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Alton
The Old Post Office: Alton Towers
4.5About this space
2 Bedroom, 2 receptions room
Bathroom
Downstairs WC
BR double, single chair bed
BR2 2 singles
Lounge double sofa bed
Dining room single chair bed
On Street parking spread out around the property within 200m
The space
The Old Post Office is stylishly refurbished with two reception rooms, feature fireplaces and sleeping space for up to eight guests, making it ideal for families and groups of friends. It’s a great base for Alton Towers and Uttoxeter Racecourse visitors.
The charming living room has generous seating including a window seat and a double sofa bed, plus throws and cushions and Netflix TV– an ideal space to relax!
In the dining room is a table for six, a single chair bed and bookcase and there’s a downstairs WC.
One bedroom has a double bed, a single chair bed and an ensuite bathroom with a shower; the second bedroom has two single beds – sleeping space for 8 with the living room double sofa bed room and single chair bed in the dining room. The second bathroom has a freestanding bath and a shower cabinet.
In the stylish well-equipped kitchen you’ll find a fridge-freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, oven, microwave, kettle and toaster plus plenty of storage space.
Uttoxeter Racecourse ‒ 8.5 miles, 17 min
Guest access
Feel free to park anywhere that doesn't block neighbours’ access
Pets are welcome but mustn’t be left unattended
Neighbourhood
Where you’ll be
Alton, England, United Kingdom
Alton, England, United Kingdom
Country Retreat
8 Guests
3 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Midweek £116/nt
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Weekend £205/nt
+ £75 cleaning fee · Select dates for exact price
Minimum stay: 1 night
Check-in after 16:00 · Check-out before 11:00
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No extra guest fees — the price is the same for any party size up to 8 guests. Please include everyone staying; bookings cannot exceed this maximum.
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Pets welcome (max 2)
No smoking
No parties
Free cancellation up to 10 days before arrival.
Please note: a deposit or damage waiver will be required prior to arrival.
FEATURES
BED LAYOUT
Sleeps 8
3 bedrooms
6 beds
Bedroom 1
1× Single Bed
1× Single Bed
Bedroom 2
1× Double Bed
1× Sofa Bed
Living Room
1× Sofa Bed
1× Sofabed
118 verified reviews
All reviews from verified guests
5.0/10
8.0/10
Great location and fan base for exploring.
Positive: Location was amazing. Alton is a gorgeous wee village and a great location for visiting Alton Towers!
Property had everything we needed and the bonus of an enclosed garden which meant our dog could wander in and out without us worrying.
A great sociable kitchen and dining room. And lots of board games to choose from too.
There was a beautiful pub just down the road with a gorgeous beer garden by the river. Lovely walk up to the castle also.
Negative: Could do with a wee refresh and the drainage in both showers is very poor.
Positive: Location was amazing. Alton is a gorgeous wee village and a great location for visiting Alton Towers!
Property had everything we needed and the bonus of an enclosed garden which meant our dog could wander in and out without us worrying.
A great sociable kitchen and dining room. And lots of board games to choose from too.
There was a beautiful pub just down the road with a gorgeous beer garden by the river. Lovely walk up to the castle also.
Negative: Could do with a wee refresh and the drainage in both showers is very poor.
6.0/10
Functional, comfortable, good location
Positive: Its location to Alton Towers is ideal amd is literally just a 5 minute drive away.
Beds were comfortable, bedrooms spacious, everything was functional, everything you need (apart from a decent sized frying pan). It was sufficiently clean.
Negative: Couldn’t get parked outside, no where to put your drink down in the lounge (lack of a table), drainage issues (a 1 minute shower and the shower tray was full with water),
Garden is unloved, literally fin to get a bit of fresh air but you wouldn’t want to spend your evening put there. The whole house needs a bit of an update but everything does work.
Positive: Its location to Alton Towers is ideal amd is literally just a 5 minute drive away.
Beds were comfortable, bedrooms spacious, everything was functional, everything you need (apart from a decent sized frying pan). It was sufficiently clean.
Negative: Couldn’t get parked outside, no where to put your drink down in the lounge (lack of a table), drainage issues (a 1 minute shower and the shower tray was full with water),
Garden is unloved, literally fin to get a bit of fresh air but you wouldn’t want to spend your evening put there. The whole house needs a bit of an update but everything does work.
