Self Catering Holiday Cottages in Derbyshire - Page 5

Welcome to Lake View Lodge, a beautifully refurbished, ground-floor holiday cottage set beside the tranquil waters of Foxholes Lake, just outside Matlock in the heart of the Derbyshire Dales.

Croft House Barn is a superb choice for families or friends. The Peak District holiday cottage has three ensuite bedrooms, one of which is downstairs and can be set up as a twin or a superking room to suit your needs. The modern Shaker kitchen is perfectly equipped for self-catering, but you're only a short stroll from the Red Lion village pub in Waterfall if you don't want to cook. Alton Towers, Chatsworth House, the Monsal and Tissington Trails, Bakewell, the museums of Derby and Stoke-on-Trent are just a few suggestions for fun days out.  Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold

Fabulous holiday house for large group holidays on the edge of the Peak District National Park and within walking distance of shops, restaurants, pubs and wine bars. Agricola House can sleep up to 14 guests in seven beautiful bedrooms and boasts an enormous kitchen, a spacious sitting room and a cinema room, as well as a private courtyard with a barbecue. The recently refurbished house was designed to make it easy for guests to socialise and have fun. It's high-quality amenities and a fantastic location make it the perfect choice for hen weekends, a holiday with friends, or a memorable Christmas with your extended family.

Brimming with character and charm, this exquisite five star holiday cottage sleeps up to sixteen guests (12+4) and is located in the Peak District National Park within the Derbyshire Dales. Ideal for large parties of friends or family who want to escape for a luxury break with five en-suite bedrooms (+ an additional one by arrangement), sauna and hot tub available to hire and extensive grounds with lovely rural views. The bustling market town of Ashbourne is just a mile away with good range of shops and eateries. Tourist board rating: 5 Star

Damson Cottage is a  comfortable holiday rental, situated just outside the village of Carsington, an ideal location for exploring the beautiful Derbyshire Dales.   Carsington Water with its many attractions and trails is close by and the Peak District is within easy reach with even more fantastic sights and attractions. You'll easily fill your days, whether you're walking or cycling the Monsal Trail, exploring the White Peak,admiring the grandeur of Chatsworth House, shopping at Bakewell's Monday market, or simply setting out and seeing where the day takes you. The one-bedroom cottage is ideal for couples or individuals. 

Spacious and stylish, The Cow Shed is an excellent choice for getting together with friends and family and centrally located close to Buxton in the heart of the Peak District National Park. Sleeping up to ten guests in five bedrooms, this welcoming holiday home is beautifully presented, has stunning views in every direction and a hot tub on the patio for relaxing at the end of the day. Perfectly placed, The Cow Shed is a mile from the Derbyshire village of Peak Forest with a pub for a pint or meal out. Available for weekend breaks only

Perfect for families and friends, this welcoming self catering cottage sits on the outskirts of the Peak District National Park and provides an ideal base for exploring both Derbyshire and Staffordshire. Excellent on-site facilities including play areas for the kids, a restaurant and a pool. Ashbourne is within walking distance and Alton Towers is a twenty minute drive.

A cosy home from home sitting on the Derbyshire/Staffordshire borders on the edge of the Peak District National Park. Enjoy the space of self-catering, the facilities of the holiday park for entertainment, and an abundance of attractions close by. Walking distance to Ashbourne and twenty minutes to Alton Towers by car.

With Alton Towers just twenty minutes away by car, the Peak District National Park on the doorstep and superb on-site facilities to keep the children and adults entertained, Callow Top Holiday Park is an excellent self-catering choice for a family holiday. There is a restaurant and outdoor pool on-site.

Set in a peaceful location above the charming village of Eyam in the Hope Valley, The Hayloft is a fantastic barn conversion that offers self-catering accommodation for six guests in three en-suite bedrooms. It is a mile from the Barrel Inn at Bretton, and close to popular attractions including Chatsworth House, Bakewell, Buxton and the Monsal Trail. There is ample opportunity for spending time outdoors walking, cycling, climbing or caving, and for discovering the delights of the Peak District National Park's friendly towns and villages.

Discover Highview Grange at Standlow Farm, a spacious 7-bedroom holiday house near Ashbourne, Carsington Water and the Derbyshire Dales. Sleeping up to 14 guests, it is ideal for family gatherings, weekends with friends, walking breaks and relaxed countryside celebrations. The house offers generous accommodation, including 3 ensuite bedrooms, a well-equipped kitchen and dining space, a comfortable lounge and a cosy cinema room for film nights or downtime after a day exploring. Outside, guests can enjoy a private garden with hot tub and barbecue area, along with shared facilities at Standlow Farm including a tennis court, games room, fire pit and outdoor space. Highview Grange is well placed for exploring Carsington Water, Chatsworth House, Alton Towers, Ashbourne, Bakewell, Matlock and the surrounding Peak District countryside. Local pubs and walking routes are also within easy reach, making it a great base for a memorable group stay in Derbyshire.

