Rose Cottage

Sleeps 4

Pretty Bolthole Cottage nestled in the rural village of Chelmorton

Highlights

  • 2 bedrooms,1 master bedroom with superking double or twin bed and 1 bunk bed room ideal for 2 children
  • Shared ground floor shower room
  • Sleeps 2-4 guests.
  • Dog Friendly and cycle friendly
  • A beautiful secluded cottage, nestled in the pretty village of Chelmorton
  • Lots of outdoor garden space and a secluded pergola with outdoor dining area in the rear garden
  • Ideally located for both Buxton and Bakewell. Bring your walking boots for days out in the world-renowned hills or your bikes to make the most of the nearby High Peak Trail. After your day out exploring, curl up in front of the wood burner or, head up to the village pub for some homemade food and real ales

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Rose Cottage has been fully renovated and has lots of charm and individual, quirky features. It is perfect for small families or couples alike with two stylish bedrooms sleeping up 2-4 guests

The layout is as follows:

  • Bedroom 1 - Super king-size double or twin bed   
  • Bedroom 2 - Bunk bedroom ideal for young children (not suitable for adults)
  • Double Sofa bed available in the living room 
  • The ground floor family shower room is fitted with a modern contemporary suite comprising of a walk-in shower, wash basin and WC.

Your beds are made up for your arrival and we provide each guest with a fresh hand towel and bath sheet.


Cooking and Dining

Rose Cottage has a brand new, modern and fully equipped kitchen fitted with a full sized electric oven, four ring electric hob, under counter fridge with freezer space and lots of counter space with views out to the rear garden.

The kitchen has been designed to utilise 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 in the kitchen with a good sized table and a mix of a bench 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! 

Off the kitchen is a utility area fitted with a washing machine and tumble dryer.

Living

The living room in Rose Cottage is warm and inviting and a great place to relax and unwind after a days exploring.

Featuring a beamed ceiling throughout,  an impressive decorative stone fireplace with a log burner and central heating throughout the cottage.  A further doorway takes you out onto the front patio area and large front garden. The stylish furniture features two big comfy sofas in the living room, decked out with plush cushions and throws. Finished with lots of interesting and quirky features its the perfect place to relax and cosy up with a good book.

For those that like a little entertainment there is a Smart TV with Netflix & Amazon Prime, DVD player and selection of DVD's, Amazon Echo Dot/Alexa and a selection of books. 

Outdoors

The grounds of Rose Cottage are truly impressive and rare to find with a small cottage. Featuring a secluded and private back garden with patio and seating area for alfresco dining. A charcoal BBQ is available for use April - October. (Please note that behind the garden is an enclosed croft and occasionally there may be livestock in here so we kindly ask all guests to keep dogs on a lead).

To the side of the property is an old potting shed which can be used for bicycle storage for up to 4 bikes. There is also a hose pipe on the side of the outhouse where you can wash your bikes and boots!

To the front of the property is a huge lawned garden with pretty borders that flower all through spring and summer. 

The cottage is set back from the main street and the driveway can easily accommodate 2/3 cars. There is also free on street car parking outside the cottage should you prefer to park on the road.

Key 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
  • Fireworks and Chinese lanterns are not allowed
  • No smoking or vaping inside the property. Vaping can trigger the fire alarms
  • We ask that all outside socialising be brought inside by 10pm. We kindly ask that neighbours and local residents are not disturbed after this time., for more information please see our Noise and Behaviour Policy 
  • Not suitable for Hen and Stag groups
  • No glitter please as even the most eco friendly kind is impossible to remove from the soft 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.

  • ​Ground Floor Shower room with toilet and basin
  • One of the beds is flexible and can be made as a twin or double
  • Parking is gravelled and close to the cottage entrance
  • Level access to the front and rear of the property
  • Established planting throughout Spring and Summer so offers ever changing colours and textures
  • Private rear garden offering a calm and tranquil setting
  • Ground floor accommodation is all on level access
  • 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

Chelmorton and The Peak District

Chelmorton is a classic White Peak limestone village set in stunning upland scenery, and a very quiet and peaceful village. It is one of the highest villages not only in Derbyshire, but all England and this region is known locally as Top Country. One of the dominant features of the White Peak landscape are the limestone walls and there is nowhere better to see these than in and around Chelmorton. 

