
The Old Forge is a beautifully restored barn conversion sleeping five guests in Derbyshire. This stylish property sits in a pretty village near Ashbourne and forms part of a converted set of farmhouses. The location puts you just 20 minutes from the Peak District.
The area offers outstanding walking routes and countryside views. Dovedale lies within a 10-minute drive. Carsington Water provides sailing and windsurfing. The Red Lion pub sits within walking distance. Ashbourne town features cobbled streets and independent shops.
Accommodation includes a beamed master bedroom upstairs with a king-sized bed and free-standing bath. The ground floor twin room suits small children and has an en-suite shower.
The Old Forge is a beautifully restored barn conversion sleeping five guests in Derbyshire. This stylish property sits in a pretty village near Ashbourne and forms part of a converted set of farmhouses. The location puts you just 20 minutes from the Peak District.
The area offers outstanding walking routes and countryside views. Dovedale lies within a 10-minute drive. Carsington Water provides sailing and windsurfing. The Red Lion pub sits within walking distance. Ashbourne town features cobbled streets and independent shops.
Accommodation includes a beamed master bedroom upstairs with a king-sized bed and free-standing bath. The ground floor twin room suits small children and has an en-suite shower. The open-plan living area features wood panelled flooring and a flame effect burner. The kitchen includes a dishwasher and coffee machine.
Thor's Cave in the Manifold Valley (10 minutes) offers dramatic rock formations. Alton Towers theme park sits a short drive away. Carsington Water (15 minutes) has cycling trails and watersports. Church Lane Deli (1.5 miles) stocks local produce.
Perfect for families wanting Peak District access. Private parking for four cars and an enclosed garden make The Old Forge ideal for exploring Derbyshire's countryside.
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The property provides off-street parking for four vehicles on a private driveway. This makes arrival and day trips incredibly straightforward for families and groups.
The beamed master bedroom features a luxurious free-standing bath. Guests can soak after long walks through the Peak District countryside.
The Red Lion pub sits within a short walk from the property. It serves excellent pies and local ales in a traditional setting.
Owners provide complimentary fresh eggs and milk from their local farm. This adds a special touch to your countryside stay.
The ground floor twin bedroom includes its own shower room. This layout works perfectly for families with small children.
Dovedale and Thor's Cave lie within 10 minutes by car. The location provides easy access to outstanding walking routes and natural attractions.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
To reach The Old Forge by car, take the M1 or M6 and follow signs to Ashbourne. The property sits in a village just outside Ashbourne town centre with a private driveway providing parking for four cars.
The nearest railway station is Derby, approximately 14 miles from the property. From Derby station you can take a taxi or local bus service to Ashbourne and the surrounding villages.
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