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If a taste of rural English life is what you crave, this brick barn retreat smack-dab in the rolling countryside more than fits the bill. While we adore the calm and cosy interior, the tranquil location is what really shines here. Though host Gaynor lives on-site, it's utterly peaceful. The view took our breath away, and every inch of this home has been designed with it in mind – whether you're lounging on the cosy sofa with the French doors wide open or washing up in the kitchen, you can admire the idyllic Staffordshire scenery. Begin your morning with a cup of tea on the terrace – Gaynor leaves milk and biscuits for you to snack on – then don your walking shoes and head out for a ramble on one of the many walking paths in the area. After a day in the fresh air, reward yourself with a pint and hearty meal from the pub down the road, or if you're in the mood to cook, rustle up dinner in the modern kitchen. For a change of pace, Lichfield's charming array of shops, cafes and restaurants is just twenty minutes away, while adrenaline junkies will love Alton Towers, only a thirty-five-minute drive. No matter what you get up to, we recommend finishing off the evening with a glass of wine out in the garden, soaking up the last of the day's sunshine.


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What to expect


Highlights

Head out for a country stroll on one of the local walking routes

Head out for a country stroll on one of the local walking routes

Stay in a red brick barn in the heart of the Staffordshire countryside

Stay in a red brick barn in the heart of the Staffordshire countryside

Spend summer evenings out in the garden, admiring the rolling views

Spend summer evenings out in the garden, admiring the rolling views

Throw open the French doors and make the most of the countryside scenery

Throw open the French doors and make the most of the countryside scenery

Take your morning tea or coffee on the terrace

Take your morning tea or coffee on the terrace

Snuggle up with a glass of wine on the cosy sofa after a long day

Snuggle up with a glass of wine on the cosy sofa after a long day

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Home truths

    This home is a self-contained annexe – though it’s completely private, the hosts do live on-site and can be as hands-on (or off) as you need

    This is in a stunning rural location, so you’ll definitely need a car here to get around – there’s plenty of parking in the driveway

    This home is ideal for couples seeking a restful retreat in a delightful village

    Due to the home's location, the WiFi signal can be poor

About this stay


Amenities

Laptop friendly workspace

Wi-fi

Parking available

Washing machine

Garden

Balcony / patio

Bedrooms & bathrooms

1 bedroom, 1 bed

1 bathroom

Extras


VIP services

Cab booking

Daily cleaning

Restaurant reservations

Additional fees

  • This home can accommodate a third guest aged over 12 on a single fold-up metal bed in the dining room, with prior approval from your host – you’ll need to pay a £25 fee per night for this

Additional fees subject to a 3.5% handling charge.

Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.

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Local guide


About Staffordshire

Unlike Burton-Upon-Trent’s famous spread, Marmite, Staffordshire isn’t quite so divisive. Visitors flock to the West Midlands county from far and wide, falling head over heels for its glorious green spaces, dramatic slice of the Peak District and those lip-smacking oat cakes. In the north, it’s all scenic hikes over rolling hills, past gritstone outcrops, through wild valleys and purple heather moors. The pretty market town of Leek, also known as...

Get around

Airport

East Midlands

49 min

Birmingham

1 hr 0 min

Nottingham City

1 hr 0 min

Train station

Burton-on-Trent

22 min

Bus stop

The Crown PH

10 min

Local shops & services

Convenience store

11 min

Cafe

20 min

Pharmacy

14 min

Booking policies


House Rules

Not suitable for infants under age 1

Not suitable for children under age 12

No smoking

No pets

No parties or events

Good to know

Arrival from 15:00

Departure before 10:00

Wifi speed: 5Mbps

No air con

Cancellation policy

  • Up until

    5

    days

    Cancel at least 5 days before your check-in date for a full refund.

  • Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 5 days away.

Host


This home is managed by Gaynor

This home is managed directly by its owner who will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Though Gaynor’s relatively new to hosting, she’s a natural. Friendly, hospitable and super accommodating, she’s passionate about the countryside and loves sharing her peaceful retreat with couples and solo travellers in need of a relaxing, rural getaway. She and her husband, Paul, live on-site, and they know a lot about the local area, so feel free to ask for recommendations for restaurants, walking paths and things to do in Staffordshire.

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