Nightingale Farmhouse

Nightingale Farmhouse: Derbyshire

Shrouded in moss and greenery, this Derbyshire manor is perfect for those seeking a rural retreat. Reminiscent of a time gone by, this home embraces the simple things in life, surrounded by sprawling countryside and pretty canals. If you like staying somewhere with bags of character, you’ll love it here – the historical home even features its original scullery, where you can chop your own logs for the fire. It was lovingly refurbished in 2009, but it retains its original charm, with every nook and cranny telling a story.

The warm shades, exposed brick, and vaulted ceilings exude old-world homeliness. And if that doesn’t make you feel cosy and at home, the log-burning fireplace sure will. You’ll love family mornings in the living room, chatting over mugs of tea and bacon sandwiches while the fireplace cuts through the brisk morning cold. And with a consistent view of the lush greenery right outside, it's truly a bucolic scene.

When you want to explore, all you have to do is step out your door and you’ll be in the heart of the Derbyshire countryside. Take walks across valleys and hills, stopping off for an obligatory pub lunch. Then, return home for a crisp glass of wine in your verdant garden, encircled by manicured hedges and leafy trees. When talk turns to dinner, you'll love preparing meals together in your farmhouse-style kitchen before tucking in around the homely kitchen table. Finish off the day with a few drinks and a spot of pool in your games room, or with a board game in front of the roaring fire.

Home truths:
*There's unrestricted free on-street parking here
*Your host can provide a high chair and cot for free upon request
*Your host will provide one basket of logs for the fireplace – you can also try chopping your own in the scullery
*All bedrooms can be made into twin or double rooms upon request
*Two of the bedrooms are accessed via the front stairs, two are accessed via the kitchen stairs, and the fifth can be accessed by either
*There's a games room in the attic for the little ones
*The first bathroom features a bathtub with a handheld shower