Applehoe has been lovingly restored to create a warm and inviting cottage perfect for couples or small families. Within walking distance to two great village pubs and the Monsal Trail is on your doorstep.
Applehoe Cottage has been fully renovated and has lots of charm and some lovely individual features. It is perfect for small families or couples alike with two stylish bedrooms sleeping up to 4 guests in two individually styled double bedrooms
The layout is as follows:
The family bathroom is fitted with a modern contemporary suite comprising of a shower over bath, wash basin and wc. There is a full length mirror in the bathroom too.
Your beds are made up for your arrival and for added comfort we provide each guest with fresh towels and hand soap.
Applehoe Cottage has a modern and fully equipped galley kitchen fitted with a full sized electric oven, four ring gas hob, under counter fridge with freezer space and a washing machine.
The kitchen is designed to cleverly utilise the space and there is plenty of room to prepare and cook your meals. There is lots of equipment, cutlery, glassware and crockery so you don't need to bring anything with you.
The dining area is situated at the end of the kitchen with a farmhouse table and a mix of fixed benches and chairs to provide a generous seating area. Its the perfect place to sit and chat with a glass of wine, while the chef's get cooking!
As you walk into Applehoe Cottage you are immediately welcomed by the fabulous living room which has lots of original features and fitted out with comfort and style in mind.
Featuring a beamed ceiling throughout, wooden floors, and an impressive stone fireplace (decorative log burner only- not able to be used), all of which are traditional cottage features. With central heating throughout the cottage you will be toasty and warm on a winters break. The stylish furniture features two big comfy sofas in the living room, decked out with lots of plush cushions and throws, and with lots of interesting and quirky features its the perfect place to relax and cosy up with a good book or watch a film.
For those that like a little entertainment there is a TV with Freeview, DVD player and selection of DVD's, board games and a bluetooth speaker.
Applehoe is in prime location in the heart of Great Longstone village. There is a little outhouse across from the cottage which is perfect for storing your bicycles (room for 4). In here you will also find all your cleaning equipment and the dryer.
Free on street car parking is available immediately outside the property with more free parking available on Main Street.
Whilst Applehoe doesn't have any outdoor space of its own, you are a 2 minute walk from a fantastic gastro pub - The White Lion. This pub has lots of outdoor seating - perfect for alfresco dining in the summer months and the dog friendly snug room is perfect for a post walk pint.
Our standard arrival and departure times are:
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 sta
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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.
Providing a wonderful village accommodation, Applehoe Cottage is a few steps away from a selection of heart-warming country pubs The Crispin Inn, The White Lion and a little further, in Little Longstone The Pack Horse, all of which provide great food, local ales and a warm welcome. You will also find Great Longstone village shop which is brimming with essentials and local produce. A couple of steps away on the opposite side of the lane, you can buy fresh milk and eggs from Church Lane Farm - open 24 hours with an honesty box!
One of the best features of this location is you are only a few minutes walk/bike ride from the Monsal Trail - for unbeatable famous views of the viaduct at Monsal Head.
Applehoe Cottage 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.
