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Herdwick Barn is one of two welcoming holiday cottages at Highfields Farm, where the owners breed and care for their flock of Herdwick sheep. It's ideal for couples or families on holiday in the Peak District National Park, sleeping four people in two bedrooms with a family bathroom. When the owners converted the stone milking parlour into holiday accommodation, they made sure to retain the original beauty and character of the barn, which has been a part of the rural landscape of the Peak District for centuries. As a result, it's incredibly peaceful and scenic, with views over the farmland and surrounding countryside.
It doesn't matter what the weather is like. You'll love opening the shutters onto the view from Herdwick Barn every morning. As the farm is at the end of a mile-long country track, there is no passing traffic to disturb your sleep (please note the track is not suitable for low slung vehicles). Instead, you'll wake refreshed, revitalised, and raring to get out and explore the stunning landscape. You don't have to be a hardened hiker to enjoy the peace and solitude of walking through the countryside to The Roaches or through the Manifold Valley. The Tissington Trail and Monsal Trail are also nearby. There's a wide variety of fantastic footpaths and mountain bike trails to help you explore, with the owner thoughtfully providing maps and information about the local area to help you plan your days to perfection. Carsington Water, Tittesworth Reservoir, and Rudyard Lake are all within easy reach for fishing, watersports, cycling, walking and bird watching.
Day trips can be spent exploring the elegant spa town of Buxton, with its upmarket boutiques and eateries, or grabbing a bargain or two at Bakewell's busy Monday market, where over 100 traders sell locally produced food and drink, collectables, housewares, and virtually everything else you could need. Bakewell is only a few miles from Chatsworth House, whose opulence is breathtaking both inside and out. There aren't many family homes with gilded window frames! Alton Towers is only 20 minutes from Herdwick Barn, with other local attractions including Biddulph Grange Gardens, Calke Abbey, and the Heights of Abraham. There's no shortage of all-weather attractions, either. It doesn't rain underground, so save a wet day to explore cave systems like Blue John, Speedwell and Treak Cliff.
Herdwick Barn is one of two superb holiday cottages on the 40-acre Highfields Farm. It's available for bookings all year round.
Owner details:
Kate Barker joined Independent Cottages in June 2021
Accommodation Comprises:
Herdwick Barn is a beautiful stone barn named after the flock of hardy Herdwick sheep raised on the farm. Accommodation is over two levels.
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Outside: The cottage has an area outdoors with bench seating and space to use a small barbecue. There is secure bicycle storage and off-street parking for two cars.
Additional Information: Utilities, WiFi, bed linen and bath towels are included, as is a starter pack of wood and kindling for the log burner. A highchair, travel cot, stairgate and fireguard are available on request. Unfortunately, as it's a working farm with sheep, the owner is unable to accommodate pets. Smoking and e-cigarettes are prohibited anywhere on site.
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Sat, 25th Jun 2022 - Fri, 1st Jul 2022 Changeover: Saturday, Min Nights: 7 |
7 Nights |
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Sat, 2nd Jul 2022 - Fri, 8th Jul 2022 Changeover: Saturday, Min Nights: 7 |
7 Nights |
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Sat, 9th Jul 2022 - Fri, 15th Jul 2022 Changeover: Saturday, Min Nights: 7 |
7 Nights |
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Sat, 16th Jul 2022 - Fri, 22nd Jul 2022 Changeover: Saturday, Min Nights: 7 |
7 Nights |
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Sat, 30th Jul 2022 - Fri, 5th Aug 2022 Changeover: Saturday, Min Nights: 7 |
7 Nights |
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Sat, 13th Aug 2022 - Fri, 19th Aug 2022 Changeover: Saturday, Min Nights: 7 |
7 Nights |
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Sat, 20th Aug 2022 - Fri, 26th Aug 2022 Changeover: Saturday, Min Nights: 7 |
7 Nights |
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| Sat, 25 Jun 2022 for 7 nights, £600 Enjoy an early Summer break, sleeping up to 4 guests |
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| Sat, 2 Jul 2022 for 7 nights, £590 Beautiful property, surrounded by gorgeous countryside. An ideal place for you to explore the Peak District. |
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| Sat, 9 Jul 2022 for 7 nights, £590 A warm welcome awaits at Herdwick Barn, even from the friendly Herdwick sheep. An experience you'll treasure from your stay. |
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| Sat, 16 Jul 2022 for 7 nights, £650 Beautiful property, surrounded by gorgeous countryside. An ideal place for you to explore the Peak District. |
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| Sat, 30 Jul 2022 for 7 nights, £730 A warm welcome awaits at Herdwick Barn, even from the friendly Herdwick sheep. An experience you'll treasure from your stay. |
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