Alpaca Hut Hot Tub & Fizz - Dovedale Peak District

Hut in Derbyshire, United Kingdom

  1. 2 guests
  2. 1 bedroom
  3. 1 bed
  4. 1 bathroom
Hosted by Carolyn
  1. Superhost
  2. 8 years hosting

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Inside Peak District National Park

This home is near the national park.

Unwind in the hot tub

This is one of the few places in the area with this amenity.
The Alpaca Hut is a fabulous little retreat with Hot Tub, set in its own private courtyard at Lower Damgate Farm. Close to Dovedale in the heart of the Peak District.
With ensuite facilities, a private hot tub & a bottle of fizz on arrival, it’s perfect for romantic escapes. Guests can meet rescued alpacas and goats at Dovedale Animal Sanctuary, explore the farm and enjoy the stunning scenery from the door.
All bookings support the animals with discounts on long weekend and mid-week breaks.

The space
Escape, unwind and experience something truly special at The Alpaca Hut

Tucked away in its own private landscaped courtyard at Lower Damgate Farm, The Alpaca Hut offers a totally unique and cosy retreat in the heart of the Peak District.

Steeped in history, the farm is perfect to escape the world for a little bit, you can relax or explore the area from this charming hideaway with its own Hot Tub which is perfect for couples or solo travellers seeking a peaceful break from everyday life.

The beautifully presented hut features its own ensuite facilities, and the living room / bedroom is like a shepherd’s hut with a comfy double bed which can also be used as a sofa. The space includes a small kitchenette, with a microwave and air fryer, kettle, and toaster as well as a small fridge. There is also a smart TV and Wifi!
It is thermally heated all year, thereby ensuring a comfortable stay in all seasons.

Step outside into your own landscaped private area with soft seating, a covered gazebo to bring your own disposable BBQ, and unwind in your private hot tub, where a chilled bottle of fizz awaits your arrival – the perfect way to start your getaway.

Whether you’re enjoying crisp winter evenings or long summer nights, The Alpaca Hut provides a snug and welcoming atmosphere all year round where on a good day star gazing and incredible sunsets join you.

Lower Damgate Farm is also home to Dovedale Animal Sanctuary, giving guests the special opportunity to meet and spend time with rescued alpacas and goats during their stay.

Guests are welcome to collect eggs from our free roaming hens and share time with all our animals.
This unique countryside setting creates a calming, heartwarming experience that animal lovers will truly appreciate, many go away saying what a magical place this is.

Perfectly placed for exploring the Peak District, The Alpaca Hut is surrounded by National Trust land, with Ilam Park just down the hill in Ilam village. Iconic walks and viewpoints including Dovedale (and the stepping stones), Thorpe Cloud, Milldale, Thors Cave and Wetton Mill are all within walkable reach, many with tea rooms and great pubs nearby.

After a day out, return to your private retreat to relax, recharge, and enjoy the stunning scenery of your surroundings. There is also a communal area overlooking the peaks and animals, with a firepit to take in the ambiance of the farm.

For days out a little further afield, the market towns of Ashbourne, Hartington, Bakewell, and Buxton are a short drive away, along with standout attractions such as Chatsworth House, Haddon Hall, Alton Towers, Carsington Water, Poole’s Cavern, Luds Cave and The Roaches—plus plenty of excellent pubs, restaurants, and activity centres.

Perfect for romantic getaways, special occasions or simply a well-deserved escape, The Alpaca Hut combines countryside charm with thoughtful comforts.

Discounts are available for both weekend and midweek breaks, making this enchanting stay even more inviting.

Escape, unwind and experience something truly special at The Alpaca Hut at Lower Damgate Farm

Guest access
Enjoy complete freedom during your stay on our peaceful Peak District farm.

Nestled between the valley of Dovedale and the Manifold rivers, both only a short walk away and with over 22 acres of private countryside on the farm, there’s plenty of space to explore, relax, and unwind in total privacy.

Feed the ducks by the pond, spend time with our friendly alpacas and goats, collect eggs, walk the wooded areas where you may meet a rescued hedgehog or say hello to our resident pheasants and other animals that choose to make the farm their home, or just come and take in the stunning views across the surrounding peaks and enjoy exploring our beautiful first National Park.

Picnic in one of our wildflower meadows (before hay season) or enjoy outdoor games in fields we mow regularly for guests.

Although there are a couple of other cottages on the farm, each has its own private garden and outdoor area.

As well as your private areas there are also communal areas to enjoy as well as lots of quiet spots to escape to, perfect for reading under one of our large trees, relaxing by the pond, enjoying a fire pit around the campfire, or simply enjoying the ambiance of the farm surrounded with its stunning scenery animals and glorious sunsets.

Your hot tub is completely private, giving you space to relax alone or together, as this is also a perfect safe escape for solo travellers.

The focus of your stay is relaxation and freedom. Whether you’re here for a romantic break or a getaway with family or friends, we want you to feel at home.

Our animals love attention. Don’t forget to bring apples and carrots for the Alpacas and goats. We also provide a feeding station where you are welcome to help yourself.

Come and explore, unwind, and enjoy this special corner of the Peak District at your own pace.
Lower Damgate Farm is also our family home, and we live in the farmhouse further down the drive.

You’ll have your own private space, but you may see us around the farm as we care for the rescued animals at Dovedale Animal Sanctuary. We also have a few friendly pets—our small dogs and cats sometimes pop by to say hello.

Other things to note
Please note that whilst there is WiFi all around the farm and in the Alpaca Hut which works well with WIFI calling. Some networks like O2 for instance have limited signal. EE is excellent.

Lower Damgate Farm is quite rural and we recommend you bring a car or form or transport.

Where you'll sleep

What this place offers

Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Free parking on premises
Private hot tub
TV with DVD player

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Rated 4.97 out of 5 from 165 reviews.

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for value

Guest reviews mention

Where you’ll be

Derbyshire, Peak District, United Kingdom
Exact location will be provided after booking.

Neighbourhood highlights

Thors cave, Dovedale, Manifold Way, White Peak. Stepping Stones. National Trust Ilam Park all close by

Meet your host

Superhost
280 reviews
4.94 out of 5 average rating
8 years of hosting
Lives in Derbyshire, United Kingdom
Pets: dogs cats alpacas goats sheep chickens
We are a small family run farm in the Peak District National Park situated very close to Dovedale and the Manifold Valley with some stunning walks straight from the door. Karl and I (Carolyn) converted our farm buildings into luxury holiday accommodation in 1999 and raised our family at the farm. We pride ourselves on a "nothing is a problem" philosophy with the ethos of creating a relaxed and enjoyable escape from the worries of the world. We are a little biased but where we live is truly special, and we love welcoming our guests who come to the farm for any occasion. The cottages work well for either individual families or friends as well as larger groups and our properties can be independent or shared. We also live on site, and are approachable as well as happy to help in any way. Our cottage bookings also help us to support our onsite animal rescue farm, Dovedale Animal Sanctuary which we set up in 1996. We provide a forever loving home to a range of animals including alpacas, goats, horses, geese, ducks and chickens, we even rescue hedgehogs! We work closely with all our animals and it is rewarding to see our guests interacting and feeding the animals as they have often come from neglected backgrounds so its heartening to see everyone happy and enjoying themselves.... We hope we meet you and we would love to welcome you to our farm where you can enjoy the stunning scenery as well as enjoy time with your family and friends.

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in: 15:00 – 22:00
Checkout before 10:00
2 guests maximum
Safety & property
Nearby lake, river, other body of water
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm