Our trips away are normally spent camping or in hostels so booking the Ashton was a real treat to ourselves. We were slightly worried that we might feel either ripped off, or out of place, however............. As soon as we got out of the car James appeared in the garden and called out my name as if he had been... more

My wife and I visited The Ashton this weekend, having found it quite by chance whilst looking for a stopover on the way to Scotland. From the moment we arrived, it was excellent. After a long drive we were greeted with a perfect glass of wine and some nibbles in the beautifully stylish sitting room. We were then taken to... more

This has to be one of the very best places I have ever stayed ,also the personal service ,when my next presumed hotel entirely lost my booking ,James was so kind ,,in finding me alternative accomodation .......... Jenni from Brighton more

Beautifully decorated and equipped, great food and James is the perfect host. Highly recommended. more

Amazing place, Amazing service, amazing rooms, amazing bathrooms, amazing breakfast..............just amazing! Opulence at it's highest quality!!!!!! Great service from Craig and James!! The relaxing break that we needed, with more than we could have ever dreamed of. Definite 5 star material. Wil be recommended for a long time to come! more

Do stay here for business or leisure - I stayed last night for my Birthday - the attention to detail is everything - all the little touches show that your needs have been considered carefully and this really adds to making your stay special. Fab breakfast sourced locally so make sure you leave plenty of time to enjoy this and... more

Finally, after much searching, a high quality good value place to stay. Forget the over priced poor service hotels of south lakes and stop here instead. Warm welcome, very high quality rooms, every detail attended to....... Excellent dinner and breakfast. A fairly new operation and I wish them great success. Good effort James Penguin Review Service more

My partner had a business meeting in the area and myself and our 1 year old daughter decided to tag along, so glad we did! Was a bit unsure we had the right place when we pulled up, Ashton lodge is a beuatiful house done to perfection, were greeted by James and offered wine and warm pitta with hommous, both... more

Is it a boutique hotel, is it a Bed and Breakfast, no it’s a tiny piece of heaven and bliss. It is relaxed luxury. It is seductive indulgence. It is the country house where James makes you feel more welcome and at home than your favourite Grandmother and Sugar daddy combined ever could. James, who certainly knows his Chesterfield from... more