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Smithy Bank Cottage - with free parking!

About this space
This stylish cottage in a scenic setting has space for up to 9 guests with 2 double bedrooms, a bunk bedroom and a double sofa bed in the living room.

With a welcoming fully-equipped kitchen and dining area, a cosy living room with a woodburner and feel-good outdoor space Smithy Bank Cottage is ideal for family holidays and longer contractor stays.

It’s 3 minutes from Alton Towers and 22 min from the Peak District National Park with Wifi, TV and private parking for up to 3 cars!

The space
This spacious cottage in the lovely village of Alton is near a variety of popular pubs, attractions, restaurants and country walks. With three comfortable bedrooms plus a double sofa bed there’s space for up to 9 guests, making it ideal for families, groups of friends and contractors. As well as free private parking for 3 cars there’s free on-street parking.

The relaxing living room has a cosy fireplace, free Wifi, Netflix TV, board games and seating which converts into a double sofa bed – a great space to relax after a day’s adventures.

There’s a spacious dining area next to the kitchen, which is equipped with a dishwasher, fridge, freezer, microwave, oven and hob, kettle and toaster.

Two bedrooms have double beds, the third has bunk beds and there’s clothes storage and a stylish full bathroom with a spa vibe.

Outside you’ll find a patio and a relaxing seating area with a sunshade.

Guest access
Free private parking for up to 3 cars and free street parking

Outdoor patio

Pets are welcome

Long term stays are allowed

Neighbourhood
Where you’ll be
Alton, England, United Kingdom

Country Retreat

8 Guests

3 Bedrooms

1 Bathroom

Exclusive lowest price — only when you book direct

Midweek £154/nt · Weekend £257/nt

Cleaning included · Select dates for exact price

Minimum stay: 1 night

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

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Pets welcome (max 2) No smoking No parties
Please note: a deposit or damage waiver will be required prior to arrival.

FEATURES

Wifi
TV
On site parking
Street parking
Patio/Balcony
Shower
Bath
Woodburning Stove
Oven
Dishwasher
Microwave

Explore the area around Smithy Bank Cottage - with free parking!

Alton and the surrounding Staffordshire countryside provide a fantastic base for exploring thrilling adventures and peaceful escapes. Just minutes from Smithy Bank Cottage, world-class excitement awaits at Alton Towers Resort, while a short drive takes you to the historic Churnet Valley Railway. Enjoy local dining options or venture further afield – Uttoxeter offers convenient amenities nearby.

Sam’s local picks

Just wanted to share a few of my favourite local spots! Dimmingsdale is absolutely gorgeous for a walk – only 1.2 miles away and perfect for stretching your legs, while JCB World (3.1 miles) is brilliant if you’re into engineering or have little ones with you. For something a bit different, Peak Wildlife Park is about 6.9 miles out and has loads of animals; plus all three have free parking which is always a bonus!

Dimmingsdale spectacular scenery, haven for wildlife and ramblers with scenic cycle paths and the award-winning Ramblers Retreat tearoom, five mts 1.2 miles · ~5 min
JCB World factory tour and museum celebrating the world famous diggers plus waterfowl lakes, 8 mts 3.1 miles · ~10 min
Peak Wildlife Park
Peak Wildlife Park walkthroughs for close encounters, alpacas, meerkats, giant rabbits! 13 mts Peak Wildlife Park lets you get close to exotic animals, including big cats and primates. 6.9 miles · ~20 min · 4.6★ · (5,590 reviews) Photo by Peak Wildlife Park
Uttoxeter Racecourse, 17 mts
Uttoxeter Racecourse, 17 mts Uttoxeter Station connects you to rail services across the Midlands. 8.4 miles · ~25 min · 4.3★ · (24 reviews) Photo by Ivan Brosnan
Trentham Gardens award-winning gardens, shopping village, fairies! 33 mts, 14.9 miles. Trentham Monkey Forest, where you can walk among the monkeys, is a 5-min drive.
Thor's Cave
Thor's Cave Stone Age Airb&b, natural cavern with stunning views, 28 mts, 13.8 miles. Nearby is the Neolithic burial site Long Row Thor's Cave features a dramatic natural cave with panoramic views from its hilltop location. ~25 min · 4.7★ · (2,690 reviews) Photo by kevin mills
Peak District National Park, 22 mts, 10.3 miles Show more ~1 hr 10 min · 4.8★ · (34,070 reviews)
Thor’s Cave Stone Age Airb&b, natural cavern with stunning views, 28 mts, 13.8 miles. Nearby is the Neolithic burial site Long Row

Where to eat & drink

Guests staying here will find convenient options for food and drink close by; Ramblers Retreat, approximately 0.9 miles away, is perfect for coffee and homemade cakes. For a more substantial meal, The Wayfarer, around a 35-minute drive from the property, serves refined British cuisine.

Things to do

Guests staying here are perfectly positioned for a range of activities, with Alton Towers just 0.7 miles away offering exhilarating rides. For water-based fun, Alton Towers Waterpark is a short drive of approximately 5 minutes at 0.9 miles. A slightly further journey of around 10 minutes (4.3 miles) brings you to Churnet Valley Railway for scenic steam train experiences.

Getting there & essentials

Guests staying here benefit from free on-site parking, and can reach Uttoxeter train station in around 15 minutes by car; a Tesco Superstore is also approximately 15 minutes’ drive away.