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6 Guests
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3 Bedrooms
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2 Bathrooms
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Pets: No
What you’ll love
- Off road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Garden / Patio
- Cot available
- Highchair available
- Dishwasher
- Broadband / WiFi
What guests have said
53 Customer Reviews
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"A massive thank you to the owners of this amazing cottage and for making our stay so pleasant & comfortable."
Every detail at this property has been carefully thought out to make your stay enjoyable. Easily 5 stars in every area. We chose this cottage due to how near it was to Foxtail barns wedding venue as our daughter was getting married midweek. The cottage comfortably accommodated all of us - parents, daughter & bridesmaids. The owners went above and beyond on the day of the wedding to make sure everything ran smoothly, with allowing us extra parking with the needs of the wedding. The site even has other properties you could book if you had a bigger wedding party. In summary I can't recommend this place high enough, The scenery is stunning with beautiful animals close by, the beds were so comfortable and the owners felt more like family than business owners.
Thank you so much for your amazing feedback, so glad your special week went to plan and ran smoothly. Lovely to have met you both. Property Owner
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"Brilliant stay, fantastic facilities with quiet and beautiful surroundings."
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"An absolutely beautiful property."
We had a wonderful week in this perfect cottage . It was so clean and warm and had everything we could possibly need. Thank you !
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"Fantastic place for us to use for a family get together."
As 6 people (3 couples) the 3 double bedrooms were great and the two bathrooms were plenty for us. Large kitchen / living area with dining table was also great and bib enough that we didn't get underneath each others feet. More than enough parking for 3 cars. It was snowy and cold (-6 overnight) while we were staying but The Stables was warm and cozy with easily adjustable heating if we felt that we needed a boost. Beautiful surroundings and in easy reach of several pubs for meals and shops. Very friendly and welcoming hosts. Highly recommend and The Stables is certainly somewhere we would like to visit again when we have another get together.
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"We loved our stay."
The house is absolutely brilliant and the location is beautiful, with easy access to lots of places to visit and see. Hosts are super friendly as well. We'll definitely be back.
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"Absolutely faultless, pictures don't do it justice."
A brilliant stay, thank you so much.
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"We thoroughly enjoyed our week’s stay at The Stables which is a very comfortable and well equipped accommodation."
We also enjoyed the bottle of fizz and biscuits the owners kindly left for us. We couldn’t have asked for a more relaxing and quiet stay in the country.
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"We had a great time at the cottage."
Lovely surroundings, clean and comfortable with everything you need to enjoy our stay. The owners were lovely making us feel very welcome.
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"We absolutely loved our stay here."
The property is maintained to a very high standard, is exceptionally clean and provided everything we needed for a great stay. We would most certainly return. A great base to explore from and buzz around the Staffordshire countryside. In fact the bees knees of a find! Thank you Julie and Jason for a wonderful stay.
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"Beautiful cottage in lovely surroundings Host was very obliging."
The cottage was spotless and had everything we could need
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"Wonderful comfortable home from home accommodation."
The stables had everything we needed, very comfortable beds, spotlessly clean, what a wonderful surprise to find an air fryer we made good use of this, saved having to use the oven, especially useful when cooking for 2 children. The Stables is in a peaceful location, but well situated for visiting the surrounding areas, only 10 minutes to Alton towers, 45 minutes to Bakewell, 35 minutes to Buxton and 45 minutes to the Denby Factory for a tour, 20 minutes to Ashbourne all worth a visit. The owners are extremely helpful if you need to ask anything about the accommodation. We were all sad for our holiday to end, after a wonderful week staying at the stables. We will definitely be recommending it to family and friends, and revisiting in the future.
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"Excellent property, immaculately clean and impeccable decor."
Great location, close to Alton Towers, trentham gardens and other great attractions. The children didn’t want to leave, thank you for a wonderful holiday!
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"The Stables is a lovely property in a beautiful setting."
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"Once again an amazing stay at an amazing property."
My guests couldn't believe what I'd booked them for our weekend at the golf. They all loved it and spoke about future bookings with their family and friends. Thanks again
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"The property was perfectly placed for visiting Stoke, Alton towers and Matlock Bath."
The scenery was beautiful and it is a real countryside retreat. The cottage had everything we needed and the decor is very pretty and it is maintained to an excellent standard. Our children loved the idea of staying on a farm and visiting the sheep in the evening! Hopefully we will be back again in the future for another holiday.
