Moorish Majesty
26 guests
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11 bedrooms, 15 beds
7.5 bathrooms
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A 14th-century castle on the slopes of Kinder Scout, this villa is as much an experience as it is a place to stay. The oak-framed medieval great hall – where stained-glass coats of arms throw pools of colour across ancient walls – sets an atmosphere few holiday homes can match. Gather in the bar with its flagstone floor, dine alfresco on the hillside terrace, or warm yourselves around one of the many woodburning stoves. Thirty acres of estate come with exclusive access to the Peak District's highest plateau, right on the doorstep.
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What to expect
Highlights

Explore quintessential Derbyshire stone villages full of character and history

Host a celebratory banquet in the historic great hall

Spend sunny afternoons together in the courtyard

Pour evening drinks together in the traditional in-home pub
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Home truths
Several of the king-size beds can be split into twin singles – let your host know your preferred configuration before you arrive.
The castle sits on the slopes of Kinder Scout in a rural Peak District setting – you'll need a car to reach local villages and amenities, and the approach roads can be narrow.
If you're travelling with little ones, a high chair and children's dinnerware are available at the castle.
About this stay
Amenities
Tennis court
Outdoor seating
Wi-fi
Parking available
Garden
Patio / terrace
Fenced property
TV
Bedrooms & bathrooms
11 bedrooms, 15 beds
7.5 bathrooms
Extras
Arranged by your host • Subject to availability
VIP services
Airport pick up
Arrange a chef
Baby sitting
Fridge fills
Laundry and dry cleaning
Massage
Restaurant reservations
Tickets and experience booking
Additional fees
- Speak with your host to organise massages and beauty treatments, wine tours, laundry and dry cleaning, fridge fills, restaurant reservations, airport transfers, and car hire.Cost on request
- If you’re travelling with children, your host can arrange babysitting services – alternatively, a live-in nanny can be arranged at a cost of £475-£670 per week.Cost on request
- Weddings and other special events are allowed with prior approval from your host.Cost on request
Local guide
About The Peak District
The Peak District is England and Wales’ oldest national park, and its varied landscapes are a clue as to why the region was the first to be bestowed with the distinction. The park’s diversity can be appreciated by taking the time to explore both the so-called Dark Peak to the north, where you’ll find acres of moorland stretching out in front of you, and the limestone gorges and valleys of...
Get around
Airport
Manchester
50 min
Liverpool John Lennon
1 hr 27 min
Leeds Bradford
2 hr 1 min
Train station
Chinley
18 min
Bus stop
Hayfield bus station
10 min
Local shops & services
Convenience store
9 min
Cafe
8 min
Pharmacy
8 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
Events possible (with prior approval)
No pets
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival time flexible
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Departure time flexible
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Wifi
No air con
Cancellation policy
Up until
60
days
Cancel at least 60 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 60 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Oliver
This home is managed by a business on behalf of its owner. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Nearly twenty years ago, Oliver and his friend began curating the world's most unique and rustic getaways. Driven by their own unforgettable experience at a chateau, they have grown remarkably since then. Much like Plum, they believe in hand-picked luxury that doesn't break the bank.
This home is nominated for the Plum Guide Award.
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