Dovedale, with its stepping stones across the River Dove is probably the most photographed image in the Peak District and the site best remembered by visitors who come to enjoy the walking and hiking in the area; in fact it is one of the five most visited places in the Peaks. The stepping stones are perhaps the most famous feature of Dovedale and attract thousands of visitors every year. They were originally built in the Victorian era to enable tourists to cross the River Dove and continue to serve this purpose today. To make the most of this glorious dale, which is owned by the National Trust, you want to be able to stay somewhere that gives you the freedom to come and go and the comfort of well-appointed accommodation to a high standard. Dovedale Barn Accommodation ticks all of these boxes and will provide a great base from which to explore the Peak District. With its limestone outcrops and tranquil woodlands, rare wild flowers and dramatic scenery it is a paradise for lovers of the outdoors. Close by is Milldale village, an important industrial archaeological site and a great starting point for the walk down through Dovedale to the stepping stones or north along the quieter stretches of Dovedale. Nearby is the thriving market town of Ashbourne where the specialist shops attract thousands of visitors ever year; its fine Georgian architecture, restaurants, pubs and cafes are all close to Dove Dale and handy for those wanting to get some refreshment. Check out the Dovedale Barn Accommodation on this site and start planning the holiday of a lifetime.