Compare 12 lodges near Ashbourne, closest first – filter by hot tubs, pets, pools and more, then check dates and prices.
Sandybrook Lodges is part of our Evermore Collection and is set in the former grounds of a 19th century manor house, close to the picturesque market town of Ashbourne.
Nestling in a tranquil leafy corner of the Staffordshire countryside, The Ramshorn Estate’s holiday lodges offer peace and relaxation just minutes away from the thrills and excitement of Alton Towers.
Rivendale Lodge Retreat is part of our Evermore Lodge Holidays Collection.
Newhaven is designed for you to enjoy quality time with your loved ones and give you the opportunity to relax and unwind in the beauty of the Derbyshire countryside.
Quarry Walk Lodges is not only the winner of Visit Staffordshire & Stoke-on-Trent Tourism Awards 2026, but is also tucked away off the beaten track amidst 46 acres of peaceful woodland deep in the Staffordshire countryside.
Escape to a haven of peace and luxury at our exclusive, adults-only holiday park, nestled in the heart of the Peak District.
Darwin Forest, part of our exclusive Magnificent Collection, is nestled in a beautiful woodland setting near Matlock and Bakewell, right on the edge of Derbyshire’s breathtaking Peak District.
Discover the epitome of luxury lodges and tranquillity at our newest addition to the prestigious Magnificent collection, Knights Lodges.
Set in the woodlands on the edge of the Peak District, overlooking a beautiful meadow leading down to the stunning Rudyard Lake, these Swedish lodges offer the perfect retreat.
Nestled away in the Derbyshire countryside, Beechwood Park complements a tranquil setting with a base for exploration, creating a perfect retreat for couples and families seeking to escape and relax in a rural idyll.
Hazelhurst Lodges is part of our Autograph Lodge Holidays Collection, boasting a truly idyllic setting tucked away deep in the rolling hills of Derbyshire.
Ideally placed for discovering the glories of the Derbyshire countryside Lime Tree Park offers a relaxing haven with views over Buxton and the surrounding hills.
Picture the River Dove sliding over limestone at the stepping stones, Thorpe Cloud rising behind it, and a hot tub waiting for you back at the lodge once the boots come off. That’s the appeal of a break on the southern edge of the Peak District. Ashbourne is the little Derbyshire market town that gets you there, with a 212-foot church spire and a gingerbread recipe that’s been baked here for over 200 years.
Searching for lodges in Ashbourne mostly turns up single parks, one at a time. So we’ve lined up six from our own listings, all within half an hour of the Market Place, and compared the accommodation side by side.
Every one has hot tub lodges, and all six take dogs.
Start with who’s coming: a family with young children wants a pool and space to run around, while a couple on a romantic break wants a view, a hot tub and no noise at all. Sort the table by drive time or sleeps, or tick the filters to narrow it down.
| Lodge park | Drive (mins) | Sleeps | Hot tubs | Pets | Pool |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandybrook Lodges | 2 | 8 | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Rivendale Lodge Retreat | 12 | 8 | Yes | Yes | No |
| Ramshorn Estate Woodland Lodges | 18 | 14 | Yes | Yes | No |
| Quarry Walk Lodges | 26 | 6 | Yes | Yes | No |
| Longnor Wood Holiday Park | 27 | 4 | Yes | Yes | No |
| Darwin Forest | 29 | 8 | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Drive times are from the centre of Ashbourne, and if you’re in a hurry, here’s the short version:
Driving Distance: About 2 mins (0.7 miles) | Sleeps: Up to 8 | Hot tubs? Yes | Dog friendly? Yes
What to expect: Sandybrook is set in the former grounds of a 19th century manor house, with its own historic pinetum and a path that winds through a secluded bluebell wood, all surrounded by Derbyshire countryside. There’s an indoor pool for wet afternoons and fishing on site. Better still, you can be in the Market Place for coffee almost straight away.
Who will love it? Families, and anyone who’d rather stroll into town for dinner than drive, especially in late April or May when the bluebells are out.
Driving Distance: About 12 mins (7.2 miles) | Sleeps: Up to 8 | Hot tubs? Yes | Dog friendly? Yes
What to expect: Luxury lodges and treehouses inside the Peak District National Park itself, with footpaths and cycle trails to explore straight from the park.
Who will love it? Walkers and dog owners. There’s a dog wash for muddy paws when you get back, there’s fishing on site, and the treehouses are a fun pick for families.
Driving Distance: About 18 mins (9.9 miles) | Sleeps: Up to 14 | Hot tubs? Yes | Dog friendly? Yes
What to expect: Contemporary self-catering lodges in 30 acres of natural woodland, in a leafy corner of the Staffordshire countryside near the edge of the Peak District and the Derbyshire Dales. Alton Towers is close by, so the thrill rides and the peace and quiet of the trees are both on the doorstep.
Who will love it? Big groups and multi-generation families. The largest lodges sleep 14, which is rare this close to Ashbourne. It’s also easily the best base on this list for a day at Alton Towers.
Driving Distance: About 26 mins (12.9 miles) | Sleeps: Up to 6 | Hot tubs? Yes | Dog friendly? Yes
What to expect: Traditional log cabins and timber clad lodges tucked away in 46 acres of peaceful woodland, well off the beaten track. It won at the Visit Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Tourism Awards 2026.
Who will love it? Couples after a peaceful, romantic retreat, with trails full of wildlife from the door and an evening in the hot tub with nothing but trees around you.
