Oakhill – where modern heritage meets a Derbyshire welcome. The building’s original features have been carefully preserved, while recent restoration has introduced contemporary comfort without disturbing its proportions or character. The result is a hotel that feels polished but never stiff — elegant, welcoming and easy to settle into.

Set within landscaped gardens in the historic village of Cromford, Oakhill is a Georgian-style Grade II listed house built by the Arkwright family in the mid-19th century. Now a family-owned boutique hotel in the heart of the Derwent Valley UNESCO World Heritage Site, it offers a refined yet relaxed base for exploring the Peak District.

Accommodation is generous and thoughtfully designed. Oakhill has four charming suites for those who prefer a little more space, each individually styled with uncluttered elegance and finished to an impeccable standard. There are eleven further elegantly designed bedrooms, including two family suites and a self-contained cottage, offering flexibility for couples, families and longer stays. Heritage details sit comfortably alongside modern touches, creating rooms that feel considered rather than overworked.

Dining plays a central role. Oakhill serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and afternoon tea in its elegant dining room overlooking the gardens, or outside when the Derbyshire weather allows. The kitchen is proud to use locally sourced ingredients wherever possible, with menus shaped by season and prepared with care. Dietary requirements are thoughtfully catered for, ensuring everyone feels welcome at the table. The bar is equally well curated, featuring gins and whisky from White Peak Distillery, wines from trusted merchants and ales from Peak Ales.

There is also the option to host private celebrations and exclusive-use weddings, with the gardens providing a striking setting for larger gatherings.

Oakhill Hotel offers a characterful and well-positioned stay at the gateway to the Peak District.