Pet friendly holiday cottage, sleeps 4 - Parwich (1mls W), Derbyshire

If you're searching for peace and tranquillity, look no further than this idyllic cottage set within extensive private grounds and surrounded by the Peak District National Park. Explore nearby Dovedale on foot, cycle through pretty towns and villages or get your adrenaline pumping with a day on the water. Afterwards, return to this beautifully finished rural retreat to warm up beside the wood burner or dine alfresco in the enclosed garden.

Inside this traditional stone-built cottage, find spacious, light and stylish accommodation with a charming rustic feel throughout. Rustle up family feasts in the stunning kitchen/diner, with its chic appliances, pendant lighting and exposed beams, before stepping through to the cosy lounge. With a warming wood burner, inviting sofas and TV, this is just the place to return to after a long and blustery walk.

Upstairs, both bedrooms have been tastefully finished in restful deep hues with cosy soft furnishings, antique finds and rustic touches. Outside, a wonderful mature garden with open views of the farmland is a peaceful spot for summer BBQs surrounded by nature. Approached down a long, private tree-lined drive, this country hideaway is the perfect base for walking and cycling holidays.

Perched on the lower end of the Peak District National Park, it is ideally located for making the most of the excellent hiking routes across nearby Dovedale and beyond. Follow the 13-mile long Tissington Trail on foot, bicycle or horseback and admire the beautiful countryside of the Derbyshire Dales, or spend an afternoon on a paddleboard, sailing boat or kayak at Carsington Water (9 miles). When you'd rather not cook, grab a restorative bite to eat at the pub in the nearby village of Parwich (1 mile), voted one of the best places to live in Britain.