The View From Lees Farm, Priestcliffe in Derbyshire.

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The Peak District National Park straddles Staffordshire and Derbyshire and offers a wealth of outdoor activities for the intrepid (and more sedate) explorer. Known as ‘The Peak District or ‘The Derbyshire Dales this is a beautiful region in which to take a short break or longer self-catering holidays. View this splendid choice of rural holiday cottages in the Peak District in quaint, cosy stone-built homes for holiday ideas. Some of these are in historic towns such as BuxtonBakewell and Matlock, while, for a real rural escape, there are plenty of remote moorland and farm cottages from which to choose.

Being in the Midlands, this is an excellent location for large family gatherings or reunions. Unsurprisingly, therefore, the region is nicely blessed with a wide choice of large holiday cottages. If you like walking or cycling, there are miles of stunning hills, valleys and trails. There are plenty of cycle paths, such as The Monsall Trail, to explore on your own or with friends, family or just the dog (you’ll find plenty of dog-friendly cottages within this Midland walkers paradise). Go underground and explore the Peak Cavern (known locally as The Devil’s Arse! Alternatively, try many Peak District Ranger-guided tours to ensure you don’t miss anything of its history and habitat.

A stone-built cottage overlooks a cobbled courtyard bordered by a low stone wall.
Sleeps
3
Bedrooms
2

Aunt Jane’s is a delightful semi-detached rural holiday cottage on a working farm in Winster. The stone-built cottage offers beautiful views of the surrounding Peak District and Derbyshire Dales. It boasts old cruck beams and reminders of yesteryear, plus spacious outdoor areas and modern comforts.

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Sleeps
2
Bedrooms
1

Treat that special person to a relaxing break at Cobbled Corner in Elton. The delightful stone-built property offers one cosy bedroom, blissful tranquillity and a vibrant, pretty garden in a peaceful village in the heart of the Peak District National Park. A gift for walkers and nature lovers.

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Sleeps
15
Bedrooms
5

The Old Robin Hood is a Grade II listed rural cottage near Holmesfield that boasts beautiful Peak District views and Derbyshire Dales. The large, pet-friendly cottage possesses country charm and modern comforts and includes a spacious garden, a hot tub, a games room, exposed beams and an open fire.

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Sleeps
7
Bedrooms
3

Nuffies Cottage is a gorgeous converted barn with panoramic views of rolling green hills. The rural cottage boasts stone walls and is situated on a working farm near Winster in the Peak District and Derbyshire Dales. Exposed beams and country charm combine with modern comforts to ensure relaxation.

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Exterior of a stone-built barn conversion with floor-to-ceiling windows behind a low stone wall.
Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
3

One of three luxury barn conversions in a secluded rural location in the heart of the Derbyshire Peak District, Red Hurst is a 3-bedroom family-friendly holiday cottage near the picturesque village of Chelmorton. The cottage stands on the Farditch Farm estate and welcomes pets.

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Large, stone-built, 3-storey, waterside Peak District holiday cottage.
Sleeps
18
Bedrooms
9

The Malthouse is a large, 9-bedroom self-catering Derbyshire apartment in Arkwright's historic Cromford Mill near Matlock Bath. This luxuriously furnished Peak District apartment in Cromford sleeps 18 guests and is ideally suited for large families or groups of friends.

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Behind a garden with mature shrubs and a lawn stands a stone-built terraced cottage.
Sleeps
2
Bedrooms
1

Elderbank is a Peak District cottage for couples. The romantic Derbyshire holiday cottage lies in a quiet rural backwater in the pretty Derbyshire village of Bradwell, among many Peak District walks and attractions. It features traditional exposed beams and a spacious bedroom with a feature fireplace.

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Sleeps
8
Bedrooms
4

Gun End Cottage, located on a quiet country lane near Ruston Spencer in Staffordshire, is a large and comfortable Peak District countryside cottage sleeping 8 in a secluded rural location amidst the splendour of the Staffordshire Moorlands.

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A 3-storey Georgian house with sash windows.
Sleeps
14
Bedrooms
7

The Mill Manager’s House is an elegant Grade I-listed holiday cottage in the Cromford Mills UNESCO World Heritage Site of Cromford. Surrounded by the Peak District & Derbyshire Dales, the stunning rural property boasts wooden floors, an open fire, original windows and shutters, modernity & an ample garden.

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Enjoy a ramble with a Derbyshire Dales expert, knowing you won’t get lost and have all your questions answered along the way. Peak District cottage holidays don’t have to be about walking the hills. From Chatsworth House and Alton Towers to the Blue John Caverns and the Heights of Abraham, the Derbyshire Dales offer many adventurous and relaxing days out.

For other active holiday options, consider booking a luxury Peak District holiday cottage with a hot tub, swimming pool or games room. Trips to some beautiful Peak District villages, such as Ashford in the Water (known as the Peak District’s Little Venice), Whaley Bridge and Fritchley, are a must and a great way to enjoy all this National Park has to offer.

Take a trip to the market town of Bakewell in the heart of the Peak District. Like many of the market towns of the Derbyshire Dales, the variety of pubs, shops, and restaurants makes this charming town a great place to visit. But, of course, you can always try some of the famous Bakewell Pudding while you’re there. While Bakewell is known for its pudding (or tart), the little village of Winster is known for its pancakes, particularly its Pancake Race, which runs the length of its main street every February on Shrove Tuesday.

Nearby Bakewell is the famous Spa town of Buxton, which is most famous for water but is also well worth a visit to enjoy the old streets and cute shops. For those interested in architecture, the Devonshire Dome, the largest unsupported dome in Britain, is more significant than St Paul’s Cathedral in London.

  1. Mam Tor: Mam Tor is a 517m hill in the heart of the Peak District that offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. The circular walk from Castleton to Mam Tor is one of the most popular walks in the area, with stunning views of the Hope Valley.

  2. Kinder Scout: Kinder Scout is the highest point in the Peak District at 636m and offers some of the area’s most challenging and rewarding walking routes. The circular walk from Edale to Kinder Scout is a classic Peak District walk, taking in the Kinder plateau and the famous Kinder Downfall waterfall.

  3. Stanage Edge: Stanage Edge is a dramatic gritstone escarpment located in the eastern part of the Peak District. It offers some of the best views in the area and is popular with walkers, climbers and mountain bikers. The circular walk from Hathersage to Stanage Edge has stunning views and interesting rock formations.

  4. Monsal Trail: The Monsal Trail is a former railway line converted into a walking and cycling path. It runs for 8.5 miles through some of the most picturesque parts of the Peak District, including the Monsal Viaduct and the Wye Valley.

  5. Dovedale: Dovedale is a beautiful limestone valley in the southern part of the Peak District, with stunning views of the River Dove and its famous stepping stones. The circular walk from Ilam to Dovedale is a popular route, taking in the beautiful countryside and historic villages.

My Favourite Holiday Cottages offers a beautiful collection of Peak District cottages scattered throughout The Peaks in picturesque towns and villages like Hope Valley, Bakewell, Castletoun, Buxton, Matlock and Matlock Bath.