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Holly House – A Large Private House for Group Stays in Derbyshire
A spacious, exclusive-use country house for family gatherings, group holidays, retreats and corporate stays. Holly House has 16 generous bedrooms, 14 bathrooms most of which are en-suite, with extensive living spaces, beautiful countryside views and plenty of room for everyone to stay together in comfort.
An exclusive-use private house for group stays in Derbyshire
Holly House is a spacious, exclusive-use country house in Derbyshire, designed for groups who want to stay together without compromising on comfort. With 16 generous bedrooms, 14 bathrooms most of which are en-suite, it is particularly well suited to groups of couples, family gatherings, retreats, celebrations and corporate stays.
Inside, there is plenty of room to spread out, with several reception rooms, a large conservatory for dining and gatherings, a cinema and games room and a separate billiards room. Outside, guests have private gardens, terraces and far-reaching countryside views, together with a hot tub and Arctic Cabin, with the swim spa available seasonally.
Looking for Hollywood House Belper or Hollywood House Derbyshire? You’re in the right place. Hollywood House is now known as Holly House and is part of Peak and Dale Places.
Holly House works especially well for large family get-togethers, milestone birthdays, group holidays, hen weekends, retreats, wedding accommodation and corporate stays where having everyone together under one roof matters.
Holly House is part of Peak and Dale Places, our small family-run collection of large group accommodation in Derbyshire.
Holly House at a glance
Everything you need for a relaxed large group stay
- 16 spacious bedrooms, ideal for groups of couples, families and colleagues
- 14 bathrooms, 11 en-suite
- Generous dining space for group meals and celebrations
- Multiple lounges and relaxed communal areas
- Cinema and gaming room
- Separate billiards room
- Large kitchen suitable for self-catering or private chefs
- Private gardens, terraces and extensive outdoor space
- Hot tub and Arctic Cabin included
- Seasonal swim spa available
- Fast Starlink Wi-Fi throughout the house
Who Is Holly House Best For?
Holly House is a large private house in Derbyshire for groups who want space, comfort and time together under one roof. With 16 generous bedrooms, 14 bathrooms, extensive communal spaces and private gardens, it works particularly well for family gatherings, celebrations, group weekends, retreats, weddings and corporate stays.
There is room to come together for meals, activities and evenings in, but also plenty of quieter spaces when people want to spread out. Holly House is designed for enjoyable, well-organised group stays rather than late-night parties, with house rules and quiet hours in place to protect the peaceful countryside setting.
Family and Friends Gatherings
Holly House is particularly well suited to large and multi-generational family stays, with 16 bedrooms providing far more privacy and comfort than many traditional large group houses.
Families can gather around the table in the large conservatory, relax across several lounges, enjoy the cinema and games room, billiards room and gardens, or simply find a quiet corner of the house when they want some downtime.
With flexible bedrooms, extensive communal space and so many en-suite bathrooms, it is an easy house for different generations to share while still having plenty of room of their own.
Birthdays and Celebrations
Milestone birthdays, anniversaries and special occasions are a natural fit for Holly House.
The large conservatory provides a wonderful space for long lunches, dinners and celebrations, while the lounges, games spaces, terraces and gardens give the rest of the weekend room to unfold at a much more relaxed pace.
Groups are welcome to arrange catering and other activities in advance, making it possible to create a special weekend without everyone having to leave the house.
Weddings and Wedding Accommodation
Holly House offers something a little different for couples looking for a private Derbyshire wedding venue where their closest family and friends can stay together.
The conservatory can accommodate selected indoor weddings and celebrations for up to 90 guests, subject to prior agreement, while the house provides 16 bedrooms for the wedding party and overnight guests.
Our approach is deliberately flexible. You can choose your own caterers and suppliers, bring your own drinks with no corkage charge, and create a celebration that feels personal rather than tied to a traditional wedding package.
All wedding plans must be discussed with us before booking so that we can agree guest numbers, layout, parking, suppliers and timings. Marquees, tipis, fireworks and outdoor amplified music are not permitted.
Hen and Stag Weekends
Holly House is a great choice for well-organised hen and stag weekends where everyone wants to stay together in one private place.
With 16 bedrooms, multiple lounges, a cinema and games room, billiards room, large dining spaces, gardens, hot tub and Arctic Cabin, there is plenty to keep the group together over the whole weekend without everyone feeling crammed in.
It also works particularly well for groups planning activities, catered meals, games, spa treatments or time out in the surrounding Derbyshire countryside.
Holly House is suited to sociable group weekends, but not loud or unmanaged parties. House rules and quiet hours apply throughout the stay.
Corporate Retreats
With 16 bedrooms, 14 bathrooms, Holly House is particularly well suited to residential corporate stays where colleagues need both comfortable accommodation and plenty of space to work together.
