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Wysteria: Swimming Lake, BBQ hut, Games Room

Welcome to Wysteria Cottage – serene luxury in a stunning Staffordshire setting with underfloor heating and a log fire

With impressive views from every window, a private lake for wild swimming, kayaking and boating plus al fresco dining in a candlelit BBQ hut it’s the ultimate feel-good stay!

There’s space for up to 4 guests with two bedrooms, one with a sumptuous king-size bed and the other twin

Wysteria is one of 7 lovely cottages so you can accommodate larger groups by booking more!

This bright and airy cottage is one of 7 luxurious cottages sleeping between 2 and 5, all pet-friendly. They’re located between Caldon Canal and the private wildlife-rich lake where guests love to swim – boats and kayaks provided!

With two bedrooms Wysteria comfortably sleeps up to four guests.

Downstairs, the combined sitting-dining room has views of the serene canal and is ideal for cosy evenings with comfortable sofas, books, TV, WIFI, underfloor heating and the charm of a log fire. It opens into a lush garden with a table and chairs ready for drinks and al fresco dining and gorgeous greenery with woodland beyond.

The well-equipped kitchen, facing the lake, has an oven, hob, microwave, kettle, coffee-maker, toaster, dishwasher and fridge/freezer and there’s a washing machine and dryer on site. Chemical-free spring water is sourced from Foxtwood’s own spring!

Wysteria’s main bedroom boasts a sumptuous king-size bed for a great night’s sleep after a day’s exploring and the second bedroom has cosy built-in twin beds. There’s a chic, fully-tiled shower room and an additional WC in the hallway for your convenience.

Chill out with uplifting views – swans, ducks, picnics and a candlelit barbecue with adining area and firepit!
Foxtwood offers plenty activities – boats, kayaks, swimming, paddleboarding, a games room with table tennis and table football, a magnetic dartboard, small scooters and bikes … plus a barbecue zone with a view. There’s a piano in the communal games area, which is shared with other guests.

Foxtwood is proud to hold the Staffordshire Environmental Quality Mark

The SEQM award is an official award that is given by Staffordshire County Council and Destination Staffordshire - a local government authority and the main Staffordshire tourist organisation. The award is official recognition of what we are doing for the environment and people, both globally and in Staffordshire. As an SEQM award holder, this property is considered a trusted custodian of Staffordshire.

The EQM award scheme has also been validated by VisitEngland!

Animals
There are friendly dogs on site and you are also welcome to bring two furry friends
We do have some doggy rules: dogs on leads in communal areas. No dogs to be left alone in cottages. Poops to be cleared up please and thank you!

Free parking on the premises

Electric vehicle charger
The EV charger is currently working.
Payment is via an app "Voltshare"
Price is 60p /kwh

Pet friendly

The BBQ pit can be booked from 5pm to 10pm for £30. The fee includes a bucket of charcoal and a trug of logs sufficient for a group of up to 6. Extra charcoal and logs can be purchased at £10 each. If the pit isn’t booked you are welcome to picnic and relax there without charge.

Foxtwood is a great base for exploring the Victorian and industrial heritage of the Potteries

Festival Retail Park ‒ 11.4 miles, 27 min

Port Vale FC ‒ 12.3 miles, 30 min

Country Retreat

4 Guests

2 Bedrooms

2 Bathrooms

Midweek £158/nt · Weekend £258/nt

+ £65 cleaning fee · Select dates for exact price

Minimum stay: 1 night

Check-in after 16:00 · Check-out before 10:00

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GUESTS

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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.

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Pets welcome (max 2) No smoking No parties

Free cancellation up to 10 days before arrival.

FEATURES

Wifi

On site parking

Garden

Patio/Balcony

Outdoor table and chairs

Shower

Woodburning Stove

Coffee Machine

Oven

Washing Machine

Dishwasher

Microwave

Iron

Hairdryer

Tumble dryer

Firepit

BBQ

EV Charger

BED LAYOUT

Sleeps 4 2 bedrooms 2 beds

Bedroom 2

1× Single Bed

83 verified reviews

(78 reviews)

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All reviews from verified guests

5.0/5

What a lovely stay at a beautiful place. Truly a little gem! We used the lake to swim & kayak, just idyllic. Will definitely be back!

