“This apartment is more beautiful than photos can convey.”
It is immaculate. Each door, window, cabinet, and several of the pieces of furniture have been handmade by the owner and demonstrate a remarkable level of craftsmanship. The property is fascinating and the nearby village and countryside are lovely. The hosts were warm and gracious. We would definitely return!
Elmwood And Lacewood
Out of Longnor village on the way to Leek, tucked away off the main road, you will find this stunning old converted water-powered sawmill, a large stone building which is now home to these two idyllic apartments, Elmwood and Lacewood. Both properties come fully equipped with a handcrafted wooden kitchen, sitting area and dining space, as well as a king-size bedroom and spacious bathroom. An outside courtyard can be shared between the properties so everyone can enjoy the sunshine - if we get any! - and space for off-road parking for two cars per property is available. Longnor can offer you the essentials in this lovely market village, with a few pubs, shops and cafes available, with larger towns like Bakewell and Buxton not far away at all - less than a 10 mile car journey. With the River Manifold being just a few minutes walk away from you, why not begin your walk by strolling along the river, with walks ranging from short ambles to serious upland treks. Over in Bakewell, known for its delicious pudding, head to Haddon Hall, a medieval and Tudor manor house popularly chosen for films and TV programmes and steeped in history, you can walk through the well-preserved rooms and around the picturesque gardens before heading to the gift shop for a souvenir, and the restaurant for a Bakewell tart! Afterwards go and visit the Peak Ales Visitor Centre to have a tasting session of the best tasty ales that the Peaks have to offer, with a Gin distillery now being on site as well and a shop, and a lovely team running it all and ready to answer any curious questions about the brewing process. Up to Buxton, you will find a lot of things to do in the famous spa town, like visiting the classic Georgian architecture across the city, like the Crescent, the Pump Rooms and the Opera House. And of course most popular of all and all around you there are endless opportunities for walking, cycling, fishing, and several other activities in the Peak District, all the while surrounded by stunning natural scenery. Elmwood and Lacewood will be the ideal place for a pair of couples looking to get away from a busy life, to relax in the Peaks and enjoy time in these gorgeous, unique properties.
The property
Lying in the village of Longnor, in the magnificent Peak District is this modern apartment built inside an old water-powered saw mill, with beautiful handcrafted woodwork and architecture, Elmwood will be a dream getaway for you and your partner.
The open-plan living space is made bright with light coming through the handmade arched windows, and onto the lovely wooden fitted kitchen area complete with oven, microwave and induction hob for cooking up delicious meals.
The sitting area hosts a plush two seater sofa for snuggling up on in front of the TV after a long day of walking in the fresh air, while the luxurious king-size bed awaits you in the bedroom so you can drift of in comfort and wake up refreshed.
The stylish bathroom benefits from a separate shower and bath, and there is a courtyard outside where you can use the garden furniture to sit at when the sun is out, while two spaces for off-road parking are available on site as well.
Note: Property can be booked with Ref. 1010786, together they can sleep four people.
Summary
- One bedroom: 1 x king-size
- Bathroom with bath, separate walk-in shower, basin, and WC
- Open-plan living room with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
- Electric underfloor heating
- Electric oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge with icebox, and TV
- WiFi
- Fuel and power inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Off-road parking for two cars
- Shared courtyard
- Sorry, no pets and no smoking
- Note: this property is not suitable for children
- Shop 0.3 miles, pub 0.4 miles
About the location
LONGNOR
Buxton 6 miles; Bakewell 9 miles.
The charming Peak District village of Longnor is situated in beautiful countryside on the Staffordshire Moorlands/Derbyshire border, with the River Dove to the east and the River Manifold to the west, making an excellent touring centre. The village boasts two pubs, a shop, a Post Office, café tea room, fish and chip shop, and a beautiful church. The historic market square is cobbled and a scale of market charges is still posted on a board outside the market hall. Chatsworth House, Haddon Hall, the Spa town of Buxton with its famous Opera House, the attractive market town of Bakewell and Alton Towers theme park are all within easy reach.
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