Self-Catering Country House near Carsington Water
A spacious self-catering country house near Carsington Water, sleeping up to 20 guests across 10 bedrooms.
Set within the Stainsborough Hall Estate in the Derbyshire countryside, the Main House – The “Hall” is a self-catering country house near Carsington Water that’s ideal for family gatherings, special birthdays, walking weekends and relaxed group stays. With generous living spaces, a large dining room, games room, private gardens, access to the estate’s shared tennis court and the option to add a log-fired hot tub, it offers a comfortable countryside base for spending time together.
The Hall at Stainsborough Hall
The Hall is a large self-catering country house with space for up to 20 guests. It works well for groups who want to stay together under one roof, with plenty of room for shared meals, relaxed evenings and time outdoors.
The house has 10 bedrooms arranged over the first and second floors, along with generous ground-floor living spaces. There is a large kitchen, formal dining room, drawing room, TV room and games room, giving groups several different areas to use throughout their stay.
Outside, guests have private gardens, countryside views and access to the estate’s shared tennis court. A log-fired hot tub can also be added to your booking as an optional extra.
Why stay at Stainsborough Hall
The Hall is designed for relaxed, residential group stays rather than formal events. It is a good choice for families and friends who want a comfortable self-catering country house with space to gather, eat together and enjoy the Derbyshire countryside.
Guests can enjoy:
- Self-catering accommodation for up to 20 guests
- 10 bedrooms
- Large dining room for group meals
- Spacious kitchen
- Drawing room with open fire and piano
- TV room with log burner
- Games room with pool table
- Private gardens
- Access to the estate’s shared tennis court
- Option to add a log-fired hot tub
- Walks from the estate
- Parking on site
- Close proximity to Carsington Water
The house is spacious without feeling formal, making it a good fit for multi-generational families, birthday weekends, walking groups and friends wanting a countryside stay.
Bedrooms and Layout
The Hall sleeps up to 20 guests across 10 bedrooms.
Bedrooms are arranged over the first and second floors, with a mix of double, twin and flexible rooms. Several bedrooms can usually be arranged as either doubles or twins, helping you tailor the layout to suit families, couples, friends or mixed-age groups.
Because all bedrooms are within the Main House, it works particularly well for groups who want to stay together under one roof rather than across separate cottages.
Floorplans are available to help you understand the layout before booking. These are especially useful if you are planning sleeping arrangements for a larger group or deciding whether the house is the right fit for your stay.
Living Spaces
The Hall has several shared spaces, giving groups room to spread out as well as come together.
The kitchen is well equipped for self-catering, with plenty of space for preparing meals during your stay. The dining room is ideal for long group meals, celebrations and relaxed evenings around the table.
There are also separate sitting areas, including a drawing room with an open fire and a TV room with a log burner. This gives guests flexibility throughout the stay, whether you want one central gathering space or quieter rooms for different parts of the group.
The games room with pool table adds another relaxed space for evenings and rainy days.
Outdoor Space
The Hall has its own private gardens, giving guests outdoor space to enjoy during their stay.
The setting is peaceful and rural, with countryside around the estate and walking routes nearby. Guests staying in the Main House also have access to the estate’s shared tennis court, making it a great option for groups who want to add a bit of relaxed activity during their stay.
A log-fired hot tub can be added to the booking as an optional extra. This is available for Main House guests and is a popular addition for family gatherings, birthday weekends and countryside breaks.
Frequently Asked Questions about Stainsborough Hall
The self-catering country house sleeps up to 20 guests across 10 bedrooms.
Yes. This is a fully self-catering country house, with a well-equipped kitchen and dining space for group meals.
Yes. Stainsborough Hall is close to Carsington Water, and guests can walk directly from our land onto routes around the reservoir.
Yes. The Miners Arms in Carsington is within walking distance from the estate.
Yes. A log-fired hot tub can be added to Main House bookings as an optional extra.
No. The Main House is maintained as a pet-free environment. Dogs are welcome in the Stainsborough Hall cottages, subject to our dog policy.
Yes. Guests staying in the Main House have access to the estate’s shared tennis court.
No. The Main House and the Cottage Collection operate as separate booking units and cannot be combined.
No. The Main House is not available for weddings, wedding receptions, marquees or large unmanaged events.
Private catering may be possible by prior arrangement. Please contact us before making arrangements with external suppliers.
Check-in is from 3.00pm and check-out is by 10.00am. Early check-in or late check-out may be available by prior arrangement, subject to availability and fees.
Yes. Private on-site parking is available for approximately 10 cars at Stainsborough Hall. Due to the narrow country lanes leading to the estate, we are unable to accommodate large coaches. Smaller coaches or minibuses may be possible by prior arrangement, so please contact us before booking transport.
Check Availability and Book Direct
The easiest way to check prices and availability for this self-catering country house is through our direct booking system.
Booking direct gives you:
- Live availability and up-to-date pricing
- The option to book securely online
- Direct communication with the team who manage Stainsborough Hall
- Clear information about what is included with your stay
- The best route for asking questions about layout, accessibility, hot tub arrangements or group setup
- No third-party booking platform complications
The Main House sleeps up to 20 guests and is booked as a single exclusive-use self-catering stay.
A 5% deposit secures your booking, with a further 25% due nine months before arrival and the remaining balance due six months before your stay.
If you are unsure whether the Main House is the right fit for your group, please contact us before booking. We are happy to help you decide.
Planning Your Stay
The Hall is designed for groups who want plenty of space to relax, eat and spend time together, but there is also lots to enjoy nearby if you want to make more of your stay.
For walks, days out, places to eat and local attractions close to the estate, our things to do near Stainsborough Hall guide brings together useful ideas for planning your time around Carsington Water, Wirksworth, Ashbourne and the wider Derbyshire countryside.
If you’d like a broader guide to days out across the county, you can also explore our Peak and Dale Places guide to things to do in Derbyshire.
If you are comparing options for a larger group, or you are looking for a dog-friendly option, you may also want to look at The Cottage Collection, which offers flexible self-catering accommodation across five cottages on the Stainsborough Hall Estate.
We’re always happy to offer local advice and help with your pre-arrival planning. Whether you’re organising activities for a large group, looking for family-friendly days out, planning a celebration weekend or trying to find the best places to eat nearby, please contact us and we’ll do our best to point you in the right direction. A little planning before you arrive can make your stay feel much more relaxed.
There are also some useful local resources that may help: