Derby

This three-storey character farmhouse, dating from 1702, adjoins the owner’s home and rare breed farm. There is a children’s play area and a café where guests can enjoy a 10% discount. There is access to the farm area to see horses, pigs, goats, chickens, rabbits and cows. The holiday property is adjacent to Markeaton Park which is spread over 200 acres and includes an 18-hole golf course, craft village, children’s boating area, Markeaton Hall’s formal gardens, and the park is surrounded by natural woodland. The Markeaton Light Railway runs from the entrance to the Mundy Play Centre, which is also next to Home Farm House. Derby, 1 mile, offers all the amenities of a city centre. 12 miles away is the Peak District where you can find Carsington Water, Chatsworth House, and Bakewell where you can experience the stunning scenery and many walking and cycling trails. Shop 1 mile, pub ¾ mile.

Ground floor: Living room with beams. Dining room with beams. Kitchen. Bathroom with toilet. First floor: 2 double bedrooms, one (four poster) with en-suite shower room and toilet, 1 twin. Shower room with toilet. Second floor: 2 twin bedrooms, both with beams.

Open fire in living room and dining room (no fuel provided). Initial oil central heating (run from owner’s home) included, remainder on request at cost. Bed linen and towels included. Cot. High chair. Video. DVD. Electric cooker. Microwave. Washer/dryer. Dishwasher. Fridge/freezer. Enclosed lawned garden and benches. Barbecue. Ample parking. Pets welcome (under strict control, livestock). No smoking.

These two traditional barns enjoy a rural setting with excellent views across the beautiful countryside. Nature lovers will appreciate the beauty and perfection of these idyllic surroundings. The attractions of the Peak District are within an easy drive. Derby 4 miles. Ashbourne 9 miles. Golf driving range 3 miles. The farm is a haven for wildlife with a huge variety of birds including kestrels and coal tits. Within easy driving distance are Chatsworth House, which boasts a famous collection of art treasures as well as beautiful gardens, and Haddon Hall, England’s most complete and authentic medieval house dating back to the 14th century. Carsington Water offers nature trails, a wildlife sanctuary, riding, water sports, cycle hire and a restaurant. Dovedale and Alton Towers, within easy reach. A well stocked fish pond is just 2 minutes away across a field. Both barns have been furnished in a similar layout and traditional style to provide convenience and comfort for guests. Booked together the barns can accommodate 28 people, perfect for any family get together.

Ground floor: Living/dining room. Kitchen. 1 twin bedroom. Bathroom with shower over bath and toilet. Cloakroom with toilet. First floor: 3 bedrooms: 2 double (5ft) with en-suite shower room and toilet, 1 twin. Games room. Bathroom with toilet. Second floor: 3 bedrooms: 1 double (5ft four poster), 2 twin. Shower room with toilet.

Both properties: Woodburner in living room (initial fuel included winter). Electricity, bed linen and towels included. Travel cot. High chair. DVD. Electric cooker. Microwave. Washing machine in utility. Dishwasher. Fridge/freezer. Wi-fi. Shared sitting-out area. ½-acre meadow and furniture. Ample parking. Fishing pond and benches. Games room with football table, pool table and table tennis. No smoking. NB: The fishing pond is accessed via gate.

These large attractive properties, situated in the grounds of the owner’s home, are just off a track in peaceful countryside, yet close to many amenities. Stenson Hill Farm can accommodate the largest family party, with own snooker room and attractive conservatory providing the dining area for the whole party and a lawned garden and large patio, whilst Stenson Lodge accommodates the slightly smaller group and has an attractive lawned garden overlooking the owner’s aviary with exotic birds. Both enjoy views over surrounding farmland and boast built-in barbecues. There are many attractions around with Calke Abbey and Derby with its theatres, clubs and restaurants within a 15 minute drive, whilst Ashbourne and Dovedale are 15 miles. Well worth a day out for any family or group are Matlock Bath, 20 miles, Alton Towers, 22 miles and Chatsworth House and Haddon Hall, a comfortable drive away. Both holiday cottages (refs 16165 and 23666) can be booked separately or together. Shop and pub within 1/2 mile.

