Chequer Stable

A great little property for a "bolthole" getaway.

A most enjoyable week at Chequer Stable.

Great place if you are visiting Cheshire location.

Accommodation and facilities of a high standard. Very friendly owners. Off road parking and very secure overnight. We were visiting family and close enough to make our further travel arrangements easy. Also simple to get to off main M6. Our Cheshire visit was made easy and enjoyable. Many Thanks Chris and Geoff Johnson

Second time of visiting.

Lovely little barn conversion with everything you could want. Llamas, chickens & geese to keep you entertained with their antics. Owners very friendly & approachable. Will return. Thank you for another lovely week.

The cottage was clean, comfortable and ideally located for exploring many of the National Trust, Historic Houses and English Heritage sites in the surrounding area.

The weather could have been kinder but we throughly enjoyed our stay and would have no hesitation in recommending the Chequer Stable to others. Thanks again to Anthea and Peter for your kindness, generosity and hospitality.

Cosy place, beautiful surroundings and a Llama named Paul, what more could you need.

Really enjoyed our stay and would definitely book again.

This was the second time we have stayed at Chequer Stable and it was a great base for exploring the area.

Comfortable clean and the welcome gifts of biscuits, wine and milk were much appreciated after the drive up. The resident animals, llama. ducks, chickens and geese are a welcome bonus we have even got to see chicks that had just been born

I am happy to recommend this property and will definitely return.

We had a great stay.

lovely accommodation. Clean and very comfortable. Would stop hear again

A delightful stay in a wonderful small farm setting.

The house was a perfect size for a couple and very well spec'd. I would gladly stay here again :)

Lovely stay in this delightful cottage.

Friendly owners nearby if needed and a great location for exploring so many nearby attractions.

Great owners!

Friendly and helpful. Highly recommend.

Lovely accommodation near main road with easy access to Motorway and other points of interest.

Standard of equipment extremely high. Every possible scenario catered for.

A lovely little cottage which was spotlessly clean and which was an ideal base for us as a couple to see friends who moved to the area several years ago.

The accommodation was just as described.

Loved staying there.

Lovely, comfortable cottage with everything you could possibly need.

Very friendly & helpful owners. Totally enjoyable time. Would recommend & will return.

Amazing holiday accommodation with everything you could ever need and spotlessly clean, hosts are lovely and are hands on should you need them.

Chequer Stable is a little hidden gem and we would love to return in the future

We had a really lovely week at Chequer Stable!

We booked at the last minute because of the birth of our Grandson in that area! We couldn’t have found a better place to stay for the week, it was just what we needed, so relaxing with all the lovely animals to watch , lamas, ducks, chickens, rabbits and so much more! The cottage was perfect for two people and so nicely done with everything you need, clean,tidy and cosy. Peter and Anthea are really lovely and we’re there if you needed anything . We had a lovely hike up The Cloud, which you can also see from the cottage garden! We would highly recommend this cottage for a couple!

We had a very enjoyable week in this excellent little cottage.

Everything that we could have needed was there. Perfect hosts. Animals were very entertaining!

Chequer Stable is a lovely little cottage, ideal for 2 people.

We loved seeing the llamas, geese, hens and ducks in the field next to the cottage. We lit the log burner on 2 or 3 evenings, but most of the time we were plenty warm enough with the underfloor heating. Nice downstairs bathroom and comfy bed on the mezzanine. Lots of basic store cupboard extras supplied which I found very helpful. Our hosts were very friendly and were available should we have needed anything. We would definitely book again if we re-visit the area.

This was my second time staying here!

And what a lovely place!!! Pete and Anthea are lovely and even though I was here for work purposes, I thoroughly enjoyed my stay! The fire

We really enjoyed our stay in your beautiful stables.

The accommodation was immaculately presented, extremely clean and cosy. It was lovely being next to nature and the wake-up call each morning was a nice surprise :) Overall, we really loved our stay and would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a well presented, cosy retreat in the countryside.

We loved staying at Chequer Stable, it was warm and comfortable, very well equipped.

Good to watch the llamas and geese, ducks and hens. It was well located for our needs and e have recommended it to our family.

Great location great property with very thoughtful hosts who have made sure all home comforts are available

We were made most welcome by the very helpful owners just next door.

