Pets welcome Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
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Foxglove Cottage is full of character and is furnished and equipped to a high standard whilst retaining many original features. In recognition of this it has received a four star quality grading by VisitBritain.
This charming stone cottage is on a quiet, private lane in a small farming village on the edge of the Peak District National Park. Perched on top of a hill, there are fabulous views over the valley. There is an open log fire for cosy winter evenings. The peaceful little hamlet of Alton is in beautiful countryside on the fringes of the scenic Peak District National Park. It is the ideal base for exploring all this area has to offer. There is excellent walking from the doorstep with horse-riding in the village.
Foxglove Cottage
Sitting Room
Double Bedroom
Foxglove Cottage Garden
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The Heart of England / Peak District / Peak District/Derbyshire region
The Peak District National Park covers 500 square miles across several counties and attracts visitors from around the world. Derbyshire is famous for its natural beauty from peaks and dales to picturesque villages. It really does have something for everyone – for the more energetic there is fantastic walking, sailing and climbing. It has more historic houses than you can shake a stick at – Chatsworth, Hardwick and Haddon to name but three. For families there are caves and caverns to explore, theme parks to visit and cable cars and trams to ride. Or why not simply stroll around our many pretty towns and villages or potter about the countryside. No wonder many of our visitors come back time and time again.
Chesterfield / Ashover area
Alton is a small and friendly farming village of around thirty stone cottages. A short walk of less than half a mile from Foxglove Cottage is the Fabrick Rock. This is 299 metres above sea level and, on clear days, offers spectacular views of Derbyshire and across five other counties: Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire and Staffordshire. Look for the stone steps carved into the hillside next to it and follow the public footpath to Ashover.
If you like horse-riding or would you like to learn please visit Alton Riding School which is a few hundred metres from the cottage.
Alton is too small for a pub or a shop but several can be found in Ashover which is a mile away by road but closer if you go on foot cross-country following one of several footpaths from Foxglove Cottage down the hill. Ashover is frequently described as one of the prettiest villages in Derbyshire and it hosts a famous traditional country show on the 2nd Wednesday in August every year – definitely not to be missed!
How to get there
Foxglove Cottage is situated in the small village of Alton close to Ashover. It is 5 miles from both Matlock and Chesterfield but there is no public transport in the village so a car is essential. Travelling time from either juntion 28 or 29 of the M1 motorway is around 20 minutes.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Nottingham East Midlands: 45 km
Railway:
Chesterfield: 8 km
Ferry:
Hull: 128 km
Activities near Chesterfield
Sports: Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats
Single beds (2), Double beds (1), Dining seating for 4, Lounge seating for 4, Sleeps maximum of 4
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Private garden, BBQ
Further details indoors: There is a cosy sitting room and a well-equipped dining kitchen downstairs. Upstairs are two good-sized bedrooms - one double and one twin - and a bathroom with WC, handbasin and electric shower over the bath.
We place a high priority on cleanliness and presentation – before you arrive the cottage will have been thoroughly cleaned and prepared for you. If you need any assistance during your stay there will be someone available to help you nearby. On the other hand if you’d prefer to be left alone to enjoy the peace and tranquillity of our lovely area then you’ll also find this an ideal place to spend your holiday.
Foxglove Cottage has an incoming telephone. We can supply a travel cot (suitable for babies up to 2 years old) on request.
Further details outdoors: The peaceful little hamlet of Alton is in beautiful countryside on the fringes of the scenic Peak District National Park. Don’t make the mistake of thinking this is the home of the Alton Towers theme park – that's in Staffordshire 33 miles away. Our Alton is a sleepy hamlet in the award-winning parish of Ashover. Foxglove Cottage is the ideal base for exploring all this area has to offer and visitors often comment on how centrally located it is for reaching the many attractions of Derbyshire and the Peak District. For example Chatsworth is just over 7 miles away - 15 minutes by car. There is excellent walking from the doorstep with horse-riding in the village. The “Crooked Spire” town of Chesterfield and the resort of Matlock Bath are both within a few miles. Chatsworth House and the “White Peak” dales around Bakewell and Dovedale are all an easy drive away.
