Lees Farm in Priestcliffe near Bakewell | Stunning Derbyshire Group Cottage

About Lees Farm

Lees Farm is a stone-built detached farmhouse positioned on a remote hillside in Priestcliffe, Derbyshire, within the Peak District. This property works perfectly for larger groups seeking space and spectacular views across the Monsal Valley. Off-road parking for six cars makes arrival stress-free for multiple families.

The location offers complete peace on a working farm setting. You'll find yourself surrounded by rolling hills and dramatic valley views. The property sits approximately 0.75 miles along an uneven farm track, ensuring total privacy.

The farmhouse sleeps eight guests across four bedrooms. The ground floor family room features adult bunks and a single bed. Upstairs you'll find a king-size double, standard double and single room with pull-out stacker bed. Two bathrooms include a ground floor shower room and upstairs bathroom with roll-top bath. Two woodburning stoves warm the sitting room and separate snug area.

Monsal Trail runs nearby for hiking and cycling (2 miles, 5 minutes). Bakewell town centre offers shops and cafes (7 miles, 15 minutes). Chatsworth House provides grand estate tours (12 miles, 25 minutes). Buxton's Georgian architecture and opera house entertain groups (8 miles, 20 minutes).

This remote farmhouse delivers unmatched valley views and complete tranquillity for large groups. Perfect for families wanting space to spread out while staying connected to Peak District adventures. Lees Farm offers the ultimate countryside escape.

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Need To Know

✓Oil central heating with woodburning stoves in sitting room & snug
✓Range cooker, electric oven, microwave, fridge, fridge/freezer (in utility room), washer/dryer, dishwasher, tv, dvd, radio, stereo/cd player, wifi
✓Fuel, power & supply for woodburners included in rent
✓Bed linen & towels included in rent
✓Cot & highchair on request
✓Off road parking for 6 cars
✓Large open grassed area surrounding property, patio with furniture
✓Two well-behaved dogs welcome, to be kept downstairs only
✓Sorry, no smoking
✓Shop 3 miles, pub 1 mile
✓Note: property accessed via uneven farm track of approx
✓75 miles; can be tricky to negotiate in parts, low suspension vehicles not recommended

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at Lees Farm

Spectacular Monsal Valley Views

Incredible panoramic views across the valley that guests return for year after year

Complete Privacy and Tranquillity

Remote hillside location ensures total peace away from crowds and traffic noise

Spacious Layout for Large Groups

Four bedrooms and multiple living areas give everyone space to relax comfortably

Two Cosy Woodburning Stoves

Sitting room and snug both feature warming stoves for perfect winter evenings

Excellent Parking for Multiple Cars

Off-road parking for six vehicles makes group arrivals completely hassle-free

Direct Access to Monsal Trail

Walking and cycling trail practically on the doorstep for outdoor adventures

Getting To Lees Farm

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Lees Farm by car, follow signs to Priestcliffe in the Peak District. The farmhouse is accessed via approximately 0.75 miles of uneven farm track, so higher clearance vehicles are recommended for comfortable access.

By Train

The nearest railway station is Buxton, approximately 8 miles away from the property. From there, you'll need to arrange taxi transport or car hire to reach this remote hillside location.

Off-road parking for six cars

Buxton station (8 miles)

Remote farm track access

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Chatsworth House

Distance: 12 miles

DE45 1PP

Monsal Head Viewpoint

Distance: 2 miles

DE45 1NL

Bakewell Market Town

Distance: 7 miles

DE45 1BT

Monsal Trail

Distance: 2 miles

DE45 1NL

River Wye Walk

Distance: 3 miles

DE45 1NL

High Peak Trail

Distance: 5 miles

SK17 9DH

Bakewell Co-op

Distance: 7 miles

DE45 1BT

Tideswell Village Shop

Distance: 4 miles

SK17 8NU

Buxton Market

Distance: 8 miles

SK17 6AE

Local Farm Pub

Distance: 1 mile

SK17 9TN

Buxton Opera House

Distance: 8 miles

SK17 6XN

Miller's Dale Station

Distance: 3 miles

SK17 8SN

Chatsworth House

Distance: 12 miles

DE45 1PP

Monsal Head Viewpoint

Distance: 2 miles

DE45 1NL

Bakewell Market Town

Distance: 7 miles

DE45 1BT

Monsal Trail

Distance: 2 miles

DE45 1NL

River Wye Walk

Distance: 3 miles

DE45 1NL

High Peak Trail

Distance: 5 miles

SK17 9DH

Bakewell Co-op

Distance: 7 miles

DE45 1BT

Tideswell Village Shop

Distance: 4 miles

SK17 8NU

Buxton Market

Distance: 8 miles

SK17 6AE

Local Farm Pub

Distance: 1 mile

SK17 9TN

Buxton Opera House

Distance: 8 miles

SK17 6XN

Miller's Dale Station

Distance: 3 miles

SK17 8SN

Is Lees Farm Right For Your Group

Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family reunion...

