About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: Barks Cottage in Whiston offers a 3-star holiday home with two bedrooms and a bathroom. Guests enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, washing machine, and free WiFi. Outdoor Spaces: The property features a garden and a seating area, providing a relaxing environment. Free off-site parking is available for convenience. Local Attractions: Alton Towers is 4.2 km away, Trentham Gardens 26 km, Buxton Opera House 36 km, Capesthorne Hall 45 km, and Chatsworth House 47 km. Manchester Airport is 54 km from the cottage. Activities: Guests can enjoy golfing, fishing, cycling, rafting, and more. The surrounding area offers various activities for outdoor enthusiasts. Highly Rated: Barks Cottage is highly rated by guests for its comfortable accommodation and excellent facilities.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
1 single bed
and
1 bunk bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Sally
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Beautiful location with plenty of things to do in easy reach. Very peaceful. Easy check in/out.
Marjan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The cottage was clean . It had everything needed for a family holiday.
Maya
Slovakia Slovakia
Beautiful location in the countryside. Lovely woodlands nearby, great for walking and running.Well-equipped kitchen with everything we needed.
Daniel
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The property was well located, the property had an open fire and we had access to wood and kindling. Plenty of board games for the family. The hosts were very helpful and offered a dog walking service, this was extremely useful. Lovely woodland...
Nikki
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Lovely place oh so peaceful xx Full kitchen and all the things you need for a stay x
Hale
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Great location, peaceful and relaxing surroundings, very clean, friendly and warm welcome, great facilities, plenty of games for the kids to play.
Mcilveen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Beautifully clean and cosy cottage. Fully equipped with everything you might need for a relaxing break.

Managed by Sykes Holiday Cottages

Company review score: 9Based on 92,546 reviews from 20609 properties
20609 managed properties

Company information

Sykes Holiday Cottages is an independent holiday cottage rental agency, with the finest selection of holidays across the UK and Ireland. Whether it’s a family-friendly holiday, a pet-friendly holiday or an activity and adventure-filled holiday, find your ideal UK break with Sykes Holiday Cottages. Our sister brands include Abersoch Quality Homes, Best of Suffolk, Carbis Bay Holidays, Character Cottages, Coast and Country Cottages, Coast and Country Holidays, Cornish Cottage Holidays, Dream Cottages, Heart of the Lakes, Helpful Holidays, Hideaways, Hogans Irish Cottages, John Bray, Lakes Cottage Holidays, Lake District Lodge Holidays, Lakelovers, Manor Cottages, Menai Holidays, Northumbria Coast & Country, Welsh Coast and Country Holidays and Yorkshire Coastal Cottages, and our family extends as far as Bachcare in New Zealand.

Property information

The living areas in this single-storey property consist of a kitchen/diner equipped with electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and a breakfast bar, and a living/dining room with seating for five guests, a TV and an open fire. The bedrooms consist of a double and a family room with an adult bunk and single, along with a shower room. Outside there is a private garden with furniture, ample off-road parking and an EV charging point. Within 3.7 miles you will find a shop and within 2.1 miles, a pub and please note that two well-behaved dogs are welcome but sorry, no smoking. WiFi, fuel, power, bed linen and towels are all included in the price. A cot and highchair are also available. Barks Cottage is a wonderful escape for a family in Staffordshire. Note: Family room can be arranged as a twin to sleep 2 guests. Note: The garden is not enclosed. Note: Dog sitting service by arrangement. Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out at 10 am. Note: EV charging point available and payment made directly to the owner. Note: Dog sitting service by arrangement with owner at 10. Note: EV charging point available and payment made directly to the owner

Neighbourhood information

The attractive rural village of Oakamoor 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 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, the NT Ilam Estate or Peak Wildlife Park. A great touring base for all the Peak District - and Alton Towers is just a 10 minute drive away.

Language spoken

English

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House rules

Barks Cottage takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Cards accepted at this property
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

One well behaved dog welcome

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please note that the full amount of the reservation is due before arrival. Sykes Cottages will send a confirmation with detailed payment information. After full payment is taken, the property's details, including the address and where to collect keys, will be emailed to you.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.