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The Cottage Tunstead

Tunstead, near Buxton, Derbyshire
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 3
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 1
5 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Luxury
Games / Play facilities
Internet access
EV Charging
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
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At a glance

  • Showcase Awards 2026: Winner of the Guests' Choice Award 2026
  • Indulge in a retreat at this charming and isolated stone cottage, set amidst open fields and breathtaking views
  • Enthusiasts of hiking, biking, and outdoor activities will discover this location hard to match, with the Monsal Trail and footpaths on the doorstep
  • Every nook and cranny of this cottage has been meticulously refurbished with the utmost care, creating an unforgettable space
Property code: OC-92127

Equipped with a games room, wood burner and a Bluetooth music system, this rural hideaway offers an excellent base for a group of up to six human guests and one four-pawed friend who are seeking an adventure in Peak District National Park. Fill your time with exploring the hiking trails, nature reserves and quaint countryside villages on your doorstep.

As you enter this isolated stone-built cottage, you’ll be mesmerised by the stylish blend of contemporary and traditional features. Inside the open-plan living space the wooden beamed, vaulted ceiling stretches across the lounge, kitchen and diner. Cook a feast in the sleek blue and white fitted kitchen boasting a breakfast bar on the island before dining together at the stylish wood and glass table with seating for six. Next to this is a cosy lounge with soft, plump sofas in front of the Smart TV and wood burner. Continue into the snug for a quiet moment to yourself or get competitive in the games room in the garage. Spread over the ground and first floor are three bedrooms, each with an en-suite – two king-size and a twin. Completing the property is a convenient utility room. Outside, you’ll find a spacious half-acre garden with a patio, BBQ, furniture and bike storage.

While staying in the heart of the Peak District National Park, near the hamlet of Hargatewall (1 mile) you’ll be surrounded by dog-walking trails. Just 5 miles away is the spa town of Buxton, where you can browse the local shops and eateries, visit the Edwardian opera house and stroll to the hilltop 1896 Solomon’s Temple. Hike through the limestone ravine of Chee Dale Stepping Stones nature reserve (3.5 miles) and delve into the history of Magpie Mine (9 miles).

  • 3 bedrooms – 2 king size and 1 super king zip & link can be full size twin beds, by prior arrangement
  • 3 bathrooms – 1 en-suite bathroom with bath, shower and WC, 2 en-suite shower rooms
  • Downstairs cloakroom with WC and washbasin
  • Electric oven and induction hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave, Nespresso coffee machine, wine cooler
  • Utility area in garage with washing machine
  • Travel cot and high chair provided
  • Wood-burner – 1st basket of logs provided extra logs available on request at cost price
  • Underfloor heating is fitted throughout the ground floor and in the upstairs bathrooms
  • Smart TV in main lounge and snug
  • Bluetooth music system in lounge, snug and bedrooms
  • Enclosed garden with patio, lawn and outdoor dining furniture. Please note there are some low walls around the garden.
  • Off road parking for 4 cars
  • Pub and shop within 3 miles
  • E-bike rentals can be supplied directly to the cottage
  • Please be aware that the upstairs rooms have low sloping ceilings.
  • Celebratory single balloon or balloon displays can be supplied by a third party; please contact the owner shortly before your stay
  • Electric vehicle charging on site
  • Arrival: 15:30 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 1 dog allowed. Additional charges may apply

Lesley Crowther

This property is personally managed by Lesley.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 50 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Julia 7th June 2026

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Excellent property, the conversion has been so tastefully done with fabulous fixtures and fittings. Very secluded, but able to do walk from the property and others only a short drive away. And of course easy reach of Buxton, Chatsworth, Monsal trail Definitely recommend The Cottage.

