Wildhive Callow Hall

Location: Mappleton Rd, Ashbourne, England, DE6 2AA, Ashbourne, GB

Star Rating: 4 Stars

Property Type: Country house

About this Property

Important Information

Policies

Check-in: 03:00 PM - Anytime

Check-out: 11:00 AM

Instructions: Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

Amenities & Facilities

• Meeting rooms
• Full-service spa
• Fitness facilities
• Free WiFi
• 24-hour front desk
• Terrace
• Garden
• Luggage storage
• Concierge service
• Wheelchair accessible
• Fitness facilities
• Hiking/biking trails nearby
• Breakfast available (surcharge)
• Safe-deposit box at front desk
• Multilingual staff
• Mountain biking nearby
• Full-service spa
• Internet access in public areas - high speed
• Meeting rooms
• Smoke-free property
• Wedding services
• Free self parking
• Banquet hall
• Wheelchair-accessible spa
• Wheelchair-accessible pool
• Food and water bowls
• Bicycle parking available
• Bicycle cleaning area

Rooms Available

• Lovely Double

  1 King Bed

  Overlooking the garden

  
  

  Layout - Bedroom

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

  Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, room service (limited hours), and free bottled water

  Sleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and slippers

  Practical - Iron/ironing board, safe, and phone; rollaway beds (surcharge) available on request

  Comfort - Daily housekeeping and heating

  Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Bottle of water
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Premium bedding
  • Free WiFi
  • Separate bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Local maps
  • Guidebooks or recommendations

• Cosy Double

  1 Queen Bed

  Individually furnished room

  
  

  Layout - Bedroom

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

  Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, room service (limited hours), and free bottled water

  Sleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and slippers

  Practical - Safe, phone, and iron/ironing board (on request)

  Comfort - Daily housekeeping and heating

  Need to Know - No rollaway/extra beds available

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Bottle of water
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Premium bedding
  • Free WiFi
  • No rollaway/extra beds
  • Separate bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Local maps
  • Guidebooks or recommendations

• Superior Cabin

  1 King Bed

  Deck/patio with garden views

  
  

  Layout - Separate sitting area

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

  Food & Drink - Kitchenette with microwave, cookware/dishware, coffee/tea maker, and electric kettle

  Sleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and slippers

  Practical - Desk, safe, and phone

  Comfort - Daily housekeeping and heating

  Need to Know - No rollaway/extra beds available

  Non-Smoking, pet friendly

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Hair dryer
  • Kitchenette
  • Bathrobe
  • Desk
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Toaster
  • Bottle of water
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Premium bedding
  • Separate sitting area
  • Free WiFi
  • No rollaway/extra beds
  • Separate bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Local maps
  • Guidebooks or recommendations
  • Deck or patio

• Deluxe Tree House

  1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

  Deck/patio with garden views

  
  

  Layout - 2 bedrooms, living room, and sitting area

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

  Food & Drink - Kitchenette with microwave, cookware/dishware, coffee/tea maker, and electric kettle

  Sleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and slippers

  Practical - Desk, safe, and phone; rollaway beds (surcharge) available on request

  Comfort - Daily housekeeping and heating

  Non-Smoking, pet friendly

  Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Hair dryer
  • Kitchenette
  • Bathrobe
  • Desk
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Toaster
  • Bottle of water
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Premium bedding
  • Separate sitting area
  • Free WiFi
  • Separate bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Local maps
  • Guidebooks or recommendations
  • Deck or patio

• Fabulous

  1 King Bed

  Overlooking the garden

  
  

  Layout - Bedroom

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

  Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, room service (limited hours), and free bottled water

  Sleep - Premium bedding and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and slippers

  Practical - Iron/ironing board, safe, and phone

  Comfort - Daily housekeeping and heating

  Need to Know - No rollaway/extra beds available

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Bottle of water
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Premium bedding
  • Free WiFi
  • No rollaway/extra beds
  • Separate bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Local maps
  • Guidebooks or recommendations