10.0/10
Great house in perfect location!
Positive: Fantastic, cosy and spacious house in excellent location! Very well equipped!
Beds are very comfortable! Enough towels and toilet rolls! Londis with all food you need just step away from house! Also nice pubs with good food nearby!
Amazing, and very helpful hosts!
I would definitely highly recommend this house to all!
Thank you very much Emma and Sam for your hospitality! You are the best!
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Positive: Fantastic, cosy and spacious house in excellent location! Very well equipped!
Beds are very comfortable! Enough towels and toilet rolls! Londis with all food you need just step away from house! Also nice pubs with good food nearby!
Amazing, and very helpful hosts!
I would definitely highly recommend this house to all!
Thank you very much Emma and Sam for your hospitality! You are the best!
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5.0/5
Lovely place! Close to alton towers too. Had a great couple of nights with some friends, defo recommend
10.0/10
Great place and no issues at all really
Positive: Close to Alton towers , good garden
Negative: Only issue we had was bathroom didn’t drain properly and dripped a tiny bit but soon as we realised we stopped it
Positive: Close to Alton towers , good garden
Negative: Only issue we had was bathroom didn’t drain properly and dripped a tiny bit but soon as we realised we stopped it
1.0/10
Perfect location was verry dirty
Positive: The beds
Negative: Was so dirty couldn’t use the kitchen at all so had to eat out the full time was ants all over kitchen
Positive: The beds
Negative: Was so dirty couldn’t use the kitchen at all so had to eat out the full time was ants all over kitchen
9.0/10
Very nice property in a great location.
Positive: Location was fab. In the village of Alton next to a little shop and 5 min drive from Alton Towers. Loads of room throughout and very comfortable beds.
Negative: The only think that I feel it needs is a new bath. Not that we needed it as we had showers.
Heading to AT next school holidays but noticed the advertised price was x4 what we paid so we on this occasion we will have to find alternative accommodation which is a shame.
Positive: Location was fab. In the village of Alton next to a little shop and 5 min drive from Alton Towers. Loads of room throughout and very comfortable beds.
Negative: The only think that I feel it needs is a new bath. Not that we needed it as we had showers.
Heading to AT next school holidays but noticed the advertised price was x4 what we paid so we on this occasion we will have to find alternative accommodation which is a shame.
5.0/5
We stayed 2 nights for our visit at Alton towers.
The house was comfy and very close to the park.
We were stessed about parking in the street but actually we had no problem at all with it.
We happily tried one of the board game available in the living room.
The house was comfy and very close to the park.
We were stessed about parking in the street but actually we had no problem at all with it.
We happily tried one of the board game available in the living room.
5.0/5
A lovely property in close proximity to Alton Towers. A handy convenience store next door and great pubs/restaurants within 1 minute walk. Property was overall very clean, but bath could perhaps do with a refresh. A great stay.
4.0/5
We stayed when we came up for a 2 day pass at alton towers, the location was perfect for us. Literally 4-5 minutes from the park
7.0/10
Negative: The shower in the bathroom had no hot water
Had to get cold showers
Had to get cold showers
10.0/10
My children loved the stay
Positive: Very close to Alton towers
Negative: Fridge is old
Positive: Very close to Alton towers
Negative: Fridge is old
10.0/10
Cute post office
Positive: Everything was covered, if you forgot something, they'd thought of it or it was in the shop next door. Nice and clean and spare bedding stashed everywhere. Nice warm house to walk into.
Negative: No pens in the cludo game..... lol, we're just joking, it is a lovely house. Kids didn't want to leave
Positive: Everything was covered, if you forgot something, they'd thought of it or it was in the shop next door. Nice and clean and spare bedding stashed everywhere. Nice warm house to walk into.
Negative: No pens in the cludo game..... lol, we're just joking, it is a lovely house. Kids didn't want to leave
10.0/10
Brilliant stay
Positive: Plenty space, great location, near some pubs and close Alton towers
Negative: The garden isn't anything fancy but doesn't bring the place down at all
Positive: Plenty space, great location, near some pubs and close Alton towers
Negative: The garden isn't anything fancy but doesn't bring the place down at all
4.0/5
Very good host who communicated well. The post was slightly misleading with 7 beds as there were not enough beds for people. Overall a good stay
5.0/10
Location great, in need of tlc
Positive: Big property, lots of space. Good location.
