Explore House of Paws Retreat
Take a look around your dog's calm home-from-home and discover where they'll eat, sleep, play and relax — luxury home dog boarding in Chesterfield, Derbyshire.
Living, Resting & Play Areas
The House
Our retreat is a boutique home-from-home dog boarding space in Chesterfield, Derbyshire — a real home, not a kennel. Your dog joins a calm family atmosphere with comfortable lounge areas, familiar routines and the soft home comforts they know at home. With a maximum of just four guest dogs at any one time, every visitor gets plenty of one-to-one attention in a quiet, well-loved luxury dog boarding environment near Chesterfield.
Calm Home Environment
Soft furnishings, gentle music and a quiet residential setting — noisy kennels replaced with peaceful home life.
Comfortable Lounge
A cosy living room where dogs relax with us, watch the garden and unwind between countryside walks.
Home Comforts
Soft beds, freshly laundered blankets and the same homely smells your dog knows at home.
Family Atmosphere
Dogs live alongside Rachel, Matt and resident cocker spaniel Baxter — loved like one of the family.
Quiet, Restful Sleeping
The Retreat Room
After a morning of play, walks and company, every dog needs a quiet, comfortable space to truly switch off. Our Retreat Room is a dedicated sleeping area with orthopaedic beds, soft lighting and gentle routines — never a row of kennels. If a guest needs downtime away from the group, they can settle here in peace while we keep a quiet, watchful eye on them throughout their dog day care or overnight boarding stay.
Quiet Sleeping Space
A dim, calm bedroom designed for rest and deep sleep — a peaceful alternative to busy sleeping bays.
Comfortable Beds
Orthopaedic dog beds, soft blankets and a cosy crate if your dog prefers their own den to sleep in.
Individual Downtime
We follow your dog's home routine — including nap times and quiet moments — so settling in is gentle.
Separate Space When Needed from Group Play
Dogs who need a calmer day — puppies, seniors or shy guests — get their own comfortable retreat away from the group.
Safe Outdoor Play
Secure Garden
Dogs need regular outdoor access — for play, for the freedom to stretch their legs and for the predictable routine of toilet breaks. Our fully enclosed secure garden offers safe outdoor play throughout the day without ever leaving the property, so even anxious or young dogs get gentle, supervised time outside whenever they need it during their stay with us.
Fully Enclosed
Secure fencing, gates and careful supervision help keep outdoor time safe and relaxed.
Safe Outdoor Play
Soft lawn space for fetch, sniffing and gentle play, supervised at all times by Rachel and Matt.
Regular Toilet Breaks
Predictable, frequent garden breaks mean no dog ever has to hold on — whatever their normal routine at home.
Cooling Pool in Hot Weather
On warm days, a shallow cooling pool lets guests paddle, cool down and enjoy a safe splash.
Local Walks & Scent Adventures
Walks & Adventures
Set beside Grassmoor Country Park and a short drive from the Peak District, we have calm countryside walks right on our doorstep in Derbyshire. Each walk is matched to the individual dog — temperament, age, recall and lead needs — so every guest gets the right amount of exercise, sniffing and gentle enrichment on their day out with us.
Countryside Walks Nearby
Footpaths, canal towpaths and Grassmoor Country Park right on our doorstep for calm, varied walks near Chesterfield.
Tailored to Each Dog
Pace, length and route are matched to your dog's age, energy and confidence on every single walk.
Enriched Sniffing Opportunities
Sniffaris and slow, sniff-led walks allow dogs to use their senses — the deepest form of relaxation after a stay.
Off-Lead Where Confident
Off-lead play only inside enclosed parks and only once your dog is settled and their recall is established.
Mind as Well as Body
Enrichment
Tired is good — but happily tired is better. Throughout every stay we offer enrichment activities that engage your dog's mind and nose, slowing them down between walks and helping them settle much more quickly. From sniffing games to puzzle feeders, every dog gets a thoughtful mix of solo and shared activities throughout their day at our boutique dog boarding retreat.
Puzzle Toys
Slow-feeder puzzles, wobble toys and treat-dispensing games for calm, focused problem-solving.
Snuffle Mats
Snuffle mats hidden with treats encourage natural sniffing and let dogs self-soothe in a focused, gentle way.
Lick Mats
Frozen lick mats give a long, calming activity — perfect wind-down time after a busy day of play.
Scent Work & Play Sessions
Short find-it games, hide-and-seek and gentle play sessions tailored to each dog's confidence and play style.
Optional Add-On
Spa Treatments
For an extra treat before going home, you can add our optional Spa Wash & Groom to any stay. A gentle, calm wash and finish leaves your dog comfortable and fresh for collection — perfect for the photo your friends will ask for after a muddy countryside walk in the Peak District.
Spa Wash & Groom
A gentle, calm wash with safe, soothing products, followed by a light brush-out and finish.
Their Own Wash Room
Your dog has their own dedicated shower and wash room, fitted out with only the best grooming products for a gentle, premium clean and finish.
Full Spa Refresh
A good clean and gentle dry, a full brush-out, soothing nose and paw balm, a light spritz of doggy perfume and a final freshen-up — so your dog goes home looking, smelling and feeling their best.
Scheduled Around Your Dog
Spa time is timed for a calm moment — never rushed, and only ever with your dog's comfort first.
Added on Request
Just let us know at booking that you would like to include the Spa Wash & Groom add-on with your dog's stay.
Peace of Mind While You're Away
Daily Holiday Updates
We know how hard it is to leave them. So while your dog stays with us, you will get regular photo and video updates from inside the home — happy highlights from their day, notes on walks, meals and rest, and the calm reassurance that your dog is truly settled and well cared for at our luxury home dog boarding in Chesterfield.
Daily Photos & Videos
Real, everyday photos and clips of your dog spending their day, sent straight to your portal.
Written Daily Notes
A short, warm note covering their walks, meals, rest, play and anything special from the day.
Highlights & Moments
Today's highlights, new friends and the small story behind your dog's day — not just a quick snap.
All In Your Portal
Updates are saved in your private portal, easy to scroll back and revisit at any time.
Trust, Built Before Your Stay
Safety & Peace of Mind
We are fully registered and inspected — a 4★ council-licensed home dog boarding establishment in Chesterfield, fully insured and pet first aid qualified, run personally by Rachel with only a small number of carefully chosen guest dogs at any one time. Every visitor is introduced slowly, never rushed, so every stay begins from a place of trust.
4★ Council Licensed
Licensed and inspected by North East Derbyshire District Council as a 4-star home dog boarding establishment.
Fully Insured
Specialist home boarding insurance is in place for the services we provide, subject to our policy terms and each dog's suitability.
Pet First Aid Qualified
Rachel is pet first aid trained, with emergency protocols and an emergency vet relationship already in place.
DBS Checked
Enhanced DBS check in place as part of our council home boarding licence.
Small Number of Guest Dogs
Max 4 guest dogs at any one time means proper supervision, attention and a genuinely calm home.
Individual Introductions & Personalised Care
Slow, supervised introductions and care plans written around your dog — never a one-size-fits-all routine.
Ready When You Are
Ready to book your dog's holiday?
If you've not been with us before, please select the Trial Stay option first on the next page for a calm welcome visit before your stay.
16 Meadow Court, Regents Green, Chesterfield S42 5FL · Next to Grassmoor Country Park