Pet Friendly Holidays Cheshire

Nestled in the beautiful Cheshire countryside in the picturesque village of Kelsall is the superb Stonewood Country Lodge. This pet friendly and modern lodge has been designed to offer you the utmost comfort and provides a fantastic getaway for nature lovers and those seeking some peace and tranquillity. Spacious and well-appointed, the lodge features modern amenities including a well-equipped kitchen, two cosy bedrooms with plush linens and a comfortable open plan living space with a double sofa bed. You’ll find real attention to detail and thoughtful extra touches such as bottled water in the fridge and complimentary toiletries. Pets are also well catered for with pet-friendly facilities such as bowls, mats and throws provided. Patio doors to the front of the lodge lead to a secure enclosed decked area just perfect for a morning coffee and meaning those with small children and four legged friends can truly relax throughout the warm summer months.
A peaceful stroll down a quiet country lane will lead you to Kelsall village where you’ll find a selection of characterful pubs providing locally sourced food, real ales and excellent wines. At the top end of Kelsall Hill is Delamere Forest which is a paradise for nature enthusiasts. Take your furry friend for a leisurely stroll along the picturesque trails, enjoy a picnic amidst the towering trees, or indulge in some outdoor activities such as Go Ape, segways, cycling or horseback riding. Treat yourself to a delightful experience at Cheshire Ice Cream Farm, a popular family attraction and just a 20-minute drive away. Besides their delicious ice cream, the farm offers various activities for all ages, including an adventure play park, farm animals to meet, and scenic walking trails.
You can embark on a historical adventure by visiting Beeston Castle - again around 20 minutes away. Here you can explore the medieval ruins, marvel at panoramic views from the hilltop, and enjoy a peaceful walk through the surrounding woodlands. The castles of Cholmondley and Peckferton are also easily accessible and the Sandstone Trail can be picked up locally. Chester Zoo is a short 20-minute drive from Kelsall and a must-visit destination for animal lovers as is the Blue Planet Aquarium. You can also immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant culture of Chester itself whilst exploring the ancient city walls or stroll along the picturesque River Dee and discover the charming Chester Rows.
Venture a bit further to Tatton Park, a 40 minutes drive away, a stunning historic estate encompassing over 1,000 acres of parkland or for a change of scenery visit North Wales which can be reached in around an hour. Whether you choose to relax in the comfort of your accommodation or venture out to explore the local attractions and wider area, Stonewood Country Lodge offers the perfect base.

Escape to this stunning estate in the Cheshire village of Antrobus, where you’ll discover a charming complex of four beautifully designed holiday cottages, each featuring its own secluded hot tubs on private enclosed decking. Set amidst the breathtaking Cheshire countryside, each cottage boasts a unique character and is equipped with everything you need for a delightful stay.
Snuggle up in front of the fireplace, cook an indulgent meal in the kitchen, and rest easy in plush bedrooms to the gentle sounds of nature. Offering a Yes home from home, comfort and relaxation has been carefully considered, with the private hot tubs providing the perfect spot to relax and unwind. All cottages are pet-friendly, ensuring your four-legged friends can join in the fun, and wander through the manicured gardens to the shared tennis court for friendly matches and casual games.
A selection of local pubs are available within a 1.5-mile / 30-minute walk, where you can savour traditional fare and immerse yourself in the warm hospitality of the community Recognisable for its Peak Blinder fame, Arley Hall and Gardens is just over a 5-minute drive, the Royal Cheshire County Show Ground 10 minutes, and the National Trusts Tatton Park around 20 minutes, making it a perfect base for local events including the RHS Flower Show and DogFest. For nature lovers, the expansive Delamere Forest (25 mins) beckons, offering walking and cycling trails through its lush woodlands and Wild Shore Delamere for an array of outdoor water-based activities. For aviation enthusiasts Manchester Airport is a 20-minute drive where you can visit the Runway Visitor Park, and the unique, award-winning Jodrell Bank Discovery Centre and Observatory is around the same.
For the bright lights of a big city, you can explore the rich heritage of Chester, take a day trip to the vibrant city of Liverpool, or explore diverse and energetic Manchester as all can be reached in under an hour. Finally, for those with children, there’s BeWILDerwood Cheshire, the Crocky Trail, Chester Zoo and the Blue Planet Aquarium all within a 30 – 40-minute drive. Whether you’re planning a romantic escape, a family adventure, or a gathering with friends, these stunning cottages offer the perfect setting for your Cheshire retreat.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 18 guests.