The strip like crofts and patchwork of walls run at right angles off the main street and date back to medieval times. The village is built along this single street running up to the church of St John the Baptist, with its' graceful spire topped by a weather vane in the shape of a locust. Behind the church is Chelmorton Low (low in the Peak perversely signifies a height) and from here the delightful Illy Willy Water stream runs down through the village. Opposite the church is the village pub, The Church Inn is a family friendly pub serving great homemade dishes and local ales. It also has a great outdoor seating area for whiling away a summer evening. Booking a table is recommended

Further afield you will find the pretty market town of Bakewell less than 10 minutes drive from the cottage. Here you will find an abundance of local businesses and independent retailers selling lots of lovely things. A 10 minute drive in the other direction brings you to Buxton, another lovely market town famed for its natural spa waters. Visit the stunning Buxton Opera House, stroll around the Pavilion Gardens or head to Pooles Cavern where you will find the Go Ape adventure course and lots of fabulous walking around the 2 million year old limestone cave! 

Rose Cottage is a short drive (or an hours country walk!) to a fabulous pub The Royal Oak at Hurdlow which boasts an expansive menu of home-cooked food. Also the recently refurbished The Bull I Thorn offering homemade wood fired pizza with fresh dough made daily by our Italian chef, tasty burgers and classic British pub meals on the menu.  

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How To Find Rose Cottage

Directions

The address of Rose Cottage is:

Main Street, Chelmorton, Buxton, Derbyshire. SK17 9SH

Approx. GPS coordinates of the property are: 53.226484, -1.833744

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The postcode takes you to centre of the village, please read further directions below.

Directions to Rose Cottage by car from Bakewell (approx. 10 mins): 

  • ​From the centre of Bakewell (roundabout by The Rutland in Bakewell Square) follow signs for the A6 towards Buxton (Buxton Road).
  •  Once on A6 follow the road for approx. 7.2 miles (follow the bypass until the end) then a further mile on the A6 you will see signs for Chelmorton and the A5270.
  • Turn left onto the A5270, also known as Old Coalpit Lane, follow this road for approx 1.2 miles
  • Turn left onto Common Lane and follow all the way to the end (approx half a mile) Common Lane is a single track road with passing places. 
  • At the end of Common Lane you will reach a T junction, turn right and you are now on Main Street in the village. The speed limit is 30mph in the village
  • Once on Main Street follow the road down the village for approx 600ft. You will go past a number of houses and farms on both sides. Rose cottage is on the right hand side of the road, and is set back from the road. 
  • Look out for Sycamore Barn on the left hand side, its a large roadside barn with a big glass front window. The wooden double gates and Rose Cottage are exactly opposite on the right handside. (If you go past the War Memorial/Village Institute on the left hand side you have gone too far)!
  • You have arrived at Rose Cottage!

Directions to Rose Cottage by car from Buxton (approx. 10 minutes): 

  • Follow signs to the A6 until you come to the roundabout by Morrison’s supermarket. From this round about follow signs for A6 to Bakewell (Bakewell Road).
  • Once on A6 follow the road for approx. 4.2 miles.
  • As you climb up the A6 you will see signposts for Chelmorton and the A5270, turn right onto the A5270 (Old Coalpit Lane) and follow for approx 1.2 miles
  • Turn left onto Common Lane and follow all the way to the end (approx half a mile) Common Lane is a single track road with passing places. 
  • At the end of Common Lane you will reach a T junction, turn right and you are now on Main Street in the village. The speed limit is 30mph in the village
  • Once on main street follow the road down the village for approx 600ft. You will go past a number of houses and farms on both sides. Rose cottage is on the right hand side of the road, and is set back from the road. 
  • Look out for Sycamore Barn on the left hand side, its a large roadside barn with a big glass front window. The wooden double gates and Rose Cottage are exactly opposite on the right hand side. (If you go past the War Memorial/Village Institute on the left hand side you have gone too far)!
  • You have arrived at Rose Cottage!

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Your Stay At Rose Cottage

Our Favourite Places to Eat Nearby

Pubs

The Church Inn, Chelmorton - Just a 5 minute stroll up the road, a great village pub serving homemade food.​

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 i'th Thorn

, Hurdlow - pub and pizzeria, enjoy a selection of made to order oven pizzas in the refurbished spacious room, with a mixture of booth seating and individual tables - or sit in the bar area, still featuring some of the traditional charm from the days of the old coaching inn and enjoy burgers / sandwiches/ grazing boards, pub classics, children's menu and desserts to die for.


The Queens Arms - Taddington - a classic country pub serving traditional pub dishes, local ales and good wine. Enjoy the beer garden in the warmer months- is walkable across the fields from the property.

The Bull’s Head, Monyash - A traditional pub located in the heart of Monyash, serving good pub food. Popular with families and walkers. 