Reviewed by Carol 4th June 2026

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Reviewed by Michelle 30th May 2026

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This is one of the best cottages we have stayed at, Chris is an amazing host, there is everything you could need at the cottage and more for an enjoyable holiday, the furnishings are of the highest standard, comfortable beds , added bonus of a games room and downstairs bedroom ideal for the less mobile,lovely grounds and breathtaking views. An ideaRead morel base to explore Bakewell, Buxton and Matlock, we will definitely plan a revisit. Hide

Reviewed by Peter 18th May 2026

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A wonderful property run by a very charismatic and friendly host. The most comfortable self-catering holiday ever and in a location to die for.

Reviewed by Jayne 6th May 2026

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Beautiful property in a stunning location. Very peaceful and ideally located for exploring the local area on foot. We had a wonderful few days. We didnt want to leave. We dont tend to stay twice in the same place as we like to stay in different places, but we are very tempted to book another stay again.

Reviewed by Alex 28th April 2026

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Luxury cottage with lovely garden in superb location. Cannot fault!

Reviewed by Carol 30th March 2026

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A beautiful cottage in a lovely location with fantastic views. The cottage is well equipped to a high spec and Chris, the owner, has thought of everything. We were not blessed with the weather. Arrived in spring and left in winter. We did enjoy a few walks but we had a lovely day in the cottage watching the snow. Well recommended for a peacefulRead more holiday retreat. Hide

Reviewed by Paul 17th March 2026

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Lovely cottage in a beautiful location. Very clean with excellent facilities. Superb holiday accommodation.

Reviewed by Karen 14th March 2026

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A beautiful cottage in a lovely setting. Chris the owner was so welcoming & knowledgeable. Nothing could be faulted and we all enjoyed a relaxing weekend. Chris has recently installed an electric car charging point which my son found very helpful. Would definitely recommend this cottage.

Reviewed by Ian 23rd January 2026

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This is an amazing cottage very clean and well presented and with everything you would need, so good we are returning 2 more times this year.

Reviewed by Sharon 23rd December 2025

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What a stunning property this is. We have just spend Christmas there, 6 adults, we were all delighted, it was the most amazing Christmas for us. Chris, the owner, greeted us, a lovely man, who was very accommodating. The property was spotless, with beautiful bedrooms and bathrooms, the kitchen/dining/family room is gorgeous and extremely well equipRead moreped. Snug and games room are such a bonus. I would not hesitate to recommend or go back to this property, just beautiful. Hide

Reviewed by Trisha 10th November 2025

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This place is absolutely fabulous and by far the cleanest place we have ever stayed in. The cottage is full of high end finishes but feels super comfy and cosy. We loved our few days here and will definitely be returning.

Reviewed by Elke 7th November 2025

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The cottage is absolutely beautiful, charming and has everything you could possibly want!

Reviewed by Tracy 17th October 2025

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Cosy Luxe! What an amazing stay, it was everything we hoped for and more. Cottage was spotless, homely, warm and so very comfortable. Location was perfect for all the walking and sightseeing we wanted to do, but we could have just as happily spent the week in the cottage without going anywhere it was so relaxing and peaceful. The welcome pack was aRead more thoughtful touch whilst we waited for our food delivery and Chris the owner was on hand to greet us when we arrived. Planning our return already! Hide

Reviewed by Sue 29th September 2025

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Lovely cottage - the very helpful owners have thought of everything! We had a great stay here and would thoroughly recommend it. Great facilities and location - 5 stars from us!

Reviewed by Lorna 26th September 2025

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From the moment we entered the drive this place was amazing. Chris the owner was so welcoming and they had thought of everything from maps of the area to logs waiting for us to the games and jigsaws it was so beautiful and the view was stunning would highly recommend

Reviewed by Peter 5th September 2025

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Superb cottage - modern, spotlessly clean, great location for the High Peaks and Derbyshire Dales. Faultless.

