Dove River Retreats

03/03/2026

Spring is quietly arriving at Christmas Cottage ❄️🌿

The daffodils are pushing through above the snowdrops, delicate but determined. A gentle reminder that brighter days are on their way.

This is one of our favourite times of year here. Peaceful. Fresh. Full of promise.

02/03/2026

There’s something special about slowing down.

Dove River Retreats is a 5⭐ countryside escape designed for couples who want to reconnect with nature, with each other, and sometimes with a four-legged companion or two 🐾

Christmas Cottage sits quietly in the Derbyshire countryside, surrounded by fields, wildlife, and village charm.

If you’re craving fresh air, long walks, local food, and slower mornings… you’ll feel right at home here.

You can find us on Airbnb. Superhost rated and ready to welcome you.

Christmas Cottage | Cosy Rural Retreat

25/02/2026

Spring certainly feels like it has sprung today! The sun is shining, it feels good to hear all the birds tweeting away in the garden.

It’s even got us planning a day out at the weekend to the Denby Makers Market.

It’s full of local produce, handmade gifts and cake!

19/02/2026

🌟 We love reading reviews from our guests, it makes us do a happy dance every time! 💃🕺

Another 5-star review from Wendy, Woodstock, UK: her kind words about our holiday home and the village remind us why we love hosting. 🏡🐾

This is what keeps us going and proud to be Airbnb Superhosts! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐+

17/02/2026

All your pancake day essentials can be found at Doveridge Village Hall Cream House Dairy! Christmas Cottage kitchenette is fully stocked for you to make your pile, just how you like them 😋

We’re all stocked up for Pancake Day with farm fresh pasteurised whole milk, Sam's Hens eggs & Goldhurst Bees honey 🥛🥚🍯
… Pure happiness in a stack 🥞💛

Checkley Community Centre
Doveridge Village Hall

15/02/2026

The Bed Everyone Asks About 🛌

A great stay starts with a great night’s sleep… and our guests seem to agree 😊

At Christmas Cottage, we’ve invested in comfort where it matters most:
🛏️ Benson for Beds Comfort frame
🌙 Silentnight all-round sleep support cushion topped mattress
✨ Finished with luxurious Dorma bedding

And here’s the part we love…

Many guests staying two nights or more send us messages asking for the mattress details before they leave.

Now that’s a compliment we’ll happily accept.

Because countryside walks are even better after truly restful sleep.
⭐ 5-star comfort
🏡 Cosy couples retreat
🐾 Dog-friendly

15/02/2026

We are incredibly grateful to our amazing guests ❤️

86 five-star reviews on Airbnb and celebrating our second year as an Airbnb Superhost - something we are genuinely proud of.

Every stay, every guest, every detail matters to us, and your kind words mean the world.

Christmas Cottage continues to be a favourite for couples looking for a peaceful countryside escape — with or without their dog 🐾

If you’re planning a Derbyshire getaway this year, we’d love to welcome you.
⭐ Consistently 5-star rated
🏡 Cosy & private
🐶 Dog-friendly
📍 Doveridge, Derbyshire

13/02/2026

Makers Street is back in Ashbourne this Valentine’s Day. If you’re looking for local eats and treats to pack up a picnic for a day exploring or something locally sourced, maybe home made pie for dinner then head on down and support these local artisans, you never know what you might find!

13/02/2026

Walk, breathe, reset 🌿

Gentle village strolls or longer Peak District hikes - Christmas Cottage is the perfect base to reconnect with nature.

12/02/2026

🐾 Every four-legged guest is welcome at Christmas Cottage!

We gift our canine visitors treats from SniffandSnack, a local natural dog treat company. Perfect for celebrating muddy walks, countryside adventures, or just because they’re adorable 🐶✨

Because every stay should be a tail-wagging experience!