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A small sample from the finest selection of English
Holiday Cottages in
The Peak District.
The Ribblehead Viaduct - Yorkshire (near
The Peak District)
The
Settle-Carlisle railway line one of the most
beautiful in England features a series of
spectacular viaducts - none more famous than the Ribblehead, with its twenty four arches, a hundred
feet high. Steam trains still run on this line for
tourists.
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The Peak District forms the southern end of
the Pennines and much of the area is uplands
above 1,000 feet (300 m), with a high point
on Kinder Scout of 2,087 feet (636 m).
Despite its name, the landscape lacks sharp
peaks, being characterised by rounded hills
and gritstone escarpments (the "edges"). The
area is surrounded by major conurbations,
including Huddersfield, Manchester,
Sheffield, Derby and Stoke-on-Trent.
The National Park covers 555 square miles
(1,438 km²) of Derbyshire, Staffordshire,
Cheshire, Greater Manchester and South and
West Yorkshire, including the majority of
the area commonly referred to as the Peak.
The Park boundaries were drawn to exclude
large built-up areas and industrial sites
from the park; in particular, the town of
Buxton and the adjacent quarries are located
at the end of the Peak Dale corridor,
surrounded on three sides by the Park. The
town of Bakewell and numerous villages are,
however, included within the boundaries, as
is much of the (non-industrial) west of
Sheffield. As of 2006, it is the fourth
largest National Park in England and Wales.
As always in Britain, the designation
"National Park" means that there are
planning restrictions to protect the area
from inappropriate development, and a Park
Authority to look after it - but does not
imply that the land is owned by the
government, or is uninhabited.
12% of the Peak District National Park is
owned by the National Trust, a charity which
aims to conserve historic and natural
landscapes. It does not receive government
funding. The three Trust estates (High Peak,
South Peak and Longshaw) include the
ecologically or geologically significant
areas of Bleaklow, Derwent Edge, Hope
Woodlands, Kinder Scout, Leek and Manifold,
Mam Tor, Dovedale, Milldale and Winnats. The
Peak District National Park Authority
directly owns around 5%, and other major
landowners include several water companies.
(Wikipedia)
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Kniveton, Nr Ashbourne, Derbyshire,
The Peak District. DE6
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Set in peaceful seclusion overlooking open
farmland, this attractive and very
comfortable cottage stands in its own fenced
garden just a mile from the superb water
sports centre of Carsington Water. It is
only 400 yards from the pub/restaurant of
this pretty hamlet and 3 miles from the
picturesque market town of Ashbourne. Dove
Dale and the other lovely dales of the
limestone White Peak District provide many
delights for walkers, whilst Alton Towers,
Matlock Bath, Chatsworth House, Kedleston
Hall and the American Adventure Theme Park
are all within easy reach.
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4695 Hayloft Cottage - sleeps
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4696 Park Cottage - sleeps
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4697 Hayloft Cottage - sleeps
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Yeaveley, near Ashbourne,
The Peak District. DE6 2DT |
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of original farm buildings in a quiet rural
location ¢ mile from the village of Yeaveley,
retaining much of the original character,
yet providing good quality holiday
accommodation. Yeaveley is situated just 4
miles from the town of Ashbourne and
provides an ideal base to explore all the
attractions and activities that the area has
to offer. Matlock, Uttoxeter and the factory
shops around Stoke are all within easy
reach. Other amenities in the area include
trout fishing, clay pigeon shooting,
swimming and squash (in Ashbourne, 4 miles),
Alton Towers (7 miles), many stately homes
(Chatsworth, Kedleston Hall, Sudbury Manor,
Calke Abbey within easy reach) and the South
Derbyshire Peak District, Dovedale,
Tissington Trail, etc. These cottages
provides an ideal place for children and all
three can be booked together for larger
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23058 Cellars Clough Lodge - sleeps
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Marsden, Huddersfield,
The Peak District. HD7 6LY |
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This detached
Victorian lodge is set in the grounds of the
owners home, on the main road between
Manchester and Huddersfield. Situated in 2
1/4 acres of grounds, which include a
river with fishing just 200 yards away.
