Quintessential English Country Farm House, Fabulous Views and a short drive from Buxton. Superb Games Room and Eco-friendly Wood Fired Hot Tub.
Highlights.....
- Beautiful eleven bedroomed country farm house, 4 are on the ground floor
- Seven en suites, a family bathroom & two shared shower rooms
- Sleeps up to 30 guests
- Dog Friendly
- Eco-friendly Scandinavian Style Wood Fired Hot tub perfectly placed to enjoy the breath-taking uninterrupted views
- Superb games rooms with pool table, cinema TV and bar area
- A perfect hideaway for families with children, nestled in a totally exclusive position Oak Tree Farm is tucked away, surrounded by fields with an extensive lawn and mature private garden
- Ideal base to explore The Roaches, Hen Cloud and Ramshaw Rocks providing an abundance of rock climbing and great walking routes.
- The spa town of Buxton is close by and the popular market towns of Bakewell and Ashbourne are both within 20 minutes’ drive away.
- Chatsworth House, Haddon Hall, Tissington Hall and Alton Towers are all within a half hour drive.
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
Brimming with rustic farm house features, Oak Tree Farm is deceptively spacious with an abundance of social areas for large groups to gather. A 'T' shape layout offers three independent sleeping areas all with internal access giving privacy yet all under one roof.
Fabulous for families and mixed groups with a total of eleven bedrooms, seven ensuites, a family bathroom & two shared shower rooms which also feature a toilet and wash basin in each. The bedrooms offer flexible options that can be made up as twins or doubles so you can pick and choose your layout to suit. For added comfort we provide each guest with fresh towels, hand soap and shower gel. We can offer 3 ground floor bedrooms, one of which is a compact bunk bed room.
Please see the floor plan for the bedroom layout.
Cooking and Dining
A fantastic classic English country pile fitted with a hand made country kitchen with a traditional style electric Aga which warms the heart of the house. You will find it fully stocked with plenty of equipment and all the mod cons you need to self cater.
Opening into the dining area, four large farm house tables offer a combination of dining options with plenty of comfortable space for a up to 30 guests.
French doors flood the room with light and lead out onto the paved terrace. You can enjoy the stunning views from the dining table without having to move an inch if it's a bit chilly for alfresco dining.
Living Spaces
With a super amount of communal space, you will enjoy the open plan lounge/dining room with a wall of glass doors over looking the garden with endless views beyond. Furnished with solid oak floors and lofty beams, this is a light and airy room where you can all gather with dining to one end and soft sofa seating and TV to the other.
There is a magnificent games room so you can enjoy a game of pool, laze in the soft sofas and watch a film on the wall mounted cinema TV or prop up the bar!
If you need a quiet moment, you can retire to the flagged stone entrance hall which provides a couple of comfy chairs to read a book.
Gardens and Outside Space
Nestled in a totally exclusive and private position away, Oak Tree Farm is accessed via a long drive, with stunning landscapes and an extensive lawn and mature gardens. A wonderful place for families, as children can explore the large unmade woodland lending itself for a game of hide and seek!
A lovely, sunny, terrace area with plenty of outdoor seating is yours to enjoy outdoor dining. A BBQ is provided and available for use from 01st April through to 31st October, please supply your own charcoal and lighting equipment.
A 2m wide circular Eco-friendly Scandinavian Style Wood Fired Hot tub (ideal for 6 - 8 persons) is perfectly placed away from the house in the corner of the garden under a hand built open sided gazebo to take full advantage of the far reaching views over the rolling countryside. Read our Hot Tub Guide
Property Information
Our standard arrival and departure times are:
- 4pm on the day of arrival
- By 10am on the day of departure
Please do respect these times as they are in place to allow the housekeeping teams enough time to thoroughly clean the property before and after your stay
- Please remove dirty or high heeled shoes on entry
- Please do not bring any candles, tea lights or incense sticks as they are not allowed at the property
- No fireworks, Chinese lanterns or drones are allowed
- No smoking or vaping in the property. Vaping can trigger the fire alarms
- We ask that any outside socialising be brought in by 10pm. We kindly ask that neighbours and local residents are not disturbed after this time, for more information please see our Noise and Behaviour Policy
- No glitter please as even the most eco friendly kind is impossible to remove from the soft furnishings and hard wearing floors
- No Karaoke machines of any type
- Due to the risk of fire from thermal runaway the charging of electric bikes, scooters, hoverboards and similar devices are strictly prohibited inside any properties
If you are looking for a holiday cottage that is accessible for everyone we have a wealth of properties that are suitable for guests with varied access needs. Many of our properties are situated in rural locations, offering peaceful settings that would be suitable for guests with autism & learning difficulties.
- 4 x ground floor bedrooms all with en suites or separate bathroom (please note 1 of these bedrooms is a bunk bed room)
- There are various steps throughout the ground floor so does not offer level access
- Beds are flexible so can be made as twins or doubles
- Level parking area which is close to the property entrance
- Hypoallergenic bedding throughout
- Ground floor toilet with wash basin
- TV's do have subtitles
- Located in open countryside with far reaching views so can offer a calm and tranquil setting
- We are supportive of anyone who needs to bring an assistance dog or guide dog to the property
The Peak District and Surrounding Area
Located two miles from the the beautiful Peak village of Longnor, Oak Tree farm is positioned on the Staffordshire Moorlands between the River Dove to the East and the River Manifold to the West, making it an ideal location to see this stunning national park. Longnor has a local village shop, a post office, an excellent craft centre and a tea-room. The old cobbled market square is in the heart of the village and its abundance of history can be found on a board outside the market hall that shows the charges that stall holders used to pay.