Guest Reviews

• Travel11750257310 (10/5): PERFECTION! - Cannot recommend Callow Hall enough. We went there for a few days after getting married to celebrate, and it was absolutely perfect. We stayed in one of the treehouses and loved it, the room was so cosy and warm, and had everything we needed. It was peaceful and quiet, and was lovely to sit on the balcony staring into the countryside. Breakfast hamper was fantastic as well, would recommend! The staff were all fantastic and lovely throughout, they literally couldn’t do enough - from taking us to our Treehouse in a buggy, coming up to deliver food multiple times (the pizza on the room service was 10/10), regularly asking how we were doing - a highlight was I’d run out of decaf coffee pods, next thing you know 6 have appeared in the room. We took advantage of the free bikes to go along the Tissington trail which was great fun. The dinner in the restaurant was exquisite, every part of it was perfect - it was worth every penny. We will absolutely be going back, thank you for making our time so magical.
• Q7591HOkayr (10/5): Delicious Sunday Lunch with amazing views - Recently visited Callow Hall for a family Sunday lunch. The food was delicious and the staff were extremely attentive and friendly. I really appreciated the environmental touches including the ingenious use of old menus as napkin rings - such a great idea. The views are amazing and the grounds perfect for a nice stroll after our lunch. Would highly recommend.
• L8453QUannaf (10/5): Dream wedding, thank you Dana! - We honestly cannot recommend Dana and Wildhive Callow Hall highly enough. Our wedding was quite literally the best day of our lives. From the very beginning and all the way through to the wedding itself, Dana’s attention to detail, calm professionalism and sheer ability to keep everything running beautifully were incredible. We still do not quite know how she does it all, but she is an absolute powerhouse. What made Dana so exceptional was the way she brought our vision to life while making the whole process feel effortless. She was always there with thoughtful advice when we needed it, but never in a way that felt pushy. No ask ever felt too big, and no detail was ever too small to matter. She made us feel so reassured throughout the whole process, and everything came together even more beautifully than we could have imagined. The staff on the day were also wonderful and played such a huge part in making everything feel so special. They were warm, thoughtful and so generous in the way they looked after everyone. They created such a lovely atmosphere for us and our guests, and really helped make the whole day feel relaxed, special and unforgettable. We also really appreciated how well the wedding package was structured, which made the planning process feel so much easier than we expected. Honestly, we still cannot quite believe the value for money for everything that was included. The whole experience felt elegant, seamless and far beyond what we could have imagined. Wildhive Callow Hall was already a very special place to us because we got engaged there, but after our wedding it will always mean even more. It exceeded every hope we had for the day, and we are so grateful to Dana and the whole team for giving us the most perfect wedding we could have wished for.
• KimRickards22 (10/5): Great experience - Beautiful location and great food! Staff were very friendly and welcoming!
• Cayley_Rickards (10/5): Lunch at Callow Hall - My family and me came to Callow Hall for lunch and it was a lovely experience. The food was delicious and we had a beautiful view of hills from our table. The staff were attentive and friendly. It was perfect for a family lunch, and we will defiantly be coming back.
• F9389NCmiker (10/5): A wonderful Sunday lunch - Had a lovely time at Callow Hall, I went with my family for Sunday lunch which was excellent. The quality of the food and service was first class and the setting and grounds were wonderful to help walk off the generous portions. I would highly recommend.
• GrandTour609547 (6/5): Ok but should be better for the price. - Lunch in the restaurant a treat for a special occasion. First the positives. Beautiful setting and the food (we had a 3 course meal) was faultless and imaginative. Now the negatives. The wine is overpriced eg.£64 for a bottle of Pinot Grigio. The service was pretty graceless and it felt almost as if we were an inconvenience rather than a valued customer. The waitress got things wrong more than once and the barman who also serves to table barely bothered to speak when bringing over drinks. The prices are high end but unfortunately other than in the quality of it's food this restaurant hasn’t quite reached those standards yet. If you’re happy to pay high prices for good food and you aren’t concerned about standards of service and attention to detail this place is fine. Otherwise there are better Peak District options for the same price tag.
• Findingneel (6/5): Beautiful Setting in the Peaks, let down by breakfast. - We booked a Lovely Double room over the Valentines weekend at Callow Hall and could not be more excited to spend a few days relaxing in the Peaks. We arrived after a long drive from London to be welcomed by friendly staff and a warm fire in the main lobby. Our room was huge (compared to our tiny London apartment), as was the super King size bed. We were so pleased to have booked a room in the Lodge rather than one of the wild hives as the weather was miserable all weekend. It made for the perfect cosy start to our weekend. The following day we went down to the main restaurant for breakfast. This is where I would say Callow Hall has made some poor decisions. Firstly our room cost over £350 per night. One would expect breakfast to be included in that price. Unfortunately it wasn’t and there wasn’t an option to include it when booking the room. (Perhaps I missed it) Secondly the prices were on par with some of our favourite brunch places in london but the execution and overall finesse was lacking. It took 10 minutes for our coffee to arrive. We ordered the avocado toast with poached eggs. It was frankly poor on all fronts. The toast wasn’t particularly flavourful. The avocado was obviously blended into a puree and came on the side! We also ordered the overnight oats. A cheap ingredient. But the size of the dish was so small I could have eaten two! Callow Hall - some friendly advice. If this is the standard you serve for breakfast, it should be included in the price of the room. Not good enough. If you’re looking for a superior breakfast with excellent coffee and amazing ingredients, head over to The Bear in Ashbourne. Back to the positive. My partner had an amazing massage later that evening in the Coach House. She said it was one of the best she’d had so credit to the staff there. There is also EV charging on site which is great for electric car drivers like us. We also had dinner in the restaurant that very evening. Expecting the same rubbish that came out of the kitchen in the morning we braced ourselves. Instead the food was excellent! I ordered the venison chops and my partner ordered the fish! Really lovely meal and I could not fault it. Beautifully prepared and excellent service. The wine list was excellent too. The desserts were interesting. The sticky toffee pudding was over complicated, I particularly did not enjoy the toffee sauce. I did like the addition of pears however. The tarte de tatin was ok too. My final thoughts. Callow hall is a relaxing and peaceful place to spend a few luxurious days near some amazing hiking trails. The staff are friendly and accommodating. It’s let down by the breakfast. Also they should perhaps have a word with the farm opposite as they had several St George’s flags flying on the road leading up to the hotel. As a person of colour born and raised in Derbyshire, now living in London, it feels like I’m no longer welcome in the beautiful county I was raised in. Overall score, a solid 7.8/10.