Previously a stable the building had been completely modernised into a comfortable and cosy modern cottage Although we didn’t travel far to stay at this cottage it was a unique experience, especially with the two llamas to constantly entertain us in the field close by. This made us feel we were many more miles from our home. The views were extensive and we had access to a large garden area with pond and seating as well as a patio with bbq facilities at hand. Highly recommended.

A lovely little property.

Compact but has everything you require and is finished and equipped to a high standard. Great for a couple who wish to explore the surrounding area. I wouldn't recommend walking on the road outside (although I didn't actually try it). When you arrive just be aware it's easy to miss and there is a tight turn into the gateway. Llamas, ducks, geese and chickens et al right alongside the property provide plenty of entertainment. Highly recommend!

I booked at the last minute as I needed a base to deal with a family crisis.

The owners where extremely friendly and very accommodating and nothing was too much trouble for them. The cottage itself wants for nothing. I found it to be very clean and comfortable. An ideal base for animal lovers as the Llamas, Geese and Chickens all like to say hello! Highly recommended.

I've stayed at this property a few times now and staying here is almost like coming home.

It's clean, comfortable, and well stocked with everything you might need. Owners are lovely and welcoming. They are on hand if you have any issues but completely unobtrusive. This is a lovely property that I would highly recommend.

The hosts were very accommodating without being overbearing.

Spoiled a little by having a wasps nest near by resulting in an odd one or two of them gaining access. Hence a less than perfect on cleanliness, however this could happen anywhere to anybody. We do recommend this venue to anyone who loves the views which this property affords. It is well site for travel to Manchester, South Cheshire and North Staffordshire, top marks.

It was a perfect place, really comfortable, everything we needed and more.

We couldn’t rate Chequer Stable more highly.

The owners of this property made you feel more than welcome and that if anything was needed they would be more than happy to help you out.

Would really recommend this property and will be looking at booking again to stay in the future.

We very much enjoyed a three night break in this small and unusual property.

It was tricky to spot the entrance to the property especially if the road was busy. The property was cosy, well equipped and immaculately clean. It was fun chatting to the llamas and fowl in the field next to the property. The owners live right next to the property and were helpful and kind.

Everything in the property was fine clean comfortable everything we could .

Lovely property, very comfortable, friendly hosts and ideal for my week stay.

Will definately book again.

This was either our 5th or 6th time we have stayed here for a week.

We love it here. It is so clean and well equipped and the owners are very helpful and friendly. We visit here as we are llama lovers and the 3 llamas: June, Pluto and Grace are delightful. This is the most perfect holiday for us.

The geese and cockerels make a lot of noise early in the morning, but we don't mind that - ear plugs are provided for those who are bothered.

The road noise was a little more intrusive on occasions - but we should have realised we were close to the A50 when we booked! Hosts are great and very helpful. Going above and beyond.

Lovely place to stay.

Lovely owners. Very close to nature. Llamas, geese, ducks and chickens all pop over to say hello when you step onto the outside space, delightful ! Some slight road noise, but not an issue in the overall scheme of things.

Good pre visit communication.

Delicious biscuits and a very nice bottle of wine provided on arrival. Anthea and Peter are lovely hosts who allow you space to get on with your stay. Just a lovely place to be.

We had a really lovely week here, we loved having the animals so close.

I had the chickens eating out of my hands. listening to the roosters ducks and chickens were just so nice. The fire was lovely

I have stayed at the Chequer Stable a number of times now, and have always enjoyed my stay.

Anthea & Peter are perfect hosts - available if there is an issue, but otherwise unobtrusive. I loved the myriad of geese, ducks and chooks that would greet you every morning when you stepped outside. Yes the roosters do start crowing quite early, but there are earplugs for those that would find this a concern. I didn't. Getting out onto the road can be a bit tricky - I found that turning off the radio and heater, opening the window and listening for traffic worked for me. My only gripe (a very small one) would be to have a light over the vanity in the bathroom as this area is a tad dark. My stay was lovely and restful, and I look forward to returning in 2023. Perhaps not in the dead of winter next time!

