Cheshire cottages and self catering, North West England

Sophie's Retreat, Oxton Wirral, Cheshire, North West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £388 to £753

Self catering accommodation in Oxton Wirral sleeps 4.

Features include: Short Breaks Non smoking • Pets allowed sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: This romantically styled and beautifully furnished cottage offers a splendid base for exploring the local countryside and beaches of the Wirral at any time of year. Set on a very quiet lane it is just ¼ mile from shops in quaint Oxton village which numbers a Michelin starred restaurant among its pubs and eating places whilst 4 miles away the Mersey Ferry takes visitors into the heart of vibrant Liverpool's Albert Dock setting for the Beatles Story Tate Gallery and Maritime Museum. Locally Port Sunlight model village is fascinating and the beautiful Cheshire landscape is dotted with great houses and gardens. Snowdonia and Chester's garden zoo make good day trips. Sea fishing 7 miles. Pub 100 yards.

Glazed entrance hall. Beautiful kitchen. Dining room. Sitting room with wood burning stove. First floor: Double bedroom with patio doors to sun deck. Twin bedded room. Bathroom/WC (shower over bath).

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Red House Farm Cottage, Whitegate, Cheshire, North West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £600 to £899

Self catering accommodation in Whitegate sleeps 4.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pub nearby • Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Nestled in picturesque, historic Whitegate, this charming detached cottage peacefully enjoys one of the loveliest uninterrupted views over Cheshire out to the Pennines. Relax on the patio, watching the sun set over gently undulating hills and forests. Just 20 minutes from Roman Chester and 10 minutes from the beautiful Delamere Forest, this cosy cottage, in the owner’s grounds, is an ideal holiday base to explore Cheshire, Chester and Manchester. Chester Zoo, Oulton Park Racing Circuit, Arley Hall, Tatton Park and Beeston Castle nearby; countryside walks from the door. Shops 2 miles, pub 1 mile.

Large living room with high, pitched ceiling, exposed beams and wood-burning stove, open plan with oak/granite kitchen. Double bedroom with oak 5ft bed and contemporary en-suite bathroom with separate spacious shower cubicle and toilet. First floor: Cosy galleried reading area. Large twin bedroom with exposed beams, sloping ceilings and Velux windows.

The Granary, Hankelow, Cheshire, North West England

Sleeps 11
Weekly price range £1000 to £1928

Self catering accommodation in Hankelow sleeps 11.

Features include: Short Breaks • Multi bathrooms • Non smoking • Detached Romantic Break Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pub near by Luxury accommodation sleeps 11

Accommodation overview: This truly luxurious spacious and beautifully designed and furnished barn conversion enjoys an enviable rural location within an acre of landscaped gardens and four acres of mown paddocks all set in the heart of glorious Cheshire. Next door is a welcoming 18 hole golf course and just 1½ miles away lies the picturesque village of Audlem – scenic towpath walks along the Shropshire Union Canal link the village with Nantwich where canal day boats can be hired – whilst Stapeley Water Gardens Bridgemere Garden World and Tropical Oasis are all under 6 miles. The historic city of Chester with its designer shopping and 110 acre garden zoo and Liverpool home to the Albert Docks Beatles Museum and so much more are both within an hour's drive as are The Potteries Alton Towers Waterworld and Ironbridge Industrial Museum as well as fascinating National Trust properties including Little Moreton Hall Tatton Park and Styal Mill. Llandudno and Snowdonia make excellent day trips. Riding 2 miles. Pub ¼ mile shops 1½ miles.

Entrance hall. Snooker room with double doors to beamed sitting room with gas 'living flame effect' fire doors to terrace and conservatory. Beamed dining room with open fire and TV. Fitted kitchen with Range cooker breakfast area and TV. Games room with TV. Cloakroom/WC. First floor: Master bedroom with 6' bed with sitting area gas 'living flame effect' fire TV and ensuite shower room/WC. Double bedroom with 5' bed and ensuite bathroom/WC with corner bath. Two double bedrooms. Small twin bedded room. Bathroom/WC with separate shower cubicle.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Wharf Cottage, Macclesfield, Cheshire, North West England

Sleeps 5
Weekly price range £295 to £692

Self catering accommodation in Macclesfield sleeps 5.