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 Blind Bull, Little Hucklow - Recently refurbished 12th Century Inn serving great local and seasonal dishes with a fabulous beer garden                                                  

The Bulls Head Inn at Foolow. Popular local pub serving great seasonal home cooked food and fantastic local ales


Restaurants

Restaurant Lovage, Bakewell -  A modern British restaurant with a casual country vibe, brought to you by Great British Menu finalist Lee Smith.

PieDaniels, Bakewell - A fine French restaurant and cafe bar in the heart of Bakewell offering a selection of fine French & English cuisine.

Fischers at Baslow Hall - Derbyshire only Michelin starred restaurant for those looking for fine dining  you will be welcomed with their legendary hospitality, and get to enjoy some of the very finest award-winning cuisine.

Simply Thai, Buxton - Great local Thai restaurants located in the centre of town – booking is definitely recommended.

St. Moritz Restaurant, Buxton - Swiss and Italian cuisine, great pasta dishes and also has a excellent pre- theatre menu.

Indian Palace, Buxton - Great Indian restaurant in the centre of Buxton

The Columbine Restaurant, Buxton - Serving a variety of local and homemade dishes with an à la carte menu, vegetarian and specials choices.

Cafes

Dubbin Good Food, Buxton Health food cafe with great breakfasts and 'clean kebabs' in the heart of Buxton, Derbyshire.

No 6 The Square, Buxton - Relax and enjoy morning coffee, light meals or a traditional English afternoon tea in the elegant surroundings of No. 6 The Square.

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.

Tagg Lane Dairy, Monyash - A fantastic farm shop, ice cream and coffee bar, set just on the outskirts of Monyash and a stones throw from the High Peak Trail. Serving up award winning Jersey milk ice cream made from their herd of Jersey cows alongside great coffee, cakes, waffles and more - all made freshly on site.

High Peak Bookstore &  Café - High Peak Bookstore Café is a great place to relax. Serving local freshly-ground coffee and an excellent range of loose leaf teas, as well as breakfast items, lunches, light bites, cakes and snacks.

Fresh Delivered Meals and 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

Manifold Fish and Chips Café, Longnor - Commonly known as the ‘Longnor Chippy’ it serves the best fish and chips in the area which you can eat in or takeaway. 01298 83317 

Thai Delight, Buxton - great Thai takeaway serving traditional and authentic Thai dishes using fresh ingredients.

Kwei Lin (Cantonese), Buxton - great range of cantonese food, eat in or takeaway with express menu and banquets available

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.

Our Top 5 Places to Visit Nearby

1. The Tissington and High Peak Trails 

With the Tissington and High Peak Trails close by you can walk for miles along these old railway lines. Both trails meet at Parsley Hay, the Tissington Trail runs along a 13 mile route from Ashbourne to Parsley Hay, while the High Peak Trail is 17.5 miles long route from the High Peak junction near Cromford to Dowlow. Surrounded by beautiful countryside the traffic-free trail is ideal for horse riders, cyclists and walkers of all abilities. It is also suitable for wheel chairs and pushchairs along the flat sections and the trail is mainly mud free which is quite rare in the Peak District. From Chelmorton you can join the Midshires Way at High Stool Lane (locally known as  Blinder Lane, pronounce blin - der) and take in the panoramic views of Flagg moor. Walk along the lane until you meet the A515 cross the road and onto the High Peak Trail south towards Hurdlow, Parsley Hay and beyond. 

Click here for more information on Parsley Hay cycle hire. (Parsley Hay does shut for Winter from 01st Nov until February) 

2Monsal Dale 

The Iconic Derbyshire view of Monsal Dale and Viaduct is within walking and cycling distance, hop onto the Monsal Trail at Millers Dale and from there you are on the old Midland Railway line which runs from Buxton to Bakewell. 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 Blackwell Mill station. If walking it also worth leaving the trail and dropping down in to Monsal Dale itself to enjoy walking along down by the river.

3. Chatsworth House

No visit to the Peak District would be complete without visiting the fabulous Chatsworth Estate. There really is something to do for every member of the family - The Farmyard and Adventure playground, the magnificent house and the gardens which are equally as impressive as the house , 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.

4. Buxton Opera House

Buxton Opera House is one of Britain's leading receiving theatres, presenting around 450 performances each year including dance, comedy, children's shows, drama, musical concerts, pantomime and opera as well as a lively Fringe Theatre and Community and Education Programme. The theatre is also home to the nationally renowned Buxton Festival. Lovingly restored to its former glory in 2001, Buxton Opera House is an exquisitely beautiful Edwardian theatre and one of the country's finest examples of Frank Matcham theatre design.

