Gun End Cottage

Rating
Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 2
Pets No
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Comfort

Facilities

* Based on a combined average customer score

109 Customer Review(s)

“Excellent experience of the stay indoors and outdoors of the lovely place well equipped cottage including fast WiFi, DVD,games and books.”

- Dr Gupta, May 2021
Mr Clipperton May 2021

“Everything at Gun End Cottage was just perfect, Total peace and quiet, the views of the the setting sunset and the sheep and baby lambs in the field were magical, The cottage is warm n cosy and all the rooms are very nicely decorated, Parking is right next to the cottage which for me is a big bonus.”

.We stayed for four nights and walked from the door every day using the abundance of footpaths All in all a perfect place place to stay in total peace and quiet it was like going back 40 years so so quiet

- Mr Clipperton, May 2021
Mrs Liberadzki April 2021

“Beautiful cottage in amazing setting - walks from the door & delightful garden.”

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay & intend to return.

- Mrs Liberadzki, April 2021
Ms Block October 2020

“One of the most well equipped, very clean and spacious houses we have stayed in.”

Lovely quiet isolated position. We had a great week reading and walking. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay thank you. Oct 2020

- Ms Block, October 2020
Dr Levermore September 2020

“We had a lovely week in Gun End Cottage.”

The house was just what we wanted, the garden and surrounding countryside were picturesque. We appreciated the well equipped kitchen and the sun room was a lovely place to sit and watch the sheep. We would happily stay again!

- Dr Levermore, September 2020
Mr Wigmore September 2020

“Beautiful cottage, well equipped, very comfortable.”

- Mr Wigmore, September 2020
Ms Jessop August 2020

“The cottage was really comfortable, warm and clean.”

Everything we needed was provided and the location was peaceful and easy to find. My only slight disappointment was that the garden wasn't as big as I had expected from the photographs but it didn't really matter. We managed a couple of short walks from the doorstep with an OS map and drove for other more well-trodden routes. The conservatory at the back made an excellent boot room! I would definitely visit again and recommend to friends.

- Ms Jessop, August 2020
Mrs Dale July 2020

“This cottage is just lovely, it is well equipped, you will not need to bring anything with you apart from food, we found it got a little chilly in the evenings, so just put on the heating for an hour or so and it was lovely and toasty, it is set in the most beautiful of places, with a field of sheep adjacent to the property.”

I wouldn't say it is within walking distance of anything, but there is a lovely pub called the Ship just a short drive away. We have absolutely enjoyed our week in this cottage and i'm sure we will be back in the future.

- Mrs Dale, July 2020
Ms Atkin March 2020

“The cottage is in a lovely peaceful spot where we heard owls an woodpeckers but a short drive into leek.”

It was well equipped with everything we could need and the owners had left milk and tea bags. Pleasant walking at Rudyard lake a short drive away. Car parking a bit tight for 3 cars at the cottage but there is a car park for the health centre just over the road that we managed to use as it was a weekend. Postcode on Sat nav takes you out of the way, follow signs for swythamley and Heaton centre.

- Ms Atkin, March 2020
Mr Pocock March 2020

“Wonderful place, we were there for a family wedding.”

Cottage was lovely

- Mr Pocock, March 2020
Mr Brown February 2020

“Lovely property in a lovely location, which was warm enough in the howling winds of Storm Ciara.”

Sitting in the conservatory admiring the view and the sheep with my morning coffee at dawn was great!

- Mr Brown, February 2020
Mr Goodall November 2019

“Gun End Cottage is situated in a lovely isolated location with fantastic views of the surrounding countryside.”

The cottage itself is warm and comforting in the winter months. It has everything you need for a self catering stay and is conveniently located for functions at Heaton House Farm, where we attended a wedding. There was a slight mix up with the keys but this was speedily corrected, without detriment to our stay, and the sisters could not apologise enough for the small oversight. There are four good sized bedrooms, a large sitting room and an equally large kitchen table around which you can all eat in comfort, making it an ideal place to stay if you have a large group of people in your party. If the need arises in the future I would have no hesitation in staying at this property again.

- Mr Goodall, November 2019
Mr Jones October 2019

“Great house and hosts, really lovely time and great communication, thanks”

- Mr Jones, October 2019
Mrs Moore September 2019

“We enjoyed a delightful stay in Gun End Cottage.”

The house is immaculate, very comfortable, warm and welcoming. There are many pleasant walks in the area, some starting directly from the cottage. The owner was very friendly and helpful.

- Mrs Moore, September 2019
Mrs Brundrett August 2019

“Beautiful cottage, beautiful location, wish we had stayed for longer”

- Mrs Brundrett, August 2019
Ms Ball June 2019

“Beautiful cottage provide the perfect place for a weekend family get together.”

- Ms Ball, June 2019
Dr Lund May 2019

“A lovely cottage with plenty of good walks and beautiful countryside within a short distance.”

