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Heage, nestled in the scenic heart of Derbyshire, provides a cozy, yet luxurious retreat for those seeking a quintessential English countryside experience. This charming village is perfect for luxury cottage holidays, offering the tranquil allure of rustic settings paired with modern comforts. Heage is renowned for its distinctive six-sailed windmill, an iconic gem that crowns the village and offers visitors an insight into local history, as well as breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. The village’s inviting pubs and local eateries offer a taste of fine English dining, ensuring visitors have both relaxing and delightful experiences.
Within a 5-mile radius, the landscape opens up to a myriad of outdoor pursuits and attractions. Just a short drive away is the historic town of Belper, which is part of the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site. Here, you can explore riverside walks, indulge in boutique shopping, or enjoy a performance at the local arts centre. The surrounding countryside is ideal for hiking, with trails weaving through undulating hills and leading to picturesque villages like Crich, home to the National Tramway Museum and excellent hilltop views. The nearby Shining Cliff Woods offer enchanting woodland walks, and the Derwent Valley Heritage Way presents more ambitious routes for dedicated walkers.
For those willing to venture slightly further afield, within an hour's drive, the treasures of the Peak District National Park unfold, offering striking landscapes with opportunities for rock climbing, cycling, and serene nature walks. The elegant town of Matlock Bath, akin to a seaside resort with its riverside amusements and cable car rides to the Heights of Abraham, provides a unique day out. To the south, the vibrant city of Derby awaits with its rich cultural scene, museums, and cathedral. For coastal charm, the scenic Lincolnshire Wolds and the vast beaches of Skegness are just about an hour away, offering refreshing sea air and seaside fun. Heage’s splendid location makes it an excellent base for a luxurious yet adventurous countryside getaway.
Bear Cottage is a delightful barn conversion resting in Heage, Derbyshire. Hosting one king-size bedroom, along with a shower room this property can sleep up to two guests. There is also a living/kitchen area and a dining room. Outside there is off-road parking for three cars and a front enclosed garden with furniture and a barbecue. Bear Cottage is charming escape, ideal for a couple seeking a romantic getaway.
The lovely village of Heage, Derbyshire, is tucked between the towns of Ripley and Belper. Heage and Nether Heage are the two halves of this dispersed village, both of which include rustic homes and winding pathways but none of which has a centre. The word 'Heage' is Anglo-Saxon and means majestic or high, which is appropriate given the steep setting and lush vegetation. The region has a long history of farming, as seen by its historic farmhouses and operating farms.
Single-storey. One king-size bedroom with Smart TV. Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC. Open-plan living space with kitchen and sitting area. Dining room
Whatever time of year, Derbyshire, situated in the heart of England, is a wonderful county to visit for a luxury cottage retreat. Home to the Peak District National Park, visitors to the area are presented with outstanding views of varying countryside from dales and valleys to rivers and streams. The county is renowned for being a widely diverse county with town and city nestled amongst fantastic countryside, providing you with an excellent choice of exciting places of interest and wonderful, far reaching, expanses of scenery. Enjoy long walks through the National Park or spend your days exploring any of the historical or architectural sites in the area. The wonderful landscape seems to ooze luxury and with a high quality, beautifully decorated cottage to return to after a long day you will find that Derbyshire truly is a fantastic location for a deluxe break in England. On the other hand if you would like even more luxury and relaxation on your holiday then search for Luxury accommodation with spa and beauty facilities.