Lion House in Ashbourne is highly praised for its spaciousness, character, and comfort. Guests appreciate the well-equipped facilities, including a games room and luxurious touches. The central location is ideal for exploring the town and nearby attractions, though some note traffic noise. The property's cleanliness and maintenance receive positive remarks, and the thoughtful touches, such as festive decorations, add to the enjoyable experience.
Guests consistently report that Lion House is very clean and well-maintained, with spotless rooms and high standards of hygiene, contributing to a comfortable and inviting stay.
The central location is appreciated for its convenience to local amenities and attractions. However, some guests mention traffic noise due to the property's proximity to a busy road, which slightly impacts the overall experience.
The property is frequently described as comfortable and spacious, with cosy bedrooms and multiple living spaces. Some guests suggest improvements for summer comfort, such as fans or lighter bedding, due to traffic noise when windows are open.
Facilities are generally excellent, with a well-equipped kitchen, games room, and outdoor areas. A few minor maintenance issues are noted, such as a tricky bathroom sensor light and very hot water in ensuites, but these do not significantly detract from the overall high-quality amenities.
While guests express gratitude for the thoughtful touches and festive decorations, there is no consistent mention of gifts or special amenities that would guarantee a score in this category. Therefore, the score is set to null.
Boasting a superb position in the market town of Ashbourne and within striking distance of the majestic Peak District National Park, is the elegant retreat, Lion House. Steeped in history, being over 400 years old, the property benefits from modern spacious living accommodation which has been fully modernised by the current owners. This stylish accommodation has been designed to bring together a family of six to this splendid location for a relaxing break or an action-packed adventure. Upon entering the property, you are welcomed by the contemporary interior, housing all the essentials you could possibly need, in addition to quality features to ensure a memorable stay for a group of all ages and tastes. Spend your wind down time within the large sitting room, where you can curl up on the plush sofas which rest in front of the TV and the traditional feature fireplace. Or retreat into the cosy snug for a quiet read or pre dinner drink. Younger guests will be delighted to find a well-stocked games room, where hours of entertainment can be enjoyed playing on the games consoles, enjoying some more traditional games or just chilling out with a book on the comfy bean bag chairs. Continuing to impress is the well-equipped kitchen, housing all the essentials you could possibly need to whip up your own delicious meal. Choose between eating more informally at the large round kitchen table or (assuming it is not taken up with board games or a jigsaw) in the dining area overlooking the lounge. As the evening draws to a close, venture up the staircase to find three elegantly-styled bedrooms, comprising of a king-size double with an en-suite, a double with an en-suite, a twin bedroom and a family bathroom (with bath and overhead shower), ensuring flexible sleeping and bathing arrangements to suit the requirements of your group. If the weather is kind Lion House has a tremendous outside space. Enjoy a bit of alfresco dining on the beautiful dining table outside the kitchen or perhaps a morning coffee and croissant from the nearby bakery on one of the elevated terraces. Views of Ashbourne can be seen from the top terrace whilst relaxing on some comfy sofas. However, if you don’t feel like cooking one evening,Lion House is just a few steps away from a superb selection of cafes, pubs, restaurants and takeaways to suit all tastes, as well as a number of shops for picking up the essentials. For those looking to explore, you will find miles of walks upon the Peak District National Park, where you will find the Dovedale valley and the peak of Thorpe Cloud. Lion House is also just around the corner from the start of the Tissington Trail, a thirteen mile traffic free trail ideal for a relaxing walk or ride (bikes can be hired from the trail centre). Alternatively, spend an afternoon at the National Trust property of Ilam Park, spend some time on the water at Carsington Reservoir or for those thrill seekers Alton Towers is within close reach..
Ashbourne is a bustling market town at the southern end of the Peak District. Within the town centre you will find a number of Georgian buildings, as well as a selection of restaurants, pubs, convenience shops and outstanding antique shops. For outdoor pursuits there is the Peak District National Park, as well as the Dove and Manifold Valleys.
Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with shower over bath, basin and WC.
Ground-floor cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Sitting/dining room.
Snug.
Games room.
Gas central heating.
Fridge/freezer, microwave, electric oven, induction hob, dishwasher, washer/dryer, games console, sound system, table football, selection of games and books, TV with Sky and WiFi.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Off-road parking for one car (note that this is accessed over pavement with no dropped kerb).
Rear garden area with furniture.
No pets or smoking allowed.
Pub within 0.1 miles, shop within 0.2 miles.
High chair available on request.
Note: garden divided into four areas at varying levels
Jade
The owners were very attentive and answered any questions we had really quickly. Would definitely come back! :)
K
Well equipped and tastefully decorated. Lots of paved areas in the garden which is a bit of a suntrap. The house is really close to the centre of Ashbourne, which has plenty of choice of cafés, bars and pubs. It also has a cinema and swimming pool. Plenty of walks from the house including the Tissington trail which is a just a few minutes walk away.
Sarah
Very spacious and clean, though we did find the road rather busy and noisy during the nights.
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