Find self catering and cottages with an open fire or a wood burner in Staffordshire, Central England

Ivy Cottage, Leek, Staffordshire, Central England

Sleeps 2
Weekly price range £271 to £523

Self catering accommodation in Leek sleeps 2.

Features include: Detached • Non Smoking • Private Hot Tub • Indoor Pool • Fishing On Site • Open Fire • Short Break • Romantic Break • Pet Friendly

Accommodation overview: Set in an idyllically peaceful position in 6 acres of landscaped grounds on the borders of Cheshire the Peak District Derbyshire and Staffordshire these lovely properties offer a wonderful base from which to explore the many visitor attractions in the area. They are immaculately presented combining luxurious furnishings with beamed interiors and the state of the art swimming pool complex is a real treat. Sport fishing is available on site. Within 6 miles are Little Moreton Hall and Biddulph Grange Gardens (both NT) and the village of Biddulph is 1½ miles away and offers pubs and shops. Beautiful Rudyard Lake for fishing walking rowing boat hire and small steam train and the quaint town of Leek are 6 miles. Alton Towers and Splash Landings swimming complex the Monkey Forest at Trentham Gardens Waterworld indoor skiing and bowling at Festival Park in Stoke and the pottery museum are all within 15 miles. Chatsworth House and Haddon Hall 30 miles. Horse riding locally. Pub and shops 1½ miles. Romantic studio style accommodation. Beamed sitting area with wood burning stove galley kitchen and 5’ brass and iron bedstead. Shower room/WC.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Beech Cottage, Leek, Staffordshire, Central England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £527 to £1023

Self catering accommodation in Leek sleeps 4.

Features include: Non Smoking • Four Poster • Private Hot Tub • Indoor Pool • Multi Bath Shower • Fishing On Site • Open Fire • Short Break • Romantic Break

Accommodation overview: Set in an idyllically peaceful position in 6 acres of landscaped grounds on the borders of Cheshire the Peak District Derbyshire and Staffordshire these lovely properties offer a wonderful base from which to explore the many visitor attractions in the area. They are immaculately presented combining luxurious furnishings with beamed interiors and the state of the art swimming pool complex is a real treat. Sport fishing is available on site. Within 6 miles are Little Moreton Hall and Biddulph Grange Gardens (both NT) and the village of Biddulph is 1½ miles away and offers pubs and shops. Beautiful Rudyard Lake for fishing walking rowing boat hire and small steam train and the quaint town of Leek are 6 miles. Alton Towers and Splash Landings swimming complex the Monkey Forest at Trentham Gardens Waterworld indoor skiing and bowling at Festival Park in Stoke and the pottery museum are all within 15 miles. Chatsworth House and Haddon Hall 30 miles. Horse riding locally. Pub and shops 1½ miles. Two bedrooms both ensuite. Entrance hall. Very spacious open plan beamed dining/kitchen with range cooker opens to lovely conservatory sitting room with wood burning stove French doors to terrace and panoramic views. Wet room/WC. First floor: Two lovely double bedrooms with 5’ four poster beds and ensuite shower room/WC.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Little Park Farm, Cellarhead, Staffordshire, Central England

Sleeps 10
Weekly price range £551 to £1515

Self catering accommodation in Cellarhead sleeps 10.

Features include: Short Breaks • Multi bathrooms Detached • Fishing nearby Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pub near by • Pets allowed sleeps 10

Accommodation overview: Glorious panoramic views over meadowland and the Staffordshire moorlands and a peaceful farmstead location are enjoyed by visitors to this recently built farmhouse. Perfect for larger groups it boasts a smart modern exceptionally spacious and luxurious interior half an acre of garden and access to free fishing – all within 8 miles of both Alton Towers and the cycle trails of the Manifold Valley. Also about 8 miles away the Potteries offer a wealth of attractions including china factory tours craft areas shops and museums as well as the Waterworld swimming pool indoor skiing and bowling. Within 4 miles a steam railway provides scenic trips whilst more energetic visitors can enjoy paintball games or wonderful walking in the Churnet Valley. The great houses of Shugborough Hall Little Moreton Hall and Chatsworth all lie within easy reach and golf and riding are available nearby. There is a dining pub and restaurant in Cellar head (1 mile) and the nearest shop is 1½ miles whilst more extensive shopping is 4 miles.

