Rural Retreats was founded in 1985 with the aim of making the countryside more accessible for holidaymakers and giving them the best possible choice of holiday homes across the UK. Rural Retreats’ continuing success is based on excellent local knowledge and painstaking research, together with a flair for finding delightful and unusual properties. All of this has enabled us to build a portfolio of over 450 exceptionally fine holiday homes in stunningly beautiful locations, all available for you to rent. When you are looking for your own perfect holiday home, our experienced and helpful staff can help to point you to the property of your dreams. Whatever you want to ask about any of our properties, there will be someone on our staff who knows the cottage or apartment at first hand.

Wynfield is a charming three bedroom bungalow situated on the outskirts of the historic market town of Bakewell. An ideal retreat for those looking to explore the beautiful Peak District.

Bath Gardens is the centrepiece of Bakewell, offering beautiful views. After walking through you can visit The Old Original Bakewell Pudding Shop, the home of the Bakewell pudding, where you can enjoy some lunch or a sweet treat. Chatsworth House is only a ten-minute drive away and contains over 30 rooms to explore, filled with elegant interiors and one of Europe’s most significant art collections. The Gardens are well known for the historic and modern sculptures and waterworks, along with its maze and Victorian rock garden, it is filled with activities for everyone. Thornbridge Hall is a Grade II listed stately home within the Peak District. The area includes an Italian garden, water gardens, scented terrace and a Koi Lake amongst much more. Temples, statues and fountains are placed throughout the gardens for you to discover along the way. Filled with events all year round, there are plenty of activities for everyone. Buxton Opera House and Pavilion Arts Centre is 25 minutes away, displaying either live shows or cinema. The Monsal Trail is a route for walkers, cyclists, horse riders and wheelchair users, going through some of the Peak Districts outstanding limestone dales....