Features include: Pub Close By • Fishing On Site • Short Break • Pet Friendly

Accommodation overview: Delightfully located beside the local canal this contemporary and smartly furnished cottage offers a most welcoming holiday base on the fringes of the old silk town of Macclesfield and just 2 miles from the Peak District National Park. Fishing is enjoyed at the end of the garden and the canal towpath provides interesting walking whilst good shopping a small cinema restaurants and takeaways of all kinds are close at hand and the Silk Museum makes a fascinating visit. Little Moreton Hall Biddulph Grange Lyme Park and Tatton Park (all N.T.) are among the attractions within a 12 mile drive as are Gawsworth Hall the Jodrell Bank science centre Buxton Caves and Go Ape. Pub and shop 200 yards.

Hall. Well equipped kitchen with dining area. Sitting room with electric fire and french doors to garden. First floor: Double bedroom. Twin bedded room. Single bedroom. Bathroom/WC (shower over bath).

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Mere Hall Estate - Wall Cottage, Mere, Cheshire, North West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £300 to £599

Self catering accommodation in Mere sleeps 4.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pub nearby • Garden • Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Situated on the attractive Mere Hall Estate, close to Tatton Park, these three holiday cottages make an excellent base for touring Cheshire and the surrounding area. Approached by a road through the estate, they form part of the former stable block, now sympathetically converted, retaining their original beams, to provide comfortable accommodation. Park View and Wall Cottage each have French doors to an enclosed grassed area, while Courtyard Cottage offers first floor living accommodation.
A short drive away is the National Trust’s Tatton Hall and Tatton Park, one of the most complete historic estates in England, encompassing lakes, gardens, Victorian maze, mansion, medieval hall and working farm, and forming an ideal setting for the very popular RHS Flower Show each July. Other historic houses of interest include Arley Hall, Dunham Massey (NT), Quarry Bank Mill at Styal and Gawsworth Hall. For bird lovers, the Bird Garden at Mobberley is a must, as is the Falconry Centre at Monks Heath. A little further afield Biddulph Grange Garden (NT) boasts exotic themed areas, rock and water features.
Rich in heritage, the nearby town of Knutsford, with its network of narrow alleys home to many antique and specialist shops, boasts an array of excellent restaurants, as well as an interesting Heritage Centre where visitors can learn about the town’s past. Manchester is easily accessible, with fun family days out at Castlefield Visitor Centre and the Museum of Science and Technology, as well as superb shopping at the Trafford Centre. Chester Zoo and Jodrell Bank are also sure to delight adults and children alike. Good walking in the area, with heathland around Knutsford offering pleasant afternoon strolls, and the beautiful scenery of the White and Dark Peaks within easy driving distance. Shop 1 mile.

Oakmere Shippon, Oakmere, Cheshire, North West England

Sleeps 7
Weekly price range £519 to £1110

Self catering accommodation in Oakmere sleeps 7.

Features include: Short Breaks • Multi bathrooms • Non smoking • Detached Romantic Break Easy Walk access • Pub near by • Pets allowed Luxury accommodation sleeps 7

Accommodation overview: Just 10 miles from Chester this smartly furnished detached barn conversion with its own hot tub sits peacefully at the edge of extensive private woodland with footpaths and a cycle trail. Delamere Forest offers cycle hire and Go Ape (2 miles) whilst a zoo Roman Tours designer outlet and riverboat hire are found in the city of Chester – a short train ride from local Delamere station as is Manchester. Tatton Park Blue Planet Aquarium and Stapely Water Gardens are in easy reach and Liverpool's Albert Dock is an hour's drive. Golf fishing and riding locally. Dining pubs and cafe under ½ mile a shop is ¾ mile.

Hall/utility room. Shower room/WC. Open plan sitting room with dining area and well fitted kitchen with granite worktops. Double bedroom with 5' bed and ensuite bathroom/WC. Double bedroom with 5' bed. Twin bedded room. Single bedroom.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

The Byre, Tarporley, Cheshire, North West England

Sleeps 7
Weekly price range £527 to £1023

Self catering accommodation in Tarporley sleeps 7.