Main Street, Great Longstone, Derbyshire, DE45 1TG
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• Follow signs to the A6 (Buxton Road)- continue along this for 1.3 miles
• After 1.5 miles, turn right onto A6020 (signposted to Chesterfield, Sheffield A2020 (A619) Ashford in the Water)
• Follow A6020 for 1.2 miles
• Turn left onto Longreave Lane (signposted to Great Longstone & Rowland)
• Follow the road under the bridge and keep left (road turns into Main Street)
• Continue on Main Street for 0.6 miles
• As you drive into Great Longstone, Applehoe cottage is located on the left hand side of Main Street. Its easy to spot as the white gable end faces out on to the footpath. (If you go past the shop on the left hand side you have gone too far! )
• You have arrived at Applehoe Cottage- parking is on the street
• Following signs to the A619 take Bakewell Road and continue along Bakewell Road for 0.3 miles• Get in the middle lane to turn right onto A619 (signposted to Bakewell, Buxton (A6), Beeley, Rowsley, Matlock (A6) & Haddon Hall)• Follow A619 for 2 miles• Take the right hand turn onto A6020 (signposted Buxton A6020 (A6) & Ashford in the Water)
• Follow road down for 0.7 miles
• At the roundabout go straight over continuing on A6020
• Follow A6020 for a further 0.8 miles
• Turn right onto Longreave Lane (signposted to Great Longstone & Rowland)
• Follow the road under the bridge and keep left (road turns into Main Street)
• Continue on Main Street for 0. 6 miles
• As you drive into Great Longstone, Applehoe cottage is located on the left hand side of Main Street. Its easy to spot as the white gable end faces out on to the footpath. (If you go past the shop on the left hand side you have gone too far! )
• You have arrived at Applehoe Cottage- parking is on the street
Directions to Applehoe by car from Buxton (roundabout by Morrison's) (approx. 25 minutes)
• Follow signs to the A6 (Bakewell Road)- continue along this for approx. 10 miles
• Turn left onto A6020 (signposted to Chesterfield, Sheffield A2020 (A619) Ashford in the Water)
• Follow A6020 for 1.2 miles
• Turn left onto Longreave Lane (signposted to Great Longstone & Rowland)
• Follow the road under the bridge and keep left (road turns into Main Street)
• Continue on Main Street for 0.6 miles
• As you drive into Great Longstone, Applehoe cottage is located on the left hand side of Main Street. Its easy to spot as the white gable end faces out on to the footpath. (If you go past the shop on the left hand side you have gone too far! )
• You have arrived at Applehoe Cottage - parking is on the street
The following comments are taken straight from the guestbook we keep for Applehoe Cottage. Verbatim.
Great Longstone is a wonderful village, vibrant with a church, shop and two pubs! Ideal base for walking and sight seeing in the Peak District
Applehoe Cottage was so cosy and comfortable and we cannot wait to come back and spend more time there. The beds are blissful and the shower mega powerful. Alex was a fabulous host, fixing a small issue quickly and conveniently. Great Longstone is a very pretty village with 2 fantastic pubs of its own and a third in the village next door. Bakewell is only a few minutes drive away and full of even more delicious cafes and bakeries than we’d imagined, as well as a beautiful park and river, with some enormous fish in it. We will definitely be back!!
lovely location, great village. Best place for dog walking we've been, apart from the lakes were we're from.. Recommend the ridge walk above the village in the morning and a walk into Bakewell. Chatsworth gardens were fantastic and dogs allowed. Will use again.
The cottage is set in a village location with 2 pubs within walking distance. We had no issues with the on street parking, the cottage is compact but has everything you need inside. It's decorated with modern finishes and an excellent power shower which was much needed after a day's walking. I would definitely re book and recommend.
Lovely comfortable cottage, well equipped. The only thing l would be careful of is the shower which when first turned on, sprayed cold & then very hot water. In walking distance of two local pubs, both providing good choice of food & very welcoming.
We had a lovely stay at Applehoe Cottage. It’s in a great location for the Monsal Trail and the two village pubs served delicious food. Would highly recommend and would love to stay again.
Lovely little cottage clean and cosy
We loved Applehoe cottage. The location is incredible especially if you like hiking and walking in the beautiful countryside. We were very comfortable in the home and would go back again. It was such a wonderful stay!
Lovely cottage, and the hosts were amazing. Super clear with check in and checkout instructions
Great house, in pretty village. Ideal location for local attractions. Description and photos were spot on. Will look to return soon.
Lovely roomy and warm cottage for two couples, with the Monsal walk on the doorstep and plenty of others nearby.
Lovely cottage and great location. Clean and tidy with very comfortable beds.
Great location and beautiful, pristine home. Everything was easy!
Loved this location! Perfect to explore the surrounding area. The village was great and there’s a park close by that the kids had a great time playing in. Very comfortable sofas and a cosy living room to chill out in during the evening. Good sized beds which were also comfortable. Thanks for a great stay.
We had a lovely stay and didn’t have any issues.
Stayed here for a couple nights with friends, it was so cozy and we felt right at home. Would recommend to anyone visiting the peaks district!
