Barn in Staffordshire

About this property

Located in the beautiful Staffordshire Moorlands, this property is within easy reach of many local attractions. The local village pub is within walking distance and a little further afield there is a country café and farm shop where you can enjoy a breakfast, lunch or dinner. The market town of Ashbourne, famous for the Royal Shrovetide, is 8 miles away, and the towns of Bakewell famous for its Bakewell Pudding and Buxton, home to an opera house and spa, are both a little further. When you re looking to fill your days, you can choose from Alton Towers, Peak Wildlife Park, Thor s Cave and the Manifold Trail, all of which can be found nearby. Or if you re looking for activities right from your doorstep, there are plenty of pretty walks and cycle rides around the Roaches and the Manifold Valley. For those who like the water, you ll find Rudyard Lake (of Kipling fame) with its miniature steam railway and a little further out, Carsington Water with its water sports centre. Tittesworth Reservoir also has a kayak/canoeing centre if you fancy a paddle and keen anglers will also enjoy spending time here. Other attractions include Haddon Hall, Chatsworth House, Cheddleton Steam Railway, Tissington Hall, Sudbury Hall and its Museum of Childhood all are local and easily reached from the property by car. This delightfully presented former hay barn combines spacious contemporary living with traditional features. The large entrance is a great space for removing outdoor wear after a long day out exploring the rolling hills of the Peak District and it leads straight into the well equipped kitchen/diner. The kitchen area has everything you could need for your stay, including a double electric oven and induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher. The dining area has a large table and seating for you to dine in style with friends and family perfect for celebrating any occasion or simply as a place to gather. There is also a Smart TV in the dining area. In addition, there is a handy utility area situated under the stairs with a washing machine and tumble dryer. There is also a separate WC on the ground floor. Upstairs, you ll find the fantastic sitting room which combines character and style in abundance, providing a large yet cosy space with log burner, Smart TV and Bluetooth speakers. Down the hallway from the sitting room are two super king sized bedrooms a king sized bedroom, and two twin bedrooms, three of the bedrooms have an en suite shower room and WC. One of the twin bedrooms, accessed from one of the bedrooms, has two single beds (one of which is located on a mezzanine level accessed via straight steps). Finally, adjacent to the bedroom there is a bathroom with shower over bath and WC. To the front of the property you will find the enclosed garden and patio where you can enjoy amazing views of the hills, which provide the ideal backdrop for a photograph. This is also a perfect spot to relax and watch the world go by or enjoy some al fresco dining in finer weather. Need to know: 5 bedrooms 2 super king beds, 1 king size bed, 1 twin, and 1 twin (a single with additional futon bed on a mezzanine level accessed via straight steps) please take care on the mezzanine level. 3 en suite shower rooms with WC, 1 bathroom with shower over bath and WC and 1 separate WC. Double electric oven and induction hob, fridge/freezer, microwave and dishwasher. Utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer. Nespresso vertuo coffee machine. Smart TV in lounge and kitchen/diner. Log burner (first basket of logs included, more available from the owner at an additional cost). Enclosed private garden with table and chairs and BBQ. Off road parking for 3 cars only. Lockable bike store. EV charging on site Please note this is payable directly to the owner. Cot and highchair available. Outdoor dog shower. Pub 1.1 miles away. Property sleeps a maximum of 10 guests. Dogs are very welcome but please note they are not allowed upstairs. Outdoor cctv in operation. Please note, group bookings may be checked to ensure the purpose of the stay is for a holiday.

Accommodation

Enclosed garden / patio, Open fire / wood burner, Internet access, Luxury, Family friendly, Parking on site / nearby, Electric vehicle charging, Decorated for Christmas, Cottage, Yes, Yes