Features include: Short Breaks • Multi bathrooms • Non smoking Fishing nearby • Easy Walk access • Pub near by Luxury accommodation sleeps 7

Accommodation overview: These two beautifully converted and tastefully furnished barns face into a safely enclosed aromatic courtyard garden where they enjoy individual patio areas. Farm walks join the Sandstone Way on the nearby hills and visitors may fish the owners' carp pond (½ mile). Tarporley's pubs restaurants and organic farm shops are 2 miles and the Roman walled city of Chester (8 miles) has heritage trails a zoo racecourse boating and designer shops. Jodrell Bank Liverpool ferries and Snowdonia are in easy reach. Dining pub 100 yards.

Galleried hall. Spacious open plan beamed sitting/dining room with gas 'flame effect' fire and kitchen area. Utility room. Double bedroom with 5' bed. Twin bedded room with ensuite shower room/W.C. Bathroom/W.C. (shower over bath). First floor: Double bedroom with 5' bed and ensuite shower room/W.C.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Watermill Cottage, Huxley, Cheshire, North West England

Sleeps 5
Weekly price range £358 to £692

Self catering accommodation in Huxley sleeps 5.

Features include: Short Breaks Non smoking • Detached Romantic Break Easy Walk access • Pub near by • Pets allowed Luxury accommodation sleeps 5

Accommodation overview: Idyllically situated by a small river and enjoying extensive country views from its private and peaceful patio this newly rebuilt barn also boasts a very smartly furnished interior and lovely walking from the door. Set on the owners' dairy farm through which the canal towpath runs it is just 5 miles from Delamere Forest with Go Ape and cycle hire and 7 miles from Chester's smart shopping zoo Roman walks and river trips. Liverpool's Albert Dock the Mersey Ferry Llandudno and Manchester are under an hour's drive. Farm shop and dining pub within 1 mile shops 2 miles.



Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

The Granary, Tarporley, Cheshire, North West England

Sleeps 7
Weekly price range £433 to £1023

Self catering accommodation in Tarporley sleeps 7.

Features include: Short Breaks • Multi bathrooms • Non smoking Fishing nearby Pub near by Luxury accommodation sleeps 7

Accommodation overview: These two beautifully converted and tastefully furnished barns face into a safely enclosed aromatic courtyard garden where they enjoy individual patio areas. Farm walks join the Sandstone Way on the nearby hills and visitors may fish the owners' carp pond (½ mile). Tarporley's pubs restaurants and organic farm shops are 2 miles and the Roman walled city of Chester (8 miles) has heritage trails a zoo racecourse boating and designer shops. Jodrell Bank Liverpool ferries and Snowdonia are in easy reach. Dining pub 100 yards.

Hall/dining room with arch to fitted kitchen and door to courtyard. Spacious sitting room with gas 'flame effect' fire. Cloakroom/W.C. First floor: Double bedroom with 5' bed and ensuite shower room/W.C. Double bedroom. Twin bedded room with ensuite shower room/W.C. Bathroom/W.C. (shower over bath).

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Ivy House Farm, Millington, Cheshire, North West England

Sleeps 10
Weekly price range £1300 to £

Self catering accommodation in Millington sleeps 10.

Features include: Hot Tub • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Detached • Games Room • Garden • Sleeps 10

Accommodation overview: Tucked away behind electric gates in the beautiful Cheshire countryside, this substantial 18th-century detached farmhouse has been recently renovated and is very well equipped, yet still retains all its charm and character. The spacious, bright and inviting accommodation featuring exposed brick fireplaces, wooden beams, galleried landing and lead light windows, plus all the recreational facilities on offer, combine to make this an ideal holiday experience. The well laid out and mature gardens with a well stocked decorative pond provides a secluded, attractive and relaxing environment. Within the grounds is private stabling for up to three horses available for guests. A further part of the extensive grounds comprise 30 acres of farmland including 8 acres of woodland with forest trail which boasts livery stabling and its own fishing lake complete with cabin. On the woodland walk there are several summer houses conveniently placed where guests can rest and take in the sights and sounds of the abundant wildlife to be found all around. Many of the region’s country estates and historic houses such as Tatton Park, Arley Hall, Dunham House and Gawsworth Hall, to name but a few, are within easy reach and a golf course is on the doorstep. The historic village of Knutsford offers an abundance of top class restaurants and cafes together with its individual shopping facilities along its narrow streets. The Cheshire Smokehouse in Wilmslow is well worth a visit. The airport is miles, Manchester and the Trafford Centre, 8 miles, Old Trafford cricket ground, 15 miles. Chester and Liverpool are 28 miles and the Peak District, with its stunning scenery and many attractions is only 20 miles. Wales or The Lake District can be reached in 1-2 hours. Shops and pub 1½ miles.

