Oatcake Cottage, Castleton - 4 star Peak District National Park Holiday Cottage
Cottage with 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4, Garden
A romantic home from home with everything you could possibly need for a relaxing break. Orriginally a bakery, Oatcake Cottage was built in 1690 of limestone and nestles below Peveril Castle in a quiet, rural backwater in the popular village of Castleton.
It has many orriginal features including two 7 feet long stone troughs which feature on the small forecourt, a gritstone fireplace and exposed beams and trusses. A quaint dining room with french doors leads out into the beautiful private, enclosed terraced garden with spectacular views where you can sit in the evenings with a glass of wine.
Short Breaks taken (excluding July and August). Late Lets. Last minute deals always available - ring Angela or Terry on 01433 670014.
Centrally heated throughout (guest controlled) and water on demand. DVD player. Laura Ashley sofas. Roberts radio, parking etc etc. A delightful, well equipped country kitchen with Belfast sink, in-keeping with the cottage's character. Country style bathroom, wood panelled and tiled, with all-season towel rail providing constant warmth. Very attractive bedrooms with pine furniture, made by local craftsmen. Both bedrooms have exposed beams and an original oak King Truss!!
Oatcake Cottage is a treasure which everyone loves and to which many return. As a great place for a holiday, Castleton is unmatched even in this lovely part of the Peak District. With stunning scenery taken as read, memorable walks from our doorstep (just around the corner into Cave Dale and you're away!), marvellous cycling (mountain bikers take note) all around, and the most notable attractions of the National Park within easy reach by car, the village is a delightful retreat at all times of year.
Facilities for this holiday cottage in Chapel en le Frith, Heart of England
Central Heating, Telephone, House Linen, Towels Provided. Centrally heated throughout (guest controlled). No metres.
Dining:
Seating for 4.
Entertainment:
Terrestrial TV, Video, DVD, Radio, CD System, Board Games.
Outside:
Terrace, Garden, BBQ, Parking, Garden Furniture.
Suitability:
Children Welcome, Not Suitable For Wheelchairs, Suitable For Elderly, Pets Allowed, Sorry - No Smokers.
Local activities in and around Chapel en le Frith, Heart of England
Dramatic gritstone edges, wild heather moorlands and gentle limestone dales make the Peak District National Park one of Britain's best-loved landscapes so no wonder it was Britains 1st National Park. It's renowned for its pretty villages, beautiful scenery, good walkes in the hills and stately homes. The Peak District is perfect for couples or families as it has something to suit everyone whether it's a walk in the hills, caving, hangliding or just pottering.
Castleton itself has many facilities including a handful of good pubs, plenty of places to eat and lots of little shops open all year round. If you prefer you can park the car for a few days and enjoy the whole holiday entriely on foot!
All of the village hostelries serve super quality food and ale, the visitors' book gives previous guests' thoughts on the best ones! There are also three lovely country tea shops and a restaurant, all run by local residents. All four caves are within walking distance of ‘Oatcake’ and there are spectacular walks for you to enjoy in EVERY direction. All the neighbours are friendly and polite, part of a real community village which basks in quiet and solitude. On the first Sunday of every month Castleton holds a farmers market where you can sample all the delicacies and local produce of Derbyshire. In nearby Hathersage is the areas first Organic Restaurant, recently visited by Hollywood actors Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward when they stayed in Castleton in November 2005. The film Pride and Prejudice is set in this beautiful part of Derbyshire.
Castleton Village Museum, Pevril Castle built by William The Conqueror's son, Peak Cavern, Blue John Cavern, Derwent and Ladywell Reservoirsused for practice by the famous "Dam Busters" in WWII, Derwent Cycle Trail 5 miles at Ladybower Reservoir, Haddon Hall and Chatsworth.
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