Click here for further information on Buxton Opera House

5. The Goyt Valley

Located just a few miles outside of Buxton the Goyt Valley combines some of the most picturesque valley, moorland, river and reservoir scenery to be found in the United Kingdom. There is plenty of walking routes in the valley, there are the two man-made reservoirs, Fernilee and Errwood to walk or cycle around and also the ruins of Errwood Hall to explore. For those you want more of a challenging walk, a walk up to the nearby Shining Tor offers great views of the surrounding area.

Click here for further information on the Goyt Valley

Key Facts

What to Expect at Rose Cottage

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

  • Hand Soap
  • Kitchen Roll
  • Salt & Pepper
  • Toilet Rolls  on the holder and 1 spare
  • Washing Up Liquid
  • Basic Cleaning Products
  • 2 x Tea Towels
  • 1 x Dish Cloth
  • Dustpan & Brush
  • Hoover
  • Utilities (Electric, Gas, Heating Hot Water)


Useful Information

  • 1 x High Chair
  • 1 x Travel Cot (available on request)- we provide basic travel cot's that comply with BSI. Please note that due to health and safety reasons, you will need to bring cot linen and any extra padding you require over and above the lightly padded standard base that is supplied by the manufacturer.
  • Fresh linen with beds made up on arrival
  • Fresh Towels - bath and hand towel per guest
  • 1 x 42" smart TV with Netflix & Amazon Prime, DVD Player
  • Amazon Echo Dot / Alexa
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Hair Dryer
  • Washing Machine & Tumble Dryer
  • Christmas - throughout the whole of December the cottage will have a Christmas Tree decorated with a set of lights
  • Iron and Ironing Board


Cooking & Dining

  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Under Counter Fridge with Freezer compartment
  • Electric Hob & Electric Oven
  • Roasting tins, trays, pots and pans
  • Cafetiere and Teapot
  • Wine Glasses / tumblers and Champagne Flutes
  • Plates / mugs / bowls
  • Plenty of cutlery and kitchen utensils
  • Chopping Boards
  • Dining for 4-6 mixture of chairs and a bench

Should there be a particular cooking item that you need for your stay we do suggest to bring it along with you - for peace of mind.


​Parking

  • There is a driveway to the front of the property where 2 - 3 cars can be parked
  • The driveway runs down to the main street with a double gate at the entrance which can be closed overnight if you wish
  • The barn next to the driveway is not part of the cottage and we kindly ask all guests not to park across the small window
  • For reasons of both safety and property insurance, under no circumstances should you use the domestic plug sockets in the property to charge an electric vehicle. Our domestic supply in the property does not have the capacity or set up to support EV charging.  Please use this link, that you may find helpful, for the local nearby charging stations.

Outdoor Space
  • Secluded back garden with mature borders and lawn area at the rear of the property
  • Potting Shed that can store 4 bikes to be used at your own risk. We do advise to make sure your bikes are covered under your house insurance for personal belongings, personal effects and household contents
  • A further lawn area at the front of the property with pretty borders flowering throughout Spring & Summer.
  • Pergola area with paved seating area
  • Garden furniture seating 4
  • Paved area to the front of the cottage
  • Outside hosepipe on the side of the outhouse
  • BBQ- charcoal- available between the 1st April to 31st October, please supply your own charcoal and lighting equipment.


Property Quirks

  • ​Rose Cottage, in parts, is over 200 years old. Most of the walls are wonky and very thick. Some floors are a little uneven and creaky in places.​
  • The master bedroom doorway and internal living room doorway are low so please mind your head
  • The staircase is quite narrow and the top two stairs are uneven heights, the top step is quite big and the next one down is shallow
  • The Velux window in the bunk bedroom can only be partially opened for safety reasons
  • There is a pole with hook in the top drawer in the main bedroom you can use this to pull the window open if you need ventilation or to pull the blind
  • Chelmorton is a rural farming village, expect the usual sights and smells of a farming community and be aware that you may meet large tractors on the roads.
  • Please do not climb the wall into the croft behind the rear garden

Dogs
  • We allow 2 dogs and do charge £30 per dog for the duration of their stay.​
  • We ask that all dogs are kept on a lead / under control whilst in the garden / outside area.
  • Please do clear any dog litter from the grounds or gardens. We do provide bags for dog waste these are in the dog basket in the hallway
  • There are dog blankets which can be used for muddy paws and wet coats, simply leave the used ones by the washing machine
  • Please do not leave your dogs unattended in the property or garden at any time

Wi-Fi

  • Wi-Fi is provided free of charge, however, as the Peak District is in a beautiful rural location sometimes there may be intermittent signal which is beyond our control. 
  •  We also hope you appreciate that we cannot guarantee Wi-Fi if there are technical issues in the area,

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