Spacious Family Friendly House, Close to Chatsworth, Haddon Hall, Bakewell and Matlock.
Highlights......
- Five double bedrooms
- 4 bathrooms/en suites
- Sleeps up to 10 adult guests and up to 14 if there are children in the group
- Stunning uninterrupted country views are in abundance from this beautifully presented home
- A fantastic base to explore the many attractions of the Peak District
- You are nearby to not just one but two of Derbyshire's most prestigious stately homes of Chatsworth and Haddon Hall.
- Perfect mix of modern facilities coupled with a traditional cosy lounge, a welcoming conservatory and huge bedrooms.
- Just step out of the door and you can walk to the edge of the Chatsworth Estate in just three and half miles.
- A short drive away is the marvellous market town of Bakewell and the delightful Spa town of Matlock Bath.
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Fabulous for families and mixed groups of up to 10 adult guests and up to 14 with children. There are 5 individually designed bedrooms which can be doubles or twins providing flexible sleeping arrangements.
- Bed 1 - ground floor level (up a few steps off the entrance hall) -large twin or double room with full size bunk beds and use of downstairs shower room or upstairs family bathroom (space for a travel cot)
- Bed 2 - compact twin or double with use of upstairs shower room or family bathroom (no space for a travel cot)
- Bed 3 - twin or double with use of upstairs shower room or family bathroom (space for travel cot)
- Bed 4 - master bedroom - off landing down a few steps - large twin/double room with ensuite shower room (space for travel cot)
- Bed 5 - twin or double room with far reaching views with use of either two family bathrooms (limited space for travel cot)
- Lounge - one sofa bed in lounge for additional children
There is one large luxurious family bathroom, master bedroom en suite and two further shower rooms.
Cooking and Dining
The kitchen/dining and conservatory areas are open plan creating a very spacious environment for communal socialising. A fully fitted modern kitchen has been installed making cooking and catering for a large group a easy task.
There is a large double fridge/freezer, two double ovens with hobs, a dishwasher, microwave and plenty of cookware, crockery, utensils, glassware and all the other items essential for making your stay comfortable.
The dining area is the central hub of the ground floor and the table and chairs provide comfortable dining space for up to 10 adults guests and 4 children
Living Spaces
From the large entrance hall furnished with warm oak flooring and exposed stonework there are a couple of steps which lead up to the gorgeous lounge. The focal point of the room is the wonderful fireplace which houses a double sided log burner that can be enjoyed from both the lounge and the entrance hall.
With plenty of comfortable seating there is also a large wide screen TV and DVD player.
In addition to the lounge is a wonderful light and airy conservatory which is situated off the open plan kitchen/dining room. Super views from here can be enjoyed come rain or shine.
Garden and Outdoor Space
Leading off the kitchen, there is a paved patio area which provides privacy and a wonderful external dining space for a BBQ ( built in coal BBQ provided but please bring your own coal and lighting equipment). Outdoor seating in the form of picnic benches is provided, available for use from 01st April through to 31st October.
The view from the outside of the property can be enjoyed from various seating areas. Although there is not a formal garden as such, you can enjoy an enclosed plot safe for dogs and children (if the gates are closed). The garden area has been landscaped with well stocked raised rockery borders.
There is private parking for strictly a maximum of five cars and there is no additional parking on Lumb Lane. Due to the residential location it is not suitable for hen and stag groups - we have plenty of other properties we can recommend!
Property Information
Our standard arrival and departure times are:
- 4pm on the day of arrival
- By 10am on the day of departure
Please do respect these times as they are in place to allow the housekeeping teams enough time to thoroughly clean the property before and after your stay
- Please remove dirty or high heeled shoes on entry
- Please do not bring any candles, tea lights or incense sticks as they are not allowed at the property
- Please no fireworks or Chinese lanterns
- No drones
- No smoking or vaping inside the property. Vaping can trigger the fire alarms
- We ask that any outside socialising be brought inside by 9pm. We kindly ask that neighbours and local residents are not disturbed after this time- please make sure the kitchen sliding door is closed, once inside, as this does then contain any noise. For more information please see our Noise and Behaviour Policy
- Not suitable for Hen and Stag groups or parties
- No glitter please, as even the most eco-friendly kind is impossible to get off the furnishings and hard wearing floors
- No Karaoke machines of any type
If you are looking for a holiday cottage that is accessible for everyone we have a wealth of properties that are suitable for guests with varied access needs. Many of our properties are situated in rural locations, offering peaceful settings that would be suitable for guests with autism & learning difficulties.
- No ground floor bedroom
- Bedroom 1 leads from the entrance hall but is accessed via 7 steps up to it
- The property does not have level access throughout as there are numerous steps up and down from the main entrance hallway
- Shower room with toilet and basin on the lower level floor
- Level access from the French doors in the kitchen to the patio BBQ area
- Beds are flexible and can be made as twins or doubles
- TV's with subtitles
- Parking is close to the main entrance
- The front garden has great countryside views, so can offer a calm and tranquil setting
- We are supportive of anyone who needs to bring an assistance dog or guide dog to the property
Peak Venues have a dedicated Accessibility Champion who will be able to assist you with specific property information, please contact them by email for any further help at hello@peakvenues.co.uk
The Peak District and Surrounding Area
Just a short walk up the lane from Holly Bank there is a pleasant 3.5 mile walk on bridle and foot paths to the edge of Chatsworth Estate, if you walk a further 1.5 miles you can even walk to House. This walks meanders through woodland down to the village of Beeley, where you could stop for a drink and bite to eat at the lovely Devonshire Arms and then alongside the River Derwent all the way to Chatworth House. The Chatsworth Estate is well worth a visit, offering something different for everyone, whether it’s visiting the impressive 105 acre garden, the farmyard and adventure playground or just taking a stroll within its 1000 acre parkland.
You are also literally a short drive away from the most amazing of Peak District treats for you to enjoy - Chatsworth House (15 mins), Haddon Hall (15 minutes), spa town of Matlock and Matlock Bath (10 minutes) to name just a few.
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