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Hen Cottage

Thorncliffe, near Leek, Staffordshire
Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Quirky
Romantic
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Pub nearby
Complex
Country houses
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At a glance

  • Breathtaking views across the valley and Tittesworth Reservoir
  • Cosy up in front of the fire after a day exploring the Peak District
  • A cottage run on renewable energy set in a wildlife-friendly garden and grounds
Property code: OC-PK875

Located high up on the south west edge of the Peak District National Park this cottage offers stunning views across the valley to Tittesworth Reservoir, The Roaches and the moors behind.

Although this is a quiet area the cottage is an excellent base for enjoying all of the Peak District. Outside you will hear skylarks curlews and the occasional baa from our rare-breed Soay sheep; inside you will enjoy comfy vintage furniture, and a warm welcome - complete with a few locally made (or laid) treats. The cottages benefit from all home comforts while outside you will hear skylarks and curlews from the garden. Both cottages are accessed from a short private driveway to the property adjacent to the owner's farmhouse.

Walk through the lawned garden to reach the entrance in the gable end of the cottage the hallway is then up two steps. Immediately opposite the entrance is the bedroom with a super king size bed (which can be split into two 3’ single beds on request) with picture views of the surrounding countryside. Up a single step and on the left of the hall is the bathroom with shower toilet and hand basin. A further door leads through into the good sized lounge / dining room with windows on two elevations. Two further steps from the lounge take you to the well equipped kitchen with all the essential equipment you will require for your stay. There is a private sitting out area under the bedroom window where you can soak up the dramatic and far reaching views of the surrounding area.

This property's eco credentials include solar power and a biomass boiler. To keep the property as energy efficient as possible it feature triple glazing and extra insulation in the walls, and furnishing the property with upcycled furniture .This charming cottage coexists with the beautiful nature that surrounds it from the wildlife-friendly gardening and nurtured wildflower meadow.

  • 1 bedroom - 1 super king size zip-and-link which can be turned into two single beds if requested at the time of booking
  • 1 bathroom with shower cubicle and WC
  • Electric oven and induction hob, microwave, fridge freezer, dishwasher and washing machine
  • Wood burner (first basket of logs provided)
  • Wi-Fi - signal not strong enough for downloading or streaming
  • Off road parking
  • Lockable bike shed
  • Self-guided walking available by arrangement with the owner
  • BBQ, Garden furniture
  • External lighting
  • Regret no infants
  • Please note the owners dog Weaver, is an ever present feature. He loves playing with fellow dogs but a bit shy around human guests
  • The property forms part of the same building as the owners other holiday property, these can be booked together
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Kate Gray

This property is personally managed by Kate.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 30 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Chris 30th May 2026

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Immaculate cottage, superb setting very peaceful absolutely lovely

Reviewed by Colin 17th May 2026

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Despite the weather we had a really restful stay. Managed to get out to several local attractions. Luckily the cottage is so comfy it was a delight to come back to each day.

Reviewed by David 12th December 2025

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A delightful cottage, well equipped, clean and very nicely decorated and comfortable. It was comfortably warm and cosy due to standard lamps and nice furniture and the kitchen had everything needed. The view is outstanding and there's a place to sit outside ( in warmer weather ). I would definitely stay here again and would highly recomend this proRead moreperty. Hide

Reviewed by Mike 9th November 2025

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Reviewed by John 7th November 2025

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Reviewed by Jane 31st October 2025

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Hen Cottage was perfect for us and our dog. The location and views were outstanding and the cottage was well appointed, very clean, comfortable, warm and homely with lots of quirky touches. The cottage is peaceful with just the horses and sheep for company and a perfect place to explore the Peak District and surrounding area. Highly recommend a staRead morey at Hen Cottage. The welcome gift of fresh home baked bread, milk and homemade chocolates were a lovely touch too. Thank you Hen Cottage. Hide

Reviewed by Kerry 24th October 2025

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A lovely cottage that had everything we needed and a wonderful view!

Reviewed by Emma 4th October 2025

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We absolutely loved staying in Hen Cottage. The views are incredible, especially from the bedroom, the cottage is well equipped and cosy, really comfy bed and the owners are really friendly and helpful. It is so quiet and peaceful for a relaxing stay and just loved Weaver the dog, the horses, rabbits and squirrels. Bill's bread and the fresh milk oRead moren arrival were so needed after a long drive and a lovely touch, I would definitely stay again. Hide

Reviewed by Terry 26th September 2025

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What a beautiful place to stay, welcomed with a fresh loaf of Bill's bread and a couple of lovely pastries, the cottage was very well equipped and cosy. I very much enjoyed my stay which was a mix of relaxation and some stunning scenery and walks. Very highly recommend

Reviewed by Jacqueline 12th September 2025

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Really lovely holiday home. Very tastefully decorated. Beautifully clean and tidy with milk and home made bread compliments of the owners upon arrival. We will definitely return.

