Grindon is home to a host of fantastic walking routes, it is a peaceful and tranquil rural location with local pubs around you in Butterton, Warslow and Waterfall. This property began as a stable, then became a workshop, until the owners wanted to do more with the space and open it up to visitors given the stunning area it is in.
The property has views of Thor’s Cave and is a fantastic base for your Peak District getaway. The owners really have thought of everything and had their guest’s comfort at the forefront of their minds when planning the renovations. It has an open plan kitchen and sitting area, the kitchen has all the amenities you should need such as fridge/freezer, electric hob, and a combi oven/microwave.
There is a table with two chairs conveniently placed with stunning high ceilings and feature light fittings. The living area has a comfortable sofa, with pops of colour complimenting the white finished walls, there is a Smart TV with access to Netflix, a comforting electric wood burner and a single sofa bed neatly tucked away is required.
The bedroom is quaint with shabby chic designs in mind and an en-suite shower room. Modern shutters have been placed in the main living area for privacy. There is a patio area next to the property where you may bump into the owner’s dog, Skye.
This property is sure to blow you away.

Beautifully converted from traditional farm buildings, these two, single-level holiday cottages provide warm, stylish and comfortable accommodation amidst a 600-acre working farm. With floor to ceiling windows in the open plan living space the result is charming, bright and airy, and full underfloor heating guarantees cosy guests no matter what the weather. During warm summer months, the private and secure gardens provide the perfect place to relax and dine al fresco.
For families, seasonal farm attractions operate during the school holidays, such as lamb feeding or pumpkin bales. Any visitors will have the opportunity, if they choose, to get up close and personal with some of the farm’s residents and learn all about them.
The location of Lower Drayton Farm as you would expect is rural, but also convenient lying just 1 mile from the M6. The charming market town of Penkridge is just a 5-minute drive away, and offers a good selection of dining out or takeaway options, together with several pubs and convenience stores. Alternatively, the county town of Stafford is 15 minutes away and offers all the usual high street stores, supermarkets and cinema. The location is also a perfect base for exploring the Peak District National Park, Staffordshire, Shropshire and the Black Country. Finally for any big kids, Britain’s premier theme park Alton Towers can be reached in under an hour. Shop 1½ miles, pub and restaurant 1¼ miles.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 8 guests.

Bridge Farm offers spacious accommodation made up of four bedrooms, comfortably sleeping up to 13 guests. The interior features three well-appointed bathrooms, ensuring convenience for large groups; two bathrooms are en-suite shower rooms and the third is a family bathroom. The living room is a cosy retreat, perfect for warming up after a day of exploration. A large dining table and ample sofa space make it an ideal setting for gatherings and shared meals. There is a modern and light kitchen and a convenient island which has four additional seats. Whether you’re preparing a feast or a quick snack, or simply enjoying a glass of wine, this kitchen provides a great space to do this whilst catching up with your friends and family.
As for activities in the Spath and Uttoxeter area, you’ll find a range of options to suit various interests. Nature enthusiasts can explore the picturesque surroundings with beautiful walks, and the nearby Peak District National Park offers a myriad of hiking trails, ranging from easy walks to more challenging hikes. The stunning landscapes and fresh air make it a perfect destination for nature lovers.
The towns of Uttoxeter and Ashbourne both offer many restaurants, cafés and pubs, as well as shops. For those looking for some excitement, Uttoxeter Racecourse is a popular venue for horse racing events, and families will love Alton Towers Theme Park.
After a fun filled day, return to the Bridge Farm and unwind on the patio or gather around the dining table for a delightful evening with friends and family. Whether you’re seeking relaxation or adventure, Bridge Farm provides the perfect base for a memorable getaway.

