Highlights.....

• ​4 bedrooms, including a fantastic spacious Self Contained Apartment
• 2 en suites and 1 shared family bathroom.
• Sleeps 8-10 Guests.
• Beautiful stone built cottage within easy walking distance to the village of Great Longstone, which hosts lovely country pubs and a village shop.
  
• Located right on the Monsal Trail - a converted railway track with tunnels, stunning scenery and viaducts perfect for traffic free activities - perfect for walks, cycling, prams and pushchairs too. 
• Great base to visit the nearby market town of Bakewell, the picturesque village of Ashford in the Water and a 10 minute drive away to Chatsworth House.
  
• Snuggle in front of the inviting log burner in the cosy main lounge after your day out in the Peaks.

This family friendly property sleeps a maximum of 8/10 people all bedrooms are furnished with neutral colours and fresh linen. 

Thornbridge Lodge

• Bed 1 - twin or double with use of  spacious family bathroom
• Bed 2 - double bed with use of  spacious family bathroom
• Bed 3 -  double bed with en suite shower room

Attached  Self Contained Apartment

• Bed 4 -  king size double bed with en suite. Accessed via a narrow spiral staircase - maybe not ideal for the less agile of us!
• The downstairs's second sitting room can also be used as a bedroom with two large comfortable sofa beds for two extra guests (if requested)
  

Please note that attached apartment has external access within the private courtyard. 

Please click here for bedroom layout

This stylish and comfortable lodge offers spacious living and dining with lots of character.

The fully fitted country style kitchen is equipped with modern appliances so that you will have everything you need to make your self catering stay comfortable. There is a fridge, separate freezer, microwave , toaster, gas hob and oven, electric kettle and large dishwasher.
To one end of the  open plan kitchen there is a comfortable built in dining area designed to seat 10 guests.

One of the pleasures of staying at the lodge is the huge private courtyard which has outdoor seating and a BBQ.  If the weather is in your favour alfresco dining is a must at this property!

If you didn't fancy cooking yourself then why not take a short walk into the village and enjoy the super food on offer at the local pubs.

Click here for the finer details of what to expect in the property.

The high beamed ceiling and the polished wooden floor provides a wonderful warm room to relax and socialise in. The impressive fire place is the focal point of the room where you can sit and enjoy the warmth of the log burning stove in the cooler months (please supply your own logs)

With ample seating options of comfy sofas and chairs to sink into after a day outdoors, this living area is an inviting and cosy focal point for you to sit and unwind with your family or friends.

The lounge offers a flat screen TV with DVD player. In the summer months open the french doors to bring the outdoors in and enjoy the secluded courtyard area too.

Please click here for the floor plans.

Situated in a private walled courtyard complete with outdoor furniture and a BBQ available for use from 01st April through to 31st October, please supply your own charcoal and lighting equipment.

There is also a secluded lawned garden beyond the courtyard for the children to have a good run about and play some games.

One of the best features of this location is just across the country lane you are only a few steps from the Monsal Trail. Head off on foot or bike in whatever direction takes your fancy and enjoy the most incredible scenery and dramatic landscape the Peak District has to offer right from your door step.

For unbeatable famous views of the viaduct at Monsal Head, you can jump on the trail and head through the tunnel to Monsal Head which is less than 15 minute's walk away. Also on the trail and on the way to Bakewell is Hassop Station cafe this is a super family friendly establishment right on the trail and is the nearest bike hire. A must for a coffee stop and piece of cake!

Please note strictly no dogs are allowed at this particular property. There is private parking for up to four cars.

Thornbridge Lodge is nestled down a country lane and provides wonderful village accommodation just on the cusp of Great Longstone. You can walk to a selection of heart-warming country pubs, a village store and buy fresh milk and eggs at the farm.

Take a leisurely walk through fields to the picture postcard village of Ashford in the Water, one of the most scenic and popular villages in the Peak District National Park.