Negative: Leak in the unsuite shower room, heating not fully coming on and very cold
In the house on an evening. Tired areas in the house, needs a bit of tlc
Positive: Big property, lots of space. Good location.
Negative: Leak in the unsuite shower room, heating not fully coming on and very cold
In the house on an evening. Tired areas in the house, needs a bit of tlc
5.0/5
I had the best experience staying here. I genuinely couldn’t fault a single thing. The house was lovely, comfortable, and had everything I needed and more. You can really tell Sam and the team care about making guests feel welcome.
Customer service was absolutely amazing. I had one small issue during my stay, and it was dealt with promptly and far better than I expected. I was honestly so happy and surprised with how quickly and thoughtfully it was resolved.
The location was also really convenient, with plenty of on-street parking available and a local shop right next door, which was a big plus.
Overall, a brilliant stay , I would happily stay here again and highly recommend it to others.
Customer service was absolutely amazing. I had one small issue during my stay, and it was dealt with promptly and far better than I expected. I was honestly so happy and surprised with how quickly and thoughtfully it was resolved.
The location was also really convenient, with plenty of on-street parking available and a local shop right next door, which was a big plus.
Overall, a brilliant stay , I would happily stay here again and highly recommend it to others.
6.0/10
Positive: Good space
Negative: There a few things which could be much better. Cutlery was needing to be washed, one of the toilets blocked after e 2 flushes, the garden wasn't cleaned.
The shower was leaking to the downstairs floor right in the kitchen area.
Yeah there are a few things needing to be sorted.
Negative: There a few things which could be much better. Cutlery was needing to be washed, one of the toilets blocked after e 2 flushes, the garden wasn't cleaned.
The shower was leaking to the downstairs floor right in the kitchen area.
Yeah there are a few things needing to be sorted.
7.0/10
Positive: Great value for your money and also location is something you cannot ignore. It's so nice and quiet during the night. The building is located next to the street but there's barely any car during the day and none during the night. Usable space inside for 6 adults, 2 bathrooms and toilet downstairs means no queues to the toilet.
Negative: Nothing in particular really. You can definitely feel that conversation of the post office took place some time ago and if it was me I'd refresh here and there Noisy shower/toilet pump made me jump few times.
Negative: Nothing in particular really. You can definitely feel that conversation of the post office took place some time ago and if it was me I'd refresh here and there Noisy shower/toilet pump made me jump few times.
5.0/5
Fantastic stay. Host was great, made everything straight forward. Home was warm clean and tidy. Selection of games available which was nice.
8.0/10
Christmas break
Positive: Lovely location in a beautiful village, good size accommodation, well presented, close to local shop for any essentials needed, overall we had a great time just minor things could of helped but great communication with staff, lovely local pubs.
Negative: Some slight detail to things cupboard doors in kitchen broken, wine fridge handle broken, we brought logs thinking we could use log burner but wasn't able to use it, shower hose pipe was full of black scum not very pleasant.
Positive: Lovely location in a beautiful village, good size accommodation, well presented, close to local shop for any essentials needed, overall we had a great time just minor things could of helped but great communication with staff, lovely local pubs.
Negative: Some slight detail to things cupboard doors in kitchen broken, wine fridge handle broken, we brought logs thinking we could use log burner but wasn't able to use it, shower hose pipe was full of black scum not very pleasant.
10.0/10
Perfect little getaway spot, ideal for Alton Towers.
Positive: It was just perfect, location, cleanliness, facilities, communication
Negative: Nothing, I could not fault anything.
Positive: It was just perfect, location, cleanliness, facilities, communication
Negative: Nothing, I could not fault anything.
10.0/10
Will definitely be returning. A+++
Positive: Perfect location and great facilities as advertised.
Lovely and warm, clean and great communication from owner.
Negative: All excellent
Positive: Perfect location and great facilities as advertised.
Lovely and warm, clean and great communication from owner.
Negative: All excellent
9.0/10
Cosy cottage
Positive: Lovely little cosy cottage. Comfy beds. Very convenient for Alton Towers.
Negative: It would really help to have a better selection of saucepans as there was only a very small one and a huge one. Other than that we loved this cottage.