• PHale82 (2/5): Beautiful stay overshadowed by disappointing handling of a lost item and no response from senior management - We recently stayed at Wildhive Callow Hall and, in many ways, it was a truly lovely experience. The setting is stunning, the property itself is beautifully done, and during our stay the atmosphere and service were exactly what you would hope for from a hotel of this standard. Unfortunately, everything that followed after we returned home has left us extremely disappointed. A small, knitted fox belonging to my nine-year-old daughter was accidentally left behind in our room. It has no monetary value, but it is her comfort item which she has had since birth and is emotionally irreplaceable. Losing it has had a genuine impact on her. What has concerned me most is not simply that the item has not been returned, but the apparent lack of a clear, auditable lost-property process. At no point have we been given confidence that there is a robust system in place for logging, safeguarding and tracing guests’ belongings once they are found. I deliberately chose not to raise this publicly at first. Instead, I wrote – twice – directly to the Managing Director in good faith (after raising the issue in numerous emails to the General Manager) asking for: • An explanation of the lost-property procedures • Where the process failed in this instance • What steps had been put in place to ensure accountability going forward I did this because we genuinely enjoyed our stay and hoped to return in the future. To date, I have not even received the courtesy of an acknowledgement, let alone a response. For a hotel that presents itself at the luxury end of the market, the absence of any reply from senior management is both surprising and disappointing. Hospitality is built on trust, and when something goes wrong it is the response that defines the standard of the establishment. Had this been an item of significant financial value, the lack of a transparent audit trail would have been a far more serious matter. Guests should be able to feel confident that anything left behind will be properly recorded, securely stored and traceable through the return process. It is such a shame to be writing this, because our actual stay was wonderful. However, the way this has been handled afterwards and the complete silence from leadership has fundamentally changed how we view the experience. I am still hopeful that someone from the senior team will have the courtesy to respond and address the concerns raised.
• Mrs-Barnsley (10/5): A break to remember - We stayed in a treehouse for a couple of nights and it was incredible! What a treat! The treehouses are amazing! Fully equipped kitchen, cozy living room, comfy double and twin room and two bathrooms. A bed, toy, towel and bowls were provided for our dog. We had delicious pizza and fries delivered on the first night and ate in The Garden Room restaurant the second night. We walked down for breakfast both mornings. You can ask to eat in the lounge so your dog can join you, as they can’t go in main restaurant. The food is expensive but absolutely delicious. The service was friendly and efficient. We also had massages at the courtyard, which were excellent. Plenty to do in the locality - recommend walks around Dovedale. Special shout out to Dup, a wonderful South African gent, who was the hotel porter and was so friendly and helpful and helped make our stay extra special. Would love to return.
• CRAJ (10/5): Daughter's Wedding - We have just held our daughter's wedding at Callow Hall. The location and accommodation are lovely and the shared rooms are varied, with plenty of choice for our guests to enjoy, some with cosy log fires - just perfect for a winter wedding. The staff without exception were friendly and helpful, definitely happy to go the extra mile. Special mention must go to the Wedding and Event Manager Dana, whose organisational and planning skills were obvious and her 'nothing too much trouble' approach really helped make the day so special. Thank you Dana and all the team at Callow.
• teresapH6542CI (10/5): Wonderful experience from start to finish. - Wonderful experience. Sunday lunch was excellent and very filling! Room was wonderful, as was the charcuterie board in the evening and breakfast. Really admire the ethical and environmental emphasis here.
• DGMLC (6/5): Frustrating - so much potential - We had a nice stay, the building and setting is lovely. It just lacked attention to detail to make this really worth the money it is. For clarity: - little things in the room like only one glass for water, conditioner not filled up in the shower - the tv turned itself on every 5 minutes and the cold tap was sending out hot water But the restaurant is what really lets this place down. Firstly we were offered 6.45 or 8.30 bookings, so took 6.45. When we went to the restaurant at 6.45 we were told our booking was actually 7.45. We had our starters before we had our drinks, it took 25 minutes for them to come from us sitting down. I had ribeye steak and requested medium rare- it came and was rare - very rare. Didn’t want to send it back as my wife would then have had to eat her food alone or wait for me and eat it cold. The ‘February’ menu had two different versions, meaning it had different desserts on it from when we first looked, to when we were given menus again after dessert. We had to ask for dessert menus as no one offered us them. This is a costly restaurant with a high service charge - and frankly it’s not at the point of warranting those prices yet. Walking into breakfast we were told to find our own table. There were 7/8 empty, but only two clean. There was dirty plates and cups and glasses everywhere. The room was comfortable and the setting is lovely, but it’s frustrating that the basics just weren’t nailed at all. We get limited time to go away (due to needing childcare) and it felt for the money a disappointing weekend we’ll not see the benefit of the spend of now.
• johntH9024QE (10/5): A rare gem - There’s something special here. There are lots of hotels in manor houses, and many are more expensive (and, to be fair, cheaper). But what they’ve done here is to add small touch after small touch that adds up to more than the sum of its parts. The food is wonderful, but the attention to detail on the service is quite special. The staff (of which there are - unusually- plenty) are wonderful - both professional and proud of going the extra mile. They all feel like individuals who care and to whom warmth comes entirely naturally. The situation is beautiful, the house stunning, there are log fires, the beds are SUMPTUOUS, and many other details best experienced for oneself. I thought this on my first visit. This is my second, and the experience is identical. Very well done.