For Families

Children will love the freedom of this remote farm setting with open grassed areas to explore safely. Board games and jigsaws are provided in the utility room for rainy days. The walled garden offers secure outdoor play space, while the nearby Monsal Trail provides easy family walks and cycling opportunities.

Groups Will Love...

The farmhouse excels for groups with its thoughtful layout featuring two separate living areas. The main sitting room and cosy snug both have woodburning stoves, allowing different generations to relax separately. Multiple seating areas mean everyone has space to spread out comfortably while still staying connected.

Pet Friendly

Up to two pets are welcome at Lees Farm but must remain downstairs throughout their stay. The walled garden provides secure outdoor space for dogs to exercise safely. The remote farm location offers excellent walking opportunities, though pets should be kept under control around livestock.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Lees Farm

The Bulls Head

Located 1 mile from your accommodation.

Postcode: SK17 9TN

Bakewell Pudding Shop

Located 7 miles from your accommodation.

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The George Hotel

Located 4 miles from your accommodation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Lees Farm

How many people can stay at Lees Farm?

The farmhouse sleeps eight guests across four bedrooms with various bed configurations. The ground floor family room has adult bunks and single bed, plus three additional bedrooms upstairs.

Is the property suitable for elderly guests?

There's a ground floor bedroom and shower room for easier access. However, there are two steps between the snug and living room which may present mobility challenges.

Is Lees Farm pet friendly?

Yes, up to two pets are welcome but must be kept downstairs only. The walled garden provides a secure outdoor space for dogs to exercise safely.

What cooking facilities are available?

The kitchen features a range cooker with electric oven, microwave, dishwasher and fridge. There's an additional fridge/freezer in the utility room plus washer/dryer for longer stays.

How remote is the location?

The property sits 0.75 miles along an uneven farm track from the main road. Low suspension vehicles aren't recommended, but the isolation ensures complete peace and privacy.

What heating is provided?

Oil central heating runs throughout the property. Two woodburning stoves in the sitting room and snug provide additional warmth and atmosphere during colder months.

Are there local amenities nearby?

The nearest pub is one mile away via a steep path. Bakewell town centre with shops and restaurants is seven miles away for supplies and dining.

What outdoor space is available?

There's a walled garden with patio furniture and BBQ facilities. The property sits in open grassed areas with spectacular valley views all around.

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Lees Farm Reviews

The house was very well equipped and very comfortable. The views were stunning . We enjoyed our stay. We only have two little complaints one the downstairs bedroom had a lot of dead flies in it when we arrived and the other was well documented and that was the road leading up to the house . One of our party burst their tyre on a piece of flint so the rest of us decided to leave our cars in the village.

Lees Farm has the most beautiful view over Millers Dale in Derbyshire. The house is perfect and we call it the Up House from the wonderful film Up. This was our fourth stay. Thank you again.

Katrina

Our 5th return to Lees Farm for a family break after last staying 9 years ago. We can see the owner has made improvements such as new heating etc but furniture and TV remains the same as 9 years ago. Would recommend an allen key so that the garden furniture can be tightened its all very loose. Some TLC needed around the property. Whilst every kitchen item is catered for I would recommend taking toilet rolls, bin bags, cleaning supplies etc. Overall a beautiful location and lovely secluded property to enjoy a break away. Its unfortunate for the price of the break that youre unable to check in until 5pm as youre technically losing a day at the property.

We had to report a problem with the upstairs shower. A plumber came promptly but we didn't see him again with the part. Outside furniture all needing attention or replacing. One chair collapsed when one of our party sat on it.

Katherine

A lovely property with incredible views and access to the Monsal Trail for hiking and climbing as well as near to supermarkets, stately homes and pubs. The property is spacious, with room for the group to all sit around a table inside and outside and also room for us to spread out and chat, read or have quiet time without being on top of each other.

Graeme

What a truly wonderful property, in a stunning, tranquil and relaxing location away from the hustle and bustle of every day life. There are no words to describe how much we enjoyed our stay and can safely say we will be back sooner rather than later.

Overall, really lovely place, great beds, fab time! Minor things some of the doors a bit stiff so kids struggled to open them at times. Front door and door to kitchen also difficult to close. Couple of fire alarms had no batteries or batteries ran out. Other than that all facilities were excellent.

Lovely quiet and very remote, just what we were looking for. The decor is a bit tired but you do expect that to a degree with such an old building. The steps from the snug into the living room gave my wife some issues as she has minor mobility issues. We just stayed in the snug as it was more than comfortable. Overall a lovely place and so so peaceful.

We had a great time, everything was as described, clean and in good working order. We enjoyed ourselves so much that we are trying to organise a time to go back as a group

Lovely house, fabulous views. . The warnings in other reviews about the rough track leading to the house are exaggerated. Unless there is snow, you absolutely don't need a 4 wheel drive. I don't recommend low slung sports cars, so leave the Lambo at home, but a competent driver in a normal car will have no problem as long as they take it slowly and choose the right line over the bumps and dips. In my view the reviewer who said it is barely passable at about 35mph in an ordinary car in good weather needs to learn how to be a better driver. Also, the kitchen is very well equipped we brought a few things in case we needed them, but it wasn't necessary and the log burners are great but be careful, the doors and handles get very hot so use the supplied gloves. The main lounge has underfloor heating and is very warm. We did have a problem with the central heating radiators however. All in all, a good stay, and would recommend.

We had a great stay, everything worked and was exactly as described.

Jonathan

The property has incredible views of the surrounding area. Walled off garden, so suitable for dogs. Comfortable beds. Spacious seating area and a good sized kitchen. BBQ was a bonus. Would highly recommend.

Amazing place! Great location and stunningly well equipped house. I couldn't recommend more highly.

William

Lees farm is a very beautiful and excellent property. Its location is to die for . Ideal for every one wanting to get away from the world , but also driving distance to many more beautiful attractions and experiences. The house its self is fantastic, everything is provided in the way of towels, and bedding. It's very clean and comfortable and a joy to spend time there

Fantastic location and a lovely property

The farmhouse is comfortable and has everything you would need, the kitchen is well equipped and the garden and house are dogfriendly, it is in a superb location but the halfmile lane from Priestcliffe to the farmhouse is barely passable at about 35mph in an ordinary car in good weather, I imagine it would be impossible in bad weather when there are puddles.

Charlie

Fantastic stay. Really is a get away from it all type location, with amazing views across Miller's Dale.

Fantastic location loved being so remote with the most amazing views and fantastic walks. Would love to go back here again. Definitely a location I would love to live. The cottage had lots of rooms and really enjoyed the log burners and the bath was amazing. Cottage had everything we needed except a pen so we couldnt write in the book sorry.

Hilary

We stayed for a week at Lees Farm over Christmas. The drive is just under a mile long and rough, but we negotiated it without any problems in a Ford Focus, Honda Civic and Skoda Yeti without any problems, despite it being a wet week. The farmhouse is remote but had the benefits of not being able to hear any traffic noise and we did not see anyone on the public footpath which runs adjacent to the property. There are numerous circular walks from the property so remoteness was not an issue. However, the pub mentioned 1 mile away is down a steep, stepped path, probably best negotiated in daylight the first time. The kitchen was exceptionally wellequipped and had everything necessary for a full Christmas dinner. The lounge was cosy, particularly with the underfloor heating and wood burning stove, but we did feel the layout could be improved by moving the dining table into the upper living area to avoid having to carry food etc down 2 steps. The WiFi was very good throughout the house. The beds were very comfortable. Upstairs, the radiators in 2 bedrooms and the bathroom did not heat up beyond lukewarm. The housekeeper came out very promptly on Christmas Eve to investigate the problem. However, this continued to be an issue for one couple in their bedroom, and the bathroom remained chilly throughout the week. Overall, a good week.

Bethan

We really enjoyed our stay. Lovely walks from the property and a peaceful location. The log burner was lovely in the evenings and the kitchen very well equipped for all our baking needs. The welcome treats were also lovely and appreciated. We look forward to staying again.

We have stayed in many holiday properties in the UK but this has to be one of our favourites. The location is outstanding. Such beautiful views all around. The house is warm, comfortable and well equipped. Thank you

A beautiful cottage on top of a hill with brilliant views. we will come back in the summer when the flowers are out. windy location but this meant great walks 1 mile from pub but up down and upon very steep slope so not able to go for the evening. warm log fires meant we stayed in with nice glass of red would have been nice to have some matches for us to use on the first night handle to lounge was loose from the wall

A beautiful place with fabulous views. We had a family get together in a peaceful and comfortable setting, a great week. A big thank you from all of us.

Excellent house and garden situated with magnificent views of the Peak District . The adults, baby and dogs all had a great time !