Beautiful cottage, perfect location
Great little cottage. Two good pubs within walking distance and close to Thornbridge Hall and the Monsal trail into Bakewell. Thornbridge brewery was also close by and worth a visit. FYI the cottage has a 4pm check in and 10am check out time.
A great location for a few lovely days exploring Chatsworth, Bakewell, Buxton & the Monsal Trail. A really cosy cottage, super comfy beds. It was a great base & easy walking access without needing the car once we were there.
We spent a very happy weekend at Applehoe Cottage to celebrate a family birthday. We managed to get out and about in spite of the wintry weather and enjoyed eating out on the doorstep in a few of the pubs/local restaurants. The cottage made a very cosy base and is very well appointed. Highly recommended!
Great location, nice restaurants, clean house and flexible check-in
Lovely cottage, very cosy & homely. Peaceful surroundings great to cycle on Monsal Trail & walks. Fully equipped for cooking etc
When we arrived, this beautifully renovated old cottage was warm and welcoming. The description and photos of the cottage were accurate. Despite being located on the main ‘road’ through the village we were not disturbed by any road noise.
Really nice and cosy cottage. Very quiet area, check in was easy. Overall really pleased with our stay. Thank you for making our stay so convenient.
Beautiful cottage in a lovely setting ! Thank you for a wonderful weekend!
Enjoyed our stay in this snug and comfortable house
We had a lovely stay at Applehoe cottage, it's a really cosy cottage in a lovely little village near a couple of nice pubs. The cottage had a lovely interior and the beds were especially comfy! All in all we had a great stay, thank you!
Smashing, cosy, warm cottage with all we needed for a long weekend in blustery November. Clean and nicely furnished, we had everything we needed.
Lovely cottage and we felt at home. Lots of nice pubs/restaurants within walking distance. Village and surrounding countryside beautiful. We had a fab weekend.
Fabulous weekend
The cottage was perfect for 4 of us for the weekend. The owner communicated well and was on hand to help us with a small issue and was happy to accommodate! The kitchen was well equipped, although we could not find the coffee machine, just the pods. We enjoyed our weekend here and would happily stay again!
Applehoe cottage was very quaint, charming and cosy. Peak Venues information contained everything we needed for our 2 night stay. A bonus having 2 walkable village pubs serving good food too! Would highly recommend.
Beautiful cottage in a very picturesque village, easy to park on the street, matched the pictures well, perfect cottage to stay in. Perfect to explore the Peak District.
Lovely cottage in a lovely Location.
My family and I have recently had a wonderful stay at Applehoe Cottage. The cottage is set in a beautiful village conveniently situated for some great sightseeing by car or if you love walking and hiking the scenery won’t disappoint you. In the village are two pub restaurants in very short walking distance. The Crispin and The White Lion. We ate at The White Lion and the food was extremely good especially their homemade beef pie. The cottage itself is beautiful. The interior is tastefully decorated and very comfortable. The owners have done everything to ensure their guests feel at home. The beds are very comfortable (and that is saying something from one who suffers with a bad back) with quality bedding and fluffy white towels. You will never run short of hot water or be disappointed with the Bathrooms powerful shower. In short the cottage has everything you need to enjoy your stay and feel welcome. We will definitely return to Applehoe Cottage but next time we aim to stay longer.
We stayed at Applehoe Cottage for 3 days, directions were clear and the cottage was exactly as described. Clean, comfortable and with plenty of kitchen equipment. Everything looked great and there were lots of local recommendations. Perfect distance from Bakewell and Chatsworth etc, we had a nice walk on a trail from Great Longstone to Little Longstone which was very enjoyable. Thanks for having us and we'd definitely visit again.
Excellent cottage and location
We had a fantastic time and would come back and recommend it forward. Thank you.
Beautiful cottage in lovely location. Spotlessly clean and well equipped. We would definitely return.
It was a charming Airbnb, exactly as described. Perfect for our weekend away in the Peak District.
Lovely cottage, clean and beautifully maintained. Had a very restful stay. Thanks very much we had a lovely time. Beautiful cottage and will be recommending to friends.