Thornbridge Lodge makes a great base for visiting the most amazing of Peak District treats for you to enjoy - the ancient market town of Bakewell, Chatsworth House (10 minutes drive), Haddon Hall (10 minutes drive), historic spa town of Buxton (15 minutes drive) to name just a few.

Click here for our recommendations to help you plan your stay.

Pubs

• The White Lion, Great Longstone - Less than a 10 minute stroll away,  a great  village pub.
• The Crispin Inn, Great Longstone - Also only a short walk away, traditional village pub serving food.
• The Packhorse, Little Longstone - Lovely historic character features in this compact pub – promotes itself with Walkers and Muddy boots welcome.’ It is worth booking a table for a group as it is popular with the locals.
• The Manners, Bakewell - Gastro pub with great food and a family friendly beer garden in the heart of Bakewell.
• The Royal Oak, Hurdlow - Our award winning pub offers open fires, hidden corners, local ales and of course ‘great home-made pub food’ as it should be. Groups welcome - booking advised.
• The Bull, Ashford in the Water - Traditional Robinson small character pub serving great food. Lovely cosy fire in the winter months.
• Monsal Head Hotel and Stable Bar, Monsal Head - This place has a great viewing area and is a fabulous place to rest and enjoy a pint in the old Stable Barn when walking along the Monsal Trail.
• The Red Lion at Litton - Nestled on the green in the picturesque village of Litton, The Red Lion is one of a very few unspoilt traditional Peak District pubs. This historic inn combines character & quality in a way that is rare in modern pubs.
• Devonshire Arms, Beeley - Set on the Chatsworth Estate, The Devonshire Arms is one of those picturesque country inns at the heart of village life. It offers the charm and character of an historic inn with a contemporary twist! The Brasserie is modern, bright and relaxing while the Inn is cosy and inviting.
• The Bull’s Head, Monyash - A traditional pub located in the heart of Monyash, serving good pub food. Popular with families and walkers.
• The Bridge Inn, Calver - A pub which serves great Spanish tapas.
  

Restaurants

• The Woodyard, Bakewell - Great location by the river in Bakewell for a family friendly Restaurant – Serves both lunch and dinner.
• PieDaniels, Bakewell - A fine French restaurant and cafe bar in the heart of Bakewell offering a selection of fine French & English cuisine.
• Rajas Indian Restaurant, Bakewell - A great Indian restaurant located in the Bridge House just on the edge of the famous Bakewell Bridge. They also do take-aways.
• Lovage- Bakewell, owned and run by former Great British Menu finalist Lee Smith this offers modern food served in relaxed surroundings, also open for coffees and snacks in the day time.

Cafes

• The Bean and Bag, Bakewell - Family run café in the heart of Bakewell offering locally sourced freshly prepared meals, cakes and scones.
• The Upstairs Café, Bakewell - A nice child –friendly café located in the centre of Bakewell.
• Lavender Tea Rooms, Bakewell - A lovely quaint tea room, hidden in the corner of Hebden court, the charming décor includes vintage memorabilia and there’s outside seating in the sheltered courtyard. A great place for afternoon tea.
• Aisseford Tea Room, Ashford in the Water - Pretty village tea room with lots of outdoor seating.
  
• Hassop Station Café & Bookshop - A  family friendly cafe with outdoor covered seating and play, with a focus on food, family & fresh air. Enjoy brunch, lunch or afternoon tea on the terrace on the renown Monsal Trail or in the newly refurbished station building.
• Hobbs Café, Monsal Head Hotel, Monsal Head - Situated at Monsal Head this cosy café offers great views and serves locally made ice cream.
• The Old Smithy Café, Monyash - Rustic! Famous for its breakfast featured in the Top 50 Breakfast Book in the country. Character décor, open year round – walkers and bikers welcome. Also serves lunch daily with dinner on certain days.

