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A truly beautiful cottage in the heart of the Peak District along the Manifold cycle track.
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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
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Waterhouses, near Leek
- Alton Towers16 min drive
- Ilam Park18 min drive
- Dovedale National Nature Reserve27 min drive
- Manchester (MAN)64 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
A truly beautiful cottage in the heart of the Peak District along the Manifold cycle track.
A truly beautiful cottage in the heart of the Peak District along the Manifold cycle track. An ideal location to discover Staffordshire and Derbyshire.. 2 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge
First Floor:
Living room 2: (No TV), (Galleried)
Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bathroom: Bath, Toilet
Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Toilet. Oil central heating, electricitiy, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Utility room with fridge/freezer and washing machine (shared). Lawned garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. Please note: There is a river 10 yards away. The property is accessed by rough track.. Located along the Manifold Cycle Track, Wren Cottage is semi-detached and can be found on the southern fringe of the Peak District National Park, between the traditional market towns of Leek and Ashbourne and a short distance from the village of Waterhouses.
The owner lives on-site and is on hand, if you need advice or assistance during your stay. There is also ample walking and cycling direct from the doorstep and bikes can be hired nearby, or the owners cann provide two push bikes but you will need to bring your own helmets, perfect to take advantage of the unique location. For those who don’t want to travel with bikes, cycle hire is conveniently available at the beginning of the Manifold Track.
At the end of a busy day, sit back in the garden relax and enjoy the surrounding environment in peace and quiet. Waterhouses is just 1½ miles away and offers a selection of shops, pubs and places to eat. Leek and Ashbourne can both be reached in around 20 minutes and provide ample amenities together with cobbled streets, well-preserved architecture and fascinating heritage. For thrill seekers and family days out, Alton Towers is also around 20 minutes with its theme park, waterpark and spa. Shop, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.
Free WiFi
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Approach to property is by a rough or gravel track.
There is open water in the property grounds.
There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge
First Floor:
Living room 2: (No TV), (Galleried)
Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bathroom: Bath, Toilet
Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Toilet. Oil central heating, electricitiy, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Utility room with fridge/freezer and washing machine (shared). Lawned garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. Please note: There is a river 10 yards away. The property is accessed by rough track.. Located along the Manifold Cycle Track, Wren Cottage is semi-detached and can be found on the southern fringe of the Peak District National Park, between the traditional market towns of Leek and Ashbourne and a short distance from the village of Waterhouses.
The owner lives on-site and is on hand, if you need advice or assistance during your stay. There is also ample walking and cycling direct from the doorstep and bikes can be hired nearby, or the owners cann provide two push bikes but you will need to bring your own helmets, perfect to take advantage of the unique location. For those who don’t want to travel with bikes, cycle hire is conveniently available at the beginning of the Manifold Track.
At the end of a busy day, sit back in the garden relax and enjoy the surrounding environment in peace and quiet. Waterhouses is just 1½ miles away and offers a selection of shops, pubs and places to eat. Leek and Ashbourne can both be reached in around 20 minutes and provide ample amenities together with cobbled streets, well-preserved architecture and fascinating heritage. For thrill seekers and family days out, Alton Towers is also around 20 minutes with its theme park, waterpark and spa. Shop, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.
Free WiFi
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Approach to property is by a rough or gravel track.
There is open water in the property grounds.
There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property.
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Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
This property accepts a maximum of 1 pet(s)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
About the area
Stoke-on-Trent
Located in Stoke-on-Trent, this cottage is in a rural area. The Regent Theatre and Brindley Mill are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Churnet Valley Railway and Croxden Abbey. Alton Towers and Peak Wildlife Park are also worth visiting.

Waterhouses, near Leek
What's nearby
- Peak Wildlife Park - 10 min drive - 6.3 km
- Alton Towers - 16 min drive - 11.5 km
- Ilam Park - 18 min drive - 10.4 km
- Tissington Hall - 24 min drive - 21.2 km
- Dovedale National Nature Reserve - 27 min drive - 15.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Alton Towers - 20 min drive
- Rollercoaster Restaurant - 20 min drive
- Corner Coffee & Bar - 17 min drive
- Ma Garrita's - 22 min drive
- Coffee Lounge - 20 min drive
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