Country Guest House in Dovedale Derbyshire

Located just a short distance from the famous Dovedale stepping stones and the spectacularly beautiful foothills of Thorpe Cloud, this listed stone cottage, built in 1725 has all the beauty and charm you could ever wish for.

There are many splendid walks and footpaths from the doorstep, ideal for walkers, joggers, cyclists or even horseback riders. The magnificent stately homes of Chatsworth and Haddon Hall with their wonderful gardens and fantastic events are only a few miles away.

Thorpe Cottage Country Guest House	Double Bedroom
Double Bedroom	Dining

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Awarded five stars and a gold award from the English Tourism Council.

All of our rooms are luxuriously decorated to a very high standard right down to the smallest detail. All have a flat screen television, DVD/video player (complimentary film library available for guests), illuminated clock radio, wardrobe with full size mirror, dressing table and chair, complimentary tea and coffee making facilities, hairdryer, modern en-suite bathroom (showers are equipped with power showers) with distinctive lighting & tiling, Gilchrist & Soames toiletries and luxuriously soft, extra large bath sheets. After a long day of taking in the sights here in scenic Dovedale, of the Derbyshire Dales, Peak District, it’s nice to know sheer comfort awaits you.

Arrival & Departure Times:
Rooms are available between 4:00pm and 6.30pm (unless by prior arrangement) on the day of arrival. We would ask you to please vacate your room by 10:30am on the day of departure.

Breakfast Time:
Breakfast is served at 9:00am. If you have dietary requirements, please explain at time of booking.
Children & Pets:
We don't allow children of any age at Thorpe Cottage Country Guest House. We are strictly adults only. Regrettably, we are unable to accommodate any pets (except guide dogs).

Smoking:
There is a strict policy of no smoking at Thorpe Cottage or anywhere on the grounds.
Food and Drink:
Due to excessive damage, we no longer allow alcohol or takeaway foods in the cottage.

Thorpe Cottage Guest House
Wintercroft Lane,
Thorpe,
Ashbourne,
Derbyshire,
DE6 2AW

Tel 01335 350 466

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Based on two people sharing £100 - £125 per night

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The village of Thorpe has some beautiful areas to explore with stunning scenery of rolling green hills, sheep and cattle grazing and dotted with many magnificent old trees and you can see the views from Thorpe Cottage Country Guest House’s decking area. Explore through the village of Thorpe, past St. Leonard’s Norman church and continue the walk down to the listed Caldwell Bridge, where the River Dove flows gently underneath. The water is so clear and the area is so unspoilt, you can usually see trout swimming along. It’s a very peaceful and relaxing place. If you were to continue along, the walk would take you to the famous stepping stones in Dovedale, of the Derbyshire Dales Peak District. From our private car park, you can walk to the Tissington Trail. This is an unused rail line that is now a superb place to walk or cycle. Plenty of rest stops along the trail and you can follow it to the beautiful old village of Hartington. Pubs, cheese factory & shop, ice cream and quaint shops are all awaiting.

Where to visit at Thorpe Cottage in
Dovedale, Derbyshire Dales Peak District...

Listed below are a few places which may be of interest.

Ilam Park
Ilam park is located in just past Dovedale, about 1.5 miles from the cottage. The park is open daily from dawn until dusk. They have some nice walking trails and a visitor’s centre. Admission is free and refreshments are available.

Tissington Hall
Tissington Hall is situated at the edge of the Derbyshire Dales Peak District. The hall is located in a beautifully maintained estate village which has tearooms, butchers, gift shop, candle making shop and a pony trekking centre. It is open for selected months of the year, so please call 01335 352200 to check that the hall will be open when you want to visit. Well Dressings are the 1st week in May and the Tissington Trail can be joined at Thorpe, just off of Narlows Lane.

Chatsworth
Chatsworth is set in the heart of the Derbyshire Dales Peak District. It is home to the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire. Over 30 rooms are open to visitors. Chatsworth has over 105 acres of extremely impressive gardens, containing fountains, the cascade and a maze. There are also 3 gift shops, a farm shop, and a restaurant. It is open mid March to late December.

Kedleston Hall
Contains the most complete example of Robert Adams interiors in England. Visitors have been impressed for over 200 years by the vast marble hall and the salon with its coffered dome. There is a trust shop and a restaurant in the great kitchen. The guesthouse is just 12 miles from this stately home.

Calke Abbey
This is no ordinary stately home - it has a fascinating mixture of splendour and decay. There is a landscaped park, church, restaurant and shop. It is open from April - October and refreshm are available. Located in Ticknall, Derby. The guest house is about 30 miles from Calke Abbey.