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2 Star Reactive Dog Rated
Granby Cottage | Tideswell Dog Friendly Holiday | Sleeps 8 Peak District
🏡 Granby Cottage – A Boutique Coaching Inn Retreat in Tideswell
Welcome to Granby Cottage, a beautifully restored, 300-year-old former coaching inn right in the heart of the picture-perfect village of Tideswell. This isn’t your average cottage; it’s a spacious, character-filled sanctuary that sleeps 8, making it the ultimate base for big family reunions, walking groups, or multi-dog households. 🐾
Located in the “Cathedral of the Peak,” you are perfectly placed to explore the Peak District National Park. With world-class walks from the doorstep, a cosy woodburner to huddle around, and the famous Star Inn (legendary for its pies!) just across the road, Granby Cottage offers a masterclass in Peak District hospitality.
🌟 Why Pack Members Love Granby Cottage:
🐕 3 Dogs Welcome: We love multi-dog families! Up to 3 dogs are welcome to join the adventure.
🏰 Boutique Luxury: High-end finishes, vaulted ceilings, and a spa-like master bathroom.
🥾 Walkers’ Paradise: The Monsal Trail and Limestone Way are right on your doorstep.
🛌 Flexible Living: Includes a ground-floor bedroom/games room, perfect for guests who prefer to avoid too many stairs.
🍻 Pub on the Doorstep: Directly opposite a top-rated dog-friendly local—perfect for a “no-drive” dinner.
🚲 Bike Friendly: Features a lockable bike shed for your cycling adventures.
Additional information
| Location | Peak District, Tideswell |
|---|---|
| Bathrooms | One bathroom and one shower room |
| Garden | Slate gravel garden with dry stone wall, panel fencing and lowest point 3 feet |
| Parking | On street parking very close to the cottage |
| Reactive Friendly Dog Rating | 2 Star Reactive Dog Friendly (see below) |
| Sleeps | Sleeps 8, Sleeps 8 with sofa bed (by prior arrangement) |
| Smoking | Smoke Free Property |
| WiFi | Broadband & WiFi Available |
| Dogs | 1 Dog, 2 Dogs, 3 Dogs |
| Beds | 5 Beds |
Reactive Dog Guide
Granby Cottage is a 2 Reactive Friendly Pack Holidays cottage. Here are the reasons why, but also more importantly, what aspects of the cottage may not be suitable for your reactive. Granby Cottage is situated on a fairly quiet road in the middle of Tideswell village. The garden is fairly secure. It is enclosed by dry stone wall, panel fencing and the walls of other cottages. The lowest is approximately 3 foot high. Parking is on the road very close to the cottage, once secure in the house, dogs can be let safely into the rear garden. Dogs should be on leads walking throughout the village but there are many local off lead walks where your dogs can wander for hours. Granby Cottage is on a street adjoined by another cottage on each side. It is opposite one of the village pubs (dog friendly, serving great pies)!
Accessibility guide
Granby Cottage has a few steps up to the front door. The bedrooms and bathroom are all upstairs (straight staircase with handrail). The garden is reach by steps to a higher level. Please let me know if you have any mobility issues
Location & Directions
🛋️ Inside Granby Cottage
Character & Space
Park up close to the cottage and step into a hallway that breathes history. The front of the house is triple-glazed, so you get all the village atmosphere with none of the noise!
The Living Room: A gorgeously spacious room with exposed beams and a fabulous woodburner. 🪵 We’ve stocked it with books, board games, and a Smart TV. It’s a "proper" cottage space for relaxing after a big day on the hills.
The Vaulted Kitchen & Dining: Step up into a stunning, double-height space. This is a chef’s dream with a gas range cooker, a retro-style fridge/freezer, and even a dedicated beer fridge! 🍻 The oak dining table seats 8 comfortably for those long, lazy holiday breakfasts.
The Boot Room: A lifesaver for dog owners! A dedicated space with a sink, washing machine, and drying room for muddy boots, wet coats, and soggy paws. 🚿 There is even a downstairs shower room right here for convenience.
The Bedrooms (Sleeps 8 + Sofa Bed)
Bedroom 1 (Upstairs): A charming, beamed twin room.
Bedroom 2 (Upstairs): A comfortable double with fitted wardrobes.
Bedroom 3 (Upstairs): A fun bunk room (ideal for kids/teens).
Bedroom 4 / Games Room (Ground Floor): A brilliant flexible space with a Double bed, a sofa bed, Freesat TV, and a PS4 console. 🎮
The Bathrooms
Main Bathroom (Upstairs): A total "spa-feel" refurbishment with a huge walk-in rain shower.
Downstairs Bathroom: A second shower room and toilet, perfect for avoiding the morning queue!