5.0/5

Had a wonderful time and will certainly be returning

5.0/5

We had a lovely stay, really peaceful and secluded, the lake and BBQ area were fantastic and so relaxing, will definitely be back!

5.0/5

I stayed with my small family over a weekend, it was an amazing place with unreal veiws to wake up to. would definitely recommend, my kids loved the lake, kayaks and all the animals most of all moose

5.0/5

A very beautiful setting, very calm and peaceful. The cottage was well equipped and the games and laundry rooms very handy. The owners live on-site and were friendly and available, not at all intrusive or overbearing. It was a great find: we had a lovely stay and I'm sure we will be back.

5.0/5

This place is incredible - so beautiful and peaceful. I never normally go back to the same place twice but I'd make an exception in this case!

4.0/5

The neighbors were interfering and bothering me a lot.

10.0/10

Positive: Wonderful views and landscapes
Cottages are very confortable and well equipped
Lots of outdoor area for kids to play safely
The BBQ area was amazing for our birthday celebrations.
Negative: Nothing

5.0/5

This Airbnb was a really lovely stay and i am very grateful to Sam for being so kind and understanding. The property was comfortable, warm and exactly what I needed whilst travelling.

It was great that the dogs were able to stay with us, which made the visit feel much easier and more relaxed.

Communication was friendly and helpful throughout,

I would happily stay again.

5.0/5

We had a lovely overnight stay. Beautiful surroundings and Hetty’s tea room next door was an added bonus.

5.0/5

beautiful stay, our family enjoying swimming in the lake and kayaking after two long days at Alton towers. it was lovely to hear birdsong and watch the swans on the lake.

5.0/5

This is truly lovely location with super hosts. Although we don’t use it as we only stayed 2 nights the outside kitchen is gorgeous. Lovely to have a tea room so close and we did a canal walk to the pub which was full of interesting things to see, we loved seeing the barges and wildlife.

4.0/5

decent little place stuggled to actually find it though

5.0/5

Superb stay, location and host. Kids loved it. Will definitely be back.

5.0/5

We have a wonderful trip, and these 3days are relax and enjoy

4.0/5

Well equipped cottage with comfy beds, warm shower and great location. Gorgeous grounds and nice extras for children such as a slide, trampoline, balance bikes and scooters. Easy check in and the owner on site was very friendly with a cute dog that our children loved. The only niggle was that the two sofas in the lounge were very hard, cold and uncomfortable… after a long day out and about, it was hard to relax in the lounge! Other than that we enjoyed the stay and we would return

5.0/5

we had a really relaxing stay in this peaceful farm stay. we were based on cottage 5 of six. it was clean and very warm with a cozy feel. well appointed but compact interior. this wasn't a problem for us as we had good weather and we were outdoors all the time. where the facilities were fabulous. kids enjoyed kayaking on the pond with the swans, games room and trampoline. lovely pub up the road, lots of walls amongst the forest alive with birdsong. we'll be back!

5.0/5

we had a great stay the place was lovely and clean, had beautiful surroundings and was a great place to go for a rest.

5.0/5

Really lovely place. Very well equipped for the price and size of property. Especially the green spaces around.

10.0/10

Positive: Perfect location for Alton Towers!
Really pretty place with the canal, the swans and wildlife. Hetty’s tea shop was great, and literally a 1 minute walk from our door.
Plenty for the kids to do with the park, trampoline, table tennis.
Definitely recommend

5.0/5

The lake view and bbq was amazing.

5.0/5

BBQ hut was incredible highly recommend checking it out during your stay

5.0/5

We had a fantastic stay. Our children loved the play area and activities. Everything was exactly as described and communication was great. We hope to visit again!

5.0/5

Stunningly beautiful location with easy access to local walks. Cosy evenings by the log fire pit in a rustic out building overlooking the peaceful water. Cottage was cute, clean and cosy. Thankyou for a wonderful stay!

5.0/5

Fantastic communication from Travel Fox and easy check in.

The property was idyllic, perfect for a New Years Family getaway. You are surrounded by a beautiful lake with views from every room. The cottage was so cosy and warm.

9.0/10

Great base for Alton Towers, and nice walks.
Positive: Good base for Alton Towers. Lovely setting, nice walks along the canal.
Negative: Very compact.

