Florence Nightingale Suites at Lea Hurst

Peter is a brilliant host, felt more like staying with family than a hotel. The house is beautiful and full of history. Plenty to see and do around the house with a few recommended pubs and walks a short drive away.

We were treated so well by the host Jenny, in this historic family manor house. Lovely window alcove seats overlooking garden with beautiful breakfast. Room was large and cosy with lovely views of the large ornate gardens.

Very relaxed atmosphere, friendly welcome. The location was amazing, and the views were stunning.

Lea Hurst is a fantastic place to stay , Quiet and secluded. The house is beautifully restored and the room was superb good views over the countryside,, Jen was a superb host and made us feel welcome in her home. Excellent breakfast and the canal path only 5 minutes walk through the garden. Good location for visiting all of the Peak District. Would highly recommend and can’t wait to return

Our stay at Lea Hurst exceeded our expectations on every level. Peter sent through a very helpful note explaining how to get there, along with some excellent recommendations for walks and places to eat. Jen was a superb host—she went out of her way to make us feel comfortable. Breakfast was superb, and the rooms were beautifully presented, all set against the serene backdrop of the Derbyshire countryside. The house and gardens were extraordinary. What Peter and Jen have achieved here extends far beyond the scope of an outstanding B&B, hotel, or even a family home. Restoring the home of Florence Nightingale in such a historically sensitive and sympathetic manner, as Peter and Jen have done, should indeed be regarded as a philanthropic endeavour—and it deserves to be celebrated. I personally felt privileged to have the opportunity to stay there and could have spent days simply studying the house, the rooms, and the various artefacts. We very much look forward to staying again. Best wishes, The National Tru... I mean, Will and Reet

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I stayed at the Florence Nightingale Suites at Lea Hurst and it was a truly special experience. The house has been beautifully restored by the current owner, staying true to its original character. The suite itself was spacious, comfortable, and full of charm, offering a perfect balance of historical atmosphere and modern comfort. The location is absolutely stunning – set in the heart of the Derbyshire countryside with sweeping views, rolling hills, and a real sense of peace and quiet. It felt like a privilege to stay in such a historically significant place, beautifully brought back to life. A unique and memorable stay – I would wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone looking for somewhere with character, beauty, and tranquillity.

The owners were very kind and friendly and made you feel very welcome. They were extremely knowledgeable about Florence Nightingale, and the house and grounds were beautiful.

Nothing, it was perfect.

Everything! The house is very comfortable, and Jen was a great host. Breakfast was delicious. We learned a lot about Florence and were thrilled to be staying in her home.

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The restoration of the house was made with a tremendous passion for history and respect for Florence Nightingale and Elizabeth Gaskell. Whilst the surroundings seemed like a piece of Heaven, the house itself is a part of history. The hosts, especially Peter, were very friendly and respectful. We are surely aiming to come back here.