Large, beamed living room with vaulted ceiling. Large sitting room with TV. Large farmhouse-style kitchen/dining room with electric Belling range (for cooking) and wooden floor. Utility. Large conservatory with wooden floor. Double bedroom with en-suite bathroom with shower attachment and toilet (access also from hall). Single bedroom with additional pull-out bed (for +1) and doors to garden. Separate toilet. First floor: Galleried landing. Two double bedrooms, each with en-suite bathroom with shower attachment, separate shower cubicle, twin basins and toilet. Beamed double bedroom with 5ft bed and en-suite bathroom with over-bath shower.

The Old Stables, Alvanley, Cheshire, North West England

Sleeps 7
Weekly price range £600 to £899

Self catering accommodation in Alvanley sleeps 7.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Golf nearby • Pub nearby • Sleeps 7

Accommodation overview: The Old Stables at Walnut Tree Farm is a superb, first floor, Grade II listed barn conversion with magnificent views, adjacent to the owner’s farm. Situated in the countryside offering the benefit of a quiet and relaxing holiday, yet only 5 miles from Cheshire Oaks designer outlet village. Transport links are excellent with Chester being only 8 miles away with its famous Rows, cathedral and world-renowned zoo. Manchester and Liverpool just 30 minutes away. Golf and windsurfing available nearby, whilst Delamere Forest Park is but a short drive. Shops 1 mile, pub with good food and real ale 300 yards.

First floor: Entrance hall. Spacious beamed living/dining room with wood-burning stove and well-equipped kitchen area. Two double bedrooms, one with feature roll-top bath. Two single bedrooms, one with additional pull-out single bed (for +1, to form double bed). Two shower rooms with toilet.

Heritage Wharf, Heritage Marina, Cheshire, North West England

Sleeps 12
Weekly price range £500 to £1265

Self catering accommodation in Heritage Marina sleeps 12.

Features include: Short Breaks • Multi bathrooms Detached • Fishing nearby Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove • Easy Walk access • Pub near by sleeps 12

Accommodation overview: With peaceful views across the historic Macclesfield Canal and over beautiful Cheshire countryside this superb detached waterside property offers spacious accommodation – and day boat hire and fishing within 100 yards! Boasting its own fenced patio and garden it is just 10 miles from the Peak District National Park in an area rich in places of interest and good inns serving food (nearest 200 yards). Little Moreton Hall (N.T.) is just 1 mile. Town amenities in Congleton (5 miles) whilst Chester with its zoo and Roman wall is within easy reach. The famous Pottery towns are only 8 miles away with visitor centres factory shopping and Waterworld swimming leisure centre. Within 15 miles are Quarry Bank Mill Tatton Park Biddulph Grange Stapeley Water Gardens and the exciting Jodrell Bank Science Centre. The Alton Towers theme park with its array of 'white knuckle' rides is 20 miles. There is a small marina shop on the adjacent boatyard (open in season) and a village shop can be found ¾ mile away.

Entrance hall. Open plan sitting room with open fire dining area and large well equipped fitted kitchen area. Patio doors leading to fenced canalside garden (right photograph – behind narrow boat). Utility room. Double bedroom with ensuite bathroom/W.C. (shower attachment). Spacious double bedroom with king size bed additional single bed (for + 1) and ensuite bathroom/W.C. (shower attachment). Twin bedded room. Double bedroom with additional single bed (for + 1). Bathroom/W.C. (shower attachment). First floor: Small twin bedded room with 2' 6” beds (for + 2 children only).

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143