About this property
Leek 2.6 miles. Resting rurally in Longsdon, a Staffordshire village near the bustling town of Leek is Highfield House, a fabulous four-bedroom dwelling. Enveloped by breath-taking countryside and a short journey away from the Peak District National Park and Tittesworth reservoir which offers a range of water sports and walking trails. Highfield House offers eight guests flexible sleeping arrangements, a gated garden, and a charming interior, the property provides the ideal base for a group celebration. Park up on the private driveway before entering Highfield House, firstly reaching the homely snug, complete with a rustling woodburning stove, plush seating, and a Smart TV. Further relaxation can take place in the sitting room, featuring a large corner sofa, Smart TV, and PlayStation, before locating the well-equipped kitchen/dining, housing a range of appliances to ease your self-catered stay; you'll also find a washing machine in the utility, helping you keep on top of your holiday clothes, and a formal dining room to enjoy meals from. Watch the sun set over the Staffordshire hills from the enclosed patio, before catching some rest in one of four bedrooms, all well-presented and offering ample storage; select between a king-size with en-suite, a further 2 doubles, and a twin with 3"4 bed in the same room, all serviced by a spacious bathroom. Come morning, begin your exploration in the local area, where you'll find a host of pubs and eateries, dotted across the canal, ahead of touring some of the surrounding beauty spots, including Ladderedge Country Park, Rudyard Lake, Cheddleton Flint Mill, and RSPB Coombes Valley. Travelling towards the popular attraction of Alton Towers, stop off at both the Peak Wildlife Park and Kingsley Bird & Falconry Centre, offering immersive experiences, perfect for animal lovers. Heading through the national park, discover an abundance of breath-taking vistas, possible to enjoy from The Roaches and Thor's Cave, before continuing to Buxton and its array of attractions, including Poole's Cavern, Buxton Museum & Art Gallery, The Pavilion Gardens, a hub of botanical blooms, and the Buxton Visitor Centre & The Buxton Crescent Experience. Experience all of this by booking Highfield House.
On the western side of The Peaks, in the heart of the beautiful Moorland scenery, is the hillside market town of Leek, also referred to as "The Queen of the Moorlands." The town's lovely cobblestone market square and numerous instances of magnificent Victorian architecture, many of which bear William Morris' influence, serve as a reminder of the prosperity the area experienced when it was known as a centre for the production of silk. Today, Leek has a large variety of stores, including enormous antique stores, as well as a considerable number of restaurants, a neighbourhood park, recreational opportunities, and real ale pubs. Leek is adjacent to Gawsworth Hall, Buxton Opera House, and Three Shires Head, where the counties of Cheshire, Derbyshire, and Staffordshire converge. It is also a short drive from Alton Towers.
Accommodation
Four bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite with walk-in shower, basin, and WC, 2 x double, 1 x single bed and 3"4 bed in the same room.
Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin, and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner with TV.
Utility.
Dining room.
Sitting room.
Snug with woodburning stove
Gas central heating with underfloor heating to the ground floor.
Electric oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher Nespresso coffee machine.
2 x Smart TV, TV, PlayStation, WiFi.
Fuel, power, and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
A gated, private driveway for 4 cars.
Enclosed front garden with lawn, patio, charcoal BBQ and furniture.
Cot and Highchair available.
Utility room available for Bike storage.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 0.9 miles, pub 0.2 miles.
Note: There is a step to the exterior of the property.Note: From 14th April 2024 the property will accept 1 well behaved dog with a pet supplement of £25.00
Reviews (17)
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Ian
Everything else is great.
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Dawn
Itâs got to be one of the cleanest places weâve stayed. Everything we needed was there and there were lots of extras that made it a home from home. The owners gave a folder with lots of information, there were maps and games and even a starter set of wood for the burner should we want it. I canât recommend it enough. A lovely, lovely house!
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Katherine
Itâs got absolutely everything you could possibly need and more! The space was perfect for six of us (2 adults, 4 children) but you could accommodate 4 adult couples very comfortably (though there would be a fight for the master bedroom with walk-in wardrobe and en-suite!). The two lounges gave us plenty of space to spread out, which was a huge help as the weather was rubbish, and the PlayStation was very much enjoyed! The kitchen is beautiful, itâs a lovely social space for cooking and chatting, and the utility room was an added bonus! The outside space is absolutely lovely as well, we just wish weâd had more opportunity to use it! If we had one (tiny) criticism, itâs the fact itâs not clear in the listing that the house is next to a main road and we did hear the traffic for the first couple of days (we had a very light sleeper with us) but once we got used to it, the noise wasnât an issue and it certainly wouldnât put us off booking again if we ever come back to Leek. There is so much to do in the area, the house is about quarter of an hourâs drive from the Roaches (stunning for a walk), Buxton is only half an hour away and there are lots of local National Trust places like Biddulph Grange and Little Moreton Hall which are really great for a day out. We had a great week, despite awful weather and would very much recommend the property! If we are ever visiting the again we would love to come back!