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New Elms Farmhouse is a spacious holiday home in Derbyshire that sleeps up to 8 guests. This property sits in the countryside near Melbourne. The private hot tub makes it perfect for groups wanting to relax together after days out exploring.

The farmhouse sits in peaceful rural surroundings. You get proper countryside views across open fields. The location gives you easy access to both Derbyshire and Leicestershire attractions.

The accommodation includes four bedrooms across the property. There are two bathrooms to serve your group. The main living areas feature a large kitchen-diner where everyone can gather. A separate lounge provides additional space for the group to spread out.

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About New Elms Farmhouse

New Elms Farmhouse is a spacious holiday home in Derbyshire that sleeps up to 8 guests. This property sits in the countryside near Melbourne. The private hot tub makes it perfect for groups wanting to relax together after days out exploring.

The farmhouse sits in peaceful rural surroundings. You get proper countryside views across open fields. The location gives you easy access to both Derbyshire and Leicestershire attractions.

The accommodation includes four bedrooms across the property. There are two bathrooms to serve your group. The main living areas feature a large kitchen-diner where everyone can gather. A separate lounge provides additional space for the group to spread out. Off-road parking for multiple vehicles means no fighting over spaces.

Calke Abbey (4 miles, 10 minutes) offers historic house tours and parkland walks. Conkers (8 miles, 15 minutes) provides indoor and outdoor activities. Twycross Zoo (12 miles, 20 minutes) houses over 500 animals. Derby city centre (10 miles, 25 minutes) has museums and shopping.

New Elms Farmhouse works brilliantly for multi-family breaks or friend reunions. The hot tub and spacious layout let groups enjoy quality time together.

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Local Insights: New Elms Farmhouse

Unique information you won't find on booking sites

Melbourne, Derbyshire

Weather & Local Conditions

14°C

Partly cloudy

Updated: 13 Jul 2026, 3:06am

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14.40°C
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19 km/h
Wind Speed
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77%
Humidity
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Packing Tip: UK weather can turn quickly, so pack layers whatever the forecast. A waterproof and sturdy shoes mean the whole group can head out whatever July throws at you.

What to Expect Through the Year

  • ✓ May - September: Warmest, longest days - ideal for big group days out, gardens and BBQs
  • ✓ October - November: Crisp autumn colour, cosy evenings by the fire, quieter attractions
  • ✓ December - February: Perfect for a snug winter escape - great for Christmas and New Year gatherings
  • ✓ March - April: Spring blooms, longer evenings returning, wildlife becoming active
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Rainy Day Tip: A large cottage comes into its own on wet days - board games, a long lunch and a film with the whole group beat a cramped hotel any day. Check the tabs here for nearby pubs and attractions with indoor options.

Dark Skies & Stargazing

New Elms Farmhouse sits in a location with genuinely dark skies - a real treat for a group, and something you rarely get at home in town.

Bortle Scale Rating

The Bortle scale measures night sky darkness from 1 (darkest) to 9 (brightest urban):

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Class 4 - Rural/suburban transition
This location's dark sky rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

The Milky Way is visible overhead, though light domes may be visible on the horizon towards larger towns.

The Milky Way is visible on clear, moonless nights.

Best Stargazing Conditions

  • ✓ New Moon periods: Darkest skies, best Milky Way visibility
  • ✓ Winter months: Earlier darkness, crisper skies, Orion constellation prominent
  • ✓ After 11pm: Neighbouring lights typically switched off
  • ✓ Allow 20 minutes: Let your eyes adjust to darkness before looking up
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Pro Tip: Download a stargazing app like "Sky Map" or "Star Walk" before arrival. Mobile signal can be limited, and these apps work offline - a fun activity to share with the whole group.

Location & Elevation

56m

(184 feet above sea level)

New Elms Farmhouse sits in a peaceful Derbyshire setting - space to spread out and the perfect base for a group getaway.