Superb location for walking and local pubs.
Beautiful area, easy access to the Monsal trail, friendly local restaurants and local residents. The cottage was as described and ideal for a short stay.
Great location for our weekend in the Peak District. Easy to do walks from the cottage and the pubs in the village are ideal for an evening drink. Cottage itself was very cosy, beds were comfy and it had everything we needed for our stay.
lovely cottage in a lovely village. Great location
Really lovely cottage in Great Longstone with fabulous pubs nearby
Beautiful little cottage. Great decor, everything we needed. Good Shower, great mirrors, large soft towels, comfortable bed and lounges. No Complaints.
Great stay at Applehoe cottage, beautiful place, very cosy, great location. Would love to stay again!
Really enjoyed our stay at The Cottage - cute and quaint which is everything we wanted. The hosts were thoughtful enough to leave milk for the tea and coffee as well as some much appreciated complimentary biscuits. Would definitely stay again!
We had such a wonderful stay here! The cottage was very cosey, spotlessly clean, with everything you could possibly need. The beds were incredibly comfy and the location completely silent, so we slept like logs. The shower was both powerful and hot, which was exactly what we needed after a long day out and about. From here we were near everything we wanted to do in the Peaks. Just down the road within walking distance were three pubs all serving wonderful food and Bakewell just down the road with spots for lunch and dinner, but be wared, for evening meals you really must book! I cannot praise this place enough, really the most perfect place to stay and probably one of the nicest we're been to in a long-long while. We're already talking about coming back!
Lovely cottage in a beautiful part of the Peak District. Very comfortable and cosy with great amenities. Would definitely recommend. 👍
Great little cottage in lovely peaceful village. Enjoyed our stay. Would definitely consider a return visit.
Lovely cottage, everything we needed. Had thought it was in Bakewell but ended up a short drive away - I should have checked that before booking! But not a complaint. The village was peaceful and convenient for us!
Applehoe cottage is a beautiful property in a cute country village. The location is fantastic for the local area or a base for exploring the Peak District and surrounding areas. Everything was as described, cosy, clean and welcoming. I would definitely book again in the future. Thank you for a lovely stay Alex.
Beautiful cottage! We loved our stay here. Immaculately clean and had everything we needed. Beds are super comfy too!
We had a lovely stay. Great location for walking and close drive to many lovely restaurants
Lovely cottage, really enjoyed our stay, nice comfy beds and sofas to relax in. Great hot shower and efficient heating. Local pubs served really good food. We found the kitchen table bar under the table top too low for the seating so you cant fit your legs under, so you have to sit sort of side saddle, that was the one thing we would suggest changing. Otherwise we would be keen to rebook.
Amazing stay - couldn’t recommend the cottage more if you’re looking for a quiet stay in the Peak District!
Everything was great with the holiday cottage – thank you.
Lovely place, ideal setting for walks. Even though there’s no set parking, there was no problem finding space on the road outside. Only issue was a leaky hot tap in the bathroom.
This was my first AirB&B booking, the property was beautifully presented and homely. Clean, tidy and just what myself and my friend needed. Short car journey to Edale where we were walking for the day and in the evening the local pub was a stones throw by foot. Will definitely book again to show my husband and our child the joys of the Peak District and the walks it has to offer.
A lovely cottage and a great place to explore the surrounding area.
Pleasant short stay in the Peak District . Great location, quiet area, no disturbances. We were a family of two adults and a toddler. Travel cot and high chair supplied. Cottage was clean and well equipped. Our trip was Hampered by snow however the cottage was warm and cosy. Two pubs within walking distance.
Beautiful cottage in a peaceful and beautiful village. Less than 5 minutes walk to two local pubs up the road - both very cozy and served great food! Cottage was clean and very cozy. Easy self-check in and great instructions and information provided prior to our stay. Would highly recommend and we would love to return in the future!
Great place in a scenic town. The decor of the house is modern and stylish with details of original structures. The town is cute and well-kept. Overall great experience in Peak District.
Chic but very cosy cottage with beautiful countryside and walks on the doorstep. We'll definitely be back.
