Archway Cottage Swimming Lake, BBQ hut, Games Room

Welcome to Archway Cottage – accessible luxury in a beautiful setting ideal for a special escape. With a private lake for wild swimming, kayaking and paddleboarding, stunning views and wildlife plus a gorgeous covered BBQ hut for al fresco dining, this is the ultimate feel-good stay! Archway – with ground floor accommodation for up to 5 guests, including a king-size bed – is one of 7 cottages sleeping between 2 and 5 guests. You can accommodate larger groups by booking extra cottages. The space Immerse yourself in nature! Archway Cottage nestles in a stunning Staffordshire Peak District location close to the National Park. This spacious ground floor property with three bedrooms sleeping up to 5 guests is one of 7 luxurious cottages for between 2 and 5, all pet-friendly! They nestle between Caldon Canal and the private wildlife-rich lake where guests love to swim, boats and kayaks provided! Archway is open plan with Freeview TV, generous seating, a dining table, bookcase and log fire. There’s a well-appointed kitchen with oven, hob, microwave, kettle, coffee-maker, toaster, dishwasher and fridge/freezer – all thoughtfully designed to provide ease of mobility for wheelchair users. There’s a ramped entry, wider doorways and space for easy access. The kitchen and dining areas are user-friendly with wheelchair-accessible design, including the dining table with a cut-away side for wheelchair arms. Chemical-free fresh spring water is sourced from Foxtwood’s own spring. The garden extends directly from the living space, making al fresco dining easy! One bedroom is king-size with a private en-suite, the second has twin beds and the smaller third bedroom has a single bed. The spacious main bathroom has a shower and a bath and is designed for ease of use with fold-down arms around the toilet, grip rails above the bath, and a flush-entry shower complete with a fold-down seat. The garden and courtyard are level for easy access and there’s parking space for one car just yards from the door. Relax in style with underfloor heating, log fires and 360 degree views of the lake – ducks, swans and gorgeous greenery! The candlelit barbecue hut also has great views, a dining area and firepit. Archway is a tranquil retreat with a host of activities – boats, kayaks, swimming, paddleboarding, covered table tennis and table football, a magnetic dartboard, little scooters, a trampoline, swing and slides, swingball, a swing seat … plus candlelit barbecues. There’s a piano in the communal games area, which is separate from the cottage and shared with other guests. The property holds 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! Guest access Parking on the premises Pet friendly You can accommodate larger groups by booking two or more Foxtwood cottages 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 offers stunning wildlife, beautiful scenery, great walks from the door and pubs, cafes and restaurants nearby. The  Churnet Valley Steam Railway is just up the road. Hetty’s Tea Shop is recommended for breakfast! 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, 13 min Dimmingsdale ‒ spectacular scenery, haven for wildlife and ramblers with award- winning Ramblers Retreat tearoom, 7.9 miles, 19 min JCB World ‒ factory tour and museum celebrating the world famous diggers plus waterfowl lakes, 9.9 miles, 21 min Uttoxeter Racecourse, 16.4 miles, 30 min Thor’s Cave ‒ Stone Age Airbnb, natural cavern with stunning views, 10.6 miles, 24 min. Nearby is the Neolithic burial site Long Row Peak District National Park, 10.3 miles, 21 mts Waterworld ‒ tropical indoor aqua park with Stormchaser, Cyclone, Hurricane, Nucleus, Family Multi Slide and toddler rides, 11.6 miles, 28 min Foxtwood is a great base for exploring the Victorian and industrial heritage of the Potteries! 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, 28 min The Trent & Mersey Canal, walks, cycling and award-winning Middleport Pottery attraction, 12.6 miles, 31 min Emma Bridgewater factory and shop, 10.6 miles, 24 min The World of Wedgewood ‒ best of British design, factory tour and shop, throw your own pot! 13.7 miles, 30 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 Stafford Castle ‒ turrets and keep, re-enactments, herb garden and woodland walk, 20.9 miles, 45 min Festival Retail Park ‒ 11.4 miles, 27 min Other things to note Archway Cottage is managed by The Travel Fox, along with more than 100 holiday homes throughout the UK. Our commitment to combining professional service with local expertise has earned the team 2,500+ five star reviews. 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