Perfectly situated in the lush Staffordshire countryside, this converted barn annex makes the perfect choice for couples or families and friends looking to spend quality time together. Stunning and spacious, this bright and modern property offers everything you could want for a stress-free, relaxing break. Park Barn is located adjacent to a footpath which leads directly to the beautiful Fisherwick Lakes. Set amongst large grounds and overlooking open farmland and woodland, this gorgeous conversion will wow you from the moment you arrive.
Enter into a large hallway and kick off your shoes to enjoy toasty underfloor heating. Then onto a generous open plan living space which has clearly been designed for socialising. The kitchen, with stylish units and a large island seating area, will inspire lengthy, relaxed breakfasts and endless dinners where guests can feast and the wine flows until the early hours. The dining table by the large windows allows diners views towards the surrounding woods and fields, and the kitchen is well appointed. With it being open plan, the cook never needs to miss a moment of the fun. After dinner, retire to the comfy living area which has the most amazing large patio doors to look out from. You don’t even need to move to shut the large blinds - just pick up the remote to close them! Choose from one of the two en-suite bedrooms, both beautifully furnished and with crisp linens. Outside you will find huge patio area with seating looking over the wonderful countryside.
The property is located one mile from the village of Whittington which has a supermarket, pharmacy, newsagent, Chinese take-away, hairdresser, two village pubs and the beautiful church of St Giles originally built in the 13th century. It is a thriving village with monthly village markets and regular community events throughout the year.

A wonderful array of amenities and a selection of charming walks can be enjoyed straight from the front door. A short drive away is the lovely market towns of Lichfield and Ashbourne. Lichfield retains its original character with a beautiful cathedral, Samuel Johnson’s home, a centre dedicated to Erasmus Darwin, St Mary’s Centre (where the Staffordshire Millennium Tapestries are on permanent display) and wonderful places to stop and enjoy some food. The market town of Ashbourne is worth visiting, with its original cobbled lanes, old market stalls and grand Georgian buildings which are home to a good selection of restaurants, interesting shops and traditional coaching inns. Why not visit nearby Burton-upon-Trent? Here you can enjoy a fascinating day discovering the art of brewing beer, whilst the National Memorial Arboretum is just a short drive away. The peace of the Peak District, with its maze of footpaths and cycle routes, is within easy reach, as well as the magnificent Cannock Chase. Both of these are Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering walking, cycling and horse riding.
The National Trust Dovedale Valley is a wonderful place to visit; a renowned beauty spot, it offers excellent walking and cycling amidst spectacular scenery. A short drive away is Tamworth Castle, the ancient capital of Mercia. Take time to visit one of the local historic estates including Chatsworth House, Shugborough Hall, Kedleston Hall and nearby Sudbury Hall. Thrillseekers can enjoy fabulous Alton Towers Theme Park, a day out for all the family. This really is a special place to stay.

White Park Cottage is the largest of the two barn conversions on Broad Ecton Farm. The ground floor has an open plan, social space made up of the kitchen, dining and living space. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you should need during your stay to rustle up your favourite meals. The living area has comfortable seating and a TV plus a dining table with chairs. There is warming underfloor heating throughout the property. The first double bedroom is located on the ground floor, up a few steps and has an en-suite shower room. On the first floor are two further bedrooms made up of two doubles, and a family bathroom with shower over bath.
The location is central to many walking routes, with the most popular being the Manifold Valley just over the hill; from the door you can take on different hikes each day, never needing to take the car if you don’t wish. Aside of walks, there are many tourist attractions such as Alton Towers theme park. The nearest village of Hartington lies just a few miles away and features a famous cheese shop which is a must visit, you can also hop on the Tissington Trail or the High Peak Trail. Towns such as Ashbourne, Buxton and Bakewell are all close and fun to explore as well as the historic house of Chatsworth.
You can book White Park Cottage with Swaledale Cottage (UKC6835) to sleep up to 12 guests; the properties have interconnecting doors on the ground floor, as well as a gate in the garden, giving you a fantastic space to enjoy as your larger group.