The famous spa town of Buxton is a short 10 minute drive from Oak Tree Farm, most notable architecture comprises of The Crescent which is modelled on Baths Royal Crecent. Around the surrounding area you will find the Blue John Caverns, the Monsal Trial, the Tissington and High Peak Trail, Go Ape Adventure Park, The Goyt Valley, Dovedale, Chatsworth House, Tissington and Haddon Hall are all within an easy drive. Alton towers Resort is within a 25 minute drive too.
Oak Tree Farm is a short drive to our country pub The Royal Oak at Hurdlow which boasts an expansive menu of home-cooked food, including excellent Sunday roasts and delicious desserts.
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How To Find Oak Tree Farm
Directions
The address of Oak Tree Farm is:
Barrowmoor, Longnor, Nr Buxton, Derbyshire. SK17 0QS
Please note the postcode is for the area and not property specific a local neighbour is experiencing guests entering their property - please follow the directions below for more accurate details or use the what3words.
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Directions to Oak Tree Farm from Longnor (approx. 5 minutes):
- At the crossroads in Longnor in the main square, follow signs towards Leek (The Horse Shoe pub will be on your right hand side)
- Once on the Leek Road follow it for 1.7 miles
- You will see a white mile stone on your left hand side, then shortly after a driveway - which is the entrance to Oak Tree Farm - there are dry stone walls on either side of the entrance, with a small inset sign saying "Oak Tree Farm"
- Follow the drive up for approx. 75 metres
- If you miss the drive and you see the old petrol station on the Leek Road you have gone 200m too far
Directions to Oak Tree Farm from Buxton (approx. 15-20 mins):
- From Buxton follow signs for A53 towards Leek
- Once on A53 follow this for approx. 6.9 miles
- You will see a pub ahead of you on the left hand side on the corner called ‘The Winking Man’- take the left turn just before the pub
- Follow the road down for 2.3 miles
- You will go past Clowes Coaches on your left and then an old petrol station
- Keep following the road past the lane on your right (sign posted Ivy Lane Farm & Lapwing Barn) the next driveway on your right is for Oak Tree Farm. There are dry stone walls on either side of the entrance, with a small inset sign saying "Oak Tree Farm"
- Follow the drive up for approx. 75 metres
- You have arrived at Oak Tree Farm!
Directions to Oak Tree Farm from Leek (approx. 15 mins):
- From Leek follow signs for A53 towards Buxton
- Once on A53 follow for approx. 5.3 miles
- You will come to a pub on your right hand side called ‘The Winking Man’
- Take the right turn immediately after and follow the road down for approx. 2.3 miles
- You will go past ‘Clowes Coaches’ on your left and then an old petrol station
- Keep following the road past the lane on your right (sign posted Ivy Lane Farm & Lapwing Barn) the next driveway on your right is for Oak Tree Farm. There are dry stone walls on either side of the entrance, with a small inset sign saying "Oak Tree Farm"
- Follow the drive up for approx. 75 metres
- You have arrived at Oak Tree Farm!
Floor Plans
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Guestbook
The following comments are taken straight from the guestbook we keep for Oak Tree Farm. Verbatim.
Marnie stayed in October '24
A fantastic property in a beautiful location. Our family stay was made extra special because of the facilities at Oak Tree Farm, we had plenty of space for the different age groups and especially enjoyed the games room. The whole experience from the second we contacted Peak Venues to getting the deposit back has been seamless and their service was excellent. We would love to stay again sometime.
Godlee stayed in October '24
We had a really great stay and the property was lovely, well equipped and in a great location. We loved the views from the hot tub.
Waker stayed in October '24
We had a wonderful stay at Oak Tree Farm & Lapwing Barns for our business Away Day. It was the perfect setting for getting away from the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoying the peace and quiet of the beautiful Peak District. Dom and the team were extremely responsive to all our requests in the run up to and on the day of our booking. Kitchen and dining spaces were really well equipped (plenty of ovens and glasses - you can never have enough glasses!). We all thoroughly enjoyed ourselves - thank you team!
Keating stayed in September '24
Wonderful venue and very well equipped
Sarpeet stayed in August '24
We wanted a massive house to stay with extended family and found it here near Buxton! The games room is massive with a proper pool table and stacked bar. This was pivotal, as a few of our family are twenty somethings that wanted to unwind without bothering the elders or neighbours and thankfully, there are none of the latter. There was also a hot tub, stunning views of unspoilt English countryside and an Aga-fuelled kitchen. Our German shepherd enjoyed the walks and we had some lovely meals around the huge dining table. A great stay if you need to get away from it all.
Hart stayed in August '24
We had the most incredible stay at Oak Tree Farm, so much so that we are hoping to book again for next year. We cooked a lovely roast dinner on the Aga and now never want to go back to our ovens. The older children loved the games room and the younger children loved the hot tub. We had nerf wars in the massive garden and family games in the evening on the massive dining room table. Amazing little break
Norfield stayed in July '24
I would just like to say a big thank you - the house was amazing and so clean and tidy! We all had a great time and the team have all been so helpful so thanks very much!
Norfield stayed in July '24
24 of us stayed for my sisters hen do and the house was absolutely amazing! So clean and tidy and had everything you could need for your stay! The games room is fab and the outdoor area and hot tub were gorgeous! Communication, check in and check out were easy and I will definitely be using peak venues again - thank you so much!
Fox stayed in July '24
This was our fourth visit. We keep coming back because its location, accommodation and facilities meet everyone's needs for a great family gathering.
Miller stayed in May '24
We have had the most wonderful weekend in Oak Tree Farm. What a fabulous property! It is so lovely and spacious with lovely rooms and what a garden and view. We loved it.
Prus stayed in April '24
Thank you for the stay we had a wonderful weekend
Wallbank stayed in March '24
Just back from a big family holiday for our sons 18th… lots of extended family and dogs … great space, games room aka kids mini disco area was a huge hit! Loved it!
