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Small Lane Barn, Blackwood Hill

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Small Lane Barn is a converted stone barn with exposed beams and original features in the Staffordshire Moorlands. The barn sits in a peaceful rural location with views across open countryside. Inside you'll find a wood-burning stove and a private hot tub perfect for soaking under the stars after exploring the Peak District.

The barn overlooks rolling fields and farmland. You're surrounded by quiet country lanes and footpaths that lead straight into the moorlands. It's proper countryside here with sheep grazing nearby and big skies overhead.

The barn sleeps six across three bedrooms. There's an open-plan living area with the kitchen flowing into the dining space. The bedrooms include a double and two twins.

About Small Lane Barn

Small Lane Barn is a converted stone barn with exposed beams and original features in the Staffordshire Moorlands. The barn sits in a peaceful rural location with views across open countryside. Inside you'll find a wood-burning stove and a private hot tub perfect for soaking under the stars after exploring the Peak District.

The barn overlooks rolling fields and farmland. You're surrounded by quiet country lanes and footpaths that lead straight into the moorlands. It's proper countryside here with sheep grazing nearby and big skies overhead.

The barn sleeps six across three bedrooms. There's an open-plan living area with the kitchen flowing into the dining space. The bedrooms include a double and two twins. Two bathrooms serve the property.

Alton Towers sits 8 miles away (15 minutes' drive). The Peak District National Park boundary is 4 miles north (10 minutes). Rudyard Lake offers waterside walks 6 miles away (12 minutes). Leek market town provides shops and cafes 5 miles distant (10 minutes).

Small Lane Barn suits families wanting outdoor adventures and evening hot tub sessions. The combination of original barn character and moorland location makes this special.

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at Small Lane Barn

Private Hot Tub

Soak in your own hot tub with countryside views after days exploring the Staffordshire Moorlands and Peak District nearby.

Original Barn Features

Exposed beams and stone walls create authentic barn character throughout the living spaces and bedrooms.

Wood-Burning Stove

The wood burner adds warmth and atmosphere on cooler evenings spent relaxing in the open-plan living area.

Rural Moorland Setting

Surrounded by open fields and farmland with footpaths leading directly into the Staffordshire Moorlands from the doorstep.

Peak District Access

The Peak District National Park boundary sits just 4 miles away offering walking trails and outdoor activities.

Family-Friendly Location

Alton Towers theme park is only 8 miles away making this perfect for families wanting countryside and entertainment.

Getting To Small Lane Barn

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Small Lane Barn by car, take the A52 towards Leek then follow signs for Ipstones. The barn sits down a quiet country lane in the Staffordshire Moorlands with off-road parking available on arrival.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Stoke-on-Trent, approximately 12 miles away. From there, you'll need a taxi or hire car for the journey through the countryside to the barn.

Off-road parking available
Stoke-on-Trent station (12 miles)
Accessible via A52 and Ipstones

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Alton Towers Resort
Distance: 8 miles
ST10 4DB
Rudyard Lake
Distance: 6 miles
ST13 8RB
Peak District National Park
Distance: 4 miles
ST13 7EY
Manifold Valley Trail
Distance: 7 miles
ST13 7EU
Roaches Estate
Distance: 8 miles
ST13 8UB
Tittesworth Reservoir
Distance: 5 miles
ST13 8SW
Leek Market Town
Distance: 5 miles
ST13 5HH
Ashbourne Town Centre
Distance: 11 miles
DE6 1AE
Tesco Superstore Leek
Distance: 5 miles
ST13 6JZ
Stoke-on-Trent Station
Distance: 12 miles
ST4 2AA
Ipstones Village
Distance: 1 mile
ST10 2LY
Cheadle Town
Distance: 4 miles
ST10 1AA
Alton Towers Resort
Distance: 8 miles
ST10 4DB
Rudyard Lake
Distance: 6 miles
ST13 8RB
Peak District National Park
Distance: 4 miles
ST13 7EY
Manifold Valley Trail
Distance: 7 miles
ST13 7EU
Roaches Estate
Distance: 8 miles
ST13 8UB
Tittesworth Reservoir
Distance: 5 miles
ST13 8SW
Leek Market Town
Distance: 5 miles
ST13 5HH
Ashbourne Town Centre
Distance: 11 miles
DE6 1AE
Tesco Superstore Leek
Distance: 5 miles
ST13 6JZ
Stoke-on-Trent Station
Distance: 12 miles
ST4 2AA
Ipstones Village
Distance: 1 mile
ST10 2LY
Cheadle Town
Distance: 4 miles
ST10 1AA

Is Small Lane Barn Right For Your Group

Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family reunion...

