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Owslow Farm, Ashbourne Road, Carsington, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 4DD

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01629 540445

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Holiday Cottages - Campervan Pitch - Alpaca Experiences

Peak District Holiday Cottages

The Peak District is famous for its natural beauty and serene atmosphere, making it the perfect getaway from busy city life.

 

Rustic Retreats is your premier provider for holiday accommodation on the edge of the Peak District National Park. Here at Rustic Retreats, we specialise in creating unforgettable experiences that combine traditional charm with modern comforts.

 

From quaint cottages with a rich history to a luxurious campervan pitch complete with private hot tubs, our accommodation provides a tranquil escape surrounded by nature's beauty.

PEAK DISTRICT HOLIDAY COTTAGES

Jack's Cottage

Sleeps 4 - Hot Tub - Wood Burner- Dog Friendly

Nestled in the valley of the rolling hills of Brassington, this stone-built semi-detached cottage dates back to the 18th Century, and provides outstanding accommodation for up to four people.

Jack’s Cottage features a cosy lounge with a wood burner, a fully equipped kitchen, and peaceful bedrooms for a good night’s sleep.

Outside, there’s a lovely patio garden with a luxurious hot tub, perfect for relaxing and enjoying the beautiful surroundings.

Two local pubs, hiking trails, and scenic spots are on the doorstep to be enjoyed.

PEAK DISTRICT HOLIDAY COTTAGES

Owslow Cottage

Sleeps 5 - Hot Tub - Dog Friendly

Owslow Cottage is situated at the heart of a rural working organic farm spanning 500 acres of picturesque countryside with stunning views of Carsington Water. 

This cosy cottage is approximately 400 years old and offers a combination of traditional features of exposed stonework and wooden beams. 

The cottage provides a tranquil getaway and private hot tub for up to five guests with a rear enclosed courtyard enabling any farm enthusiast to observe the farming practices, ensuring a memorable stay surrounded by nature.

In association with Rustic Retreats, Alpacas at Carsington Ltd proudly offer

Meet our Alpacas

Experience walking our friendly Alpacas

Join us for a guided Alpaca Walking Experience which involves a learning session, safety induction, and introduction to these friendly exotic animals. 

It's a hands on experience, learning fun facts, feeding and interacting with our inquisitive Alpacas. 

The experience includes a leisurely 75 minute walk across farmland with exceptional views of the Peak District, within the boundaries of the 500 acres of countryside at Owslow Farm. 

Private sessions and non-walking sessions are also available.


Alongside Rustic Retreats, Alpacas at Carsington Ltd also present

Campervan Pitch

Private Campervan Pitch with Hot Tub

Enjoy ultimate relaxation with your own private hot tub. Sink into the warm water, relax, and take in the beautiful views overlooking Carsington Water.

Whether it’s a romantic evening under the stars or a peaceful break after a day of exploration, our exclusive luxury campervan pitch with hot tub is the perfect way to unwind and refresh in style and offers everything you need to indulge in a serene and unforgettable outdoor getaway.

Private Campervan Pitch with Hot Tub
Holiday Cottages

Slow down, unwind, and enjoy cosy countryside living in our charming stone-built cottages.

Alpaca Experiences

Meet the friendly alpacas up close and enjoy a gentle, memorable walk through the fields.

Campervan Pitch

Park up, relax, and take in wide-open views and peaceful skies from your private pitch.