Grattidge stayed in March '24
Thank you! We had an incredible stay - everyone commented on what an amazing house it was, probably the nicest we've ever stayed at.
Simpson stayed in August '23
Just an email to say a big Thankyou for letting us book the venue over the weekend - the group had a really great time, we will definitely recommend to friends
Harman stayed in July '23
Thank you and we had a fantastic stay - the house was perfect for us as a family.
Fox stayed in July '23
Once again we had a great time at Oak Tree Farmhouse, so good that we’ve booked it again for next July.
anon stayed in June '23
Everything was perfect. We all had a brilliant weekend celebrating my Mum and Dad's golden wedding anniversary and everyone kept saying how beautiful the venue was. Nothing to suggest for improvement (except possibly to update the inventory as it said there would be no dvd player - so we did not being any dvds, but would have liked to, then found there were 2! - but this is only a very minor thing.) Spotlessly clean, modern and cosy. Worked perfectly for a family. I would definitely book again in a heartbeat! I would also like to give a special thank you to the lady of staff who came all the way out late on a Friday night because my brother-in-law had very embarrassingly telephoned (without us knowing) to request heaters for his room. She had every right to be annoyed but was instead very gracious and kind, which we all appreciated!
Clarke stayed in May '23
The house was absolutely amazing and we couldn’t get over those views from the hot tub
Ridley stayed in April '23
We had a fantastic stay and the venue was absolutely stunning.
Koch stayed in March '23
We have just come back from a brilliant stay at Oak Tree Farm for my sisters hen do! Thank you so much for the facilities, they were brilliant. We would definitely recommend & stay again.
anon stayed in January '23
The house was amazing and well stocked. We all enjoyed having an integral games room. We would definitely book again.
anon stayed in January '23
No comments to improve, customer service is great and get responses to queries so promptly. I’ll definitely use Peak Venues again and will recommend to friends and family
Brandreth stayed in January '23
Thank you for your email. We all had such a great time at Oak Tree Farm, the place is absolutely stunning - I wish we had stayed longer! I can’t thank you enough for all the great communication and information you’ve made it all really easy.
Mobbs stayed in December '22
We had a wonderful time thank you. Oak Tree Farm is a beautiful venue with every facility you could need for a family get together. Very well equipped and beautiful bedrooms.
anon stayed in December '22
Amazing property.
Michaela Salmon stayed in November '22
Lovely house with plenty of space for 30 of us celebrating a 30th birthday. Hot tub was great too and we enjoyed having a separate games room with pool table, our own bar and large TV. Couldn’t really fault anything, a great house for a family gathering.
Cotton stayed in October '22
We had a lovely time thank you, the house was great and suited what we needed for the family celebration. We intend to return next year, maybe in the Summer months.
Scobie stayed in October '22
We had a wonderful time, the property was perfect in a beautiful area.
Clare stayed in October '22
Just want to say that we had an amazing stay at Oak Tree Farm. We are seriously thinking of booking it for next year for the same weekend
Fox stayed in July '22
We had a superb weekend thank you and everyone got home safely. Oak Tree Farm was, once again excellent, clean, tidy and well appointed. The recently developed bar/games/big screen room was well used.
Piasecki stayed in June '22
We really enjoyed our stay!
Horn stayed in February '22
Thank you for you mail. We had a wonderful time at Oak Tree Farm and everyone was really impressed with the venue and it’s facilities.
Sohal stayed in January '22
Hi all, we had a lovely time in Oak Tree Farm, one of the best places we have stayed in, so said most of my friends and family. The house was perfect for us
Briggs stayed in September '21
It's a fantastic house and we really enjoyed the stay.
Mcleaod stayed in September '21
Thank you for an enjoyable stay at Oak Tree Farm, we certainly had a good time in a beautiful property.
Wilkinson stayed in July '21
We had the most fabulous time! Thank you for sharing the home with us, we really did enjoy our stay. The house was perfect for the number of people; plenty of space to escape one another if needs be. The games room was appreciated by everyone especially on Sunday for the Euros final .....regardless of the result! It's a great addition to the house and was absolutely perfect for everyone of us. Also the hot tub was divine and with the view it created a lovely family activity without leaving the house. The recommendation of Sauced Here was a fantastic one. Luke and the team were beyond a pleasure to deal with and contributed positively to our stay, I'll continue to use them in the future. We as a family could not thank you enough for our unique stay for an important....albeit late...80th birthday celebration. We had so much fun and laughter which was very much needed after a tough year. We had said many times we would all return to Oak Tree Farm for future stays, I hope it remains on your list so we can!
Harrison stayed in November '19
We have had a wonderful stay, and all the family were very impressed. A lot of memories were created for my son’s 21st birthday.
anonymous stayed in September '19
We had a great time. The house is really lovely.
Borg stayed in August '19
Just letting you know that (despite the rain over the weekend) we had a wonderful time at Oak Tree Farm. Thank you so much for facilitating our stay through the clear booking arrangements and the helpful guidance notes you provided. It was a wonderful family occasion for us all and was made extra special by the excellent accommodation and facilities at Oak Tree Farm. I would have no hesitation in recommending booking through Peak Venues
anonymous stayed in July '19
Lovely stay and would happily return.
Bowring stayed in July '19
We really enjoyed our stay, many thanks
Howse stayed in July '19
We enjoyed our recent stay at Oak Tree Farm. Our party consisted of adults, children and babies and we found the property well equipped and clean. The outside space was also appreciated and well used by both children and adults!
anonymous stayed in June '19
Everything was brilliant, thank you!
anonymous stayed in May '19
Brilliant house and very efficient service, thank you!
Cross stayed in April '19
We very much enjoyed the venue and the service, will certainly be recommending Peak venues in the future.
anonymous stayed in April '19
Property (Oak Tree Farm) was great. Super spacious for 10 + 10 small ones, given it was sunny and we had all outside space. Snug was a nice retreat and loved the snooker. Third time with you, would always recommend. May well come back to this one!