Close to Marsden Moor (NT) providing
excellent walks. Marsden is a small Pennine
village on the edge of the Peak District and
boasts a lively jazz festival in October.
Marsden and the local area is used as a TV
location for `Where The Heart Is' whilst
Holmfirth and the surrounding countryside, a
short drive away, may well be seen in `Last
of the Summer Wine.' Horse riding and golf 1
1/2 miles. Shop and pub 1/2 mile. |
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80225 The Old Stables
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Buxton, The Peak
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exposed beams and original stalls, with
tiles and panel surround, these former
19th-century town stables have been
sympathetically converted to provide very
comfortable and large family accommodation.
Quietly situated near the end of a
cul-de-sac amid the historic area of Higher
Buxton. The Old Stables is just minutes from
Buxton market place, the Pavilion Gardens
and the Opera House, with Alton Towers
within a „-hour drive. Close to climbing at
The Roaches Rocks. Dovedale, Hartington and
Chatsworth are an easy drive. A good base
for touring this wonderful area. Shops, pubs
and restaurants 300 yards. |
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15887 Townfield Farm- sleeps
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Kettleshulme, near Whaley Bridge,
The Peak District SK23 7EJ
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of the hamlet of Kettleshulme in the Goyt
Valley, this holiday property
is the wing of the owners' farmhouse,
retains beams and original features. One
mile from Whaley Bridge, in a conservation
AONB in the Peak Park. Lyme Park of Pride
and Prejudice fame, 2 miles. Macclesfield
and Buxton, both 7 miles. Chatsworth and
Haddon Hall an easy drive. Shops 11/2 mile,
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13522 Nimbus House -
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Whaley Bridge,
The Peak District SK23 7LA
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built in the 1800's this property has been
lovingly restored and refurnished with
careful co-ordinated fabrics and furniture
making an ambient home from which to explore
the Peak District. There is a draped half
tester bed making this an ideal romantic
hideaway. Just 50 yards from property 9405
and just a stroll from pubs and restaurants.
Castleton 10 miles, Chatsworth
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Shops and pubs 40 yards. |
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18684 L'Hermitage -
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Endon, Stanely, The Peak
District. ST9 9LX |
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This comfortable converted apartment, forms
part of a former barn, now the owner's home,
in the conservation village of Stanley.
There are super walks from the door with 18
hole golf course (pay as you play) and horse
riding school within a mile. Ideally suited
for Staffordshire Moorlands, Peak District
National Park, Trentham Gardens, Ceramica,
Stoke Potteries, Cheddleton Railway Centre,
Coombes Valley Reserve, Bridgemere, Biddulph
Grange Gardens (NT) and Alton Towers all an
easy drive away. Leek is just 5 miles whilst
Ashbourne and Buxton are both within 12
miles. Shop 3/4 mile, pub 300 yards. |
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11910 Home Farm House
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Markeaton, near Derby,
The Peak District. DE22 4NH |
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This superb three-storey character
farmhouse, dating from 1702, adjoins the
owners working farm in the village of
Markeaton. The listed farmhouse features
many unique architectural details including
massive beams throughout, inglenoook
fireplace and exposed stonework, and with
its handmade kitchen and pretty bedrooms, it
is ideal for the larger family party or two
families sharing. Situated at the gates of
the lovely Markeaton Park with its tennis
and boating, and a few minutes from
Kedleston Hall and Estate, it is within
reach of Buxton Opera House, The Derbyshire
Dales and the cultural centre of Derby City.
The Mundy Play Centre and Adventure
Playground is an easy walk away, Gullivers
Kingdom and Alton Towers are both about half
an hours drive. Shop 1 mile, pub
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19036 Stallington Hall Farm - sleeps
6
Stallington
Village,
The Peak District. ST11
9QJ
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Built in 1600s, this Grade II listed wing of
the owners farmhouse has been
sympathetically renovated retaining many
original beams. Set within it's own garden,
Stallington Hall Farm was formerly a
cheesery, located on the edge of the
Staffordshire Moorlands. An easy drive is
Alton Towers with its beautiful gardens and
rides. The market towns of Cheadle and
Uttoxeter (with famous race courses) close
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QWB The Garden House - sleeps 5
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Atlow, Nr
Carsington, Derbyshire, The Peak District.
