Rockhurst Farm

Winster 3.1 miles.

Rockhurst Farm is a characterful farm stay near Winster in Derbyshire.

Set in a very rural position within the Peak District National Park and surrounded by far-reaching countryside views, making it ideal for families and friends looking to embrace life on a working cow and sheep farm.

Pull onto the private driveway and step out into the open air, where the sense of space is immediate, with fields stretching away in every direction and, at certain times of year, lambs and cows grazing nearby.

The large garden wraps itself around the property, with outdoor lighting softly illuminating the space as evening falls, inviting you to linger awhile and take in the changing colours across the fields before heading inside.

Enter through the front porch and into the heart of the home, where an open-plan kitchen and dining area unfolds into a sociable and welcoming space.

Move across the flooring towards the central island, where high stools create the perfect perch for morning coffee or a glass of something chilled while meals are prepared.

Gather everyone around the dining table, seating six, and bring dishes straight from the well-equipped kitchen, turning everyday cooking into a shared part of the holiday experience.

Just off this space, a pantry offers additional room to store ingredients, while the nearby utility room provides a practical spot to freshen up clothes after countryside walks, with the added convenience of a basin and WC.

From here, drift into the sitting room, styled with a cottage feel, where two generous sofas invite you to settle in.

Light the woodburning stove and let its gentle glow fill the room as you unwind with a film or conversation after a day spent outdoors.

Climb the stairs to the first floor, where the bedrooms offer restful spaces to begin and end each day.

The flexible king-size zip/link room with en-suite allows you to wake slowly and take in views across the surrounding countryside, while the second king-size zip/link room also enjoys outlooks over the fields, making it easy to pause and watch the light shift across the landscape.

A double bedroom provides a comfortable space to recharge, and the shower room with walk-in shower completes the layout with a refreshing spot to start the day.

Step back outside and wander through the surrounding garden, where the open aspect places you firmly within the landscape, with walks available straight from the doorstep and the countryside always just a few paces away.

The setting also sits along the lane where the Ynot Festival is held each summer, bringing a sense of seasonal energy to this otherwise rural spot.

A short drive leads to a nearby shop and a welcoming pub, while the wider area offers plenty to discover.

In Matlock, take a cable car journey up to the Heights of Abraham and look out across the Derwent Valley, wander through the riverside setting of Hall Leys Park, or step into the past at the Peak District Mining Museum.

In Bakewell, follow the river along peaceful pathways, browse independent shops and bustling markets, and pause in a traditional café to sample the town’s famous pudding.

Within easy reach, Chatsworth House invites you to explore grand rooms filled with art and history, stroll through landscaped gardens that reveal something new with each turn, and spend time in the farmyard and adventure playground set within the estate.

With its setting on a working farm, sweeping views, and direct access to the landscapes of the Peak District National Park, Rockhurst Farm near Winster offers a truly immersive countryside stay.