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THE WILLOW AT WILLOW BANK, DENSTONE, NEAR ALTON

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Interior
Dining
Dining
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Denstone
  • Alton Towers
    5 min drive
  • Dimmingsdale Valley & Furnace Forest Walks
    5 min drive
  • Croxden Abbey
    8 min drive
  • East Midlands (EMA)
    53 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

THE WILLOW AT WILLOW BANK, DENSTONE, NEAR ALTON

A luxury contemporary inverted retreat boasting an industrial decor. Spacious outdoor living with lovely views, along with people friendly animals. A superb surrounding ideal for a family, with Alton Towers on our doorstep, or great for those who love the outdoors with the Peak District and a range of other local attractions. We cater for a small family or group of up to 4 people and are sited between Denstone and Alton with a range of pubs, shops and facilities within a short drive. We would love to welcome you!

Property manager

Russell

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
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
The Willow has an open plan staircase

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Uttoxeter

Located in Uttoxeter, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. The Old Manor and Croxden Abbey are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Alton Towers and Peak Wildlife Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Edward and Vintage, or check out an event or a game at Uttoxeter Racecourse.
Map
Denstone

What's nearby

  • Alton Towers - 5 min drive
  • Croxden Abbey - 8 min drive
  • Uttoxeter Racecourse - 10 min drive
  • Churnet Valley Railway - 10 min drive
  • Dovedale National Nature Reserve - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Uttoxeter Station - 13 min drive
  • East Midlands Airport (EMA) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alton Towers - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Woodcutter's Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Rollercoaster Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Corner Coffee & Bar - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is THE WILLOW AT WILLOW BANK, DENSTONE, NEAR ALTON pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at THE WILLOW AT WILLOW BANK, DENSTONE, NEAR ALTON?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at THE WILLOW AT WILLOW BANK, DENSTONE, NEAR ALTON?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is THE WILLOW AT WILLOW BANK, DENSTONE, NEAR ALTON located?

This family-friendly Uttoxeter holiday home is located in a rural location, within 1 mi (2 km) of Denstone Contemporary Art Gallery and Skyride. Alton Towers is 3 mi (4.9 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jodie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay
Everything was 5*. We couldnt fault anything. Perfect for our sons birthday trip to alton towers. 6 mins drive. Russell decorated the place with banners and balloons which was such a thoughtful touch, as were the eggs, milk, orange juice and treats. We met the animals on sunday morning which was so lovely. We hope to return one day. Thank you so much for our perfect stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow....what a place.
Fantastic accommodation with lovely touches throughout. Great to see the animals on the 2 acre site....and see the chickens for the freshest of eggs. I can't say enough about the hosts but just extremely helpful and nothing was to much....including a lift to the JCB Golf Course. Nice pub in Denstone.....which was within easy walking distance. Ideal location for Alton Towers.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie S., Arley

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Property
By far the most beautiful place I have stayed in to date. Spotlessly clean, really thoughtful layout, interior design was just amazing. Could not fault it. Also got to see the animals!! The hosts Janette and Russell were absolutely lovely and went out of their way to make sure everything was perfect. We also had eggs from their hens and crisps and popcorn left for us. I would not hesitate to stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elysia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Modern, friendly, relaxing countryside stay
Really helpful friendly discreet hosts, modern clean compact accommodation. Join Staffordshire Way from the doorstep or short drive to other points of interest. Enjoy fresh eggs from hosts chickens and chill out with Barney and Boris the goats at the end of the garden. Very relaxing break location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dale M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A taste of the good life.
Wow! What a beautiful place. We visited Willow Bank in May 2022. As soon as we arrived, we were astounded by the beauty of this place. Firstly, the decor of the guest house is really nice. A superb modern feel but at the same time, a country feel too. There are 2 bedrooms, one bedroom with a king size bed and the other room with 2 single beds. Perfect for a family of four. The kitchen features a cooker, kettle, toaster, microwave and plenty of cutlery. Sugar, coffee, tea and milk were all readily available which is just one of the lovely touches our hosts made for guest comfort. The living quarters are up stairs which makes perfect sense for enjoying the scenic view of the garden and the fields around the property. Plenty of entertainment can be found here with a TV with access to Netflix and Amazon prime. Board games too which we loved. A lovely touch too was the popcorn in a basket next to the TV. Now then, the garden… I could talk all day about how beautiful the garden is. Firstly, there’s a monkey puzzle tree which is beautiful. Then a magnificent sundial. As you walk further down the garden, there’s fresh vegetables growing… at this point, I’m thinking, I wish I could live in the country permanently. At the end of the garden is the piece that will keep families coming back for more, there’s hens, roosters, rabbits, goats and much more waiting to greet you. The animals are so friendly too. Our kids loved this. Fresh eggs daily too that taste exquisite Our hosts, Janette and Russell were really kind and lovely people. They provide plenty of information about the surrounding areas and also about the animals too. They leave you to enjoy your stay and are readily available should you need any help with anything. Smoking is understandably not available inside the Willow Bank but there are designated smoking and vaping areas which is lovely to see as many places are not as thoughtful. There’s no need to take with you a travel iron. There’s 24 hour access to a laundry room with iron access and washing facilities. Also inside the willow bank is a handy garment steamer to freshen up your clothes from any suitcase creases. Overall, willow bank is a magical place. It’s beauty speaks for itself. If you are considering staying here, I would highly recommend that you do. Thank you Janette and Russell for making this trip special for our family. Hope to see you again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property & hosts
Our 2 night stay at The Willow was amazing. The property was immaculate and had an amazing interior. Very welcoming and comfortable. Russell is an amazing host, very friendly and extremely helpful. Would definitely recommend this property particularly after an intense day at Alton Towers! We will be back, thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Deborah Mills

