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OfferRambler camping pod
From £50
2 people maximum 
9.7/10
49 reviews 
Wifi at the unit/pitch Please bring your own bed linen, towels, duvets, pillows and cooking equipment.
Year of manufacture: 2018
1 room
Open space 1 x Double bed
No toilets in the unit: shared facilities available.
No showers in the unit: shared facilities available.
Features
Car 1 included, 1 max. Dog(s) allowed 0 included, 2 max. Electric heater(s) Gas and electricity included Kettle Power socket(s) Wifi at the unit/pitch Other restrictions
Car parking by pitch not allowed
Bed linen not provided
Current offers
- 10% off Easter Offer
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Extras
| Dog (2 max) | £2 per night |
You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.
Availability
| Your booking From £50 | |
Based on 1 night, 2 adults | |
| 2 adults |
Choose your dates and party size to see pricing and availability.
Ernest’s Retreat
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Reviews
99% would recommend this site to a friend
99% would stay here again
What customers say
This is a highly recommended, clean and peaceful site offering great value. Visitors praise the friendly and helpful owners, the well-maintained facilities, and the stunning views. Pods and cabins are consistently described as warm, cosy, comfortable, and spacious, with thoughtful touches like tea and coffee provisions. The dog-friendly nature of the site is a significant plus. Minor points include the hot showers and occasionally slippery steps.
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Great site, good pitches.
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Glamper camping pod
Liked Lovely space, clean pod and good facilities closeby.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Lovely stay, it was a great location for hiking.
Camping cabin
Liked Really great place, clean facilities, bought a fire pit bundle which was great and worth £15 for a nice cosy evening toasting marshmallows. We will definitely come back again.
Disliked Where our hut was positioned it was very close to the ones infront so we didn't get much privacy while sat outside. Which was fine but we had two families joined together and they were quite noisy and playing music. Not a fault of the retreat but was a bit rubbish.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Excellent cabins! Lovely friendly staff and a beautiful part of the UK
Camping cabin
Liked Lovely cosy cabins with a beautiful view. Very quiet and calm area. Clean toilets and showers! Only thing to say is the men's showers were unbearably hot so think they need looking at. Other than that, a perfect stay. Comfy bed too :)
Recommend to friends Visit again
Fantastic site with beautiful views
Camping cabin
Liked This is the second time we have stayed and we still absolutely love it. Beautiful location, such incredible views to wake up to or to sit and around the fire pit and look at. The cabin had a great amount of space for the 4 of us with the children's beds set up all the time. Toilet and showers are clean and warm! Perfect 2 nights away for our family, both of the children loved it.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Fantastic location, views, customer service, and value for money.
Rambler camping pod
Liked The site is in a perfect location with stunning views across the peak district. The accommodation was clean, there is information about the area and everything you need for your stay, including a heater and kettle. The showers were clean, hot and powerful. Would definitely recommend and return 👌 👍
Disliked Tiny negative, the shower was too hot at times and you can not adjust the temperature.
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Simple booking in process, welcoming. Fantastic…
Camping cabin
Liked Simple booking in process, welcoming. Fantastic views 😍
Recommend to friends Visit again
Excellent site
Glamper camping pod
Liked Lovely clean tidy pod, shower and toilets spotless, was nice and quiet and hosts were great. Tea hot chocolate and coffee and a couple of biscuits was provided.
Disliked Nothing
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Pete was friendly, clean facilities…
Camping cabin
Liked Pete was friendly, clean facilities
Disliked Nothing
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Nice location with a great view.…
Glamper camping pod
Liked Nice location with a great view. Cleaned and maintained the toilet and pitch area well. Very comfortable beds; warm inside the glamp, as a heated radiator was provided.
Disliked I slipped on the stairs as I was leaving the house. The patio and steps were rickety and very slippery due to the rain and a slight frost that morning, so everyone was very careful. Unfortunately, I was unlucky and now I have a large bruise on my back and some pain.
I would recommend this place, however the owner should install anty slip tape on the steps.
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Value for money, well located if…
Glamper camping pod
Liked Value for money, well located if coming up from the south
Recommend to friends Visit again
Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradiseUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal freezer Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Farm Small (11-25 pitches)Nearby leisure
Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearbyLocation
Ernest’s Retreat
Highashes Lane
Stonedge Ashover
Chesterfield
Derbyshire
England
S45 0LH
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
53.19417°N
1.48543°W
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Must see
Chatsworth 5.7 mi
Arkwright's Cromford Mills 6.5 mi
Sir Richard Arkwright's Masson Mills 6.5 mi
Haddon Hall 7.2 mi
Hardwick Old Hall 7.5 mi
National Trust
Winster Market House 7.4 mi
Hardwick Hall 7.5 mi
Hardwick Estate: Stainsby Mill 7.5 mi
Kedleston Hall 16.4 mi
Mr Straw's House 17.4 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Eddlestow - Uppertown - Spitewinter - Kelstedge 2.4 mi
Eddlestow Lot - Milltown - Ashover - Kelstedge loop 2.4 mi
Wadshelf - Linacre - Barlow - Cutthorpe - Wadshelf 2.7 mi
SYDNOPE HALL 3.3 mi
QUEEN'S PARK, CHESTERFIELD 3.4 mi
Local events
- Download Festival (Wednesday, 10 June 2026 – Wednesday, 10 June 2026)
Derby, Derbyshire 25.7 mi
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Offers
- 10% off Easter Offer
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- 10% off Easter Offer
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- 10% off Easter Offer
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Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Ernest’s Retreat have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Ernest’s Retreat dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Ernest’s Retreat? Exploration of the Peak District doesn’t have to mean pulling on those walking boots, slapping on a helmet or doing your best Toad of Toad Hall impressions in a classic car – … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Ernest’s Retreat?
Read moreOn-site accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 6 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Ernest’s Retreat? From £50 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.