Reviewed by Gemma 15th August 2025

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Fantastic holiday! Our stay here started with a warm welcome from the owner Chris, who was very helpful through out our stay. This was genuinely the cleanest cottage we have ever stayed in, the owners have thought of every small detail to make the stay enjoyable, the beds are comfy and the location is amazing! We have already rebooked for next yearRead more, looking forward to returning. Hide

Reviewed by Jenny 1st August 2025

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The Cottage is the best property we have ever stayed in! It was spotless when we arrived and the welcome pack was very much appreciated. It has everything you need and is so comfortable and cosy. The location is perfect, with views from every window. Having the Table Tennis was great for the rainy days. Our dog loved the garden and sitting watchingRead more the cows. Thank you Chris for welcoming us at your lovely cottage and for all the local information. We were so sad to leave! Hide

Reviewed by Ruth 25th July 2025

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Another wonderful stay at The Cottage - our second visit here. We have loved staying in this wonderful house. A stunning and peaceful location, lots of things to explore around the Peak District within easy reach, and an exceptionally well-equipped and furnished base to stay.

Reviewed by Gillian 18th July 2025

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Everything about the holiday was excellent

Reviewed by Nikki 11th July 2025

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Fantastic property, spotlessly clean and well equipped. The robot mower gave us lots of entertainment! Loved Buxton, and walks in the area. Hardly feel like we started and it was time to go home... cracking place.

Reviewed by Sandra 13th June 2025

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Excellent cottage in a beautiful location. Having the snug in addition to the main living area is certainly a bonus. The owner, Chris, is most helpful and only a text away if you have any queries. Take the opportunity and sit out in the garden and enjoy the view. Highly recommend.

Reviewed by Catherine 5th May 2025

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I cannot rate The Cottage Tunstead highly enough. It is in a beautiful location with fabulous garden and views. The cottage itself is sparkling clean, cosy and very well equipped. We also really enjoyed the added bonus of the games room in the garage. Chris is a wonderful host and the cottage was perfect for our family get-together.

Reviewed by Loraine 25th April 2025

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Reviewed by Annette 11th April 2025

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Amazing cottage

Reviewed by Corrine 28th March 2025

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Beautiful,cosy,warm and spotlessly clean,very comfortable beds in a lovely position.We were three generations from 33 to 92 ,down stairs bedroom was perfect.Would definitely recommend and hope to stay again .Chris the owner was helpful and full of useful local information.We all had a super holiday.

Reviewed by Jackie 28th February 2025

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What a beautiful cottage - so comfortable and relaxing with amazing views. Everything we needed was provided - love the oak framed kitchen/living area with picture window. Very dog friendly and ideal location for exploring the Peaks. We were incredibly lucky with a week of sunshine so managed a G&T in the garden most afternoon, then back inside to Read morecosy up around a roaring fire. Visited Baslow Edge, Bamford Edge, Monsal trail, Foxlow Edge and Errwood Hall ruins and of course Chatsworth. Perfect! Hide

Reviewed by Lesley 21st February 2025

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Perfect in every way - nothing more needs to be said.

Reviewed by Sue 14th February 2025

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The Cottage is absolutely superb. Six of us enjoyed staying for a week in February. There is ample room in the cottage itself, and the games room is an added bonus. The house is spotlessly clean and you'll find everything you need here to cater for grown-ups and little ones. Chris is a great host and has created a wonderful cottage which provides aRead more peaceful stay within easy reach of The Peak District's many attractions. We highly recommend staying here! Hide

Reviewed by Jenny 17th January 2025

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Wow what a fantastic cottage, probably the best we have stayed in. Host Chris very welcoming and knowledgeable and done a great renovation for the property. Thanks for a lovely welcome pack. Cosy, warm and very comfortable cottage, lots of room for 4 of us plus dog. Very peaceful location, walks from the doorstep which was great for dog walking. LoRead morets to do in the area. Penine walking trail and Monsal trail not far away. We would definitely recommend this rental property. Hide

Reviewed by Denise 4th January 2025

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Fabulous cottage. Spotlessly clean. Very spacious, cosy, and peaceful. Really well equipped. We all had a great time.