It was well equipped and laid out, and had been prepared very nicely for us. We use the DVD player to watch a film one evening; it worked well and instructions were easy to follow. Our group has two trips a year and we all agreed this had been one of the best - the fabulous May weather helped of course! Just two very minor niggles - one is that it looks as though no expense has been spared for most of the work in the cottage - fittings are done to a very high standard, the furnishings were great, etc. But the pans in the kitchen were very thin bottomed, and although we're all pretty experienced cooks we had problems with burning the pan bottoms. The other point wasn't one that bothered us particularly, but it might be worth flagging up more clearly that there's no wifi in the cottage. Some people will see this as an advantage anyway (it may help get the kids away from their screens!), others might not be aware of it as wifi is becoming more standard these days, and may see it as a negative. These are really minor points. Overall we had a very good stay and the cottage definitely met or exceeded expectations. Thanks!

- Dr Lund, May 2019
Mrs Wilde April 2019

“Great cottage, really comfortable and well equipped at a reasonable price.”

Lovely location, would definitely come back again.

- Mrs Wilde, April 2019
Ms Dolley March 2019

“Lovely cottage, the added interest of being able to watch Homes Under the Hammer whilst staying in featured house was wonderful.”

Sykes staff always pleasant on telephone . Would definitely use again and recommend .

- Ms Dolley, March 2019
Mrs Mcglennon February 2019

“The house was very well presented with nice bedding and towels.”

The kitchen had plenty of cooking utensils/pans etc and had more than enough crockery for the 8 of us. The property is a large 4 bedroom with plenty of space! Walks from the house were beautiful, in the knowledge we can come home to a warm open fire!

- Mrs Mcglennon, February 2019
Miss Brett January 2019

“Was such a lovely cottage in a really good location.”

Only a 10 minute drive from the Roaches and loads of local pubs really close by. The only thing I didn’t realise when booking was that there was no WiFi but there are tv’s, speakers, cards and loads of board games to keep everyone entertained.

- Miss Brett, January 2019
Mrs Lopez October 2018

“We visited from Australia, with our baby!”

It was wonderful to have a base in the countryside to host family and friends. A gorgeous cottage with everything we needed. We frequented The Rose and Crown Inn and No. 5 cafe in Leek (we're from Melbourne, so love our food and coffee!) Highly recommend!

- Mrs Lopez, October 2018
Dr Shepherd August 2018

“It's in a beautiful setting, the views surrounding the property were excellent and we had a very enjoyable stay.”

Beds are comfy, everywhere was clean and the place was well equipped. We were travelling with a newborn and toddler and it was great having access to a cot, high chair and some toys. Would definitely recommend to others and hope that we can return in the future.

- Dr Shepherd, August 2018
Dr Newton July 2018

“We had a lovely time.”

The cottage was slightly tired in places (pen on a cupboard, cracks in the wall) but it was so nice overall these things were barely noticeable. The Sykes experience was very good and I would use their website again. We noticed that the info for our cottage needed updating & I wonder if Sykes prompt owners well enough to do up dates? Thanks

- Dr Newton, July 2018
Mrs Shiel March 2018

“Lovely cottage, beds very comfy & lovely & warm.”

We had a fab weekend & will be back in the summer!!

- Mrs Shiel, March 2018
Mrs Wall November 2017

“Gun End Cottage is charming and a wonderful place to stay in this beautiful area of the Peak District.”

It was wonderful having breakfast in the conservatory with a view of sheep grazing in the field at the back of the property. We stayed at Gun End Cottage in the lead up to our son's wedding at Heaton House Farm. It was the perfect place for relaxation and calm. We would highly recommend a stay here. We enjoyed coffee and lunch at the nearby Three Horseshoes, Blackshaw Moor and dinner at the Rose and Crown, Allgreave.

- Mrs Wall, November 2017
Mrs Allen September 2017

“We went away with friends and this holiday cottage was ideal for space and comfort, having everything we needed.”

- Mrs Allen, September 2017
Mr Cryer August 2017

“We had a brilliant time, only reason for not booking property again is they don't allow dogs.”

- Mr Cryer, August 2017
Mrs Jennings July 2017

“Excellent beautiful cottage, in a lovely setting.”

Perfect space for a family holiday. The owners were excellent and very helpful. Nothing was too much to ask. Would definitely visit again.

- Mrs Jennings, July 2017
Mr Bowen April 2017

“Supurb House will definitely book to go back again.”

So convenient for visiting surrounding area.

- Mr Bowen, April 2017
163bailey December 2016

“Cosy, comfortable traditional cottage, lovely location”

Great customer service from the owners as they decorated the cottage for Christmas and bought candles when there was a power failure in the area due to the extreme weather conditions! The location was amazing, the house was incredibly warm with everything you could possibly need at your disposal. Great value for money for a big family Christmas. The only down side was the matresses were a little too soft for our liking!

