Holly House

About this property

Holly House is a spacious private group house in peaceful Derbyshire countryside near Belper. Sleeping up to 40 guests across 16 bedrooms, it is ideal for family gatherings, group stays, retreats and corporate breaks. The house offers generous shared spaces, including a large conservatory for dining, several lounges, a cinema and gaming room, billiards room, gardens and optional hot tub, seasonal swim spa and Arctic Cabin. Standard pricing is based on up to 23 guests using 10 bedrooms, with additional bedrooms opened according to group size.

Holly House is a spacious, exclusive-use country house in Blackbrook, just outside Belper, accommodating groups of 23 to 40 guests.

With 16 individually designed bedrooms, 14 bathrooms and generous shared spaces, the house works particularly well for family gatherings, milestone celebrations, reunions, walking weekends, hen groups, corporate retreats and wellbeing stays.

Guests can dine together in the large conservatory, relax across several comfortable lounges, enjoy the cinema and gaming room or billiards room, and make use of the well-equipped self-catering facilities. The layout gives larger groups plenty of room to spend time together without feeling crowded.

Outside, there are extensive gardens, terraces, outdoor seating and far-reaching views across the Derwent Valley. A hot tub is available throughout the year for an additional charge, while the seasonal swim spa is available from April to September. Guests can also enjoy the fire pit or simply relax in the peaceful countryside setting.

For groups planning something special, we can recommend trusted local suppliers, including private chefs, caterers, activity providers, florists, photographers and wellbeing specialists.

Holly House is around two miles from Belper, part of the Derwent Valley Mills unesco World Heritage Site, with independent shops, cafés, restaurants and traditional pubs nearby. Chatsworth House, Carsington Water, Cromford Mills, Crich Tramway Village, the Heights of Abraham and Alton Towers are all within easy reach.

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Holly House sleeps up to 40 guests across 16 bedrooms arranged over several floors, together with the separate Garden Room.  The standard price includes accommodation for up to 23 guests using nine bedrooms. Additional bedrooms are opened as group numbers increase, while guests retain exclusive use of the whole property throughout their stay.

Ground Floor

The ground floor contains the main shared spaces, including two comfortable living rooms, the large dining conservatory, a spacious kitchen, utility room and games room.

The conservatory provides plenty of space for the whole group to dine together, while the kitchen and utility areas are equipped for larger self-catering stays.

There are also ground-floor bedrooms and bathrooms, including access to the separate Garden Room.

First Floor

The first floor contains most of the bedrooms included in a standard stay. These include Beech, Yew, Chestnut, Cedar, Sycamore, Maple, Oak, Pine and Willow.

The bedrooms offer a mixture of en-suite and shared bathrooms. Most beds can be arranged as either one super king bed or two singles, giving groups flexibility when planning sleeping arrangements.

Attic Floor

The attic floor provides additional bedrooms and bathrooms for larger groups. These bedrooms are normally opened as guest numbers increase beyond the standard allocation.

Lower Ground Floor

The lower ground floor includes further bedrooms, a shared shower room and the cinema and gaming room, which features a 100-inch television.

This floor provides additional sleeping and social space for larger or full-house bookings.

Standard Bedroom Allocation — Up to 23 Guests

Our standard pricing includes accommodation for up to 23 guests using the following nine bedrooms:

Beech — sleeps 2: super king or two single beds; shared bathroom

Yew — sleeps 2: super king or two single beds; shared bathroom

Chestnut — sleeps 2: super king or two single beds; shared bathroom

Sycamore — sleeps 3: super king and one single, or three singles; en-suite bathroom

Maple — sleeps 3: super king and one single, or three singles; en-suite shower room

Oak — sleeps 3: super king and one single, or three singles; en-suite bathroom

Pine — sleeps 2: super king or two single beds; en-suite shower room

Cedar — sleeps 2: super king or two single beds; en-suite shower room

Ash — sleeps 4: super king and two singles, or four single beds; en-suite shower room

These nine bedrooms provide sleeping accommodation for a total of 23 guests.

Additional Bedrooms for Larger Groups

As group numbers increase, further bedrooms are opened in a set order:

Willow — sleeps 2: super king or two single beds; en-suite shower room

Cherry Blossom — sleeps 2: super king or two single beds; dedicated shower room next door

Magnolia — sleeps 4: super king and two singles, or four single beds; en-suite shower room

Silver Birch — sleeps 3: super king and one single, or three singles; en-suite shower room

These rooms are generally used for groups of approximately 24 to 34 guests.

Full-House Bedroom Setup

For groups of approximately 35 to 40 guests, the remaining bedrooms can also be opened:

Dogwood — sleeps 2: double bed; shared shower room

Ivy — sleeps 2: super king or two single beds; shared shower room

Garden Room — sleeps 2: double bed; en-suite shower room

The Garden Room is in a separate building close to the main house and is usually one of the final rooms opened.

Outside

Holly House is surrounded by gardens and terraces with outdoor seating, countryside views and a fire pit.

The hot tub is available throughout the year for an additional charge. The outdoor swim spa is available seasonally from April to September, also for an additional charge.

There is ample private parking for guests.

Additional Information

Bed linen, bath towels, Wi-Fi, utilities and exclusive use of the property are included.

We can recommend trusted local caterers, private chefs, activity providers and wellbeing specialists to help you plan your stay.

Smoking is not permitted inside the property, and pets are not accepted.