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Owl Barn conversion at Dove Mount Farm spend Lane Thorpe Ashbourne DE6 2AR <br>

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dining area
sitting area
sitting area looking to dining and kitchen area
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Garden
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Thorpe, ENG
  • Place, Edward and Vintage
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Dovedale National Nature Reserve
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Alton Towers
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, East Midlands (EMA)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

second floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Owl Barn conversion at Dove Mount Farm spend Lane Thorpe Ashbourne DE6 2AR <br>

Owl Barn Cottage has been created through the tasteful conversion of one of the outbuildings at Dove Mount Farm, which offers quality, compact, comfortable accommodation, adjacent to a country lane. The cottage is beamed and has superb views across Dovedale from the first floor. It is situated on the outskirts of the village of Thorpe in 25 acres of organic farmland on the edge of the Peak Park, only 150 metres from the Tissington Trail and a myriad of bridleways and footpaths. Ashbourne is 2 miles away and Carsington Water with its nature trail is 4 miles away. Buxton, Haddon Hall, Chatsworth House and Alton Towers are all within 16 miles. Golf nearby. Shop 2 miles, PO ¾ mile, pub 1 mile. accommodate up to 10 guests, with Swallow cottage sleeping up to six guests.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Dogs only.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
I am sorry. I do not accept cats. As I have soft furnishings and I know cats like to scratch!!

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Ashbourne

Located in Ashbourne, this holiday home is in a rural area. Tissington Hall and The Old Manor are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ashbourne Golf Club and Wild Park Derbyshire. Alton Towers and Ashbourne Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Thorpe, ENG

What's nearby

  • Peak District National Park - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Edward and Vintage - 8 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Dovedale National Nature Reserve - 13 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Alton Towers - 22 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Chatsworth House - 41 min drive - 42.1 km

Getting around

  • Belper Station - 24 min drive
  • East Midlands Airport (EMA) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Smiths Tavern - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Callow Hall Country House Hotel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Old Dog - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Birds - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Owl Barn conversion at Dove Mount Farm spend Lane Thorpe Ashbourne DE6 2AR <br> pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Owl Barn conversion at Dove Mount Farm spend Lane Thorpe Ashbourne DE6 2AR <br>?

As of 8 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Owl Barn conversion at Dove Mount Farm spend Lane Thorpe Ashbourne DE6 2AR
on 10 Apr 2026 start from AU$201, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Owl Barn conversion at Dove Mount Farm spend Lane Thorpe Ashbourne DE6 2AR <br>?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Owl Barn conversion at Dove Mount Farm spend Lane Thorpe Ashbourne DE6 2AR <br>?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Owl Barn conversion at Dove Mount Farm spend Lane Thorpe Ashbourne DE6 2AR <br>?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Owl Barn conversion at Dove Mount Farm spend Lane Thorpe Ashbourne DE6 2AR <br> located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Peak District National Park, Edward and Vintage and Ashbourne Leisure Centre. Saint Oswald's Church and Ilam Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 24 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a brilliant time here, the cottage is clean and very cosy. Jackie and her husband are very nice people and they made us feel welcome. The area of the cottage is great for walks and the town of Ashbourne is only a walk away, we will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely location. Host was very friendly & informative. owl Barn was a very comfortable & relaxing property , would highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tracey W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Central location

Good location for Alton Towers and the Dales
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Rebecca A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location walking distance to 2 pubs & right on the Tissington trail. Cottage functional but a little tired - felt this was reflected in the price though. Was great for our dog - lovely to have a big field for her to run around in. Jackie very helpful & accommodating. Beds & sofa really comfy. Good weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mostly Nice Stay

It was okay just a few constructive comments, 1 no toilet paper in Brothers toilet, 2 Coffee, Sugar, Tea tins need refilling 3 , Window Sills could have done with a clean apart from these items all was ok and the Host was very pleasant
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fab

Great
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oksana B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable place to stay in lovely countryside

We enjoyed our short stay at the barn. The host Jackie was very friendly and kindly allowed us the use of a field to run the dogs, which we (and they) appreciated very much. There are also lovely walks from the property and Dovedale is only a short drive away. We would definitely return if we are ever up this way again. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely hosts and cute cottage

We had a lovely stay - Jackie was amazing from start to finish (even standing in the road to guide us in when we had a satnav fail) and providing us with loads of tips on the area. We loved the cottage and the location was perfect (as long as you have a car) to explore the entire Peak District. My only regret is not booking longer. I'll definitely be back.
Verified

