
Rowsley Cottage
Named after the nearby village of Rowsley, a close-knit community on the edge of Chatsworth Estate, Rowsley Cottage provides a peaceful and secluded base for exploring the Peak District.
This single-storey converted barn dates back to the 1600s and was once part of a busy working farm. Today, it features an open-plan living area and a double bedroom with an en-suite, complete with wooden beams.
In Detail
Six external steps lead to an attractive, light and airy, triple-aspect open plan lounge with exposed beams, a smart TV with free Netflix and Wi-Fi access.
There is a fully equipped kitchen and dining area leading to a spacious double aspect bedroom with exposed beams. The bedroom offers a king-size bed with en suite bathroom and shower over the bath.
Amenities
- Travel cot & cot on request
- Hairdryer
- Smart TV with Netflix
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Coffee Machine
- Use of a shared washing machine
- Dishwasher
Chatsworth Multi-Entrance Tickets
Visiting Chatsworth? We can provide multi-entry tickets to the house, gardens, farmyard and playground for you to use throughout your stay. These can be added to your booking by our team, who you can contact on 01756 718 111 or res@chatsworthescapes.co.uk.
These tickets give you unlimited access to Chatsworth House and Garden, with free car parking for the duration of your stay. Holders of these multi-entrance tickets are also not required to book a time slot, so you have complete flexibility.
With these tickets, there’s no need to rush to view all of the wonders of Chatsworth, as you can return the following day on the same ticket to see what you missed or revisit your favourite part.
Please note that tickets must be collected from your cottage before visiting Chatsworth.
Multi-entrance tickets are not valid for admission to events such as the International Horse Trials and Country Fair. Please note the farmyard and playground are closed during the Country Fair.
*Chatsworth tickets over the Christmas period (between 9th November and 5th January) are single entry only and prices will differ from normal multi-entry tickets. Multi-entrance tickets are not provided when Chatsworth is closed January – March.
Address
Rowsley Cottage, Handley Ln, Bakewell DE45 1PE, UK
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Welcome Hampers
Our hampers are a great way of ensuring you have some essential foods in your refrigerator and store cupboard when you arrive. The Chatsworth Estate Farm Shop has a range of local and estate offerings, from fresh produce to estate reared meat.
There are three hamper options available, find out more here.
E-bikes
Rent an e-bike during your cottage stay. Everything will be provided for you including helmets, chains and padlocks, and the e-bikes will be waiting for you when you arrive. All you simply need to do is click the link here to book the bikes for your stay, book now.
You must be 14+ to rent an e-bike.
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Part of the Ball Cross Farm Collection
Rowsley Cottage is part of the Ball Cross Farm Collection, managed by our long-established tenants and partners, David and Pauline Kerslake.
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Rowsley Cottage, Handley Ln, Bakewell DE45 1PE, UK
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