Green Acre, Grindlow

Double bedroom with private wet room in a charming eighteenth century cottage with stunning views of the garden and surrounding countryside. Green Acre is a delightful cottage in the hamlet of Grindlow, located in a secluded part of the Peak District National Park. Your room is newly furnished and decorated to a high standard, with adjacent compact wet room and facilities for making drinks. Wifi is freely available, and I provide bathrobes, hairdryer and toiletries for your use during your stay. Breakfast is included in your rate. Assistance dogs are welcome for no extra charge and others by negotiation. You have private access to your part of the house, which is an annexe attached to the main building. You will also be able to enjoy the shared spaces. Sit out in the garden or patio, take in a spectacular sunset from the conservatory or cosy up by the log burner in the main lounge. My two dogs will be more than happy to show you how to relax! Breakfast is served downstairs in the farmhouse-style kitchen. Parking is available on the drive plus garage storage for bicycles. I'm around a great deal of the time and am happy to chat or give you space if that's what you prefer. The area is a walker's paradise with access to public footpaths within yards of the house. You can enjoy ancient woodland, moorland, open fields or the spectacular rock formations of Tideswell or Cresswell dales. A little further afield Castleton offers the Blue John Caves, Peveril Castle and the stark beauty of Winnats Pass. Eyam, the plague village, has a fascinating museum, delightful tea rooms and is home to Eyam Hall, besides also being the start point of the Peak Pilgrimage. Those looking for something on a grander scale will find Haddon Hall and Chatsworth within easy reach. The Ladybower reservoirs are stunning at any time of year, Hathersage offers a Jane Eyre themed walk and Edale the start of the Pennine Way. The nearest towns are Bakewell or Buxton. The Queen Anne at Great Hucklow, the Bull's Head at Foolow and the Barrel at Bretton are all within a mile or so's walk, all serving excellent food and local ales. Buses run between Sheffield, Buxton and Bakewell from Great Hucklow, which is a half mile walk from the house. They are reliable, but infrequent - ask me for timetables. The nearest local station is Hope, or Chesterfield for the main line from London. Buses from Manchester airport stop at Chapel-en-le-Frith. Transfers are available should you decide to arrive by public transport. Guests have arrived by public transport and had a great time, but you will have much more flexibility with your own vehicle. Be aware that we have snow up here in winter, which can make access a bit of an adventure! If you’re thinking of booking during the winter months, ask me for a weather report up front. Green Acre is an old house with character! Doors vary in height and width and floors can be uneven. There are stairs down to the kitchen where breakfast is served. Contact me if you have accessibility issues as there is very likely a workaround. I love to cook and have much experience hosting visitors from other countries and cultures. I'm happy to cater for all individual needs as long as you let me know at the point of booking. Breakfasts are largely locally sourced and home made, often including eggs from my own hens. I make my own muesli, bread, jams and marmalade. Be aware I have two cocker spaniels who are enthusiastic without being overwhelming! They are very much part of the family, so if you particularly dislike dogs or are allergic, this may not be the place for you. Guests’ dogs are generally welcome, but it’s useful to know a bit about your dog first.