Fresh Delivered Meals & Take Aways

• Sauced Here - fantastic selection of home made prepared meals from local chef/cooks - great for large groups. They also provide a full basket of groceries from local producers that can replace a supermarket delivery
• Scoff - Delicious, home-cooked food, delivered to you in the Peak District
• Bakewell Fish and Chip Shop
• Rajas Indian Restaurant
• Eastern Court (Chinese)
• Hope Valley Pizza Co - Take away pizza with free delivery
• Maazi - Sumptuous Indian meal or buffet delivered to your door. Numerous catering options and can also provide waiting on staff and even take away the washing up.
  

1. Spend a day exploring the historic market town of Bakewell

Bakewell is the largest town within the Peak District National Park and is a hub of activity. Market day is on a Monday and as well as a large range of stalls there is also an agricultural market which is definitely worth a look around as it offers a great insight todays farming community. The town also hosts a craft and gift fair every weekend in Brigade town hall. The Bakewell Old House Museum occupies one of the oldest buildings in Bakewell and dates back to 1543, it provides a fascinating glimpse into the towns past and is very interesting and informative with lots to appeal to all ages.Obviously no trip to Bakewell would be complete without sampling an original Bakewell pudding. The Old Original Bakewell Pudding Shop claims to have the old the original recipe and still makes the puddings by hand from the secret recipe.

Click here for a link to further information on Bakewell.

2.Cycle or Walk the Monsal Trail

With the Monsal Trail literally on your door step it would be rude not to take the opportunity to cycle/walk along this old Midland Railway line which runs from Bakewell right up to Blackwell Mill, in Chee Dale. The trail offers 8.5 miles of traffic free and mud free cycling/walking and with the recently reopened tunnels offers one of the most spectacular leisure routes in Britain for cycling, walking and horse riding. The nearest cycle hire is at Hassop station which is great place to stop for a bite to eat or for a coffee and nice piece of homemade cake! There is also a lovely little gift shop and book shop and a children’s play area. If walking it also worth leaving the trail and dropping down in to Monsal Dale itself to enjoy walking along down by the river.

Click here for a link to cycle hire at Hassop Station or here for more information on the Monsal Trail.

3.Take a tour around the Thornbridge Brewery

This award winning brewery is just down the road from the property and for any real ale lover taking a tour of this state-of-the art brewery is not to be missed. Tours take place very Wednesday and Friday at 3pm, booking is advisable. Also if you are lucky enough to be staying with us in the last week of the month, the brewery holds two socials on the last Wednesday (5-9pm) and the last Saturday (12-8pm) of each month. They generally have a range of 10 cask and keg Thornbridge beers, including Thornbridge favourites and also some of their rarer beers. They also run brewery tours on these socials at 6 and 7pm on the Wednesday and 3 and 5pm on the Saturday, again booking is advisable.

Click here for a link to Thornbridge Brewery.

4.Chatsworth House and Park

No visit to the Peak District would be complete without visiting the fabulous Chatsworth House. At Chatsworth there is something to do for every member of the family. The Farmyard and Adventure playground is a brilliant day out for children of all ages - with animal handling, milking demonstrations and daily activities, plus a woodland adventure playground with slides, trampolines and more!Then there is obviously the house itself, steeped with history it’s one of Britain’s greatest stately homes and has been passed down through 16 generations of the Cavendish family. The gardens are equally as impressive as the house, over 100 acres and as well and the beautiful flowers and plants, there are giant water features and sculptures dotted around. Again suitable for all the family, with the maze, the garden trails, and the famous water cascade to keep the little ones occupied.

Click here for a link to Chatsworth House and Park.

5.Walk along the Edges

Baslow, Curbar and Froggatt Edges are only a short drive away and offer a spectacular walking route where you can view both the Dark and White Peaks. These three gritstone edges are part an almost continuous line of cliffs running from Stanage Edge down to Birchen Edge at the southern end. These Edges once famous for millstones, are now known as great places to rock climb. There over 200 rock-climbing routes on Curbar Edge alone, making the edges a mecca for walkers and climbers alike. For walkers Baslow Edge also offers interesting features including a memorial to the Duke of Wellington, a giant rock called the Eagle Stone which in years gone by the young men of Baslow used it to show off their prowess and fitness for marriage by climbing to the top and even some resident Highland cows.There are many different routes, some circular, some linear around the edges and also different staring/finishing points. A nice circular route which also includes walking along the river Derwent can be viewed by clicking here.