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Melbourne
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What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

  • ✓ Fresher air: Expect it a touch cooler than coastal areas - bracing walks and restful sleep
  • ✓ Clearer air: Less pollution and haze, better views and stargazing
  • ✓ Morning mists: Valley fog sometimes forms below, creating magical sunrise views
  • ✓ Walking access: Higher starting point means shorter climbs to hilltops and summits
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Driving Note: The roads to Melbourne are typical Derbyshire lanes - narrow in places with passing spots. If the group is arriving in several cars, share the postcode and a meeting point in advance.

Coordinates

Latitude: 52.8337589° N | Longitude: 1.4219896° W

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Today's sun times for Melbourne (Monday, 13 July 2026):

3:54am

Sunrise

7:27pm

Golden Hour

8:27pm

Sunset

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Planning Your Days by Season

  • ✓ Summer (Jun-Aug): Sunset around 9:30-10pm - long days for group walks, days out and late alfresco dinners
  • ✓ Autumn (Sep-Nov): Sunset 5-7pm - perfect timing for an after-dinner drink as the stars come out
  • ✓ Winter (Dec-Feb): Sunset around 4pm - cosy early evenings by the fire, ideal for stargazing
  • ✓ Spring (Mar-May): Sunset 6-9pm - watch the evenings grow longer each day
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Golden Hour: For the best light, plan your group photo or evening walk around golden hour (7:27pm). The warm colours make for lovely holiday photos before you head back in for dinner.

July Daylight

This month in Melbourne, you have approximately 16.55 hours of daylight. The long summer days mean plenty of time for group adventures before a relaxed evening back at the cottage.

Practical Essentials

Everything the group needs to know before you arrive at New Elms Farmhouse.

Mobile Phone Signal

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Signal Strength

Good

Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.

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Signal Tip: All major networks should work well here.

Nearest Essentials

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Arrival Tip: Fill up with fuel before you arrive - petrol stations can be sparse in rural Derbyshire. With a larger group it's worth doing one big supermarket shop on the way, especially if arriving late.

Family & Fun

Data updated: 13 Jul 2026 | Location: 52.8337589, -1.4219896

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at New Elms Farmhouse

Private Hot Tub

Perfect for unwinding after exploring Derbyshire. The hot tub seats your whole group and provides year-round relaxation in private surroundings.

Sleeps 10 Guests

Five bedrooms mean multi-family groups and friend reunions have plenty of space. Everyone gets proper sleeping arrangements without compromising on comfort.

Countryside Location

Peaceful rural setting with open field views. You get proper countryside quiet whilst staying close to Derbyshire and Leicestershire attractions.

Multiple Bathrooms

Three bathrooms serve 10 guests comfortably. No morning queues or bathroom battles when your group is getting ready for days out.

Spacious Social Areas

Large kitchen-diner and separate lounge mean groups can cook together and relax. Everyone has room to gather without feeling cramped or crowded.

Ample Parking

Off-road parking for multiple vehicles makes arrival stress-free. Groups arriving in separate cars all get convenient parking right at the property.

Getting To New Elms Farmhouse

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach New Elms Farmhouse by car, take the A514 towards Melbourne and follow signs for the local area. The property is easily accessible from major routes and you'll have convenient off-road parking for multiple vehicles upon arrival.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Derby, approximately 10 miles away. From there, a taxi will take you directly to the property through the Derbyshire countryside.

Off-road parking for multiple cars
Derby station (10 miles)
Easily accessible from the A514