Throwley Cottage has a delightful location in a very rural area, a great spot for some peace and quiet and not to be disturbed. As you arrive there is ample parking and you are greeted by the vast fields that surround this home. The property itself is very traditional with original features and space. On the ground floor is the fully equipped kitchen with everything you need to cook your favourite meals during your stay with a dining table to seat all guests, there is also a back door leading out to the rear garden. The living room has comfortable seating, a TV and an open fire. There is also a shower room located on the ground floor.
Upstairs there are three bedrooms, made up of a double, a twin and lastly a double bed and single bed in the third bedroom. All rooms have a homely feel to them and have stunning views across the Peak District landscape. There is also a family bathroom on the first floor with a bath and shower attachment. Outside within the fenced garden the kids can run free, play garden games or let the dogs enjoy the space this property offers. There is a bike rack too for you to store your bicycles while you aren’t on the trails.
Throwley Cottage is located near Ilam, Ashbourne, just a short distance from Dovedale and 15 minutes from Alton Towers theme park. The Peak District National Park has fantastic access to popular walking and cycling trails such as the Manifold Valley and the Tissington Trail. Pub and restaurant 3¾ miles.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 20 guests.

The Old Rectory is a fantastic celebratory home located within the buzzing town of Leek in Staffordshire, known as the ’Queen of the Moorlands’ and ’Gateway to the Peak District’. It oozes style but remains comfortable and cosy. As soon as you enter the grand hallway you will instantly feel at home.
The house has a stunning kitchen with an island and stools, all the equipment you should need, and is kitted out to cater to a house full with plenty of fridge space, wine fridge and two dishwashers. The kitchen is open plan to a relaxed dining area with bench seating and log burner, and there is a utility area off from the kitchen where you can store your walking boots and coats plus a washing machine. There is a large living room with ample, comfortable seating, large TV and a wood burner, a games room with a pool table and an array of board games to choose from, as well as a more formal dining room overlooking the garden. Upstairs on the first floor are four comfortable bedrooms, the master is incredibly spacious with dual aspect views and an impressive en-suite with a roll-top stand-alone bath and double shower. The other rooms on the first floor all are bright and spacious with en-suite bathrooms plus a toilet, all rooms have been named making it easy to know what is where. On the second floor are the remaining four bedrooms, the difference on the second floor is that the bedrooms Tittlesworth and Dovedale share a bathroom and there is an interconnecting door, perfect for a small family, there is also the addition of an extra single bed in the Tittlesworth. The manicured garden offers a private and relaxing outdoor area where lawn games can be played, a barbecue, and a long table with chairs to seat all guests, plus a 7-seater hydrotherapy spa pool to relax in at the end of the day.
The town of Leek sits in Staffordshire where you can explore its scenic moorlands, there are great walks such as The Roaches or Hartington Dales, and aside from walks, there are many other activities for you all to enjoy such as Alton Towers theme park being a short drive away as well as Water World. Trentham makes for a fantastic day out also, not only is it great for shopping at Trentham Shopping Village but you can also walk around Monkey Forest where there are over 140 monkeys.
Also nearby is the Peak Wildlife Park, RSPB Coombes Valley Nature Reserve and Tittlesworth Reservoir (for stand-up paddleboarding). There is something for everyone in this location, and knowing you have The Old Rectory to retreat back to at the end of the day makes your holiday even sweeter.

