Magnolia Cottage

Magnolia Cottage is a ground floor self catering, self contained annex to our home. It is a one bedroomed property located in Acton Bridge, a small, picturesque village on the south side of the River Weaver in Cheshire. The property sleeps two people, however a travel cot can be provided if requested when booking. A portable high chair is also available. There is an enclosed patio area at the front of the cottage with outdoor dining. One dog is welcome at the property. The space The property features a split level open plan living area which consists of a large lounge with feature brick fireplace and a galley kitchen with dining area. The bedroom features a double bed, wardrobe and chest of drawers and leads into the shower room, where the washing machine can be found. A travel cot can be provided if requested at the time of booking. Guest access Guests have private access to a patio area with flower beds, which includes dining furniture and reclining garden furniture. Parking is on the road directly in front of the property. We have got a field at the back of our property which we are happy for guests with dogs to use. However we do have Betsy, our friendly cavapoo, two ponies grazing in the field and sheep in the adjoining field, so dogs must be well behaved and animal friendly. Other things to note The village was once famous for its fruit orchards, particularly hazel pears, the name of the popular local pub, the Hazel Pear, a welcoming village pub which is dog friendly and serves lovely food. The bridge itself is a bowstring truss balanced swing bridge, built in 1932 and was the first in the country to rest on a floating pontoon over the river Weaver. The Leigh Arms pub, which also serves good food, is situated next to the bridge on the river Weaver. The Riverside, also located on the banks of the river is a little further up the A49. It also serves food and is popular for its carvery. Surrounded by scenic countryside and walks from the doorstep Magnolia cottage is a convenient base to explore the rest of the Cheshire Countryside. Sites of interest include the Anderton Boat lift, Blakemere Village, Delamere Forest, Wild Shore Delamere, Cheshire Polo Ground, The Hollies farm shop, Oulton Park and Great Budworth, one of the prettiest villages in Cheshire which regularly features in TV and film for its unique and historic beauty, all are within a 15-minute drive away. In the nearby village of Weaverham, you can find two small supermarkets, a bakery, butchers, post office, chemist, an off licence and various takeaways. Arley Hall and gardens (home of Peaky Blinders) Tatton Park and Knutsford's many trendy bars and restaurants are a short drive away. Acton Bridge train station is a 7 minute walk down the road where you can catch a direct service to Liverpool and Birmingham city centres. The historic city of Chester, with the oldest racecourse and largest Roman Ampitheatre in Britain, can be reached by car in 30 minutes or by train from Cuddington, which is located a few minutes drive up the road. Magnolia Cottage is also conveniently located near to Manchester Airport the M56 and M6 motorways. The market town of Northwich is approximately 10 minutes drive. There you can find Northwich Victoria infirmary which has a minor injuries clinic. Details of opening times available on the Mid Cheshire Hospitals website.