Self Catering Holiday Cottages In Ashford-In-The-Water

Ashford-in-the-Water must be one of the most prettiest locations in all of the Peak District National Park so if you choose to stay in self catering holiday cottages in Ashford-in-the-Water you will be residing temporarily in arguably the most picturesque village in Derbyshire, nestling mainly on the east bank of the River Wye as it meanders and winds its way slowly south-eastward towards Bakewell, a mile and a half downstream.

The 'ford by the ash trees' which is marked by the medieval Sheepwash bridge is where the village takes its name from and sheep-washing demonstrations are still sometimes given.  Whether you are looking to go hill walking and bring your dogs or you are taking the children away for a family holiday, you will find self-catering holiday cottages in Ashford-in-the-Water to cater to all your needs.

The village houses were originally in the hands of the Cavendish Estate of the Duke of Devonshire and as a result the residents both permanent and holidaymakers reap the benefits of the skilled local crafstmanship employed for four centuries by various members of the Cavendish family. 

Period features are abound in the self catering holiday cottages in Ashford-in-the-Water and the village is also home to the historic and popular Ashford Arms which is renowned for its Sunday lunches, you will definitely need to book but what better than a stroll along the riverside from the comfort of your lovely holiday cottages to the perfect pub. 

Ashford-in-the-Water is well known for its 'Black Marble' and a modest example of an Ashford Black Marble fireplace can be seen in the quaint and comfortable Tea Rooms at the rear of The Barn Gift & Craft Shop which is also a really super olde worlde emporium that doubles as Ashford-in-the-Water Post Office.

If you are looking for a real retreat into historic Derbyshire life then book yourself and family into one of the historic limestone self catering holiday cottages in Ashford-in-the Water whether it's self-catering holiday cottages for groups or a romantic hideaway in cosy self-catering holiday cottages for two, then look no further.