• AndreaQ405 (8/5): A lovely stay but could be better - Arrived at Callow Hall and was blown away by its beauty upon arrival. I love decor that is in keeping and it didn’t disappoint including the Christmas decorations which were natural and authentic. Staff were very courteous and friendly and we took the time to have a coffee in the library whilst we waited for our accommodation. A lovely gentlemen took us in a buggy to our hive “Buttercup” Be aware the buggy ride is not for the faint hearted. My partner sat on the open back seat holding onto a rail on a bumpy road. Myself with a bad back in the front - probably should have mentioned it but didn’t want to make a fuss and this is part of the experience after all. The hive was a little smaller than we imagined and for over £400 a night we felt maybe a couple of snacks and breakfast would be included. We have stayed in similar places and got a lot more for our money. All in all it was comfortable and warm and we were cosy. Some instructions for tv and coffee machine would have been helpful as neither of us could connect to our subscriptions to get a film or work the coffee machine. We booked dinner in the restaurant and although it was nice it wasn’t outstanding for the prices charged. We are massive foodies and eat in many restaurants. Price is not an issue as long as the food lives up. Small Pointers like hot plates especially when serving micro veg and small purées would keep the food warm. Like I say it was good with lovely service just not outstanding and quite expensive. We would come again and sample one of the rooms as the place was lovely and we especially liked the areas you can sit and relax in. With a few tweaks it could be better giving a better experience and value for money.
• Charlotte2828 (8/5): Lovely Christmas stay - Lovely hotel in a beautiful location. Visited as a couple just before Christmas and it was decorated beautifully with lovely roaring fires and sofa areas with games to enjoy. Had a relaxing 2 night stay in a Cosy room which worked well for a short break. Nice touches of filtered water and fresh milk and lovely toiletries in the room. Staff were friendly and helpful. We ate at the restaurant both nights and the food is nice but quite expensive (which isn’t unusual for a high end hotel!). Would definitely return!
• Tommybach82 (6/5): Not great - Not great. Lovely location. Not been since the added conservatory on the back. Service was pretty poor considering the price and quality of the venue. No-one came to our table once food served, noone asked how we were getting on, has staff meeting and redressed the whole dining room in front of us, without asking once if we needed anything. £15 for a mulled wine I could drink (never left a drink before) due to over seasoning with cloves. £17 for a spritz drink for my wife which lacked any kind of flavour. Wish we'd gone elsewhere for my wife's birthday treat with family. Expected a much better experience than we received, especially for the money we spent. Chalk and cheese with the venue we went for breakfast at back nearer home in Rowsley. Much better options available locally. Overall, disappointing
• IsleofIslay (6/5): Could be wonderful. - Gorgeous location. Went with a group of friends The food was not great. Service in the restaurant could have been better Attention to detail sadly lacking. Not overly welcoming staff. Other than an older gentleman porter and the lovely Alex who was amazing! He saved the weekend for us. Very helpful and gave us a guided tour around the ‘hives’ An incident at breakfast where hot coffee was spilt on a friend was not handled in a professional manner. We were all concerned, quite rightly, about the young member of staff, but not one member of the senior team asked how our friend was . She had hot coffee on her arm and all over her coat. Fortunately she suffered no ill effects All this said. It is a beautiful location, and with a few small tweaks to staff training it could be wonderful
• S7206CXjohnt (10/5): A perfect Afternoon Tea…Highly recommended….. - Yet another perfect visit to this island of warmth, calm and friendlyness in such a beautiful setting, this time for an Afternoon Tea, think this is our fourth visit since our daughter and son-in- laws exclusive wedding here back in October 22. Greeted as soon as we entered the main door under the large Xmas tree on the balcony above, welcomed into the Garden room and seated straight away even though we were a little early, such a great selection, first a glass each of bubbly, always a good start, then super sandwiches with loads of tasty fillings, four each, then tea with two types of scones, homemade jam,cream and a wonderful lemon curd….so fresh. Then another pot of tea and a selection of four desert cakes each, again clearly fresh and homemade! The table in the window is such a calm setting overlooking the timeless country view, calming on its own, the staff all had time to explain each course and to chat, as we always do, it was great to see Adrian again and to learn of the new hotel project at Eshott Hall near Morpeth up north, opening next year, definitely on our to do list! Thank you to all the staff, both front and back of house, for making our afternoon visit so perfect and pleasant as usual. Sorry we missed you Jeremy. Hope to see you all again next year. Have a great Christmas and New Year. Kind regards John and Ines
• Midlandstravel (4/5): Awful across the board - Business dinner, had pre ordered from a excellent looking menu. Everything under delivered. The initial welcome, if that's what you'd call it, made us feel like an inconvenience. Finally sat at the table, service was cold, slow at times, not particularly professional in its manner. Food was full of errors and disappointments. Mallard was 5 tiny slices of fridge cold meat, cold beetroot, couple of blackberries, a drizzle of... something tasteless. Not a hint of seasoning, which is unforgivable. Guinea fowl was a dry roulade, well an attempt, as next to no stuffing inside. Couple of carrots and salsify, sauce was good thankfully to get the bird down, a fowl that had died in vain. Rum Baba, again fridge cold, shame as it masked the rum, an excellent brand I enjoy from White peak. Accompanied by lumpy cheese tasting 'Chantilly' either very old, or over whipped, no matter, it was disgusting. Was mentioned by colleagues that the medium rare steaks were over cooked, meat quality poor, honestly looked like it had been defrosted. £70 a head, so didn't raise anything as not paid by myself personally, but an embarrassing showing at that price point, and certainly not one I'll ever return to, shame, as dining room was nice
• jmmsb460 (10/5): Perfect spot - An excellent spot for couples and families alike. We absolutely loved staying in our Hide which was a really special experience. An easy walk to and from the main house but the option of the golf buggies were excellent. Our dog was spoilt rotten and we were able to bring her to all of the rooms in the main house apart from the restaurant. Wonderful to have so many different rooms to relax in. The food in the restaurant was top notch for our dinner there. We would love to come back one day.
• Cosmicdiva (10/5): Classy country house hotel, beautiful Peak District location and perfect for a special occasion for couples or families. - Top notch place - lovely vibe, superb service. Our ‘cosy room’ was indeed cosy but good value and the roominess of everywhere else more than made to for it. The spa facility needs a bit of fine tuning but that was not important as everything else was 110%
• W1627PWlindat (10/5): Wonderful celebration stay in peaceful surroundings, with great walking on doorstep. - We had the most wonderful stay here. We were celebrating our 40th Wedding anniversary with family. We booked through Dana at the events team at Callow Hall. Nothing was too much trouble. She arranged for us to have one of the small function rooms - The Library - which was lovely. Made the evening very special and intimate. The food and service was excellent. Enjoyed our buggy rides up to our 'Hive'. The log cabins are brilliant. The rooms in the hotel were great too. All very luxurious and cosy. The toiletries are amazing too. Thank you to all the team at Callow Hall, you made our stay very special.