- 163bailey, December 2016
Mr Mulholland October 2016

“The beautiful countryside surrounding us.”

Easy walking. A time to "chill" with siblings and forget ones problems.

- Mr Mulholland, October 2016
Mrs Williams August 2016

“Gun End Cottage was a lovely place to stay for a family holiday.”

There was plenty to do nearby and the cottage was very relaxing and comfortable. We particularly enjoyed watching the antics of the sheep from the Sun Room!

- Mrs Williams, August 2016
Mrs Griffiths July 2016

“Well equipped cottage and central location for areas of local interest.”

- Mrs Griffiths, July 2016
Rev Loveday June 2016

“An idyllic and peaceful rural location for our multigenerational family get together with all the facilities we expected and more; a delightful home from home much enjoyed by us all.”

- Rev Loveday, June 2016
Mrs Virtue February 2016

“Good amount of space for eight people; excellent for quality family time.”

- Mrs Virtue, February 2016
Mrs Davies October 2015

“It was extremely comfortable in an excellent location.”

We had a very relaxing week and hope to be back next year.

- Mrs Davies, October 2015
Mr Chappell September 2015

“A beautiful cottage in fantastic surroundings.”

It was well equipped with everything you need and more for an enjoyable holiday. I will definitely look at booking this cottage again as there is so much we could have done in the area but didn't have the time to do!

- Mr Chappell, September 2015
Mrs Silvey September 2015

“The location was very rural and the setting beautiful.”

We enjoyed the large table in the kitchen to all sit round and eat together at breakfast and dinner. We walked to The Hanging Stone and the views were amazing.

- Mrs Silvey, September 2015
Mr Perks July 2015

“A very suitable accommodation to celebrate our golden wedding with our family and friends(8 of us).”

Very clean and comfortable with a pleasant garden in which to enjoy the sunshine.

- Mr Perks, July 2015
Mr Carmody May 2015

“We had such a lovely time in Gun End Cottage, the house was so well equipped, we could ask for no more.”

The views were beautiful, the area was peaceful and we thoroughly enjoyed our family short break. Attractions around the area were brilliant. It was such a fantastic base to explore a wonderful part of the world. Thanks so much for the opportunity of experiencing this beautiful house. Hope to visit again.

- Mr Carmody, May 2015
Anne K April 2015

“Excellent accommodation”

We have just returned from a great weekend away with our family at this cottage. It is in a very peaceful area with lambs outside in the fields, which our grand-children loved to watch from the sun lounge. The house is really spacious and we loved all sitting round the large kitchen table having our meals. The cottage is exceptionally well equipped with everything you could need and more. The bedrooms were large, beds and pillows very comfortable. Parking for two cars was fine but three would be very tight. We spent Saturday at Alton Towers and on the Sunday drove into Stoke to visit Waterworld, an indoor swimming complex with lots of slides and flumes. Would definitely recommended to family and friends.

- Anne K, April 2015
Mr Kingston April 2015

“This cottage was in a lovely quiet location, was very spacious and exceptionally well equipped with everything we needed and more.”

- Mr Kingston, April 2015
pembleton March 2015

“Great for a family get together”

We used the cottage as it promised to be ideal for four couples celebrating twin brothers' 65th birthday. It was all we hoped it would be. Warm, roomy, full of character. The kitchen was spacious and we lingered long in it. The conservatory was perfect for storing food and drink and logs. The fire was a treat in early winter. Lovely walks around nearby reservoirs. Leek easy to get to you. The cottage was not easy to find even with sat nav but we loved the isolation. The ship inn was a joy discovered late with exceptional food and ale though we were so comfortable in the cottage we ate in most nights.

- pembleton, March 2015
Mrs Parker February 2015

“The house was perfect for our party of 8, including 3 children, there was nothing that we could honestly say that we needed that wasn't there.”

The owners have been very thoughtful to peoples' needs. The house itself is very comfortable, warm and beautifully done out. It's situated on a very quite lane, and a great location to explore. We truly had a brilliant time there, and would highly recommend. The owners are very easy to talk to, and are very helpful. Top marks from us!

- Mrs Parker, February 2015
Shazmeister January 2015

“Very well equipped, quiet location”

This cottage is lovely, with many original features, in a quiet rural location perfect for hiking. The house is very well equipped in the kitchen, and providing for small children. And we had a fabulous New Year's Eve stay there. Only minor points we had were that the living room was smaller than expected, if the kids had been a bi bigger I could imagine this being a bit more of a problem in the winter months if you can't get outside. No wifi - with no 3G coverage in the district it seems, wifi would have been useful for planning our days.

- Shazmeister, January 2015
Mr Pickup November 2014

“The cottage was a beautiful property with genuine character in a beautiful area.”