For Families
Children can explore the surrounding fields and moorland countryside directly from the barn. The outdoor space allows for games and fresh air activities. Alton Towers sits just 8 miles away for theme park excitement. Rudyard Lake offers boating and waterside adventures 6 miles distant. The rural setting provides space for kids to run around safely away from traffic.
Groups Will Love...
The private hot tub stands out as the star feature at Small Lane Barn. Set outdoors with views across the Staffordshire countryside, it's perfect for evening soaks under the stars after days exploring the Peak District. The combination of hot water and moorland views creates a memorable experience. You can relax in the bubbles while watching the sun set over the fields.
Pet Friendly
Small Lane Barn welcomes dogs so you can bring your pets on holiday. The rural Staffordshire Moorlands location provides endless walking opportunities straight from the door. Footpaths lead across fields and into the countryside where dogs can explore safely. The outdoor space around the barn gives pets room to stretch their legs. The nearby Peak District offers even more dog-friendly trails.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Small Lane Barn

The Jervis Arms

Located 1.5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: ST10 2LT

The Holly Bush Inn

Located 3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: ST13 7PP

Ye Olde Rock Inn

Located 6 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: ST13 8TY

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Small Lane Barn

Is Small Lane Barn pet friendly?
The property welcomes dogs so you can bring your pets along to explore the surrounding Staffordshire countryside. The rural setting and nearby footpaths make it ideal for dog walking.
What original barn features does Small Lane Barn have?
The conversion retains exposed wooden beams and original stone walls throughout the accommodation. These authentic features create traditional barn character in the living spaces and bedrooms.
How many people does the barn sleep?
Small Lane Barn accommodates six guests across three bedrooms. The layout includes one double bedroom and two twin rooms with two bathrooms serving the property.
What are the living spaces like?
The barn has an open-plan layout with the kitchen flowing into the dining and sitting areas. A wood-burning stove provides a focal point in the main living space.
Where is Small Lane Barn located?
The barn sits in the Staffordshire Moorlands near the village of Ipstones. You're surrounded by farmland with the Peak District National Park 4 miles to the north.
What can you see from the barn?
Views stretch across open fields and rolling moorland countryside. The rural setting means you'll see grazing sheep and farmland from the windows and outdoor spaces.
Is there parking at the barn?
Off-road parking is provided at the property. The barn sits down a quiet country lane with easy access from the main roads.
What's nearby for families?
Alton Towers theme park is 8 miles away taking 15 minutes by car. Rudyard Lake offers boating and waterside walks 6 miles distant while Leek provides shops and cafes 5 miles away.

