Self-Catering at Goldcrest | Holiday Cottages in Leek | Vacation Rentals by Selfcater.com

Holiday home
This beautiful barn conversion is set over three floors to take advantage of the outstanding views. The property has been thoughtfully renovated whilst retaining its character and has all the benefits of modern living. Three of the five sumptuous bedrooms have en-suite facilities and there is a further luxurious bathroom on the second floor. The kitchen is beautifully fitted with a stone floor, and the dining room has French windows to take in the breathtaking views. The sitting area is spacious and has an open fire and exposed beams, giving this room a relaxing ambience. A lawned garden outside with a barbecue and furniture completes this exceptional property, making it a fabulous base for a family holiday.

Accomodation Details
Over three floors. Five bedrooms: 1 x double with TV and en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x king-size double with single sofa bed, TV and en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC, 1 x twin with TV, en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x second floor twin, 1 x second floor family room with 1 double and 1 single. Second floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. Ground floor basin and WC. Kitchen. Utility. Dining room with French windows. Spacious sitting room with open fire.

Area
The village of Meerbrook is on the edge of a popular walking area known as the Roaches, and is just four miles from the market town of Leek. Meerbrook is a short walk away from Tittesworth reservoir, which offers many activities and has a visitor's centre. Buxton is only 12 miles away and has a wider choice of places to eat and an interesting selection of shops. The town's museum is well worth a visit as is the Opera House, with its wide variety of entertainment on offer. For thrill seekers, Alton Towers is a short drive away and has year round activities available for all ages. This area has a lot to recommend it to the visitor and makes a great holiday base.

Region
The ultimate in "year-round" appeal, the Peak District offers countryside, picturesque villages and magnificent scenery. It touches upon six counties and encloses 555 square miles of open moorland, flowing rivers, and wooded dales.

Amenities
Gas central heating with underfloor heating on ground floor and open fire. Electric range cooker and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, TV with FreeSat, DVD, radio/CD, iPod dock, WiFi, selection of books, games, and DVDs. Fuel, power and starter pack for fire inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Cot and highchair available. Private lawned garden and patio with furniture and BBQ. Ample off road parking. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop 4 miles, pub 5 mins walk. Note: Due to rural location, WiFi can be intermittent. Property does not accept Saturday arrivals

Mrs Wojtarowicz

August 2020

Lovely cottage in great location.. Clean , big, with everything what we needed to feel comfortable. Very nice big garden and car park. Beautiful views. Thank You !

Mr Silver, July 2020

July 2020

Wonderful walks and loved The Roaches and other beautiful countryside.. Felt very safe everwhere we went.

Mrs Wojtarowicz, August 2020

Amazing and fantastic most hospitable host

Mrs Adlington, July 2020

February 2020

Excellent stay, beautiful house and surroundings, stocked up with amenities and some nice touches.. Host was lovely and popped over to say hi. Under floor heating was perfect, nice and clean, comfy beds, spacious lounge and dining room for a large group. Perfect location for walking to the local reservoir or a drive in to Leek. A lovely pub only a 5 minute walk away serving great food.

Miss Dobney, February 2020

December 2019

The photos do not do justice to how large and lovely the house is.. We had a fantastic family Christmas with ample space for everyone. The owner could not have been more helpful and the house was decorated for Christmas and full of special treats too. Great location with walks from the front door. The village was lovely and the local church was welcoming as well. We will be back!

Mrs Sparkes, December 2019

November 2019

From the moment that I contacted Suzanne, she was incredibly welcoming and really attended to our needs, The barn was beautiful and we were welcomed with a bottle of wine and a box of chocolates which was a nice touch.. We were a group of 10 old university mates, the Lazy Trout Pub down the road was superb along with Tittersworth Water Sports we did axe throwing and archery. Along with some beautiful scenery I couldn’t recommend the Barns enough.

Mrs Bjornson

April 2019

This property is in a truly stunning location with fantastic views of The Roaches.. The accommodation was spotlessly clean and had everything we needed and more. We were a group of 10 adults and 2 children and we had plenty of room to all sit in the living room and dining room together and not feel cramped. The host was very friendly and helpful. We will definitely be returning soon x

Mrs Sherratt

March 2019

Fabulous location, views lovely all around, and reservoir with bird life an extra bonus.. Great peaceful walks near. The house was ideal for our Retreat space, spacious, comfortable, warm and the kitchen well equipped with everything we needed, with garden space outside for sunny days and French Windows so we could bring the sunshine in.

