Stoke-on-trent, Heart of England
Old Beams is a dog friendly holiday cottage.
The property is situated just off the main road that runs through the village of Waterhouses, home to a traditional pub, village shop and take away cafe. For those wanting to explore, the Manifold Track starts within the village and is a favourite for walkers, cyclists and horse riders. Stop off at Thor s Cave along the way or take refreshments at one of the cafes. Peak Wildlife Park (2.5 miles) is ideal for a family day out and for thrill seekers, Alton Towers theme park is a short drive away (6.5 miles). For a historical day out, visit Shugborough Hall, Little Moreton Hall and Chatsworth House, all within 20 30 miles. Step into the welcoming entrance space which offers a sofa, fireplace, piano and traditional wood panelling the character starts here. Wander through to the kitchen/diner with a stunning oak kitchen, central island and farmhouse dining table. There is also a utility area with a washing machine and access to outside the perfect place to wash off those muddy paws. The impressive conservatory offers a spacious and light place to enjoy a celebration meal with the luxury of underfloor heating. The lounge is cosy and relaxing with a double fronted wood burner and comfortable sofa and chairs to snuggle up in front of the Smart TV. Completing the ground floor are two double bedrooms both with an en suite shower rooms and WC's, one of the bedrooms has a handy door leading out to the patio. Head up the steep and narrow stairs to the first floor for three more bedrooms. There s an impressive four poster king size bedroom with en suite bathroom; a king size bedroom with pull out bed suitable for a child and en suite bathroom with a wonderful roll top bath; and a king size zip and link bedroom (which can be made into a 2 6 twin on request), with en suite shower room. Head up another flight of steep stairs to the second floor for the final two bedrooms; a double and twin bedroom and these share the nearby bathroom with shower over bath and WC. These bedrooms have partially restricted headroom with them being located in the eaves. Outside, there is a large lawned garden with patio, hot tub, BBQ, wood fired pizza oven and garden furniture for dining al fresco. There is a small pond in the garden with a safety grid over care to be taken with children and dogs. There is off road parking for up to eight cars.
7 bedrooms 3 doubles, 1 twin, 1 four poster king size, 1 king size and 1 king size zip and link (which can be made into a 2ft 6in twin on request). 6 bathrooms 1 bathroom with shower over bath and WC, 1 en suite bathroom with roll top bath, separate shower and WC, 3 en suite shower rooms with WC, 1 en suite bathroom with bath, separate shower and WC. Sleeps 14 2 2 x single pull out beds available on request ideal for a child, note there is limited space for travel cots if the pull out beds are needed. Electric Range oven and gas hob, fridge/freezer, additional fridge and additional freezer, dishwasher, microwave and wine cooler. Utility area with washing machine. Conservatory with underfloor heating. 2 travel cots and 2 highchairs available. Wood burner (first basket of logs provided). Smart TV in the lounge. Bluetooth smart speaker. Piano. Hot tub please bring your own towels for use outdoors. Garden with lawn, patio, BBQ, wood fired pizza oven and outdoor seating. Off road parking for 8 cars. Pub and shop under 0.25 miles. Please note there are steep stairs in the cottage and a small, covered pond in the garden please supervise children.
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