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For price information click hereLeek 6 miles; Ashbourne 9 miles.
The attractive rural village of Ipstones lies on the western fringes of the Peak District in lovely moorland countryside, between the market towns of Leek and Ashbourne. The village offers a post office, village shop and pubs serving food. The surrounding countryside is excellent for walking with miles of woodland trails and moorland hikes to enjoy. Dovedale and the limestone Churnet Valley are on the doorstep and The Manifold Trail is close by. There is easy access to many of the area's attractions including Chatsworth House, Haddon Hall, Lyme Park (NT) as seen in TV’s Pride & Prejudice, the NT Ilam Estate or Blackbrook Zoological Gardens. A great touring base for all the Peak District - and Alton Towers is just a 10 minute drive away.
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| Rating |
3 Ticks | Pets | No | Smoking | No |
| Sleeps | 9 | Grid Reference | SK 041 527 | Off Road Parking | Yes |
| Bedrooms | 3 | Open Fire | No | Garden | Yes |
| Bathrooms | 2 | Short Breaks |
Winter Last-Minute |
Smaller Party Reductions |
No |
A unique, welcoming barn conversion, originally an 18th Century pig barn, in the rural hamlet of Bottomhouse, in the parish of Ipstones. Thoughtfully designed for an element of flexibility, Curlew Barn offers well-equipped accommodation with beamed ceilings and views over rolling countryside. The cottage offers two distinct living areas, two kitchens and two shower rooms, making this an ideal cottage for extended families or those seeking to holiday together but retain their independence. Optional use of a hot tub is an added attraction at this cottage. Bottomhouse is classified as an Environmentally Sensitive Area for wildlife preservation, and many fine walks can be enjoyed in and around the area, including a 12 mile walk through the owners' land over Ipstones Edge. The Tissington Trail, Alton Towers, Chatsworth House and Dovedale are within easy reach. Note: Cottage adjoins Bottomhouse Barn Ref 2586, together they sleep 24. Note: When booking Curlew Barn with Bottomhouse Barn, the changeover day must be a Friday.
Three bedrooms: 1 x family room with 4ft double & single (accessed via separate staircase), 1 x double leading to 1 x twin (low beams, suitable for children). Two ground floor shower rooms with shower, basin & WC. Two living areas, each with well-equipped kitchen, dining area & cosy sitting area (one seating 4, one seating 5 with sofabed).
Electric central heating. 2 x combi grill/microwaves, 2 x electric hobs, 2 x fridge/freezers, 2 x flat screen colour TV/DVDs with Freeview, 2 x radio/CD, washing machine & tumble dryer in outside barn. Fuel & power inc. in rent. Bed linen & towels inc. in rent. Cot & highchair on request. Off road parking for 3 cars. Enclosed patio with furniture & BBQ. Hot tub available at charge of £150 per week or short break, payable direct to the owner. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop 2 miles, pub and restaurant 5 mins walk. Note: Refundable Good Housekeeping bond of £50. Note: No stag parties allowed at this property.
01244 356666
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Previous visitors' comments about Curlew Barn:
Peace and quiet, being able to come and go as we please. Friendliness of owners.
Ms Rowley, Wolverhampton, July 2010