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Calke Abbey
Distance: 4 miles
DE73 7LE
Conkers Activity Centre
Distance: 8 miles
DE12 6GA
Twycross Zoo
Distance: 12 miles
CV9 3PX
Calke Abbey Parkland
Distance: 4 miles
DE73 7LE
Melbourne Pool
Distance: 2 miles
DE73 8EN
National Forest Way
Distance: 5 miles
DE12 6GA
Melbourne Town Centre
Distance: 2 miles
DE73 8JZ
Derby City Centre
Distance: 10 miles
DE1 2PL
East Midlands Designer Outlet
Distance: 15 miles
NG10 4LD
Melbourne Hall Gardens
Distance: 2 miles
DE73 8EN
Donington Park Racing Circuit
Distance: 6 miles
DE74 2RP
Derby Museum and Art Gallery
Distance: 10 miles
DE1 1BS
Calke Abbey
Distance: 4 miles
DE73 7LE
Conkers Activity Centre
Distance: 8 miles
DE12 6GA
Twycross Zoo
Distance: 12 miles
CV9 3PX
Calke Abbey Parkland
Distance: 4 miles
DE73 7LE
Melbourne Pool
Distance: 2 miles
DE73 8EN
National Forest Way
Distance: 5 miles
DE12 6GA
Melbourne Town Centre
Distance: 2 miles
DE73 8JZ
Derby City Centre
Distance: 10 miles
DE1 2PL
East Midlands Designer Outlet
Distance: 15 miles
NG10 4LD
Melbourne Hall Gardens
Distance: 2 miles
DE73 8EN
Donington Park Racing Circuit
Distance: 6 miles
DE74 2RP
Derby Museum and Art Gallery
Distance: 10 miles
DE1 1BS

Is New Elms Farmhouse Right For Your Group

Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family reunion...

For Families
Children will enjoy the outdoor space around the farmhouse for games and exploration. The hot tub provides entertainment for older kids under supervision. Nearby Conkers offers indoor and outdoor play areas with adventure playgrounds. Twycross Zoo makes an excellent family day out with hundreds of animals to see. The peaceful countryside setting gives kids room to run around safely.
Groups Will Love...
The private hot tub is the star feature for groups at New Elms Farmhouse. Up to six people can soak together in the outdoor tub after days exploring Derbyshire. The hot tub works year-round and sits in a private area of the garden. Evening soaks under the stars become a highlight of your group break. It's the perfect spot for catching up with friends or family.
Pet Friendly
New Elms Farmhouse welcomes pets so your dog can join the group holiday. The countryside location provides excellent walking opportunities straight from the door. Open fields surround the property giving dogs space to exercise and explore. Calke Abbey parkland sits just 4 miles away with extensive grounds for longer walks. Check with the owner about the number of pets allowed and any specific requirements.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at New Elms Farmhouse

The Chip and Pin

Located 2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DE73 8JZ

Bay Tree Restaurant

Located 2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DE73 8HJ

The Crewe and Harpur

Located 2.5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DE73 8DW

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about New Elms Farmhouse

How many guests does New Elms Farmhouse sleep?
The property sleeps 10 guests across five bedrooms. Three bathrooms serve the group comfortably throughout your stay.
Is New Elms Farmhouse pet friendly?
Yes, pets are welcome at this property. Check with the owner regarding the number of pets allowed and any additional charges.
What are the sleeping arrangements?
The farmhouse has five bedrooms configured to sleep 10 people. Specific bedroom layouts should be confirmed when booking to ensure they suit your group.
Does the property have a hot tub?
Yes, there is a private hot tub available for guests. This outdoor facility can be enjoyed throughout the year in the peaceful countryside setting.
How many cars can park at the property?
Off-road parking is available for multiple vehicles. This makes it convenient for groups arriving in separate cars from different locations.
What cooking facilities are available?
The large kitchen-diner is fully equipped for group catering. You can prepare meals together with plenty of space for everyone to gather around.
Where is New Elms Farmhouse located?
The property sits in the Derbyshire countryside near Melbourne. You get easy access to attractions in both Derbyshire and Leicestershire from this location.
What attractions are nearby?
Calke Abbey is 4 miles away with historic tours and parkland. Conkers activity centre sits 8 miles away whilst Twycross Zoo is 12 miles from the property.