8/10 Good

Catherine S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Owner was very helpful and communication was good.Accommodation was basic but suited our needs as we were visiting family and only sleeping there really. Had not noticed in the details that there was no washer there, but the owner did offer to wash something for me.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

JUSTIN

Liked: Communication
Fairly clean and tidy with good range of equipment. Good location with easy access to surrounding footpath network, including Tissington Trail. Property is small and movement is quite restricted in the bedrooms. It could also do with some redecoration as it is a bit tired. Host very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Retired holidaymakers

Friendly and welcoming. A clean property as advertised. Ideally situated for walking and visits.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Shena M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, friendly hosts

Based on a farm, Owl barn was a small unit but had everything you needed for your stay(except a hairdryer). The property does need upgrading, in particular the bathrooms and the layout makes space feel tight around the bed in the double room for example. The host Jackie was very friendly and eager to please. We enjoyed the wine and chocolate on arrival and our dog loved to run about in the fields behind the farm after being given permission to do so. The property is next to the lane which requires one to be extra careful with dogs and children. It would be safer if the garden was fenced off maybe? We enjoyed lots of walks from the property and ate out locally.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Kasia

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great communication from Jackie. We are a family of four with a young dog. We were allowed to used the fields outside their house and our dog had the best time of his life running in the meadows. The access to Tissington trail it’s just on the other side of the road. Pub at the end of the lane but you need to drive. Not far from Ilam. We had a great stay. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

aritra r.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Owner double booked and was not reachable

We booked the property and had an email exchange with the owner where they gave check in instructions. On the day before check in I sent an email and got no response. On the day of check in I sent email and had no response. I reached the property around 9.30 PM and no one was there to check us in. It was dark and the place was secluded. Not a good feeling. We decided to check ourselves in and to our surprise another family was already there in the same unit that the owner had rented us. We were traveling with children and by that time we were tired, scared and exhausted. We and the other family tried contacting the owner and they could not be reached. Apparently the owner had booked the same unit through another popular website with dates overlapping with our reservation. This is the worst home stay experience we have ever had. We finally had to pay extra to find another last minute reservation. We are yet to get our full refund. Don’t recommend this property and don’t recommend VrBO UK. I tried contacting them Multiple times with my concerns but they are not helpful, they want me to make an international US phone call instead of them giving a call and help me with the situation. Don’t wish this experience for anyone. Owner later apologized but that came late and was of no use, the fact we could not reach them when we needed their communication the most is a big red flag for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Julie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ashbourne

We had a lovely break away. Comfortable cottage at a reasonable price. Only the two of us so plenty of room.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Friendly welcome to cosy converted barn

Good communication with property owner before and during our stay. Nice and clean welcoming converted barn, ideal for our family of 4. Lovely picturesque location and close to the A515 for exploring north or south of the area. No washing machine or dryer which would be handy given the walking and weather in the area. Really enjoyed our stay and hope to be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely family holiday

Lovely property, excellent location, kind and attentive host. We really enjoyed our stay!
Verified

8/10 Good

suman m.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cottage

Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

We had a lovely break, perfect for walking with the dog
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judith S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Felt like home

Very good location, host and home.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect base for exploring the White Peak

Comfortable barn conversion, friendly helpful host, peaceful location near Dovedale and Tissington Trail, but also Ashbourne amenities not too far away, and nicely placed to explore White Peak - less than 30 min from Bakewell, Buxton, Monsal Trail, Chatsworth - and 5 min from Ilam and Dovedale.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Jenny D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal bolthole for a short visit to The Peak District and Alton Towers

When staying away generally we try not to spend more than £100 per night, so this was a little over our normal budget and probably not such high spec, but it was a last minute decision to go away and we wanted somewhere close by to Alton Towers. Jackie was a lovely welcoming host and the property gave us the space we needed for a two night short break with our children. It was a shame we chose such a wet weekend, but was nice to see the scenery of the Peak District when the sun finally came out on Sunday. Little welcoming touches of fresh eggs, Damson Jam and Gin were much appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Mairi-Anne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Derbyshire

Absolutely as described, in a beautiful part of the world. Lovely welcome gift of homemade damson gin and Jam …. thank you Jackie.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Kelsey W.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Unsatisfied

The house was dirty, blankets smelt like wet dog. No batteries in smoke alarm. General cleaniness was not good.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

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