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! The space Immerse yourself in nature! Wysteria Cottage nestles in the stunning Staffordshire Peak District close to the National Park. Like all the Foxtwood cottages, it’s designed to showcase the surroundings with impressive views from every window. 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! Guest access Free parking on the premises Electric vehicle charger 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 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 and 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 Peak District National Park, 10.3 miles, 20 min 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, 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 Festival Retail Park ‒ 11.4 miles, 27 min Port Vale FC ‒ 12.3 miles, 30 min Stoke City FC – 13 miles, 25 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 Other things to note Wysteria Cottage is managed by The Travel Fox, along with more than 100 holiday homes throughout the UK. 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