Property was absolutely amazing, faultless everything you needed for a chilled out few days , hosts amazing nothing too much trouble Bed was super comfy loved every minute of our stay , definitely return

Very nice barn conversion with everything we needed although we did bring our own air fryer as no oven or grill.

Mattress on bed is a bit tired though. Wood burner was great, really efficient bit of kit. We did have a couple of hair raising moments getting into and out of the gate. Entrance not easy to spot on a fast 50mph road. Plenty of things to do without travelling too far whether its wet or dry. Internet and 4g are poor but we found using a phone as a WiFi hot spot and propped up on the window sill gave us decent enough speed to watch Netflix etc (7-8 Mbps on O2).

Beautiful cottage.

Everything done to a very high standard. Spotlessly clean. Owners were very friendly and extremely helpful. Highly recommended.

This was our fourth visit to the stable and we've just booked our fifth trip!

A charming little place and our piece of heaven.

We had a lovely time at Chequer Stable.

My partner and I booked this as a long weekend ‘to do nothing’ and it was the perfect place. 2 days we spent in the cottage and 2 days we visited places, it was perfect for both. In a great location not too near to the busy town life, but also not too far, and in a perfect location for woodland walks. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The owners were lovely, very welcoming friendly and helpful. The cottage was spotless and was the perfect size for the 2 of us. Highly recommend!

Excellent place to stay and the hosts Peter and Anthea are lovely, second visit in the last twelve months and will be back again next year.

The cottage is perfect, it is really comfortable and well equipped and has a lovely outside seating area where you can enjoy watching the ducks, chickens, geese and llamas.

Lovely bottle of wine awaiting our arrival from wonderfully friendly and helpful hosts. We would definitely stay there again.

This is our third visit and we love this property, it is very cute and clean and well appointed.

Anthea and Peter are very friendly and we feel very much at home. We especially like the animals and birds

Lovely cottage, very clean.

Thank you for a lovely stay.

Lovely setting with a nice seating area outside where you can watch the animals and sunrise.

The welcome gift of wine and biscuits on arrival a nice touch. Sandbach which is a short drive away has a good variety of places to eat and drink.

The property was clean comfortable and cosy the log burner was easy to use .

The bathroom was very clean and all the facilities were of a high standard. The only things did miss was not having an oven other than that everything was perfect.

Just perfect.

This. beautiful restoration provides anything you you possibly need, and if you do find something missing , you can rest assured the kindness and professionalism of Anthea and Peter as hosts will do their best to accommodate you. There were so many personal touches which made our stay even more enjoyable. Thank you, and we would love to come back someday.

Anthea and Peter are great hosts and Chequer Stable is a little gem, packed with everything you need in a beautiful setting.

We will be returning in th future.

A lovely conversion of an old stable, everything about it of good quality.

Peter and Andrea were charming and thoughtful having very simply decorated the stable for us and left us a very nice bottle of wine. We would certainly take the opportunity to stay there again.

A very nice cottage well equipped owners extremely helpful would recommend anytime

Had a lovely stay at Chequer Stable, it's cosy, relaxing and immaculately clean.

Anthea couldn't have been more helpful, we're already planning our next visit!

Fantastic little property, ideal for a country break.

The owners have thought of everything and we spent s very comfortable week exploring the area and visiting family.

This was our second visit to Chequer Stable and we had another excellent holiday.

We had a great week watching the animals and the cottage had everything we needed. Thank you so much.

We had a great holiday at Chequer Stable, the owners were really friendly and approachable.

The cottage had everything, and more that we could want or need. Loved seeing all the different animals. Would love to go back one day

The Chequer Stable is compact but perfectly formed.

It was ideal for us as a couple with a small baby and had everything you need. The kitchen was well stocked and we also liked that all the soap and toilet rolls were provided so we didn't have to buy in a load for the week. It is noisy but to be expected on a smallholding. Our baby was fascinated watching all the chickens. The owners are just next door and very friendly if you need anything, they made us feel very welcome and we're kind enough to post back on eof our muslins we left behind. We would definitely stay again if it's available next time we're visiting the area.

Everything it was very clean and more utensils that you would ever need throughout the property, also the animals were lovely to see on your doorstep and the proprietors were very friendly indeed and I would go again

Chequer Stable was extremely comfortable, and had everything we wanted.