Comerie stayed in December '18
Just to say we had a fantastic time at Oak Tree Farm. Beautiful house & position. Everything was perfect & it all helped to make it a very special weekend for our Birthday Girl. Thank you all for your work in helping us to make this happen.
Burrows stayed in November '18
I wanted to say a really big thank you for all of your help and recommendations. I organise a lot of these types of weekends and the information provided was the best I have had. We did one of your suggested walks which certainly got the urbanites a little out of their comfort zone - walking through a farmyard using the same route as the cows after a very wet night - say no more but they managed!! I used the farm shop in Bakewell for the meat and also the cake makers you suggested and everything was not just exceptional from a taste point of view, it was delivered with such kindness. I loved the area and it was very tempting to abandon London life and move closer to my roots again.
anonymous stayed in November '18
No improvements needed. The email updates were extremely helpful and all the staff I dealt with were fantastic. Thanks for the great service.
Greenfield stayed in September '18
Thank you for a wonderful stay – everyone loved the property and we’re hoping to be back next year.
Siddals stayed in August '18
Thanks for a lovely stay at Oak Tree Farm.
Robinson stayed in January '18
Thank you so much for a wonderful stay at Oak Tree Farm. The house itself was absolutely lovely and we hope we can come back again soon!
Message stayed in November '17
We had a great weekend, very happy with the house.
Hibbert stayed in November '17
Thanks for allowing us to use the cottage, we had a fantastic time.
Hollinshead stayed in November '17
Thanks so much, it was a fantastic weekend, we all had a great time!
Schofield stayed in October '17
We had a really lovely weekend at Oak Tree Farm, thank you for everything!
Kidsley stayed in October '17
Thanks for such a fantastic stay!
Burrows stayed in September '17
We had a lovely 3 nights at Oak Tree Farm despite the weather. It was perfect for a large family gathering, very clean, comfortable and well equipped - Many Thanks. I will definitely recommend Peak Venue’s and hope to visit one of your other properties in the Peak District next year, I found you very helpful to deal with and I will now write a review for you on the websites.
Lunn stayed in August '17
We all had yet another fantastic weekend at Oak Tree Farm celebrating our nephews 30th birthday,the farm is just so spacious for the 12 of us and so lovely
Ashworth stayed in August '17
Great trip, the kids had a wonderful time thank you.
Hourston stayed in July '17
We had such a good time at Oak Tree Farm, it was a perfect venue for our large family gathering. We loved the spaciousness, both inside and out, and although we had intended to visit so many places, we ended up staying put a couple of days as the children ( young and not so young) were having a great time in the garden. We were visited by a hare and a kestrel one evening and we loved watching the housemartins and swallows. The Aga is wonderful, and the huge table so good for all the family. When we arrived there was a problem with a bit of rotten wood on the climbing frame, but it was fixed very quickly and cheerfully after a phonecall. We would certainly recommend Oak Tree Farm to anyone.
McKibbin stayed in July '17
We enjoyed our stay at Oak Tree Farm. There were a number of positives including the location, the large dining table, separate communal spaces and the well-stocked kitchen.
Kerigan stayed in June '17
We had a super week - the house is fabulous and we did eventually master the Aga. Weren't we lucky with the weather - I feel for anyone on holiday this week. Thanks again.
Wood stayed in May '17
Everyone really enjoyed our stay at Oak Tree Farm. The setting, with such wonderful views, was fantastic. The house worked exceptionally well as there was plenty of room when eating or relaxing together, and we were also impressed by the quality.
Ball stayed in May '17
Thanks so much for having us at Oak tree farm, it was such a beautiful house and area.
Bradley stayed in April '17
Thank you Oak Tree Farm was wonderful, suited our needs perfectly and, in fact, exceeded our expectations. We had a lovely week.
McAuslan stayed in March '17
Thanks, we had a great stay.
Hodgson stayed in March '17
We had a wonderful time at Oak Tree Farm at the weekend. The house lived up to our high expectations and the wonderful weather also helped us really enjoy our weekend.
Turner stayed in March '17
Just to say we had the most fantastic time this weekend and all the guests were blown away with the house. It was absolutely brilliant, we couldn't have asked for more. Thank you so much for a wonderful time, I will definitely be writing a glowing review and will recommend Peak Venues to any of my friends and family. A few of my friends also ate at The Royal Oak before we arrived and said it was fantastic!
Lillie stayed in February '17
The property was fabulous and perfect for our requirements. We also had a lovely lunch at The Royal Oak. I've recommended your company to friends.
Crawley stayed in February '17
Many thanks Rachel to you and Zoe and the Team at Peak Venues for helping me choose a great place for our family weekend
Mercer stayed in February '17
We all had an absolutely fabulous weekend at Oak Tree Farm. The house was amazing and had everything we could possibly need. I would definitely recommend to other friends
Berry stayed in January '17
Thanks for having us, the venue was lovely.
Reece stayed in January '17
We had a lovely time thanks
Batty stayed in November '16
The property oak tree farm was wonderful and we had a brilliant time, thank you very much
Stewart stayed in November '16
We had a super time, the farm house suited us perfectly.
Parsons stayed in November '16
Thank you - we had a lovely time again!
Butterworth stayed in September '16
We had the most amazing stay at Oak Tree Farm. The house was perfect, the facilities were excellent and we wanted for nothing. Everybody commented and how much they enjoyed the weekend and it was a perfect way to celebrate my Mum and Dad's 40th Wedding Anniversary.
Malone stayed in August '16
I just wanted to say that the house was lovely and made a great place for a family get together. The location was great and the pub were super helpful – needless to say that the food was great at The Royal Oak
Malone stayed in August '16
Thanks again for a memorable stay – the house is gorgeous, the views are spectacular and the staff at the pub were brilliant. I am sure we’ll be back in the future!
