Bentley Brook Cottage

With 5 acres at your disposal, this rustic cottage in the Peak District is the ideal escape for anyone looking to indulge in a slice of rural peace. Not so rural, however, that you can’t easily nip into the Georgian gem that is Ashbourne. Explore the local coffee shops and markets whilst you’re there by strolling the cobbled streets and admiring the architecture. The award-winning Callow Hall is five minutes away, and Thor’s Cave – one of the beautiful hiking trails of the area – can be found at the other end of a twenty-minute drive.

But we bet we had you at rural peace, didn’t we? You’d be right to embrace it and there’s no better way than soaking up all that quiet from your position on the sunlounger. In the summer months, you can ward off the heat by slipping into the beautifully clear, private pool. Autumn and spring would best be spent strolling the large garden – you might even pack a basket and thermos for an impromptu picnic when you find a spot that you’re particularly drawn to.

Select one of the books in the library and curl up with it on the leather sofa, only getting up to top off your coffee. Evenings can be spent watching a movie in front of the crackling fire or by playing board games – just as long as you don’t forget the cocoa. If it’s not too nippy out yet, you might also find an alfresco meal at sunset to be one of your favourite moments of the day.

Home truths:
*Due to the location of this home, we recommend hiring a car to get the most out of your stay
*There’s free parking for up to two cars on the driveway
*While babies are welcome, this home may not be suitable for toddlers or children under 5 because of the unfenced swimming pool and pond – children will need supervision at all times
*Your host can provide a cot and high chair for free upon request
*Hen and stag parties are not allowed at this home
*For those with reduced mobility, there's a ground floor bedroom and bathroom here
*You'll have your own private entrance here
*The swimming pool is only available for use between 1st June and 31st August