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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
Golf
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
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
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Stereo
  • 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
  • Hiking nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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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Exterior

Peak District Home with Garden and Parking

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (5)
The price is AED 1,039
AED 1,266 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
Peak District Home with Garden and Parking

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
  • ‪Betty's Sewing Box - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Birds - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The George - ‬9 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.

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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

Marianne J.

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

10/10 Excellent

Jessie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage - lovely views
Really nice stay in a lovely location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Jinous B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely setting and cozy house
We really enjoyed our stay, thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place would highly recommend!!
Perfect stay for Alton towers, so quiet and relaxing, lovely village and perfect in every way. Bungalow was absolutely beautiful I didn’t want to leave!! Thank you for a perfect stay x
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Tom F., Kildare, Ireland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfectly placed for family trips
Perfectly placed for family trips with Alton Towers only 20minutes away and Trentham Monkey Forest about 40 minutes
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Diane R.

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

10/10 Excellent

Jean W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

Richard T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Great position with good views and quiet location in a busy tourist area. Fantastic walks from the door. Bungalow comfortable and adequately equipped for a self catering holiday.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice bungalow in great location.
Ideal for Dovedale and surrounding walk. Good outside space for dining and playing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alice W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely family stay
We had such a lovely stay at the bungalow. Great location close to Ilam Hall and plenty of space for the kids to run wild! Good size kitchen and living area to accommodate us all too. We will be coming back 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Manjula A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time. The location is stunning.
Highly recommended. great holiday home, comfy, cosy and well stocked with all you need, great location. Relaxing environment, peaceful and full of character.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dean A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Large house in an idyllic village
Loads of space and so many rooms the kids could spend hours playing hide and seek! .Location was amazing with plenty of walks starting from just outside the door. Wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Liz R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location
Fantastic week in this beautifully located bungalow. Comfortable stay and everything we needed. Worth noting that there is absolutely no mobile phone signal in the village - we travelled some distance outside before it was restored.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelley S.

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

Dezso D., Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice, quiet and lovely place
Everything was fine, the house has all what you need and us located in a very quiet and awesome valley . We definitely will come back in summertime .
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn N.

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

10/10 Excellent

Lilly K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful quiet place
We love this space. Peaceful and serene. House equipped with the basics which is all you need. Beautiful garden and surrounds. Highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous location; great value
A group of 4 X 62+ year olds we had a wonderful stay. The bungalow isn't luxurious but had everything we needed. Some said the mattresses on the single beds were rather hard and uncomfortable; I was in the double bed which was very comfortable. A great property in a spectacular location with access to superb walks.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short break
Beautiful home with a beautiful setting, couldn’t have asked for anything more. Will be recommending it to everyone
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

cara b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Lovely property quiet location. We stayed just after Christmas over new year and was lovely to have Christmas decorations up. Was surprised how big the place was, was plenty of space and great that 3 bedrooms were separate to one bedroom as my husband and I could stay at one end with our kids and then parents at their own space at the other end of the hallway.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jo D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location
The bungalow is amazing value for money. It has everything you need. It’s location is perfect. (We were lucky to be blessed with amazing weather). Very friendly check in. What a gem of a place, we will definitely return. The listing is highly accurate. Photos true representation. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Lucy B.

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

Barry D.

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

Pauline D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay
Perfect base for visiting Alton Towers. House had everything we needed for our 2 night stay. Mattresses not comfortable but it wasn't a big deal considering everything else was good. Would recond it.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023