Lovely cosy cottage with log burner, hill views and south facing garden in village location. Enjoy walks from the doorstep to Peak District  beauty spots, village pub, local bike hire and the facilities of the lovely Georgian market town of Ashbourne. Sleeps 6 in three bedrooms.

Whimsy by the Peaks is my dog-friendly stone holiday cottage in the Derbyshire Dales village of Tansley, just outside Matlock on the edge of the Peak District National Park. It sleeps up to 5 in 3 bedrooms and has a cosy sitting room with log burner, an enclosed garden with hillside views, high speed fibre broadband, private parking and a 7KW electric car (EV) charger. Two great pubs serving food are just a short walk away, and there are wonderful walks from the door, including routes through the dramatic Lumsdale Valley. Ideal for couples or small families, it’s a brilliant base for exploring the Derbyshire Dales, Chatsworth, Bakewell, and all the walking, cycling and scenery the Peaks have to offer. The cottage is managed direct by me, the owner. That means quick, accurate answers to your questions, as well as flexibility and the best rates. 

We are located in the centre of Bakewell which is ideal for exploring the Peak District.  5 minutes walk into Bakewell town centre. 10 minutes drive to Chatsworth house and close to the Monsal Trail.  Welcome pack included with every booking, along with most essentials needed for a relaxing break away.  Private secure garage parking for 1 car (further parking available on the roadside) .  Quaint garden area with seating.  Pub and shop within 1 mile.

Bosgin Cottage is a welcoming holiday cottage in Monyash, offering comfortable self-catering accommodation in the heart of the Peak District National Park. This two-bedroom holiday rental sleeps four guests and suits couples, families and friends looking to explore Derbyshire’s countryside. Set in a peaceful village with a popular pub just a short walk away, the cottage provides a relaxed base with easy access to walking routes, market towns and historic houses. A holiday cottage in the Peak District with off-road parking and a cosy interior, Bosgin Cottage is well placed for year-round breaks.

Perfect for family get-togethers, special celebrations, or even team-building events and corporate retreats, Quarnford Lodge is a fantastic self-catering property for groups in the Peak District. There is loads of space with ten bedrooms that can sleep up to 28 people, three separate living rooms and a central dining area with a vaulted ceiling that is ideal for entertaining. The village of Flash (highest village in England) is within walking distance, with Buxton, Bakewell, Chatsworth House and Alton Towers also within easy reach. The Peak District is beautiful in every season and there are lots of walks and mountain bike trails close by to help guests to explore.

Here's a place with room for everyone! The Grade II listed Mermaid Inn is in a fantastic spot, offering a high-standard of self-catering accommodation in the Peak District for up to 34 people in 13 ensuite bedrooms. It feels remote and rural with no neighbours for a country mile, but Buxton is only a 20 minute drive and Leek is even closer. The house is a former pub and built for hospitality and entertaining, making it ideal for extended family celebrations, hen and stag weekends, and fun team building events.

Waterside Croft is a stunning converted Derbyshire stone barn sleeping 21 across nine bedrooms, perched right on the circular walk around Carsington Water. This spacious group holiday home combines original beams and character with modern comforts, including three shower rooms and an ensuite, a games room with air hockey, and an extensive kitchen for proper family feasts. The reservoir views are knockout, while the front garden and back patio are perfect for barbecues. You're on the edge of the Peak District with sailing, cycling, and walking trails from the doorstep. This self-catering accommodation near Ashbourne offers unforgettable family gatherings in stunning Derbyshire surroundings.

Upperfield Farm is a traditional Derbyshire longhouse which in time has been extended and upgraded to incorporate accommodation for 22 guests over 2 floors. You'll find stunning views over Carsington Reservoir and you'll have the circular route on your doorstep. Perfect for family get togethers!

*** Book a stay during September and get £100 off any weekend during 2025/26 - Use code Back2School25 on our website. Offer ends 30th September 2025 ***  Brailsford Water Mill can accommodate 20 guests in 8 bedrooms split over 3 floors. There is a large kitchen where everyone can dine together. A spacious lounge with the original mill stones on show. There is a large garden to enjoy with a BBQ area with outdoor seating and mill pods to look out over with plenty of wildlife to sit an watch.    The bedrooms range from twin rooms, double rooms and family rooms (double and bunkbeds) Cots are also available if needed.  There are 2 bathrooms, 1 shower rooms and 1 ensuite shower room. There is a lounge on the middle floor with original mill stone features.  The kitchen is located on the ground floor with a large table and breakfast bar so you can all eat together.  The gardens wrap around the side of the property with an outdoor seating area for BBQs and alfresco dining.  There are 2 mill ponds one to the front and back which are linked together via a mill race that goes down the side of the property.  There