DE6 1NS
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set in Peakland countryside, this
16th-century barn is only a mile and a half
from Carsington Water, with its nature
trails, wildlife sanctuary, riding, water
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QUM Slade Tops - Sleeps
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QNU Slade Cottage - Sleeps
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QNT Slade House - Sleeps
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Ilam, Nr Ashbourne, The Peak District.
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spectacular countryside views, these three
properties are careful restorations of a
splendid 18th-century, listed farmhouse and
nearby barn. Slade House itself is a former
yeoman's abode dating back to the 1640s.
They feature quality furnishings, and each
has its own garden set in 7acres of farmland
grounds; an idyllically peaceful location on
the edge of the National Park. Excellent
country walks can be enjoyed amid the
surrounding Staffordshire countryside, with
many footpaths leading straight from the
door. Alternatively why not hop on your
bicycle and take a leisurely ride along the
leafy country lanes; an excellent way to
spot the local flora and fauna and admire
the breathtaking views. Cycle routes can
also be explored along the Manifold,
Tissington and High Peak trails, a series of
waymarked footpaths which follow the course
of disused railway tracks. Places of
interest not to be missed when touring out
and about include the great country houses
of Chatsworth and Haddon, the bustling
market towns of Leek, Bakewell and Matlock
Bath, with its cable cars scaling the
Heights of Abraham, the vast recreational
lake of Carsington Water (where sailing,
canoeing, fishing, and bird-watching
opportunities abound), the heritage sites of
Wirksworth, and the delightful spa town of
Buxton with its fine opera house, which
plays host to the famous Gilbert and
Sullivan Festival during the summer months.
For a truly peaceful day out, there is some
wonderful walking to be found amid the
gentle valleys of Dove Dale, while for a fun
family day out, Alton Towers is within easy
reach. Those seeking an altogether different
outdoor experience can make their way to The
Roaches, an area famed throughout the land
for its excellent rock climbing. Ashbourne
`Gateway to the Derbyshire Dales' offers a
selection of antique shops and restaurants,
a regular market day and a gingerbread shop
where delicacies are made to a recipe
allegedly passed on by Napoleanic prisoners
of war. Many other charming country pubs and
stores can be found locally, amid a
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10847 Poppies Court - sleeps
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10848 Harebell Hill - sleeps
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10849 Speedwell Corner-sleeps
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Earl Sterndale, near Buxton,
The Peak District.
SK17 0BS
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Superb views
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characterful barn conversions are set in
striking "White Peak" scenery and each
enjoys one of the most breathtaking views in
the Peak Park, across to the jagged and
dramatic Crome Edge, to Axe Edge and down to
the pretty stone built village of Earl
Sterndale. Their creative conversion has
given the properties individual charm with
old stone arches, high vaulted ceilings and
some original beams and all are suited to
partially disabled guests (though Harebell
10848 has 4 steps up to the front door).
There are simply lovely walks to the edges
across the valley, with Hartington, Dovedale
and Bakewell an easy drive and the cultural
spa town of Buxton 4 miles. Climbing at the
Roaches (5 miles) and Froggatt, caves at
Castleton, with Chatsworth, Alton Towers and
American Adventure all under 25 minutes
drive. The properties may be booked together
for larger families and also with the nearby
cottage 9603 for 4 people (120 yards away).