It was very clean and everything had been well thought out. When we arrived, we were delighted to find that the friendly owners had provided tea, coffee, milk, biscuits and a bottle of wine. The small patio area was a real suntrap, with a good view of the llamas, ducks and poultry. We loved it and would very happily stay there again.

Absolutely everything you could wish for.

A real home from home.

The accommodation was excellent & a great place to just relax & unwind.

A really lovely cottage and the hosts were friendly and helpful.

We loved the cottage and the animals outside were great! We would recommend this cottage.

The Chequer Stable was a delightful place to stay, it was extremely well equipped for a holiday cottage and very comfortable.

The owners had thought of everything. The setting was amazing and the Llamas, Geese, Ducks and Chickens were very entertaining. Excellent place to wind down and as a base for exploring the local area.

We had a brilliant week at Chequer Stable.

Anthea and Peter were so friendly and welcoming but unobtrusive. The cottage itself is very cosy, clean and comfortable. The llamas, geese and chickens were a delight to spend time with! We’ll definitely be coming back in the future. I can’t rate the cottage or hosts highly enough!

This is a delightful property and beautifully converted stable.

Very well equipped and ideal for our short stay in the area. Great care had been taken over every detail and the accommodation was spotlessly clean and comfortable. The hosts were welcoming and friendly. The accommodation is on a small holding and we were wakened early each morning by the sound of the cockerels and ducks! It was on a small holding so to be expected! The one down side was that you could hear the road noise as it is on a busy A50 road. (But probably not as busy as usual due to pandemic restrictions). For this reason I would not be keen to stay here for more than a few days as would find it hard to relax in the small garden area with constant road noise. (On the plus side it was easy to find from the M6). We tried a couple restaurants in Sandbach and would highly recommend the Phanthong Thai on Crewe Road- just near centre roundabout. Would not however recommend the Leg of Man pub near the accommodation- food very average, served margarine with the bread and when I asked they said they don't serve butter! Enjoyed some walks and especially around the Brereton Heath, Congleton CW12 4SU

Absolutely perfect, beautiful welcoming bottle of wine and yummy biscuits.

Milk in the fridge. Clean, tidy and everything you need. The owners are so lovely, friendly and welcoming. We had a lovely 4 night stay. We didn’t go out much as we just needed some time to chill out and that’s what we did! I could have sat and watched the chickens, geese and llamas all day. Perfect and highly recommend

This was the nicest place I have ever stayed, it was such a lovely cosy little cottage & the outdoor area looking out onto the fields with animals in was amazing!

!! My daughter didn't want to leave after our 2 night stay!!! The owner was very friendly & welcoming & took my daughter to meet & feed the animals which she absolutely loved!!! Could not reccomend this place enough & will definitely be back!!!

Fabulous little barn surrounded by wildlife would highly recommend.

Had a lovely few days just total relaxation.

Anthea & Peter are the perfect hosts, on hand when needed. The Stable was spotlessly clean, well catered for in terms of kitchen facilities, excellent shower and comfortable bed. The Llamas, geese & hens were a joy to watch throughout our 4 days. Thank you both for a lovely break.

Lovely accommodation

A beautiful countryside retreat.

The cottage is lovely - really modern but also a nice, cosy rustic feel too. Everything was really clean and there’s lots of utensils etc to use for cooking, as well as board games and dvds. It was lovely to greet the llamas every morning! We spoke with Anthea and she was really kind and accommodating, making us feel very welcome and giving us tips on what to do and see. We drove into the Peak District which didn’t take long, and the views are really beautiful. A perfect getaway :)

The Chequer Stable is close to Jodrell Bank with good information centre and facilities for the use of!

! and the Stable and surrounding land is so tranquil ,seeing the animals being cared for so well. Thank you Peter and Anthea.

We received a very warm welcome from our hosts Peter & Anthea & 3 beautiful Llamas in the Small Holding that love to eat carrots.

It was lovely seeing the Llamas throughout our stay & the Small Holding is very well kept. The stable is decorated to the highest standards & was very clean, comfortable & cosy. It was equiped with everything needed to make our stay enjoyable. Peter & Anthea were very helpful if we needed information on places to visit & had left lots of infomation available, together with menus for local eateries in the stable for our perusal. If we decide to visit the area again, then we will definitely book the Stable if available & have no hesitation in recommending it to our family & friends. We had a lovely week with good weather. Our thanks to Peter & Anthea for the wine & cookies & also for helping to make our holiday so special. - Linda & Ian.