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"We absolutely loved our break at Garston and will definitely be returning in the ..."
We absolutely loved our break at Garston and will definitely be returning in the near future very relaxing beautiful cottage with everything we needed to enjoy our weeks break from the city And we will be recommending to our family and friends
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"Lovely, peaceful and felt secluded yet 10 minutes away from Alton Towers."
Very comfortable and really good for value.
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"A beautiful property situated in rural Staffordshire."
Very well appointed, immaculately and tastefully decorated with a “bee” theme. The hosts Julie and Jason were very helpful. Ideal for a quiet break with the Llamas and by the way pets are also allowed I suppose but need to be confirmed. Wonderful experience and hopefully will go back sometime…….soon.
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"Lovely cottage, very comfortable and well furnished."
Plenty of parking and peaceful location. Good for exploring local area
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"Lovely and comfortable, stunning setting and our kids loved the garden and pottering up the lane to see the sheep and alpacas."
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"A fabulous week away in this beautiful cottage."
Everything you could possibly need was provided. Super comfy beds, plenty of towels, smart TVs in each of the rooms and great showers. We stay in a number of properties each year and this one will certainly be hard to beat! Lots to do in the local area too.
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"Delightful property."
Due to circumstances we spent a lot time in the cottage during our two week February stay. We couldn't have been in a better place . Immaculately clean,warm,and comfortable. So well equipped and tastefully furnished. Luxury beds, piping hot showers, fast Wi-Fi with smart tv's in every room. All this plus the peace and quiet of the rural location. Julie and Jason are the friendliest hosts and greeted us with a lovely bottle of fizz and handmade local biscuits. If you find a vacancy, don't hesitate to book. Like us,you'll want to return.
Lovely to meet you both, thank you for your lovely feedback, much appreciated. Property Owner
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"A fantastic tranquil, well equipped cottage."
Beautiful countryside yet close to major attractions like Alton Towers and Peak Wildlife Park. Everything you could need was provided and lots of hot water for a family's worth of showers. Alpacas and Blacknosed Sheep were an added bonus. Would definately recommend a holiday at The Stables.
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"The cottage was faultless, clean, warm, super comfy beds & lovely hot showers."
Everything you could need or want for a relaxing stay . Highly recommend *****
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"Lovely cottage , comfortable and clean."
Great location. No negatives. Would definitely recommend.
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"The Stables is very tastefully decorated & well maintained in a peaceful setting."
The bed was comfy as was the sofa. The bathrooms are contemporary with good storage space. We had a warm welcome from Julie & Jason kindly helped us with the heating controls. The parking area is very good. The Stables is an excellent place to stay. Do take your own tea, coffee & milk as it is not provided, to have with the delicious biscuits the owners provide. In the evening you can enjoy the prosecco! Thank you.
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"This is a fabulous place to stay, it was our second visit but will soon be back for a third."
Very comfortable and clean, decor modern and welcoming, so relaxing, and owners a lovely couple, nothing too much trouble. If you need some relaxation this is the place.
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"The Stables is a beautiful cottage , spacious, modern and spotless."
We had a family wedding in the area so booked The Stables as a base, definitely wished we had stayed longer. It’s in the most beautiful surroundings and it felt so relaxing. The heated pod in the garden was just perfect to watch the sunrise through the trees with a nice cuppa, used it in the evenings to enjoy the peace and quiet. The kitchen is well equipped, the beds were very comfortable. Julie and Jason are lovely hosts and nothing was to much trouble. Thank you for providing such a relaxing time. Would whole heartedly recommend.
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"We found this cottage, clean, cosy and supplied everything we needed."
The decor was beautiful and the location idyllic. There were plenty of places to take the children out for the afternoon close by and it was great to have a smart TV in the rooms. I would highly recommend to anyone .
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"Had amazing holiday here."
Such a gorgeous house, so clean, beautifully decorated, everything perfect. Would 100% recommend. Hopefully we will return one day.
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"Fantastic property and great for kids."
Very clean and quiet Perfect stay
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"Julie snd Jason own a wonderful cottage."
It is the height of comfort and cleanliness. They are caring hosts and I would recommend this property to anyone without hesitation.
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"We had a lovely week at The Stables in the Easter Holidays."
