Nestled inthe Peak District lies a quaint village with a unique historyand an array of fascinating architecture.

The village as we see it today was purpose-built in the 1830s and is renowned for its diverse mix of architectural styles, including mock Tudor and Swiss Cottage. Edensor, pronounced 'Enza', is situated within the more famous Chatsworth Park, presenting a scenic collection of buildings that exhibit meticulous attention to detail.

It was initially commissioned by the 6th Duke of Devonshire, William Cavendish, who decided to entirely demolish the old estate and reconstruct it in the 19th century. The reason? He believed it marred his view of the magnificent Chatsworth House and its estate.

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The responsibility of redesigning the entire village fell to Sir Joseph Paxton, the architect behind the renowned Crystal Palace. It's said that when he presented the Duke with a variety of architectural styles, the Duke instructed him to select 'one of each', giving the area its distinctive character.

This rich diversity of styles is evident in Edensor's most prominent buildings, such as St Peter's Church, which commands the area with its elegant spire. Inside, it contains monuments dedicated to the late Cavendish family, whose graves are still located on the site.

A recent guest enthused on TripAdvisor: "If AI was asked to generate the perfect English village, it would be Edensor. It is so lovely it didn't seem real at times. At one point a pheasant stalked in front of us, and smaller, curious birds landed on a wall close to where we were standing. It brought to mind a scene from Disney's Snow White!"

Next door sits the charming Edensor Tea Cottage, formerly the village post office, which welcomes visitors daily throughout the year. Nowadays, the enchanting little cottage offers breakfast, coffees, lunch and afternoon tea for intrigued tourists seeking a brief refreshment break.

In a review about the church, one visitor noted: "Edensor is a lovely village with interesting architecture, so lovely to walk round. We enjoyed visiting the graves of the Devonshire family at the top of the churchyard and found peace and time for reflection inside the church."

Perfectly positioned beside the stunning Chatsworth estate, visitors can enjoy a short stroll from the village to reach one of Britain's most beloved stately homes. Boasting expansive gardens, an adventure playground, a farmyard, plus numerous shops and eateries, Chatsworth provides plenty of attractions right on the village's doorstep.

For anyone wishing to explore this picturesque village, straight from a storybook, Chesterfield offers the closest accessible railway station, with several bus services connecting visitors to Chatsworth. On the flip side, Edensor is situated just under an hour's drive from Derby, with several car parks conveniently located near the village and within a short stroll.