Absolutely loved my week away!

The farm was calming and peaceful and the scenery was beautiful. The owners were so welcoming, and even though we were staying on their property with them our privacy was upheld and it was like were in our own little world with the animals. Would 100% go back, really do recommend!

The cottage is a lovely relaxing place to stay.

It had everything you needed with a lot of thought put into helpful things like a torch and plenty of books to read. It was spotless and the owners were so kind and friendly too. The animals were such fun to watch. They did make a bit of noise but we soon got used to it.

Anthea and Peter are the loveliest people, and they have put so much time and love into Chequer Stable.

The accommodation is beautiful, with high quality facilities and the under floor heating was a great feature! The animals were definitely a highlight - the Alpacas are amazing and we sat and watched them for hours. Would definitely recommend Chequer Stable to anybody who wants a well located getaway for a few days!

Very comfortable, clean and well equipped.

All that we wanted for our stay

Everything was as expected facility wise but the cockrels were very noisy from about 10.

30 at night. Also the road is very busy and a bit annoying.

A lovely and well equipped little cottage, set in a nice location, was close to a busy road but didn’t really notice any traffic noise.

. the animals were pleasant to have around and owners were a delight. Very happy with our stay here

Excellent property.

Great location for potteries, peak district and much more. Owners lovely and very helpful. Loved the Llamas. Will recommend to friends.

Lovely week in a great cottage.

We were made to feel very welcome, tea coffee sugar milk biscuits and a bottle of wine when we arrived! Chequer Stables is a great place to stay, very central area and the cottage is finished to a very high standard.

Really enjoyed our stay everything has been well thought out and very well equipped.

The host was very friendly and helpful .

Everything was perfect!

! The animals at the site were lovely, and the owner's were really helpful and genuinely lovely people

Had a marvellous week at Chequer Stable, wonderful venue for 2 people, easy access to the Peak District.

Exceptionally clean, everything you need. Owners were very friendly and helpful will be using again .

A really outstanding nice little cottage, near to Peak District as well as to small tiny towns and also big ( Liverpool, Manchester).

The cottage is kept very clean with very good equipment. Anthea and Peter Hughes are so friendly and helpful for all things, I never experienced that in this way in making holidays in Britain since 1970 ( 30 times or more ).

very enjoyable break of 4 days.

weather was very good. accommodation is very nice. chickens and Llamas are very tame and do interact with you. quite an unusual added bonus with them .would certainly visit again.

Beautiful cottage and wonderful owners.

The attention to detail for everything supplied in the cottage for a perfect stay was fantastic! Absolutely recommended.

This little stable is THE most beautiful place ive ever stayed in and im well travelled.

The interior is furnished and finished to a high class standard,is immaculate and everything little thing you may need is provided. The owners are warm,welcoming and friendly and the other residents,the chickens,geese,ducks and llamas are an amusing and fascinating enjoyment to be around. I was allowed to hold a baby duckling i was in my element. In my opinion this is five star accomadation with lots of places to visit around to make your stay even more enjoyable.... I just want to go back.

The owners were extremely nice and friendly, nothing was too muchtrouble and the cottage was well equipped as well as being tastefully decorated.

It was all we could have wished for and more, definitely recommended.

The chequer stable was an amazing property, very cute, full of every gadget required in your home.

The family at the main house were extremely friendly, and it was great to be close to the Llamas, geese, chickens and other animals.

We absolutely loved this beautifully converted little gem, very cosy and warm.

The owners have thought of everything you may need and the animals are a welcome source of entertainment. The Cockerells only disturbed our sleep on the first night and the road noise didn't bother us at all. It was really easy to find and we will definitely be back. We didn't get chance to meet Peter but Anthea is a lovely, friendly lady. It's no wonder this place is such a success.

Excellent cottage extremely well equipped and very friendly owners.

Loved this property.

Owners were helpful but unobtrusive. Everything you need is there, and it's very comfortable. Enjoyed my daily interactions with the geese, chooks and ducks. Highly recommend!