Bates stayed in July '16
Thanks for a great venue - it really is a lovely property. Everyone commented on what a lovely venue Oak Tree Farm was and I certainly hope to be able to use it or another of your properties again in the future.
Flemming stayed in July '16
My family left for home this morning and they thoroughly enjoyed their stay at Oak Tree Farm. They seemed to me to be very impressed with all the facilities and with the comprehensive and helpful list of suggested activities. They were fortunate with the weather and the day I spent with them was a lovely one in every way.
Cartwright stayed in July '16
We really liked the property, it worked perfectly for us, everything was in really good order, clean and very comfortable. We will certainly recommend you.
Seagrove stayed in July '16
Thank you so much for a wonderful break. We had the best time, venue and setting was perfect.
Appleton-Holmes stayed in July '16
We were wondering about booking Oak Tree Farm again next year as we liked it so much!
Beck stayed in June '16
Really enjoyed our stay, house was just what we wanted, so, didn't disappoint.
Platt stayed in June '16
We enjoyed our gathering immensely and the venue made it perfect.
Hooper stayed in May '16
We have just returned from a week at Oak Tree Farm, staying with our extended family comprising ten adults, two crawling babies and three young children aged 6, 4 and 3 years. We have stayed at several large holiday houses over the years, from Northumberland to Devon, and personally I feel Oak Tree Farm is the best so far. The booking process through Peak Venues was very straightforward and Paul, the property manager who showed us around on arrival, couldn't have been more helpful. When a couple of issues arose during the week they were resolved within hours and the photos on the website together with the website description are very accurate. The property itself is extremely well equipped, well maintained and very clean. The views from the property are wonderful and the garden is very large with plenty of space for football and frisbee as well as the children's play area and the BBQ. Whilst we were there we had a small flock of sheep in the adjacent paddock for added interest. We were blessed by very good weather and, having lived in the area some years ago, have first-hand knowledge of how unpredictable Peak District weather can be, so we were delighted to be able to spend so much time outside enjoying the garden. For those not so fortunate, there are several cupboards in the lounge containing a treasure trove of children's toys. The small lounge, which we used only a little as we all enjoyed the open-plan lounge leading through to the kitchen, contains a small snooker / pool table for the older 'children'. I had been a little apprehensive about cooking on an Aga, but Paul very kindly gave me the 'Idiot's Guide' verbal instructions on how to cook with an Aga and that worked perfectly. There was no need to use the alternative two-ring induction hob at all and all the adults felt confident about cooking on the Aga. Buxton is a twenty minute drive from the property, as is Leek, and we had no problem finding supermarkets for food shopping although we had a large Sainsbury shop delivered an hour or two after our arrival. There was no issue with us having an online shop delivered and they found the property without a problem. Similarly we placed an online order with Waitrose and collected it from the Buxton store without problem, although they too would have delivered to the property. So, would I recommend this property to my best friend? Yes, absolutely! Without hesitation. Just so long as I can come too!'
Nelson stayed in May '16
We really enjoyed our stay and it's rare to find such an idealist location that can cater for large groups. I would certainly go back!
Garner stayed in May '16
I would like to take this opportunity to commend you on such a lovely property, which many in the group commented on and mentioned using the venue again.
Adam stayed in April '16
We had a fabulous weekend at Oak Tree Farm.
Parker stayed in April '16
We all very much enjoyed our stay at Oak Tree Farm.
Hatfield stayed in March '16
Thank you very much - we all loved the property and it was perfect for our weekend. We are very grateful!
Dunstall stayed in March '16
Many thanks for a lovely weekend. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and the house and views were amazing. I am also very appreciative of your flexibility in the run up to the weekend.
Hick stayed in March '16
We had a fantastic stay. Thank you.
Carter stayed in February '16
We enjoyed the stay tremendously and plan to be back soon. The meal at the Royal Oak was delicious too.
Smerdon stayed in January '16
Everything was excellent and we had a great time
Burke stayed in December '15
We had a fabulous time celebrating my husband’s 50th birthday at Oak Tree Farm. All our guest’s thought the house was amazing. We all plan to return in the near future!
Molesworth stayed in November '15
Ian and I would like to thank you for an absolutely wonderful weekend staying at Oak Tree Farm. We had the most amazing time celebrating his 40th Birthday with our closest friends and the venue made it even more special. Everything was catered for, right down to the ice in the freezer. I'm also now a converted Aga fan! The farm was beautiful and we had enough room to not feel cramped with such a large group. It really made our weekend magical, so thank you again. I'm sure we will be using peak venues again in the future for other big events.
Myatt stayed in October '15
We very much enjoyed our stay at Oak tree farm it is an amazing venue. We hope to return at some point.
Jervis stayed in September '15
Oak tree farm, can I just say what an absolute amazing weekend we have had, your accommodation was amazing, thanks for all the help along the way, your a great company whom I've recommended, many thanks
Colins stayed in August '15
Had a fabulous time with 12 members of our family celebrating my sister's 50th birthday at your Oak Tree House- lovely place, lots of space indoors and out, beautiful scenery, fab weather and a great Sunday lunch at the Royal Oak. Totally memorable!
Lunn stayed in August '15
Oak Tree Farm is just the most perfect place for a large group gathering,the whole family thoroughly enjoyed the farmhouse and it's beautiful grounds,looking for another celebration to visit again!!!!
North stayed in June '15
Thank you Paul. We had a fabulous time. The cottage and location is absolutely beautiful, more than we had expected we didn't want to leave. My mom really enjoyed having all the family around her for her 60th birthday celebration. We would definitely recommend to friends and family. We are looking for an excuse to visit the Peak District again soon we will definitely visit your website for accommodation. Thanks again, we had a fabulous time and made lots of lovely memories for the whole family.