The location was perfect for walking.

- Mr Pickup, November 2014
Mrs Hunt October 2014

“Very cosy, quiet.”

A garden for the little one to play safely in, with a field and little play area across the road for him to run around in. Would come back again. Had a lovely time.

- Mrs Hunt, October 2014
Mrs Heydon October 2014

“The house was warm and comfortable.”

The location of the cottage was excellent - both in terms of the immediate environment - very quiet with beautiful walks right on the doorstep, and in relation to Peak District attractions - lovely walking country and pleasant market towns. The whole family agreed that we would like to return here for a holiday next year or the year after!

- Mrs Heydon, October 2014
Dr Kinsman September 2014

“Situated very well for potteries, walks, but not cycling”

- Dr Kinsman, September 2014
Mrs Powell May 2014

“Great location, the property worked for all ages.”

There was peace and quiet, bird song and just sheep for neighbours. The cottage was very nicely decorated and furnished.

- Mrs Powell, May 2014
A FlipKey verified reviewer April 2014

“A lovely house in a scenic location”

Gun End Cottage is a lovely comfortable house set in pretty countryside. Spacious enough for 8 people plus toddler. The only slight drawback we found was the distance to the downstairs bathroom from the ground floor bedroom but only because my husband is disabled and needs assistance when walking. It wouldn't really be a problem for somebody with mild mobility problems. However we managed and still enjoyed our week there very much.

- A FlipKey verified reviewer, April 2014
A FlipKey verified reviewer January 2014

“Excellent holiday”

We had a wonderful family holiday at Gun End Cottage, plenty of lovely walks near to a number of National Trust properties and the wonderful views from the conservatory were second to none. The cottage had every thing one required for eight of us, comfortable beds, a lovely sitting room where we were able to enjoy a log fire when the evening chilled although the central heating was more than adequate. We are certainly going to put it on the list for a return stay. Thanks ladies for the careful renovation it was really appreciated.

- A FlipKey verified reviewer, January 2014
Mrs Digman December 2013

“Cannot fault the cottage, we all loved it.”

The surroundings are wonderful. Now I've found your little gem, I hope to visit again as it's near my son and granddaughter so a great place for a get together . Thank you

- Mrs Digman, December 2013
Mr Ball November 2013

“Absolutely perfect cottage for a weekend for 4 couples.”

Surprisingly beautiful area. The Ship Inn was amazing. Thoroughly recommend this cottage.

- Mr Ball, November 2013
Mrs Taylor October 2013

“We were well placed for exploring both near and further afield.”

We were pleased to be able to return to the comfortable, warm house after a day in the Peaks and Dales.

- Mrs Taylor, October 2013
A FlipKey verified reviewer September 2013

“Interesting hideaway”

We stayed here as a family group and found we had everything we needed. It was a little bit difficult to find - 2 of the 3 groups of us got lost on the way there. The parking for 3 cars was a bit of a squeeze but we managed. It's a lovely house with an interesting history and it's fun to see the 'Homes under the Hammer' video. There is some lovely countryside nearby and we enjoyed a walk to Lud's Church and The Roaches.

- A FlipKey verified reviewer, September 2013
Mrs Allcock May 2013

“The house provided excellent accommodation for 3 branches of the same family.”

The beds were very comfortable. It was really interesting to see the Homes under the Hammer DVD. The location was very peaceful and the field at the back with the sheep was wonderful! The information pack was useful and interesting.

- Mrs Allcock, May 2013
Richard L April 2013

“A beautiful house in idyllic surroundings”

This is a beautiful house in idyllic surroundings, presented to a very high standard. It was a delight to be able to sit in the lean-to conservatory and watch the lambs in the field no more than a few feet away. It was quite surreal to sit in the lounge and watch an episode of 'Homes under the Hammer' filmed in the same room! A perfect location for exploring the Peak District and destinations such as Buxton, Bakewell and the Heights of Abraham. An added bonus was the discovery of the Wincle Brewery in a Farmyard just over a mile along the lane! The Ship Inn at Wincle is also highly recommended, especially for its food.

- Richard L, April 2013
Mrs Allen April 2013

“There was also a playground immediately opposite at the village hall which was perfect!”

- Mrs Allen, April 2013
Mrs Dashwood-Ball March 2013

“Great location for many attractions and local walks.”

Very friendly locals and wonderful views of countryside. Lovely homely cottage which spaciously fitted 8 of us and was very well equipped.

- Mrs Dashwood-Ball, March 2013
Mrs Groves March 2013

“A well appointed house, that is comfortable and tastefully presented with an open fire.”

- Mrs Groves, March 2013
Mr Garcia February 2013

“A well stocked kitchen, very warm house/hot water and comfortable rooms with the extras like children's toys and games.”

