Hartington near Dove Dale, Dora’s Cottage

Dora's Cottage is a beautiful cottage with 2 foot thick stone walls. It is situated half way between Hartington and Hulme End in the heart of the Peak District National Park. Relax and enjoy the stunning views across Beresford Dale and the River Dove towards a line of dramatic limestone hills. The master bedroom has a Super-King bed & the second bedroom has two double beds, all have premium quality bed linen. There is a large garden. Kids can run wild and talk to the organic cows. NO PETS please The space 180 degree uninterrupted view of Beresford Dale's range of limestone hills. A large garden with two outdoor dining areas and a lovely paddock with the shade of trees for those occasional balmy days. Dora’s Cottage is part of an old Derbyshire Long Barn. Previously, as a small holding, part of the building was the dwelling while the rest of the building house the animals and straw. As with many old dwellings, Dora's Cottage has a couple of low doorways and the part of the kitchen ceiling is about 6'2". Our son-in-law who's 6'4" manages without an issue. There are bits of string on the door frame to remind folks to duck. Guest access You'll have sole use of Dora's Cottage. Privacy is guaranteed. The large garden has private areas for each cottage with plenty of spaces to dine outdoors. We are unable to accept pets of any kind. Other things to note NO PETS We hope you enjoy your stay and we welcome any comments and suggestions. Tips for things to do in the area; Fishing on the Dove You can arrange dry fly fishing on the River Dove in Beresford Dale which is just 400 yards from the cottage. This needs to be pre-booked prior to arrival so please let us know when you book. Bakewell is a beautiful market town about 8 miles away. Chakra Lounge Matlock Bath is a bit of a tourist trap but lovely scenery so worth a look. Haddon Hall Country House film location for Pride and Prejudice with Kiera Knightly, Jane Eyre film and The Princess Bride. Lord and Lady Manners are often around to chat to. Chatsworth House - Duke and Duchess of Devonshire ILAM Hall - ILAM village - National Trust Tissington Hall - Sir Richard and Lady Fiona Fitzherbert. They run the lovely tearooms there too. Fun having your sarnies brought to you by a Lady! Leek Lots to look at especially if you like antiques
 Buxton for the Opera House and shopping. Green Pavilion Cafe Chakra Lounge Simply Thai Vigor and Virtue Pizza Express Denby Pottery - shop and lovely cafe Cycling on the Tissington Trail, old railway line so good and level - Hire Centre at Parsley Hay Walk or cycle along he old railway line of the Manifold Light Railway which starts at Hulme End. The trail runs along a stunning valley. There’s a little cafe at Wetton Mill 2.5 miles down the line towards Waterhouses. Take some cash as they’re stuck in 1940. Lovely steam train rides at; Peak Rail, Rowsley
Churnet Valley Railway, Cheddleton
Ecclesbourne Valley Railway, Wirksworth Eating out

Hartington - Devonshire Arms and Charles Cotton Hotel

Manifold Inn, Hulme End (turn right out of gate, after 3/4 of a mile. Great pub and lots of good food. 

Biggin Hall, just up from Hartington does fine dining.

The George in Alstonefield is very good.

The Bull at Monyash is also very good but gets busy so worth booking. Veggie food for lunch and afternoon teas) Very good indeed.
 Peacock Hotel at Rowsley - owned by Lord and Lady Edward Manners. Very posh place. You might find a famous person sitting next to you at lunch or dinner! Supermarkets Sainsburys in Leek, Ashbourne and Matlock Morrisons in Buxton Waitrose in Buxton Sainsburys local in Buxton Tesco Express in Buxton Co-op in Bakewell, Darley Bridge, Ashbourne and Wirksworth