• Culture41145364102 (8/5): Beautiful food, very poor service. - We came here for dinner. The restaurant itself is gorgeous and the food was beautiful- could not fault it and would definitely recommend. The service however, was poor. No one offered to take my long coat, which surprised me at this calibre of place, I had to go out my way to find somewhere to hang it. Service was very very slow, our after dinner coffees were stone cold. Unfortunately the service let the experience down. When you’re paying so much for a dinner I would expect the waiting staff to be a bit more attentive and to not have to wait 45mins for a coffee and another 30mins for the bill. Apart from that it was perfect.
• TrevorB790 (8/5): Great hotel in beautiful setting - Recently paid a visit to this hotel and had an excellent experience.The setting for this hotel is really what sets it aside from many others. Surrounded by countryside and green spaces the setting couldn't be better. There is a complete contrast between the old hotel building and the new glass extension which houses the eating space. Sat in the dining room having breakfast overlooking the countryside,very relaxing. Our room was good and had everything that we needed. We only ate breakfast in the hotel and that was one of the nicest tasting fry-ups I've had. The car park is a fair walk from the hotel. There are buggies to transport you but unfortunately we weren't offered one. If you want a relaxing experience in this area then this hotel will take some beating. Keep up the good work.
• dansU8526MT (8/5): Lovely stay - Aesthetics were fantastic, great setting & lovely surrounding walks. Few pointers to stop it from getting an ‘Excellent’ review….no dog bed or hair dryer and reception could be a little more helpful. All in all staff were very friendly, Alex (porter) really stood out and couldn’t do enough for us, and for a young lad his customer service was impeccable. Unfortunately reception were slightly behind him on the service side, not much information given and no mention of how our stay had been the morning after. We will definitely return in summer for another stay.
• L8351MPjohnw (10/5): Excellent stay in tranquil luxury. - My wife and I stayed in Thistle, one of the hives, for dinner bed and breakfast as a birthday treat from our family. Although we live not far from Callow we have wanted to stay in one of the hives and we were not disappointed. Peaceful, tranquil and quaint luxury, full of autumn light and blackbird song, an absolute joy. Restaurant service was altogether excellent with a special mention to Debs, Grace and Dave who made us feel completely at home. The meals were as good as it gets, delicious. From the buggy ride to the hive fro Andrew through to our reluctant departure next day an altogether memorable stay.
• Kieron (10/5): - Beautiful hotel and service
• X7618IBheatherh (10/5): A meal fit for a king - Stunning location and a warm welcome from the staff. Beautiful dining room all colour co ordinated The menu had a great choice. My daughter is vegan so we needed there to be adequate choices for her. The chef was happy to accomadate her wishes. The food was tasty and exciting. The cocktails were amazing. This place gave us such a great experience and exceeded our expectations It’s definitely a place that we will revisit. The lady that served was very efficient and knowledgeable. She gave great service and was very easy to talk to. All in all it was a fabulous place.
• WhoyagonabeKatie (8/5): Beautiful building, beautiful food, could try harder - Callow Hall is a wonderful building with lots of different places to sit in, not that people used these when we were there. Food was outstanding, expensive, but very nice. I don’t agree with paying for things that usually come as standard at 4/5 star establishments, fruit juice, fruit, yoghurt, pastries at breakfast for example. These should be within the price and I don’t understand why you have to pay separately for breakfast, there should be an option for it to be part of the booking, even if it was £30 more. Although Callow Hall is a beautiful building, it does need some TLC in places, our room had mould in the shower, the bath and shower bottles were dirty and our window didn’t close, possibly to be expected from an old building, but not at this standard of hotel. I felt I had to pay for everything and had to be on my guard with what I had to pay for, this standard of hotel you usually get a few treats at least! We recently stayed at The Fish Hotel in the Cotswolds, which I felt was more welcoming, more relaxed and I felt special there (similar price, if not more expensive). I would suggest the General Manager or Owner visits their Boot/Map room and should aim to replicate this. I won’t comment on the rude couple that told me off for not locking the Map room door when it should be open and accessible to guests, not seen as their own private lock up. As I said, visit The Boot room at The Fish. Overall, beautiful building, lovely food, just not the best value for what you get or how you feel when you’re there.
• P3896BQdenised (10/5): WOW!!!!!! - We have just stayed at Wildhive and I can honestly say it was one of the best hotels we have ever stayed in!! We booked one of the two "Fabulous" rooms (room 2) and it was beautiful. The bed and pillows were sooooo comfy I didn't want to get up in the morning! The place is so tranquil, peaceful and relaxing in the gorgeous Derbyshirecountryside. I had a couple of treatments which were absolutely divine!! Two and a half hours of pampering was wonderful. We ate lunch, dinner and breakfast here - at first I wasn't sure about the menu choices but all the food was exceptional. My husband had fillet steak and I had the celeriac steak along with side dishes for dinner and it was all delicious. In the morning we had the full breakfasts - mine was the veggie one and the veggie sausages are the best I've ever had in a hotel!! All of the staff were so friendly and are a credit to the hotel. It's a little on the pricey side but you absolutely get what you pay for and that is pure class in this hotel!! We will definitely be back!!
• Dream690442 (10/5): Perfect Country House Hotel. - A wonderful short break in this beautiful country house hotel just outside Ashbourne at the southern tip of the Peak District. We stayed in one of their Hives in the woods and it was charming. Beautifully furnished and well equipped with lovely views from our own terrace - it was perfect. The main hotel building has been delightfully refurbished with the addition of a modern and stylish dining room. We had dinner here and the food was terrific. It was interesting, tasty and well presented and served by pleasant and efficient staff. For a small additional cost we also took advantage of the breakfast box which was delivered to the hive in the morning. All the staff that we met at Callow Hall were outstanding - friendly, pleasant and helpful. Thoroughly recommended.
• ChelcieM (10/5): Amazing stay at Wildhive Callow Hall - We had such an amazing 2 nights at Wildhive Callow hall! We booked a room in the house and it was amazing so spacious, bed was huge and comfy & very clean. Only thing missing was a bath and a mini fridge but had everything else you could need. We ate at the restaurant both nights and the staff were great, so accommodating and slightly changed a few meals for us. Food was delicious. Breakfast was also great with lots of choice. Also a few nice spots to have a drink & relax in other rooms in the house. I also had a pregnancy massage during my stay and it was amazing. Very relaxing and value for money. Only downside is that we wanted to use bikes for a few hours one morning but were told they were booked for the full day, this wasn’t made clear when we checked in and sadly therefore couldn’t use them even though they weren’t currently in use. We will definitely be returning and will book a treehouse next time as these looked great!