2.0/5

The space is lovely and in a beautiful area. Unfortunately though it was difficult to communicate with the host. I had raised some queries prior to my stay and they were ignored on the Airbnb chat with generic auto replies sent, so I called the company and spoke to them. The company informed me in writing that my dogs could be left unattended for brief periods to allow me to use the facilities such as the kayaking lake. However, when we arrived and I sensed the hosts were quite tense and unwelcoming (e.g. unclear parking instructions and lack of responsiveness, then cold responses), I asked the hosts about this directly. They informed me the dogs could not be left even if we were directly outside using the lake, which of course meant it was impossible to use the kayaks or games room and so we left. We also felt uncomfortable because when we arrived another guest told us the police had been called and they had to leave, and the general vibe was hostile.

5.0/5

Fantastic venue hosts left nothing to the unknown. All information provided bedire arrival.

5.0/5

Very comfortable property, and a great shower! Will most likely visit again in the summer as sure it would be a great place to take the dog when the weather is good. Great comma from the owner throughout, thanks for the hospitality!

5.0/5

Brilliant time at Foxtwood cottages, cosy and comfortable accommodation, lovely location, friendly hosts, will be going back again and again.

5.0/5

The stay was lovely, beautiful location with water and woodlands right outside your doorstep, possible to go for long walks. It was a stay right next to nature. It was also so clean and everything was so easy. Definitely would come back!
Thank you

4.0/5

Had a lovely stay, ideal location with a cafe and pub around the corner from the cottage. Would recommend and hope to stay again!

5.0/5

We stayed at the property as this was close to where we were working, this property is a lovely setting, very clean and tidy and makes you feel at home. There is everything you will need for your stay whether it is for work, a family stay or for couples. It is very peaceful and the views are stunning, the owners are very helpful and nice to meet, overall I would definitely return even if its just for a weekend away from city life.

Thanks.

5.0/5

The most blissful get away, wish we had booked for longer. The grounds were amazing, our host could not have been more accommodating to give us advice on walks, best local Sunday lunch venues and setting up the outdoor fire pit area for us. Truly magical - thank you.

5.0/5

Lovely location! Brilliant for a day at Alton Towers and to explore the Peak District! Loved the outdoor barn for a BBQ!

4.0/5

Good location for walks around Staffordshire Moorlands and Peak District. we visited Peak Wildlife Park and had some amazing food at The Star at Cotton.
we also visited Hetty's tearoom and the woods for a walk afterwards.
the surroundings are beautiful.

5.0/5

Amazing people and amazing area + things to do. You could easily spend 2-3 whole days here without leaving

5.0/5

So grateful to get such a fabulous place at such short notice! Comfortable and welcoming.

5.0/5

Fantastic place to stay while visiting Alton Towers, very peaceful and a nice contrast to the theme park. Lovely setting and nice to have outdoor space for the kids to escape to. EV charger was also a bonus.

5.0/5

fabulous place to stay with beautiful surroundings, and a really responsive host :)

5.0/5

We loved our stay at Wysteria cottage! The most glorious location with incredible scenery. We were sad our stay was so short!! I would highly recommend

5.0/5

Beautiful place, magnificent scenery right outside the house, which was the main reason we chose to stay here and the views didn’t disappoint! The house was really nice and well maintained too! Hosts were really good, responsive, and check in and check out were really simple and hassle free!

5.0/5

A wonerful location, very peaceful.
The steam railway is just a few minutes walk away. It's next to the canal, and plenty more walks. Hetty's tea shop is just across the road.
The facilities on site are great, we spent time just reading by the lake with just the ducks, swans and dragonflies for company.

5.0/5

This place was a lovely stay – we felt right at home straight away! We’d definitely recommend it to friends and plan on coming back. The only downside was that we were told we couldn’t bring our paddle boards to use on the lake, but during our stay we saw other guests using their own paddle boards. Aside from that, everything else was fantastic.

5.0/5

Thanks so much. We had a beautiful stay with the family staying in another of the cottages. It’s an absolutely idyllic location. We’ll be back!

5.0/5

Really enjoyed our stay here. We were only here for one night, wish we could have stayed longer. In fact, we’re already planning to come back another season! Wonderful grounds, very peaceful and relaxing. Would highly recommend for couples and/or family groups.

5.0/5

A beautiful peaceful oasis, felt like we were deep in the countryside, but in reality only just off the A52.