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New Elms Farmhouse Reviews

The farmhouse was stunning! So beautifully presented and ideal for a long weekend away celebrating a special occasion. The view from the hot tub was fab and the place was filled with all the amenities you need. The Staleys were fantastic hosts, really responsive and helpful throughout our stay which was hugely appreciated they even left a birthday card and put a banner for my Mum who we were surprising plus, a gorgeous hamper too! Would highly recommend booking, we'd love to go back in the summer to make the most of the outdoor area! Thanks so much for a wonderful stay
Kirsty
Do not hesitate to book this property, you will not regret staying here trust me. We had the most amazing weekend stay here for a girlie get togetherbirthday. The house is clean, spacious, warm & the view's are just beautiful. The beds were super comfy too. The owner's were very attentive if needed but not intrusive to say they lived next door. The welcome basket was a very nice touch & a bday card & chocolates. We will definitely be booking again & already had a couple of inquiries of where we stayed from friend's who would like to also
The house was even better than the images, finished to a high standard, with great views from the back of the property, would highly recommend. there are a number of great walks from the house and the walk into Melbourne was only 15 mins too.
Jacqueline
Absolutely beautiful farmhouse in a stunning location! The property was spotlessly clean and finished to a very high spec. Perfect for a relaxing getaway, with wonderful dog walks right from the doorstep. We couldnt have asked for more highly recommended!
Great place for a 3 generation family holiday. The house is perfect, clean and spacious it's exactly as described in the details and has everything we needed for a very comfortable stay. The welcome basket was much appreciated especially since I'd forgotten to pack ground coffee! Ali is a lovely, friendly host, proactive and very responsive, she gave us plenty of suggestions for places to visit to suit our party. The local, child friendly,pub is within easy walking distance and the cycle way proved a great favourite with the youngsters. Lots of NT locations to visit nearby too. Can't praise New Elms Farmhouse enough, we'd not hesitate to try and book it again if we're planning another visit to this beautiful area.
Weve just returned from New Elms Farmhouse after a week of celebrations for my special birthday. I couldnt have asked for any more. The house is wonderful, warm, has the most amazing views and fantastic hot tub. Everything in the house is to a high standard and so comfortable. Ali the owner lives next door with her family and is so lovely, she couldnt do enough to make us all feel welcome and anything we needed was sorted, I even had some lovely flowers and chocolates left for my birthday, thank you so much. We had brilliant weather and enjoyed sitting in garden, having birthday bbqs and watching the little horses mooch around the field, so relaxing. We visited Bluebells farm with the grandchildren which was close by and would highly recommend. Just want to say thank you and will hopefully visit again in the future. X
Christine
We have stayed in many holiday cottages, and this is certainly the best and the best by a good margin. The cottage is spacious, spotless, and beautifully furnished. The setting is spectacular, the garden with hot tub and the grounds and paddock are a delight. We enjoyed meeting the animals and looking out every day over such lovely countryside. Ali was the perfect host, attentive without intruding and her welcome gift basket was much appreciated. Thank you Ali for a perfect stay.
Richard
A week of total relaxation. So comfortable. And our host Ali ? Well. If wed have asked her to tuck us up in bed and sing us a lullaby, she would have!
We had a lovely break, the views from patio and hot tub area was great. The area is still under improvement so small children and pets require supervision but we had no issue with this. The children loved meeting the horses and the owners were accommodating when we had an query. They live next door but never intruded and we're there to help if needed. We had all we needed and the area had lots for the children and dogs to keep us all happy. The farmhouse was beautiful and we would stay again which says everything.
Rebecca
Everything about our stay here was perfect. The property is spotless, roomy, beautiful and has everything you need. The views spectacular. Hot tub obviously a winner! Only a 20 minute walk to Melbourne. Ali is an absolutely perfect hostess. Provided us with excellent advice on local restaurants and places to go. Meeting Seren, Aria and Layla an added bonus We had the best family holiday to suit all ages and I absolutely recommend staying here . We had the most amazing stay.