Grayem stayed in May '15
We had such a fantastic stay there - above and beyond our expectations!
Burton stayed in April '15
Thanks for your note, we really loved the property and couldn't rate the service you offer highly enough. Absolutely fantastic!
Jackman stayed in April '15
all had a great weekend at Oak Tree Farm. The property was perfect for our hen party and everyone enjoyed themselves immensely
Liddle stayed in April '15
We have had an absolutely marvellous time at Oak Tree Farm, the whole family thoroughly enjoyed it. The location was superb and the house was so very comfortable for each and every one of us. We will hope to come and stay again in the future. Strangely enough our son is coming to Derbyshire again fairly soon for a friend's Stag weekend, and they will be staying at another of your properties - what a coincidence!
Liddle stayed in April '15
Thanks so much for setting up your business and providing such a super venue for large groups to have an amazing few days of quality time to spend together surrounded by the most tranquil and beautiful scenery. Our weekend started with the key pick up from The Royal Oak, lovely service and a delicious lunch. Dom guided us to the farmhouse and gave us a relaxed and laid back tour. The farmhouse was everything we have hoped for and more. We had an age range of 1- 80, and we just loved the high level of standard that has been set. The little touches make all the difference. We definitely hope to be back again in the future and will recommend Peak Venues to our friends. Thanks once again - really lovely experience with everyone that we have dealt with from our initial booking - to the returning of the key.
Spence stayed in November '14
Hi, may I say what a fantastic time I had with my family last weekend at oak tee farm! it is truly a beautiful place and we had a wonderful family weekend.
Tucker stayed in November '14
Thank you, we had a great time and the venue is beautiful, everyone commented in it and I am sure we will use your company again.
Sood stayed in September '14
We thoroughly enjoyed staying in what was a spacious, well equipped and idyllically situated property. Thank you for all the help in making it memorable: we have already recommended it to several friends and family. Regards to your whole team.
Boddy stayed in April '14
The venue was excellent and we would recommend it.
Lowson stayed in April '14
We had a really lovely weekend at Oak Tree Farm. The property was perfect for our party and the style and quality of the furnishings added to our enjoyment.
Browne stayed in March '14
We had such a wonderful time, the cottage is amazing. Many many thanks, I have already been asked for details of the cottage for a future hen weekend as everyone was so impressed!
Breslin stayed in March '14
Thanks to you and your team for all your help and service this weekend. Everyone was very impressed with all aspects of the trip. You are a very professional, organised and friendly group. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend you to anyone. You must give a special thanks from us to all of your staff in your pub on the Saturday night, they were great.
Drew stayed in February '14
Hi, Thank you for your email. We had a fantastic time at Oak Tree Farm. A fab house in a superb location. Just perfect for a family get-together. From the first email to dropping back the key everyone and everything has been faultless. If you have a few minutes to spare please go to the blog on our daughter's website www.elizabethloisphotography.com to see our photos and your lovely farmhouse!
Tew stayed in December '13
We spent a long weekend celebrating an early Christmas with my husband's family. We are a very mixed group with ages ranging from 65 weeks, 10 adults and 10 children. But we found Oak Tree Farm to be very comfortable indeed. There was plenty of space for us all in the living area downstairs, and a great garden for the children to bomb around in. There was one hiccup where we discovered we were one bed short, but that was quickly rectified the management team. We would definitely go again for a similar weekend
Vivreay stayed in November '13
Many thank for making our family birthday celebrations at the farm so enjoyable. The accomodation and facilities at the farm are outstanding. All the family from aged 1yr to 85 yr olds felt it was warm and very homely, with adequate toilets/ bathrooms/ bedrooms and space for everyone to have freedom to enjoy. Having the large table was great for everyone to sit down together for meals. Well done to all your team for providing such a wonderful place- many photos have been taking and everyone will be recommending it to their relatives and friends up and down the country. Sorry their is nothing negative to say about our stay- all gold standard+++++++. I am sure we will be back again
Cunningham stayed in September '13
A brilliant house for large parties with a good use of space. My family and I spent the weekend here last weekend and thoroughly enjoyed the house. The aga is easy to use and the space within the house catered more than adequately for 17 people. I would recommend this place for a large group expecting a comfortable stay both inside and out.
Pace stayed in August '13
Thanks for everything. We had a great weekend in the farm house and barn and were thrilled with the accommodation. Many commented that they would make a repeat visit to the house if they were to head over to the peak district again.
Coller stayed in July '13
We truly had the most wonderful time at Oak Tree. It is a beautiful house in a beautiful location and fitted every need we were after. We will definitely be coming back. Thank you for everything, it was perfect.
Horn stayed in May '13
We has such a lovely time in the cottage, everyone commented on what a lovely place it was both inside and out, we will definitely will be returning! Thanks again for a fantastic weekend.
Scampion stayed in May '13
Dear Paul, We had a lovely time at Oak Tree Farm. The house was perfect and very well equipped and appointed. The views were lovely but the weather could have been better!Thank you very much.
Harris stayed in April '13
Thank you for a superb stay at Oak Tree farm, everyone loved the farm and all its amenities. I also want to mention how impressed we were with the welcome we received and the relaxed way you showed us round. A friendly welcome makes all the difference.
Collins stayed in January '13
We had a fantastic time at Oak Tree Farm and have nothing but praise for both our accommodation and the service we received from yourselves. Oak Tree Barn is an comfortable, warm, welcoming and well thought out property highly appropriate to large groups/families wanting to rent the property. Although there was 15 plus of us we never felt on top of each other as the property was so spread out but we could still all come together to eat at the large table in the dining area The fixtures fitting and furniture are of an extremely high standard and every need has been catered for right down to the childrens toys in the cupboard. All in all a fantastic week, Thank you
Read stayed in December '12
We had a fantastic time at Oak Tree and are very likely to return again in the future. You and your team clearly make a big effort to ensure your guests are made as welcome and comfortable as possible and that commitment certainly shows With very best wishes for 2013
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Your Stay At Oak Tree Farm
Our Favourite Places to Eat Nearby
Country Pubs
- Royal Oak, Hurdlow – Our very own award winning pub offers open fires, hidden corners, local ales and of course ‘great homemade pub food’. Booking advised. Only a short drive away.
- Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese - Longnor, family friendly local pub, just a short stroll from the venue. Welcoming dogs and having wheelchair access too. Lovely beer garden where you can sit and enjoy the varied menu choices this delightful pub offers.
- The Packhorse, Crowdecote - Located at the bottom of the bank just outside Longnor. There are well kept ales which change regularly and traditional home-made pub food.
- The Bull’s Head, Monyash - A traditional pub located in the heart of Monyash, serving good pub food. Popular with families and walkers.
- The Packhorse, Little Longstone - Lovely historic character features in this compact pub – promotes itself with ‘Walkers and Muddy boots welcome.’
- Devonshire Arms, Hartington - Located in the heart of the village – good stop for lunch.
- The George at Alstonefield - The George is an unspoilt, historic, family run pub in the Peak District village of Alstonefield, above Dovedale.
Restaurants
- Simply Thai, Buxton - Great local Thai restaurant located in the centre of town – booking is definitely recommended.
- Taj Mahal, Buxton - Excellent curry house in Buxton.
- Pizza Express, Buxton -Well known pizza chain in a great location for town and the Opera House – kid friendly.
- St. Moritz Restaurant, Buxton - Swiss and Italian cuisine, great pasta dishes and also has a excellent pre- theatre menu.
- Lone Star, Buxton - Mexican/American cuisine, known for their large portions.
- The Woodyard, Bakewell - Great location by the river in Bakewell for a family friendly Restaurant – Serves both lunch and dinner.
Cafes
- No 6 The Square, Buxton - Relax and enjoy morning coffee, light meals or a traditional English afternoon tea in the elegant surroundings of No. 6 The Square.
- The Old Smithy Café, Monyash - Rustic! Famous for its breakfast featured in the Top 50 Breakfast Book in the country. Character décor, open year round – walkers and bikers welcome. Also serves lunch daily with dinner on
certain days. - Manifold Tea Room and Café, Longnor - Commonly known as the ‘Longnor Chippy’ and is frequented by all the locals. It serves the best fish and chips in the area which you can eat in or takeaway. Well worth a visit. Lunch and dinner served but check the website for their seasonal opening times.
- Hassop Station Café & Bookshop -A family friendly cafe with outdoor covered seating and play, with a focus on food, family & fresh air. Enjoy brunch, lunch or afternoon tea on the terrace on the renown Monsal Trail or in the old station building.
Freshly Delivered Meals and Take Aways
- My Peak Event - fantastic selection of home made prepared meals from local chef/cooks - great for large groups.
- Scoff - Delicious, home-cooked food, delivered to you in the Peak District
- Manifold Tea Room and Café, Longnor - Commonly known as the ‘Longnor Chippy’ it serves the best fish and chips in the area which you can eat in or takeaway.
- Simply Thai
- Pizza Express
- Taj Mahal
- Khomkhai Thai Cuisine
- The Great Panda Restaurant (Chinese)
- Maazi- Sumptuous Indian meal or buffet delivered to your door. Numerous catering options and can also provide waiting on staff and even take away the washing up.
It is always best to check the websites for any seasonal opening times as some places do shut early or close over the winter months.
Our Top 5 Places to Visit Nearby
1. A visit to the village of Wincle
A great day out for the family with something for everyone to enjoy. Start off with a visit to the famous Danebridge Fisheries, a great place to visit with kids, here you can fish in the well-stocked pool, catch your own supper or feed the trout (food supplied). Then a visit to the Wincle Brewery, where you can even do a one day brewing course! After a trip to the brewery why not call into the Ship Inn, just down the lane where you can sample Wincle’s fine ales in the pretty beer garden. Follow up with finally finishing the day off with a visit to Blaze Farm, a working farm that has become famous for their awarding winning Hilly Billy Ice Cream which is all made on the farm using the milk from their dairy herd. With tea rooms, nature trails and animals to pet there is something for everyone!
2. Tittesworth Reservoir
Located just outside the mill town of Leek on the edge of the Peak District National Park, this Severn Trent reservoir is another great day out for all the family. There are two lovely walks around the reservoir, the shorter trail is only 1.5miles and is ideal for a gentle stroll and suitable for pushchairs. For bird watchers and wildlife lovers, there are two hides available to use. The fantastic large adventure play area is suitable for children between the ages of 2 and 15 years old. The large sand pit is especially popular so don't forget to bring your bucket and spade! You are very welcome to take your own picnic and there are plenty of idyllic spots for this, but you can also enjoy a barbecue in the new designated area.
Please click here for more information on Tittesworth Reservoir
3. The Roaches
The Roaches, with Hen Cloud and Ramshaw Rocks form a gritstone escarpment which marks the south-western edge of the Peak District. A mecca for walkers and climbers with some of the best gritstone climbing in the country. Once you have reached the top of the rocky ridge there are stunning viewing across the Staffordshire moorlands. Obviously no trip would be complete without catching the ‘winking man.’
Click here for more information on the Roaches
4. The Manifold Trail
A short but very attractive walking/cycle route along the route of the former Leek & Manifold Light Railway. Look out for the impressive Thor’s Cave and interesting rock formations along the way and stop for lunch at the lovely National trust tea rooms at Wetton Mill, or take a picnic to have down by the river.