• Companion30058007190 (10/5): Amazing and luxurious with lovely staff - We had the most wonderful stay in one of the treehouses! From the moment we arrived, the staff couldn’t do enough for us (and our dog!). It’s extremely pet friendly, with only the restaurant being off-limits, but we sat outside by the fire pits instead and even enjoyed a DJ set which made the evening feel really special. The treehouse was cosy and beautifully set up, complete with a blanket, bed and ball for our dog. The bed was incredibly comfortable—I had the best night’s sleep. The buggy drivers were so helpful, always happy to run us back and forth, and the breakfast hamper was delicious and great value. In the evening we had pizzas and chips delivered straight to the treehouse, which was perfect. Everything about our stay was spot on—it couldn’t have been any better. Highly recommend!
• eveeR2625UR (10/5): Amazing experience - We had such a wonderful time here! The location is absolutely beautiful, the food and drinks were fantastic, and the staff even surprised my boyfriend with a birthday plate, which made the evening extra special. Everything about the atmosphere was lovely and welcoming. The only small disappointment was when we called earlier in the day to see if we could move our booking forward — we were told they were fully booked. However, when we arrived, it turned out there were only two tables occupied, including ours. It didn’t take away from how great the night was overall, but worth noting. All in all, we had an amazing experience and would definitely recommend
• Bigverny (6/5): Lovely hotel but totally over priced restaurant and sloppy service. - Callow Hall is a beautiful hotel but the restaurant is totally over priced and way above it's station. Most of our main course food was over cooked (monkfish, wagu beef burger and plaice) and at £30 or more per dish, it was shocking. They knocked off 10% off each of the 3 over cooked dishes, but that was also poor and too little considering. I am also allergic to feathers and wrote to the hotel before our stay to ask that no feathers were in our room. I woke in the early morning wheezing as they had left 6 large cushions around the room stuffed with feathers. So all in al, lovely place to stay but the restaurant and sloppy service let them down.
• Destination597968 (4/5): Disappointing Sunday lunch - Based upon recommendation my wife and I booked for Sunday lunch at 2:30 PM. Upon arrival we were Informed that there was only one portion of roast beef left which was somewhat surprising for such an establishment. Whilst the roast beef was very good the crab soufflé starter was very poor and the Yorkshire pudding accompaniment was hard and tasteless. My wife ordered the swordfish which again was merely mediocre. We eat out regularly at a range of restaurants and have a very good account of both good food and good value. The bill was not in any way correlated to the quality of the food. The waitress service was exceptionally good except for prompt delivery of mustard and horseradish sauce.
• susanbE3614DK (10/5): Outstanding - Staff and Hotel were welcoming and friendly. Room was extremely clean and comfortable very luxurious in my opinion. Restaurant was air conditioned and the food and staff 10 out of 10. Very attentive and friendly great service. The location was absolutely beautiful and the building itself was gorgeous had a real homely feel to it. The beds are so comfortable great night's sleep. Would highly recommend for anyone as there were families there too.
• johnhp702 (10/5): Heavenly Hive Hideaway - What a fabulous relaxing way to spend some time, we stayed in the Thistle Hive it was heavenly. From when you arrive at Callow Hall it is so relaxing, staff are so welcoming and friendly and always available if you need anything. You then journey into the woods to your Hive for what is fabulous experience. The Hives have everything that you could need, such a wonderful way to spend some time, you feel that you are part of the woods. Staff are always on hand if the walk down to the Hall is too much for you or better still if the walk back to your Hive seems long after a few drinks. We had such a good nights sleep the bed was so comfortable and being in the woods it is so quiet. Thank you to Oliver and Adrien and the rest of the staff for looking after us whilst we stayed in this wonderful environment.
• Holly768 (8/5): A secluded hideaway... - A short drive from Ashbourne/country road walk away. First impressions? A gorgeous tree lined drive to the car park. It's a shame the car park is loose stones and not tarmac/similar. Short walk up hill to the hotel. The reception desk is not obvious, it does look like a hotel guest had left their laptop in a snug room. Pleasant welcome, then a golf buggy ride to our hive. These you can request whenever you need with a little notice. The hive itself has gorgeous views over the countryside. Only thing that spoilt it was the shipping container that was covered in fake leaves to hide it. Also we got given the hive where everyone else had to walk past on the path to the side, the lights would keep you awake if you didn't close the bathroom door. Complimentary Kendal mint cake and biscuits but no crisps as it mentioned in the welcome pack. Soft mattress and comfy bed, TV, microwave, Nespresso machine, fresh milk in fridge and water. A little bit like a tardis as lots of space. More hangers are definitely needed though. The bathroom is where it needs a bit of maintenance. The grouting needs doing in the shower and the floor looks like it needs replacing. It was a relaxing stay, good service and clean. I just think if the above were fixed and a reduced price breakfast for guests it would be worth the price per night.
• annetteh609 (8/5): Stunning views and treetop experience - Wonderful experience staying in one of the “hives” would give. 4 1/2 out of 5 tbh. The treehouse was cute with everything you could need for a short stay. Beautifully decorated and a novel experience. Only downside was it was very hot at night and didn’t want to open the windows because of midges could do with some window screens or air con/fan. Was nice to be up in the trees but missed the stunning view from the restaurant. Restaurant menu was a bit over fussy and expensive but staff were lovely especially the young guy who gave us directions into town. Although we didn’t use the spa facilities it was good to know they were there. Garden could do with looking after as the Manor House is stunning. A lovely stay would highly recommend
• Jet07436728915 (10/5): Staycation in Ashbourne - Stayed 2 nights in a Hive. Great accommodation, great food, friendly staff. Checked into Hive by David who was friendly and knowledgeable of the area. On David’s recommendation walked into Ashbourne, great little town with some wonderful independent businesses.
• Northerlad (10/5): Magical hotel - In almost every respect this is the most glorious of retreats. Set in beautiful countryside theis opulent hotel is just wonderful. We stayed in one of the tree house 'hives' which was everything you could hope for. The front of house staff were really welcoming and the drivers who ferried you to the tree house were also friendly and helpful. We ate in the restaurant and the menu and food was absolutely first class, really very good food. The one thing that let it down was the service which was really slow and very inattentive. I had to actually get out of my seat to speak to a waiter. They also didn't have 2 of the wines we asked for and got the bill wrong. Which is a real shame because I can genuinely say that other than that our stay was perfect.
