The Granary Cottage
Large cottage in Somersal Herbert, Ashbourne with 6 bedrooms, sleeps 17. Pets friendly.
Bedrooms - 6
Sleeps - 17
Bathrooms - 4
Pets welcome
For those with a penchant for shopping, the Amber Valley Individual Factory Shops Trail is a must and includes McArthurGlen retail outlet, De Bradelei Mill Shop at Belper, Denby Potteries and Royal Crown Derby. There are farmers’ and regular weekly markets in many of the nearby towns including Bakewell and Ashbourne. Alton Towers, Britain’s premier theme park, is close by.
Younger children will also enjoy Gullivers Kingdom at nearby Matlock.
Water sports enthusiasts can enjoy the excellent facilities at Carsington Water, whilst Shipley Country Park has miles of meandering footpaths and bridleways. At the Midland Railway Centre, transport enthusiasts can take in the nostalgia of the age of steam and travel through countryside for 7 miles. Meanwhile the National Tramway Museum at Crich offers a family day out in a relaxing atmosphere of a bygone era. Stately homes gracing the area include Chatsworth House, Haddon Hall (a fine medieval manor house) and Hardwick Hall and Kedleston Hall (a fine example of the architecture of Robert Adam). Tennis, riding, golf and swimming at Alfreton, 2 miles. Derby, 12 miles, offers cathedral, museums and good shopping. Shop 220 yards.
The Limes (RP2) and The Coach House (RDG) can be booked together to accommodate up to 20 guests
Finding it hand to choose - apartment or forest retreat? Heart of England is UK at its best. Couples will find dog friendly holidays in Painswick, Stroud or Cirencester - some have disabled acccess.