THE GARDEN HOUSE, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Alton
The Garden House in Alton, Staffordshire, sleeps eight people in four bedrooms.
A beautiful house near Alton Towers with stunning scenery, outdoor adventure, historic charm and family attractions all on your doorstep.The Garden House consists of an open-plan living space with a kitchen, dining area, and sitting area, plus a sitting room with spacious sofa, also with a piano and woodburning stove, a conservatory with a sofa, and a utility. The bedrooms consist of 1 x king-size with TV and an en-suite walk-in shower, basin, and WC, 1 x king-size with TV, and 2 x twin with TV, serviced by a bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, and WC, and a cloakroom with basin and WC. Gas central heating and underfloor heating. Oven, tumble drier, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, fridge, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, kettle, and toaster. Smart TV, games, and WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels are inc in rent. There is also a travel cot available Private driveway parking for 3 cars. Garden with patio, lawn, gazebo and furniture. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shops 0.4 mile, pubs 0.5 miles, river 0.7 miles. Make The Garden House your Alton base for garden days and countryside views. Note: Lockable bike storage is available.450 GBP Good Housekeeping Bond. Note: No changeovers on Sundays
Amenities: Gas central heating and conservatory underfloor heating. Oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, fridge, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, kettle, toaster. Smart TV, games, piano, WiFi. Fuel and power inc. In rent. Bed linen and towels inc. In rent. Private driveway with off-road parking for 3 cars. Garden with patio, lawn, and furniture. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shops 0.4 mile, pubs 0.5 miles, river 0.7 miles. Note: Bike storage available. Note: No changeovers on Sundays
Region: Easily accessible to other regions, such as Cheshire and Derbyshire, Staffordshire combines the best of surrounding natural beauty and ancient market towns. Enjoy its county town Stafford and Perfect for family holiday's with the thriving amusement park o
Town: The attractive rural village of Alton lies on the western fringes of the Peak District in lovely moorland countryside, between the market towns of Leek and Ashbourne. The village offers a post office, a village shop, and pubs serving food. The surrounding countryside is excellent for walking and cycling, with miles of woodland trails and moorland hikes to enjoy. Dovedale and the limestone Churnet Valley are on the doorstep, and the Manifold Trail is close by. There is easy access to many of the area's attractions, including Chatsworth House, Haddon Hall, Lyme Park (NT) as seen in TV’s Pride & Prejudice, and the NT Ilam Estate. A great touring base for all the Peak District, Alton Towers, and its many rides and attractions are just a short 5 minute drive away!
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About the area
Alton
Stoke-on-Trent is home to this holiday home. Croxden Abbey and The Old Manor are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Alton Towers and South Moorlands Leisure Centre. Churnet Valley Railway and Peak Wildlife Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
Dimmingsdale Valley & Furnace Forest Walks - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
Croxden Abbey - 7 min drive - 3.6 km
Peak District National Park - 29 min drive - 23.4 km
Getting around
Uttoxeter Station - 16 min drive
East Midlands Airport (EMA) - 51 min drive
Restaurants
Corner Coffee & Bar - 5 min drive
New Broom Checkley - 12 min drive
The Ship - 10 min drive
Hungry Horse - Master Potter - 7 min drive
Bird In Hand - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is THE GARDEN HOUSE, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Alton pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at THE GARDEN HOUSE, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Alton?
As of 12 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at THE GARDEN HOUSE, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Alton on 18 Jul 2026 start from £856, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at THE GARDEN HOUSE, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Alton?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at THE GARDEN HOUSE, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Alton?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at THE GARDEN HOUSE, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Alton?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is THE GARDEN HOUSE, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Alton located?
Situated in Stoke-on-Trent, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Skyride and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Alton Towers. Dimmingsdale Valley & Furnace Forest Walks and Croxden Abbey are also within 2 miles (3 km).