Driving Distance: About 27 mins (15 miles) | Sleeps: Up to 4 | Hot tubs? Yes | Dog friendly? Yes
What to expect: An adults only, 5-star luxury park in the heart of the Peak District, with one and two bedroom lodges and caravans and views over the surrounding countryside. Every one has its own decking, some have a hot tub, and some take dogs, so check the lodge before you book.
Who will love it? Couples and friends without children who want real quiet, with Buxton, Bakewell and Chatsworth House all within easy reach for a day out.
Driving Distance: About 29 mins (16.9 miles) | Sleeps: Up to 8 | Hot tubs? Yes | Dog friendly? Yes
What to expect: A big, award-winning park in the Derbyshire trees near Matlock and Bakewell, and a past winner of a Best in Britain award. There’s a swimming pool, a health and fitness club and fishing.
Who will love it? Families who want plenty to do without getting in the car. Our guide to lodges near Matlock covers that side of the county.
Ashbourne calls itself the gateway to Dovedale. Close to town you’ve got one of the best-loved valleys in England, a traffic-free trail, a huge lake and a country estate with an Italian garden, which is plenty to explore on a long weekend.
| Day out | How far from Ashbourne | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Dovedale stepping stones | About 5 miles north | Parking at DE6 2AY, free for National Trust members, with toilets and a kiosk |
| Tissington Trail | Starts in town | 13 miles of old railway to Parsley Hay, with bike hire |
| Ilam Park | Next to Dovedale | Manifold tea room, Italian garden, dogs on leads welcome outside |
| Carsington Water | About 15 minutes’ drive | Seven-mile track round the water, bike hire and watersports |
| Hartington | On the B5054, north of Dovedale | Cheese shop and the Hartington Dales walk |
Follow the short tarmac path from the parking area and in about ten minutes you’re at the crossing itself, 16 limestone-topped stones that cross the River Dove under the steep cone of Thorpe Cloud. The National Trust has cared for the valley since 1934. Non-members pay £6 for up to four hours, according to the latest listings. The stones can flood after heavy rain, when you’ll need the footbridge instead.
The climb up Thorpe Cloud is worth it for the view up the dale. Just take it slowly, as Discover Ashbourne warns:
It is very slippery and it is much more difficult to get down than up.
Here’s the easy day. The Tissington Trail follows an old railway line for more than 13 miles from Ashbourne to Parsley Hay, mostly on compacted gravel, and it’s flat enough for children’s bikes and pushchairs. Soon after leaving town you ride through a 353-metre tunnel. You can hire standard bikes and e-bikes on Mapleton Road or in the town centre, and Tissington village is about four miles in.
Across the fields from Dovedale, Ilam Park sits under steep hills beside the River Manifold, with an Italian garden, ravine woods and big views across to Bunster Hill. The Manifold tea room does cakes and seasonal lunches. Dogs on leads are welcome in all the outdoor spaces.
A short drive north-east on the B5035, Carsington Water is England’s ninth largest reservoir. There’s a visitor centre with a cafe and restaurant, bike hire and watersports, though Discover Ashbourne suggests skipping warm summer weekends, when the paths get crowded.
Head up the B5054 to Hartington and call in at the cheese shop the Duke of Devonshire founded in the 1870s. Then walk it off on the Hartington Dales loop through Beresford and Wolfscote Dales.
Leave an afternoon for the town. St Oswald’s church dates from around 1220, and its 212-foot spire is the tallest thing in town. George Eliot was a fan:
The finest mere parish church in all England.
Then there’s the gingerbread. Legend says a French prisoner of war gave the recipe to a local baker during the Napoleonic Wars, and it’s been sold in the 15th century timber-framed building on St John Street for over 200 years!
Visit in February and you’ll catch Royal Shrovetide Football, when two huge teams battle over a ball through the streets on Shrove Tuesday and Ash Wednesday, with goals three miles apart. Shops board up their windows for it.
You’ll want a car once you’re here, though, as all six parks are out in the countryside.
May is our pick. The bluebells are out at Sandybrook, the days are long, and the Tissington well dressings start on Ascension Day, which falls on 6 May in 2027. The village decorates its wells with pictures made from flower petals, and they stay up until 12 May.
Summer weekends are the only real crush, so visit the big attractions early or on a weekday.
Limestone paths get slippery when wet, and the weather in the White Peak turns quickly, so pack for both sun and showers.
Ready to book your Derbyshire accommodation? Compare dates on our full list of holiday lodges and log cabins across the UK, browse every lodge with a hot tub, or see the whole county on our Derbyshire lodges page. Heading north? Our lodges near Bakewell guide picks up from there.
All six parks in this guide have lodges with a private hot tub. At Longnor Wood only some lodges have one, so check the lodge details before you book.
Yes, all six are pet friendly, and Rivendale even has a dog wash. You can also search every dog friendly lodge on the site.
Sandybrook Lodges, under a mile from the town centre. You can walk into town for dinner.
Two of the six have one: Sandybrook Lodges on the edge of town and the Darwin park near Matlock.
Ramshorn Estate Woodland Lodges has lodges sleeping up to 14, just over the Staffordshire border and close to Alton Towers.
Yes. Quarry Walk Lodges has traditional log cabins as well as timber clad lodges, and Rivendale has treehouses.
About five miles north. Park at DE6 2AY, and the stones are a ten-minute stroll away.
Not quite. The town sits just outside the Peak District National Park, about a mile from its southern boundary. Dovedale and Rivendale Lodge Retreat are inside the park.