- Mr Garcia, February 2013
edward j December 2012

“peacefull and relaxing”

a wonderful cottage set in beautiful surrounding in the country no hustle and bustle peace and quite but not to far from the local town of Leek. very well equipped cottage all you need is your self and some food, spotlessly clean, highly recommended.

- edward j, December 2012
Mr Fernandes December 2012

“Great location, nicely furnished and in keeping with the property.”

- Mr Fernandes, December 2012
Mrs Smith Straney November 2012

“Being able to relax away from the city.”

- Mrs Smith Straney, November 2012
Mrs Rennie September 2012

“Gun End Cottage has been decorated and furnished with great thought and love.”

The accommodation made our weekend a very special time, we spent the evenings enjoying the comfort of the cottage in front of a real fire. Everything had been thought of and the cottage was extremely well equipped.

- Mrs Rennie, September 2012
Mr Janiszewski September 2012

“Peace and quiet and the the outstanding views of the country side.”

Very well equipped cottage and a credit to the owner.

- Mr Janiszewski, September 2012
Ms Hockley September 2012

“Tranquillity, gorgeous cottage, great location.”

- Ms Hockley, September 2012
Miss Cooper September 2012

“Cottage is in a great location and has all the amenities that you could possibly want.”

We all had a lovely, comfortable stay.

- Miss Cooper, September 2012
pratters August 2012

“Absolutely Wonderful!!”

We travelled with our two children and their Grandad and Auntie. We chose this cottage, partly because of it's location and also as we had seen it on the 'Homes Under the Hammer' programme and liked what we saw. We were not disappointed. Located in an idylic setting, the cottage is lovingly and beautifully decorated and a joy to stay in. It has a lovely garden which our children enjoyed playing in (there are a selection of outdoor toys in the shed) as well as the use of a playground and football field in the community centre directly opposite. We had a very useful welcome pack waiting for us from the owners and the neighbours were very friendly and helpful. The cottage was ideally situated to gain access to all that is on offer in the Peak District and surrounding area. Alton Towers, Buxton, Bakewell, Trentham Monkey Forest and Manifold Valley Cycle Track to name but a few. We were busy everyday and it was great to come back to some peace and quiet at the cottage. Thank you so much to the owners for sharing this wonderful house with us!!

- pratters, August 2012
Mrs Bebbington August 2012

“A lovely house to stay in a beautiful area.”

A fabulous holiday let, tastefully furnished and well appointed in an idyllic setting in an unspoiled area of the country.

- Mrs Bebbington, August 2012
Mrs Curnock July 2012

“The cottage is in a beautiful, unspoilt rural area and we loved the view from the garden and being able to watch the sheep in the field.”

We had a lovely Sunday afternoon tea in the garden with our family to celebrate our golden wedding. Lots of information in the cottage regarding local pubs and places to eat and visit. An excellent base from which to explore the countryside and towns of Cheshire, Staffordshire and Derbyshire. When it poured with rain (which it did quite a lot!), we turned on the heating and watched the television and were perfectly happy.

- Mrs Curnock, July 2012
Mr Howard July 2012

“We liked that there was lots of space so all the family could be together - a lovely cottage.”

- Mr Howard, July 2012
Mr Knox June 2012

“The love and care that has been lavished on Gun End Cottage by the owners is tangible.”

One of the nicest cottages we have ever stayed in. Particularly liked the 'Welcome Pack'. Hope to return in the future.

- Mr Knox, June 2012
A FlipKey verified reviewer June 2012

“An idyllic cottage and surroundings”

This a beautiful cottage, wonderfully and lovingly restored. Excellent amenities, beautiful garden and surroundings. Great views from every room, and very peaceful. We just loved everything about it, and hope to return.

- A FlipKey verified reviewer, June 2012
Tori_McCrindle June 2012

“Perfect for a family of 6 with 2 pint-size”

We took advantage of the extra long weekend and stayed at Gun End Cottage for Jubilee week. With 3 double bedrooms and 1 twin it was perfect for our family - 6 adults, a 2-year old and a 12-week old. It's charmingly old-fashioned with leaded windows and feature fireplaces, but has all the mod cons such as power showers, washer, dryer, TV and DVD. It's literally in the middle of nowhere, surrounded by sheep and a handful of other cottages. You'll find the nearest shops in Leek, about 5 miles away, and the nearest pub about a mile and a half down the road in Wincle. We'd recommend Gun End to anyone looking for a chilled out base to explore the peaks.

- Tori_McCrindle, June 2012
Mr McCrindle June 2012

“Location and charm.”

- Mr McCrindle, June 2012
Mrs Davies May 2012

“A comfortable house in a wonderfully peaceful location with sheep grazing right outside.”

It was very interesting watching the DVD about the property as it featured in Homes Under the Hammer - it really made the house feel like a home when you learned the history. There were plenty of great pubs to chose from for meals out and great scenery everywhere.

