The Crystal Palace
14 guests
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6 bedrooms, 12 beds
5 bathrooms
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Located on the southeastern edge of the gorgeous Peak District National Park, this stunning ten-bed Georgian mansion is secluded away within an acre of immaculately presented private gardens. With terraced lawns, cute courtyard spaces and a Big Green Egg barbecue, the ornate outdoor areas are perfectly set up for alfresco dining. In fact, the gardens are noteworthy enough to have had an entire episode of BBC's Gardener's World devoted to them. The home packs in plenty of charm from the moment you enter its grand entrance hall, with eye-catching colourful tiles, an imposing fireplace and elegant antiques. It's a similar story throughout the rest of the ground floor, with the addition of wood panelling in the reading room, large bay windows overlooking the garden in the drawing room, and plenty of light and space beneath the beautiful vaulted ceiling in the kitchen. Here, a large pine table sits up to ten adults or fourteen with children – perfect for large gatherings of friends and family. Upstairs houses the six bedrooms, each with its own unique atmosphere and no less lovely than the last. With a four-poster bed, freestanding tubs in the en-suites and double aspect windows overlooking the luscious gardens, the only... dilemma will be which of the three en-suite double bedrooms or two twins to choose. Finally, there's a bunk room that can accommodate four children. The ever-popular Peak District, England's oldest national park, is right on your doorstep. There are plenty of picturesque towns and villages to visit, plus rugged, windswept scenery to hike through or simply admire from a fireside armchair in one of its charming pubs. Those with a head for heights might like to try their hand at rock climbing or hot air ballooning, while cycling and hiking are on offer for those who prefer to keep their feet on the ground. If you'd like to nurture your creative side, speak to your hosts about photography courses and art classes.
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What to expect
Highlights
Marvel at the grand scale and beauty of Chatsworth House, a little over six miles away
Explore the rugged beauty of the Peak District National Park, a stone's throw away
Cosy up by the open fire after a day spent hiking or biking up hill and down dale
Gather around the fourteen-seater dining table and socialise with friends and family
Sleep soundly in the tranquil bedrooms overlooking the gardens
Challenge all comers to games of table tennis and pool in the vast games room
Fire up the Big Green Egg for an outdoor dinner in the immaculate gardens
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Home truths
Bedroom 5 can be set up in either a twin or super king-size double configuration
We'd recommend a car to explore the area – there's ample on-site parking and an EV charger
Child-friendly amenities such as a cot and highchair are available on request
The home can sleep a maximum of ten adults or up to a maximum of sixteen guests including four children and two infants
Fuel is supplied for the two wood-burning stoves and fireplace
Access the home via a private entrance
You'll have access to the entire home for the duration of your stay, with the exception of one room that is used to store your hosts' personal belongings
The dining table doubles as a laptop-friendly workspace
About this stay
Amenities
Desk / workplace
Wi-fi
Parking available
Washing machine
Dryer
Garden
TV
Dishwasher
Bedrooms & bathrooms
6 bedrooms, 12 beds
5 bathrooms
Extras
Additional fees
Your hosts can organise hot tub hire for an additional fee
Additional fees subject to a 3.5% handling charge.
Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.
Local guide
About The Peak District
The Peak District is England and Wales’ oldest national park, and its varied landscapes are a clue as to why the region was the first to be bestowed with the distinction. The park’s diversity can be appreciated by taking the time to explore both the so-called Dark Peak to the north, where you’ll find acres of moorland stretching out in front of you, and the limestone gorges and valleys of...
Get around
Airport
Nottingham City
1 hr 5 min
East Midlands
1 hr 1 min
Manchester
1 hr 19 min
Train station
Matlock
30 min
Bus stop
Old Hackney Lane
2 min
Local shops & services
Convenience store
5 min
Cafe
19 min
Pharmacy
4 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
No pets
No parties or events
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 16:00
Departure before 10:00
Wifi
No air con
Cancellation policy
Up until
60
days
Cancel at least 60 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 60 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Lucy
This home is managed directly by its owner who will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Lucy and her husband first discovered this home in the window of a Matlock estate back in 2009 and swiftly snapped it up. Since then, they've worked tirelessly with a team of local craftsmen to restore it to its former glory and create a space for guests to enjoy.
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