Title: Pass the Keys | Idyllic Historical Country Retreat in Elkstone - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Pass the Keys | Idyllic Historical Country Retreat in Elkstone Vacation home in Buxton with kitchen and fireplace ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112530000/112524300/112524242/60496fdf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112530000/112524300/112524242/bf881397.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112530000/112524300/112524242/75e0f622.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112530000/112524300/112524242/95c0ae46.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112530000/112524300/112524242/a31703de.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Pass the Keys | Idyllic Historical Country Retreat in Elkstone provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1604 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Pet-friendly - Fireplace - Outdoor space - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Pass the Keys | Idyllic Historical Country Retreat in Elkstone Peak District Paradise: Your Ultimate Nature Retreat! Stunning 3-bed sanctuary sleeps 6, dog-friendly, with panoramic countryside views. Modern kitchen, cosy log burners, expansive patio perfect for post-hike relaxation. Hiking trails at your doorstep, breathtaking landscapes in every direction. Ideal for adventurers, families, and nature enthusiasts seeking tranquility. Secure your escape now! Check our available dates and transform your getaway into an unforgettable Peak District experience! Parking is signed at the front of the property with a gravelled area for several cars. With another space at the main front gate. You will enter the property by the side door into the dual aspect kitchen with views over The Peak District. Here you will turn right in to the dining area which seats 6, walking on the original parquet floors from William Morris’s studio. This room leads into the the lounge. Both of these rooms have wood-burners for cosy evenings, along with mainstream TV & on demand via an Amazon Firestick Upstairs 1 x king bed 1 x double bed 1 x single bed 1 x family bathroom with large clawfoot bath tub and separate shower. From the kitchen you will also have access to the 3rd bedroom, which is located on the patio floor. This has a double bed & ensuite with a bath, WC and toilet. In addition, you’ll find a large and separate laundry room with washer, dryer, dishwasher, sink and storage. This is a great space for kicking off your boots and coats to dry in those rainier months. Guests have access to all part of the main house. Guests have access to all parts of the main house, built by Sir Joseph Salt, with a little help from the Duke of Devonshire. There is parking at the property, a sunken front garden with a natural waterfall, amazing views, and patios to both sides of the property to sit and relax in the shade, or watch the stars at night. You will have direct access to miles of National Park footpaths from within the gardens. We have a two acre nature reserve with 700 newly planted trees and rush meadows along the side of the drive - we’d respectfully ask that dogs are leashed on the footpath when using the footpath through that area. We welcome well behaved pets. We do however ask that pets are not allowed on soft furnishings or upstairs for hygiene reasons. An extra fee may be incurred if any items are soiled or damaged. Feel free to bring along your pet beds and blankets. The utility room is plenty big enough for several dog beds etc. The property has two log burning stoves, so please feel free to bring along fuel to enjoy cosy evenings Due to the remote rural location and 450 year age of our home, we respectfully request that you embrace the occasional visitor, be it a spider or our resident barn owl. IMPORTANT: On behalf of our host at Pass the Keys, we require guest verification facilitated by Truvi. Upon confirming your booking, Truvi will contact the lead booker via a secure link, providing detailed instructions for the verification process. The online verification requires a government-issued photo ID. Once the verification process is successfully completed, check-in information will be provided. Pets - allowed Smoking - not allowed ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,604 square feet ## Similar properties ![Smart TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104090000/104086900/104086882/99fd9e71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Picturesque Luxury Retreat near Bakewell Over Haddon - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=104086882&PinnedHotelID=104086882&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37970000/37965800/37965728/aa52d800.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Self Catering Holiday Bungalow in Ilam near Dovedale Ashbourne - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 170 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=37965728&PinnedHotelID=37965728&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106740000/106737000/106736991/a00f9f2a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quintessential Cottage in the Heart of Bakewell | Pass The Keys Bakewell - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=106736991&PinnedHotelID=106736991&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109720000/109715200/109715128/f5cf620d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 bedroom accommodation in Tideswell, near Buxton Tideswell, near Buxton - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=109715128&PinnedHotelID=109715128&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31390000/31385900/31385863/dca59245.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Roaches Cottages Leek - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 79 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=31385863&PinnedHotelID=31385863&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33580000/33578500/33578451/28d55e72.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 5\* STUNNING LUXURIOUS BEAMED COTTAGE - SECLUDED PEACEFUL PEAK DISTRICT LOCATION Leek - Hot tub - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Tennis court 10 Exceptional 51 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=33578451&PinnedHotelID=33578451&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38260000/38257400/38257320/784ccb5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Swallow Cottage is a coverted barn Ashbourne - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.0 Wonderful 40 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=38257320&PinnedHotelID=38257320&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112110000/112106600/112106530/25e5306a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stunning House - Sleeps 7 - BUXTON - pet friendly Buxton - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Parking available 8.0 Very good 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=112106530&PinnedHotelID=112106530&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36020000/36013100/36013039/abad0a60.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tranquil Period Cottage On The Edge Of Tideswell, 5 mins stroll to centre. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 3931437 ## About the area Buxton is home to this vacation home. Foxlowe Arts Centre and Buxton Opera House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Alton Towers and Mad-Renaline Activities. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Harrison Park or Northwood Stadium. [Visit our Buxton travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Buxton.dx4592) [View more Vacation homes in Buxton](https://www.expedia.ca/Buxton-Private-Vacation-Homes.d4592-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C53.12827%2C-1.91891&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=TNLbBySkK02OIWJKFRXcGbnwpPs=) Elkstone ### What's nearby - Peak Wildlife Park - 19 min drive - 12.9 km - Pavilion Gardens - 25 min drive - 26.6 km - Buxton Opera House - 25 min drive - 26.9 km - The Crescent - 25 min drive - 26.9 km - Alton Towers - 26 min drive - 24.2 km ### Getting around - Blythe Bridge Station - 28 min drive - Manchester Airport (MAN) - 69 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Priory - ‬11 min drive - ‪Ye Olde Royal Oak Inn - ‬15 min drive - ‪The Cottage Kitchen Country Cafe - ‬12 min drive - ‪The Cobbles Coffee Shop - ‬11 min drive - ‪The Three Horseshoes Inn - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Pass the Keys | Idyllic Historical Country Retreat in Elkstone pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### Where is Pass the Keys | Idyllic Historical Country Retreat in Elkstone located? > Situated in Buxton, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Peak District National Park, Foxlowe Arts Centre, and Harrison Park. Ladderedge Country Park and Mad-Renaline Activities are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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