This delightful four star stone cottage sleeps two to six people and has three bedrooms. It is on a quiet, private lane in the small farming hamlet of Alton on the edge of the Peak District National Park. Perched on top of a hill, there are stunning views over the valley.

The peaceful little hamlet of Alton is in beautiful countryside on the fringes of the scenic Peak District National Park. It is the ideal base for exploring all this area has to offer. There is excellent walking from the doorstep with horse-riding nearby. The “Crooked Spire” town of Chesterfield and the resort of Matlock Bath are both within a few miles.  Chatsworth House and the “White Peak” dales around Bakewell and Dovedale are all an easy drive away. For the children there are the American Adventure and Gulliver’s Kingdom.

There are several excellent pubs which serve food in the vicinity – at least half a dozen of them just over a mile away in the neighbouring villages of Ashover, Milltown and Woolley Moor.

Columbine Cottage combines the comforts of modern living with the charm and character of a country cottage. It has been furnished and equipped to a high standard whilst retaining many original features. In recognition of this it has received a four star quality grading by the English Tourism Council.

There is an open log fire for cosy winter evenings. The cottage also has its own private garden with barbecue and furniture for those lazy summer days.

One well-behaved pet is welcome by prior arrangement.

Details:

§         Semi-detached stone cottage with three bedrooms

§         Open log fire in sitting room (coal and logs included in the price)

§         Oil-fired central heating

§         All linen provided – bedding (duvets), towels and tea-towels

§         Colour TV. Video. DVD. Mini HiFi.

§         Electric cooker. Microwave

§         Fridge. Freezer

§         Washing Machine. Ironing Facilities. Tumble dryer

§         Highchair

§         Barbecue

Ground floor:

§         Sitting room with fireplace and open fire. French door to garden.

§         Fitted kitchen.

§         Dining room with access to cellar.

First Floor:

§         Three bedrooms – one double room and two twin-bedded rooms

§         Bathroom with bath, separate shower cubicle, toilet and two hand-basins

Outside:

§         Parking for two cars

§         Small private garden with patio, furniture and barbecue. Please note there are seven steps to main garden area

We place a high priority on cleanliness and presentation – before you arrive the cottage will have been thoroughly cleaned and prepared for you. If you need any assistance during your stay there will be someone available to help you nearby. On the other hand if you’d prefer to be left alone to enjoy the peace and tranquility of our lovely area then you’ll also find this an ideal place to spend your holiday.

Prices

There are no hidden extras in the price. What you see is what you pay. The rental covers all bedding (duvets), towels, central heating costs, electricity and fuel for the open fires.

Please check our website for latest prices and availability

Bookings

Columbine Cottage is open throughout the year. Weekly bookings generally run from Saturday to Saturday between Easter and the end of September. Short breaks of three nights usually run from Friday to Monday but contact us to check if other days are available. If you book a four-night short break from Monday to Friday you get four nights for the same price as a three-night weekend break.

It is always worth contacting us if your requirements are different from this, particularly for late bookings or during the winter. We try to be as flexible as possible about start dates.

We ask for a deposit on booking with the balance six weeks before your holiday starts.