If you want a place to relax, enjoy nature with some picturesque canal walks, this is for you.

Wisteria, had everything as listed, cosy accommodation, for 4 people.

5.0/5

Our stay at Foxtwood Cottages was excellent. Relaxing and friendly from the moment we arrived.

The owners are really lovely and went out of their way to help us.

The surroundings are beautiful and there is so much to do there we didn’t use the car during our stay.

5.0/5

we stayed for 3 nights and the accommodation was beautiful, the owners were very friendly and helpful.
the grounds were lovely to explore, and the kids especially loved the games room and play facilities on offer. we would definitely stay here again.

5.0/5

We wanted to have a short holiday at short distance from Derby and found this place near Stoke. The location is beautiful and remote as I wanted. The place is surrounded by natural habitat. The communication was excellent and i was always informed of any queries. There are beautiful walks and outdoors have games to enjoy. The canal path is superb. The basic amenities are all provided - towels, cutlery etc. Has EV charger as well. Excellent place in summary

What’s nearby

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Explore the area around Wysteria: Swimming Lake, BBQ hut, Games Room

Just a short drive from Wysteria puts everyday essentials within easy reach – Tesco Superstore is around twenty minutes away for groceries. For days out, adventure awaits with Alton Towers just ten minutes down the road and the charming Kingsley Station of the Churnet Valley Railway less than two! Explore scenic villages and family attractions all on your doorstep.

Sam’s local picks

For a relaxing time right on your doorstep, we’ve got a lovely Swimming Lake, a cosy BBQ hut for evening meals, and a Games Room to keep everyone entertained! If you fancy venturing out, the Churnet Steam Railway is just 0.8 miles away – perfect for a nostalgic trip, while Dimmingsdale and JCB World are both within easy driving distance at around 20 minutes too.

Churnet Steam Railway is 0.8 miles 2 min Alton Towers Resort, Waterpark and gardens ‒ England’s largest theme park with 40 rides and attractions including Oblivion, Smiler, Nemesis, Forbidden Valley, Dark Forest, the new Curse of Alton Manor and CBeebies Land 6.7 miles · ~20 min

Dimmingsdale spectacular scenery, haven for wildlife and ramblers with award- winning Ramblers Retreat tearoom 7.9 miles · ~20 min

JCB World factory tour and museum celebrating the world famous diggers plus waterfowl lakes 9.9 miles · ~30 min · 4.6★ · (15,753 reviews)

Uttoxeter Racecourse 16.4 miles · ~45 min · 4.3★ · (24 reviews) Photo by Ivan Brosnan

Peak District National Park 10.3 miles · ~30 min · 4.8★ · (34,070 reviews)

Thor’s Cave Stone Age Airbnb, natural cavern with stunning views, 10.6 miles, 24 min. The Neolithic burial site Long Row is nearby

Waterworld tropical indoor aqua park with Stormchaser, Cyclone, Hurricane, Nucleus, Family Multi Slide and toddler rides Waterworld delivers an indoor tropical water park experience with numerous flumes and rides. 11.6 miles · ~30 min · 3.9★ · (8,244 reviews) Photo by Waterworld

Potteries Museum and Art Gallery the Staffordshire Hoard, largest ever find of Anglo-Saxon treasure plus the world’s finest Staffordshire pottery collection 11.2 miles · ~30 min · 4.4★ · (2,405 reviews)

The Trent & Mersey Canal, walks, cycling and award winning Middleport Pottery attraction 12.6 miles · ~35 min

Emma Bridgewater factory and shop 10.6 miles · ~30 min · 4.4★ · (499 reviews)

The World of Wedgewood best of British design, factory tour and shop, throw your own pot! 13.7 miles · ~40 min · 4.6★ · (15,753 reviews)

Stoke City FC 13.0 miles · ~35 min

Trentham Monkey Forest walk with monkeys, 140 Barbary macaques living wild! Trentham Monkey Forest allows unique close encounters with 140 Barbary macaques roaming freely. 14.5 miles · ~40 min · 4.6★ · (9,829 reviews) Photo by Trentham Monkey Forest

Stafford Castle turrets and keep, re-enactments, herb garden and woodland walk 20.9 miles · ~60 min · 4.4★ · (1,505 reviews)

Where to eat & drink

Guests staying here will find dining options within easy reach; Ramblers Retreat is a ten-minute drive away offering hearty breakfasts, while The Lazy Trout, approximately 25 minutes from the property, serves pub food with live music alongside the River Hamps. For those seeking gastropub fare and local beers, The Wayfarer is located around a 35-minute drive.

