Ashbourne Self Catering

Shiningford is perfect for outdoor pursuits, and cycling & water enthusiasts.

Shiningford is a country estate, sleeping from 12-34 stags in a Grade II listed manor house together with converted stables.

Shiningford provides bespoke, luxury accommodation for up to 33 in separate beds. Gather with friends in the two hot tubs or compete for supremacy in the wonderful outdoor swimming pool, with views over Carsington Water and the Derbyshire countryside.

A short walk down the private drive brings you to the Carsington Water Visitor Centre, where you can try your hand at a variety of water sports. Sailing, kayaking, windsurfing and raft building are all available.

Aside from outdoor sports, a walk in the opposite direction leads to the Miners Arms at Carsington Village, where you can sample the wide selection of Cask Ales.
Friday night is 'Steak Night' at the Knockerdown Pub, under a mile from Shiningford.

On a quiet country lane and surrounded by 9 acres of its own land and gardens, Standlow has something for everyone. It is a complex of luxury cottages and a farmhouse, together with a large dining barn. In total, Standlow can sleep from 6-52 guests, depending on your group size.

The Barn and High View Grange both offer a hot tub. The unique feature of this venue is the large games room, housing 2 full-size snooker/pool tables, air hockey, table football, bar billiards and table tennis.

At Standlow you can keep everyone busy, whatever the weather!

A short stroll into the village of Kniveton brings you to The Red Lion, a good local pub that welcomes Standlow guests.

Situated a mile from Standlow, Carsington Water offers cycling, walking trails, water sports and a Visitor Centre.
The historic town of Ashbourne is located 3 miles away, and contains an assortment of shops, bars and restaurants.

Ashbourne Hall is our large boutique-style house, within walking distance of the market town of Ashbourne. Ashbourne Hall can sleep up to 21 stags in separate beds, or 22 in total. It offers a spacious dining conservatory, and a hot tub in the courtyard.

If you want plenty of space for your activities, Ashbourne Park is just across the road. At Ashbourne Hall you have the advantage of being able to recuperate in the plentiful array of bars and restaurants that Ashbourne offers.

We offer outdoor activities, which you can book for either a half or full day if you are feeling adventurous:

Half day package - £26 per person, for a minimum of 12 people
* Mobile climbing wall
* Archery
* Bushcraft skills
The half day package lasts 3 hours, and can be done at a local activity centre, or at our venues if you are staying at Standlow, Shiningford or Hollywood House.

Full day package - £55 per person, for a minimum of 8 people
* High ropes
* Lunch
* Zip wire through the trees
* Archery tag
The full day package takes place at a local activity centre, so transport will be necessary. We can also arrange for the 6 hour session to come to Standlow or Shiningford, with alternative activities, such as kayaking and a treasure hunt. Please get in touch for further details or with any special requirements.