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Small Lane Barn Reviews

Michelle
Perfect get away, beautiful location and excellent property. Clean and comfortable and owner was super welcoming and helpful.
Superb cottage and one of the best places we've stayed. All the facilities were great quality and the attention to detail was second to none. Thank you!
Emma e
Total perfection. Everything about this property is 1010. Quality, cleanliness, location, comfort, spaciousness, peacefulness, ample parking outside the door, everything you could possibly need and more. The games room is amazing. I can't wait to return and would highly recommend to everyone.
Charlotte
Beautiful, comfortable and fabulously equipped accommodation for a perfect weekend of relaxation for 8 friends.
Louise
We had a wonderful time at the barn. It was perfect. Beautifully decorated, immaculately clean and in a beautiful and peaceful location. The hosts were kind and helpful and nothing was too much trouble. We have already booked to return in 2027 and cant wait.
We had such a lovely stay here. The games barn was a brilliant addition and the accommodation was perfect for what we needed. The owner was very friendly and helpful too. Would definitely recommend!
Jeanette
My family is special and to spend the weekend at Barn cottage was an exceptionally great time for bonding we had a great time eating and playing snooker in the games room the home was outstanding with a beautiful log burner in the lounge kitchen magnificent and every bedroom was to die for and the top item for my step daughter and grandchildren and their partners was the hottub. Looking forward to returning soon.
Lovely accommodation, the barn, the views and the hot tub were amazing. Extra bonus it had a huge games room for us all. In an ideal location to go do some walking in the peaks. Great communication with the owner Liz. Some lovely memories made with a group of friends. Would definitely rebook and recommend.
Angela
Beautiful property and friendly and helpful owner
The property was immaculate and so well looked after. It has everything you need and more it's very clear the owner cares deeply for the place. I've stayed at both locations now and can say they are both lovely and would 100 stay again. I would like to book both places as it's possible to have them joined making it a great stay for up to 16 people.
Anthony
This cottage I cannot recommend highly enough. It is fabulous. Nothing has been scrimped on when doing the place up. Quality kitchen and appliances, which is fully equipped. 4 bedrooms which are all very comfortable. 3 ShowersBathrooms which are beautifully fitted out. Plenty of parking, and a private hot tub, plus there is also a games building with a full size snooker table. The place was fully decorated for Christmas for our Christmas stay. 5 star quality accommodation.
Razvan
Is a lovely barn with all kitchen needs. Everything inside the house is 5 . Definitely we will come back. Thank you
Alison
WOW!! Literally one of the best holiday homes Ive ever stayed in . This was a weekend break for myself, my daughter and nieces and one of their close friends to meet up they live all around the world and celebrate a 30th birthday. The house was furnished to an exceptionally high standard. Every possible thing you could need in the kitchen. Super comfy lounge area as part of a big open plan room, so we were all together whether relaxing or busy in the kitchen. Bedrooms were super well presented and extremely comfortable. Fabulous bathrooms, powerful showers, plenty of hot water. Hot tub outside the back door with a beautiful view, hot tub towels provided was an extra bonus. And the games room was enormous with such a variety of games! Yes it was cold in there in an old barn but the heaters really helped and we really didnt feel the cold when moving around playing the gamesand it was Baltic outside. Had a good walk one day a couple of miles to a local pub and had food there. The home is isolated down long narrow country lanes, perfect for escaping the madness of every day life, with only the sound of cowssheepbirds outdoors. And the house was so quiet, there was a family next door and if we hadnt seen them we wouldnt know they were there, it was silent. Lovely welcome pack from the owner was much appreciated, prosecco , snacks, eggs etc. Would love to return to this beautiful home with a group of my own friends, a more mature group but the house would be perfect for us
We stayed as a group of six and the cottage was perfect for our weekend. It felt homely as soon as we walked in and everything was finished to a really high standard. The Christmas decorations were an unexpected bonus and set the mood for the relaxed festive weekend we wanted mulled wine, food, Christmas films and the hot tub. The bedrooms were comfortable and spacious, and the log fire was a highlight. We couldnt have asked for a better place to stay. Highly recommend.
Amanda
We had a fantastic short stay at Small Lane Barn. The property was immaculate and provided everything we needed. The games room and the hot tub were a big hit. Only sad that we werent staying longer !
Kirsty
Beautiful barn with homely touches and wonderfully kind and attentive host. The barn had everything we needed and more. The rooms were so comfortable and clean. Our best ever staycation! Highly recommend for anyone! We loved it!
Ashley
This house was amazing. Everything you could need and more. Hot tub fantastic and everyone loved the games room. The scenery was stunning and although remote shops and pub only minutes away. We will visit again.
Charlotte
Absolutely beautiful property comfiest beds, superbly equipped, cleanest hot tub . ... fabulous. We're booking again for March next year.
Amazing property! No expense spared when renovating this property. Decorated with taste and comfort. Kitchen stocked with everything you could need. A real home from home. The garden is beautiful with amazing views. No negatives with the property. Just wished they allowed dogs as would 100 return. We stayed as 3 couples for birthday celebrations. Perfect stay all round.
A beautiful place with all the comforts you could want. Must be up there as one of the cleanest places that we have stayed. the surrounding views were outstanding.
Hayley
