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5 star cottage in Ellastone, Ashbourne, near to Alton Towers

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Exterior
Off-road parking right at your door
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Bathroom
Bathroom

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Ashbourne, ENG
  • Place, The Old Manor
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Alton Towers
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Peak District National Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, East Midlands (EMA)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Master Bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

En Suite Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

5 star cottage in Ellastone, Ashbourne, near to Alton Towers

Holly Cottage is the perfect destination; for couples, a romantic short break, a completely relaxing holiday or a fabulous outdoor experience with walking and cycling at your doorstep. In the charming village of Ellastone in the Derbyshire Dales and with easy access to the Peak District, the Staffordshire Moorlands and beautiful countryside beyond.

You will stay in a totally refurbished 17th century cottage which offers a cosy retreat with all the modern luxuries needed for 21st century living. There is dedicated off-road parking for 2 cars right at your door, along with a seating area for alfresco dining.

Our local pub The Duncombe Arms serves superb food and is only a short stroll along the lane from Holly Cottage.

We are pleased to welcome one small well behaved dog, at a small additional charge of £25

Close to the Limestone Way, Tissington Trail, Dovedale and the Manifold Valley.
Alton Towers is only 3 miles away, so you can arrive there early and beat the crowds.

For shopping the delightful market town of Ashbourne is easily accesible.

Cosy lounge with underfloor heating and log burner effect fire
Smart TV with DVD player
Free unlimited WiFi downloading at 38 mbps
Pretty bedroom and en-suite bathroom with large double ended bath and electric shower
All of your luxury bed linen, towels and toiletries are included.
Complimentary tea, coffee, milk, sugar and biscuits
Fully equipped kitchen with full size cooker.
Dishwasher
Washer/dryer
Fridge with freezer box
Microwave
Kettle
Toaster
Iron/ironing board
Hairdryer
Bath robes
Luxury Toiletries
Umbrellas
We are able to offer guided local walks of various lengths, and information on nearby attractions
Off road parking right outside your door
Local Gastro pub 5 minutes walk
Tennis Court within 300 yards
Ashbourne 6 miles
Uttoxeter 8 miles
Alton Towers 3 miles
Dovedale.
Chatsworth.
Thorpe
Tissington

(please note that we require £150 Good Housekeeping deposit which is fully refundable when the cottage is left in good order)

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
We welcome one small dog but please ask us first
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Ashbourne

Located in Ashbourne, this cottage is in a rural area and near theme parks. Peak District National Park and Dimmingsdale Valley & Furnace Forest Walks reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Alton Towers and Ashbourne Leisure Centre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Harrison Park or Awesome Walls, Stoke on Trent. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking, cycling and horse riding nearby.
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Ashbourne, ENG

What's nearby

  • The Old Manor - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Alton Towers - 11 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Peak District National Park - 13 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Chatsworth House - 50 min drive - 50.6 km
  • University of Nottingham - 52 min drive - 54.8 km

Getting around

  • Uttoxeter Station - 15 min drive
  • East Midlands Airport (EMA) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Corner Coffee & Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Flambo's Exotic Buffet - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Dragons Bar - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Duncombe Arms - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Woodcutter's Bar & Grill - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 5 star cottage in Ellastone, Ashbourne, near to Alton Towers pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 5 star cottage in Ellastone, Ashbourne, near to Alton Towers?

As of 10 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 5 star cottage in Ellastone, Ashbourne, near to Alton Towers on 21 Apr, 2026 start from S$138, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at 5 star cottage in Ellastone, Ashbourne, near to Alton Towers?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 5 star cottage in Ellastone, Ashbourne, near to Alton Towers?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5 star cottage in Ellastone, Ashbourne, near to Alton Towers?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 5 star cottage in Ellastone, Ashbourne, near to Alton Towers located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 1 mi (1.7 km) from The Old Manor and within 3 miles (5 km) of Skyride and Denstone Contemporary Art Gallery. Alton Towers and The Regent Theatre are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jax S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short stay

A fabulous base in a beautiful location. Very comfortable and everything available to ensure a wonderful stay. Many thanks.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

It was a perfect stay, everything you could wish for. The property has been done to the highest standard throughout.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eileen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable and clean with everything you need catered for.The surrounding area is relaxing and restful with friendly neighbours. Also Michele is nearby shold you need her which was great to know.
A view of the cottage
A view of the lane leading up to the cottage
Our 19 yr old dog, Harvey after a day out !
This is Tissington Hall. The surrounding village is worth a visit, it's approx 20 minutes drive from the cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely, beautifully situated cottage.

Highly recommended: A clean, comfortable, well-decorated cottage with all mod cons, situated on the doorstep of The Peak District. Michele made sure to meet us there to hand us the key & see us comfortably settled.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fiona L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holly Cottage

Lovely, tiny cottage in a beautiful village. Cottage was immaculately clean with very obvious attention paid to the small details. Michele is a friendly, welcoming host and met us at the cottage with the keys. We were visiting relatives in the area and are already looking forward to our next Holly Cottage visit next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Retreat

Everything you needed for a relaxing comfortable stay for 2. All the essentials provided, lovely and clean, comfy bed, a quiet village setting. You could see all types of birds in the neighbouring garden including chaffinch, goldfinch, nuthatch to name a few, look through the opposite window and see field mice scurrying along and in-between the garden brick work. Thoroughly recommend if you want to get away from it all.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A cosy cottage hideaway

Lovely cottage away from the hustle and bustle. A cosy retreat for 2 wirh a gastro pub within walking distance. It is a good location for visiting Alton towers and Ashborne. An imposing church is on the doorstep which peals its bells on Sunday mornings and is a treat to wake up to. The cottage has all the equipment for cooking and all home comforts and is kept very clean and tidy. The host is very accomodating and considered all the guests needs iwhen furnishing and equipping this cody cottage. This is our second stay here so that speaks for itself.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Michele Robinson

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Hi. I'm Michele and I have owned Holly Cottage for a number of years, running it as a bespoke holiday let since 2013. I love to welcome guests to share our beautiful countryside, with amazing walks, great pubs and quirky local villages (and we are only 2.5 miles from Alton Towers theme park).

Why they chose this property

Holly Cottage was totally refurbished in 2012. Previously it had been semi-derelict and used as a garage and store room since 1967. We have tastefully and sympathetically brought it up to the very high standards expected by our guests. The tiled floor downstairs features underfloor heating, which makes the lounge cosy on the coldest of days. Our fully fitted kitchen provides everything that you need during your stay, including a full sized cooker, a dishwasher and a washing machine incorporating a tumble drier. We have hand made oak door throughout the property, and solid oak floors upstairs. The bathroom features a free-standing, double ended bath tub for a long relaxing soak, along with an electric shower for alternative bathing.

What makes this property unique

Dedicated off-road parking right at your door
Cosy lounge with underfloor heating and log burner effect fire
TV with DVD player and Freeview channels
Free unlimited WiFi, with good speed
Pretty bedroom and en-suite bathroom with large double ended bath and electric shower
All of your luxury bed linen, towels and toiletries are included.
Complimentary tea, coffee, milk, sugar and biscuits
Fully equipped kitchen with full size cooker.
Dishwasher
Washer/dryer
Fridge with freezer box
Microwave
Kettle
Toaster
Iron/ironing board
Hairdryer
Bath robes
Luxury Toiletries
Umbrellas

Languages:

English

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