Mrs Larkin

December 2018

Goldcrest Barn was a perfect place to get together with Family to bring in the New Year.. It was spacious, comfortable, well equipped, very warm and cosy. Log fire was an added bonus. Great walks on the doorstep too.

Mrs Jenkin

November 2018

The cottage was well-equipped and very warm.. Comfortable beds and bathrooms - plenty of hot water. We had an open fire on some nights which was a bonus. The nearby Pub 'The Lazy Trout' was excellent, food and ambience great. We had Sunday lunch and one evening meal there and breakfast on our last morning; about 5 minutes walk from the cottage. Lots to do in the area, good walking even in the rain we also visited Chatsworth House, Buxton and Bakewell.

Mr Ould

July 2018

Fantastic quiet location with lots of walks from the barn.. We really liked the outdoor space - great views and privacy. Accommodation is well laid out and house is very well equipped. The owner was very friendly and welcoming.

Mrs Stephens

May 2018

The accommodation was fine although some of the furniture was slightly dated and in need of a clean.. The bedrooms were lovely but could have done with for storage space. That would apply to the kitchen as well. Unfortunately there was an issue with the sewerage pipes outside. On two occasions they had a blockage causing it to leak out of the manhole cover. Talking to the guy who came to fix the problem, he mentioned that this has happened before. With four young children with us, this was obviously a big concern. The location of the accommodation was excellent and overall we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We would certainly consider coming back.

Mr Pearson

April 2018

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Mr Forester

March 2018

The owners of the property were very friendly and made us feel very welcome.. Nothing was too much trouble for them. The property was ideal for my needs and we had a wonderful time. The only improvement I would suggest is to improve the road surface into the properties as this is very uneven and full of potholes.

Ms Radcliffe

October 2017

A comfortable barn in a beautiful, tranquil location - well suited to large family groups, with generous space for dining and lounging.. Our party of adults and children enjoyed visiting local places of interest including the Roaches, the Tittesworth Reservoir and Buxton. The local pub, the Lazy Trout, has friendly service and good food and is a short walk away. For those who find it hard to disconnect, the wifi and mobile reception were not great, but this didn't bother us. Recommended.

Mrs Ruddle

August 2017

Spacious accomadation for 6 adults, 4 children and baby.. Particularly helpful were the provision of stair gates as well as high chair and cot advertised. Lovely setting and well equipped.

Mr Alazmi

July 2017

Great place and nice atmosphere..

Mr Rowley

Great location.. Spacious enough to cope with 8 adults and 4 young children without falling over each other (and toys). Plenty of space outside for children to use up energy. Friendly helpful owner who responded promptly to a couple of requests.

Mr Anstock

May 2017

A superb cottage with plenty of room for everyone.. The owners are very friendly and helpful.

Aprillis

November 2016

We stayed at Goldcrest for a family get together and we were very impressed when we arrived. The photos do not do this place justice. The house itself was a perfect size for our party of 9 though more people could have fitted in without a squash. It was spotlessly clean and the underfloor heating kept us lovely and warm. It has been maintained and decorated to a high standard with little extras to make it feel more homely. It is one of three converted barns situated in a courtyard. The other thing I wanted to mention was how helpful Susan (I'm sorry if I've got your name wrong),the lady who owns it was. Offering to help us to arrange things while we were there. The barn itself is in a great location for visiting Leek and it is possible to walk or drive to a beautiful reservoir that is nearby. There is also a pub only a 5 minute walk away which we were told does excellent food. It had a lovely atmosphere. Overall I can't recommend this place enough. Thanks for a memorable stay!

Ms Tymms

June 2016

The location of Goldcrest was excellent, and there was enough to do in the surrounding area for our party. .

Mrs Hodge

December 2015

Our 'landlady' could not have been more helpful. She advised on any questions before and during our stay promptly. The house was lovely and warm and most comfortable for our large party. We all felt quite at home!