We had a great time with the superb isolated location with great views. Sykes responded promptly to communication. recent garden furniture was a real bonus. Description does not make clear that 2 bedrooms have skylights not proper windows, this was disappointing for the adult guests in our party. Other than the 2 master bedrooms, the 2 secondary bedrooms with single beds have poor ventilation due to the skylightshigh velux windows only. One of the double beds was broken, the top section was not fixed on. Clothes airers are still broken indoors one for over a year according to previous feedback, outdoors too, even a normal oldfashioned clothes line would be better than nothing. Carpets smell musty downstairs. We had to bring lights from upstairs into the lounge to be able to read. An outside sun umbrella would be of benefit. Kitchen was well equipped. Showers are good. Barbecue was small and missing bits we had to fashion our own grill surface from 2x disposables. Overall we enjoyed our stay and had a great time, in a rural cottage we were not expecting anything fancy, but for the price for a week that we paid we would expect these fairly basic straightforward things to be fixed and not keep recurring in the commentsfeedback.

Really good stay and great cottage. A couple of small issues were some of the wooden outdoor furniture was unusable as it was broken. 4 chairs we couldnt use. Also the big wooden table at the front of the property is split down the middle so we couldnt move it at all when the sun moved slightly. The wifi also didnt work for the full week of the stay. We tried turning it on and off again a few times but it didnt work at any point. Apart from that all was great. Thanks

Kathryn

Amazing location, very comfortable. Great to have stoves and logs supplied. Cottage very wll appointed!

Michael

Perfect cottage builtiful location the only drawback was the road leading to the cottage very poor. welcome milk and biscuits were a nice touch on arrival. Lovely and remote, fantastic views, wood burners. Have recommended this cottage to all familys and friends and will definitely will come back here.This was a great experience which made our holiday a one to remember. Michael Timson.

Michael

There were a few silly things that marred the property and they are petty. Only one dish tablet per day for 9 people, some of the outside chairs were broken as was the clothes airer which had been mentioned in the visitor book previously. The worse thing for us though was the gardeners turning up as we were loading the car, not good with dogs. Otherwise a beautiful property in a wonderful location.

The farmhouse was a wonderful place for a family stay. The kitchen was really well equipped, the rangemaster stove was brilliant to cook on and really easy to work out how to use. I have never used one before but soon got to grips with it. Loved the outside table and chairs as we had some lovely weather and were able to enjoy outside eating. Everything in and outside of the house was very good quality although apart from the barbecue which was really too small for a family so we bought some disposables to use as well. We loved the location at the top of the hill with only cows and sheep, and the occasional rabbit, for neighbours, but only an average of about 30 mins drive from various tourist attractions show caves, Castleton, Buxton, Bakewell, Matlock Bath. Obviously the drive can be tricky but we felt it was a minor negative compared to all the positives. Check in and out is easy with the key safe, and there was good communication with Margaret from Sykes Cottages when I needed to contact her. All in all we had a wonderful week there and would recommend it to any family.

Lee's Farm is an absolute gem. The photos does not do it justice. There was not a single thing that you would want to add, take away or change. Tescos delivered right to the door! So no need to source a supermarket, which helps with packing and travelling. The instructions to get there were very good and easy to follow. It was the best thought through and executed place we have ever been to. It was pristine. It was maintained to such a high standard. Everything you might need was in the cottage, even household items even little night lights! It was also very well situated for all attractions to see and do in the area. We all had a super time, and coming back to a very cosy, warm cottage, especially after a day in torrential rain, was like coming home!

Lees farm was perfect from the comfortable living rooms with the wood fires, the comfy beds, both bathrooms and the kitchen with all the utensils you could imagine! The surrounding countryside provided amazing views regardless of the weather. The 20 minute walk if you are fairly fit to the great pub meant that although you are literally in the middle of nowhere you can get a great feed and drink without having to get in the car! All in all I would definitely recommend Lees farm for small or large groups

Stephen

Back again in this well positioned and provided for cottage in the centre of the Peak District, well located for the Monsal Trail and surrounding visitor attractions. The unmade road to the cottage continues to be frustrating, but once arrived, this is soon forgotten about. There is a good level of provision throughout, except that the lounge area would benefit considerably from additional lighting and strangely no hair dryer is provided. These niggles aside, this is a nice cottage and well up to use by families, great and small.

Dariusz

Amazing place but only one thing missing is bbq

The track to the farm house from the road is quite long and very uneven in places but nice reached the views are scenic.

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Lees Farm, Priestcliffe

About Lees Farm

Need To Know

More Group Cottages You May Like

What Guests Love

Spectacular Monsal Valley Views

Complete Privacy and Tranquillity

Spacious Layout for Large Groups

Two Cosy Woodburning Stoves

Excellent Parking for Multiple Cars

Direct Access to Monsal Trail

Getting To Lees Farm

By Car

By Train

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Is Lees Farm Right For Your Group

For Families

Groups Will Love...

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

The Bulls Head

Bakewell Pudding Shop

The George Hotel

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

Lees Farm Reviews