The house was lovely and the beds super comfy. we loved our stay.
Charming Cottage, in a great Peak District village
Delightful cottage, very comfortable, cosy and in a great location.
Wonderful cottage in a lovely village. Perfect spot for a holiday in the peaks. The house was spotlessly clean and very well equipped. Will definitely be back.
Great little cottage in a great location for exploring the Peak District. Booked it pretty last minute and was really happy with how easy everything thing was. Would recommend for a short getaway! Alex was also really friendly.”
Beautiful cottage situated in a great location for exploring the Peak District. We had a wonderful stay and would fully recommend.
The cottage really was lovely and in such a nice location! We would love to come back again next year - thank you to your Airbnb for being a part of us falling in love with the Peak District!
Had a great stay at Applehoe. Perfect for two couples and a dog using as a base to explore the Peak District
Great place - amazing pubs close by and super easy process of checking in and out
Our stay at Applehoe Cottage was excellent - the cottage is super cosy and came with everything we needed, the location is perfect and our host went above and beyond - particularly when we'd accidentally locked ourselves out! Can't recommend staying here highly enough.
Wonderful cozy comfy cottage, great location. Highly recommend. “Thanks for having us, it was a lovely place and a great holiday. The cottage is beautiful and the beds are so comfy.”
This is a perfect little place as a base to explore the area. Very close to Bakewell less than 10mins drive, 15 mins to Chatsworth. Monsal Trail is on the door step although we drove at the different points due to our youngest child. Lovely pubs few mins up there road, we went to both on the same road serving hearty meals and welcoming dogs. Small village shop up the road selling made coffee and basics. Cottage has a very well equipped kitchen, well presented property, great property and perfect for small family and one dog. 2 bedrooms with two double beds has washing machine, tumble dryer. No dishwasher although stated in welcome pack but not big deal as easy to clean by hand. Would return again and would recommend this as a great base for exploring.
Great spot, great location, perfect little cottage. Would absolutely recommend.
Our third visit. Love the cottage and the comfy beds
Very nice cottage, good location for local attractions. Great pub nearby at the white lion.
Cosy and quaint cottage in a fabulous location for walking and exploring the Peaks.
Lovely stay thank you
One of the best airbnbs I have stayed in.
Delightful cottage in a beautiful village.
Perfect spot to explore the Peak District including Buxton, Bakewell and Hope Valley by car. Everything was close. Such a cozy cottage! Beds were super comfy, great water pressure for a nice shower or bath after a long day exploring, and lots of pubs and a convenience store close by. Loved it
Lovely cottage warm and cosy. Comfy beds
Lovely accommodation!
Perfectly clean, cosy, stylish cottage. Great location, beautifully decorated, very well equipped. Highly recommended. We’d love to stay again one day.
A cosy comfortable cottage in an excellent location for exploring the Peak District and only 10 minutes from Chatsworth. 3 pubs with a mile, all good, the Packhorse is particularly recommended.
The cottage is gorgeous- warm and cosy. The beds are great. It has everything you need. Good pub up the road. Fabulous stay all round. The cottage is lovely. Warm and cosy. Very comfortable. The host answered my queries quickly. It was all great and we will be back
This is a fantastic cottage very well Laid out and beautifully furnished and very comfortable We absolutely loved staying here especially after a day of exploring the Derbyshire dales we would love to come back to this beautiful cottage and would highly recommend 😀
Lovely, cosy little cottage in a beautiful location. Plenty to do in and around the area. Highly recommend. The owners communication was great. Very quick replies. Would definitely go back again for when we decide to visit the Peak District again
A gorgeous cottage in a beautiful village. Great location to explore Bakewell, Chatsworth and other neighbouring towns. So many lovely walks to explore from the cottage and plenty of pubs in walking distance; we highly recommend the Packhorse Inn in Little Longstone which is only a 15 minute walk. A wonderful stay Hannah
Applehoe cottage is a cosy, clean, comfortable and amazing place to stay. It’s in the middle of a lovely village close to most of the amenities. It’s walking distance to three pubs, great place to eat and socialise. Thank you Alex for being such a good host.
