbyshire, Central England

Sleeps 12
Weekly price range £1300 to £

Self catering accommodation in Clifton sleeps 12.

Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Pub nearby • Detached • Garden • Sleeps 12

Accommodation overview: Clifton Cottages, comprising spacious Clifton Cottage, a large Georgian house and formerly the owners’ home, together with the smaller former groom’s cottage, Clifton Edge, has been converted with much care to provide comfortable holiday accommodation. Clifton Cottage, suitable for larger groups, boasts a large entrance hall, three reception rooms, and retains much original character with its beams, Aga and homely open fires. Clifton Edge boasts a hot tub in its own enclosed garden providing the perfect way to relax at the end of the day. Adjacent, yet detached from one another, they are set in a village location with the market town of Ashbourne only 1½ miles away on the edge of the Peak District National Park. There are many shops to browse and good facilities including supermarkets and a number of restaurants. There are leisure centres at both Ashbourne and Uttoxeter for swimming, squash and other sports. A similar distance away, an 18-hole golf course proves popular with visitors (available weekdays only). From the cottages one can undertake country walks, cycle rides through country lanes and there is also a very good pub 100 yards away in the village which does good food and welcomes Clifton Cottages guests. Highlights in the area include Chatsworth House, Haddon Hall, Peak caves and caverns near Castleton, Alton Towers theme park (within 5 miles), Sudbury Museum of Childhood, Crich Tram Museum, Bakewell, Carsington Water, Matlock Bath including Gulliver’s Kingdom and the Heights of Abraham. Shop 11/4 miles.

The Old Angel, Winster, Derbyshire, Central England

Sleeps 12
Weekly price range £1300 to £

Self catering accommodation in Winster sleeps 12.

Features include: • Pool • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Pub nearby • Sleeps 12

Accommodation overview: Situated in the pretty conservation village of Winster, The Old Angel is a former 17th-century coaching inn. Adjoining another cottage, it offers a wealth of exposed oak beams, floorboards and flagstone floors. It also enjoys access to the facilities at Harthill Hall, just 3 miles (5 minutes) away with private use (12.30pm – 2.00pm each day) of the indoor heated swimming pool and sauna.
Opposite is the famous Market Hall (NT) with the village shop almost next door, and local inn just up the road. It makes an ideal holiday base, and is conveniently placed to visit the spa town of Buxton with its opera house. The bustling market town of Bakewell, situated on the River Wye, and crossed by a 13th century five-arched bridge is a good place to visit - buildings of note there include the 13th and 14th-century All Saints Church, with Saxon and Norman stonework. Within easy reach are Matlock and Matlock Bath (complete with Heights of Abraham cable cars), the popular market town of Ashbourne, the plague village of Eyam, Carsington Water with waterspouts, cycling and bird-watching. NT and period properties abound, including Kedleston Hall, Chatsworth House, Hardwick Hall and Haddon Hall. Excellent walking in the Peak District and marked cycle trails. Shops 10 yards.

Large beamed living room with open fire. Sitting room with open fire. Large beamed kitchen with range cooker, 5 gas ring top, electric oven, tiled floor and dining area. First floor: Double bedroom with canopied bed, wooden floor and en-suite shower room with toilet. Double bedroom with 5ft bed, additional pull-out bed (on request prior to arrival, for +1 child under 8 years), and en-suite shower room with toilet. Further double bedroom with 5ft bed and additional bed (on request prior to arrival, for +1 child under 8 years). Victorian-style bathroom with separate shower cubicle. Separate toilet. Second floor: Two double bedrooms, each with en-suite shower room and toilet; one with 5ft bed (zip & link on request at time of booking). Further double bedroom with 5ft bed (zip & link on request at time of booking). Shower room with toilet. All bedrooms with TV.

Shelf Moor Cottage, Old Glossop, Derbyshire, Central England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £220 to £

Self catering accommodation in Old Glossop sleeps 4.

Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Pub near by • Garden • Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: This traditional stone cottage has been beautifully renovated and offers comfortable accommodation in a perfect location to explore the surrounding countryside. The cottage is located in the old town of Glossop and has views from the rear of the property over to Shelf Moor, which contains over 50 crash sites dating back to the second world war. Old Glossop is a quaint village steeped in history with several period buildings with the old market cross still visible to this day. Manor Park is a stones throw away, as well as three local pubs offering real ale and traditional fare. The local shops and restaurants are less than a mile away. The area has an abundance of walks, cycle routes and horse riding paths including Longdendale Trail, Pennine way, Crowden and Derwent reservoir made famous by the Dambusters.

Lea Hall, Matlock, Derbyshire, Central England

Sleeps 20
Weekly price range £1300 to £

Self catering accommodation in Matlock sleeps 20.

Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Games Room • Sleeps 20

Accommodation overview: Lea Hall is a Grade II* listed 17th and 18th-century manor house sleeping 20 guests in 10 en-suite bedrooms. The holiday property has been lovingly restored to its former glory and is set in the heart of rural Derbyshire. Located within the village of Lea, it has been sympathetically and stylishly refurbished by the owner who lives in a wing of the property, and extras such as fine toiletries and bathrobes are also provided. The drawing room with crystal chandelier, open fire, flatscreen TV and soft furnishings is the perfect setting in which to relax. The dining-room is set in the older part of the hall, which dates back to the 1600s, and has a wood-burning stove and seating for 20.
The parish of Dethick, Lea and Holloway is steeped in history and Lea is recorded in the Domesday Book as Lede; the notorious Babington Plot of 1586 was planned at Dethick and Florence Nightingale spent much of her early life at Lea Hurst (and almost certainly lived at Lea Hall while that house was being built). The peaceful village of Lea offers visitors friendly pubs, tea rooms, restaurants and the famous John Smedley factory. Rural Derbyshire is a real treasure trove offering everything for the visitor including country houses, historic halls, medieval ruins, heritage railways, cycleways, beautiful unspoilt countryside and pretty villages. One of the closest attractions to Lea Hall is the Heights of Abraham. Built on the site of historic lead mining, the hilltop park is approached by cable car which rises up and offers some spectacular views of the Derwent Valley and surrounding Peak District. Visitors can tour the network of caverns and passageways left behind and explore the 60 acres of woodland hillside and buy souvenirs at the gift shop. Alternatively, for those who appreciate stately homes and gardens, magnificent Chatsworth House (3½ miles from Bakewell) is highly recommended, as well as Haddon Hall and Lyme Park, all of which have been film or TV locations over the years. Shop 1 mile.

Entrance hall with flagstone floor. Sitting room with wood-burning stove, original shutters and wooden floor. Three steps up to large, beamed, chandelier-lit dining room with inglenook, open fire and wooden floor. Beamed kitchen with tiled floor and dual fuel range (for cooking). Two steps down to beamed library with open fire. Separate toilet. Steps to vaulted cellar games room with small table tennis and billiard tables. First floor: Double bedroom (6ft bed) with en-suite bathroom (ball & claw bath) with toilet. Double bedroom with 6ft canopied bed and en-suite bathroom (ball & claw bath) with toilet. Second separate staircase to: Double bedroom (6ft bed) with en-suite shower room with toilet. Two double bedrooms (5ft bed), each with en-suite shower room with toilet. Second floor: Gallery double bedroom (6ft bed) with en-suite shower room and toilet. (own staircase access). Low doorway to double bedroom (6ft bed) with en-suite shower room and toilet (can interconnect with gallery bedroom by prior request). Low doorway to beamed double bedroom (6ft bed) with en-suite shower room and toilet. 8 steps up to two bedrooms: one four poster double (5ft bed) with slipper bath and toilet (low headroom), one double (6ft bed) with sitting area, sofa bed, slipper bath and toilet. All bedrooms have LCD TVs with iPod dock; nine beds are zip & link (can be twin by prior request).

Waterside Croft, Carsington Water, Derbyshire, Central England

Sleeps 17
Weekly price range £1043 to £2503

Self catering accommodation in Carsington Water sleeps 17.

Features include: Short Breaks • Multi bathrooms • Non smoking Fishing nearby Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove • Easy Walk access • Pub near by • Pets allowed sleeps 17

Accommodation overview: Idyllically set on the banks of Carsington Water these two beautiful barn conversions are part of a small group enjoying a peaceful setting and fabulous views over the sparkling lake. There is no through traffic and the cottages offer direct access to the circular 8 miles of lake path. Both cottages boast a patio overlooking the lake and for children there is a wood and small play area with toddler swings and slide.
Carsington Water boasts an RYA recognised water sports centre offering dinghy windsurfer and canoe hire and tuition and junior activity sessions for ages 8–16 in the summer holidays (advanced booking advisable). Bank fishing for brown trout can be enjoyed just 50 yards from the cottages and rowing boats may be hired from the fishery centre. Across the lake the visitor centre provides a restaurant shops cycle hire and an adventure playground. Matlock Bath's Heights of Abraham cable cars and Gulliver's Kingdom Crich Tramway Museum Haddon Hall Chatsworth House and the market town of Ashbourne are all within about 10 miles. Alton Towers is just 15 miles. Within ¾ mile is a popular pub serving 'real ale' and a number of excellent dining pubs can be found within 5 miles. Shop ¾ mile.

Hall. Spacious beamed sitting room with wood burning stove polished wood floor and rugs. Beamed kitchen/dining room. Utility/drying room. Bedroom with bunk beds and two single beds. Bunk bedded room with additional single bed (for + child). Double bedroom. Shower room/W.C. First floor: Spacious double bedroom and bunk bedded room both have access to ensuite shower room/W.C. Double bedroom. Twin bedded room. Bathroom/W.C. (shower attachment).

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Hope Cottage, Mayfield, Derbyshire, Central England

Sleeps 8
Weekly price range £1300 to £

Self catering accommodation in Mayfield sleeps 8.

Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pub nearby • Detached • Sleeps 8

Accommodation overview: This refurbished gardener’s cottage is set in the lovely grounds of the owner’s home but with its own ½ acre of landscaped, mature and peaceful garden. Standing detached, this traditional cottage offers fine contemporary interior design to create a relaxing atmosphere. The River Dove borders the grounds, with walks from the doorstep into open fields and countryside.
The historic market town of Ashbourne is one of Derbyshire’s finest old market towns and lies just a mile away from Hope Cottage. Famous for its antique shops it also offers cafes, restaurants, bars, gift and craft shops. Its cobbled market place and hidden alleys are a delight to explore, as is the elegant Church Street, which is considered to be the finest street of Georgian buildings in Derbyshire. Two miles further is the Peak District National Park with picturesque villages of Ilam, Dovedale and Thorpe Cloud as just a small example of the many areas of the park offering attractions including the rock pillars at Ilam Rock, Viators Bridge in Milldale, the Stepping Stones which lead to the limestone carvings at Lovers’ Leap and Reynard’s Cave. There are several trails such as Tissington and High Peak, which weave through the countryside, providing popular recreational walks and cycle paths that follow former railway lines. Carsington Water, with its watersports and visitor centre is also well worth visiting.
The rich historic heritage of the area, along with Chatsworth House, Bakewell, Matlock Bath, Alton Towers and other numerous attractions make this area an ideal place to relax and enjoy. Cycle hire available locally. Shop and pub ¼ mile.

Open-plan living/dining room with French doors and large kitchen area with wooden floor leading to sitting room with open fire. Second sitting room. Separate toilet. First floor: Large double bedroom with 6ft bed and en-suite shower room with double shower cubicle and toilet. Double bedroom. Double aspect twin bedroom. Bunk bedroom. Bathroom with over-bath shower. Separate toilet.

Hasker Farm Cottage, Kirk Ireton, Derbyshire, Central England

Sleeps 8
Weekly price range £674 to £1515

Self catering accommodation in Kirk Ireton sleeps 8.

Features include: Short Breaks • Multi bathrooms Detached Four Poster Bed Hot Tub • Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pub near by • Pets allowed sleeps 8

Accommodation overview: A really special holiday home dated 1742 and recently restored and extended retaining its magnificent oak beams and original stonework this splendid farmhouse now enjoys luxurious furnishings a ¼ acre garden with hot tub on the terrace and glorious views over the surrounding meadows. Beautiful Carsington Lake is just 2 miles away and affords opportunities for learning to sail canoe or windsurf together with excellent fishing cycle hire and an adventure playground. The visitor centre has restaurant and shops and there is excellent local walking directly to the circular lakeside path. Matlock's Heights of Abraham Cable Cars are 6 miles. Chatsworth House Haddon Hall and Sudbury Hall are within 12 miles. Alton Towers 20 miles. Shop and renowned 'Real Ale' pub 1 mile.

Dining hall. Sitting room with wood burning stove. Farmhouse style kitchen with oil Aga electric oven and hob. Inner hall. Bunk bedded room (for + 2 children). Utility room. Shower room/W.C. First floor: Double bedroom with 5' four poster bed and ensuite shower room/W.C. Double bedroom with 5' bed. Twin bedded room. Bathroom/W.C. (shower over bath).

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Brailsford Water Mill, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, Central England

Sleeps 19
Weekly price range £1132 to £2724

Self catering accommodation in Ashbourne sleeps 19.

Features include: Detached • Non Smoking • Enclosed Garden • Multi Bath Shower • Pub Close By • Open Fire • Short Break • Pet Friendly

Accommodation overview: Proudly claiming a milling heritage dating from the time of William the Conqueror this Grade II listed truly historic water mill offers a wonderful holiday opportunity for larger groups. The restoration has preserved the unique qualities ancient beams narrow staircases old mill wheels and flour chutes are retained – whilst adding modern amenities and comfortable and attractive furnishings to the rustic interior. In a blissfully peaceful meadowland setting extending 10 acres upstream this delightful property stands beside the mill pond (right photograph). Ashbourne with its good shopping cafés and restaurants is 6 miles and Derby's theatres cinema and Crown Derby factory and shop are just 8 miles away as are both Dovedale and the Peak District National Park. Alton Towers Carsington Lake's watersports and several N.T. properties lie within a short drive. Golf locally fishing 500 yards cycle hire 5 miles. Village shop and pub ¾ mile.

Ground floor: Sitting room in the old milling room with woodburner and TV/DVD. Shower room/WC. Two double bedrooms. Twin bedded room additional bunk beds (for + 2) and ensuite shower room/WC. Stairs to lower ground floor: Kitchen with dining area and door to patio. Bathroom/WC (shower over bath). Double bedroom. Twin bedded room with 40“ x 70“ beds.and low arched ceiling. Games room with table football (accessed from patio). First floor: Gallery bedroom with bunk beds and single bed (for + 1) with access through to double bedroom. Gallery twin bedded room and twin bedded room with 2' 6“ beds. Bathroom/WC with shower cubicle.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143