Beech Cottage and Birch Cottage Hartington

An introduction to Beech Cottage and Birch

The three bedroomed Beech and Birch Cottages are centrally situated in the heart of the picturesque village of Hartington, which is an ideal base from which to explore the Peak District National Park.

Beech Cottage and Birch Cottage main features

Accommodation details

Beech and Birch Cottages are centrally located in the heart of the picturesque village of Hartington, which is an ideal base from which to explore the Peak District National Park. The cottages are approximately 200 yards from the local village shops, Post Office and Inns.

The cottages are 3 storey stone cottages, and are adjacent to each other. 

Prices

For information on prices, please contact the proprietors via telephone or email.


Further accommodation information

Beech Cottage has an English Tourism 3* rating, scoring a high standard overall and was refurbished in 2008. The cottage is fully heated throughout, with electric storage heaters in each bedroom and the living room. The kitchen and bathroom have underfloor heating and the living room also has an inviting coal/log fire.  There is an unlimited supply of coal and logs, and all heating is included in the rental.

Beech Cottage sleeps 7 people in 3 bedrooms.  Birch Cottage sleeps 6 people comfortably, in 3 bedrooms, plus there is an additional pull out bed. Each cottage has a lawned front garden, at the front, with table and chairs and BBQ.  A private off road car parking space is available for one car at each property, with ample additional car parking available on the quiet adjacent road.

Birch Cottage was tastefully renovated in 2011 and is awaiting grading from English Tourism, but aims to achieve 4* grading.  The cottage is fully heated throughout with oil central heating, the living room also has a welcoming wood burning stove.

The interior of each cottage comprises of Living Room, Kitchen/Diner, Bathroom and three bedrooms.

The cottages are personally supervised by ourselves, and we are close at hand should you need any help or assistance.  We are able to offer you advice on activities and places to visit in the area, as we are “locals”, Fred being born and has lived in Hartington all his life, we have a wealth of local information.  We take pride in our cottages, and our high standard of housekeeping reflects this. 

We look forward to welcoming you to our cottages, and will endeavour to make your holiday relaxing and enjoyable.


Walking

Excellent walking is available directly from the door of the cottages. Wolfscote Dale through to Dovedale, Biggin Dale, and Pilsbury Hollow are favourites with everyone.  We can offer you advice on walks in the beautiful countryside close by.

 
Cycling

Cycles can be hired at Parsley Hay Station on the Tissington Trail, approximately 3 miles from the village.  From here you can cycle to Ashbourne on the Tissington Trail, or to Cromford on the High Peak Trail.  Both trails are disused railway lines and are traffic free and therefore ideal for children. Cycles can also be hired from Waterhouses, approximately 10 miles from the village. 

From Waterhouses, you can cycle along the Manifold Track to Hulme End, passing the impressive Thors Cave en route.  Some of this track is on a minor public road, but cycling through the Swainsley Tunnel is an experience not to be missed.  For the more adventurous there are also cycle routes nearby, with Route 54 passing through the village.

In addition the Monsal Trail is just a few miles away—this 9 mile traffic free cycle route has just been opened up throughout its length, as the tunnels, closed for 55 years since the railway closed, have been surfaced and lit. Cycle Hire (and even electric cycles!) is available at various points along the length.
 

Historic Houses

Chatsworth House, the home of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire, is the most famous historic house within the Peak District.  The house and gardens are well worth a visit, and there is a small farm and adventure playground for children. 
 
Haddon Hall, a beautiful medieval manor house, originally the home of the Vernon family who were the Lords of the manor for Bakewell.

 
Theme Parks
 
Alton Towers, is approximately 15 miles away.
 
Gulliver's Kingdom – attractions suited to younger children – 10 miles.

 
Local Towns

Buxton - famous for the Georgian splendour of the Crescent, the Victorian Pavilion Gardens,  and the Edwardian Opera House.

Ashbourne – quaint market town with numerous shops for browsing and enjoying a nice cup of coffee at one of the local cafes.

Bakewell – beautiful market town, which holds a busy livestock market on a Monday.  Also don’t forget to sample the delicious local Bakewell Pudding.

Leek – old mill town, with majestic Memorial Clock Monument at head of main shopping street.  Meander around the various antique shops, or visit the popular Wednesday market.


Other attractions
 
Heights of Abraham – country park and caverns set in 60 acres of woodlands - 10 miles away. 
 
Carsington Water – reservoir offering sailing, walking and cycling, children’s adventure playground – 8 miles away. 
 
Blue John Cavern – informative tours in illuminated limestone caverns where the famous Blue John stone is mined. 
 
Crich Tramway Village – restored period village which is the home of the National Tramway Museum