I had an incredible stay at Small Lane Barn. The blend of rustic charm and modern amenities was perfect for our weekend getaway with friends. The owners are extremely communicative and provided lots of really great information as well as answering any questions we had promptly. The addition of the jacuzzi provided the ultimate relaxation after a day of exploring. And the games room was a fantastic bonus, keeping everyone entertained with a variety of activities. The peaceful surroundings made it a perfect getaway. Highly recommend for anyone looking to unwind and have fun. Thank you we have already recommenced you to relatives and are looking for and excuse to come again.
What an absolute gem of a place Liz & Rueben have . We had a lovely time in the cottage everything was top notch from the crockery to the furnishings. So much so we got home and booked again for next year ! There are plenty of places to visit around the cottage too . The icing on the cake was the first afternoon a hare came into the courtyard.
Yvette
The Barn was wonderful. Its extremely well fitted out, everything was there, it was a real home from home experience. The games room and hot tub were just amazing, plenty of things to keep us entertained and in a wonderful environment. It really was a great location too, plenty of things to do within east driving distance. Liz was quick to get back to us, providing high chairs, travel cots and stair gates. Good communication. We had a fantastic long weekend, thanks Liz and Ruben
Samantha
Excellent accommodation with plenty of glasses, plates & cutlery and all you need to cater for a large family and plenty of room for everyone to eat, and relax. The beds were all comfortable and all other facilities were fabulous, good quality and everything was spotless.The family loved the large games room and variety of games available. The owner was very friendly and was so kind to agree that the groomsmen for my sons wedding could get ready at the property so that we could take photos and leave for the wedding together. We would love to return for another family holiday. Highly recommend.
Superb accommodation with amazing views. The hot tub and games room with the full size snooker table were a hit with all the family. The welcome pack was an unexpected bonus ! A great cottage for a holiday, and we would love to return in the future!
Melissa
The barn was absolutely immaculate, very well equipped and just overall stunning! We all really enjoyed our stay and will be back! The owner is lovely and cant do enough for you!
Property was absolutely beautiful and clean. The game room was great fun and had nostalgic vibe. Had a great time there.
Small Lane Barn was just what you need in a holiday property, a fantastic home from home. Liz and Reuben are very welcoming hosts and should be very proud of the accommodation they have provided for quest to stay. The views are amazing and the hot tub was very pleasing at the end of a day out. We found plenty of places to visit from spa's to boats and steam trains. The Trentham Estate was a great place to visit. I would only have one comment and that would be to have a long mirror. A lady likes to have a long mirror.
A really delightful place to stay, excellent location and beautifully furnished with everything we needed for our family gathering. Thank you
We had a fantastic short stay at what I can only describe as a wonderful home from home barn. The property is superbly equipped with high end kitchen, and the attention to detail throughout is top class. We will without doubt stay again if in the area.
Great house for family gettogether, great facilities all round, views of countryside beautiful
Darren
Fabulous, matched the description
Lauren
What a wonderful long weekend in such a rare find! The whole place was beautifully finished with amazing views and quiet evenings. Having access to a games room was the cherry on the cake for us and was used a lot! Liz, the owner, was on hand for any problems, with the only issues being parking and finding it can be a bit tricky, but Liz was brilliant. She let us know about road closures before we set off, helped with parking too and on top, let us have a 4hour early checkin. She checked the hot tub daily, which was a concern turned breath of fresh air for us. We had an incredible time and cant wait to give our annual trip a permanent residence!
Sandra
Absolutely beautiful property, fantastic views all around. Been going on weekends away for around 30 years with friends and would say this is the best we have stayed in.
Rachel
Lovely cottage beautifully furnished. Only feedback would be there is no full length mirror & the kitchen knives were blunt. But apart from that it was fab
Allison
Beautiful, well appointed holiday cottage set in beautiful surroundings. Cottage had everything you needed, was clean and well maintained. Games room and hot tub great addition. Owner was so helpful in advising us of local walks. Looking to have a return visit next year.
The property was amazing, everything was done to a high standard and more than enough space for 8 people. It was really secluded too, had great views of the country side. Couldn't recommend highly enough !
Joanne
Can highly recommend staying here. Excellent standards, great facilities and plenty of walks and amenities in the area.
Thank you for such a wonderful stay at Small Lane Barn! It was truly a lovely experience, and we couldnt have asked for a better place to enjoy some quality time with friends. The attention to detail and the welcoming atmosphere youve created really made a difference in making our stay so special. Well definitely be talking about our time there for a long while! Thank you for making it all possible we hope to return soon! Lydia x
Brendan
From the outset, Liz was great & contacted us with everything we needed to reach the cottage. When we visited, there was a lot of snow and ice so Liz & Reuben actually sent us the best routes to avoid the worst of the weather. The house is just awesome and the standard of cleanliness and furnishings was nothing but exceptional. We had the best time and couldn't thank Liz & Reuben enough for their care and attention. We will 100 be back and couldn't recommend this property enough. Brendan & Sophie
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