- Mrs Davies, May 2012
Mrs Debenham April 2012

“Perfect setting, lovely scenery and house had everything we needed.”

- Mrs Debenham, April 2012
Mrs Hollands April 2012

“We can't speak highly enough of this cottage.”

Wonderful location and the owners had gone out of their way to provide essentials for our arrival, which was very welcome. A lovely pub 'The Ship Inn' about a mile away served super food. Everything about Gun End Cottage was superb. Would thoroughly recommend, hope to return again!

- Mrs Hollands, April 2012
Dr Allen March 2012

“Beautiful, comfortable and well-equipped property in a lovely position.”

- Dr Allen, March 2012
Kent_Traveller_2 February 2012

“Great family holiday in a rural location”

We took our three children (ages 4-6) for a two week family holiday. Blessed by good weather, which helped. They (and we) had a fantastic time and they never stop talking about the things they did there - both the location itself and the surrounding area of the Peaks. Although on the edges of the Peaks, the house is very close to the Roaches area which has to rank as some of the most outstanding countryside in the UK, IMO. The house was well equipped, though the DVD player didn't work properly which seems to have been noted by previous guests and not rectified. We also had a problem with the heating, which took the owners a few days to sort out, though they did make every effort to resolve it. Beautiful quiet situation. We tried to book it for the following year but left it too late and it was booked out! :-(

- Kent_Traveller_2, February 2012
Mr McEvoy December 2011

“Wonderful place to chill; you could literally, just take your tooth brush :-) But you may also need a change of clothes and some porridge!”

- Mr McEvoy, December 2011
Mr Hughes November 2011

“The cottage was beautifully presented, well equipped and in peaceful surroundings.”

- Mr Hughes, November 2011
Mr Phillips October 2011

“The property, the location, the views and the peace.”

- Mr Phillips, October 2011
A FlipKey verified reviewer September 2011

“Fantastic”

One of the best holiday homes we have rented. Would highly recommend it.Lovely part of the country. Quiet and rural but near to the particular places we wanted to visit i.e alton Towers.So much to see and do.Something for everyone.

- A FlipKey verified reviewer, September 2011
Mrs Park September 2011

“The cottage was fantastic, as was the location.”

The local pubs were very welcoming and the food was excellent in quality and price.

- Mrs Park, September 2011
Mrs Owen September 2011

“We enjoyed the tranquility of the location and being able to walk from the house.”

The Ship Inn is within easy walking distance and offers excellent food. This was our second visit to the house and I wondered if the high standard would be the same the second time around, and it was. Thank you to the owners once again.

- Mrs Owen, September 2011
A FlipKey verified reviewer August 2011

“Lovely quiet location”

Our family had a great week at Gun End Cottage.The only thing that was disappointing was the weather but it didn't stop us enjoying the area.The cottage had all we needed and the owner left us bread,milk,coffee and biscuits for our arrival,even special cakes for my husband and son's gluten free diet.Every thing was very nice.We met the owners and they are very friendly people. We would love to return sometime.

- A FlipKey verified reviewer, August 2011
0 0 July 2011

“The area was idyllic and the cottage was beautiful, the beds in particular were very comfortable.”

We loved having the sheep over the garden wall and waking up to them calling in the morning. The area had plenty of things to see and do. We would love to come again!

- 0 0, July 2011
Ms Bisset July 2011

“Lovely cottage and garden in a quiet rural location but still within reach of places that we wanted to visit.”

Very spacious. Would stay there again and recommend it to others.

- Ms Bisset, July 2011
Mrs Martin June 2011

“The owners were generous and had thought of every little thing we might need.”

It was one of the best weekends I've ever had. We were so relaxed.

- Mrs Martin, June 2011
Barker June 2011

“The cottage is beautiful.”

The location was really good in a quiet lane, but there again not that far from several main roads. There was plenty of room for our party of six adults and plenty in the area to do.

- Barker, June 2011
Miss Wardle April 2011

“Gorgeous cottage in a relaxing setting and at a very reasonable price!”

Very homely and stocked with useful items - DVDs, games and towels etc. The owner and neighbours were very helpful and friendly. We had a lovely time.

- Miss Wardle, April 2011
Mrs Strange March 2011

“A well equipped property in a lovely location.”

It made relaxing with friends very easy!

- Mrs Strange, March 2011
A FlipKey verified reviewer January 2011

“Difficult to find but well worth the effort”

Great cottage if you want a peaceful, semi secluded break with some nice scenery. Lovely property but didn't fully meet our needs as the living area would have been better for our group if it were more open.

- A FlipKey verified reviewer, January 2011
Mrs Westell January 2011

“We loved waking up to the sheep right next door to the house and the views were breath taking!”

Thank you also for catering for the children so well, we all had a fantastic short break!

- Mrs Westell, January 2011
Mrs Armstrong December 2010

“The location and condition of the property were very good.”

