b&b near chatsworth - Holly Cottage

Holly Cottage B&B (http://www.hollycottagebandb.co.uk/) is in the Estate village of Pilsley, one mile from Chatsworth House, at the heart of the Chatsworth Estate in the magnificent landscape of Derbyshire’s Peak District National Park.


Chatsworth is the home of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire and is one of Britain’s best loved historic houses and estates, that offer something for everyone to enjoy, from famous works of art, young animals and the spectacular fountains in the garden to the finest shopping, food and drink and many miles of free walks.

The following is a review written by one of its customers:

"I was so happy I picked this B&B. We were particularly interested in Chatsworth (1.5 miles away), Bakewell (3 miles away) and other villages, but I did not want to stay anywhere too busy. Given you drive everywhere in the Peak District in any case, this is perfect as a base. The village is tiny, but has the Chatsworth Farm Shop (with attached restaurant), a fantastic pub with great food (make sure you book, and there is no dinner served on Sundays), and is beautifully situated. All the locals were very friendly. Very quiet at night so we slept well. We were in the yellow room, and after being cautioned on both the website and by Sarah when I emailed her about how small it was, I was expecting a shoebox. Instead we got a beautifully laid out, plushly decorated, quite spacious room. The photos on the internet make it look much smaller than it is. Due to the layout, only one person can lie on the bed and watch TV - the other needs to sit on the bottom of their bed, but that was really the only point I would need to make on the room. The bathroom is small, but well laid out with a strong hot power shower. Everything is very clean and the room was kept stocked with biscuits and quality coffee and tea. The toiletries were a bit cheap, but I always bring my own to B&Bs in any case. The sheets and duvets were comfortable and good quality. Sarah made up the room every day, and also did the breakfasts. Breakfasts were very generous and great quality from the Farm Shop. We did not need lunch whilst staying there. The hosts check you in and then leave you alone which suited us well - Holly Cottage dates from the early 18th century so expect low doors, steep stairs and quirky annexes.


On the peak District generally, we loved Chatsworth, Ashford in the Water, Hartington, Tissington and Froggat. Bakewell and Castleton were a huge disappointment - lacking in charm, full of busloads of tourists going shopping, and pay parking even on the roadside a mile from town. Much better to stick to the lesser known villages and enjoy the pure beauty of the park."

You're welcome to contact us on 01246 582245 or welcome@hollycottagebandb.co.uk

Grange Hotel - The Grange Hotel

The Grange Hotel (www.grangenewark.co.uk) in Nottinghamshire is a friendly, privately owned three star hotel and restaurant located in the vibrant market town of Newark.


The hotel is owned and managed by Tom and Sandra Carr who each have over 30 years experience in the hospitality industry.

The Grange offers a variety of hotel accommodation made up of comfortable bedrooms ideally suited to business travellers and tourists looking for a hotel in Nottinghamshire alike.

Each room is non-smoking, is en-suite and features the following: television, radio alarm, direct dial telephone, hairdryer, iron and ironing board, trouser press and tea and coffee making facilities. An in-room safe is also included for your peace of mind.

The Grange hotel has arranged a wonderful Easter Dinner Menu http://www.grangenewark.co.uk/SEFS/ID.3030/SEFE/ViewItem.asp

Any inquiry, please call us on 01636 703399, or email info@grangenewark.co.uk