Click here for information on the Manifold Trail
5. Chatsworth House and Park
No visit to the Peak District would be complete without visiting the fabulous Chatsworth Estate. There really is something to do for every member of the family - The Farmyard and Adventure playground, the magnificent house and the gardens which are equally as impressive as the house , with the maze, the garden trails, and the famous water cascade to keep the little ones occupied.
Click here for a link to Chatsworth House and Park.
Key Facts
What To Expect at Oak Tree Farm
A basic weekend supply of the following essentials are supplied (as there are no staff on site if you run out you will have to replace):
- Hand soap
- Loo rolls (1 x on the holder and 1 spare per bathroom)
- Bin bags
- Washing up liquid
- Cling film & kitchen foil
- A few dishwasher tablets to get you started
- 2 x tea towels
- 1 x dish cloth
- Basic cleaning materials
- Utilities - Electric, gas, heating and hot water
- Free Wi-fi
Useful Information
- 2 x high chairs (if requested)
- 2 x Travel Cots- we provide basic travel cot's that comply with BSI. Please note that due to health and safety reasons, you will need to bring cot linen and any extra padding you require over and above the lightly padded standard base that is supplied by the manufacturer.
- Fresh linen with beds made up upon arrival
- Fresh towels - Bath towel for each guest & hand towels in the bathrooms
- Washing Machine and Dryer
- Iron & ironing board, indoor clothes airer
- Hoover & mop
- Open plan living area has a 50 inch SMART TV with free view
- Games room with pool table, SMART TV and bar area.
- For music, there is a sound bar in the main lounge which you can connect to with Bluetooth and the speakers in the kitchen are built into the ceiling.
- Christmas - throughout December the property will have a Christmas Tree decorated with a set of lights
- Should you need a DVD player for your stay we do ask our guests to please bring your own along with any relevant cable
- The shower rooms next to bedrooms 7 and 8 do also feature a toilet and wash basin in each
- Please note that some of the rooms may have been updated with new furnishings or decor since the photos or virtual tour were taken
Cooking and Dining
Any kitchen items that are absolutely vital for your stay, please check with us before your visit to ensure that it is at the property (as things do sometimes get broken).
- Microwave in the utility area
- Ample dinner plates, side plates and dessert bowls - at least 30 of each
- 2 large serving dishes and a few metal serving bowls
- 6 x baking trays
- Large assortment of roasting tins
- Pots, pans, roasting tins, crockery, glassware and cutlery
- Traditional electric Aga which is permanently on
- 2 x electric ovens
- 2 ring induction hob on the kitchen island
- 4 ring electric hob (not induction) next to the Aga
- American style fridge/freezer
- Extra fridge in utility area
- Double toaster
- Kitchen Scales
- 2/3 cafetieres
- Kettle
- Electric whisk
- Dishwasher
- Bar stools at the breakfast bar
- 4 x 6ft x 3ft oblong dining tables seats up to 30 in various combinations. There are a mix of chairs and long benches.
Bar Area
- Cocktail Shaker
- A variety of Shot, cocktail, beer and wine glasses
- Measures for spirits
- Ice making machine
Eco-Friendly Scandinavian Wood Fired Hot Tub
- The hot tub is not ready for use on arrival
- Allow at least 2 hours for the hot tub to heat to the required temperature we would recommend lighting the hot tub on arrival should you wish to use it on your first days stay
- Simply fill the tub and set the timer for 50 minutes for it to get to the correct level - we would advise someone to keep a close check whilst filling
- When full, light some kindling and once fully alight add logs -logs are supplied
- With the location of the hot tub making the most of the views it is situated approximately 20mtrs from the house in the corner of the garden so outdoor shoes or flip flops would be needed to walk across the grass, especially in inclement weather
- We would advise you to read the instructions in full on how to set up the hot tub prior to using it
Parking
- There is space for 20 cars
- Please use the gravelled and grassed areas on your approach to the property
- For reasons of both safety and property insurance, under no circumstances should you use the domestic plug sockets in the property to charge an electric vehicle. Our domestic supply in the property does not have the capacity or set up to support EV charging. Please use this link, that you may find helpful, for the nearby local charging stations.
- Please note the postcode is for the area and a local neighbour is experiencing guests entering their property - please follow the directions on the location page for more accurate details.
Outdoor Space
- Huge lawn area with woods to the rear of the property which you are welcome to enjoy
- Please do not use the fields surrounding the property as these can have livestock in them
- Stunning views across the valley
- Terrace area with outdoor seating
- Picnic benches offering ample seating space
- Mature garden
- Eco-friendly Wood Fired Scandinavian Hot tub- 2 mtr wide circular wood fired hot tub
- The property is not fence secure so please do not leave children or dogs unattended
- BBQ- charcoal - half oil drum style available between 1st April and 31st October please supply your own charcoal and lighting equipment
Property Quirks
- Due to the nature of the property there are a number of internal stone steps at varying levels between rooms on the ground floor
- Access to the garden can be via bi-fold doors, they do lock but access cannot be gained from outside when closed
- Some of the bedrooms on the first floor have sloping ceilings
- Hot tub- there is a detailed information sheet on how to use it should you require this
- The property is not on mains drainage so we use a septic tank for waste treatment. It is environmentally friendly but cannot cope with nappies, baby hygiene products and ladies toiletries. Please dispose of these items in the bins provided in the bathrooms
- The log burners are not working fireplaces they are display only
Dogs
- We allow 4 dogs at the property and charge £30 per dog for the duration of their stay
- We do ask that dogs are kept off furniture and out of the bedrooms
- Please make sure any dog litter is cleared from the gardens and grounds
- Please do not leave dogs unattended in the property or garden at any time especially if there is livestock in the fields nearby
Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi is provided free of charge, however, as the Peak District is in a beautiful rural location sometimes there may be intermittent signal which is beyond our control. We also hope you appreciate that we cannot guarantee Wi-Fi if there are technical issues in the area.
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