Cottages in Alstonefield

Come and relish the absolutely splendid scenery and sparkling fresh air of this unique corner of England where you can walk for miles and stop by delightful tearooms and heritage pubs in the quaintest villages you can imagine! Alstonefield is perfectly situated in the southern portion of the fabled Peak District for you to make the most of what this magnificent nature wonderland has to offer visitors. With centuries of history and legend, warm hospitality and so much to explore you are sure to have a remarkable getaway and opportunity to feel reinvigorated!

These delightful holiday cottages are dotted around rural parts of the gorgeous southern Peak District with easy access to village amenities, local hiking and cycling trails and splendid days out at major historical attractions. Choose from a wide selection of gorgeously refurbished heritage cottages with lovely, fully equipped, contemporary interiors, comfortable furnishings and tasteful decor. Many of these adorable, rustic holiday cottages are ivy-fronted with tumbling roses and feature a lovely garden for relaxing with a nice cuppa after a long day of exploring with exquisite, panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. Browse a wide selection and find your perfect getaway cottage for 2, 4, 6 or even 8 guests!

If you love rambling and hiking you will never want to leave The Peak District! Imagine endless, glorious, nature filled days and miles of hiking routes awaiting your discovery! Whether you fancy a relaxing stroll along easy routes such as Dovedale or Tissington with unsurpassed views over the local dales or the fabled Castleton to Mam Tor walk along The Great Ridge, you will find yourself deep in the heartland of the most admired and extraordinarily beautiful parts of England. Head out in any direction and you will find dozens of splendid trails to choose from! This is an incredible place to reconnect with nature and relax in spectacular surroundings that are a feast for the senses!

History lovers will find The Peak District a delight to explore. Choose between the centuries old magnificence of Chatsworth house, immerse yourself in a golden age of fairytale knights and chivalry at Bolsover Castle dating back to the twelfth century, take a spooky twilight tour of Calke Abbey, a lavish baroque mansion near Ticknall, marvel at the 17th century grandeur of Sudbury Hall in Ashbourne, also home to the stunningly interesting National Museum of Childhood and visit romantic Haddon Hall replete with interiors from the Middle Ages! These are just some of the treasures and antiquities awaiting your discovery!

Lace up your hiking shoes and head half an hour north of Alstonefield by car where you can admire spectacular Peak District scenery along the way. Step out into the fresh air where you will find the start to the fabled 9.5 km Tideswell Millers Dale trail. This route is considered one of the best walking trails in all of The Peak District! You will pass a series of lovely heritage viaducts, historic Litton Mill and the gorgeous hamlet of Millers Dale on the River Wye where you will find a wonderful pub for a halfway mark ale and a fabulous pub lunch!

Here is your chance to see one of the finest examples of a medieval tudor manor house in all of Britain! This exquisite stately manor is nestled on a rocky outcrop overlooking the River Wye and is a must see, fairytale, Peak District attraction. The castellated walls look absolutely stunning in the autumn against the gold, crimson and amber seasonal foliage. Admire the ancient banqueting hall from 1370, late 14th century kitchens replete with medieval kitchen equipment and an exquisite chapel as you tour the magnificent interior filled with priceless heirlooms and tapestries. Be amazed by the breathtaking romantic beauty of the rose filled gardens!

Fancy a dramatic, mysterious trail with incredible views? The Roaches Ridge trail offers visitors a glorious view of much of Cheshire all the way to Snowdon in North Wales! This gorgeous, rugged escarpment trail starts about 8km northwest of Leek and the route is about 10 km. Be sure to stop at the fabled Lud's Church landform while you are in the area where you can take incredible photos inside a spooky, 18m chasm with verdant mossy walls!

Get lost in the gorgeous mossy charm of the beautiful town of Bakewell, the once upon a time capital of the Peak District. Wander narrow lanes amongst heritage stone cottages and charming riverside walks where you can discover a treasure trove of shops and restaurants. Be sure to try a portion of sweet, sticky Bakewell pudding with a fortifying cup of Yorkshire tea! The Monday market dates back to 1254 in this incredible historical settlement!

Wander around in Wetton for a bit where the stunning, peaceful scenery will recharge you as you gaze out over the magnificence of the surrounding Manifold Valley scenery. Steep yourself in history in a place where time has stood still in a tiny village with cute stone cottages, an ancient church and a quaint traditional pub. If you are a keen explorer you will love the 1.6 km walking route from just outside Wetton to the spectacular natural wonder of Thor´s Cave set in a steep limestone crag with a dramatic 18 metre entrance way and breathtaking, sweeping views from the cavern entrance.

Let history come alive before your eyes at the imposing, elegant and regal Chatsworth House about 15 minutes east of Bakewell. This magnificent country manor is set in over 1000 acres of lush landscape with 100 acres of exquisite formal gardens and a farmyard. Spend the day exploring this exquisite heritage site and you feast your eyes on the opulent finery, gilded heirlooms, lavish paintings, stunning interiors of rooms like the Painted Hall and the Great Dining Room and incredible landscaped gardens.

Step into an enchanted, fairytale, woodland landscape in a deep, narrow valley near the village of Grindleford. Here you will find yourself surrounded by sublime woodland pathways, lovely gentle flowing streams and cascading waterfalls. Get lost in the mystical peace of moss covered tree roots, verdant foliage, romantic wooden bridges and secluded pathways. There are plenty of stunning places to stop for a delightful woodland picnic and in summer you can even paddle in the stream!