Easter Lane Cottage is a beautiful, historic property, set in a quiet spot on the edge of the picturesque village of Butterton in the Staffordshire Moorlands. The cottage lies in the south-west part of the White Peak and is an excellent base for those wishing to enjoy all the Peak District has to offer. The cottage is within easy reach of towns such as Leek, Ashbourne and Buxton which all are worth a visit. They all offer independent shops and cafés, as well as high street names, plenty of restaurants and bars, and Buxton also has the opera house, where you can watch shows making for a good night out. There are also several National Trust Properties nearby and the Peak Wildlife Park is within 5 miles. If you are more of a thrill seeker, then Alton Towers is a mere 10-mile drive.
Butterton sits high above the Manifold Valley. From the cottage, you can get straight onto this trail and walk for miles, connecting to other neighbouring trails. Some of the most beautiful scenery in the Peak District is within easy reach. Tissington Trail - popular with walkers and cyclists - is only 5 miles away. The local inn in Butterton is less than a quarter of a mile from the cottage and offers delicious food and ales. The property has been renovated to a high standard in 2023 with sustainable materials and underfloor heating to the ground floor.
As you drive through Butterton, to get to the cottage you pass through a ford, and from there you can see this inviting and welcoming cottage. There is ample parking outside and the stream runs by creating a relaxing atmosphere as you listen to the sounds of the water whilst enjoying the large garden this property offers. Inside the house is a kitchen with all the appliances and equipment you should need to make your favourite meal, a dining table that seats all guests, and the cute addition of a cushioned window bench; the dining room has patio doors opening it up to the garden, which has great views through fields to the distant hills. The sitting room is a comfortable and cosy space with a roaring wood burning stove to warm up in front of, after a day of walking or exploring. On the first floor is the master bedroom with a kingsize bed, a second bedroom with kingsize zip and link bed (which can be made into twin beds upon request), and the third bedroom with a full sized bunk bed. There is a family bathroom with walk-in shower. The ceilings have been opened up giving this first floor the ‘wow’ factor. It is a truly unique cottage bursting with character, perfectly placed in this quaint village, by the stream for pure relaxation and to take in what the Peak District is all about.

Kings Barn is a lovely barn conversion which has been thoughtfully renovated in 2022 by the owner and offers guests space and comfort. Although it has retained some of its traditional features, it also has a modern and contemporary feel. On the ground floor is a living room with comfortable seating, Smart TV and patio doors which lead to the side of the property, a further reception room, again with comfortable seating and a Smart TV, a well-equipped kitchen/dining room and a utility room. Also on the ground floor are two of the bedrooms and the family bathroom. Upstairs are a further three bedrooms, accommodating up to 10 guests. Outside in the courtyard, you will find a garden room/office complete with Wi-Fi.
Being close to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ironbridge, the Royal Air Force Museum in Cosford, Weston Park, the historic town of Shrewsbury, the beautiful Shropshire Hills and many National Trust and English Heritage sites, there is plenty to do. For those looking for a day out shopping, Shrewsbury town is half an hour away. Cannock Chase, one of England’s finest natural landscapes famous for its scenery, wildlife and rich history, is only half an hour away. It offers walking, cycling and horse riding in a superb setting, and in August 2022 was the venue for the Commonwealth Games cross-country mountain bike racingShropshire has an array of outdoor activities on offer including kayaking, canoeing, cycling, walking, gliding, golf, fishing and horse racing. The area is never short of places to visit with a plethora of castles, abbeys, farms, museums, discovery centres, gardens, parks and historic houses.

Converted in 2022, these former stables hold a spectacular rural location surrounded by open countryside. Set in around 12 acres of woodland, this is real country living at its best, but with the convenience of local facilities nearby. Both properties have wood burners taking pride of place for cosy winter months, and for the long summer days the gardens are perfect for simply soaking up the peace and quiet. You’ll find a selection of food serving pubs and a local convenience store less than a mile away with the villages of Endon and Stockton Brook easily accessible. Further afield the market town of Leek can be reached in a 15-minute drive and offers a lot including a wealth of high street shops and eateries.

The Caldon canal runs close by so is perfect for waterside walks and cycles with maybe a spot of lunch at one of the canal-side pubs on the way. There’s also Rudyard Lake for some water-based activities surrounded by some of the most dramatic scenery to be found in the Staffordshire Moorlands. Thrill-seekers mustn’t miss Britain’s premier theme park Alton Towers which is just a 30-minute drive away, and the location is also just a few miles southwest of the magnificent Peak District National Park. The position is excellent for exploring Staffordshire, Cheshire and Derbyshire and is also just 40 minutes from the fascinating market town of Ashbourne with its abundance of eateries and renowned antique shops.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 6 guests.