Mr Bagnall

May 2015

We had a wonderful break in a lovely property situated in stunning surroundings. What's not to like? Also, the owner of this property is kind, courteous and thoughtful. Thanks for a great holiday.

Mrs Nienaltowski

Everything about the cottage was perfect - excellent set up and very well equipped. Thank you for a lovely family holiday.

Mrs Reading

April 2015

The location was excellent and the views of the Roaches were beautiful. There was walking from the door and plenty of opportunities for cycling, there were also several National Trust properties in the area, so overall something for everyone. The standard of the barn was also excellent and the owner was very kind and helpful. The area is spectacular but seems to be relatively unknown with beautiful lakes, hills and valleys. The stunning weather - every day a clear blue sky, just completed the whole experience perfectly.

Miss Skelhorne

March 2015

Fantastic cottage. We stayed here for a family get together and there was plenty of room for the 9 adults and 2 children. In a fantastic area and the cottage was the best we had stayed in. Can't wait to return.

Mrs Hill

We had a lovely stay, the location was great and the cottage was lovely and a really good size for the 7 of us.

Miss Juniper

November 2014

We had a great holiday. The fire and underfloor heating were amazing on those cold November nights. We went for a walk up to The Roaches and enjoyed the views as the sun set.

Mrs Gibbs

August 2014

Excellent location. Excellent facilities in barn for all our family. Friendly and helpful owner.

carole g

Superb location for walking, visiting Alton Towers, Buxton, Ashbourne, Potteries and Chatsworth (about 1 hr drive). Wonderful local scenery from Goldcrest and from the Roaches. Good pub within 5 min walk and walks round Tittersworth reservoir as well as children's playground and visitors cafe all in walking distance. Cycling too at the Manifold Valley track was enjoyed by the children and adults as it was safe and flat. Owner very friendly, welcoming and helpful. Some minor improvements perhaps - blackout blinds and curtains in bedrooms and more mirrors. A wonderful time was had by all the family despite the wide age range.

Mrs Plater

July 2014

Lovely stone barn in a beautiful setting, away from it all. Was easy to walk from Goldcrest to The Roaches. Great property, superb location, peace and quiet. What more could you want?

Miss Clarke

May 2014

We had a great time at Alderlee farm. It was safe for the 6 two year olds we took with us and the garden was perfect for them. It was only a short drive to Leek town centre, Rudyard Lake Blackbrook bird zoo, all of which we visited. A short walk took you to the reservoir childrens play area. The location of the barn was perfect for us. The owner was most friendly helpful and even left us flowers, wine and chocolates for our arrival. We all loved it here.

Mrs Bradford

April 2014

A wonderful place that was just perfect for our needs. Nice standard of accommodation, very comfortable and in a beautiful setting. Hopeful we will return!

Mr Svikis

March 2014

We stayed here with our friends and family before and after our wedding! It was an amazing place! The owner was really friendly and couldn't do enough for us. The standard of the accommodation was amazing, very peaceful location surrounded by spectacular views. We can't recommend the place enough and will definitely be returning!

l-taylo

February 2014

Lovely rural retreat, beautiful views, nice accommodation but lacking a few basic essentials. Great for groups or families , great base for walking the peaks etc.

Mr Rawson

January 2014

I had to contact the owner prior to our break so we were made to feel very welcome before we had even arrived. The location and standard of accommodation were excellent. Within walking distance of Tittesworth Water and the start of some great walks. There are also a couple of good pubs and an award winning tearoom within easy reach of the barn. We were a group of eight friends, the barn is well equipped to accommodate families and children. We look forward to returning at some point in the future.

Mrs Geddes

December 2013

Great location, and the cottage was spacious and comfortable. Owner friendly and helpful.

Mrs Allum

Great property. We were a group of 10 who stayed for a long weekend. The bedrooms were all very well decorated with en-suites and comfy beds. The kitchen was very well stocked with a gorgeous range oven and the living room was very comfortable. The underfloor heating was a godsend. We all loved the cottage and would come again. Local pub is a two minute walk away and the food was excellent.