The Lazy Trout The Lazy Trout serves delicious pub food alongside the picturesque River Hamps, often featuring live music. Pub · 4.7★ · (2,813 reviews) · 8.1 miles · ~25 min Photo by Paul Gascoyne
Ramblers Retreat Ramblers Retreat provides walkers with hearty breakfasts and coffee in a cosy cafe environment. Café · 4.7★ · (1,563 reviews) · 3.8 miles · ~10 min Photo by Dani Jones
The Wayfarer The Wayfarer is renowned for its locally sourced gastropub menu and extensive beer selection. Gastropub · 4.6★ · (3,871 reviews) · 12.3 miles · ~35 min Photo by The Wayfarer

Things to do

Guests staying here have easy access to a diverse range of activities within a short distance. Churnet Valley Railway is just 0.8 miles away for a scenic steam train experience, while Peak Wildlife Park offers unique animal encounters at 2.5 miles. For family fun, Alton Towers is approximately 4.4 miles from the property, providing thrilling rides and an adjacent Waterpark only 4.7 miles distant.

Churnet Valley Railway (Kingsley and Froghall Station) Churnet Valley Railway offers scenic steam train rides through the Staffordshire countryside along a heritage line. 4.7★ · (2,595 reviews) · 0.8 miles · ~2 min Photo by Churnet Valley Railway - (Kingsley and Froghall,Station)
Peak Wildlife Park Peak Wildlife Park uniquely lets you walk amongst wallabies, penguins and other animals in natural enclosures. Wildlife park · 4.6★ · (5,590 reviews) · 2.5 miles · ~5 min Photo by Peak Wildlife Park
Alton Towers Alton Towers thrills with iconic rollercoasters like Nemesis and The Smiler for adrenaline seekers. Entertainment · 4.4★ · (56,966 reviews) · 4.4 miles · ~10 min Photo by Sergio Gutiérrez
Thor's Cave Thor's Cave boasts stunning views from within a dramatic natural cave high above the Manifold Valley. Attraction · 4.7★ · (2,690 reviews) · 5.9 miles · ~15 min Photo by kevin mills
Alton Towers Waterpark Alton Towers Waterpark provides a fun-filled day of water slides, pools, and family attractions. Attraction · 4.3★ · (4,378 reviews) · 4.7 miles · ~15 min Photo by michael seng
National Trust - Ilam Park Ilam Park features beautiful riverside walks alongside historic manor house ruins and grazing cattle. Park · 4.7★ · (4,361 reviews) · 6.6 miles · ~20 min Photo by Jane
Lud's Church Lud's Church is a deep, atmospheric chasm inspiring authors like Tolkien with its gothic beauty. Attraction · 4.8★ · (2,156 reviews) · 11.1 miles · ~30 min Photo by WaiTak Chao
National Trust - Biddulph Grange Garden Biddulph Grange Garden showcases Victorian garden ‘rooms’ including exotic plants and grottoes. Botanical garden · 4.7★ · (5,703 reviews) · 10.9 miles · ~30 min Photo by Jimothy Z
Carsington Water Visitor Centre Carsington Water Visitor Centre provides watersports, birdwatching and scenic trails around a large reservoir. Attraction · 4.6★ · (7,863 reviews) · 13.3 miles · ~35 min Photo by Carsington Water Visitor Centre

Getting there & essentials

Guests staying here will find a Tesco Superstore 20 minutes away by car, alongside on-site facilities including a Swimming Lake, BBQ hut and Games Room.

Tesco Superstore Tesco Superstore offers convenient grocery shopping and essentials near the Alton Towers area. Supermarket · 4.2★ · (457 reviews) · 6.8 miles · ~20 min Photo by Dean Bromley
Well Pharmacy Branch of the Well pharmacy chain on Enterprise Way, Stoke-on-Trent, for prescriptions and everyday medicines. Pharmacy · 2.5★ · (31 reviews) · 7.0 miles · ~20 min Photo by Well Pharmacy