• Shellfire (10/5): All good. Such a relief! - Having been sorely disappointed by a hotel north of Whitby the night before, we were braced for another. But, no. The moment that we stepped into the hall we knew that things were on the up. Whoever was responsible for the interior design has done a superb job. All the fabrics, chairs, sofas, beds and lamps are of the highest quality and give the whole place a feeling of quiet luxury. Thank God! The staff, although many very young and inexperienced, were all extremely helpful. The view over the valley is excellent and the meal we did have was good - and our pre-dinner margarita was perfect. Alas we were on a flying visit but will definitely return. There is much to explore in the Peak District and this hotel will be our base.
• lisabB1111KM (10/5): Outstanding service in beautiful surroundings - This is our second visit to this beautiful location - nestled in the peak district near the pretty village of Ashbourne and 5 mins walk from the Tissington Trail. This beautiful Manor House is set in peaceful grounds, with hives set into woodland. All staff go above and beyond, but particular mention goes to Shannon who looked after us so well during our stay. Would definitely visit a third time! Looking forward to their new hotel opening too.
• OldMagnum (10/5): Magnificent Mansion House hotel in the beautiful Derbyshire Dales - Beautiful hotel just 100 yards from the start of the Tissington Trail., on the outskirts of Ashbourne. What a fab hotel this is - beautiful old Manor House with a modern glass restaurant with extensive views across the valley and hills opposite. We had Dinner and Breakfast in the restaurant, both very tasty! Superb staff throughout the hotel, everyone we met seemed very professional and friendly. No weak links here! We took our own e-bikes and we were able to charge them overnight ready for our next ride around Carsington Water, also close by. Would recommend this hotel 100% and can’t wait to return.
• maryhP8566RA (10/5): An excellent venue for a celebration. - We took a large family party here for our anniversary celebrations. The Dovedale room and Spencer lounge are excellent for such an event. The venue itself is splendid both inside and out. We were lucky to be there on a beautiful sunny day so, after lunch, were able to make use of the grounds which suit all age ranges. The arrangements were tailored to our needs both beforehand and on the day. The staff were attentive, friendly and helpful, contributing to a very happy day. It wasn't cheap, not something we could do on a regular basis but perfect for a special treat.
• C8186KPrichs (6/5): Adequate - The place and area are wonderful, the room was adequate but the ensuite was tiny, the shower needed a slip mat as i nearly fell over in it and at well over £200 we expected breakfast included, so not value for the money. Food in the restaurant wasn't as good as expected or described very well on the menu, the service again could do with some training as they kept tidying up as my partner was still eating which was irritating not to mention poor etiquette and check when ordering as the prices are high especially the wine. We spent over £450 for one night plus a meal that was adequate at best. Could be alot better. regards rich
• gerberajo (8/5): Fabulous shower - Reception on arrival was efficient and friendly, lovely room, lots of little extras, comfortable and warm, excellent shower which you can put on without even stepping foot in the shower, insuring it’s at the correct temperature before you get in . Can I suggest that housekeeping unroll the blind in the bedroom and give it a hoover. We didn’t eat in the hotel but had some drinks. The lounge we sat in was comfortable with a lovely fire but the lighting is poor in the evening. Overall, a very pleasant stay.
• Freedom01104747182 (6/5): beautiful venue with a few issues - We just had a one night stay here and the hotel is absolutely stunning, upon arrival we were really wowed by the decor in our fabulous room and it was so kind of the staff to leave a birthday balloon. Unfortunately later in the evening when it came to bedtime we opened the covers and found an old zip lock bag of cereal wedged down the mattress from a previous guest which just made me a little bit worried about the standard of cleanliness. Without wanting to make a fuss I had planned to just quietly let them know at checkout but unfortunately the front desk staff were busy on the phone. In the morning I had already prepaid for breakfast on booking but I wasn’t sure how claim this so I asked the waitress in the restaurant for guidance multiple times and gave my room number but we were still given a bill at the end for breakfast which was all a bit uncomfortable. It’s such a shame because before these issues I was so impressed that I had already been looking online to book another night.
• F1556CWjonathand (10/5): out of this world Massage! - Just got back from a lovely relaxing massage in the Coach house. The massage was the best I’ve ever had, it was fantastic by Natalie, really worked out some of my knots and getting into the deep tissue! Beautiful grounds imbedded in nature. Very very relaxing Thank you very much
• Allan (10/5): Chill out in style. - Awesome place. Very relaxing. We will return.
• Susannah (10/5): 5* - Food was incredible. The views were beautiful. The rooms were modern, stylish and cosy. We loved sitting by the fire and the outside sauna!
• Michael (10/5): My recent stay - Very welcoming and small touches were very appreciative. Thank you!
• Verified traveler (8/5): Enjoyable one night treehouse stay - We enjoyed our stay overall - beautiful hotel interior design, especially the stunning modern glass restaurant extension. Staff very welcoming and helpful. Our treehouse was cute but cramped if you can’t use the large terrace in bad weather- a larger bathroom with a bathtub would have been welcome after a long winter walk. Restaurant dinner was nice but bland for our taste as we prefer Middle Eastern/Asian spicy food options. Didn’t have breakfast as it was an extra charge and we weren’t keen on the menu - prefer to choose from a breakfast buffet. Would recommend for a one-night stay in the beautiful Peak District.
• ianwH3248MK (10/5): Callow hall - An amazing Christmas. Everything was perfect. Service, food, staff, cleaning the whole experience was perfect. Highly recommend the hotel and restaurant will return very soon. The concept of the tree house ofer an experience of comfort and quiet quality. The General Manager Jeremy ran a well organised team and a special mention to Dup our Zimbabwe friend
• Wanderer586412 (8/5): Lovely evening away - Beautiful hotel on lovely location, with the little town of Ashbourne walkable. Our room was super, great bed, good bathroom, lots of character, felt like a real treat. It was a little noisy but probably as we were over a private dining too. And I can’t say it especially bothered us. The dining room is a beautiful modern space and the food was good (though mine better than my partner’s) and the cocktails more than passed muster. Such a shame they don’t have a better bar area though. You either sit in the middle if the restaurant which didn’t feel right or in a very oddly appointed sitting room which would have been absolutely cracking with better lighting and a more logical set of furniture/layout.
• elainef578 (10/5): A Wonderful Evening Celebrating with Friends - We visited midweek for an evening meal to celebrate a birthday, and a house sale. The staff were welcoming, attentive, friendly and helpful. The food was outstanding. Perfection on a plate. All in all we had an absolutely wonderful evening and cant wait to go back again.