This superb semi-detached cottage can be found just over half a mile from the centre of Disley, which is best known as the home to the National Trusts magnificent Lyme Park.

Completely renovated throughout in 2022 the property benefits from beautiful views over the surrounding countryside, and also has lovely gardens to the rear. Being less than a mile from the Peak District National Park on the border of Cheshire and Derbyshire means the location is perfect for lovers of the great outdoors, with ample wonderful walks and cycle trails literally on the doorstep. Disley itself is a thriving village with a range of amenities including pubs, restaurants and a train station that can be reached in around a 15-minute walk. Disley Station offers a direct service to both Manchester and Buxton in just 30 minutes meaning the hustle and bustle of city life can be combined with the peace and tranquillity of the countryside.

Neighbouring New Mills can be reached in around a 10-minute drive and is home to the Torrs Riverside Park and Millennium Walkway, which is a much-admired bridge set deep into the gorge. Buxton is just 20 minutes and most famous for its therapeutic spring water, Pavilion Gardens and of course Opera House. Also, just 20 minutes is the beautiful honeypot village of Castleton, wonderful Edale which is the start/end of the Pennine Way and Hayfield from where you can hike to the highest point in the Peak District, Kinder Scout. Pub within 1 mile.

Accessed down a long winding track in a beautiful rural environment is the wonderful Hollowcowhey Farm Cottage. Set on the owners working farm this former barn has been beautifully converted to provide warm, comfortable, and quirky accommodation just perfect for couples.
Located in the magnificent Peak District National Park means the surrounding area is home to incredible countryside with excellent walking, mountain biking, cycling and rock climbing all easily accessible. Secure bike storage is available together with facilities to wash them down, and any four-legged friends. Its rural location means the nights are peaceful, dark and the grounds are visited by local red deer herds, greater spotted woodpeckers, lapwings, badgers, and foxes to name but a few.
Although truly rural, for anyone looking to venture further afield the towns of Bollington, Macclesfield, Buxton, and Whaley Bridge are all accessible in a 15 – 20-minute drive. In Whaley Bridge you can stroll along the tow path to the Buxworth Basin or take a narrow boat trip. The famous spa town of Buxton boasts the opera house, Pavilion Gardens, and the 5* Buxton Spa for anyone looking for some pampering. Bollington is a thriving town with plenty of busy pubs, eateries, bars, and cafés, and both Whaley Bridge and Macclesfield have train stations offering a direct service to Manchester in under an hour. You can travel through Winnets Pass to the charming village of Castleton in just over half an hour or visit Chatsworth House and Bakewell in around 45 minutes. Matlock Bath and Alton Towers also make great days out - the choice really is yours to do as much or as little as you like.

Sympathetically converted farm buildings, retaining original features, offering a very good standard of accommodation. Located at the end of an unmade road, they sit quietly in this rural community, yet they are within easy driving distance of the city of Chester, famous for being a walled city with its unique half timbered galleried shops and its Victorian Eastgate clock - said to be the most photographed timepiece in the world after Big Ben. Shops, restaurants and history are all to be found here. Chester has the largest amphitheatre in Britain, a 10th century cathedral, two renowned museums - the Grosvenor and Military Museums, and not forgetting the zoo! The walk around the walls is approximately 2 miles and offers a birdseye view of the city centre with views across to Wales’ magnificent mountains. Cheshire Oaks retail outlet village is a short drive away. At the end of the lane is the Beachin therapy swimming pool for dogs. Malpas, with its magpie style houses, Beeston with its castle, Tattenhall where the Cheshire Farm Dairy ice cream is made and Farndon which links Cheshire to Wales by a sandstone bridge are all an easy drive. Cheshire is also the gateway to some of the finest English countryside and Welsh borderlands. Golf is available within 2 miles of the property. Shop 5 miles, pub 2 miles.

