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New for 2020 Modern barn conversion sleeps up to 9 people. Close to Alton Towers

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10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 9

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Staffs, England
  • Popular LocationPeak Wildlife Park6 min drive
  • Popular LocationChurnet Valley Railway9 min drive
  • Popular LocationAlton Towers12 min drive
  • AirportBirmingham (BHX)88 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

1 bathroom

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About this property

New for 2020 Modern barn conversion sleeps up to 9 people. Close to Alton Towers

It was developed in 2013 & revamped to join Homeaway in 2020. It is situated on a working farm on the picturesque Ipstones Edge in the Staffordshire Moorlands.
The area is perfect for walking, cycling, hiking or climbing holidays in the Peak District. As you can see, there are stunning views across the Midlands. If you want a peaceful break, this is for you. Single night stays accepted during weekdays - get in touch :)

The space
Set in 50 acres of unspoilt countryside, this is a two-bedroom barn conversion to sleep 8 people. Situated on the edge of the Peak District in the Staffordshire Moorlands.

If you want a peaceful break, this is the place for you. If you’re after a party house - this really isn’t what we’re about. There are some amazing options on Airbnb and we can point you in their direction. However, if you want a break away from it all and some peace and quiet/relaxation with loads of walks - we’ve got you covered.

Right, we'll make you a promise. We won't fill this listing with loads of buzz words you see on ALLLLL the other Airbnb listings. We'll let the pictures do the talking. :)

The downstairs is open-plan and has central heating throughout. There's a large dining table which can seat up to 8 people which is great for a nice meal together after a long walk or hike.

The master bedroom has a double bed and a double sofa bed. The spare bedroom is home to a double bed and there's a double sofa bed in the living area.

There's a kitchen with everything you'd hope for and expect. You can use it at your leisure. However, if you don't fancy cooking - full catering can be provided at an extra cost. I've worked in hospitality and catering all my life and I'm more than happy to put on a meal of whatever you request. That can be anything from fully cooked breakfasts to afternoon tea to evening meals.

We also have a function room on site which can be accessed for an extra cost (please check in advance). The photographs of this are in with the others. It can seat up to 30 people, It's ideal for meetings and small gatherings.

The ground floor of the cottage has the following:

- 2 x sofas
- full kitchen with microwave, toaster, kettle, oven etc
- dining table and chairs
- washer/dryer

Upstairs has:
- full bathroom with bath and separate shower (2 metres x 2.5 metres)
- large main bedroom (5 metres x 3.5 metres)
- second bedroom (3 metres x 2.9 metres)
- walk-in wardrobe (2.6 metres x 1.9 metres)
- large storage room for suitcases (4.5 metres x 1.9 metres)

The nearest pub is around a 30-minute walk away.

There are dozens of footpaths all around us which allow ramblers to discover where we live all year round. The area is also a very popular mountain biking area with trails from the family-friendly xc routes all the way up to the gnarly and steep enduro and downhill tracks. Rock climbing is also on offer as Dimmingsdale boasts some of England's finest sandstone bouldering crags.

Other things to note
Please note - if you're after somewhere for a hen or stag do - this isn't for you. We live on the property and want to host people who want a peaceful break.

When we say working farm, we don't mean there'll be tractors going all the way through the night(!) and milking from 4am but there are cows here.

They're kept in a shed on the other side of the farm in the winter months and out in the fields in the summer. So you can expect to hear some mooing but don't worry - no combine harvesters flying past your bedroom window at 3am.

Three cats live here. My husband breeds pedigree Dexter cows - we have around 40. For this reason, unfortunately, we can not allow pets. So sorry - no dogs or cats etc. Humans only.

Please note: this cottage does not have wifi. Due to being located in the Moorlands, the internet is painfully slow. It's like being back on dial-up! If you don't know what that is - you're lucky! :) However, because we're so high up - most mobile phone operators have full 4G reception here. So we hotspot off our phones to access the internet and it works a treat.

Property manager

Sharon

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Stoke-on-Trent

Located in Stoke-on-Trent, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Peak District National Park and Trentham Gardens reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Alton Towers and Peak Wildlife Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Harrison Park or Awesome Walls, Stoke on Trent.
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Staffs, England

What's nearby

  • Peak Wildlife Park - 6 min drive
  • Churnet Valley Railway - 9 min drive
  • Alton Towers - 12 min drive
  • Ilam Park - 17 min drive
  • Dovedale National Nature Reserve - 27 min drive

Getting around

  • Uttoxeter Station - 26 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Bakers Arms - 14 min drive
  • Corner Coffee & Bar - 13 min drive
  • The Avenue Fish Bar - 18 min drive
  • Yew Tree Inn - 9 min drive
  • Explorers Pizza Pasta Buffet - 14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is New for 2020 Modern barn conversion sleeps up to 9 people. Close to Alton Towers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at New for 2020 Modern barn conversion sleeps up to 9 people. Close to Alton Towers?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at New for 2020 Modern barn conversion sleeps up to 9 people. Close to Alton Towers?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is New for 2020 Modern barn conversion sleeps up to 9 people. Close to Alton Towers located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Peak Wildlife Park and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Whiston Hall Golf Club. Alton Towers and Churnet Valley Railway are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

Location

10/10

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alex S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Stay
This was an excellent stay at Sharan’s cottage. The farm was the most idyllic place for my family and I to stay and Sharan and her husband were excellent hosts letting our children explore theIr farm. The cleanliness was impeccable, the cottage was well appointed and tastefully decorated throughout. We were thoroughly disappointed to have to leave. We will, absolutely, be returning soon and can not wait for our next visit. A first class recommendation from us, hands down!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Sharon

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Hi! I’m Sharon. I’m new to Airbnb. My husband, Stephen, and two boys, Simon and Robert, moved to the Moorlands from Nottinghamshire in the year 200. Since then, we’ve made it our home. When we arrived, we farmed 10,000 free-range chickens! In 2013, my son and his wife converted one of our barns into their home. They recently moved to Leek so my husband and I decided to start a new adventure and list the property on Airbnb. We’ve loved meeting the guests so far. We still live in the farmhouse on the property. We share our little piece of the Moorlands with around 50 pedigree Dexter cows, 3 cats and a handful of chickens.

During your stay

We live in the house on the farm. We're around if you need us but we'll mainly be in our house/working the other side of the farm. We do access our house to the rear of the cottage so will walk past the cottage infrequently.

What makes this property unique

So close to Alton Towers
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