Castleton Lodge in Ashbourne offers a delightful stay with its beautiful location and well-equipped kitchen. Guests appreciate the clean, comfortable lodges and the pet-friendly atmosphere. The site features a lovely bar and restaurant, adding to the convenience. Some minor issues with maintenance and seating comfort were noted, but overall, the experience is highly recommended for a peaceful and enjoyable break.
The lodge generally receives high praise for cleanliness, with several reviews mentioning it being clean and tidy. There was, however, a single mention of dog hairs, suggesting a slight room for improvement.
While the reviews speak positively about the beauty of the location, there is insufficient detail to accurately score the location. No specific attributes of the location are consistently mentioned.
Comfort is well-regarded, especially the beds, but some guests found the lounge seating to be less comfortable. The mix of positive and negative feedback on seating leads to a good but not excellent score.
Facilities are generally good with a well-equipped kitchen and good showers, but there are several mentions of maintenance issues and a need for additional utensils and seating, which affects the score.
Guests have noted thoughtful touches like doggie packs, indicating a considerate approach. However, as gifts are not guaranteed and there's a mention of a deteriorated welcome pack, the score reflects this variability.
With far reaching views of the English countryside and all the home comforts you can think of, this two-bedroom lodge is perfect for a relaxing family break. The open-plan living/dining/kitchen area is light and airy with ceiling to floor windows, comfortable seating, and kitchen area with breakfast bar. The master bedroom includes its own en suite shower room, and the second bedroom is a twin. Enjoy your morning coffee or dine on the decking in the warmer months and take in the beautiful surroundings.
Images are representative and may not be the specific accommodation assigned on booking.. Rivendale Lodge Retreat is part of our Evermore Lodge Holidays Collection. In the heart of the Peak District National Park, Rivendale Lodge Retreat offers luxurious lodge and treehouse accommodation, perfect for breaks away in this beautiful part of the UK. With walks and cycle trails from the park, perfect for your furry friend to enjoy, and for those muddy paws there’s a dog wash available. Rivendale Lodge Retreat is ideal for a family holiday, the Peak District has lots to offer, with walking, cycling, horse riding, climbing, fishing and water sports, something for everyone.
Dovedale nature reserve is famous for its steppingstones a hot spot for fossil hunters. On the Tissington Trail you explore some of Englands most scenic countryside, with trails and cycle ways for all ages. Or take a spectacular cable car ride on the Heights of Abraham to the award-winning park with adventure playgrounds, Masson Pavilion Film Theatre, guided show caverns and woodland walks. For something different, a 45-minute guided walk through the spectacular Poole’s Cavern and Buxton Park Poole’s Cavern, the most spectacular natural cavern in the Peak District. Famous for its unique crystal formations including the longest stalactite formation in the area.
Gulliver’s Kingdom Amusement Park, for family fun has a drop tower, play area and log flume, set in a stunning hillside location. If you like escape rooms, you’ll love The Hunt Team Adventure Park, with three different mission types, spy game, post-apocalyptic or mythical, all with their own escape room style clues and challenges. Rivendale Lodge Retreat is perfectly placed with Birmingham 1¼ hours, London and Cardiff 3 hours and Manchester 1 hour.. Rivendale Lodge Retreat is part of our Evermore Lodge Holidays Collection. In the heart of the Peak District National Park, Rivendale Lodge Retreat offers luxurious lodge and treehouse accommodation, perfect for breaks away in this beautiful part of the UK. With walks and cycle trails from the park, perfect for your furry friend to enjoy, and for those muddy paws there’s a dog wash available. Rivendale Lodge Retreat is ideal for a family holiday, the Peak District has lots to offer, with walking, cycling, horse riding, climbing, fishing and water sports, something for everyone.
Dovedale nature reserve is famous for its steppingstones a hot spot for fossil hunters. On the Tissington Trail you explore some of Englands most scenic countryside, with trails and cycle ways for all ages. Or take a spectacular cable car ride on the Heights of Abraham to the award-winning park with adventure playgrounds, Masson Pavilion Film Theatre, guided show caverns and woodland walks. For something different, a 45-minute guided walk through the spectacular Poole’s Cavern and Buxton Park Poole’s Cavern, the most spectacular natural cavern in the Peak District. Famous for its unique crystal formations including the longest stalactite formation in the area.