Ground floor: Living room. Dining room/conservatory. Kitchen. 4 bedrooms: 3 double, two with additional singles, one with en-suite shower room and toilet, 1 twin. Bathroom with shower over bath and toilet. First floor: 2 bedrooms: 1 double with en-suite shower room and toilet, 1 twin with en-suite shower room and toilet.

Gas central heating, gas and electricity £65per week, £45 per short break. Bed linen included. Towel hire. Cot. High chair. DVD. CD. Electric cooker. Gas cooker. Microwave. Washer/dryer. Dishwasher. Fridge/freezer. Lawned garden with patio and furniture. Barbecue. Shared tennis court. Ample parking. Pets welcome, to be kept on lead at all times. No smoking. NB: Pond in garden.

These two traditional barns enjoy a rural setting with excellent views across the beautiful countryside. Nature lovers will appreciate the beauty and perfection of these idyllic surroundings. The attractions of the Peak District are within an easy drive. Derby 4 miles. Ashbourne 9 miles. Golf driving range 3 miles. The farm is a haven for wildlife with a huge variety of birds including kestrels and coal tits. Within easy driving distance are Chatsworth House, which boasts a famous collection of art treasures as well as beautiful gardens, and Haddon Hall, England’s most complete and authentic medieval house dating back to the 14th century. Carsington Water offers nature trails, a wildlife sanctuary, riding, water sports, cycle hire and a restaurant. Dovedale and Alton Towers, within easy reach. A well stocked fish pond is just 2 minutes away across a field. Both barns have been furnished in a similar layout and traditional style to provide convenience and comfort for guests. Booked together the barns can accommodate 28 people, perfect for any family get together.

Ground floor: Living/dining room. Kitchen. 1 twin bedroom. Bathroom with shower over bath and toilet. Cloakroom with toilet. First floor: 3 bedrooms: 2 double (5ft) with en-suite shower room and toilet, 1 twin. Games room. Bathroom with toilet. Second floor: 3 bedrooms: 1 double (5ft four poster), 2 twin. Shower room with toilet.

Both properties: Woodburner in living room (initial fuel included winter). Electricity, bed linen and towels included. Travel cot. High chair. DVD. Electric cooker. Microwave. Washing machine in utility. Dishwasher. Fridge/freezer. Wi-fi. Shared sitting-out area. ½-acre meadow and furniture. Ample parking. Fishing pond and benches. Games room with football table, pool table and table tennis. No smoking. NB: The fishing pond is accessed via gate.

Magnificent country house
Ideal for large family gatherings

This 1870s country house is at the head of a sweeping tree-lined carriage drive between Derby and Melbourne, and overlooks 3 acres of garden. It can accommodate the largest family party, with its living rooms, gilded cornices and fine chimney pieces, and children’s toys and games facilities. There is stabling on request. Historic Swarkestone Bridge and Trents water-sports area, an historic canal and local pubs are an easy walk. Calke Abbey and Derby with its theatres, clubs, restaurants and shopping, under 15 minutes drive. Ashbourne and Dovedale are 14 miles, Matlock Bath, 20 miles, Alton Towers, 22 miles and American Adventure, 12 miles. Shops 2 miles, pub 3/4 mile.

Ground floor: Living room. Three additional living rooms, one with pool table. Dining room. Kitchen. Utility room. Separate toilet. First floor: 9 bedrooms: 3 double each with additional single, one can be en-suite to bathroom with bath, shower cubicle and toilet, 6 twin. Bathroom with bath, shower cubicle and toilet. Bathroom with shower over bath and toilet. Two separate toilets.

