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Waldley, Derbyshire
A barn conversion for six on a family farm at Waldley, with an enclosed garden, an enclosed play paddock where dogs can run free, a wood burner and three dogs welcome.
Oxwood Barn is a barn conversion with beautiful open spaces inside and out, set on a non working farm at Waldley that has been in the same family for over 100 years. Sleeping six, with three dogs welcome, this is a generously dog friendly barn, and there is an enclosed play paddock for the children to play or the dogs to run free, with peaceful countryside around it and neighbouring farm animals adding to the appeal.
Inside, an open plan living space gives plenty of room to rest, relax, watch TV or play a game together, and it has stylish seating with accents of colour and a dining table for evening meals. The wood burner promises cosy evenings after a day out, and two pet blankets are provided, so the dogs have a spot of their own.
The kitchen leads off to one side with lovely garden views, and a downstairs cloakroom takes the coats and shoes. Off the hallway are two pretty double bedrooms full of light, and upstairs the twin has its own en suite. Outside, a dining area sits within an enclosed garden, a barbecue is available on request and there is a picnic set to borrow, while the large playfield with its bench seating gives three dogs room to run. Anyone bringing three large breeds is asked to double check first.
Footpaths lead straight from the door, so the dogs are out walking before the car is unpacked. Dovedale's stepping stones and Ilam, on the River Manifold, are just over 12 miles away, and the Peak District is just over 10 miles off, with lots of villages to explore. Sudbury Hall, Tutbury Castle and Carsington Water each make a good outing.
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from £813 for 7 nights
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At a Glance
- Dogs Welcome
- 3 dogs
- Enclosed Garden
- Yes
- Outside, there is a dining area within an enclosed garden space, and a BBQ on request offers the perfect al fresco dining experience
- Sleeps
- 6 guests
- Rooms
- 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
- Price
- from £813 / 7 nights
- Grading
- 4 star
- Arrival
- in from 16:00, out by 10:00
- Facilities
- Bbq, Open fire, Wifi
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Book with holidaycottages.co.ukFrequently Asked Questions
Is Oxwood Barn dog friendly?
Yes, and genuinely so — Oxwood Barn welcomes up to three dogs, which is unusually generous for a barn of this size. The property sits on a former farm with no livestock, no active yard and nothing your dogs need to be kept away from, making it a rare find for households travelling with multiple animals.
Are dogs allowed at Oxwood Barn year round?
The listing doesn't specify seasonal restrictions on dogs, so it's worth contacting the owners directly to confirm availability for your dates. What we can say is that the setup — enclosed garden, ramp entry, no working farm to navigate — suits a dog-owning household at any time of year.
What should I know before visiting Oxwood Barn with my dog?
The enclosed garden is described as a dining space rather than a dedicated dog run, so it's worth doing a walk-round on arrival to get a sense of it. The barn has a ramp rather than a step at the door, which is a practical bonus for older dogs or those with mobility issues, and two of the three bedrooms are on that same ground floor level. For walks, Dimmingsdale — a wooded valley about four miles west with paths along both sides of the water — is well worth knowing about, offering shade, water and quiet trails that most people outside Derbyshire haven't discovered.
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