We had a lovely stay at this property and the host was very welcoming and couldn't do enough to make our stay enjoyable. The property was immaculate and we'll be visiting again in the future. Thoroughly recommended.
What an incredible property. Immaculately clean, fitted out to the highest quality. Equipped with everything you could need, and views to die for! The hosts were absolutely lovely, leaving a card & balloon when they discovered we were there for our sons 21st. Would totally recommend, and will definitely return. Thank you for an amazing stay!
We loved our stay in this amazing property. It was comfortable and had beautiful views of the countryside. The garden and hot tub were a real bonus as we the hosts who went out of their way to make us feel comfortable, welcome and ensure that we had everything that we needed. The kids even got to meet their animals which was a highlight for them. We would definitely recommend this property.
5 Stars Perfect Girly Getaway! We had the most amazing stay at this beautiful cottage for a girly getaway with two kids, and it couldnt have been more perfect. From the moment we arrived, everything felt so cozy and welcoming. The cottage was spotless, stylish, and had everything we needed to relax and enjoy ourselves. A special mention has to go to Alison, who was absolutely lovely! She made us feel right at home and even took the time to let us and the kids visit her horses such a thoughtful and memorable touch that made our stay even more special. It was the ideal mix of peaceful countryside vibes and quality time with the girls and some muchneeded fresh air for the little ones too!. We honestly didnt want to leave and are already planning our next visit. Highly recommend!
Patrick
Hi I went For A Break To Celebrate My Birthday And Also Have Some Peace And Relaxation As I Care For My Elderly Mother Who Has Dementia My Mother Also Came With Us Amd My Partner And Two Teenage Boys . Firstly On Arrival We Were Greated warmly By The Host who Explained Everything we Needed to Know About How To Settle In .The Farm Itself Has Picturesque Views That Instantly Brings You To A Level Off Calmness .The Farm Is Amazing And The Photos Dosent Do It Justice Only Because You Need to see It With Your Own Eyes . During The Short stay We Felt at Ease Through Out Left To Relax As We Wished But Had The Excellent Owners Help If We Needed Anything At All They Were Approachable And Helpfull and Caring was Brilliant With My Mother Also And Reconised That Mum Was Forgetfull With Who They Were Thankyou Both Felt Very At Ease Straight Away .The Farm Has Everything You Would Need And More Clean And Fresh outside Area Amazing Lots Off Little Places To Have Alone Time . Please If Anyone Gets The Chance to Experience A Hoilday Or Short Break Jump At The Opportunity To Stay Here Thankyou Soooo Much And We Will Be Back As We all Enjoyed It So Much Keep Up The Good work Proberly The Best Place Ive Stayed In This Country Its a Credit To You Regards Paddy and Family X
We had a wonderful time staying at this property, and the layout and ground were perfect for the families staying. Gorgeous views and well kitted out, with lots of space for little ones! Communication from the owners was second to none, with lots of recommendations to share would definitely recommend!
Amazing stay for a group of friends 40th birthdays. Beautiful house in beautiful surroundings. Everything we needed and more, so much space yet still felt intimate. Our host was fantastic and made us feel so welcome. Thoroughly recommend and we definitely look to return again next year. Thanks you
The Elms was first class, everything was catered for, could not of asked for anything more as it was all thought of. The welcome basket was fantastic, as were the gifts and birthday banners for my sister. The views and grounds were stunning, Ali and her family made us feel so welcome. This is a truly magical place to relax unwind and be in the moment. Cant recommend it enough, we have already booked for longer next time.
Elizabeth
The cottage is absolutely beautiful. It has stunning grounds and scenery, we spent the evenings enjoying the gardens, barbecuing and relaxing in the hot tub. The cottage was immaculately clean, lovely white bedding and towels, really comfortable beds that ensured we all slept really well. We were there with grandparents, adult children and grandchildren, everyone had an amazing time. The location is ideal, lovely walks, plenty of sight seeing and 35 minutes drive to Alton towers ! It's a place to go to all year round, in the winter I can imagine sitting in front of the log burner admiring the amazing skylines with a mulled wine ! The hosts were so welcoming and were happy to let the children visit the horses at feeding time. We cannot recommend this enough, it was a pleasure to stay there !
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