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Ref: 698 Smith's Yard    
ASHBOURNE Lying at the southern end of the Peak District, Ashbourne is a perfect example of an English market town - market place with stalls, eccentric street plan, narrow cobbled alleys, coaching inns and almshouses. In its heyday in the 18th Century, the town was a fashionable social centre and many fine Georgian buildings remain from this period. Today the town still has much to offer in terms of restaurants and inns and is regarded as something of a haven for antique hunters - but don't expect a bargain! For those who prefer more outdoor pursuits, the Dove and Manifold Valleys are closeby. Alton Towers is just 20 minutes away. The Property: Smith's Yard A charming Grade II listed terraced cottage, tucked away in a delightful and quiet position, yet just a stone's throw from Ashbourne's main shopping streets and alleys. The brick built cottage has been recently refurbished throughout and offers extremely well furnished and comfortable accommodation whilst retaining many original features including old beams and cast iron and stone fireplaces. An excellent base from which to explore the south west corner of the Peak National Park - particularly the Dove and Manifold Valleys. Accommodation Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x single (with second 2ft 6' bed which pulls-out from underneath single). House bathroom with bath with electric shower over, washbasin and WC. Delightful kitchen/dining room with gas fire. Sitting room with 'living flame' gas fire. NB: The first floor is reached by a steep staircase.
Amenities Electric heating from night storage heaters and additional heating from gas fires in kitchen and sitting rooms. Electric cooker, microwave, fridge, freezer, automatic washer/dryer, colour TV, video, DVD player etc. All fuel and power inc. in rent. Duvets and pillows provided, please bring own bed linen. Street parking nearby. Sorry, no pets. Sorry, no smoking. Shop and pub 2 mins walk. |
| Weekly Rental | |   | 2008 | 2009 | | Winter | £186 | £186 | | Low | £217 | £217 | | Mid | £266 | £266 | | High | £307 | £307 | | Peak | £368 | £368 | | WSB | £119 | £119 | | Please remember to include our Booking fee: £29.50 per week or short break, plus optional Travel Insurance. |
| Features |  | No Pets |
| Previous Visitors' Comments | The location of the cottage was excellent for the amenties in Ashbourne. The cottage was small, quaint and ideal for the 3 of us.
Mr Cockayne, Wakefield, West Yorkshire
Mar 2005 | It was a lovely, cute cottage.
Miss Onions, Loughborough, Leics
Feb 2005 | Loads of lovely touches - everything we could think of and more was provided.Ashbourne was a superb base for exploring the Dales attractions, and is a very clean and friendly town.
Mrs Boyd, Gloucester,
Aug 2004 | It was an ideal centre for a variety of leisure activities e.g. Tissington cycle trail, Carsington water, a number of National Trust properties as well as excellent walking country. The Lamplight restaurant in Ashbourne was excellent as well as good Chinese take aways.
Mr Richards, Pontyclun, Rhondda, Cynon, Taff
Jul 2004 | Ideal location for visiting places of interest.Town is well served by places to eat. We appreciated the provision of board games etc.We enjoyed the novelty of staying in a proper cottage complete with sloping floors and ceilings.
Mr Hayward, , Suffolk
Aug 2003 | The location of the Cottage was ideal for getting around to local places around Ashbourne. Everything you need is within a 5 minute walk. Shops, pubs, restaurants etc.
Mr Smith, Birmingham, West Midlands
Jul 2003 | Lovely quiet location - great to explore Ashbourne and surrounding countryside.
Mr Young, Glenrothes, Fife
Jul 2003 | The property was ideally located for the town centre and for touring the Peak District. The living fire in the living room is a great asset and makes for a very comfortable and relaxed atmosphere. The neighbours and very friendly and helpful without being intrusive.
Mr Lear, Southend-on-Sea, Essex
Mar 2003 | In a very good position in the town. Excellent pubs serving good food all within 5 minutes walk.
Mr & Mrs Mitten, Hove, East Sussex
Nov 2002 | It was very relaxing and quiet. We loved travelling around the countryside and visiting the surrounding towns and villages.
Mr Austin, ,
Nov 2002 | |