We stayed with 2 babies and the two downstairs bedrooms was ideal! There was nothing else we needed for a very comfortable week. Well equipped kitchen comfortable sitting area. The beds were comfortable and plenty of space to put things away. The bathroom was downstairs.there was a powerful shower upstairs which was a real treat. Situated just off a main route but you would not know. The alpacas sheep and horses nearby kept our 6 year old more than occupied. Several places of interest. Alton towers and the Peak Wildlife park only a few miles away. Bakewell and Buxton not so far either. We cannot thank our hosts enough for making our week so enjoyable. The free hen eggs were delicious. A stay here is highly recommended!
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"Lovely, well kept cottage that was both modern and spotless."
We liked the no shoe policy but the stones from the garden always found their way inside! Lovely heated pod in garden and small play house for kids. Great base for Alton Towers. Would recommend to others and look to stay if in the area again.
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"Excellent cottage in good location."
Owners pleasant and happy to talk about farm/location.
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"Beautiful property in a lovely location."
The property has everything you need for an enjoyable and comfortable stay with beautiful views over the surrounding countryside. It has been finished and maintained to a really high standard. Lots to do in the surrounding area & great places to eat nearby. We had a really lovely break, would thoroughly recommend.
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"Lovely converted stable on a working farm, complete with animals that the kids loved."
Really modern and cosy inside, felt right at home. Great location for exploring the peaks and moorlands.
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"Wow what can I say, the stables is truly stunning…."
. from start to finish our cottage break was fantastic. The cottage has everything you could possibly need and is finished to a very high standard. Julie and Jason are great hosts and nothing was to much trouble. We book with Sykes 4/5 times a year and this has to be my favourite by a long mile. Stunning views and walks all topped off by the amazing animals on the farm. We will definitely be returning. Don’t hesitate to book this wonderful cottage you won’t be disappointed. Thank you for a really memorable stay. Jen, Franco and Leni xxxxxx
Thank you for your amazing comments and feedback, we really enjoyed meeting you all and look forward to seeing you again. Julie & Jason Property Owner
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"We had a lovely time, thankyou."
The Christmas tree and decorations were a lovely touch and the cottage was cosy and comfortable
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"We booked a quiet week away for my Mum's 70th Birthday celebrations."
What a perfect find! The cottage was beautifully presented, warm and welcoming. The hosts were very helpful prior to and on arrival and we were greeted with a lovely bottle of bubbly, orange juice and a box of delicious biscuits. Will definitely return, thank you for your hospitality and wonderful accommodation.
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"Exceptional property, beautifully finished, warm and cosy with quality fitments."
Plenty of walks and other activities all within a 30 minutes drive. Our group of five had a fabulous break and wouldn't hesitate to recommend the cottage to anyone.
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"We had a brilliant week, The Stables is a fantastic property in a lovely peaceful location."
Would definitely recommend.
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"The Stables was a beautiful cottage in an idyllic spot."
Lots of original beams to show the history of the building but really well modernised with excellent showers and all of the equipment needed to cook on a self catering holiday. We had a lovely stay and would definitely choose to stay here again if holidaying in this area.
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"The Stables is a really beautiful, comfortable, clean, cozy place to stay."
Lovely owners, who were there to help but left us alone. Great base to enjoy the Staffordshire moorlands and Alton towers. Thank you, we loved it.
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"A lovely cottage in a wonderful farmland setting."
Very quiet at all times yet close enough to the Peak District and Alton Towers. The owners were very nice and welcoming. The cottage was immaculate with three good bedrooms, all double plus two bath/shower rooms. The kitchen was well equipped. Everything looked new throughout. Excellent.
Lovely to meet you and your family, thank you for the feedback. Property Owner
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"Lovely cottage spotlessly clean well equipped."
Hosts lovely. Would be very happy to return at some point in the future thank you
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"Absolutely amazing!"
! So happy to have found such a beautiful holiday home. Everything was to the highest standard, the outside heated seating area was a perfect place to sit in the evening with stunning views. Can’t rate this place highly enough, felt so peaceful and homely, modern, spacious and clean, we had a lovely week, thank you so much, we’ll definitely be back!!
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"The Stables was probably the best accommodation we have stayed in."
A beautiful finish throughout with meticulous attention to detail. The design was well thought out and very attractive. The location was perfect and the surrounding countryside was lovely.
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"What an amazing property, well thought out, clean, modern and bright."
Everything you need is available and the hosts are so welcoming and helpful. The cottage is close to so many attractions as well. I would recommend this to everyone.