Reviewed by Hayley 6th December 2024

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Reviewed by Graham 29th November 2024

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The cottage was exceptionally well maintained, beautifully done, great attention to detail and had all the conveniences and kitchen utensils you might need. The property owner greeted us on arrival, very welcoming and friendly and gave us lots of info on places to visit. Great views and walks and places to visit. Definitely one of the best cottagesRead more we have stayed at and we have been to quite a few. Hide

Reviewed by Sharon 22nd November 2024

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The cottage was absolutely gorgeous with stunning views . Very well equipped and beds very comfortable.Ideal base for walking. Great games room . Host Chris was very welcoming excellent communication.

Reviewed by Midori 15th November 2024

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Reviewed by Toni 1st November 2024

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A beautiful cottage in a beautiful location, very remote but thats what we wanted! Everything was perfect, the cottage was well equipped and theyd thought of everything. Easy access to many well known destinations, although we didnt venture fartoo comfortable!! A lovely week spent walking and relaxing! The perfect holiday

Reviewed by Graham 25th October 2024

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A really fabulous modern cottage with everything you need for your holiday. Chris, the owner, is a very friendly and easy guy and seems determined that you enjoy your stay at his childhood home. We, six of us plus dog, would all highly recommend this property. It also has the 'Wow' factor!

Reviewed by Sandra 18th October 2024

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Just Perfect .Everything has been thought through so well ..All you need is there .. just add family / friends for a wonderful holiday . So Cosy & warm Such a high quality beautiful property set in stunning countryside .. Certainly will visit again

Reviewed by Richard 11th October 2024

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Outstanding cottage. Loved every minute of our holiday

Reviewed by Michael 4th October 2024

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Superb Cottage

Reviewed by Hazel 27th September 2024

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The Cottage is a proper home away from home. Everything you could possibly need has been thoughtfully provided. Everywhere was spotless, the furnishings are top quality and extremely comfortable. We hope to return next year.

Reviewed by Stephen 20th September 2024

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Beautiful cottage, everything was so well done with love, care, and attention to detail. Weather was not very good, dull, damp and misty, but we went for a drive round midweek. It was a nice relaxing week.

Reviewed by Margaret 13th September 2024

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This is a fabulous cottage, beautifully finished and well equipped. So comfortable for the 5 of us. We would love to come back in the future.

Reviewed by Hayley 6th September 2024

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The cottage was absolutely perfect everything really well thought out. Beautiful views . Very clean and comfortable. Will definitely be going back next year. Chris is a great friendly host .

Reviewed by Clive 30th August 2024

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This is a brilliant property, every need is accommodated for with first class fixtures and fittings and spacious accommodation. It is evident that this cottage has been a labour of love for Chris & Di and we have felt privileged to have shared what they have accomplished. The outside space is well thought out with plenty of space to relax or occupyRead more yourself in the games room. The location is perfect and ideal for walks and nearby towns - a 5 star property in a 5 star location ­­­­­ Hide

Reviewed by Ruth 16th August 2024

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An absolutely wonderful stay at this property. We loved the quiet position of the house and its proximity to walks and places to visit. The whole family enjoyed the games in the garage and it was the perfect base to spend the week. We loved it so much that we've already booked again next year!

Reviewed by Gary 19th July 2024

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Cosy, comfortable cottage with the most relaxing view. Best beds we've slept on in holiday accommodation ever!

Reviewed by Anne 5th July 2024

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The Cottage was great. All facilities of a high standard. Set in a lovely quiet area. Our dog loved the spacious gardens. The owner was there to meet us with a very warm welcome. We would definitely love to visit again.

Reviewed by Jenny 21st June 2024

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This is a lovely, very comfortable and excellently designed and equipped cottage. It catered for all our needs and had so many other wonderful features too. It is kitted out to a very high standard and we enjoyed the beautiful beds, en-suite bathrooms, underfloor heating, privacy and gorgeous vies. We will be returning and we definitely recommend tRead morehis to anyone looking for a country retreat. Hide

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Canine Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.