Alton Towers & Staffordshire Villages
Seventh Heaven: Swimming Pond, BBQ Hut, Games Room
About this space
With a private lake for wild swimming, kayaking and paddleboarding, glorious views from every window plus al fresco dining in a candelit BBQ hut this is the ultimate feel-good stay!
Seventh Heaven is spacious, elegant and furnished to a high standard with room for 4 guests. It’s one of 7 Foxtwood cottages sleeping between 2 and 5, so you can accommodate larger groups by booking extra cottages.
The space
Seventh Heaven is open plan with a fabulous beamed dining area, generous seating and Freeview TV – you can enjoy cosy evenings with a log fire and underfloor heating, Wifi, board games and books. There’s a well-equipped kitchen with oven, hob, microwave, kettle, coffee-maker, toaster, dishwasher and fridge/freezer plus a washing machine and dryer. Chemical-free fresh spring water is sourced from Foxtwood’s own spring!
One bedroom has a king-size double bed and the second has two single beds. Both are bright, with TVs & DVD players and lovely views. There are two well-appointed bathrooms – the main bathroom has a bath and a large separate shower.
Just outside is a table and chairs ready for drinks and al fresco dining!
If you are holidaying with a larger group you may like to book Bottom Cottage along with Seventh Heaven and have the whole end of the building to yourselves. There’s an interconnecting staircase and plenty of space for readers, game players and chilling out!
Seventh Heaven lives up to its name with uplifting 360 degree views – swans, ducks and gorgeous greenery – and the candlelit barbecue hut also has great views plus a dining area and firepit.
Foxtwood offers a host of activities – boats, kayaks, swimming, paddleboarding, covered table tennis and table football, a magnetic dartboard, small scooters, a trampoline, swing and slides, swingball … plus candlelit barbecues. 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!
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.
You can accommodate larger groups by booking two or more cottages. No stag or hen parties, please.
Churnet Steam Railway is 0.8 miles, 2 min
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
Trentham Monkey Forest – walk with monkeys, 140 Barbary macaques living wild!
14.5 miles, 33 min
Other things to note
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!
Neighbourhood
Staffordshire, England, United Kingdom
Country Retreat
4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
+ £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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FEATURES
BED LAYOUT
Bedroom 1
1x Double Bed
Bedroom 2
1x Single Bed
1x Single Bed
Explore the area around Seventh Heaven: Swimming Pond, BBQ Hut, Games Room
Just a short drive from Seventh Heaven lies the thrill of Alton Towers, perfect for a family day out! But there’s much more to discover beyond the theme park – explore charming Staffordshire villages and the scenic beauty of the Churnet Valley Railway with Kingsley & Froghall Station only 0.4 miles away. Enjoy local dining or practical amenities nearby too.
Sam’s local picks
Right nearby we’ve got some lovely bits for you to enjoy – perfect for making the most of your stay! For a bigger day out, Alton Towers Resort is only 13 minutes away with its theme park, waterpark and beautiful gardens, or head to Dimmingsdale for scenic walks (about a 19-minute drive). If you’re feeling adventurous, JCB World is fun too – around 21 minutes from here.
Where to eat & drink
Guests staying here will find dining options within easy reach; Ramblers Retreat is a ten-minute drive away offering homemade cakes and coffee, while The Lazy Trout, renowned for its pub food, is approximately 25 minutes from the property alongside the River Hamps.
Things to do
Guests staying here are perfectly positioned for exploring Staffordshire and the Peak District. Churnet Valley Railway is just 0.4 miles away offering heritage steam train rides, while a drive of 2.9 miles brings you to Peak Wildlife Park for close encounters with exotic animals. For family entertainment, Alton Towers is approximately 4.3 miles from the property, with its waterpark a further 0.3 miles beyond.
Getting there & essentials
Guests staying here will find Longton train station approximately 20 minutes away by car and a Tesco Superstore also around a 20-minute drive for provisions.
