The Izaak Walton Country House Hotel - Dovedale, Ashbourne (Derbyshire)
About the Hotel
Rooms and Amenities
The Izaak Walton Country House Hotel features 38 bedrooms. All rooms include a shower and a bath, free WiFi, safes, free bottled water, and room service. Select rooms include a seating area. Each bathroom has toiletries and a hairdryer. Additional amenities include a flat-screen TV, tea/coffee maker, and electric kettle. Most classic rooms offer views of the Dovedale Valley or the hotel gardens. Rooms available are Classic Double, Twin, Family, King, and Superior. Dog-friendly courtyard rooms are available.
Dining Options
The hotel has two onsite restaurants offering British cuisine and garden views. The 2 AA Rosette-awarded Haddon Restaurant offers fine dining with views of Thorpe Cloud Hill and Dovedale. The Dovedale Bar features a beamed roof, stoned walls, open fires, and fishing memorabilia, serving drinks and meals. The bar is open from 9 AM to 11 PM, with food available from 12 PM to 9 PM. The Dovedale Lounge is also available for use.
Leisure & Activities
Guests can explore hiking/biking trails. Scenic walks are available in the Peak District countryside. The hotel offers private fishing on the River Dove, a trout stream 200 meters away. Activities such as golfing and cycling are available. The hotel provides access to the Dovedale Stepping Stones. Chatsworth House, Haddon Hall, and Alton Towers are within a 20-minute drive.
Location and Access
Located in a rural area within a national park, The Izaak Walton Hotel is near the villages of Ilam and Thorpe. Landmarks close by include the Church of the Holy Cross (2 km), Wolfscote Dale (1.5 km), and the Dovedale Stepping Stones (1.5 km). East Midlands Airport is 60 km away.
Services Offered
The hotel welcomes guests in a lobby with a 24-hour front desk. Wi-Fi is available in public areas. The smoke-free hotel offers concierge services, a bar/lounge, and open fires in the reception and bars. The hotel has five meeting rooms, with the largest able to seat up to 130. Rooms can accommodate between 6 and 30 in a boardroom layout. The hotel also hosts events and weddings.
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Getting around
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- Concierge desk
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Housekeeping
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Board games
- Children's menu
- Game room
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Heating
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