The house offers room for meetings, presentations and group sessions alongside smaller lounges for breakout conversations and informal discussions. The large conservatory works particularly well for shared dining, workshops and larger sessions, while fast Starlink Wi-Fi supports teams who need to stay connected.
Outside working sessions, teams can eat together, relax around the house and gardens, or arrange activities with local suppliers.
Holly House works well for leadership retreats, strategy sessions, training, team gatherings and multi-day residential meetings where privacy, comfort and having the whole property to yourselves are important.
A Derbyshire Base Near Belper, Matlock and the Peak District
Holly House is set near Belper in Derbyshire, with easy access to Matlock, Ashbourne, Carsington Water, Chatsworth, Bakewell and the wider Peak District.
The location works well for guests travelling from different parts of the country, and it gives groups plenty of options during their stay. You can keep things simple at the house, arrange suppliers to come to you, head out for walks and pub lunches, or plan a full Derbyshire weekend.
Popular local ideas include:
- Walks in the Derbyshire countryside
- Days out in Matlock and Matlock Bath
- Visiting Chatsworth House
- Exploring Belper and nearby market towns
- Cycling and walking routes
- Country pubs and restaurants
- Local farm shops and food producers
Holly House Frequently Asked Questions
Planning a stay at Holly House? Here are answers to the questions we’re asked most often about bedrooms, group sizes, celebrations, weddings, facilities and booking the house.
Holly House is designed to accommodate up to 32 adults across 16 spacious bedrooms, making it particularly well suited to groups of couples, friends, families and colleagues who want plenty of bedroom space and privacy.
Fourteen full bathrooms/shower rooms, with 11 bedrooms en-suite, and selected larger family bedrooms can also accommodate children, allowing for up to three additional children by prior arrangement.
Rather than filling bedrooms with extra beds, we have deliberately configured Holly House to provide comfortable, spacious accommodation for large groups.
Holly House has 16 spacious bedrooms, making it particularly well suited to large groups who want to stay together without sacrificing comfort or privacy.
The bedrooms are generously sized, with 11 en-suite bathrooms, and several can be arranged flexibly depending on the make-up of your group.
This makes Holly House a particularly strong choice for groups of couples, multi-generational families, hen and stag weekends, retreats and corporate stays.
Holly House has 14 full bathrooms and shower rooms, together with four additional ground-floor WCs.
Of the 16 bedrooms, 11 have their own en-suite bathroom or shower room, while Cherry Blossom has its own dedicated private shower room immediately outside the bedroom. The remaining bathroom facilities are shared between a maximum of two bedrooms, so even the shared arrangements are very comfortable for larger groups.
In total, Holly House offers extensive bathroom facilities throughout the house, making it particularly well suited to large groups, families and groups of couples staying together.
Yes. Holly House is very well suited to well-organised hen and stag weekends where everyone wants to stay together in one private house.
With 16 bedrooms, large communal spaces, a cinema and games room, billiards room, hot tub, Arctic Cabin and gardens, there is plenty of space for meals, activities and time together throughout the weekend.
You are welcome to arrange activities, catering and entertainment in advance, but Holly House is not suitable for loud or unmanaged parties. Quiet hours apply overnight, and outdoor amplified music is not permitted.
Yes. Holly House can host small and medium-sized indoor weddings and wedding celebrations, with the large conservatory providing a flexible space for dining and celebrations.
Couples are welcome to choose their own caterers and suppliers, and you can bring your own drinks with no corkage charge.
Wedding plans must be agreed with us in advance so that we can confirm guest numbers, layouts, parking, suppliers and timings. Marquees, tipis, fireworks and outdoor amplified music are not permitted.
Yes. You are welcome to self-cater, bring in a private chef or choose your own caterers for your stay at Holly House.
The house has a large kitchen and generous dining spaces, making it easy to arrange everything from relaxed group meals to catered dinners and special celebrations.
For larger events or weddings, we simply ask that catering arrangements are agreed with us in advance so we can make sure the plans work well with the house and your guest numbers.
Yes. You are welcome to bring your own drinks to Holly House, and we do not charge corkage.
This gives groups the flexibility to organise drinks in whatever way works best for their stay, whether that is a relaxed family weekend, a catered dinner, a hen or stag celebration or a wedding.
For larger events, we simply ask that your plans are agreed with us in advance.
Yes. Private use of the hot tub is included with your stay at Holly House, so your group can enjoy it throughout your visit.
The Arctic barbecue cabin is also included, giving you another sociable space to use during your stay.
The swim spa is separate and available seasonally for an additional charge.
Yes. Holly House has a heated swim spa, available seasonally from April to September for an additional charge.