Guest

October 2013

Lovely Cottage suited our big family (2 adults 9 children). Each cottage has its own Garden plus adjacent meadow for the kids to run around in. Great position for access to attractions and also so isolated. Great value for money. If you are lucky you will meet the chickens!!!

Mr Bugg

August 2013

Location was excellent for travelling into the Peak District and also to the potteries of Stoke. Perfect accommodation for a large family.

Mr Fernand

June 2013

Very friendly and welcoming owners. House in beautiful location, and in overall excellent condition. We got the impression that the owners were really proud of their accommodation and really wanted us to enjoy our stay

Mrs Phillips

April 2013

The village was idyllic and relaxing and the cottage was really comfortable.

Miss Taylor

February 2013

We all loved Goldcrest. It was in a great quiet location, but not too far from the local pubs, lovely countryside walks, Buxton and Bakewell. We really enjoyed our stay so much and the accommodation really helped to make our weekend away really special for my sister.

January 2013

Perfect location for exploring the surrounding area, within sight of The Roaches; Reservoir, Adventure Playground and good food served at the Lazy Trout Pub, all within walking distance. The cottage was ideal for our family of 12 ranging from 18mths to over 60! A warm welcome was given by the owners, nothing was too much trouble, everything we needed was availble. A thoroughly enjoyable weekend, celebrating a 40th Birthday, even the weather was on our side!

Mrs Burke

December 2012

The location was perfect, cottage ideal for our family of 12 ranging from 18 months to over 60! Warm welcome, nothing was too much trouble. Everything we needed was there, we had a thoroughly enjoyable weekend which included celebrating a 40th birthday.

October 2012

Goldcrest was, without doubt, the best holiday cottage we've ever stayed in - and we've stayed in many! Our hostess was delightful and welcoming, the cottage spotless in every respect, well equipped and maintained to a very high standard. Beautiful location, close to a marvellous pub, The Lazy Trout, which served fabulous food and a beautiful reservoir with great amenities. Nothing at all to dislike - unless you count the weather, which was pretty grim!

Mrs Reynolds

August 2012

A beautiful setting and a very friendly and helpful owner - good cleanliness to the property.

Mrs Morley

It was perfect for us all and we had a lovely time together. The children loved the garden. The owners are lovely and make you very welcome.

Mr King-wilson

July 2012

We particularly liked the welcome, very friendly and instructive. The whole house was well furnished and extremely comfortable. Everyone enjoyed the break and we would recommend it to friends and family.

Mrs Barrass

The cottage was of excellent quality and we appreciated the hospitality of the owners and also the friendliness of the hosts at The Lazy Trout Pub - not to mention the excellent food! This was the perfect weekend retreat.

Mr Wakeling

June 2012

After a day in the beautiful countryside of the Peak District it was great to return to Goldcrest knowing that it was comfortable, warm, spacious and equipped with all mod cons.

Mrs Herdman

May 2012

An ideal location for a group holiday. The walks from the house were good and after you walk the Roaches you can see where you have been from the kitchen window!

Miss Prisk

December 2011

The welcome we received was amazing and the facilities were perfect for the holiday that we wanted. Will definitely be recommending the holiday cottage to friends and family.

Mrs Gough

November 2011

It was a great opportunity to spend a weekend with our family who all thoroughly enjoyed their stay.

Mr Brown

October 2011

The location of the cottage was ideal with plenty to do locally as well as further afield. The facilities were good for our large family group of all ages and the owner was friendly and helpful. In all an excellent facility, finished to a high standard and well maintained. We had a great time!

Miss Naylor

September 2011

The standard of accommodation was excellent and the location was brilliant. The surrounding countryside was lovely and peaceful. We had a lovely time.

Mrs Daly

April 2011

Beautiful barn conversion in a beautiful setting. The owners were really friendly and extremely helpful. The whole family had great fun on the paddle boats at Tittesworth Resevoir - haven't laughed so much in ages - and the Moorcroft Pottery Factory Tour, just outside nearby Stoke-on-Trent, is not to be missed - absolutely fascinating.

Mrs Hodgson

February 2011

Beautiful location and the cottage was fabulous!

Mrs Thomas

Excellent views around the property. Lovely walks around the reservoir and super park for the kids. Owners very helpful and friendly. Plenty of space for parking cars.

