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Self Catering Holiday Cottage in Ilam

Escape to a tranquil haven surrounded by nature. Perfect for family breaks and short stays, unwind together in comfort.

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Golf
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Self Catering Holiday Cottage in Ilam

Set in the grounds of Dovedale House, this beautifully positioned bungalow is ideally suited for families and small groups, for holidays and short breaks, or rural retreats.
 
Four bedrooms, accommodating up to 7 adults:

1 double bedroom with ensuite bathroom.

1 single and 2 twin bedrooms with a shared shower room.

A large well-equipped kitchen, living diner and a spacious lounge with Bi-folding doors opening onto a terrace which surrounds the back of the property with a private enclosed garden.

Family friendly with travel cot, high chair, stair gate and fire guard, board games, freeview TV, DVD player and Wi-Fi.

Ilam is a very small village ideal for walking, however it has no Shop or Post Office. nearest towns are Ashbourne or Leek, roughly a 10-20 minute drive away.



Property manager

Jean

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Video library
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: non-smoking only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

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The price is AED 914
AED 1,111 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Note from host: By arrangement only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: children welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Self Catering Holiday In Ilam
Self Catering Holiday Cottage in Ilam Ashbourne
Self Catering Holiday Cottage in Ilam Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Map
Ashbourne, ENG

What's nearby

  • Ilam Park - 1 min walk
  • Dovedale National Nature Reserve - 7 min drive
  • Tissington Hall - 10 min drive
  • Alton Towers - 13 min drive
  • Carsington Water - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Blythe Bridge Station - 24 min drive
  • East Midlands Airport (EMA) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ye Olde Vaults - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Birds - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The George - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪House of Beer Ashbourne - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Self Catering Holiday Cottage in Ilam pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Self Catering Holiday Cottage in Ilam?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Self Catering Holiday Cottage in Ilam?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Self Catering Holiday Cottage in Ilam located?

This family-friendly Ashbourne vacation home is located on a river, within 2 mi (3 km) of Ilam Park and Dovedale National Nature Reserve. Edward and Vintage is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Self Catering Holiday Cottage in Ilam Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 124 out of 159 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 159 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 159 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 159 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 159 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wendy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing New Year
Beautiful location with plenty to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marianne J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location
We have stayed here a few times. A lovely bungalow with everything you need a stunning location. Thank you so much
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Hilary P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our holiday bungalow
All lovely as usual. Met the new wardens. The beds were made up.Couldnt get the bottom oven to work as couldnt reset the clock. Instruction booklet not clear. Put everything in top oven and microwave.Lovely location for walks. Did the Tissington trail from Thorpe to Ashbourne. Had to abort plans for day 2 due to Storm Derragh!Well be back.Lovel location for walks
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carl A.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten T.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johanna B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful family getaway
Lovely stay with family in a beautiful bungalow. Very cosy and had everything you could need. Views were stunning and wonderful walks. Will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place!
The cottage was perfect. Originally I was supposed to be travelling down with my wife and children for a catch up with wider family staying in a nearby hotel but unfortunately it ended up being just me due to one of the kids not feeling well! As a result the cottage was bigger than I needed but my interactions with the host and the warden's onsite were all really positive. The cottage was perfect and I would not hesitate to stay here again! Also the nearby walks and Dovedale are perfect for those who love getting outdoors.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend stay for a wedding
Lovely bungalow in a really nice setting, stayed with my husbands, friends and their children as we were their for a wedding. The bungalow was lovely and well set up for all our needs. The children were really impressed with the selection of toys and games. The area was beautiful right next to the church, and Ilam park which looks beautiful! Only negative were the beds looked much comfier than they actually were, the springs in the double bed could be heard when moving (could do with being replaced). But in comparison to the hotel prices in the area, this lovely bungalow was well priced, and was lovely to be able to have the extra space for us to chill out and catch up. It would be nice to go back one day and explore the area, and if I do I would definitely book the bungalow again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

emma t.

Lovely bungalow!
We had a lovely stay but it would have been so much better if all the spiders had been removed from the bungalow- they were everywhere! Lovely hosts & nice stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good sized Bungalow
Excellent, generous sized bungalow with most things needed for your stay. Great area and surroundings. Ample parking. Would we stay again....most definitely!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darren J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect property and location
Have stayed at this cottage in Ilam 4 times now. The cottage is always clean and tidy. The location is amazing and check in and out process is very simple. Only small thing I would say could be improved is the wifi. The property does have good Wi-Fi, but it doesn’t reach into the bedrooms. Can be a bit frustrating if you are travelling with children. Could just do with a WiFi extender in the hallway so the signal reaches into the bedrooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry D., Peterborough

Liked: Cleanliness
Well equipped spacious cottage in a lovely location.
We stayed for two nights and agree with the other reviews. It is a large and spacious cottage which is well equipped and in a great location to explore all that the Peaks has to offer. It is also great value. As per the other reviews its decor is slightly dated and the double bed could be more comfortable. Oh yes salt and pepper and cooking oil would be a bonus too, but overall a definite 5 star. The only real negative which doesn’t detract from the cottage itself is that we felt on one occasion when returning from a day out that we were sharing the cottage as we found the local vicar and colleague in the garden who was also using the bench on the front porch. Unfortunately while I’m sure they meant well, it felt like our privacy had been invaded.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Selina L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful spacious cottage
3 night stay to visit Alton towers and the beautiful Peak District.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yasir R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Experience
Beautiful places very clean and tidy. We enjoyed a lot. Everything was 💯 perfect. Definitely book again. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location
Great location, lovely walks to the hall and town. Close to Tissington bike trail. Comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Hilary P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Walking women
Stayed several times. Good location for walks. Well equpped. Comfy. A bit shabby chic but suited us. Only downside of location is no shop or pub in village. Take enough milk and you have to dtive to eat out in the evening.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sooo peaceful
The property is well equipped and in a lovely location. Plenty of internal space. It is a little dated, however this made it homely and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay
An amazing cottage with ample space and great outdoor views, well worth the money. Amazing walk just at your door step it was a great experience and shall book again in nea future. Jo and co. was really helpful, thanks again , meep up with the great work A big thumbs up !
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelley S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday
We booked this bungalow for an autistic lady. She loves her breaks. Bungalow was perfect. She felt like the lady of the Manor . Lovely, clean and welcoming on arrival. Perfect surroundings and beautiful views. Great communication from the hosts. Thank you 😊
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean W.

Easter holiday
Second Easter stayed at bungalow ,everyone loved it yet again . Ample equipment etc provided .Beautiful setting with walks from the door ,very restful . Booked for next year .
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn N.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Neal's family
A fantastic place to stay, everything you need was well equipped. So much space - you couldnt ask for more. Definately come back again. Thank you for everything and making us welcome, also thankyou for the xmas trees and decorations xx
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Lucy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everthing you need, just a bit tired
Very clean property with everything needed for a holiday. Let down by a few things, a broken toilet seat, broken dining chair and a smell of sewage in the ensuite. Shame really as everything else was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marianne J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location, lovely property
Such a great place to stay for a family get together. Our second stay and already planning the next.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023