A basic weekend supply of the following essentials are supplied (as there are no staff on site if you run outyou will have to replace):

• Hand soap
• Loo rolls (1 x on the holder and 1 spare per bathroom)
• Washing up liquid
• 5 x dishwasher tablets
• 2 x tea towels
• 1 x dish cloth
• Basic cleaning materials
• Utilities - Electric, gas, heating and hot water
• Wifi

Useful Information

• 1 x travel cot (if requested) - please supply your own cot bed linen
• 1 x high chair (if requested)
• Fresh linen with beds made up upon arrival
• Fresh towels - Bath towel per guest & hand towels in the bathrooms
• 1 X log burner in the main lounge - 1 x basket of logs supplied upon arrival (due to health and safety we cannot supply fire lighters or matches)
• 1 x TV with Freeview and 1 x DVD player in the main lounge (HDMI compatible)
• Ipod docking station
• Washing Machine
• Iron & ironing board & indoor clothes airer
• Bedroom 4 can only be accessed via a spiral staircase so not ideal for children/babies
• Right on the Monsal Trail so bringing your bike is a must (no lockable bike storage)
• Christmas- throughout December there will be a Christmas Tree decorated with a set of lights

Cooking and Dining

Any kitchen items that are absolutely vital for your stay, please check with us before your visit to ensure that it is at the property (as things do sometimes get broken).

• Microwave
• Kitchen scales
• Pots, pans, roasting tins, crockery, glassware and cutlery
• 4 x gas hob and electric oven
• Cafetieres
• Kettle
• Dishwasher
• Under counter style fridge and separate freezer
• Toaster
• Dining table in the kitchen seats up to 11 on a mixture of benches and chairs

Outside

• Due to horses on site no dogs are allowed at this venue
• For the comfort of all guests, outdoor shoes are not generally worn on the carpeted area of the house so don’t forget your slippers!
• No fireworks due to livestock nearby
• Noise Policy - due to the quiet rural location, late night noise must be confined to inside the building by 10pm. Neighbours are in close proximity.
• Wifi – we provide free wifi however as the Peak District is in a beautiful rural location sometimes there can be intermittent wifi signal that is beyond our control, we also hope you appreciate that we cannot guarantee wifi if there are technical issues out of our control.
  

Location

• The postcode is DE45 1NY – Important check directions page for more details
• The nearest town is Bakewell
• The nearest village is Great Longstone (walking distance) with village shop and pubs
• There is a small village shop (Sally B's) in the centre of Great Longstone, ideal for essential items and another just in Ashford in the Water Bakewell is a short drive away with a Co-op in the heart of the town or just a 5 minute drive from the town's centre you do have an Aldi.
  
• Parking for 4 cars on the drive

Booking and  Payment Process

• We ask for a 25% deposit to confirm a booking
• The balance is due 12 weeks prior to arrival
• Full payment is due upon booking if it is booked with 12 weeks prior to arrival
• A cautionary damage deposit of £200 is held and returned after your stay
• Click here for a full description of how to make a booking

Shopping Delivery Information

For ease, lots of our guests pre-ordered a shopping delivery. You are very welcome to organise this however, please do make sure you have arranged the delivery time slot to arrive after you have checked in, as we are unable to accept it on your behalf (as the property is let as exclusive use there are no Peak Venues staff on site).

Local Shopping Delivery From Local Producers - Sauced Here.

Keep it local! Our guests often ask for recommendations for local farm shops and butchers for the all-important celebration meals and this is a brilliant and very easy service.  Sauced Here has similar functionality to an on line supermarket but is only stocked by local suppliers in the Peak District - order your wine, meat, vegetables,
dairy and so much more with a choice of over a thousand products and at reasonable prices. It's a great service which delivers straight to your holiday cottage or you can click and collect at a local pick up point. 

Click here to book a delivery slot.