Middle Cottage

About this property

Alton 2.6 miles. Middle Cottage is a mid-terrace, family-friendly cottage overlooking the countryside in Hollington, near Alton, Staffordshire. With easy access to Alton Towers and the Peak District National Park, this welcoming cottage offers for guests far-reaching views, high-quality facilities, and off-road parking. Climb the steps through the terraced, front patio and into the sitting room where plush seats, a Smart TV, and a woodburning stove greet you. Curl up with a good book or admire the gorgeous views of the surrounding countryside and Alton Towers in the distance! Feel the warmth of underfloor heating as you step through to the kitchen/diner; spacious and well-equipped, you'll find everything you need for a self-catering stay, including an electric double oven, gas hob, fridge/freezer, washing machine, and dishwasher. Settle around the table for four and catch up with your loved ones over a hearty supper! Upstairs, hang your towel on the heated rail whilst you enjoy a hot bubble bath or shower in the family bathroom. Double and Super king-size bedrooms, one zip/link for flexible sleeping arrangements, have been thoughtfully appointed with storage space, bedside lamps, and mirrors. The peaceful village of Hollington is a great holiday base with Raddle Inn restaurant and bar just down the road, along with plenty of public footpaths through the countryside. For more amenities, Alton is a short drive away and perfect for family-friendly days out; you'll find a local village shop, popular inns such as The Bulls Head and The White Hart, and attractions including the Gothic Alton Castle and Dimmingsdale Valley & Furnace Forest Walks. Of course, thrill seekers have the renowned rides, waterpark, and CBeebies Land of Alton Towers close by, offering something for everyone! If you prefer a change of pace, the Peak District has plenty to offer in the great outdoors, from hiking to wildlife watching, whether that's exploring the ancient Thor's Cave, the wild landscapes of Ilam Park, or meeting a variety of animals at Peak Wildlife Park. Stop off in Ashbourne for The George & Dragon pub, Ashbourne Park, and why not hire a bike to explore the Peak's Tissington Trail? More wonderful days out await at RSPB Coombes Valley, Ladderedge Country Park, and the bustling market town of Leek for The Nicholson Museum & Art Gallery, Brindley Water Mill Museum, and walking or fishing around Rudyard Lake. For your next family-friendly holiday, you'll find plenty to do at Middle Cottage.

Alton is a charming village on the western edge of the Peak District, between Leek and Ashbourne. The village has a post office, a shop and a restaurant. The surrounding countryside offers miles of woodland and moorland trails for walking and cycling. The Manifold Trail is nearby, as are Dovedale and the limestone Churnet Valley. Many local attractions are easily accessible, including Chatsworth House, Haddon Hall, Lyme Park (NT), and the NT Ilam Estate. Alton Towers is only a 10-minute drive away.

Accommodation

Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x Super king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request).

Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC.

Kitchen/diner.

Sitting room with woodburning stove

Electric heating System with ground-floor underfloor heating and woodburning stove.

Electric double oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.

Smart TV, WiFi.

Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Highchair, travel cot, and stairgate available on request.

Off-road parking for 1 cars.

Front terraced patio.

Sorry, no pets and no smoking.

Shop 2.7 miles, pub 0.1 miles.

Note: There are 8 steps up to the property entrance, please take care