Shop 2 miles, pub ½ mile. |
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23370 Devonshire House - sleep
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Peak Forest,
Buxton, The Peak
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attractive detached house is located in the
village of Peak Forest in the centre of the
Peak District National Park. Situated next
door to the popular village inn, Devonshire
House boasts its own large enclosed lawned
garden, ideal for families and those with a
dog, and provides the ideal base from which
to explore the Peak District. The spa town
of Buxton is just 6 miles with numerous
places of interest to visit within 10 miles
including the market town of Bakewell, the
stunning Chatsworth House, Haddon Hall as
seen in TV's 'Jane Eyre', The Chestnut
Centre, and the caves of Castleton, Edale
and Eyam Hall. Slightly further afield is
Crich Tramway Village, Alton Towers, Matlock
Bath with its cable cars and Lyme Park NT
and Hardwick Hall. Excellent walks literally
from the door. Golf and horse riding within
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19075 Oak Cottage -
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Hayfield,
High Peak, Derbyshire. SK22 2HJ |
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cottage has been tastefully refurbished and
retains original beams. Situated in the
heart of the village of Hayfield and set
towards the foot of Kinder Scout. With
excellent walks from the door, it is an
ideal base for exploring the Sett Valley
Trail, the caverns, visiting Chatsworth
House, Lyme Hall (NT), famous for 'Pride and
Prejudice', and the market towns of Buxton
and Bakewell. Manchester is within 15 miles
with its shops and vibrant museums. Shops
and pubs within 100 yards. |
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19118 Combs- sleeps
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19119 Goyt- sleeps
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19120 Kinder- sleeps
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19121 Toddbrook- sleeps
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Whaley Bridge,
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These five
attractive cottages and apartments have been
converted to a very good standard from a
former farmhouse, dairy and cheese room high
in the Peak District hills between the spa
town of Buxton and Whaley Bridge. Named
after the local reservoirs or valleys, they
enjoy superb views over the open countryside
and are very close to the fine scenery of
the Goyt Valley. Each enjoys comfortable
accommodation with Toddbrook and Kinder
enjoying their own private balconies. There
is a super swimming pool shared by all.
There are many areas for you to sit and take
in the views whilst you relax after a busy
day out. Shallcross Hall Cottages provide a
super base from which to explore all the
area has to offer. There are superb walks
literally from the door with Whaley Bridge
offering a variety of pubs, restaurants and
shops. There is so much to do and see with
the attractive towns of Buxton, Bakewell,
Matlock and Ashbourne all within easy reach.
Chatsworth House, Haddon Hall and Lyme Park
(NT) are a must to visit. For families, take
a day out to Alton Towers, or visit Crich
Tramway Museum or Matlock Bath with its
Heights of Abraham cable cars. Close by you
will find the Chestnut Centre and Ethrow
Country Park. There are many cycle trails in
the Peak Park and you can combine cycling,
walking, bird watching and watersports at
Carsington Water. The popular caving village
of Castleton with its Blue John and
Speedwell caverns make for an interesting
day. Hathersage, parts of which are
described by Charlotte Bronte in the novel
`Jane Eyre', and the plague village of Eyam
are a short drive away. Shops and pub 1
1/2 miles.
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17778 Notre Chaumiere - sleeps
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Upper Tean, near Stoke-on-Trent,
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This attractive cosy
cottage has been renovated to a good
standard. Originally a farmworkers cottage,
it is in the village of Tean, an ideal base
to explore the Peak District and
Staffordshire Moorlands. The market towns of
Cheadle, Uttoxeter (famous race course),
Ashbourne, Leek and Bakewell all a short
drive. There are two steam railways, NT
properties and gardens, Sudbury Hall,
Bidulph Grange, historic houses, pottery
museums (factory shops) all within easy
reach. Alton Towers, 5 miles. Excellent
walks. Shops and pub in village.
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B6205 The Stables
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Onecote, The Peak
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good farm road, this barn conversion is set
in the valley of the River Hamps, amidst the
Peak District National Park. Occupying a
secluded position, each with wonderful views
over the surrounding countryside. There is
excellent walking from the door with
numerous local footpaths. Froghall Wharf,
Foxfield Steam Railway and Alton Towers are
within a 10 minute drive, with Gladstone
Pottery Museum and Waterworld a little
further afield. Sudbury NT, Chatsworth House
and Haddon Hall are all within 17 miles.
Harvey Gate Farm makes an ideal base for
visiting all the attractions the Peak
District has to offer. Shops 4 miles, pub 2
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