Gun End Cottage

ID: S3333

  • Bedrooms 4
  • ・ Sleeps 8
  • ・ Pets 1

About this 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.

The farming community of Swythamley sits close to the River Dane, on the Staffordshire side of the river yet still in the beautiful area know as The Peak District. Local Swythamley Hall, originally a hunting lodge belonging to Abbey of Dieulacres, stands in fine parkland. The area has much historic significance – close by 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. There is fine walking and climbing on The Roaches, and many lovely cycle trails in the area. Alton Towers, Leek, Buxton and Ashbourne are all within easy reach.

Accommodation

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, radio/CD player, small library of books/games/DVDs.

Fuel, power & starter pack for open fire included in rent.

Bed linen & towels included in rent.

Travel cot, highchair & stairgate available.

Enclosed lawned area, second lawned garden with patio, furniture & BBQ.

Off road parking for 3 cars.

Property accepts one well-behaved dog.Please keep dog to ground floor area.

No smoking.

Shop 5 miles, pub 2 miles.

Please note: minimum 3 night stays only.

Reviews (51)

  • Patricia

    Clean, comfortable and warm in mid February. There was plenty of space and hot water for our family of 8 with an amazing array of useful kitchen facilities. Very helpful owners who instantly replied to text messages with help and kindness. If it were in the summer we would have found the garden somewhat small for 3 boys (ages 9-12), however in wet February weather we were unableto venture out into the grounds anyway.

  • Sarah

    A few toys were a surprise bonus that the children really enjoyed. So much to do nearby as well. Would definitely like to come again.

  • Jennifer

    Thank you. Great facilities and fab for our two young families to spend some time together. Lovely things to do around nearby with four children under five - parks, walks, wildlife park, Blaze Farm. Thanks again.

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