• L8060EIcarolh (10/5): What a wonderful experience - From the moment we arrived into the hive with the soothing music, warm lighting and smell of the pine to the luggage being collected for us without any hassle it was a wonderful trip. The food was exceptional with the aroma of the dish very noticeable as the food arrived to the table and the flavours were fantastic - my personal favorite was the black cod dish. Loved the local produce and the kitchen garden. Everywhere was spotlessly clean, well presented and the attention to detail everywhere really stood out to make the stay very comfortable and enjoyable. All of the team delivered great customer service, but I think my stand outs this trip were Debs and Dave in the restaurant. You have to try Deb's Immune shot in the morning - it was definitely a great way to start the day. What a great couple of days. Will definitely be back and highly recommend.
• KenA1037 (8/5): Lovely experience in spite of extremely rude member of staff… - Excellent private function with a delicious afternoon tea together with family. We experienced an amazing service provided by a very attentive waitress. Unfortunately this was in stark contrast to the rude and arrogant man questioning my use of the disabled parking (blue badge was correctly displayed)… sorry if I didn’t look disabled enough for this ignorant man!!!
• 464lesleyn (10/5): Away from it all in style - This trip was a convalescence for my husband, and could not have been bettered for total relaxation. Beautiful rooms, fab decor and size. Staff are charming and really seem to like working here, which is always a bonus. The food for breakfast and dinner is top. haven't tried lunch. Great location to explore the area, very handy for the cycling path to Tissington and walk to Ashbourne . I had a massage with the amazing Natalie which almost managed to undo the rock hard muscles that had built up over the last very difficult month. The Coach House is the perfect setting for a treatment. Callow Hall is a discreet, old world, high standard, warm and welcoming place to feel better. We shall be back I hope many times.
• LeedsAnon (10/5): Outstanding every time - I found this through the Times award. We’ve just come back from our 5th stay in 3 years. Can’t believe I’ve not submitted a review yet. I cannot fault CH or its wonderful staff. London quality service, outstanding food, wonderful location and lovely accommodation in the hives and tree houses in the woods. Great mixture of guests too. You can walk into Ashbourne which is a very nice town with lots of restaurants, shops and lovely architecture. Try the Bear for a cool bite to eat. Some lovely walks nearby including Dovedale. Chatsworth not too far away. Nothing like this place north of the Cotswolds. Enjoy!
• Rebbux (10/5): Wonderful lunch - We went for lunch in the restaurant, the menu appealed as it had a selection of game. We had the small plates to start which were really tasty. I had duck for main and it was a lovely, the sauce and celeriac made it well balanced. My husband had the game mixed grill which he thought was delicious. All well presented, service excellent, setting beautiful. Good wine list. Would recommend for a special occasion. We will definitely go back.
• WHC3 (10/5): Worth a Stay - Impressive old stone manse, went in Fall so looked just like the photo with red ivy. Small grounds to walk and see the tree houses. Good.out building with small gym. Parking down the street except for EV with charging near house entry. Restraint was a good meal, staff very attentive. Room was great with bathtub right at windows overlooking the valley. Prefer this manse vice a very similar one in Wales. Easier drive from Cambridge, better eats and nicer rooms.
• Richard (8/5): - Two nights relaxing in Derbyshire countryside.
• Christine (10/5): Gorgeous property & rooms, great restaurant! - Wildhive Callow Hall was a fantastic place to stay with our family on our last night in the UK, and it was one of our favorite hotels of 5 on a 2 week stay in the UK! Situated in the Peak District, the location and property was absolutely stunning. We stayed in the main building, but walked around to the tree houses, which would be so fun and nice with a group for a longer stay. The hotel staff was very friendly and helpful when my father-in-law requested an extra bed sheet, and when we asked to get into their restaurant at the last minute, they moved some things around to accommodate us. The food was a definite highlight - dinner was delicious and breakfast was great the next morning - lots of options presented in a beautiful room and very good food! The rooms and beds were very comfortable and the property is so beautiful. No complaints at all for this lovely hotel. Thank you!
• C (4/5): - Not worth the money. Buzzing sound - possibly air conditioning or kitchen fans? Room was too small for 2 people, bed was too high. Beautiful setting
• Sheridan (10/5): Lovely hotel - A really lovely location. Very comfortable room and friendly staff
• R (10/5): - Just a lovely place to stay. Relaxing and informal but with high standards of comfort and customer care.
• Damian (10/5): Incredible tree house - An incredible 3 days in one of the luxurious treehouses. Facilities were superb, staff were all lovely and accommodating, such a fantastic place for a country break. Dinner & breakfast excellent. Restaurant staff were warm and friendly. Room was clean and well-appointed - copper outside bath was sublime.
• Mark (10/5): - Beautiful accommodation, lovely attentive staff in stunning grounds.
• Pamela (10/5): - A lovely hotel in beautiful surroundings with friendly, helpful staff.
• Michael (10/5): - Lovely property, well thought out, really enjoyed the place and the food.
• Emily (10/5): Beautiful hotel - Beautiful hotel in a stunning location. Love the concept & green initiatives in place. Found the service from reception to be lacking and service in the restaurant became painfully slow after mains, which was disappointing especially given the price point.
• L (10/5): A beautiful and relaxing hotel - We had such a lovely, relaxing trip. We stayed in a room in the main house, which was beautiful, with fabulous views of the countryside. As soon as we arrived we were greeted and made to feel welcome. The fire was roaring in the reception area and the whole ambience was cosy and inviting. We enjoyed walks through the woodland and gardens. The food in the restaurant is fabulous, so I would definitely recommend booking that if you are stopping at the hotel.
• Andrew (10/5): Beautiful hotel - My wife and I spent an idyllic couple of nights in a 'lovely' double (Room 16 - GF) and couldn't have been more comfortable there. The staff were all lovely and helpful, and made us feel welcome in every setting within the hotel. The property is immaculately maintained, and delivered just what we needed for our mini-break. Having bike hire for free was an added bonus, with the local Tissington Trail giving me a perfect way to spend a morning whilst my wife got a massage treatment. The only small knock would be the pricing of breakfast. The full breakfast was actually reasonably priced compared to much worse offerings we've had from budget hotels, but we felt it a bit much to pay £9 for a very small bowl of overnight oats and £8 for granola. With the rooms already being pretty pricey, it would have been nice to get the contintental style options included and only pay a supplement for a cooked/hot breakfast. That small gripe wouldn't be enough to stop us returning for another stay, and we would recommend the hotel to anybody looking for a luxurious couples break.
• Mary (10/5): - Fantastic couple of nights in the Bluebell Hive. First time staying here and looking for an excuse to return. Staff really friendly and down to earth. Main house is great (lovely breakfasts) and hives are fantastic experience.
• Guy (6/5): - Rooms are overpriced for what you get but food and environment are great.
• Verified traveler (8/5): Good but snooty - Good hotel with stunning interiors but a little snooty.
• Helen (10/5): - Treehouses are exceptional

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