Stanshope Hall

In an elegant country house, Stanshope Hall features cosy log fires, home-cooked food and pretty gardens. The historic house is in the heart of the Peak District, a 20-minute drive from Ashbourne.

Each room features a flat-screen satellite TV and scenic countryside views. The bright and airy bedrooms also have a private, individually styled bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries.

Hearty cooked breakfasts are served from 08:30 until 09:30 each morning, featuring fresh ingredients from the kitchen garden. Guests can enjoy refreshments in the drawing room, which has games, books and a piano.

Just a 30-minute drive from Alton Towers Theme Park, 4-star Stanshope Hall is within a 10-minute drive of Dovedale. Free off-the-road parking is available, and Bakewell is a 35-minute drive away.