Castle Cliffe

Right on the doorstep of the beautiful Monsal Dale, the imposing Castle Cliffe is a self-catering private house boasting nine bedrooms across two floors. This beautiful holiday home sits in England’s Peak District National Park, which is loved for its extraordinary landscapes, characterised by moorland hilltops, dramatic wooded hillsides and beautiful river valleys. Careful stewardship maintains this picturesque scenery which draws walkers, birdwatchers and artists from all over the world making the Peak District one of the finest examples of stunning British topography.

Castle Cliffe is a spacious house right in the heart of the Peak District. On the ground floor, you’ll find several family spaces, designed and furnished to guarantee that even larger groups will have sufficient room to eat together, unwind and enjoy themselves after a long day’s walking the Peaks. Prepare a serious meal on the traditional aga, in-keeping with Castle Cliffe’s well-preserved farmhouse aesthetic, or cook up a storm on the more contemporary cooker, both of which sit in the well appointed private kitchen. Sit down as a full group of twenty two at the central dining table, or indulge in the hardwood furniture on the patio which makes alfresco dining such a treat. Outdoors you’ll find a walled garden, a BBQ and your very own paddock, allowing younger children to play throughout the day, with parents safe in the knowledge that they’re secure.

In the evenings, relax in front of the television, or congregate around the woodburning stove as you make plans for the next day’s activities. A fully equipped laundry room on this level will ensure that whatever the weather, you’ll have clean and dry kit the next day.

On the first and second floors, the nine bedrooms have been configured for maximum flexibility. Regardless of family sizes and preferred sleeping arrangements, Castle Cliffe will be able to accommodate you without compromise. Seven rooms have ensuite facilities and the remaining two bedrooms share a luxury bathroom with a free-standing bathtub, the ideal place for a relaxing soak after a day exploring the local area. Every bedroom benefits from the interior style which makes Castle Cliffe so comfortable; high-end fitted wet-rooms are finished in warm, neutral tiles, and bedroom furniture is unpretentious, charming and built to last. With substantial original windows you can expect a breath-taking uninterrupted view of some of England’s loveliest scenery from your bedroom, allowing you to start each day in style.

Most visitors will wake up desperate to head straight out and spend the day hiking through the Peaks. The award-winning Haddon Hall and Chatsworth stately homes are just a few miles away. Between the plague village of Eyam, the nationally celebrated Castleton caverns, and Bakewell, a charming market town, there are daytrips to suit everybody in your extended group.