Log Cabins & Lodges in Bakewell

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 discover charming riverside walks where you can browse a treasure trove of shops and stop by charming tea rooms. Be sure to try a portion of sweet, sticky Bakewell pudding with a fortifying cup of Yorkshire tea! With centuries of history and legend such as the Monday market dating back to 1254, warm hospitality and so much to explore you are sure to have a remarkable getaway!

These delightful log cabins & lodges are dotted around Bakewell with superb access to local town amenities, local hiking and cycling trails and splendid days out at major historical attractions. Choose from a wide selection of gorgeously refurbished accommodation options with lovely, fully equipped, contemporary interiors with comfortable furnishings and tasteful decor. Many of these lovely lodgings are just a stone's throw from the town centre and feature a lovely garden for relaxing with a nice cuppa after a long day of exploring! Browse a wide selection and find your perfect Bakewell getaway for 2, 4, 6 or even 8 guests!

If you love rambling and hiking you will never want to leave The Peak District! 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! Whether you fancy a relaxing stroll along easy routes such as Dovedale or Tissington with unsurpassed views over the local dales or the renowned 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!

History lovers will find The Peak District a delight to explore. Choose between the centuries old magnificence of Chatsworth house, explore the spooky ruins of Peveril Castle, a Norman fort near Bradwell, hop on board an exciting cable car ride to the Heights of Abraham near Matlock where you can admire a historic park with walking trails, fossil exhibitions and cavern tours, marvel at the noble 16th century charm of the National Trust Hardwick Hall that boasts an exquisite collection of tapestry and needlework and visit romantic Haddon Hall replete with interiors from the Middle Ages. You can even hike to a 6000 year old Neolithic burial site! These are just some of the treasures and antiquities awaiting your discovery!

Come and enjoy a fabulous trip down memory lane at Bakewell´s Old House Museum where you can see a 500 year old Tudor dwelling! If you are an architecture enthusiast you will love seeing how the house has been transformed over the ages from a tudor tax collectors cottage to an Elizabethan gentlemen´s residence and later to mill workers cottages! Admire a vast collection of artefacts like ceramics and textiles that tell the unique story of this corner of England!

This exquisite stately manor with beautiful, romantic rose filled gardens 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 replete with priceless heirlooms and tapestries.

Get lost in time at this fascinating, unique heritage museum that showcases daily life at a rural 18th century factory and steelworks. You will see fabulous recreations of the day to day operations of a large water powered industrial site from a bygone age amongst a collection of lovely listed buildings. Learn all about the invention of the steel crucible and see the waterwheels and workshops! There is a great onsite cafe for refreshments.

If you are looking for a fun animal outing for the whole family, head along to Alpacas Animal Park where you can meet cute alpacas and over 170 types of other animals including meerkats, reindeer and exotic birds! This splendid 45 acre attraction is set in the beautiful surroundings of the Mayfield Valley just 25 minutes north east of Bakewell near Sheffield.

Head out on a fantastic 10km hike from Bakewell South West to Arbour Stone Circle and Gib Hill Barrow where you can stop for a picnic with stunning views overlooking Lathkill Dale. Here you will find a mysterious 6000 year old Neolithic sacred site on high moorland considered one of the most important of such monuments in Britain!

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.

Enter a magical, subterranean world at the showcaves of Treak Cliff Cavern just 30 minutes north of Bakewell where you can go on a guided tour of a series of stunning show caves absolutely dripping in stalactites and stalagmites! Learn about the history of Blue John stone at the museum and browse the gift shop for exquisite mineral specimens and Blue John stone jewellery. Enjoy high quality refreshments at the cafe that boasts incredible views over the Peak District!