The Hayloft is part of a range of sympathetically converted mellow old stone farm buildings dating back to the 18th century and was actually used as a hayloft for storing hay up until about 15 years ago. Idyllically situated amidst beautiful countryside in a peaceful hamlet midway between MATLOCK and BAKEWELL, the Hayloft is a romantic, luxury apartment available for weeks during the summer and short breaks off season.

Nestling just below Stanton Moor and the Druid's Nine Ladies Stone Circle and with 3.1/2 acres of paddock and lovely rambling gardens, it is the ideal location for touring the Dales and Peaks of Derbyshire. Chatsworth and Haddon Hall are only 10 minutes away, Dovedale and Ashbourne lie to the south and Hartington and Ladybower Dam lie to the north. There are wonderful walks locally and throughout the whole of the Peak District.

The Hayloft is completely self-contained with access via original old stone granary steps, which rise from the quaint south-facing, secluded courtyard full of various cottage garden and climbing plants. Panoramic views from The Hayloft windows take in the gardens and paddock and the wooded and heather clad hillsides towards Stanton and Beeley Moors, and also the rolling farmland towards Darley Hillside.

Accommodation

1 bed, sleeps 2

A wealth of natural stonework, original king post truss and old pine timber framing give an olde worlde atmosphere to the high class accommodation which has been tastefully restored, and decorated and equipped to a luxurious standard with old pine furniture throughout, but also providing all modern facilities. An open-plan sitting area with comfy cream sofa and easy chair, TV/video and radio/CD player, dining area and farmhouse style pine kitchen with oven and hob, microwave and full size fridge-freezer all make for easy, comfortable living.

There is a spacious, very pretty double bedroom with an original old Victorian brass & iron bed with a new comfortable double 10" thick mattress. A vanity unit with gold taps is set in an alcove alongside a fitted wardrobe, and there is a dressing area with chest of drawers and a window overlooking the courtyard. An en-suite shower and toilet complete the accommodation.

Various sitting out chairs are provided in the courtyard and down on the lawn where you can admire the wonderful views and watch the free-range chickens in the field (lovely eggs with that long-forgotten flavour are available!) You may also catch a glimpse of the abundant deer and the other wildlife in the area. Keen gardeners will be delighted by the ponds and vast array of plants in the rambling gardens. If you fancy a barbecue there is one available on request for your personal use.

A cot can be provided on request and baby sitting by arrangement. A fold-up single bed is also available for an older child if required.

A well behaved small dog is welcome by arrangement and you may exercise your dog in the adjoining field, weather permitting .

Features

• centrally heated
• no somoking
• all bed linen, towels and tea towels are provided free of charge
• owner maintained throughout the year
• car parking is available within the gardens
• 1/2 mile from 2 pubs

Telephone Cherry on 01629-733856
Please quote Peak Cottages Direct

Visit the Owners web site for further information
Map of the Cottage's location from MultiMap

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