Dovestone Luxury Lodges (sleeps 4)

On the edge of the Peak District National Park, where the drama of Saddleworth Moor meets the tranquillity of Dovestone Reservoir, this contemporary lodge offers families and friends a countryside retreat just half an hour from Manchester. The Dovestone Holiday Park sits in the village of Greenfield, a short stroll from the reservoir that lends its name. This is walking country at its finest, with trails leading from your door towards the dramatic rock formations of The Trinnacle and the wild expanses of the Pennine moorland. Step inside and the single-storey layout immediately puts you at ease. The open-plan living space flows naturally from the well-equipped kitchen through the dining area to comfortable seating arranged around a Smart TV. Floor-to-ceiling windows flood the interior with light and frame views across the surrounding countryside. Two bedrooms provide comfortable sleeping for up to four guests. The double enjoys its own en-suite shower room, whilst a twin bedroom shares the main bathroom, complete with a bath. This layout suits couples travelling together or small families with older children. The enclosed double veranda provides the perfect setting for outdoor living. A charcoal barbecue invites alfresco cooking on warmer evenings, whilst comfortable furniture offers a spot for morning coffee with countryside views. But the undisputed highlight awaits in the bubbling warmth of the private hot tub. Sink in as the sun sets over the Peak District hills and feel the day's adventures slip away. From this base, the options are endless. The reservoir offers scenic walking and cycling routes, whilst Dovestone Sailing Club provides water-based adventures for the more active. The village of Greenfield itself has welcoming pubs, including The Clarence and The Royal George, perfect for evenings when you would rather not cook. Venture further, and the contrasts multiply. Manchester's cultural attractions lie within easy reach, from the Whitworth Gallery to Manchester Cathedral. Yet return to Dovestone, and you swap city bustle for countryside peace in under an hour. This lodge strikes a balance between accessibility and escape. Close enough to civilisation when you need it, far enough away to feel like a proper break when you do not.