We had a fabulous stay in Chequer Stable.

This lovely little cottage has everything you need for a relaxing break. Very modern facilities and loved sitting out watching the ducks, geese, hens, chickens, llamas etc! The cottage is situated quite close to a busy road but we didn't find this a problem - in fact we loved that it was so close to everywhere! 10 minutes from the M6 makes it perfectly situated for exploring the area and there is so much to see and do! Book it, you will not be disappointed!

Very clean and bright cottage, pictures don't do it justice.

Comfy bed and we loved the log burner in the evenings. Owner friendly and it was fun to see and hear the ducks, geese and llamas.

It was as described and perfect for me .

Lovely cottage with everything you need to have a great holiday.

One of the most comfortable beds have ever slept on. Animals were very entertaining. Owners were very friendly always on hand if needed(all was good so never needed them) would recommend this cottage.

My husband, son and I enjoyed a great week in this quirky cottage.

The owners have thought of every little detail to make this a wonderful place to stay. The antics of the llamas, chickens and ducks provided lots of entertainment. Sandbach is ideally situated for exploring Cheshire and the peak district. We would definitely make a return visit to Chequer Stables.

really lovely place, private and relaxing and very well presented, owners very welcoming and helpful with the extra bonus of beautiful wildlife

Exceptional cottage, very clean and well laid out, nice touch of wine, cookies and milk on our arrival, the location of the cottage is excellent for exploring the peak district, and despite the weather (rain!

) we managed to get out and about, there are 2 good pubs within walking distant who do good meals and very friendly atmosphere. The collection of animals on the property make for a great atmosphere and you can lose hours just watching the ducks, geese rabbits and llamas in the field or feeding them, the star is the female duck that thinks shes human and follows you around and acts more like a cat than a duck. Many thanks to the owners who made us very welcome and went out of their way to make our stay and enjoyable one. Will look to return again in the future

The host, Mrs.

Anthea Hughes, is very friendly and helpful. The little cottage has been furnished with surprising thoughfulness. We even had expendable barbecue sets, all spices for cooking on hand, vegetable oil, a bottle of milk in the fridge and even a bottle of wine as a welcome gift. The place is on a type of hobby farm with lots of different animals (geese, ducks, chicken, and even lamas). People who like animals will enjoy it very much. We are sure to come back.

A fantastic property, really comfortable and well decorated.

Everything we needed was there. This property is more than adequate for a couple and is well located for visiting the surrounding area. The owners were very friendly and helpful and we were made to feel very welcome. The llamas in the neighbouring piece of land completed the stay for me.

Everything was lovely but the property is a little closer to the very busy road than we had appreciated when booking.

A big thank you for providing such a brilliant week away.

To sum up Chequer Stable it is cosy meets modern with uniqueness thrown in for good measure, The owners are welcoming friendly people who have thought of everything and fitted out the property to an excellent standard.

We've just returned from our stay at Chequer Stable which has been absolutely wonderful.

We received a very warm welcome from the owners who couldn't do enough for us. The cottage was lovely, fitted out to an exceptional standard with a fully equipped kitchen, luxurious bathroom and beautiful galleried bedroom. The log burning stove was a real treat, making the cottage very warm and cosy along with the underfloor heating. Last but not least, the hens, geese, ducks and llamas were fantastic neighbours, providing us with daily entertainment! Many thanks for a very enjoyable and relaxing holiday in a perfect setting.

Well what can I say.

... A warm welcome from the owners, I think that's a good place to start, Chequer Stable is simply breathtaking, recently converted and I was lucky enough to be the first person to stay there, Every conceivable need was not only met but far exceeded, from the luxury furnishings to super fluffy towels and quality bedding. I used the Stable as a base while looking for a new property in Cheshire and while working, the super fast broadband and wifi puts most hotel chains to shame, other highlights of my stay were to name but many my neighbours, if you like geese and chickens oh and lamas you will be in heaven, the underfloor heating meant that it was always warm and toasty and the log burner was quite simply hypnotic!. This place is a true gem and my only fear in writing this glowing review is that it will now be fully booked week after week and that next time I want to escape there it won't be available!, but then again the owners deserve such success, A very big thank you and I hope to see you again soon.