Cheadle
The Dairy - with pool table, play barn & more!
4.8About this space
The space
The heart of the home is the open-plan living and dining area — perfect for relaxing and spending quality time together. Sink into the comfortable seating after a day exploring, watch your favourite shows on the TV, or gather around the dining table for an evening meal.
The two bedrooms are designed with comfort in mind, offering a peaceful retreat at the end of the day. The first bedroom features a double bed and plentiful clothing storage, and the second bedroom contains a two single beds. The cottage has a bright bathroom with shower.
After a day of exploring, you can unwind on the patio outside the cottages. Please note that the benches are not left out over the winter, and therefore are not pictured.
For a little friendly competition, the indoor entertainment area within the adjacent play barn adds a unique touch —providing fun for all ages, whatever the weather. Challenge your group to a game of pool, table tennis, air hockey, and more! This space is shared with the other two cottages, and contains a play area for small children, as well as books and board games. Between the play barn and the many local attractions Staffordshire has to offer, these cottages are ideal for keeping the whole family entertained!
Guest access
The play barn is shared between the three cottages on site.
If you are traveling in a larger group, you may wish to book multiple cottages (the Hereford, The Cornstore, and The Dairy are all available for bookings).
Please note that Birchenfields is no longer a working farm.
Neighbourhood
Dilhorne, England, United Kingdom
4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Cleaning included · Select dates for exact price
Minimum stay: 2 nights
Check-in after 16:00 · Check-out before 10:00
No extra guest fees — the price is the same for any party size up to 4 guests. Please include everyone staying; bookings cannot exceed this maximum.
Accommodation £0.00
Discount £0.00
Cleaning fee £0.00
Total £0.00
Free cancellation up to 10 days before arrival.
FEATURES
BED LAYOUT
Living Area
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5.0/5
5.0/5
We enjoyed the playroom in the evenings
5.0/5
5.0/5
The kitchen was fully equipped with everything you would need and although they state the water isn’t on the mains so might struggle it didn’t. The shower and toilets worked better than my own. The water ran hot instantly.
But honestly this place is amazing and please take my advice and visit.
3.0/5
The only thing is that we couldn't charge our car there, the shower wasn't good at all and we still have a block on our card for the £150 deposit 5 days after we left when this should have been returned by now.
4.0/5
The cottage itself is small but very clean with everything you need from an AirBnB. They even have a shared playroom with a pool table, table tennis and air hockey as well as some board games, little toys for younger children etc.
The only thing that could have made this better would be use of a highchair, its the only piece of equipment we personally cant fit in our travel packing and for our little one (12m) it was difficult to have her sat on our lap at the table when having dinner etc.
But what a lovely place to stay, its so peaceful and there is a 24hr farm shop a 2 minute walk away which sells homemade milkshakes and ice creams, coffee and some cake bits with a small play area to use also.
Would absolutely recommend this place.
5.0/5
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5.0/5
Great selection of board games, and the air-hockey and table football were a hit with our family!
Well-equipped kitchen.
4.0/5
What’s nearby
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Explore the area around The Dairy - with pool table, play barn & more!
Steam trains and family fun await just a short distance from The Dairy! Churnet Valley Railway’s Kingsley and Froghall Station is only 2.8 miles away, offering a scenic journey back in time. For thrill-seekers, Alton Towers Resort lies around fifteen minutes down the road – perfect for a day of exhilarating rides and entertainment.
Sam’s local picks
If you fancy a day out from The Dairy, I’d highly recommend Churnet Valley Railway for a lovely steam train ride – it's just an 8-minute drive! For something outdoorsy, Dimmingsdale is beautiful for walks and exploring, or Peak Wildlife Park is brilliant if you love animals, about an 18-minute trip.
Where to eat & drink
Guests staying here will find excellent food options within a short drive; The Wayfarer, approximately 25 minutes away, is well regarded for its gastropub menu and real ales. Alternatively, Brindley Farm - Dining & Carvery offers hearty carvery meals in around 20 minutes from the property.
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The Wayfarer The Wayfarer is praised for its excellent gastropub food and wide selection of real ales. Photo by The Wayfarer -
The Lazy Trout The Lazy Trout serves delicious pub fare alongside the scenic Caldon Canal. Photo by Paul Gascoyne -
Aston Marina Aston Marina combines a picturesque canal-side setting with a popular restaurant offering British cuisine. Photo by Aston Marina -
Brindley Farm - Dining & Carvery Brindley Farm - Dining & Carvery provides hearty carvery meals in a family-friendly pub atmosphere. Photo by Brindley Farm - Dining & Carvery
Things to do
Guests staying here are well-placed for a range of activities in Staffordshire and beyond. Churnet Valley Railway is 2.8 miles away, offering heritage steam train rides, while Peak Wildlife Park is approximately 5.9 miles distant for close encounters with exotic animals. For family days out, Alton Towers is around 5.6 miles from the property, providing thrilling rollercoasters and waterpark fun.
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Alton Towers Alton Towers thrills visitors with its world-famous collection of adrenaline-pumping rollercoasters. Photo by Sergio Gutiérrez -
Alton Towers Waterpark Alton Towers Waterpark boasts exciting water slides and attractions for family fun. Photo by michael seng -
Longton Park Longton Park features beautiful gardens, a lake and miniature railway for relaxing days out. Photo by Jessica Sinclair -
Trentham Estate Trentham Estate combines stunning Italianate gardens with a historic hall and shopping village. Photo by Mark F -
National Trust - Ilam Park National Trust - Ilam Park showcases riverside meadows, woodland walks, and a charming medieval manor house. Photo by Jane
Experiences
Guests staying here can reach Waterworld, an indoor tropical-themed waterpark with thrilling flumes and rides, within a roughly 20 minute drive of 7.7 miles.
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Waterworld Waterworld delivers an indoor tropical-themed waterpark experience with thrilling flumes and rides. Photo by Waterworld -
Fenton Manor Sports Complex Fenton Manor Sports Complex offers diverse sporting facilities including football pitches and gym access. Photo by YUE KA KWUN -
Manor House, Alsager Manor House, Alsager provides luxurious spa treatments and relaxation in elegant surroundings. Photo by The Spa at the Manor House, Alsager
Getting there & essentials
Guests staying here are 15 minutes by car from Longton railway station and can reach a Tesco Superstore in approximately 10 minutes for supplies.
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Longton Longton Station serves as a local transport hub on the Stoke-on-Trent to Crewe railway line. Photo by Phoenix Property -
Tesco Superstore Tesco Superstore offers convenient grocery shopping and a range of essential products. Photo by Dean Bromley -
Well Pharmacy Well Pharmacy provides prescription services and over-the-counter medications for health needs. Photo by Well Pharmacy
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Things to do in Alton Towers
Local attractions, walks, family days out and insider tips for your stay.
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Kitchen has everything needed for quick dinners we were preparing after long days. Bed comfortable and kids slept well.
The ice cream / milkshake vending machine was amazing, kids loved wandering down and choosing puddings.
Would return if we come back to the area.