Historic Bed & Breakfast
Questionnaire
Year erected: 1800
What is the history of the property?
The Cascades was a corn mill from 1800 alongside a limestone quarry and lead mine. The Bonsall brook runs through the grounds and onto Arkwrights textile mill in Cromford (1769).
What was the era and/or the architectural style in which the property was built?
Rebuilt as a charming Victorian house in 1894 it is surrounded by Cascades Gardens a 4 acre garden that is now open to the public. Garden developed from a limestone quarry, cliff and woodlands, with mill pond, mill race and waterfalls from 1800
Is the property surrounded by other historic buildings?
Bonsall village has two 17th century pubs and many old cottages including a Jacobean manor house.
Has restoration work taken place?
The Cascades and many building in the village have been restored in the last 25 years
Are there any elements of particular historical importance at the building?
servants quarters and old basement kitchens.
Are there any important guests or previous owners worth mentioning?
No
Are there any significant events that took place at the property in the past?
No
Has the property received any certifications for its historical status?
No
Would you describe your property as (or has it ever been in the past) a: Is there anything that you would like to highlight, add or clarify?
The waterfalls in the winter are spectacular.
Garden development inspired by Japanese gardens in Kyoto.