Also, it was extremely well equipped throughout. Top notch accommodation with good walking and some lovely pubs close by.

- Mrs Armstrong, December 2010
Mrs Owen December 2010

“Not too far away from home (Bath) - good area for exploring, and we found some bargains at National Trust properties just before Christmas.”

Lovely area, and excellent pub in neighbouring village.

- Mrs Owen, December 2010
Mrs Harrison November 2010

“The property was spotlessly clean, the beds were comfortable and it was in a great location - could have stayed longer!”

- Mrs Harrison, November 2010
Mrs Gooden October 2010

“What a wonderful cottage.”

We had a lovely relaxing time at Gun End Cottage, made even more special by the very thoughtful owners. The photos on the website do not do justice to how beautiful the inside of the cottage is. Well recommended and worthy of another visit.

- Mrs Gooden, October 2010
Mrs Wood October 2010

“The house was lovely and the location perfect.”

- Mrs Wood, October 2010
Mr Attard September 2010

“The cottage was situated in a calm area and the kids had a lot of fun at Alton Towers.”

- Mr Attard, September 2010
Miss Santos July 2010

“The cottage was well equipped and we had a wonderful time, to top it up the owner is such a warm and kind and thoughtful person.”

The children loved the sheep. It a very peaceful place good for the type of holiday we were looking for. Thank you very much Sykes to find us such a beautiful place.

- Miss Santos, July 2010
Mrs Rayner June 2010

“Lovely week, lovely spot, lovely cottage.”

- Mrs Rayner, June 2010
Mrs Hull May 2010

“Lovely house, great conservatory overlooking sheep!”

Good location. The garden was very well maintained. The toys and games were a real bonus.

- Mrs Hull, May 2010
Mrs Bretton April 2010

“Beautiful location yet easy access to towns and city.”

Loads to see and do for our family - with three children - 17, 14 and 4. My husband went running in the hills most mornings. Very comfortable and spacious accommodation. Lovely views. Such a pretty house to look at. Everything and more than we expected.

- Mrs Bretton, April 2010
Mrs Carey April 2010

“The cottage was lovely, cosy and warm and the beds were so comfortable!”

Very well decorated. The kitchen was well stocked and the conservatory was great for taking off muddy boots etc. Lovely walks in the area.

- Mrs Carey, April 2010
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The property

This charming Peak District cottage, featured on Homes Under The Hammer, is located on a quiet lane in the hamlet of Swythamley, 5 miles from Leek.

Constructed in 1904, this wonderful Peak District cottage offers four bedrooms, two bathrooms, a fully-equipped fitted kitchen and a sitting room with a lovely open fire.

Expertly renovated, the cottage retains some of the original features including leaded windows and tiled floors.

There is a sun room and a large garden with lovely views of the Staffordshire countryside.

The full extent of the cottage's transformation was featured in the popular TV series Homes Under The Hammer.

This Peak District cottage is an easy drive from the market towns of Leek and Ashbourne, while Alton Towers is 40 minutes away.

An excellent base for making the most of the area, and a welcoming Peak District cottage to return to time and again.

Summary

Four bedrooms: 2 x king-size double, 1 x ground floor king-size double (zip & link, can be made up as twin by prior arrangement), 1 x twin
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, WC
Ground floor shower room with shower, basin, WC
Well-equipped fitted kitchen with dining area
Cosy sitting room with open fire
Additional sun room with countryside views.
Oil central heating with open fire in sitting room
Electric cooker & hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, Wi-Fi, LCD TV with Freeview, DVD, radio/CD player, small library of books/games/DVDs
Fuel, power & starter pack for open fire inc. in rent
Bed linen & towels inc. in rent
Travel cot, highchair & stairgate available
Enclosed lawned area, second lawned garden with patio, furniture & BBQ
Off road parking for 3 cars
Sorry, no pets & no smoking
Shop 5 miles, pub 2 miles.

Note: This property has a refundable Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

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About the location

SWYTHAMLEY

Leek 5 miles; Macclesfield 8 miles.

Swythamley, in the Peak District, is a farming community close to the River Dane, lying on the Staffordshire side of the river. Swythamley Hall stands in a fine park and was originally a medieval hunting lodge belonging to the Abbey of Dieulacres. Close to Swythamley is Gun Hill where Cromwell is believed to have located his canon aimed at the town of Leek. On the edge above Swythamley there is a famous landmark - the Hanging Stone, with a fine view over the surrounding countryside. Within easy reach are the Roaches for excellent walking and climbing, cycling trails and country houses. Alton Towers is 40 minutes away. The market towns of Leek and Ashbourne are a short drive away with their unusual antique shops, and the Spa town of Buxton is also an easy distance.