Entrance hall. Spacious and very comfortable kitchen/dining room. Utility room. Games room with pool table playstation/DVD and TV/video. Large sitting room with open fire. Twin bedded room. Cloakroom/W.C. First floor: Two double bedrooms one with 5' bed both with TV and ensuite bathroom/W.C. and separate shower cubicle. Two twin bedded rooms both with ensuite shower room/W.C.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Chatcull Old Hall, Eccleshall, Staffordshire, Central England

Sleeps 12
Weekly price range £1300 to £

Self catering accommodation in Eccleshall sleeps 12.

Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Games Room • Sleeps 12

Accommodation overview: Set in delightful, unspoilt countryside, Chatcull Old Hall is an attractive and spacious farmhouse that dates back 300 years and retains many original features, including a wealth of beams, oak panelling, and a superb inglenook fireplace. It boasts a secluded, lawned garden, surrounded by pretty shrubs, and is set within the grounds of a working arable and dairy farm (close to the owners’ home), where visitors enjoy shared use of a hard tennis court.
It is perfectly placed for walking, cycling and exploring the many delights and natural wonders of the Peak District, Shropshire and Cheshire – The nearby Potteries comprises the towns of Stoke, Stafford and Newcastle-under-Lyme, where excellent shops, leisure facilities and golf courses are all available. Alton Towers is nearby. Within easy driving distance are Nantwich, Ironbridge, Shrewsbury and Chester. There is coarse fishing on site (by arrangement only – guests must bring their own equipment), and horse riding is available locally. There are shops and good restaurants just 5 miles away in Eccleshall, and pub in Croxton (1½ miles).

Living room with wood-burning stove and doors to garden and games room (with table tennis and pool table). Sitting/dining room with sofa-bed (for +2) and additional TV. Modern kitchen with Aga, electric cooker and large family table (also snooker table). Shower room with toilet. Utility/drying room. Large enclosed verandah for boots/wet clothing. First floor: Two double bedrooms; one with TV and door leading to twin bedroom. Twin bedroom with wash basin. Small twin bedroom. Bathroom with toilet. Shower room with toilet. All bedrooms have sloping ceilings.

Gable Cottage, Onecote, Staffordshire, Central England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £235 to £582

Self catering accommodation in Onecote sleeps 4.

Features include: Non Smoking • Four Poster • Pub Close By • Open Fire • Short Break • Pet Friendly

Accommodation overview: Set in glorious countryside in the south of the Peak District National Park this charming beamed and attractively furnished cottage adjoins the owners’ 17th-century home in the hamlet of Onecote just 100 yards from a welcoming dining pub. There are numerous marked footpaths locally for extensive walking. Leek is 7 miles away with interesting shopping and Ashbourne and Buxton with its summer festival are 12 miles away. There is cycle hire available on the Manifold Trail 5 miles and Alton Towers is 10 miles away. Trentham Gardens Monkey Park Waterworld Chatsworth House Little Moreton Hall (NT) and the Heights of Abraham are within a 45 minute drive. Golf 7 miles riding 12 miles. Shop 4 miles pub 100 yards. Sitting room with wood-burning stove and door to enclosed patio. Kitchen with arch to small dining area. First floor: Double bedroom with four poster bed. Twin bedded room. Bathroom/WC (shower over bath).

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Cherry Cottage, Leek, Staffordshire, Central England

Sleeps 2
Weekly price range £328 to £631

Self catering accommodation in Leek sleeps 2.

Features include: Detached • Non Smoking • Private Hot Tub • Indoor Pool • Fishing On Site • Open Fire • Short Break • Romantic Break

Accommodation overview: Set in an idyllically peaceful position in 6 acres of landscaped grounds on the borders of Cheshire the Peak District Derbyshire and Staffordshire these lovely properties offer a wonderful base from which to explore the many visitor attractions in the area. They are immaculately presented combining luxurious furnishings with beamed interiors and the state of the art swimming pool complex is a real treat. Sport fishing is available on site. Within 6 miles are Little Moreton Hall and Biddulph Grange Gardens (both NT) and the village of Biddulph is 1½ miles away and offers pubs and shops. Beautiful Rudyard Lake for fishing walking rowing boat hire and small steam train and the quaint town of Leek are 6 miles. Alton Towers and Splash Landings swimming complex the Monkey Forest at Trentham Gardens Waterworld indoor skiing and bowling at Festival Park in Stoke and the pottery museum are all within 15 miles. Chatsworth House and Haddon Hall 30 miles. Horse riding locally. Pub and shops 1½ miles. Spacious beamed open plan sitting/dining room with wood burning stove fitted kitchen and superb views. First floor: Gallery bedroom with 5’ brass and iron bedstead. Luxury bathroom/WC with roll top bath shower cubicle and bidet.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

The Croft, Rolleston-on-Dove, Staffordshire, Central England

Sleeps 10
Weekly price range £1300 to £

Self catering accommodation in Rolleston-on-Dove sleeps 10.

Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Golf nearby • Detached • Garden • Sleeps 10

Accommodation overview: This large five bedroomed 17th-century character house is set in the heart of the prestigious rural village of Rolleston-on-Dove – first documented in King Edmund’s Charter of 942AD. Overlooking the church and village green, the extended cottage has privacy assured from the very large enclosed landscaped gardens allowing areas for complete relaxation. The Croft is a detached holiday property and is close to an attractive and popular village pub which serves excellent food and wine. Furnished to a very high standard throughout, The Croft has its own cinema room which allows guests the chance to enjoy a movie on a large screen. The large family kitchen is equipped with modern fittings and the large dining room area is fantastic to enjoy a meal together at the end of a busy day. There is a conservatory and separate study room with computer access for those that like to keep in touch whilst away or for researching the many local attractions in the area. There are five bedrooms in total – two on the first floor share a family shower room with toilet whilst a third and fourth have a Jack and Jill shower room with toilet. The fifth bedroom is on the ground floor along with a separate bathroom and toilet. The North Staffordshire Railway gives access to Burton-on-Trent and nearby facilities include Alton Towers, Drayton Manor Park, Snibson Discovery Park, Conkers, Bass Museum, Carsington Reservoir, Ashbourne and several National Trust properties. The famous Tutbury Crystal and Tutbury Castle are also nearby and for keen cyclists, the Tissington Trail with its 13-mile route is a must. Donnington Park is 25 minutes away, which is home to the World Superbike Championship and (from 2010) to the British Formula One Grand Prix. Craythorne Golf Club is ½ mile. Shop ¼ mile, pub 300 yards.

Spacious living room with open fire. Cinema room with TV. Large dining room. Large, well-equipped, farmhouse-style kitchen with breakfast area, gas/electric Rangemaster (for cooking) and TV. Study. Conservatory with TV. Double bedroom with 5ft bed. Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet. First floor: Double bedroom with 5ft bed and TV and double bedroom with 5ft round bed and TV, each sharing en-suite shower room with toilet. Two further double bedrooms, one with 5ft bed and TV. Shower room with toilet.

Holly Oak barn, Meerbrook, Staffordshire, Central England

Sleeps 12
Weekly price range £601 to £1778

Self catering accommodation in Meerbrook sleeps 12.

Features include: Short Breaks • Multi bathrooms Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pets allowed sleeps 12

Accommodation overview: Set in the Peak District National Park this lovely barn conversion enjoys views over countryside and famous Roaches rocks. Ideal for walking climbing or fishing it lies at the end of a private 1½ mile drive on the borders of Derbyshire Cheshire and Staffordshire and enjoys its own garden. A wealth of interesting places and activities including Waterworld swimming pool bowling Potteries Festival Park Alton Towers Jodrell Bank Science Park and the National Trust properties of Little Moreton Hall and Quarry Bank Mill – all about 15 miles away. Chatsworth House and Haddon Hall are 20 miles. Carp fishing locally on a day permit (complimentary day pass for 6 adults on full week bookings - further passes £8 pp per day) and coarse fishing (all year) can be found at Rudyard Lake just a 20 minute drive away. Pony trekking and cycle hire 8 miles. Dining pub 2 miles shops in Leek 3½ miles.

This barn conversion boasts a beautifully styled and very comfortable modern interior. Well equipped beamed farmhouse style kitchen with dining area. Double bedroom with TV. Spacious second double bedroom with additional single bed and single pull out bed (for + 2 children) and TV. Two twin bedded rooms each with TV. Bathroom/W.C. (shower over bath). Shower room. Separate W.C. Steep stairs to galleried twin bedded room with TV. Second staircase to first floor: Very spacious beamed sitting room with splendid views wood burning stove polished oak floor and pool table.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Woodgate House, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, Central England

Sleeps 9
Weekly price range £1300 to £

Self catering accommodation in Uttoxeter sleeps 9.

Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pub nearby • Garden • Sleeps 9

Accommodation overview: This substantial adjoining Georgian family house occupies a delightful setting just one mile from the heart of Uttoxeter, yet is located in a quiet country lane adjacent to the golf course. Uttoxeter is a friendly market town with colourful markets held each Wednesday and Saturday, it is also home to Uttoxeter Racecourse, which offers horse racing, family fun days, antique fairs and much more. Furnished in traditional style and offering spacious accommodation, this property provides an excellent holiday base from which to explore the many attractions in the surrounding area. For a family day out try visiting nearby Alton Towers Theme Park, Blackbrook Zoological Park, Trentham Gardens and Monkey Forest and Twycross Zoo. Sudbury Hall is well worth a visit, built in the second half of the 17th century by George Vernon, it boasts many fine rooms for visitors to explore and the Long Gallery and Main Hall which was featured in the BBC’s Pride and Predudice. Located next to Sudury Hall is the Museum of Childhood which makes a great day out for all the family with many activities for children. Further northwest is Kedleston Hall, with its beautiful restored gardens and surrounding park which includes a fishing pavilion and a series of lakes and cascades. It also offers a restaurant and National Trust shop. Alternatively try shooting at Doveridge Clay Sports, have a day at the renowned Uttoxeter Racecourse, which is on the doorstep, or experience the stunning landscape of the Peak District National Park. For walkers and cyclists the area boasts beautiful countryside with lush fields, pretty villages and some award-winning restaurants and quaint pubs. Shop 1 mile, restaurant 400 yards.

Large living room with open fire and French doors. Large dining room. Large, well-equipped farmhouse-style kitchen with tiled floor. Utility. Separate toilet. First floor: Two double bedrooms, each with 5ft bed; one with en-suite shower room and toilet. Bathroom with toilet. Second floor: Double bedroom with 5ft bed and sloping ceiling. Twin bedroom. Bathroom with shower attachment and toilet.

Hollybush Cottage, Denford, Staffordshire, Central England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £295 to £692

Self catering accommodation in Denford sleeps 4.

Features include: Short Breaks • Multi bathrooms • Non smoking Fishing nearby Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pub near by • Pets allowed sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Beside the Caldon canal and enjoying views over the water and meadows these lovely cottages offer very comfortably furnished retreats amidst pretty countryside close to many year round attractions. Recently completely renovated they stand adjoining a renowned country pub in the hamlet of Denford adjacent to a country park and within 4 miles of the Peak District National Park. Leek is 3 miles. Waterworld swimming pool china factory tours museums steam railways Alton Towers Biddulph Grange gardens and Little Moreton Hall (N.T.) are within 10 miles.

Sitting room with Victorian open fireplace. Kitchen/dining room. Utility area. Bathroom/W.C. with separate shower cubicle. First floor: Double bedroom. Twin bedded room.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Shaw House, Alton, Staffordshire, Central England

Sleeps 7
Weekly price range £271 to £631

Self catering accommodation in Alton sleeps 7.

Features include: Short Breaks Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pub near by • Pets allowed sleeps 7

Accommodation overview: With superb walking from the door into Dimmingsdale Nature Reserve and the Churnet Valley with its steam train this peaceful comfortably furnished farmhouse is ideal for bird watchers yet only 3 miles from Alton Towers. Waterworld Swimming Pool Drayton Manor Park Shugborough Hall Trentham Gardens and Monkey Park and Carsington Water are all within easy reach. There is a 'Seasonal' pub (open March - November) just 200 yards away and shops and pubs 1 mile. Visitors are welcome on neighbouring farm.

Entrance hall. Spacious sitting room with dining area and open fire. Large farmhouse kitchen with dining table. First floor: Two double bedrooms each with additional single bed (for + 1). Bathroom/W.C. (shower over bath).

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Grange Park Cottage, Cheddleton, Staffordshire, Central England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £425 to £839

Self catering accommodation in Cheddleton sleeps 4.

Features include: Short Breaks • Multi bathrooms • Non smoking • Detached • Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pub near by Luxury accommodation sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Enjoying a peaceful and secluded hilltop location private garden and superb views this lovely detached cottage also boasts its own games room. Three fine pubs and tea rooms are ½ mile and 400 yards away the Caldon Canal towpath affords easy walking into the market town of Leek (3 miles by road). A steam railway Roaches Rocks The Potteries and Chatsworth are all easily accessible. Local fishing golf and riding nearby.

Hall. Cloakroom/W.C. Beamed sitting/dining room with wood burner and French doors to terrace. Well equipped kitchen with breakfast table. First floor: Double bedroom with ensuite shower room/W.C. Twin bedded room. Bathroom/W.C. (shower attachment).

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143