🌳 The Garden with "Cathedral" Views
Accessed via steps from the kitchen, you’ll find a deceptively large, tiered cottage garden.
The Views: Take in the stunning vistas of Tideswell’s famous "Cathedral of the Peak."
Relaxation: Two separate seating areas (dining and rattan), including a sheltered spot for evening drinks—perfect whatever the weather. 🥂
Security: Enclosed by dry stone walls and panel fencing (lowest point approx 3ft). 🛡️
🐾 Reactive Dog Guide
Granby Cottage is a 2-Star Reactive Friendly property.
Village Life: While the road is fairly quiet, it is a village center location. Dogs should be on leads through the village, but once you hit the trails, there is endless off-lead freedom.
Secure Arrival: Parking is on-street very close by. Once inside the house, your dogs can be safely let into the rear garden.
Vision: The garden is tiered and enclosed by walls and other cottage buildings, offering a good sense of privacy.
🦴 For Your Pack & Hoomans
For Dogs: We provide dog bowls, treats, a dog fleece, furniture throws, and towels for muddy feet. 🐾
For Humans: Free superfast Wi-Fi, Smart TVs, high-quality bed linen, and a welcome basket of logs. 🪵
Families: Travel cot, high chair, and baby bath are all available on request.
Outdoor Tap: Perfect for rinsing off pooches (and boots!) after a limestone walk.
🗺️ Exploring Tideswell & Beyond
🥾 Famous Walks
The Monsal Trail: Incredible for walking and cycling through old railway tunnels.
Castleton (15 mins): Explore the famous caverns like Blue John and Peak Cavern.
Chatsworth House: A stunning day out just a short drive away.
🍴 Dining Out (The Local's Choice)
The Star Inn: Directly opposite! Famous for its pies and very dog-friendly. 🥧
The Horse & Jockey: Great real ales and a lovely open fire.
The Blind Bull (Little Hucklow): A fantastic gastro-pub with incredible views.
Merchants Yard: A smart bistro for a special treat (Note: humans only!).
❓ FAQs
Is the garden secure for big dogs? 🛡️ The garden is enclosed, but the lowest point is a 3ft stone wall. If you have a determined jumper, we recommend supervision!
Where do I park? 🚗 There is plenty of free on-street parking very close to the cottage. It's a friendly village and parking is rarely an issue.
Is it suitable for guests with mobility issues? ♿ With a ground-floor bedroom and shower room, it’s a great option! However, please note there are steps up to the front door and steps to access the tiered garden.
Things to Know (Accessibility & Layout)
- A few steps up to the front door
- Two steps between living room and kitchen area
- Stairs are straight with a handrail (a little steep for some)
- Garden is accessed via 10 steps (tiered cottage garden)
- Opposite a friendly village pub — guests love it, but it is close!
Walkers, Cyclists & Peak District Adventures
Granby Cottage is brilliantly placed for exploring the Peak District National Park. You can reach major highlights within around 20 minutes’ drive, and there are superb routes from the doorstep.
Most guests say once at the cottage they hardly get back into a car.
Popular nearby ideas:
- Limestone Way
- Castleton caverns/mines: Speedwell, Blue John, Peak Cavern (Treak Cliff is a favourite for many)
- Matlock Bath (Heights of Abraham / family attractions)
- Eyam (Plague Museum)
- Adventure Sports – can book days out for rafting, gorge walking, climbing etc
Something different:
- Hathersage Lido (heated outdoor swimming – book ahead)
- Tideswell’s brilliant second-hand bookshop Peak Volumes
- Spa / afternoon tea in Buxton (Ensana Hotel)
Private Chef (bookable from the cottage): gmcatering.co.uk
What We Provide
- Tea, coffee, milk and sugar
- All bed linen and towels
- Free wifi throughout house
- Smart TVs
- Dog towels for muddy feet
- Dog treats on arrival
- Dog fleece
- Dog bowls
- Sofa throws
- Fitted stair gate (top of stairs)
- High chair
- Lockable bike shed
- Ironing board and iron
- Washing machine
- Hair dryer
14 reviews for Granby Cottage | Tideswell Dog Friendly Holiday | Sleeps 8 Peak District
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Donna –
We had a lovely Bank holiday weekend at Granby Cottage. We’re a family with adult children & their partners.
The communication throughout has been excellent from booking, to departure. The house is in a lovely
location right in the centre of the town, right opposite a friendly pub that serves excellent food. There are
plenty of walks from the house. The house itself is open plan which is great for the sociable break we wanted.