Open fires in living rooms (initial fuel included). Gas central heating and electricity £60per week, £45 per short break. Bed linen included. Cot. High chair. Video and small library. Stereo/CD. Gas cooker. Electric cooker. Two microwaves. Washing machine. Tumble dryer. Dishwasher. Freezer. Fridge/freezer. Payphone. Balustraded terraced patios and chairs. Barbecue. Ample parking. Shared use of hard tennis court. Shared snooker room. One pet welcome (to be kept on lead at all times, sheep country).

This property can be booked for short breaks outside normal peak restrictions, please phone for details.

Ideal for larger parties

Set in peaceful countryside

This former stables to The Hill (ref. 11628) has been carefully renovated to provide comfortable holiday accommodation for larger parties. Situated at the end of a long drive in peaceful countryside between Derby and Melbourne in 3 acres of garden. There is stabling on request. Historic Swarkestone Bridge and Trents water sports area, an historic canal and local pubs are an easy walk. Calke Abbey and Derby with its theatres, clubs, restaurants and good shopping under 15 minutes’ drive. American Adventure 12 miles. Ashbourne and Dovedale are 14 miles, Matlock Bath, 20 miles and Alton Towers just 22 miles. Shops 2 miles, pub 3/4 mile.

Ground floor: Living room. Utility room. 5 bedrooms: 2 double, one with en-suite shower room and toilet, 3 twin, one with additional single and shared en-suite. Shower room with toilet. First floor: Second living room. Dining room. Kitchen. 3 bedrooms: 2 double, one with en-suite shower room and toilet, one with additional single and en-suite shower room and toilet, 1 twin. Shower room with toilet.

2 wood burners (initial fuel included). Gas central heating, gas and electricity £60per week, £45 per short break. Bed linen included. Cot. High chair. Video. Stereo/CD. 2 gas cookers. Microwave. Dishwasher. Utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer and freezer. F/freeezer. Shared payphone. Lawned garden with courtyard. Barbecue. Shared hard tennis court. Shared games room with snooker/pool table. Ample parking. One pet welcome - to be kept on a lead at all times (sheep country).

This property can be booked for short breaks outside normal peak restrictions, please phone for details.

These large attractive properties, situated in the grounds of the owner’s home, are just off a track in peaceful countryside, yet close to many amenities. Stenson Hill Farm can accommodate the largest family party, with own snooker room and attractive conservatory providing the dining area for the whole party and a lawned garden and large patio, whilst Stenson Lodge accommodates the slightly smaller group and has an attractive lawned garden overlooking the owner’s aviary with exotic birds. Both enjoy views over surrounding farmland and boast built-in barbecues. There are many attractions around with Calke Abbey and Derby with its theatres, clubs and restaurants within a 15 minute drive, whilst Ashbourne and Dovedale are 15 miles. Well worth a day out for any family or group are Matlock Bath, 20 miles, Alton Towers, 22 miles and Chatsworth House and Haddon Hall, a comfortable drive away. Both holiday cottages (refs 16165 and 23666) can be booked separately or together. Shop and pub within 1/2 mile.

Ground floor: Living room. Dining room/conservatory with French doors. Dining room/kitchen. Kitchen. 1 twin bedroom with en-suite shower room and toilet. Separate toilet. Games room. First floor: 8 bedrooms: 5 twin, 2 double, both with additional singles and en-suite shower room with toilet, 1 double (5ft) with en-suite shower room and toilet. Bathroom with bath, shower cubicle and toilet. Bathroom with toilet.

Gas central heating, gas and electricity £85per week, £65 per short break. Bed linen included. Towel hire. Cot. High chair. Two TVs. DVD. Stereo/CD. Electric cooker. Gas cooker. Microwave. Washing machine. Tumble dryer. Dishwasher. Freezer. Two fridge/freezers. Payphone. Garden and furniture. Ample parking. Games room with snooker table and coin-operated pool table. Shared tennis court. Stabling by arrangement with owner at cost. Pets welcome, to be kept on lead at all times. No smoking. NB: Pond in garden.