Positive: Lovely little cosy cottage. Comfy beds. Very convenient for Alton Towers.
Negative: It would really help to have a better selection of saucepans as there was only a very small one and a huge one. Other than that we loved this cottage.
9.0/10
Positive: Excellent location lovely and clean and comfortable easy to check in and check out brilliant stay 😊
Negative: Location is perfect lovely and comfortable accommodation
Negative: Location is perfect lovely and comfortable accommodation
9.0/10
Positive: Lots of space, good kitchen and outside bit. Being close to pubs and local shop was very handy.
Negative: Parking on the side of the road but it wasn't too bad.
Negative: Parking on the side of the road but it wasn't too bad.
5.0/5
Had an excellent short stay in Alton. Host communicated very well and I am very thankful for all the information provided by them. The house was clean and felt very comfortable to live in despite being with 6 others. Would recommend if you are visiting Alton with a large group of people. Thanks again!
7.0/10
Expensive for what it is
Positive: Closeness to Alton Towers
Negative: It certainly wasn't the cleanest place we've stayed in during our visit to the UK. And whilst there was central heating it wasn't working.
Positive: Closeness to Alton Towers
Negative: It certainly wasn't the cleanest place we've stayed in during our visit to the UK. And whilst there was central heating it wasn't working.
10.0/10
We had a lovely few days away, much nicer than staying in a hotel
Positive: It was nice and cosy, clean and a lovely location
Negative: Nothing
Positive: It was nice and cosy, clean and a lovely location
Negative: Nothing
10.0/10
An amazing place to stay very close to Alton Towers
Positive: Loads and of room and very clean and tidy
Negative: Nothing
Positive: Loads and of room and very clean and tidy
Negative: Nothing
7.0/10
Good base for a short stay,
Positive: It was literally 5 mins drive to Alton Towers where we were planning on going. This house was just a base for that, it had all facilities that we required however no iron but we managed without. Shop next door. Beds were comfortable.
Negative: The plumbing system was very noisy in bathroom and en-suite. Hard to find parking at times out front.
Positive: It was literally 5 mins drive to Alton Towers where we were planning on going. This house was just a base for that, it had all facilities that we required however no iron but we managed without. Shop next door. Beds were comfortable.
Negative: The plumbing system was very noisy in bathroom and en-suite. Hard to find parking at times out front.
10.0/10
Excellent and would highly recommend
Positive: Size and space. Multiple toilets especially with 4 kids. Plenty of games and stuff in the house for entertainment plus massive tv for movie night which was great. Quiet even though road is quite busy due to being on the one of the main roads away from Alton towers. Amenities steps away from house . Pub down the street.
Negative: Parking but we were pre warned and was luckily able to find space. Was only worried as it was the wife new car I was driving lol
Positive: Size and space. Multiple toilets especially with 4 kids. Plenty of games and stuff in the house for entertainment plus massive tv for movie night which was great. Quiet even though road is quite busy due to being on the one of the main roads away from Alton towers. Amenities steps away from house . Pub down the street.
Negative: Parking but we were pre warned and was luckily able to find space. Was only worried as it was the wife new car I was driving lol
8.0/10
Positive: Close to Alton towers. It was a big house, close to a shop that was open until late. Close to restaurants.
Negative: Even though the kitchen had all the utensils and crockery that was required, all were not clean and most of them felt sticky. The rest of the property felt clean. Care should be taken if you have small kids as the door opens to a busy road.
Negative: Even though the kitchen had all the utensils and crockery that was required, all were not clean and most of them felt sticky. The rest of the property felt clean. Care should be taken if you have small kids as the door opens to a busy road.
5.0/5
lovely host, lovely stay, excellent location and impeccably clean. thank you for having us x
4.0/5
Excellent location for Alton Towers and very close to some great pubs for grub
5.0/5
Enjoyed our stay, comfortable beds, lots of space, kitchen well kitted out.
4.0/5
It was very clean, great house. near alton towers so very convenient aswell
What’s nearby
Hand-picked local spots around The Old Post Office: Alton Towers — tap a pin for details.
Explore the area around The Old Post Office: Alton Towers
Rolling hills and thrilling adventures define the landscape surrounding The Old Post Office. Just a stone’s throw from the iconic rides of Alton Towers, this corner of Staffordshire offers both high-octane fun and peaceful village life. Explore charming local pubs – Ramblers Retreat is nearby – or delve into heritage with a ride on the Churnet Valley Railway for a taste of the region's rich past.