Perfect Cottage in a Perfect Location
Brilliant well equipped cottage. close to 3 great pubs. Walking distance to Bakewell (1 hour -pleasant walk). Very clean and looked after. Would definitely book again.
Brilliant well equipped cottage close to 3 great pubs. Walking distance to bakewell (1 hour pleasant walk). Very clean and looked after. Would definitely book again.
“Lovely cottage in the heart of the village! Had everything you needed and check in was very easy!” “Lovely home thank you for having us”
Enjoyed our stay at Applehoe Cottage the cottage is furnished to a high standard and spotless set in a beautiful village great location for exploring the Peak District only issue was the WI Fi Which doesn’t seem to work most of the time
“This is the perfect little getaway cottage. We were 2 couples with 2 little dogs and loved our stay. Walking distance to two lovely pubs - great location for walks. Cottage itself is lovely - got everything you need and lovely spacious living room”
“Great place to stay. Very well equipped and comfortable. Village lovely with both pubs doing great food.”
“Beautiful cottage in a very scenic area of the country. The cottage was perfect for a family of family of 3. It was very clean and modern. It had all amenities and the kitchen was very well equipped. There is a great pub less than 5mins from the cottage that serves absolutely great food and places like Bakewell, Buxton and Dovedale are all within very short distance in a car.” “Hello, We loved our stay at Applehoe cottage. It was extremely clean and located in a very scenic village.
A really lovely place in a great village. Beautifully presented and well equipped. Thanks so much. will be recommending it to friends. Sophia
Cosy cottage, beautifully decorated and spotlessly clean.
Applehoe Cottage is in the perfect location for exploring the Derbyshire Dales. The cottage is well equipped and extremely clean. The sofas and beds are very comfortable and lovely soft towels are provided. The kitchen is on the cosy side but well equipped. We highly recommend The White Lion a few minutes' walk away (you need to book). We ate in the garden at the back one evening and another evening had a delicious take away pizza from them.
“Beautiful place to stay, interior was perfect and with everything you need. Modern whilst still cosy at the same time. Perfect for a group or family looking to get away in the Peak District. Hosts were quick to respond and very friendly. Will definitely return here again.”
“.... We have had a wonderful time, we are sad to leave so soon but thank you so much again. You have a beautiful cottage in a wonderful location. We have been to the area a lot in recent years and your cottage is the best by far!! Thank you for having us....”
“Gorgeous cottage, very comfortable, well equipped to a very high standard. . Great location. The host was really helpful and kind. It’s a shame there is no outside space, but other than that perfect.”
“Alex's place was outstanding in every way. I stayed here with my partner and parents for a long weekend in the Peaks and I'm really glad we picked her cottage! We found the place sparkling clean, extremely stylish and perfectly equipped, particularly as we spent a lot of time eating in due to COVID19 (the kitchen had all the utensils you could possibly wish for!) It's really close to a lot of places like Bakewell, Chatsworth and Ladybower, but in a lovely, quiet village for those who don't have a car and fancy local walks/a lovely little local pub. Alex herself was very friendly and prompt at replying and check-in/check-out were super straightforward. All in all, absolutely cannot fault this place and will definitely be recommending to all my friends!”
“Alex was an excellent host and replied to my messages very quickly. The cottage itself is stunning, the interior was immaculate and it was a very stylish, warm and cosy space to come back to after a day of hiking. The kitchen was full of everything we needed for our stay and had a great selection of equipment and crockery for us to make our own meals. The beds were also incredibly comfortable. The location is great too, it's a 5 minute drive from Bakewell and is central enough to be close to a number of hike trails, which suited us perfectly. I couldn't recommend this cottage enough, we had a fantastic stay. Thank you Alex!”
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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.
With the Monsal Trail so close by 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.
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. With a large, social Tap Room that now serves fresh pizzas every day it's a great place to unwind after a day exploring the Peak District with comfy sofas and space to allocate larger groups. Dog friendly too.
Click here for a link to Thornbridge Brewery.
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.
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.
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