Cottages in Chesterfield

Come away to this friendly, welcoming, Derbyshire market town that boasts lovely mock tudor, black and white buildings that add to the town´s charm and character! Market Place and the lovely Victorian Market Hall are a buzz of traditional open air market hustle and bustle and The Shambles part of town boasts a labyrinth of alleyways packed with upmarket independent shops and cafes! The canal offers you a peaceful place for enjoying a boat trip or a towpath stroll and you have the vast expanse of the stunning nature of the Peak District to explore just a few minutes away!

These delightful holiday cottages are dotted in and around Chesterfield with easy access to local amenities such as supermarkets, pubs and restaurants and the fabled Peak District. Choose from a selection of upmarket, refurbished cottages with lovely, fully equipped, stylish, contemporary interiors and comfortable furnishings perfect for 5 or 6 guests. These cottages feature a lovely garden and are conveniently located between 1 and 3 km from the town centre. A couple of the properties have a hot tub perfect for relaxing and recharging after a long day of hiking in the Peak District.

If you are fan of British history and local heritage you will find plenty of fascinating attractions in and around Chesterfield and the Peak District! For example, just 20 minutes away at Alfreton you can explore the mysterious ruins of Wingfield Manor with its imposing, intact late gothic Great Hall and High Tower while you will find 41 Bronze Age stone circles at Abor Stone Circle Near Bakewell! The Derwent Valley Visitor Centre that runs along the river valley is a stunning World Heritage site that showcases some of the world's first industrial age modern factories. At Cromford Mills you can take a tour of the world´s first water powered cotton spinning mill! Chesterfield boasts an award winning town museum packed with fascinating artefacts.

If you love rambling and hiking you may never want to leave Chesterfield, your gateway to the magnificent walking routes and views of the Peak District! Here glorious, nature-filled days out and miles of hiking routes awaiting your discovery right on your doorstep! With the Peak District an easy half hour away from Chesterfield by car you will find yourself deep in the heartland of the most admired and extraordinarily beautiful parts of England in no time. 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!

Step back in time and have a mysterious wander about the former workings of the Magpie Mine. Located close to Sheldon in the Peak District, this spooky, 200 year old site is reputedly haunted! There is a lovely circular walk in the Deepdale Nature Reserve via the charming village of Sheldon to the mine returning through Sheldon´s picturesque high limestone meadows. Organize picnic supplies and have a wonderful outdoor adventure packed with scenery and history!

Come and see the whimsy and historical charm of England´s last remaining railway roundhouse with a functional turntable! Spend a delightful couple of hours marvelling at the beautiful 1870s roundhouse building packed with a stunning collection of immaculately restored, vintage steam, diesel and electric trains. See history come to life as you observe the working turntable and learn what a working day was like at a historical roundhouse via the fascinating onsite exhibition!

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.

If you are looking for a beautiful, tranquil nature spot for a walk or maybe a picnic that is not too far from the centre of Chesterfield, the gorgeous Linacre Reservoirs, just 14 minutes from Chesterfield tick all the boxes for peace and magnificent scenery! The three, historical reservoirs are surrounded by beautiful fields and woodland that is a sight to behold in the spring when the bluebells appear. There are wonderful cycle tracks that circumvent the shimmering waters of the lower and middle reservoirs as well as a multitude of footpaths through the wooded valley plus a public bridleway for horse riding!

Come and enjoy a fantastic family adventure that begins with a breathtaking cable car ascent with stunning views over the Derwent Valley to the 60 acre hilltop estate of The Heights of Abraham. Head to the spectacular Great Masson and Rutland Caverns for a tour of the show caves, gaze out over the landscape far below from seven magnificent lookout points, enjoy a butterfly trail and willow sculpture trail and explore the serpentine heritage trails. There is also an amazing retrospective exhibition of Georgian, Regency, Victorian and Edwardian Clothing, lovely children's playgrounds and a cafe and restaurant.

Head out on one of the most spectacular ridge walks in the Peak District that offers you incredible views of the countryside and the village of Curbar! This lovely, gentle 10km loop walk returns via the lovely Froggatt Wood and along a lane beside the River Derwent. You will have plenty of amazing photo opportunities plus be able to inhale lungfuls of the cleanest, clearest air you can imagine! Stop at the Grouse Inn in Cubar, a top rated walkers pub at the end of your route!

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!