Sam’s local picks
If you’ve got some extra time around Alton Towers, I have a few local favourites! Dimmingsdale is absolutely gorgeous for a peaceful walk – only a 5 minute drive away – and JCB World is brilliant fun if you love diggers. For a bit of excitement, Uttoxeter Racecourse isn't too far either, about a 17-minute trip, and always has a great atmosphere.
Dimmingsdale
spectacular scenery, haven for wildlife and ramblers with the award-winning Ramblers Retreat tearoom
JCB World
factory tour and museum celebrating the world famous diggers plus waterfowl lakes
Uttoxeter Racecourse
Uttoxeter station connects travellers to regional rail services, including race day events.
Photo by Ivan Brosnan
Thor's Cave
Stone Age Airb&b, natural cavern with stunning views with Long Row, a Neolithic burial site, nearby
Thor’s Cave boasts stunning views from a dramatic natural cave high above the Manifold Valley.
Photo by kevin mills
Thor’s Cave
Stone Age Airb&b, natural cavern with stunning views with Long Row, a Neolithic burial site, nearby
Where to eat & drink
Guests staying here will find local refreshment options close at hand; Ramblers Retreat, just under a mile away, offers homemade cakes and coffee in around 2 minutes by car. For those seeking gastropub dining, The Wayfarer is approximately a 35-minute drive and specialises in locally sourced food.
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Ramblers Retreat Ramblers Retreat serves delicious homemade cakes alongside quality coffee in a cosy setting. Photo by Dani Jones -
The Wayfarer The Wayfarer is renowned for its locally sourced gastropub fare and riverside location. Photo by The Wayfarer -
The Lazy Trout The Lazy Trout provides hearty pub meals and real ales beside the River Dove. Photo by Paul Gascoyne
Things to do
Guests staying here are perfectly positioned for a range of activities within easy reach. Alton Towers, famed for rides like Nemesis and Wicker Man, is just 0.7 miles away, with Alton Towers Waterpark following close behind at 0.9 miles. For a different experience, Churnet Valley Railway offers scenic steam train journeys from Kingsley and Froghall Station, approximately 4.3 miles distant, while Peak Wildlife Park is around 6.0 miles away for closer encounters with exotic animals.
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Alton Towers Alton Towers thrills with iconic rollercoasters like Nemesis and Wicker Man. Photo by Sergio Gutiérrez -
Alton Towers Waterpark Alton Towers Waterpark offers exhilarating water slides and family-friendly aquatic fun. Photo by michael seng -
Churnet Valley Railway (Kingsley and Froghall Station) Churnet Valley Railway provides scenic steam train rides through the Staffordshire Moorlands. Photo by Churnet Valley Railway - (Kingsley and Froghall,Station) -
Peak Wildlife Park Peak Wildlife Park uniquely allows close encounters with exotic animals from around the world. Photo by Peak Wildlife Park -
National Trust - Ilam Park Ilam Park showcases a beautiful Elizabethan manor house nestled in picturesque Dovedale countryside. Photo by Jane -
National Trust - The Children's Country House at Sudbury Sudbury offers immersive experiences of childhood life in a beautifully preserved country house. Photo by Ainsley S -
Galactica Galactica is a unique flying rollercoaster providing a virtual reality space adventure. Photo by Jarekthroughthelens -
Carsington Water Visitor Centre Carsington Water Visitor Centre provides birdwatching, watersports & cycling around a vast reservoir. Photo by Carsington Water Visitor Centre
Getting there & essentials
Guests staying here have easy access to Uttoxeter train station (~15 minutes) and a Tesco Superstore for supplies, also around 15 minutes by car.
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Tesco Superstore Tesco Superstore offers a convenient range of groceries & essentials for visitors. Photo by Vonkie (Vonkie) -
Well Pharmacy Branch of the Well pharmacy chain on Enterprise Way, Stoke-on-Trent, for prescriptions and everyday medicines. Photo by Well Pharmacy
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Things to do in Alton Towers
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Positive: First of all the pictures are nothing like the house. It was more like a student house than a nice air bnb
Negative: It was basic , the previous peoples cookware was left in the dish washer, shower leaked