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Swallows Barn, set on a working farm in foothills of the Peak District

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Swallows Barn holiday cottage - adjacent to Farmhouse Cottage
Feature fireplace with a wood burning stove
Kitchen area showing the oak beams and adjoining utility / wc room
Spacious open plan living / dining room
Double bed with en-suite shower room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

Explore the area

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Congleton, ENG
  • Congleton Park
    3 min drive
  • Gawsworth Hall
    8 min drive
  • Biddulph Grange Garden
    10 min drive
  • Manchester (MAN)
    37 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Swallows Barn, set on a working farm in foothills of the Peak District

Swallows Barn was formerly a shippon for cows which has recently been renovated to a high specification. The cottage is set on a working sheep and beef farm surrounded by farm land, streams and the River Dane. Farm walks, picnics and fishing are a feature of your stay here - as well as enjoying lambs, calves and wildlife in the farm fields. The Cottages are conveniently located being close to the pretty market towns of Macclesfield, Congleton and Leek and the spa town of Buxton. They are also conveniently positioned for visits to a wealth of National Trust properties, the Roman City of Chester with its zoo and race course, and the vibrant cities of Manchester and Liverpool. Beautiful countryside and scenery is all around and for the walker, then Bosley Cloud, Macclesfield Forest, Teggs Nose, the Roaches and Hanging Stone are a must. Sailing, fishing, golfing, horse riding, mountain biking & cycling are all nearby. Jodrell Bank with its Lovell telescope is close by as is Alton Towers theme park. An 18th century brick built building, Swallows Barn has been sympathetically converted to create a light, warm, spacious and comfortable cottage with two en-suite bedrooms - to sleep four persons. Downstairs there is an open plan kitchen / living / dining area with oak beams, underfloor heating and a luxury wood burning stove. A fully fitted kitchen including dishwasher leads to a separate utility room with washer / drier, sink unit and a separate downstairs WC. The living area has a feature fireplace, comfortable seating and a 40" flat screen freeview TV with DVD player. Superfast fibre broadband is free to use. Books, games and information on local attractions are stored within the sideboard. The dining table seats four person albeit it will extend. A generous sized under-stairs cupboard is provided for useful storage space. The oak stairs lead to a small landing to the two en-suite bedrooms. One room has a double bed and the other has twin beds. Seating is provided outdoors and a garden.
The Peak District is within reach with its glorious scenery, villages, historic houses, and gardens. A visit to the Pavilion gardens and the Opera House in Buxton is a must when visiting this area. Chatsworth House - known as the 'Queen of the Peaks' is approximately one hours drive away. This area has something to suit everyone of every age and every interest.

Property manager

Brenda Lomas

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outdoors only please

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Congleton

Located in Congleton, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Peak District National Park and Astbury Mere County Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Biddulph Grange Garden and Mad-Renaline Activities. Travelling with kids? Consider The Potters Barn, or check out an event or a game at Moss Rose. Power boating and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.
Map
Congleton, ENG

What's nearby

  • Congleton Park - 3 min drive
  • Gawsworth Hall - 8 min drive
  • Rudyard Lake - 10 min drive
  • Biddulph Grange Garden - 10 min drive
  • Capesthorne Hall - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Congleton Station - 9 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Church House Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪M&S Café - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Reubens 46 - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Beartown Tap - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ye Olde Kings Arms - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Swallows Barn, set on a working farm in foothills of the Peak District pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Swallows Barn, set on a working farm in foothills of the Peak District?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Swallows Barn, set on a working farm in foothills of the Peak District?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Swallows Barn, set on a working farm in foothills of the Peak District located?

This family-friendly Congleton cottage is located on a river, within 3 mi (5 km) of Congleton Park and Gawsworth Hall. Biddulph Grange Garden and Mad-Renaline Activities are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Howard S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday from Oz
Absolutely fantastic property and location, Brenda, the host was very helpful throughout the booking process and during our three week stay, she really couldn’t do enough for us. Swallows Barn is easily accessible from Congleton with a short drive through Buglawton and was a home from home on our stay.
Stayed 18 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary M., Wareham UK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable cottage
Excellent location for visiting Cheshire and Peak District. The cleanliness and standard of the furniture and fittings in the cottage could not be faulted and Brenda was very helpful. Outdoor space not private.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Norma B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property
Lovely bright clean spacious property with all that is needed for a home away stay. We had modern appliances, books, tvs towels etc. wonderful! Thankyou.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

KAREN R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Wedding
Really lovely accommodation, very comfortable and very clean. The cottage had everything you would need to make you feel welcome, and your stay a home from home; even down to the small things like fresh flowers on the table when we arrived. Brenda, the host, was easy to contact with any questions we had and replied quickly. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Frances B., Stourbridge, West Midlands

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage
We stayed at the cottage for a long weekend for a wedding at Heaton House wedding venue. We had a super time and the cottage was so comfortable and lovely. Barbara is such a lovely lady and was so welcoming. We would definitely recommend this cottage and would love to return some time again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great holiday
The cottage was modern inside comfortable and spotlessly clean. Brenda the owner was friendly and helpful. The surrounding countryside is beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Edward D., Bonfield, IL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely perfect
I can’t say enough good things about the farm. The rental was gorgeous and impeccably done. The farm was scenic and pleasant. We stepped out in the morning with some coffee and watched the sheep grazing in the field. Most of the animals were out in farther pastures and with the rain we didn’t see too many more, but had it dried up we would have walked the area more. The owners were friendly and not at all intrusive. We bumped into our hosts one morning and had a long nice conversation about the property and history as well as some new projects he had going on around the farm. Beautiful property and accommodations. Thanks for a great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

Jane f.

Not as pictured
The picture makes the place look very special. You don’t see the dilapidated barns and broken windows just out of the picture. We also saw no evidence of the advertised “working farm,” other than an unhappy, chained up border collie . This was the first time in a 2week trip,that we were not welcomed by the owner with a sweet treat of homemade cake or cookies. In fact, she wasn’t even there when we finally arrived, having drive. Back and forth on the road for an hour because the veto website didn’t identify the property correctly. Don’t look for swallows barn, you will never find it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Leona and Paul K.

A hidden gem with 5* Hosts
If you are looking for a home from home cottage holiday set in the beautiful Cheshire countryside, we highly recommend Colley Farm Cottages. We were lucky enough to stay in both cottages (the Farmhouse cottage and Swallows barn) each one with its own unique charm, both well equipped, sparkling clean, with everything you need for a long stay (and a good nights sleep in the comfiest beds!) There are plenty of attractions near by, we enjoyed a walk up Bossly Cloud and a picnic in the walled garden at ‘Hare Hill.’ Brenda and Tom are fantastic hosts and they were a big part of what made our holiday 5* From check-in to check-out they were always just a text or a knock next door away and will go that extra mile for anyone. We would 100% book again and checking out the guest book of glowing reviews lots of guests return each year.

About the host

Hosted by Brenda Lomas

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Tom is the third generation to Farm - with his wife Brenda. We live in the farm house at Colley Mill Farm. Our aim is to ensure that you have all you wish for an enjoyable holiday which will stay with you as a great memory for years to come.

Why they chose this property

Beautiful cottage - furnished to a high standard. Perfect location for visiting a myriad of different places and for enjoying spectacular scenery.

What makes this property unique

Traditional 18th century red brick farmhouse and buildings set in its own farmland. Guests are welcome to see the farm animals and to walk in the fields and enjoy the streams, woodland and rivers.

Languages:

English
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