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic base to explore the local area
Russell is an amazing host- he made us feel very welcome from the moment we first booked. The property is immaculate with so many ‘added’ touches to make your stay special…Great location, just up the road from Alton Towers, but so much other stuff to do in the area….. we will definitely go back to do some walking at some point. Fantastic base for couples or families with teenagers or toddlers. Something for everyone. Highly recommend staying here and meeting all the animals.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ian H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family stay in great location
We stayed for three nights at Willow bank. Russell was the perfect host, welcoming us to the property (and to the animals - which was a highlight for us all). It was comfortable and spotlessly clean. Location was perfect for Alton Towers, but also for other walks and attractions in the area. We would highly recommend and hope to return soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

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Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lesley M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday weekend
Had a great weekend celebrating my twins birthday made all the more special staying at The Willow. Both Russell and Janette were fantastic hosts. The house was immaculate both in and out. My children loved the animals especially the sheep. I would highly recommend this property to anyone and hope to stay again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Exceptional cleanliness and presentation. Provided a very welcoming and relaxing setting. The goats, sheep and hends provided an extra dimension for 9 year old daughter.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A gem of a place to stay from start to finish. If you need somewhere near to stay to Alton Towers but away from the hustle & bustle of the park then The Willow is perfect. Every little detail and more has been thought out. Where do you start. Well the lovely touches when you first arrive put a smile on our family’s faces. It’s a superbly decorated place which my wife especially loved. I’m sure she would have moved in if she could. The information put into the welcome booklet is very handy with everything you need to know. The under floor heating was nice and the night lights in the kids room helped them settle. We didn’t get to use the outside much but it looked lovely too. The property and location were only half of the reason we’d recommend The Willow though. Russell and Jeanette are the perfect hosts who are very friendly and approachable. We got a genuinely warm and welcoming feeling throughout out stay. Russell’s always there if you need him, but not intrusive. Our boys loved spending some time with the animals and this was an added bonus also. All in all we wouldn’t even bother looking for anywhere else in future if staying in the area. The Willow would be the place for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Donna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Willow At Willowbank
We had the most amazing stay at The Willow. The cottage was beautiful and has a industrial theme throughout the rooms. The cottage was immaculate and Russel had even put milk in the fridge and freshly laid eggs in the kitchen. Russel was a excellent host and took time out to let us pet and feed his animals. The goats were so cute but Hattie the sheep was my favourite. Russell even let my son collect some eggs, it was so much fun. It is so close to Alton towers , within 5 minutes drive. We enjoyed a lovely meal in Alton. I would not hesitate to book this place and would recommend it to anyone . It was the perfect base to relax after a day at Alton Towers. I give it 10 out of 10. Thanks Russell and Janette they really are super hosts .

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely property
A fantastic place to stay for a couple of days at Alton Towers which is just a couple of miles away. Russell and his partner Janette were most welcoming. The property was spotless and comfortable with everything you could need. The eggs from their chickens were a welcome treat. Russell and Janette, have two goats (Boris and Barnie), chickens and sheep that you can pet and you are allowed into the encloser as long as you are with the owner. Great stay would definitely return if in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

About the host

Hosted by Russell

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Hi. My name is Russell. I love the outdoors come rain or shine and spend time keeping busy in the garden and with the animals. I enjoy cycling in and around the local area and also walking. I support my local football team, Stoke City and I am a season ticket holder. I have a passion for music particularly listening to soul music from the 60's and 70's (that probably gives my age away!)

Why they chose this property

A unique property in a delightful area of the country.

What makes this property unique

Beautiful surroundings and a range of people friendly animals. Close to Alton Towers and The Peak district

Languages:

English
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