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The Cottage is a converted stone barn on a working farm in Staffordshire, just minutes from the Peak District. Original stone walls and a woodburning stove in the sitting room create that authentic barn feel. Two well-behaved pets are welcome and there's a lawn with furniture for sunny days. Remote-controlled gates give you privacy and security.

You're surrounded by farmland with horses, chickens, goats and ducks wandering about. The countryside here is perfect for walking and cycling. It's quiet and peaceful but not isolated.

Two bedrooms sleep four. The double and twin both have their own basins. There's a ground floor shower room. The kitchen-diner has an electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher and washing machine.

About The Cottage

The Cottage is a converted stone barn on a working farm in Staffordshire, just minutes from the Peak District. Original stone walls and a woodburning stove in the sitting room create that authentic barn feel. Two well-behaved pets are welcome and there's a lawn with furniture for sunny days. Remote-controlled gates give you privacy and security.

You're surrounded by farmland with horses, chickens, goats and ducks wandering about. The countryside here is perfect for walking and cycling. It's quiet and peaceful but not isolated.

Two bedrooms sleep four. The double and twin both have their own basins. There's a ground floor shower room. The kitchen-diner has an electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher and washing machine. The sitting room has Freeview TV and that woodburner for cosy nights in.

Alton Towers is 5 miles away (10 minutes). Ashbourne with its independent shops and cafes is 7 miles (15 minutes). Dovedale for riverside walks is 8 miles (20 minutes). Carsington Water for cycling and watersports is 9 miles (20 minutes).

The Cottage works brilliantly for families visiting Alton Towers or couples exploring the Peak District. Pet-friendly with secure parking and farm animals to watch makes it special.

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at The Cottage

Woodburning stove in sitting room

Original stone walls and a real fire create that cosy barn atmosphere on chilly evenings after long countryside walks.

Farm animals on site

Horses, chickens, goats and ducks wander the farm. Kids love watching them and Pebbles the friendly cat often visits.

Spotlessly clean throughout

Guests consistently praise how clean and well-maintained this barn conversion is. Fresh bed linen and towels are always provided.

Perfect for Alton Towers

Just 10 minutes drive to the theme park makes this ideal for families. Come back to peace and quiet afterwards.

Peaceful rural location

Set on a working farm with countryside views all around. Quiet and private despite being close to local amenities.

Fully equipped kitchen

Everything you need including dishwasher, washing machine, microwave and even an air fryer. Caffetiere for proper coffee too.

Getting To The Cottage

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach The Cottage by car, take the A52 towards Ashbourne then follow signs for Ellastone. The barn conversion is on a working farm with remote-controlled gates providing secure access. You'll have off-road parking for two cars.

By Train

The nearest railway station is Uttoxeter, approximately 8 miles away. From there you'll need a taxi to reach this rural Staffordshire location. Alternatively, Derby station offers more frequent services and is around 20 miles away.

Off-road parking for two cars
Uttoxeter station (8 miles)
Remote-controlled secure gates

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Dovedale
Distance: 4.4 miles (11 min drive)
DE6 2AY
Alton Towers Resort
Distance: 7.3 miles (14 min drive)
ST10 4DB
Gulliver's Kingdom
Distance: 17.6 miles (32 min drive)
DE4 3PE
Brown End Quarry
Distance: 1.4 miles (2 min drive)
ST10 3JR
Weaver Walk
Distance: 0.6 miles (2 min drive)
Thorpe Cloud
Distance: 4.6 miles (12 min drive)
DE6 2BE
The Egg Hut
Distance: 1.5 miles (2 min drive)
ST10 3JR
Aldi
Distance: 5.2 miles (8 min drive)
DE6 1AY
Marks & Spencer
Distance: 5.4 miles (9 min drive)
DE6 1DG
Blythe Bridge Station
Distance: 13.7 miles (23 min drive)
ST11 9RS
Uttoxeter Station
Distance: 14.9 miles (25 min drive)
ST14 8AX
East Midlands Airport
Distance: 38.5 miles (52 min drive)
DE74 2SA
Dovedale
Distance: 4.4 miles (11 min drive)
DE6 2AY
Alton Towers Resort
Distance: 7.3 miles (14 min drive)
ST10 4DB
Gulliver's Kingdom
Distance: 17.6 miles (32 min drive)
DE4 3PE
Brown End Quarry
Distance: 1.4 miles (2 min drive)
ST10 3JR
Weaver Walk
Distance: 0.6 miles (2 min drive)
Thorpe Cloud
Distance: 4.6 miles (12 min drive)
DE6 2BE
The Egg Hut
Distance: 1.5 miles (2 min drive)
ST10 3JR
Aldi
Distance: 5.2 miles (8 min drive)
DE6 1AY
Marks & Spencer
Distance: 5.4 miles (9 min drive)
DE6 1DG
Blythe Bridge Station
Distance: 13.7 miles (23 min drive)
ST11 9RS
Uttoxeter Station
Distance: 14.9 miles (25 min drive)
ST14 8AX
East Midlands Airport
Distance: 38.5 miles (52 min drive)
DE74 2SA

Is The Cottage Right For Your Group

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

For Families
Kids love watching the farm animals here. Horses, chickens, goats and ducks wander about and Pebbles the cat often visits. There's a lawn for playing outside and a highchair and cot are available. Alton Towers is just 10 minutes away. Each bedroom has Freeview TV. The countryside setting means space to run around safely.
Groups Will Love...
The woodburning stove in the sitting room is the heart of this barn conversion. Original stone walls surround you as you warm up after countryside walks. There's something special about a real fire in an authentic stone barn. The sitting room has comfortable seating and Freeview TV. Gas central heating keeps the whole place warm but that stove creates proper atmosphere.
Pet Friendly
Two well-behaved dogs are welcome at The Cottage. The countryside setting is perfect for walks straight from the door. There's a lawn where dogs can stretch their legs and miles of farmland and Peak District trails nearby. You must keep pets on a lead outside the property as horses, chickens, goats and ducks live on the farm.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at The Cottage

The Tavern

Located 1.5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: ST14 5HN

The Dog and Partridge

Located 3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DE6 2FD

Smith's Tavern Ashbourne

Located 7 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DE6 1GH

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about The Cottage

Is The Cottage pet friendly?
Yes, two well-behaved dogs are welcome at this barn conversion. You must keep pets on a lead when outside the property as it's a working farm with other animals around.
What original barn features does The Cottage have?
The stone walls are original to this converted barn and give it real character. There's a woodburning stove in the sitting room for cosy evenings.
How many people does this barn conversion sleep?
The Cottage sleeps four people across two bedrooms. The double and twin rooms both have their own basins which is really handy.
What's the parking like at The Cottage?
There's off-road parking for two cars behind remote-controlled gates. The secure gated entrance gives you privacy and peace of mind during your stay.
What's the kitchen like in this barn conversion?
The kitchen-diner is fully equipped with electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher and washing machine. Guests love the air fryer and there's even a caffetiere for coffee lovers.
Is The Cottage suitable for visiting Alton Towers?
Absolutely perfect for Alton Towers families as it's only 5 miles away. You can be at the theme park in 10 minutes then return to peaceful countryside surroundings.
What's the outdoor space like at this barn?
There's a lawn with garden furniture where you can relax and watch the farm animals. The countryside setting means you're surrounded by fields and farmland with lovely rural views.
What's the mobile signal and WiFi like?
WiFi is available but can be slow or intermittent due to the rural location. Mobile reception is also limited in places so it's perfect if you want to properly switch off.

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