The kitchen is well stocked with everything you’d need for cooking, the beds are comfortable and showers
warm & powerful. We were lucky with the weather during our stay so spent a lot of time relaxing in the
beautiful garden. Would definitely recommend Granby Cottage
Maggie –
Such a peaceful few days at Granby Cottage – it’s an imaginative combination of old and new,
very comfortable and well appointed. Location is perfect – so quiet, just a few minutes stroll into
Tideswell . Would recommend without hesitation
Anna –
We had a wonderful stay for a birthday celebration. The cottage was perfectly located in a pretty
village, we could walk to a bakery, shop and several pubs. We enjoyed the hospitality and food
in the pub a few steps from the cottage, it was so lovely to pop in there for a drink too. The
cottage is spacious and well thought out with a large utility room, well equipped kitchen with a
range style hob, we cooked and then all sat together in the atrium dining room, very
atmospheric. The downstairs bedroom & bathroom was perfect for our elderly parents.
Bedrooms and bathroom facilities were super. An unexpected pleasure was to sit in the terraced
garden in the sunshine, We loved everything about our stay at the cottage including Nicky’s
responsiveness and allowing us flex in the check in/out times.
Anonymous –
We had a great family weekend away at Granby Cottage. We’ve stayed in Tideswell before but needed a
bigger place this year and this fitted the bill. Comfortable beds, powerful showers, a big open plan living and
dining space and a lovely garden……..we managed to drink morning tea out there in the sunshine even
though it was only March! The cottage was very clean and welcoming, warm and well equipped and relaxing.
Nicky was helpful and responded quickly. Great walks right from the door and good pubs in the village. We
hope to visit again next year!
Sean –
What a beautiful home in a beautiful village. Couldn’t have asked for more, great pubs and
lovely walks, which Nicky had helpfully had printed out to help us decide. Cannot recommend
this place enough. I feel in love with Tideswell. Granby cottage was clean and well presented,
had lots of information on local pubs and attractions and is perfect place to explore the peak
district. Nicky was the perfect host and will definitely stay here again!
Peter –
Very enjoyable location to celebrate my wife’s 60th with our extended family. House was cosy,
well equipped and excellently located for some great walks. Nicky was. Great host and ways
responsive. Strongly recommend.
Anonymous –
We were a family group plus dog celebrating special birthdays and chose Granby Cottage for its location and
facilities. We were delighted with the spotlessly clean accommodation and layout. Plenty of space for comfy
socialising including a great kitchen/diner and a beautiful garden. The bedrooms worked well for us and
having a ground floor bedroom plus shower room was handy. Lovely decor , a well stocked kitchen and utility
room and a thoughtful welcome basket. Location is perfect in charming Tideswell. Handy local buses, Co-Op
and we highly recommend The Star right opposite! Many thanks for a very enjoyable stay.
Scott –
A fantastic place in the heart of a lovely Derbyshire village. We were very comfortable and
enjoyed the great social spaces and cosy lounge area. Everything spotless. Nicky was a perfect
host.
Anonymous –
We had a wonderful Christmas stay at the cottage. We were 6 adults, 1 baby and 2 dogs and for very
comfortably. The location in the town is great and lots of nice walks nearby or towns to visit. Perfect place to
spend a Christmas away. I am sure we will be back to explore more of the Peak District!
Anonymous –
Absolutely fantastic weekend, cottage was perfectly located for walks, pubs, shops. We had the fire lit and some delicious home cooked food on the Aga! Family time at its best, Nikki was super helpful through out, couldn’t fault it!
Anonymous –
Granby Cottage is absolutely delightful. Perfectly located in the heart of Tideswell (opposite the pub no less!) Close to a Coop supermarket, local bakery, butchers and an amazing chippie.
The cottage is more spacious then the pictures let on, with a cosy sitting area with gorgeous log fire, that leads to a large kitchen with a dining table. We went for Christmas and managed to feed 8 round it no problem.
Definitely recommended, a magical place.
Anonymous –
Beautiful house with stylish and sociable layout. Good strong hot showers – ideal after a long walk. One of our party tried out the luxurious slipper bath. Great space for 3 family parties (6 adults, a toddler and 2 babies in our case). I’m a light sleeper and I didn’t hear a peep from the pub over the road, even on NYE.
Anonymous –
Tideswell is a beautiful village with everything you could need. There are a lot of walks and pubs in the area. The cottage is very nice and spacious but cosy. The garden is fantastic (although it was a bit cold for us to make the most of that!
Anonymous –
Absolutely loved our stay at Granby Cottage. Perfect place to host 3 families over the Xmas period. We even cooked Christmas dinner. Short if nothing, very well thought out, cottage was beautiful inside, spacious but also cosy. Loved location and the Star Inn over the road is also an added bonus. Would definitely love to return.