It provides extra space for swimming, relaxing and spending time together outdoors, and can be added to your booking in advance.
The hot tub and Arctic barbecue cabin are included with your stay.
There is plenty to enjoy without leaving the house. Holly House has a cinema and gaming room, separate billiards room, hot tub, Arctic barbecue cabin, gardens, terraces and generous communal spaces for relaxing and spending time together.
Groups can also arrange activities, private dining, treatments and other experiences in advance, while the surrounding Derbyshire countryside offers walking, cycling, local attractions and plenty of places to eat and explore.
Yes, additional daytime guests are welcome by prior agreement.
Holly House has generous indoor and outdoor communal spaces, so it can work well for larger family gatherings, celebrations and events where not everyone needs to stay overnight.
A small per-person fee applies for additional daytime guests, and numbers must be agreed with us in advance so that we can make sure the plans are suitable for the house.
Yes. Holly House is in Derbyshire, close to the Peak District, making it a great base for groups who want countryside on the doorstep as well as easy access to some of the area’s best-known towns, walks and attractions.
Guests can combine time at the house with days out walking, cycling, visiting local villages and stately homes, or exploring the wider Peak District.
Its location works particularly well for groups who want a peaceful rural stay without feeling cut off from things to do.
Yes. For some stays, smaller groups may be able to book Holly House at a reduced rate if they do not need all 16 bedrooms.
Reduced-bedroom rates are generally available during off-peak and quieter periods only and are not offered during peak dates.
Where a reduced-bedroom rate is agreed, only the bedrooms included in your booking will be prepared and opened for your stay. You will still have private use of the agreed communal areas and facilities.
Availability depends on your dates, group size and bedroom requirements, so please contact us for a tailored quote.
Yes. Holly House has private on-site parking for guests, making it easy for large groups arriving in multiple cars.
We simply ask that parking is kept to the designated areas so that access around the house remains clear throughout your stay.
If you are planning a larger celebration or event with additional daytime guests, please let us know in advance so we can discuss parking arrangements.
Holly House is priced according to the dates of your stay, length of stay and the number of bedrooms required.
Peak dates are priced for exclusive use of the full house, while during quieter periods we may be able to offer a reduced rate for smaller groups who do not need all 16 bedrooms.
Children over the age of two are included in the guest numbers and an additional charge may apply, depending on the size and make-up of your group.
The easiest way to get an accurate price is to enter your dates and group size into our booking system, or contact us if you would like us to help with a particular stay.
Yes. Holly House works particularly well for corporate retreats, team gatherings, training sessions and residential meetings where colleagues want to work and stay together in one private place.
With 16 bedrooms, generous communal spaces, several lounges, a large conservatory and fast Starlink Wi-Fi, there is plenty of room for meetings, breakout sessions, shared meals and informal time together.
The house is especially well suited to multi-day stays where teams want privacy, comfortable accommodation and a more relaxed setting than a traditional hotel or conference venue.
Yes. Groups are welcome to arrange activities, treatments and experiences at the house during their stay.
Depending on your plans, this could include things such as yoga, massage treatments, private dining, cocktail making, craft sessions or other organised group activities.
We simply ask that any external suppliers or activities are agreed with us in advance so we can make sure they are suitable for the house and your group.
Yes. Dogs are welcome at Holly House for an additional charge of £30 per dog, per stay.
We do limit the number of dogs we can accept, so please check with us before booking if you are planning to bring more than one.
Dogs must remain downstairs and are not permitted on the furniture or beds.
Please let us know in advance how many dogs you would like to bring so we can confirm that we can accommodate them.
Check-in at Holly House is from 3pm, and check-out is by 10am.
Where possible, earlier arrival or later departure may sometimes be available for an additional charge and must be agreed with us in advance.
Yes. Holly House is very well suited to family groups with children, with plenty of indoor and outdoor space for everyone to spread out.
Several of the larger bedrooms can accommodate children alongside adults, making the house particularly useful for multi-generational stays.
Children over the age of two are included in the guest numbers and an additional charge may apply depending on your group size and bedroom requirements.
Why Book Holly House Direct?
Booking direct means you are dealing with the people who know Holly House best.
We can help you understand whether the house is right for your group, talk through bedroom arrangements, celebrations, catering, activities and optional extras, and make sure your booking is set up properly from the start.
Booking direct also gives you access to our most accurate availability and direct pricing, without having to rely on a third-party booking platform.
Part of Peak and Dale Places
Holly House is part of Peak and Dale Places, our small family-run collection of large group accommodation in Derbyshire.
We are directly involved in the properties and the guest experience, so when you contact us you are speaking to people who actually know the houses, the layouts and how different types of group stays work.
Our aim is simple: to provide comfortable, characterful places where families, friends and colleagues can spend proper time together.