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Swallows Barn, set on a working farm in foothills of the Peak District

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Property grounds
Golf
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Swallows Barn, set on a working farm in foothills of the Peak District

Swallows Barn was formerly a shippon for cows which has recently been renovated to a high specification. The cottage is set on a working sheep and beef farm surrounded by farm land, streams and the River Dane. Farm walks, picnics and fishing are a feature of your stay here - as well as enjoying lambs, calves and wildlife in the farm fields. The Cottages are conveniently located being close to the pretty market towns of Macclesfield, Congleton and Leek and the spa town of Buxton. They are also conveniently positioned for visits to a wealth of National Trust properties, the Roman City of Chester with its zoo and race course, and the vibrant cities of Manchester and Liverpool. Beautiful countryside and scenery is all around and for the walker, then Bosley Cloud, Macclesfield Forest, Teggs Nose, the Roaches and Hanging Stone are a must. Sailing, fishing, golfing, horse riding, mountain biking & cycling are all nearby. Jodrell Bank with its Lovell telescope is close by as is Alton Towers theme park. An 18th century brick built building, Swallows Barn has been sympathetically converted to create a light, warm, spacious and comfortable cottage with two en-suite bedrooms - to sleep four persons. Downstairs there is an open plan kitchen / living / dining area with oak beams, underfloor heating and a luxury wood burning stove. A fully fitted kitchen including dishwasher leads to a separate utility room with washer / drier, sink unit and a separate downstairs WC. The living area has a feature fireplace, comfortable seating and a 40" flat screen freeview TV with DVD player. Superfast fibre broadband is free to use. Books, games and information on local attractions are stored within the sideboard. The dining table seats four person albeit it will extend. A generous sized under-stairs cupboard is provided for useful storage space. The oak stairs lead to a small landing to the two en-suite bedrooms. One room has a double bed and the other has twin beds. Seating is provided outdoors and a garden.
The Peak District is within reach with its glorious scenery, villages, historic houses, and gardens. A visit to the Pavilion gardens and the Opera House in Buxton is a must when visiting this area. Chatsworth House - known as the 'Queen of the Peaks' is approximately one hours drive away. This area has something to suit everyone of every age and every interest.

Property manager

Brenda Lomas

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Electric kettle
  • Paper towels
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Video library
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Outdoors only please

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Swallows Barn set Working Farm Foothills Peak District House
Swallows Barn set Working Farm Foothills Peak District Congleton
Swallows Barn set Working Farm Foothills Peak District House
Swallows Barn set Working Farm Foothills Peak District Congleton
Swallows Barn set Working Farm Foothills Peak District

About the neighborhood

Map
Congleton, ENG

What's nearby

  • Gawsworth Hall - 8 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Rudyard Lake - 10 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Biddulph Grange Garden - 10 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Capesthorne Hall - 19 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Jodrell Bank Discovery Centre - 22 min drive - 19.3 km

Getting around

  • Congleton Station - 9 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Church House Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪M&S Café - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Reubens 46 - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Beartown Tap - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ye Olde Kings Arms - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Swallows Barn, set on a working farm in foothills of the Peak District pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Swallows Barn, set on a working farm in foothills of the Peak District?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Swallows Barn, set on a working farm in foothills of the Peak District?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Swallows Barn, set on a working farm in foothills of the Peak District located?

This family-friendly Congleton cottage is located on a river, within 3 mi (5 km) of Congleton Park and Gawsworth Hall. Biddulph Grange Garden and Mad-Renaline Activities are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Swallows Barn, set on a working farm in foothills of the Peak District Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary M., Wareham UK

Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable cottage
Excellent location for visiting Cheshire and Peak District. The cleanliness and standard of the furniture and fittings in the cottage could not be faulted and Brenda was very helpful. Outdoor space not private.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Howard S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday from Oz
Absolutely fantastic property and location, Brenda, the host was very helpful throughout the booking process and during our three week stay, she really couldn’t do enough for us. Swallows Barn is easily accessible from Congleton with a short drive through Buglawton and was a home from home on our stay.
Stayed 18 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Norma B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
Lovely bright clean spacious property with all that is needed for a home away stay. We had modern appliances, books, tvs towels etc. wonderful! Thankyou.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

KAREN R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Wedding
Really lovely accommodation, very comfortable and very clean. The cottage had everything you would need to make you feel welcome, and your stay a home from home; even down to the small things like fresh flowers on the table when we arrived. Brenda, the host, was easy to contact with any questions we had and replied quickly. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Frances B., Stourbridge, West Midlands

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cottage
We stayed at the cottage for a long weekend for a wedding at Heaton House wedding venue. We had a super time and the cottage was so comfortable and lovely. Barbara is such a lovely lady and was so welcoming. We would definitely recommend this cottage and would love to return some time again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great holiday
The cottage was modern inside comfortable and spotlessly clean. Brenda the owner was friendly and helpful. The surrounding countryside is beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Edward D., Bonfield, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely perfect
I can’t say enough good things about the farm. The rental was gorgeous and impeccably done. The farm was scenic and pleasant. We stepped out in the morning with some coffee and watched the sheep grazing in the field. Most of the animals were out in farther pastures and with the rain we didn’t see too many more, but had it dried up we would have walked the area more. The owners were friendly and not at all intrusive. We bumped into our hosts one morning and had a long nice conversation about the property and history as well as some new projects he had going on around the farm. Beautiful property and accommodations. Thanks for a great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

Jane f.

Not as pictured
The picture makes the place look very special. You don’t see the dilapidated barns and broken windows just out of the picture. We also saw no evidence of the advertised “working farm,” other than an unhappy, chained up border collie . This was the first time in a 2week trip,that we were not welcomed by the owner with a sweet treat of homemade cake or cookies. In fact, she wasn’t even there when we finally arrived, having drive. Back and forth on the road for an hour because the veto website didn’t identify the property correctly. Don’t look for swallows barn, you will never find it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019