Gulliver’s Kingdom Amusement Park, for family fun has a drop tower, play area and log flume, set in a stunning hillside location. If you like escape rooms, you’ll love The Hunt Team Adventure Park, with three different mission types, spy game, post-apocalyptic or mythical, all with their own escape room style clues and challenges. Rivendale Lodge Retreat is perfectly placed with Birmingham 1¼ hours, London and Cardiff 3 hours and Manchester 1 hour.. Pets Welcome
Shop
Restaurant & Bar - advance booking recommended.
Delivery Service
Dog Wash
Bike Wash. Opening times and dates of the on site facilities will vary throughout the year, without prior notice.
Arrival Information: Darwin Escapes check-in’s are available from 16:00. If you are likely to arrive later than 18:00, please call our resort reception team on 01335 310 441 to let them know. Please note any guests under the age of 18 needs to be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
Departure Information: Check out time is at 10:00am on the day of your departure. Darwin Escapes kindly ask that you leave your accommodation as you found it.
Hot Tub Information: Please note due to water change and maintenance your hot tub may not be up to the correct temperature when you first arrive. By using the hot tub you are agreeing to Darwin Escapes’ terms and conditions, and agreeing that you have read their hot tub safety information, found here.
Travel cot hire: You can request a travel cot on your booking. Please note, there is no bedding provided and the mattresses are folding, thin and firm and is provided by manufacturer. We require you to follow the safety instructions, which state not to use a secondary mattress or any padded bedding such as pillows or quilts. You must bring your own bedding (e.g infant sleep bags). Please contact reception for mattress dimensions should you require. For further information on safe sleeping in travel cots please refer to information available from sites such as the Lullaby Trust. Important travel COT information Manufacturers instructions are provided at the point of issue and cots are cleaned in line with these after each use. Please also be aware that travel cots may not fit in double/master bedrooms in selected units, please call reception on 01335 310441 for more information if a cot is needed.
Pets: Please make sure that you have included your pet in your booking. If your pet is not included, Darwin Escapes will either relocate you to a pet-friendly lodge, if there is one available, or holds the right to refuse access to the resort. You may be liable for any charges incurred.
Resort Facilities: Rivendale’s restaurant is currently working at a reduced capacity and pre-booking for food is essential. Please book by calling the resort reception on 01335 310 441.
Additional Information: Please note your car registration number will be requested upon arrival for Rivendale’s security barrier system. Please read Darwin Escapes’ park rules found here.
Group Bookings/Party Types: A security deposit may be requested on arrival.
Work Parties: No Work vehicles or Workwear will be permitted on site. Un-authorised Work Parties will not be allowed to stay.
Can I park next to the accommodation - No, parking is allocated in small carparks around the resort.
Additional extra’s: Bathrobes are available to hire for £5.00 per bathrobe. Please note bathrobes are only available on a request basis when you arrive at the park. A £10.00 refundable security deposit will be payable to the reception on arrival (cash only)
Explore by bus from Rivendale Lodge Retreat - Wayfarer bus passes which are valid from 01 August to 02 September 2024 – each Wayfarer card is a group ticket valid for travel for 2 adults and up to 3 children. The ticket will be valid for the duration of their stay. We’re delighted to be working with Visit Peak District & Derbyshire and Derbyshire County Council to offer you the opportunity to explore our fabulous destination by bus this August with a free bus ticket available for the duration of your stay. Brand new for this year is the extended Peak Sightseer open top bus – route details can be found here. The complimentary Wayfarer ticket will not cover this service but will provide guests with a discounted rate £5.50 per person. Subject to T&C’s – Please contact the park directly for further information.
Any guests staying on 21st October 2025 there will be a national grid power outtage from 8:30am-4:30pm on this day only.
Eric
Really enjoyable break
Sharon
Lodge was clean tidy, very well equipped with everything you need for the perfect break away.
Vicki
The location was beautiful as was the lodge, it was comfortable and the facilities were good! The main desk even gave a courtesy call on our arrival. However there were some issues with one of the main light switches that was very intermittent! There was also evidently a spider nest behind the sink basin in the main bathroom and when trying to remove the baby spiders it was obvious that behind the sink had not been cleaned for some time.
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