BLUEBIRD COTTAGE, family friendly, with a garden in Parwich

This barn conversion with views over the surrounding countryside is attached to the owners' farmhouse on a working dairy farm near the village of Parwich and sleeps four people.

Lovingly converted to contain a well-equipped kitchen, a cosy sitting room with electric stove and two comfortable bedrooms - one double, one twin, sleeping a total of four people - this charming property is a great home-from-home regardless of the time of year. Situated on a working dairy farm, with views of the lovely rolling countryside, this barn conversion is only two miles from the pretty village of Parwich, and only nine miles from Ashbourne. A great base from which to explore all the Peak District has to offer, this lovely, traditional home is only minutes from the local cycle path called the Tissington Trail. Well situated for the Peak District National Park and Alton Towers, there's something for everyone in the surrounding area.

Amenities: Electric storage heating with electric stove in sitting room. Electric cooker & hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, stereo, WiFi. Fuel & power inc. in rent. Bed linen & towels inc. in rent. Off road parking for 2 cars. Bike storage available. Patio area with furniture & fantastic countryside views. Sorry, no pets & no smoking. Shop & pub 2 miles. Travel cot & highchair available upon request.

Region: The ultimate in "year-round" appeal, the Peak District offers countryside, picturesque villages and magnificent scenery. It touches upon six counties and encloses 555 square miles of open moorland, flowing rivers, and wooded dales.

Town: Set in lush, green surroundings, the lovely village of Parwich has a great number of local amenities. With a traditional country pub set on the village green, a church, village hall and playground situated amidst pretty cottages and rolling hills, this little town is a wonderful getaway for anyone who yearns for peace and quiet. Dating from Saxon times, the village is steeped in history with the remains of a Roman farm at nearby Roystone Grange. There is plenty to do in the local area, such as walking the Manifold Trail which follows the old Leek to Manifold light railway. There is also the award winning village of Alstonefield to visit and within seven miles are great facilities for horse riding, cycling, sailing and golfing. Alton Towers is also close by, as are Chatsworth House, Kedleston and Sudbury Halls.