Miss Hewitson

The barn was fully equipped for all our needs and was of a very high standard. The location was perfect, great walks from the door and a lovely little pub in the village. The owner was very welcoming and extremely helpful. I wouldn't hesitate in coming to stay again.

January 2011

We received a lovely friendly welcome on arrival from the owners. The cottage was well appointed and very clean, with lots of amenities and in a beautiful location. Plentiful parking space. We were able to walk to several local attractions including the village pub for some meals and Titesworh Water for walks etc. The views were magnificent. The facilities wre brilliant so we could cook our own meals and in this cold weather the house was so warm. .

Mrs Donlan

November 2010

The accommodation was immaculately maintained and in a stunning location - all we could have asked for with a great welcome thrown in.

Goldcrest Cottage was ideal for us - 6 adults, 2 children at school and a toddler. Plenty of space in the cottage as well as plenty of space in the garden area. Local pubs were good for food and beer and we made the trip up to the Roaches on 3 separate occasions - including a 10 mile walk from the cottage. The shops in Leek were easily found and we made good use of the Co-op. All of us - from Essex, Suffolk and Northumbria had good journeys to and from - so a great family holiday was had by all.

Mrs Gaade

September 2010

The property had ample space for us, 3 families of four. The field to run around on and fly kites was fantastic. The view of the Roaches was great too.

Mr Grant

August 2010

View of the Roaches was stunning and so were the walks along the ridge. Good food and beer at both the Three Horse Shoes and the Lazy Trout Good visits to Rudyard Lake, Rare Breed Farm, Monkey World and Gulliver's. So lots to do for all the family !

Mrs Boothman

The spaciousness of the lounge area and the number of bedrooms/bathrooms were ideal for our size of party - six adults and five children. The property was ideally situated in a beautiful part of the country and although close to other properties at no time were we aware of others on the site. The garden was very private and perfectly safe for the little ones to run around in. We particularly enjoyed visits to Tittesworth Reservoir and Rudyard Lake, both very close and accessible.

Ms Hannam

The cottage itself was lovely and comfortable and clean. The outside area was safe for the children to run around. The nearby fields contained sheep and cows which the children loved too. The owner was very friendly. The area was nice and quiet.

Mrs Feenan

May 2010

We all thought the location and setting of the cottage was great. It was very close to local attractions (like Alton Towers and Chatsworth House) but also the reservoir was great for the kids and only a short walk away. The cottage itself was lovely and decorated to a high standard and the gardens and fields around were ideal for young children to run around in. The owner was also very helpful and made sure we had everything that we needed for a good stay.

Mr Morley

February 2010

This was a beautiful holiday home, full of every comfort you could possibly want. Our three generations of family all had a fantastic time, and the three small children loved the house and the garden - especially when it snowed.

Mr Blackburn

January 2010

We were welcomed at the cottage by the owner which was a great touch. She showed us around and explained the layout, heating and anything we needed to know including some local knowledge of pubs and things to do, etc. The property itself was beautiful and with everything feeling fresh and clean inside. The underfloor heating on the entire ground floor was wonderful, we would have never have known that it was below freezing outside had we not gone out. The en-suites to all the bedrooms and Sky TV in all the rooms was a great bonus. Overall a brilliant property which we will certainly be coming back to!

December 2009

We found the accomodation excellent with the owner ver welcoming and helpful.The facilities for our party which included two young children were ideal. The only critiscm we had that it was difficult to find in the dark and there should be a sign at the end of the lane leading to the property.

Mrs Iven

November 2009

Central location for exploring, great place - lots of room - met everyones' needs. Great log fire. Liked the en-suite facilities, gave you privacy. Great outdoor area - great for large family get togethers.

Mr Orchard

The property was fantastic as was the service, couldn't have asked for anything to be better. The kitchen was especially well stocked and the house was luxurious, well equipped and very warm and cosy.

Mrs Bonanno

September 2009

This is a really well equipped cottage with everything you could possibly need. We were a group of 9 people and each of had their own privacy. The decor is so nice and relaxing we had a great time and are hoping to return.

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Goldcrest in Leek, Staffordshire