There are several excellent pubs which serve food in the vicinity – at least half a dozen of them just over a mile away in the neighbouring villages of Ashover, Milltown and Woolley Moor.
The cottage has its own private garden with barbecue and furniture for those lazy summer days. Parking for two cars.
Further details
Bookings are made directly with the owners - we don't use booking agents so you won't be charged an agency fee. Booking is really easy. Choose which dates you want then email, phone or text us. We’ll get back to you quickly.
Weekly bookings generally run from Saturday to Saturday between June and the end of September. Short breaks of three nights usually run from Friday to Monday and if you book a four-night short break from Monday to Friday you get four nights for the same price as a three-night weekend break. We ask for a deposit on booking with the balance six weeks before your holiday starts.
It is always worth contacting us if your requirements are different from this, particularly for late bookings or during the winter. We try to be as flexible as possible about start dates. If you would like any other information about Foxglove Cottage or the surrounding area please get in touch - we'll be happy to help you arrange the perfect holiday or short break.
Conditions
One well-behaved pet is welcome by prior arrangement
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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Period
From
To
Weekly
Nightly rate
Minimum stay
Weekday
Weekend
Late Summer
20 Sep 08
4 Oct 08
270£ 270
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0-
3 Nights
Autumn
4 Oct 08
18 Oct 08
265£ 265
0-
0-
3 Nights
October Half Term
18 Oct 08
1 Nov 08
340£ 340
0-
0-
3 Nights
Off Peak
1 Nov 08
20 Dec 08
240£ 240
0-
0-
3 Nights
Christmas & New Year
20 Dec 08
3 Jan 09
380£ 380
0-
0-
3 Nights
Off Peak
3 Jan 09
7 Feb 09
240£ 240
0-
0-
3 Nights
February Half Term
7 Feb 09
21 Feb 09
260£ 260
0-
0-
3 Nights
Off Peak
21 Feb 09
4 Apr 09
240£ 240
0-
0-
3 Nights
Easter
4 Apr 09
18 Apr 09
350£ 350
0-
0-
3 Nights
Spring
18 Apr 09
25 Apr 09
270£ 270
0-
0-
3 Nights
Spring
25 Apr 09
16 May 09
320£ 320
0-
0-
3 Nights
Spring
16 May 09
23 May 09
350£ 350
0-
0-
3 Nights
Spring Bank
23 May 09
30 May 09
420£ 420
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0-
3 Nights
Early Summer
30 May 09
4 Jul 09
360£ 360
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0-
1 Week
Summer
4 Jul 09
11 Jul 09
400£ 400
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0-
1 Week
Summer
11 Jul 09
18 Jul 09
420£ 420
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0-
1 Week
Summer
18 Jul 09
29 Aug 09
440£ 440
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1 Week
Late Summer
29 Aug 09
5 Sep 09
340£ 340
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0-
1 Week
Late Summer
5 Sep 09
19 Sep 09
310£ 310
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0-
1 Week
Late Summer
19 Sep 09
3 Oct 09
290£ 290
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1 Week
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
Please check our website for short break prices for specific dates. The price you are quoted is what you pay - there are no hidden extras. The rental includes all heating, electricity and other running costs. Towels and bedding are all included in the price. We do not charge extra if you want to bring a pet unless you fail to notify us in advance. Payment can be made by sterling cheque or, for overseas visitors, by foreign draft or international money order. We also accept payment by credit or debit card through PayPal.
Guestbook
“Foxglove Cottage is truly a most delightful place. Thank you for making it so comfortable and welcoming. We have been to several cottages around England in the past and Foxglove is by far the best”
“A very relaxing break in a cosy cottage. Had forgotten how nice it is to sit by a roaring open fire. The views from the back door at night were spectacular”
“Truly a lovely cottage, peaceful area and beautiful country views”
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