Peak Staycations, Holiday cottages in the Peak District.

We are situated on the Limestone Way and facing the River Bradford in the quaint village of Youlgrave, the end cottage in a row of 4 Victorian cottages. The location is perfect and has the most idyllic uninterrupted scenic views of the river and countryside. There are many walks up the river or dale ideal for all walking abilities. Cows and sheep on the nearby farm wander down to the river near the cottage to have a drink. A delight for children ! Spot kingfishers, dippers, herons, kites, sparrowhawks,buzzards, blue tits, nuthatches and many other birds on the clapper bridge facing your cottage. Curlews, lapwings and swallows visit. Watch the cows and sheep in the opposite field. Relax and listen to the babbling river and immerse yourselves in nature's beauty

There are three good pubs in the village all serving food, a well stocked village store/deli and a Post Office which sells logs and kindling and all essential foods including meat and dairy from local farms. A garage, a youth hostel, an award winning bakery (Peak Feast) and a cafe (Fountain View Café) and tea room selling cakes, pies and freshly baked sourdough bread and sourdough pizza. The neighbouring towns of Bakewell and Matlock have larger shops and supermarkets – see info below. There is a large playing field and playground, bowls club and cricket pitch. There is the most interesting Grade 1, listed, 12th century Norman Church. For history buffs you will find plenty to interest as Youlgrave was mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086. This cottage has beautiful walks of all grades on its doorstep. Just step outside and you are on the Limestone Way, pass through the gate or over the ancient clapper bridge for a lovely walk along the river! Take a dip in the wild swimming area; popular at all times of the year. The cottage has information on local walks, e.g. a route for a short walk to buy fresh eggs at the farm, a circular walk to acquaint yourselves with the river and village. Just follow the simple directions.