Self-catering Holiday Accommodation near Carsington Water
Private self-catering accommodation in Derbyshire, near Carsington Water.
Experience Self-catering Accommodation on the Stainsborough Hall Estate
Stainsborough Hall offers self-catering accommodation near Carsington Water, with three distinct ways to stay, depending on your group size and the style of break you are planning. The Hall is our primary large-group option, sleeping up to 20 guests with exclusive use of the house and grounds. The Cottage Collection offers private cottages with shared dining space, and selected cottages are available individually at certain times of year. (The Hall and the Cottage Collection are separate and cannot be booked together). Both options are very popular for birthdays, family celebrations and group getaways in Derbyshire.
Set in the Derbyshire countryside near Carsington Water and the southern edge of the Peak District, Stainsborough Hall offers flexible self-catering stays for families, groups, couples and countryside breaks. Choose from the Main House, the Cottage Collection or individual cottages, depending on your group size and the type of stay you are planning.
Stainsborough Hall
Sleeps up to 20 guests
Exclusive use of the Hall and private grounds
Log-fired hot tub
The Main House at Stainsborough Hall is a spacious self-catering country house near Carsington Water, sleeping up to 20 guests across 10 bedrooms. With generous living spaces, a large dining room, games room, private gardens, access to the estate’s shared tennis court and the option to add a log-fired hot tub, it’s ideal for family gatherings, special birthdays and relaxed group stays in the Derbyshire countryside.
Ideal for: Family gatherings, special celebrations, group getaways, multi-generational stays, hen and stag parties.
The Cottage Collection
Sleeps up to 23 guests
Private cottages with communal dining barn
Log-fired hot tub
The dog-friendly Cottage Collection at Stainsborough Hall offers five self-catering holiday cottages near Carsington Water, sleeping up to 23 guests when booked together. With flexible bedrooms, a shared dining barn, relaxed communal space, access to the estate’s shared tennis court and the option to add a log-fired hot tub, it’s ideal for extended families, walking groups and relaxed countryside gatherings.
Ideal for: Groups wanting a little more privacy, guests with pets, multi-family stays, hen and stag parties
Individual Cottages
Sleeps 4 to 6 guests
Dog-friendly cottages
The individual cottages at Stainsborough Hall offer comfortable self-catering accommodation near Carsington Water for smaller groups, couples and families. Each cottage has its own character and living space, with access to the estate grounds, shared tennis court and wonderful countryside walks nearby. Individual cottages are usually released within a shorter booking window, once larger group bookings have been prioritised.
Ideal for: smaller groups, couples and families, guests with dogs and quieter countryside stays.
Things to do near Carsington Water, Derbyshire
Stainsborough Hall is well placed for exploring Carsington Water, the southern Peak District and the surrounding Derbyshire countryside. Guests can enjoy walking, cycling, waterside views, local pubs, market towns, historic houses and family attractions, all within easy reach of the estate.
The location works particularly well for guests who want a peaceful countryside base with plenty to do nearby. Carsington Water is close by, with routes around the reservoir, places to eat and opportunities to enjoy the surrounding landscape. Wirksworth, Ashbourne, Matlock Bath, Bakewell and Chatsworth are also within reach for days out.
Useful Local Information
We’re always happy to offer local advice and help with your pre-arrival planning. Whether you’re organising activities for a large group, looking for family-friendly days out, planning a celebration weekend or trying to find the best places to eat nearby, please contact us and we’ll do our best to point you in the right direction. A little planning before you arrive can make your stay feel much more relaxed.
There are also some useful local resources that may help:
National Trust – Derbyshire and Peak District
Visit Peak District & Derbyshire
Carsington Water / Severn Trent
A Thoughtful, Well-Managed Estate for Group Stays
Stainsborough Hall is family-run and directly managed as part of Peak and Dale Places. We believe good self-catering accommodation should be comfortable, well equipped, clearly described and properly looked after.
Our focus is on creating stays that work well in real life: clear capacities, practical spaces, transparent pricing, well-maintained buildings and sensible house rules that help protect the estate and the surrounding countryside.
Frequently Asked Questions about staying at Stainsborough Hall
Yes. Stainsborough Hall is located near Carsington Water in Derbyshire, making it a good base for walking, cycling, countryside breaks and exploring the southern Peak District. You can walk directly from our land on the traffic-free trail around the reservoir.
There are three main ways to stay: the Main House, the Cottage Collection and individual cottages. The Main House sleeps up to 20 guests, the Cottage Collection sleeps up to 23 guests when booked together, and individual cottages sleep smaller groups at selected times of year.
No. The Main House and the Cottage Collection operate as separate booking units and cannot be combined. This helps keep guest numbers clear and ensures each part of the estate works properly for the group staying there.
Dogs are welcome in the cottages and when booking the Cottage Collection. The Main House is maintained as a pet-free environment.
Yes. There are two log-fired hot tubs on the estate: one for guests staying in the Main House and one beside the communal barn for guests booking the Cottage Collection together. The cottage hot tub is not available when cottages are booked individually.
No. Stainsborough Hall does not operate as a wedding venue and does not host wedding ceremonies or wedding receptions. Accommodation for guests attending a wedding elsewhere may be possible, subject to house rules and occupancy limits.
Yes. The local pub, The Miners Arms in Carsington, is also within walking distance, giving a relaxed option for a drink or meal without needing to drive.
No. Individual cottages are usually released within a shorter booking window, once larger group bookings have been prioritised.
Check-in is from 3.00pm and check-out is by 10.00am. Early check-in and late check-out may be available by prior arrangement and are subject to availability.
Book Direct with Live Availability and Transparent Pricing
Book direct for live availability, transparent pricing and direct access to the team who manage Stainsborough Hall.
A 5% deposit secures your booking, with a further 25% due nine months before arrival and the balance due six months before your stay.