Region Information

Peak District Cottage Holidays

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Reviews & Ratings

“Excellent experience of the stay indoors and outdoors of the lovely place well equipped cottage including fast WiFi, DVD,games and books.”

“Beautiful cottage in amazing setting - walks from the door & delightful garden.”

“One of the most well equipped, very clean and spacious houses we have stayed in.”

“We had a lovely week in Gun End Cottage.”

“Beautiful cottage, well equipped, very comfortable.”

“The cottage was really comfortable, warm and clean.”

“The cottage is in a lovely peaceful spot where we heard owls an woodpeckers but a short drive into leek.”

“Wonderful place, we were there for a family wedding.”

“Lovely property in a lovely location, which was warm enough in the howling winds of Storm Ciara.”

“Gun End Cottage is situated in a lovely isolated location with fantastic views of the surrounding countryside.”

“Great house and hosts, really lovely time and great communication, thanks”

“We enjoyed a delightful stay in Gun End Cottage.”

“Beautiful cottage, beautiful location, wish we had stayed for longer”

“Beautiful cottage provide the perfect place for a weekend family get together.”

“A lovely cottage with plenty of good walks and beautiful countryside within a short distance.”

“Great cottage, really comfortable and well equipped at a reasonable price.”

“Lovely cottage, the added interest of being able to watch Homes Under the Hammer whilst staying in featured house was wonderful.”

“The house was very well presented with nice bedding and towels.”

“Was such a lovely cottage in a really good location.”

“We visited from Australia, with our baby!”

“It's in a beautiful setting, the views surrounding the property were excellent and we had a very enjoyable stay.”

“We had a lovely time.”

“Lovely cottage, beds very comfy & lovely & warm.”

“Gun End Cottage is charming and a wonderful place to stay in this beautiful area of the Peak District.”

“We went away with friends and this holiday cottage was ideal for space and comfort, having everything we needed.”

“We had a brilliant time, only reason for not booking property again is they don't allow dogs.”

“Excellent beautiful cottage, in a lovely setting.”

“Supurb House will definitely book to go back again.”

“Cosy, comfortable traditional cottage, lovely location”

“The beautiful countryside surrounding us.”

“Gun End Cottage was a lovely place to stay for a family holiday.”

“Well equipped cottage and central location for areas of local interest.”

“An idyllic and peaceful rural location for our multigenerational family get together with all the facilities we expected and more; a delightful home from home much enjoyed by us all.”

“Good amount of space for eight people; excellent for quality family time.”

“It was extremely comfortable in an excellent location.”

“A beautiful cottage in fantastic surroundings.”

“The location was very rural and the setting beautiful.”

“A very suitable accommodation to celebrate our golden wedding with our family and friends(8 of us).”

“We had such a lovely time in Gun End Cottage, the house was so well equipped, we could ask for no more.”

“Excellent accommodation”

“This cottage was in a lovely quiet location, was very spacious and exceptionally well equipped with everything we needed and more.”

“Great for a family get together”

“The house was perfect for our party of 8, including 3 children, there was nothing that we could honestly say that we needed that wasn't there.”

“Very well equipped, quiet location”

“The cottage was a beautiful property with genuine character in a beautiful area.”

“Very cosy, quiet.”

“The house was warm and comfortable.”

“Situated very well for potteries, walks, but not cycling”

“Great location, the property worked for all ages.”

“A lovely house in a scenic location”

“Excellent holiday”

“Cannot fault the cottage, we all loved it.”

“Absolutely perfect cottage for a weekend for 4 couples.”

“We were well placed for exploring both near and further afield.”

“Interesting hideaway”

“The house provided excellent accommodation for 3 branches of the same family.”

“A beautiful house in idyllic surroundings”

“There was also a playground immediately opposite at the village hall which was perfect!”

“Great location for many attractions and local walks.”

“A well appointed house, that is comfortable and tastefully presented with an open fire.”

“A well stocked kitchen, very warm house/hot water and comfortable rooms with the extras like children's toys and games.”

“peacefull and relaxing”

“Great location, nicely furnished and in keeping with the property.”

“Being able to relax away from the city.”

“Gun End Cottage has been decorated and furnished with great thought and love.”

“Peace and quiet and the the outstanding views of the country side.”

“Tranquillity, gorgeous cottage, great location.”

“Cottage is in a great location and has all the amenities that you could possibly want.”

“Absolutely Wonderful!!”

“A lovely house to stay in a beautiful area.”

“The cottage is in a beautiful, unspoilt rural area and we loved the view from the garden and being able to watch the sheep in the field.”

“We liked that there was lots of space so all the family could be together - a lovely cottage.”

“The love and care that has been lavished on Gun End Cottage by the owners is tangible.”

“An idyllic cottage and surroundings”

“Perfect for a family of 6 with 2 pint-size”

“Location and charm.”

“A comfortable house in a wonderfully peaceful location with sheep grazing right outside.”