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

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A traditional brick house with a wooden door, multiple windows, and potted flowers in front.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in oven, and a dining table with chairs.
A brick house with multiple windows, a stone pathway, and lush greenery.
An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, a large umbrella, and potted plants.
A living room with a brick fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a lamp.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Barbecue grill
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Dryer
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Congleton, ENG
  • Place, Congleton Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Gawsworth Hall
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Biddulph Grange Garden
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Liverpool (LPL-John Lennon)
    ‪80 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Congleton

Located in Congleton, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Peak District National Park and Astbury Mere County Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Victoria Mill Arts Centre and Congleton Leisure Centre. Travelling with kids? Consider Biddulph Grange Garden, or check out an event or a game at Moss Rose. Power boating and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Congleton, ENG

What's nearby

  • Congleton Park - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Gawsworth Hall - 10 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Astbury Mere County Park - 11 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Biddulph Grange Garden - 12 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Rudyard Lake - 14 min drive - 12.1 km

Getting around

  • Congleton Station - 9 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Church House Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Beartown Tap - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Miam Miam - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Queens Head Hotel - ‬7 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.

How much does it cost to stay at Swallows Barn, set on a working farm in foothills of the Peak District?

As of 14 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Swallows Barn, set on a working farm in foothills of the Peak District on 16 May 2027 start from £364, 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 Swallows Barn, set on a working farm in foothills of the Peak District?

On-site parking is available at the 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?

Checkout 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. Victoria Mill Arts Centre and Congleton Leisure Centre are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

A lovely stay in a very comfortable cottage. We were only there for a short break and would have liked to stay longer.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely and clean, every appliance you could want, and friendly host.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a lovely house and location. Will definitely be going back. :))
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Really well presented and cared for.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful quality cottage. Every need was catered. Host welcoming and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brenda is an amazing host, super friendly. The cottage is a really beautiful old building with all mod cons. The place was spotless, the cleanest place we have stayed for our whole trip.Thanks for hosting us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thoughtfully set up for every need, with all mod cons provided. Comfortable beds, beautiful views.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well what can I say about Swallows Barn. Firstly it was probably one of the cleanest places I have stayed. The beds were very comfortable. You get everything you need for a stress free stay. Brenda replied very quickly to my messages. I chose Swallow barn as it was only 12 min drive from relatives who we were visiting but even without that reason I would definitely stay there again. So if you are thinking of booking I would 100% recommend that you do.Thank you for a lovely stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was immaculate! It was well equipped, cosy and perfect for what we needed! Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jun 2023
Thank you so much for your lovely review - it is much appreciated. It was a pleasure to have you and your family and I'm so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay here . I hope we might see you again in the future. best wishes, Brenda
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jun 2022
Many thanks for your lovely review. I'm so pleased that you enjoyed our cottage and your wedding nearby. Thank you for staying with us. - it would be lovely to welcome you back in the future. kind regards Brenda
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Oct 2022
Many thanks for your lovely review of our cottage - it is much appreciated. We're very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay - which is our consistent aim with all our guests. Best wishes
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Oct 2022
Thank you so much for your lovely review. I was so pleased to hear that you enjoyed the wedding which you attended and also found our cottage to be comfortable and to a high standard - which is our consistent aim. Thank you again and every good wish, Brenda
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful, well-equipped cottage with plenty of parking. It is on the A54 although our satnav chose to direct us along Church Road, a very narrow country lane which is best avoided. Head for the A54 instead. We were pleasantly surprised (although I may not have read the description properly) to find, in addition to the two ensuite bathrooms, there was also a downstairs toilet. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and can definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Many thanks for your lovely review of your stay at our Swallows Barn cottage. Your comments are much appreciated and it was a pleasure to meet you. We hope the rest of your holiday in England went well. Very best wishes Brenda & Tom
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2021
Thank you for your lovely review. We are fortunate to live in a lovely area with interesting places to visit in any direction. I'm pleased that you recognised the significant efforts which I take to ensure that my cottages are consistently spotlessly clean. best wishes Brenda
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

A hidden gem with 5* Hosts

If you are looking for a home from home cottage holiday set in the beautiful Cheshire countryside, we highly recommend Colley Farm Cottages. We were lucky enough to stay in both cottages (the Farmhouse cottage and Swallows barn) each one with its own unique charm, both well equipped, sparkling clean, with everything you need for a long stay (and a good nights sleep in the comfiest beds!) There are plenty of attractions near by, we enjoyed a walk up Bossly Cloud and a picnic in the walled garden at ‘Hare Hill.’ Brenda and Tom are fantastic hosts and they were a big part of what made our holiday 5* From check-in to check-out they were always just a text or a knock next door away and will go that extra mile for anyone. We would 100% book again and checking out the guest book of glowing reviews lots of guests return each year.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thank you so much for such a glowing review. You were such lovely guests and we still miss you! We're so pleased that you enjoyed your stay and wish you all the best. kind regards Brenda & Tom
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2025
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