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"Julie and Jason could not have done more to make our stay any better- the property is perfect and of an exceptionally high quality and finish."
We hope they enjoy many years of solid bookings… we’d love to return some time and will wholeheartedly recommend it to our friends and family.
Thank you for your feedback, it was lovely to meet you both. Thank you for recommending The Stables to friends and family. Property Owner
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"“The Bee's knees!"
” A fabulous time at the Stables. Meticulous attention to detail throughout the cottage with everything you need. Location is fantastic, you feel a million miles away but we close to lots of attractions. We will be back in the near future.
Thank you for your lovely feedback, so glad you all enjoyed your stay at The Stables. Great to hear you plan to visit us again soon. Property Owner
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"The accommodation at The Stables was amazing, even better than the photos."
The hosts were extremely warm and welcoming, would definitely recommend and stay again if in that area.
Thank you for your feedback, lovely to meet you Catherine and your family. Property Owner
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"Wow! Best cottage we have stayed at and have visited quite a few."
The Stables was beautifully furnished and spotlessly clean with everything you need for a short break and more. Yummy treats and a bottle of Fizz greeted us upon arrival and the location is beautiful. Spent evenings playing cards and games which were provided in the lovely garden overlooking the sheep and alpacas, the garden has a heated seating pod, blankets/cushions so would be perfect anytime. Really couldn't fault it, can't wait to return!
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Summary
- Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size with Smart TV, 2 x ground-floor double with Smart TV
- Ground-floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
- Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
- Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
- Oil central heating
- Electric oven, hob, microwave, 60/40 fridge/freezer, washer/dryer and dishwasher, a hairdryer in each room, 4 x Smart TV, WiFi, selection of books and games
- Fuel and power inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Highchair and travel cot available on request
- Off-road parking for 3 cars
- Enclosed rear garden with furniture, heated pod with seating and children's playhouse
- Sorry, no pets and no smoking
- Shop 2.9 miles, pub 1.9 miles
- Note: There is an iron and ironing board available on request
The property
This quaint stone-built cottage is within the grounds of Garston House Farm situated in the pretty hamlet of Garston near the village of Whiston, Staffordshire, nestled on the edge of the Peak District.
The Stables is ideal for families looking for a beautiful countryside getaway within the Peak District National Park.
This holiday home enjoys original features including exposed brickwork and beams and an enclosed garden with a lovely heated pod with seating for you to enjoy afternoon tea or a glass of wine.
Off-road parking greets you on arrival before stepping into the hallway; here you can leave your muddy boots and jackets.
The open-plan living space has a corner sofa, a smart TV and dining/ seating for six, ideal for winding down after a day of exploring.
The kitchen is a contemporary space fitted with the amenities you need, including an electric oven, a hob, a microwave, a fridge/freezer, a washer/dryer, and a dishwasher.
When eyes tire, there are two double bedrooms on the ground floor with Smart TVs, serviced by a sleek bathroom.
Venture upstairs for the king-size bedroom, also with a Smart TV and matching furniture, with a shower room adjacent.
Explore your rural location either on foot or bike, with a great selection of woodland trails to discover and your amenities can be found in the village of Ipstones, home to a traditional pub.
There are a great selection of attractions nearby with the Peak Wildlife Park to see your favourite animals, Alton Towers for thrilling rides and Kingsley Bird & Falconry Centre.
Visit the leafy suburb of Trentham, home to Trentham Monkey Forest for a special walk surrounded by monkeys and the rich woodlands of Trentham Estate for a taste of opulence.
For an adventure to Staffordshire, make The Stables your next staycation.
The Stables may also be booked together with two other barns (PR 982176, 1026269), providing combined accommodation for up to 16 guests.
Where you’ll be staying
ALTON
Ashbourne 7 miles; Leek 13 miles.
The attractive rural village of Alton lies on the western fringes of the Peak District in lovely moorland countryside, between the market towns of Leek and Ashbourne. The village offers a post office, village shop and pubs serving food. The surrounding countryside is excellent for walking and cycling with miles of woodland trails and moorland hikes to enjoy. Dovedale and the limestone Churnet Valley are on the doorstep and The Manifold Trail is close by. There is easy access to many of the area's attractions including Chatsworth House, Haddon Hall, Lyme Park (NT) as seen in TV’s Pride & Prejudice and the NT Ilam Estate. A great touring base for all the Peak District - and Alton Towers with its many rides and attractions is just a short drive away!
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This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute
- Christmas