Visitors Reviews

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Emma D
4 days ago
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It was a great experience that our whole family enjoyed. The guides were incredible and so welcoming. The herd of alpaca were full of personality and we loved learning more about them.
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cherrill gilbert
7 days ago
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Fabulous experience. The Alpacas were amazing and so gentle. The guides were so helpful and full of knowledge I would highly recommend them.
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Anna Mills
26 days ago
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A wonderful morning spent with our guides Martha and Kate and the beautiful alpacas. It was a fantastic experience for all the family - aged from 10 to 80 years old. Would thoroughly recommend. Really helpful and informative staff, and the alpacas are gorgeous, well-kept and happy. Keen to visit again!
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Jessica López Clemot
33 days ago
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We had a really lovely time! The alpacas were the cutest and friendliest and our guide was super helpful and nice. Recommended 💗
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Martin Weaver
48 days ago
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Highly recommended!! Fantastic hospitality!! An amazing experience and the team went out of their way to accommodate our large group. Fun and friendly trek leads, who were knowledgeable and made the activity really enjoyable. An experience we will never forget. It has to be experienced, the Alpaca’s are amazing!!
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James Clarke
48 days ago
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An amazing experience by this provider. Value for money excellent, child experience - absolutely loved being able to interact withe Alpacas. Can't recommend this enough doesn't matter what age they are.
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Claire Rogerson
49 days ago
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We recently spent a wonderful afternoon walking the gorgeous alpacas at Rustic Retreats. I was given Pepper who was an absolute dream. The alpacas are extremely well looked after and the staff are very hands on and knowledgeable about all things alpaca! It's a stunning spot overlooking Carsington with self catering accommodation on site for those who fancy a longer stay.
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Jessica Strangward
58 days ago
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Jacks cottage is such a beautiful place & a wonderful stay! Everything was amazing with little details that give a homely vibe away from home, peaceful village with a few pubs mere minutes walk away & incredible views, not too far from any walks, walking up with the sound animals & relaxing in the hot tub. A must for anyone looking for an adventure whilst gaining that relaxing feeling
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Nana Elaine
71 days ago
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What a wonderful, rustic cottage on a working farm( don't forget your wellies) The cottage I was told is over 200 years old and a farm that is originally 400 years old.. When you see in the lounge the depth of the stone widows you realise the age of this rustic place.. The cottage has a inner stone hall, leading to the back patio and the entrance to the inner hall of the cottage. The kitchen has every thing you will need on your break, the host provided tin foil , cling film, tea towels, cloths and pan scrubbers , salt and pepper, washing up liquid, hand soaps, kitchen roll,and a bottle of prosecco, beautiful luxury biscuits and a pint of milk, also provided was sugar, tea bags and coffee. It had a dishwasher and all the cleaning tools needed, hoover, brush etc, large fridge freezer also. The lounge has the largest corner sofa I have ever seen, am sure it would sit 6/8 comfortably on its very soft and comfortable leather .. The lounge has oak dressers and table Lots of storage, and various lighting options.. The cottage is centrally heated and also has oil filled radiators and convector fire I presume if needed.. It looked as though games provided but we did not explore this .The TV is large and has Netflix and YouTube availability. The large double bed room is beautifully inspired by dragon flies on the wallpaper and some wall hangings .loads of hanging space and drawers . The bed is an average double ..very comfy, I would say a medium mattress, which we love, pillows were lovely one firmer than other so perfect for us .The bedroom had a folding bed I presume for 5th person The bathroom has a powerful shower and heated rail, and we were provided with plenty of soft towels and toiletries . The other bed room was large and had 2 single beds but we did not use this room. Outside the cottage had 2 patios, at the front a beautiful hot tub, monitored daily by owner. The rear patio had table and chairs, the stone wall around the patio is low enough to see cows and alpacas. We did not have the alpaca experience as we have done before and sadly this week was not conducive to tracking in fields as we had awful wet weather daily. We did have a lovely walk around the parts of the farm we could and saw the amazing goats, alpacas, cows and crazy chickens and I think ducks and geese running around .. We went to many local restaurants and pubs in the area and had some lovely ( wet) days out in the surrounding area . We have told all our friends and family if want this experience this is a fabulous place to go.
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Tara Killin
141 days ago
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Stunning cosy, clean, comfortable holiday home with everything you need for a relaxing break. The alpacas are beautiful and gentle, and the goats are the biggest I’ve ever seen. Lots of fabulous pubs and restaurants to choose. Ideal location for exploring. Will definitely be back!
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