The Old Shop is a stylish ground-floor apartment centrally located in the charming town of Bollington. Once inside you’ll find the good-sized living space is open-plan and sociable by design. There’s a comfortable sofa, Smart TV and the well-equipped kitchen has everything you need to prepare delicious meals. With numerous eateries within a 5-minute walk, there really is no need! The cosy bedroom has a sumptuous double bed perfect for an excellent night’s sleep, and the convenience of en-suite facilities.
Bollington is a thriving town surrounded by the beautiful countryside of the Peak District National Park. Known locally as ‘the happy valley’, it’s renowned for lovely independent shops, cafés and an abundance of pubs, together with its most notable landmark ‘White Nancy’. Visible for miles around, White Nancy is a stone folly located on top of Kerridge Hill, which once reached, offers incredible views across Bollington, Macclesfield and Cheshire. There are plenty of local attractions to explore, including the fascinating Macclesfield Silk Museum, Capesthorne Hall and Gardens, and the impressive Jodrell Bank Observatory.
There are also many charming towns and villages nearby, such as the picturesque village of Prestbury and the historic market town of Knutsford. Bollington’s vicinity to the Peak District National Park means the location is perfect for those who enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and horse riding. Many trails start just outside the town including the Middlewood Way, a converted railway track that stretches 11 miles from Macclesfield to Marple. Finally, within an hour’s drive, you can explore numerous attractions such as the stunning Chatsworth House, Lyme Park, the historic city of Chester, and the vibrant city of Manchester with its world-class museums, galleries, and shopping destinations. You really are spoilt for choice!

This detached barn, situated in the five-acre grounds of the owners’ home, is a short drive from the National Trust Tatton Park. As you enter the open plan living space filled with oak beams, you are greeted by a warm welcoming living area. If it’s a lovely sunny day, why not open the patio doors to the large, manicured gardens and sit and watch the world go by? The modern kitchen area is perfect for cooking up a storm and entertaining friends or family. Upstairs there are three bedrooms (one king sized, two double beds), beams and vaulted ceilings and a separate bathroom. Outside is a beautiful lawned garden made for al fresco dining or cooking a fabulous barbecue. Alternatively, there are many beautiful country walks to try, one of which begins at the property.
Wee Bridge Farm Cottage is situated in the village of Mobberley which has six wonderful country pubs, a farm shop, a bakery, a selection of other shops and its own train station. It is a great base to explore the area. The quaint town of Knutsford is only a five-minute drive away and has antique and specialist shops as well as many restaurants. Wilmslow, Alderley Edge, Altrincham, and Hale are also close by.
Or head to iconic Manchester about 30 minutes away which has many attractions including Legoland discovery centre, various museums and art galleries and, of course, Old Trafford (football and cricket) and the Etihad Stadium. Liverpool is less than an hour’s drive away and is the birthplace of the Beatles.
Due to the quiet and tranquil nature of Wee Bridge Farm Cottage, this location is suited towards families and couples only, bookings that do not fall within either of these categories may be not accepted, please call to check.

Newly renovated in 2022, The Drift House is a spacious, luxury barn conversion that can be found in a wonderful rural setting between the pretty villages of Tilston and bustling Malpas in the beautiful Cheshire countryside. Public transport routes put it within easy reach of historic Chester with it’s internationally acclaimed Zoo.
On the ground floor, the sociable kitchen and dining area boasts a range cooker and breakfast bar just perfect for cooking up a storm whilst catching up with friends and family. The generous sized living room has a wood burner to compliment the underfloor heating, and both rooms have bi-folding doors opening out onto the beautifully manicured and secure garden, meaning those with small children and four legged friends can truly relax. Upstairs, each of the bedrooms are beautifully fitted out and outside the wood-fired hot tub has been perfectly placed on a private sheltered patio to really make the most of the spectacular far reaching countryside views.
For those who can bring themselves to leave the property, nearby are the beautiful Bickerton and Peckforton Hills, which provide access to the Sandstone Trail as seen on ITV’s Britain’s Best Walks. Attractions nearby include the respective castles of Peckforton, Beeston and Cholmondley which can all be reached in 10–15 minutes, as can the world’s largest ice cream parlour at The Ice Cream Farm Tattenhall. Drift House is well located for events at Bolesworth Castle including Car Fest North and the International Horse Show. For anyone looking to explore the area on bike, the Sandstone Ridge provides quiet lanes over rolling hills with great café and lunch spots to break up your route, and off road trails are found at Delamere, and Llandegla Mountain Biking centre for the more adventurous riders. Secure bike storage is available at the property, although bikes can also be hired at local trail centres. Children will enjoy The Crocky Trail, Delamere Forest and Wild Shore Delamere which can all be reached in around 30 minutes, and for those seeking pampering or golf, a 10-minute drive will take you to a luxury country estate with spa and leisure facilities, together with two championship golf courses.
The centre of Manchester can be reached in around an hour, Liverpool in around 45 minutes or the historic city walls of Chester in around half an hour. There’s motor racing at Oulton Park, 30 minutes, the stunning Welsh Mountains or the Wirral Peninsula in around 60 minutes. You really are spoilt for choice!