Reviewed by Alison 5th September 2025

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Hen Cottage was a superb hideaway from our busy lives. Perfect little cottage with everything we needed for our stay. It's the personal touches which made it so welcoming and homely. We will be back, possibly renting Cloud Loft at the same time for our grown up daughter and partner. Thank you for a perfectly peaceful break.

Reviewed by Rob 1st August 2025

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Reviewed by Arthur 18th July 2025

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We really enjoy our stay. The cottage gave us everything we needed. Love views great sitting in the garden. We would go again and recommend it to family and friends.

Reviewed by Teresa 12th May 2025

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Reviewed by Stephen 9th May 2025

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Well equipped cosy cottage, with fantastic views, good location with easy access to lot's of attractions, lovely garden if you just want to sit out and enjoy the piece and quiet. Many thanks

Reviewed by Juliette 2nd May 2025

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We had a wonderful stay in Hen Cottage. We stayed with our dog Penny, and spent the week exploring the local trails. Penny especially enjoyed Deep Hayes Country Park. The cottage was lovely, and had everything we needed for an enjoyable stay. We plan to stay again

Reviewed by Julie 27th April 2025

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Stunning cottage with superb views from every window, creative owners made the garden extraordinary with their sculptures and use of upcycling. Couldn't want for anything in the house every possible thing was thought of, thank you to for the homemade bread, icecream, eggs and milk Owner's dog a great pal for ours to play with. Definitely be back toRead more explore more places we couldn't fit in. Hide

Reviewed by David 4th April 2025

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What an experience. The cottage was really well appointed, comfortable to the highest standard. This was outshone by the panoramic views. The owner's dog, Weaver was a joy, well disciplined and friendly, played really well with our border colley who has an anxiety complex. Bill and Elen were amazing host. They certainly have the eye for detail and Read moreensuring the perfect holiday. Hide

Reviewed by Magalie 13th December 2024

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A lovely stay in this charming cottage. It was very quiet and relaxing. We recommend!

Reviewed by Sarah 8th November 2024

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landscaped differently from photos on the website. Brick path ways were slippery and planting overhung borders making access tricky. There is accommodation directly above, which gave us noise issues. The owners dog is very intrusive, appearing at windows barking, going up the steps to the above accommodation, circling our car, peeing up it. Wouldn'Read moret take a nervous dog like ours. Nice welcome cake, bread, milk. Lovely cottage. Shame. Hide

Reviewed by Amanda 1st November 2024

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Lovely cottage, excellent location, property description should really advise this is a shared garden, owners dog is also using the garden, just so that you are aware before booking.

Reviewed by Claire 21st October 2024

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The cottage is surrounded by the most beautiful countryside with views from every window. Unfortunately their dog was a real nuisance. He is obviously very friendly but is an absolute pain if your dog is nervous. Everyday without fail he did multiple wees up our car wheels and was often on the doorstep when we were trying to open the front door in Read moreorder to walk our dogs. Think the owners need to display more responsibility. Visitors dogs could be nervous, recovering from surgery, Hide

Reviewed by Tony 11th October 2024

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Lovely cottage, nice decor and thoughtfully equipped. Great location for visiting the Peak District.

Reviewed by Gillian 27th September 2024

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Beautiful cosy cottage Perfect for us

Reviewed by Jacky 20th September 2024

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The location is beautiful, so peaceful, quiet and stunning scenery. It is within good distance from Leek town and tourist attractions. Lovely warm cottage, very comfortable bed and little extras like the tasty homemade bread and Staffordshire cake very welcome. Our dog enjoyed making friends with owners dog.

Reviewed by K 13th September 2024

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A fantastic cottage in a stunning location. We had a wonderful week and wouldn't hesitate to return. Hen Cottage was clean, comfortable and well equipped and the views were spectacular.

Reviewed by Mick 14th August 2024

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View's were amazing. Everything else about the cottage was great.

Reviewed by Lucas 2nd August 2024

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Reviewed by Wendy 19th July 2024

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Absolutely stunning view from every window in the cottage, home from home in the cottage, everything u would need, beautiful gardens, homemade bread from a local baker icecream homemade by the owners and raw milk, very welcoming. Our woofters Bailey and Bobby loved it,and enjoyed Weaver the owners dog company also xx

Reviewed by Ann 12th July 2024

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Lovely cosy place with beautiful views, the cottage was well equipped with everything we needed, nice touch with fresh bread and milk left for us, the owners made us feel very welcome.

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Peak Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.