Florence Nightingale Suites At Lea Hurst - Highpeak Junction

Historic Florence Nightingale home in the Peak District countryside

Historic Setting

Florence Nightingale Suites At Lea Hurst in Highpeak Junction occupies the childhood home of the founder of modern nursing. The house contains artifacts related to Florence Nightingale and the Crimean War, with antique furniture and original memorabilia displayed throughout the rooms. Guests have access to a private garden and terrace overlooking a wooded valley, with views of gardens and wildlife including deer and peacocks.

Accommodations

Each suite at Lea Hurst includes a private sitting room and a bedroom with a king or queen bed, plus a bathroom with a walk-in shower and luxury toiletries. The Superior Suite offers a separate sitting room and access to a balcony with views over the Derbyshire countryside. Guests receive thick towelling robes and a tea and coffee maker, and each room is heated and has a television and CD radio.

Dining

A daily breakfast is served in the dining area or in the lounge by the log fire, featuring local ingredients including free-range eggs from the property's chickens. The breakfast offers full English or Irish options, granola with yogurt and fresh berries, and fresh orange juice. Hosts provide personalized recommendations for local restaurants, including an Italian restaurant in Belper that guests praised.

Activities and Nearby Attractions

Lea Hurst offers free bikes for guests to explore the area, with cycling, hiking, and fishing available nearby. The property is 2 km from Leawood Pumphouse and within reach of Chatsworth House, Haddon Hall, and Bakewell in the Peak District National Park. Guests can walk to the Cromford Canal and Derwent Gardens, or visit the Heights of Abraham adventure park a short drive away.

Family-Friendly and Additional Amenities

The Nightingale Suite at Lea Hurst includes a children's playground and a games room with billiards for younger guests. The property has a shared lounge with a TV area and a log fire, plus outdoor furniture in the garden and terrace. Family rooms are available, and the hosts offer guided tours of the house explaining the history of Florence Nightingale.

• History: Childhood home of Florence Nightingale with original artifacts
• Location: 2 km from Leawood Pumphouse, near Peak District attractions
• Activities: Free bikes, billiards, fishing, hiking, children's playground
• Dining: Locally sourced breakfast with free-range eggs and restaurant recommendations
• Rooms: Suites with private sitting rooms and balcony options
• Family-Friendly: Kids' outdoor play equipment, games room, family rooms